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Alphabetically Indexed with Reference to BIBLICAL BIOGRAPHY, GEOGRAPHY, HISTORY AND THEOLOGY. + Giving the Pronounciation of Each Word, Original Meaning and Definition, Including a Brief History and Description of Peo- ple, Places and Subjects Mentioned in the Bible, Using Two Marginal Reference Columns, So That the Old and New Testaments Can Be Consulted in Regard to Any Sub- ject in a Few Minutes, and It Is Also Ar- ranged to Study the Cardinal Virtues Direct from the Scriptures. * Illustrated with over One Hundred and Fifty Photographs of Places of Biblical Events as They Appear To-day ; Making A SACRED ALBUM FOR EVERY HOME. + With Thousands of Questions and Answers on Subjects Pertaining to Human Life and the Responsibilities of Mankind. JNO. a. dick!son publishing company, Chicago, Illinois. r>\ LIBRARY of 30N6HtSS Vwu Cooiei rtt&eiveu Jul 10 lauii /GLASS Ct X/.C l»w CCn Y a. < . . — . i — .» ■ i i i ii . , I ^et ! 1 1 ^^yc V? (/ Copyright, 1905, by Jno. A. Dickson Publishing Co. Printed and bound by The Henneberry Co., Chicago. PREFACE. A FEW WORDS only are necessary to set forth the advantages of a work like this. A mind of ordinary intelligence can see the advan- tages at a glance. It is not known that a similar attempt has heretofore been made to bring together so wide a range of religious information and knowledge in such a brief and condensed manner. The name Indexed Bible is not misleading, for the one great object of this work is to index the Bible in a plain, simple, alphabetical style, embracing the best encyclopedic features known to the age, and so arranged with two marginal reference columns, pointing directly to what is said upon any sub- ject in both the Old and the New Testaments, thus giving to the public a condensed and at the same time a comprehensive Biblical encyclopedia and dictionary, accompanied by a double marginal reference, indexing the Old and New Testament in a direct and oointed manner, as the books come in regu- lar order in the Bible. All valuable tables as weil as Bible biography, geography, history, and subjects including cardinal virtues, etc., are alpha- betically arranged so as to be quickly found, and the Scriptures consulted upon the all important subjects. In compilations of this kind it has not generally been thought of impor- tance to give the names of the authorities consulted or employed in connection with each article; various reasons have been assigned for this omission, but were it not that a large number of our best authors and encyclopedias have been consulted frequently on the same subject, and from these, the writers of this work have drawn their conclusions in regard to the reliable ground and information gained in the study of the Bible, and placed the same in the fewest words, thus making it impossible to acknowledge our indebt- edness to each, personally; otherwise, we would gladly do so; however we wish to avail ourselves of the 1 opportunity of acknowledging our indebted- ness and gratefulness to all who have labored along this line before us, and whom it has been our privilege to consult in preparing this work. And after all, the writers of this work wish the Bible student to look upon it as ground already gained and made good as a starting point for fresh investigations. Now, we would have you bear in mind, that one great object we have had in view in this work, is to meet the wants of the busy laboring people of America, who have not time to read three or four pages for a thought, were they so disposed, but to sum up and condense the information already gained in Bible study, placing it in as few words as possible, and at the same time pointing directly to the Scriptures upon which the information is founded. Another object, of this work, is to furnish the public with one of the finest collections of photographs of important places of Bible events known to the world, placed opposite the text, so that when you read that Christ was baptized in the Jordan you have a beautiful photograph of the ford of the river Jordan where Christ was baptized; and when you read of the touching scene, where Jesus wept at the tomb of Lazarus, and raised him from the dead, you are presented with the view of Lazarus' tomb, as it appears to-day on the Mount of Olives, near the quiet village of Bethany; and when you read of Paul preaching on Mars' Hill you have before you a most beautiful photograph of the rock upon which he stood and delivered the memorable sermon, while the Temple of Theseus stands full in view as it stood 500 years before Paul's time. This work also contains maps of Bible lands, giving the latest and best information up to date, the location of Bible events in connection with the photographs. It also contains thousands of questions and answers regarding human life and responsibilities of mankind, alphabetically arranged, so as to be consulted in a moment's time, giving information for which you "would otherwise have to spend hours and days in search of. This work is planned and arranged so as to furnish from two to three different methods of investi- gating all important Bible subjects. THE PUBLISHERS. IjISt of photographic illustrations FOR The Indexed Bible. NAMES OF PLACES PHOTOGRAPHED, DESCRIBED AND HISTORY GIVEN, DO NOT APPEAR IN THE GENERAL INDEX. page 288 ti 16 u 785 tt 830 a 508 tt 782 «< 781 if 635 a 815 tt 814 A. Abana River opp. Abraham's Oak " Acropolis and Temple of Thesus " Acropolis, General View of Ruins " Alexandria, General View from Light House " Appian Way " Appian Way, near Rome " Apple Merchant " Arab School " Arch of Constantine " B. Baptistry, Cathedral and Leaning Tower, opp. page 854 Bethany " " 731 Beeroth " " 695 Bethel " " 8 Bethlehem " " 743 Brook of Kidron " " 754 c. Cairo, from the Citadel opp. page 95 Cana of Galilee, Home of Nathanael " Capernaum " Chadouf of Upper Egypt " Chapel in the Church Erected on the Site of the Workshop Where Christ is Sup- posed to Have Worked as a Carpenter " Church of St. John in Samaria " Church of St. Mark at Venice " Cleopatra's Needle " Coliseum " D. Damascus opp. Damascus Gate " Dead Sea " Desert " Distant View of Garden of Gethsemane . . " Distant View of the Pyramids from the Nile " " 348 E. Egyptian Cow and Camel in the Nile . .. .opp. page 122 Emmaus " " 734 Entrance to Church of Nativity " " 760 Entrance to Great Pyramid " - s 545 Entrance of Pilgrims Into Bethlehem on Christmas Day " " 722 it 738 tt 671 tf 33 ft 737 ft 276 ff 778 ft 497 if 425 page 10 " 709 tt 728 tt 498 ft 752 Erechtheum and Parthenon from the Northwest " " 774 Esdraelon, Plain of " " 190 F. Fantasy of a Wedding opp. page 619 Field of Boaz " " 208 Fishermen " " 756 Flocks in Palestine " " 31 Ford of the River Jordan " " 664 Forum, General View " " 837 Fountain of the Apostles, Where Christ Passed, Rested and Drank " " 700 Fountain of Cana of Galilee, the Scene of the First Miracle " " 297 Fountain of Elisha " " 285 G. Garden of Gethsemane opp. page 686 Garden of Gethsemane, Where Christ Left His Disciples and Went to Pray .... " " 705 Garden of the Virgin " " 19 General View of Cathedral at Milan ..... " " 820 General View of Church of Nativity " " 755 General View cf Gethsemane " " 752 General View of Hebron " " 9 General View of Jerusalem from Mount of Olives " " 683 General View of Nazareth " " 670 General View of Pompeii " " 632 General View of Tyre ' " 501 Golden Gate " " 680 Great Pyramid of Cheops, a Tomb Stand- ing When the Children of Israel Were in Egypt " " 193 Great Pyramid Sphinx and Temple of Armachis " 75 Grotto of Jeremiah " " 571 I. Inn of the Good Samaritan opp. page 719 Interior of Church of Nativity " " 761 Island of Rhoda, Where the Child Moses Was Concealed " " 398 Island of the Tiber " " 823 J. Jacob's Well, Where Jesus Talked With the Woman of Samaria opp. page 739 Jaffa " " 364 JaffaGate " " 766 Jericho Jewish Wailing Place Jewish Women in Walking Costume Job's Fountain Joppa, Boat and Oarsmen . ; 171 725 689 387 641 JL. Lower Nile opp. page 527 M. Magdala opp. page 677 Mode of Getting Water Out of Nile for Irrigation " " 47 Mode of Plowing in Palestine " " 718 Mode of Traveling in Palestine ' " 692 Mt Beatitudes " " 665 Mt. Carmel " " 279 Mt. Ebal " " 172 Mt. Gerizim " " 158 Mt. Hermon " " 176 Mt. Lycabettus, from Hill of Nymphs " " 578 Mt. Nebo " " 165 Mt. of Olives " " 705 Mt. Tabor " " 440 Mt Vesuvius " " 640 Mosque of Omar " " 327 Mosque of Omar " " 511 Mussulman School Master and Pupils. ..." " 588 N. Naaman's House in Damascus opp. page 712 28 524 408 647 656 42 Nablous, Where Jacob Hid the Barrings. . " Naples, General View " Natives With Crocodiles " Nero's Tower " Nile Bridge " Nilometer, Where Moses Was Found in the Bulrushes " o. Obelisk of Heliopolis opp. page 79 Old Way of Getting Water Out of the Nile " " 32 Olympia, General View " " 802 Ostrich Park " " 407 P. Palace of the Caesars opp. Palm Forest " Panoramic View of Rome«from St. Peter's Church " Pillars of Ahab, Samaria " Place of the Manger in the Grotto " Place of Stoning of Stephen " Plains of Jezreel " Pompeii Excavations in Progress " Pool of Bethesda " Pool of Gihon " Pool of Hezekiah " Pool of Siloam " Pool of Solomon " Pyramid of Cephren, Standing When Abra- ham Went to Egypt " page 701 (t 441 it 759 tt 282 tt 706 tt 762 tt 181 tt 646 tt 740 it 357 tt 304 tt 744 it 480 76 R. Ramases III OPP- page 38 Eamases II., the King Who was Reigning When Jacob Went Down to Egypt ..." " 48 Regiment of Native Troops '" River Jordan that the Israelites Crossed . " River Jordan in Which Naaman Was Cleansed of His Leprosy " Road to Bethlehem from Joffa Gate " Road to the Pyramids " Rock of the Apostles, Where Judas Be- trayed Christ " Rock in the Temple, Mosque of Omar ... " S. Samaria opp. Sea of Galilee " Siloam " Site of Ancient Memphis, Where Moses Passed His Youth " Source of the River Jordan " Sphinx, With Great and Second Pyramids " Spinners of Palestine " St. Mary's Well, Nazareth, Often Visited by Mary, the Mother of Our Lord ... " St Stephen's Gate, Where Stephen Was Stoned to Death " Stables of Solomon " Statute of Ramases II " Step Pyramid, Sakkarah, Near Memphis, in Neighborhood Where Moses is Sup- posed to Have Grown Up " Sychar " 146 168 291 709 233 803 15 page 294 676 371 114 287 286 72 157 763 271 564 67 26 T. Tabitha opp. page 788 Temple of the Ark, Shiloh, Where the Ark Rested from Joshua to Samuel " Temple of Diana " Temple of Isis with Pylon " Temple of Jupiter from Acropolis " Threshing Scene Near Heliopolis " Tiberias on the Sea of Galilee " Tomb of Absalom, Zachariah and St. James " Tomb of Caliphs, Descendants of the Ancient Pharaohs " Tomb of David " Tomb of Hiram of Tyre " Tomb of Joseph, Near Where Christ Talked With the Woman of Samaria. " Tomb of Kings " Tomb of Lazarus " Tomb of Machpelah " Tomb of Mamelukes, in the Region Where the Children of Israel Spent so Many Years in Egypt " Tomb of Rachel " Tower of David " 867 777 536 585 791 715 251 54 324 264 53 261 747 41 117 30 240 V. Valley of Ajalon opp. page 175 Valley of Gihon " " 258 Valley of Hinnom " " 305 Valley of Shechem " " 127 W. Water Carrier opp. page 90 Z. Zion's Gate opp. page 386 INDEX. For centuries and centuries, generations have come and gone, that were ever busy studying the Great Book of all books, the Bible, in search of the great truths contained therein. The doctrines, precepts, admonitions, warn- ings and promises have been the wonder and delight of the righteous in all ages, and fearfully true to the wicked and all the nations that forget God. In our own land and country a mighty Sunday School host, with ranks extending across the continent from ocean to ocean and from the Northern lakes to the great gulf, are constantly engaged in the study of the Scriptures, and on every seventh day, with waving banners and ringing bells, they are called, not only on the mountain tops as of old, but all along down the valleys, to renewed effort in the study of the Great Book. And again we see the earth bedecked and encircled with splendid buildings and magnificent temples, with millions of spires pointing upward and glistening in the sunlight of heaven, dedicated to the study of the Holy Bible and worship of the Triune God. Wonderful, Wonderful Book. The study of which has engaged the world for ages, and as we enter the dawn of the Twentieth Century we reverently pause to express our appreciation and gratitude to those who in the past have labored hard, long and earnestly to aid and help in the study of the Bible, and turning to the people of the present century with THE INDEXED BIBLE, We respectfully submit its advantages, aids and helps, trusting that it may meet the wants of many who are studying the way from earth to Heaven. With reference to time and progress we might call it The Twentieth Century Bible, With double reference columns, indexing the Old and New Testament separately and in a direct manner; alphabetically indexing the Bible with ref- erence to biography, geography, history, cardinal virtues, etc., so that the Bible can be consulted upon any and all subjects. Hoping that the Index will serve its purpose, aid and help in the study of the Scriptures that make clear the way to eternal life and happiness beyond the grave, we send it forth on its mission. INDEX INDEX. ABI Old Testament New Testament INDEX. ABI Old Testament New Testament AAR'ON (enlightened). The first high-priest of the Israelites. He was the elder broth- er and spokesman of Moses, and aided him in the deliverance of the Israelites from bondage in Egypt. At the giving of the Mosaic law he received for himself and his descendants the hereditary dignity of the priesthood. As high-priest he was an emi- nent type or emblem of Christ. He was about 120 years old when he died on Mount Hor A-BAG'THA (prosperous). A chamberlain of Ahasuerus, king of Persljji AB'A-NA (permanent). The chief river of Damascus, now called Barada. There are many channels from this river, Dearly all of which are artificially made for irrigating the thousands of gardens along its banks See photograph, opp. page 228 AB'A-RIM (passages). A chain of mountains which form or belong to the mountainous district east of the Dead Sea and Lower Jordan A-BASE' (the bottom). To treat with con- tempt; to reduce to meanness and wretched- ness AB'BA (father). An Armaean or Syriac word of endearment signifying "My Father;" ap- plied to God AB'DA (servant). (1) The name of a chief man among the revises ulio dwelt in Jer usalem after the Captivity. (2) Father of Adoniram, the officer whom Solomon set over the tribute AB'DEEL (servant of God). Father of Shele- miah AB'DI (servant of Jehovah). The name of three great men; one of whom was a de- scendant of Merari, the son of Levi Exod. 4, 14; 5, 20; 6, 23; 7,1; 16, 34; 17, 12; 19,24; 30, 7. Lev. 8, 12;9,22; 16,3 Num. 1.3;8 11; 16, 11. Deut. 9, 20. Josh. 24, 5. 1 sam. 12.6 Esth. 1. 10. (I. Kings 5 12. Num. 21, 11 27.12; 33,47; 48. Deut. 32,49. Job. 40. 11. Is. 31.4. I. Kings 4,6 II. Chr. 29, 12. Ezr. 10, 26. Neh. 11 17. Jer. 36, 26. I Chr. , 44, II Chr.29.12 Ezra 10, 26, AB'DI-EL (servant of God). An ancestor of 1 Chron. S, one of the families of Gad 15. AB'DON (service). A city of Asher which was afterward? assigned to the Levites. It Is also the name of several Bible characters, one of whom was the eleventh judge of Is- rael i 1 A-BED'NE-GO (servant of Nego). The name given by the Chaldeans to Daniel's compan- ion, Azarlah A'BEL (weakness). (1) "The second son of Adam; was killed by his brother Cain be- cause his sacrifice 1o God was more ac- ceptable than that of Cain. Abel was the first martyr of faith, who "being dead yet speaketh." (2) Abel is also the beginning of the names of several towns A'BEZ (whiteness). A city of Issachar A'BI (Jehovah is father). Wife of Ahaz and mother of Hezekiah; also called Abijah .. A-BI'AH (worshiper of Jehovah). (1) One of the sons of Samuel. (2) The wife of Hez- ron. (3) The son of Rehoboam A-BI-AL'BON (father of strength). One of David's mighty men. Also called Abiel . A-BI'A-SAPH (father of gathering), of Korah A son Luke 1.5. Acts 7.40. Heb. 5.4; 7,11; 9,4. Matt. 23,12. Luke 14,11 Mark 14,36, Rom. 8,15. Gal. 4.6. Josh. 21,30 Jud. 12,13. I. Chr. 6, 74 H.Chr.34,20 Dan. 1.7; 2,'. 49; 3,12. Gen. 4,4. I. Sam. 6,18. II. Sam. 20, 18. IK.15,20; 19, 16. II. K. 15,29. II. Chr 16,4. Josh 19,20 II. Kings 18, 2. II. Chr. 29,1. I . Sam. 8,2. I. Chr. 2.24; 3,10; 7,8. Matt. 23,35. Luke 11.51. Heb. 11,4; 12,24. II. Sam. 23, 31. I. Chr. 11,32. Ex. 6, 24. Matt. 1,7. Luke 1,5. A-BI'A-THAR (father of superfluity). The sonjl. Sam. 22, of Abimelech the priest who escaped when 20; 23,6; 30,7 his father was slain by order of Saul, and who became high-priest after the death of Saul. He was expelled from office by Solo- mon A'BIB (sprouting). The first month of the Hebrew sacred year and the seventh month of the civil year. After the Babylonian captivity it was called Nisan. It corres- ponded nearly with our April A-BI'DA (father of knowledge). A son of MIdian, the son of Abraham by Keturah; also called Abidah A-BI'DAN (father of judgment). The cap- ta.n of vhe tribe of Benjamin, who was ap- pointed to assist in numbering the people . . A.-BFEL (father of strength). See Ablalbon. . A-BLE'ZER (father of help). (1) Head of a family descended from Manasseh. (2) A dis- trict in Manasseh inhabited by the Abiez- rites. (3) One of David's men AB'I-GAIL (cause of delight). (1) The wife of Nabal of Carmel, and afterwards, of David. (2) The daughter of Nahash (Jesse), sister of David, wife of Jether, or Ithra, an Ishmael- ite, and mother of Amasa ABtI-HA'IL (father of night). (1) A Levite of the family of Merari. (2) A chief of the tribe of Gad. (3) Wife of Abishur.. (4) The father of Esther, the Jewess. (5) Wife of Rehoboam A-BI'HU (he is ray father). The second of the sons born to Aaron by Elisheba, who, with his brothers, was consecrated to the priesthood. He was slain by fire from the Lord for offering "strange fire" A-BI'JAH (whose father God is). (1) Son of Becher. (2) Daughter of Machir. (3) Sec- son son of Samuel. (4) Son of Jeroboam. (5) Descendant of Eleazar; also called Abia. (6) Son of Rehoboam who succeeded his fath- er as king of Judah; also called Abljam. (7) Wife of Ahaz; also called Abl. (8) Priest II. Sam, 18, 11;20,25. I. Kings 2, 22; 4,4. Ex. 13,4; 34,18; 23,15; Deut. 16,1. Gen. 25,4. I. Chr. 1,33. Num. 1,11; 2 ,22; 7,60,65; 10,24. I. Chr. 11,32 Josh. 17,2. Jud. 6,34; 8,2 II. Sam. 23,27 I. Sam. 25,3'. 27,3; 30,5. II. Sam. 2, 2; 17,25. I, Chr. 2,16. Num. 3,35 I. Chr. 2,29. II. Chr. 11, 18. Est. 2. 15; 9.29. Ex. 6,2a; 28, 1. Lev. 10 1. Num. 3,2-4; 26,60. I. Chr. 6,3 1. Sam. 8, 2. I.K.14,31;15, 1. II.K.18,2 I. Chr. 2, 24 6,28; 7,8; 24 10. II. Chr 29, 1. Neh who signed Nehemlah's covenant 10, 7; 12, 4. A-BIM'E-LECH (father king). (1) The Phili- stine king of Gerar in the time of Abra- ham. (2) King of Gerar in the time of Isaac. (3) King of Shechem, son of Gideon. (4) High-priest in the time of David A-BIN'A-DAB (princely). (1) A Levite of Kirjath-jearim, In whose house the Ark of God was kept for 20 years. (2) Son of Jesse, father of David. (3) Father of one of the twelve officers appointed by Solomon to provide food for the king and his house- hold A-BIN'O-AM (father father of Barak . . , of pleasantness). The A-BI'RAM (high). (1) A son of Eliab a Reu- benite, who with Korah and others under- took to overthrow the authority of Moses and Aaron in the wilderness. (2) Son of Hiel, the Bethelite AB'I-SHAG (father of error). The beautiful wife of David's old age, whom Adonijah de- manded in marriage after David's death. . . . A-BISH'A-f (source of wealth). One of the bravest of David's "mighty men." The eld- est son of David's sister, Zeruiah. He was generally a personal attendant of David, and was victorious in many battles Gen. 20,2; 21,22; 26,1 16. Jud 8.31 II. Sam. 11, 21. I. Chr 18,16. I. Sam. 7,1; 16,8; 17,13; 31,2. II. Sam 6,3. 1. Kings 4,11.1. Chr. 10,2; 13,7. Judg. 4,6.12; 5,1,12. Num. 16.1; 26,9. Deut. 11,6. I. K. 16, 34. Ps. 106, 17. 1. Kings 1,3,15; 2,17, 21,22. I. Sam. 26.6 II. Sam. 2, 18; 16.9; 19 21. I.Chr. 2 16; 11,20; 18 12. Mark 2,26. _ INDEX. ACH O. T. N. T. INDEX. ADN O. T. N. T. A-BISH'U-A (father of safety). (1) The son of Phinehas. (2) Son of Bela AB'I-SHTJR (father of oxen). Son of Sham- mal of the tribe of Judah AB'I-TAL (source of dew). of David The fifth wife AB-LU'TION. The ceremonial washing of a person, whch was a symbol of purification from uncleanness AB'NER (light maker). A cousin of Saul and commander-in-chief of his army. After Saul's death, he made Ishbosheth, Saul's son, king. For some time there was war- fare between Ishbosheth and David, king of Judah; but finally Abner betrayed the weaker king to David; thus uniting the two kingdoms. He was killed by Joab, who was Jealous of him because of David's favor A-BOM-I-NA'TION. The term is applied to any object of detestation or disgust; to an impure or detestable action; to anything causing a ceremonial pollution; but more es- pecially to idols; and also to food offered to idols; and to filth of every kind. The Egyp- tians considered themselves defiled if they ate with strangers. The Jews subsequent- ly exemplified the same practice; for in later times they held it unlawful even to en- ter the house of a foreigner Gen. 43.32; 46,34. Ex. 8, 26. Lev.7,18; 11,10,20; 18, 22. Deut. 7,2S;13,14;18 12; 23, 18. prov.3,32; 6, 16;8, 7; 11,1 12,22. Is. 1 13; 44, 19. A'BRA-HAM (father of a multitude). The son of Terah, and the founder of the Jew- ish nation. He worshiped the one true God; was remarkable for his simple and un- wavering faith; and died at the age of 175 years. Nothing is known concerning that portion of his life prior to the age of 70; there are traditions, indeed, but they are too obscure to be entitled to any credit I AB'SA-LOM (peace maker). The third son of David. He was remarkable for his beau ty of person, and heavy head of hair. After gaining the favor of the people he rebelled aglnst his father, and raised a large army which was defeated by thai; of David. While retreating from battle he was killed by Joab, although David had ordered that his life should be spared, and mourned bit- tely when he knew that his son was dead. . AB-STAIN'. To hold back; to refrain from anything in which there is a tendency to in- dulge in evil. In conformity with the law, the children of Israel abstained from cer- tain kinds of food AC'CAD (fortress). One of the four cities built by Nlmrod in the plain of Shinar w _• A-CHA'IA. A name differently applied at different times. In the Old Testament, the whole region of Greece south of Macedonia. In Paul's time it was a Roman province governed by proconsuls A'CHAN (trouble). Son of Carmi of the tribe of Judah. He disobeyed the commands of the Lord; thereby calling down a curse on his house ACH'B&R (a mouse). (1) The father of Baal- hanan, king of the Edomites. (2) An officer of Joslah A'CHIM (woes). An ancestor of Christ A'CHISH. (1) A king of Gath to whom Da- vid fled. (2) King of Gath who reigned In the time of Solomon I. Chr. 6.4, 5,50; 8,4. I. Chr. 2,28 29. II. Sam. 3,4. 1. Chr. 33. Ex. 3o.l7-21 Lev 8,6; 12,4. I. Sam. 14, 51; 11,55; 26,7,14,15.11. Sam. 2,14; 3, 25, 30, 32 33, 37; 4.1. I. Kings 2.5. I. Chr. 26.28 27,21. Gen. 26. 3; 32,9. Ex.3.6. Jos. 24,3. II. Chr. 20,7. Ps.105.6. Is. 41, 8; 51, 2. Jer. 33.26. Ezek. 33, 24. Mic. 7,20. II. Sam. 13, 22,23,30; 14, 23,25; 15,4,6; 16,22; 17.4, 14,20.24; 18,5.10,14, 18,29; 19.6. I. King 2,7. II. Chr.11,20 Gen. 9,4; 32,32. Ex. 22,31 Lev. 3,9; 10,9. Deut. 14,21. Gen. 10.10. Josi. 7.1,18. 19.20; 22,20. 1. Chr. 2.7 Gen. 36,38 39.1I.K.22.12 I. Chr. 1.49. 1. Sam. 21, 10; 27.2; 29,2 I.Kings 2,40 ACH'SAH (serpent-charmer). Daughter of Caleb, giving In marriage to Othniel for taking the city of Debir ACH'SHAPH. A royal city of the Canaan- ites. It was conquered by Joshua and as- signed to the tribe of Asher Matt. 24,15. Luke 16.15. Rev. 17, 4; 21,27 Matt. 3,9. Luke 1,55,73 3,8. John 8.33,39. Acts 7.2. Rom. 4.1,13 9,7; 11,1. Gal. 3,16. Heb.2,16. Jam. 2,21. Acts 15,20. I. Thes. 4,3 5,22. I. Tim. 4,3. I. Pet. 2,11. Acts 18.12. Rom. 15,26. I. Cor. 16,15. II. Cor. 9.2. I. Thes. 1.7. Josh. 15,16- 19. Judges 1,12,13. Josh. 11,1; 12.20; 19.25. Matt. 1.14. ACH'ZIB (falsehood). (1) A city of Asher. (2) A town in the west of Judah Josh. 15,44; 19,29. Mic. 1,14. A-CROP'O-LIS. A citadel. Many important cities of Greece and Asia Minor were pro- tected by strongholds so named. The Acro- polis occupied a lofty position commanding the city and was Inaccessible on all sides except one. It contained the most Impor- tant public buildings, especially temples, and was the last refuge in case of a hostile attack. The Acropolis at Athens called the Acropolis contained the Parthenon or tem- ple of Minerva, the Propylaea forming an entrance to the Parthenon, and the Erechtheum. See photographs, opp. pages 786 and 831 ACTS OF THE A-POS'TLES. The fifth book of the New Testament. It was written by Luke, and forms the sequel to his Gospel. Although this part of the Sciptures is called "Acts of the Apostles," it mentions only the acts of Peter, Paul and James. Only Paul's acts are given fully and connectedly in this book. "The Acts" Is an Inspiring book of spiritual conquest AD'A-DAH (bordering). Town of Judah A'DAII (adornment), of Lamech. (2) One also called Judith . (1) One of the wives of the wives of Esau; A-DA'I-AH (whom Jehorah adorns). (1) Ma- ternal grandfather of King Josiah. (2) Son of Shimhi, the Benjamlte. (3) A Levlte of the family of Aaron. There are several oth er Bible characters of the same name .... AD-A-LI'A. One of Haman's sons AD'AM (earth-born). (1) The first man cre- ated and the last and greatest work of God. He broke the command of God in Eden and thus brought a curse upon himself and his descendants. (2) City east of the Jordan.. A'DAR (fire-god). The sixth month of the civil year, and the twelfth month of the sacred year of the Jews AD'BE-EL (languishing for God). Son of Ishmael and founder of an Arabian tribe AD'DAR (greatness). Son of Bela and grand son of Benjamin; also called Ard AD'DER. A common name given to the vi- per; a species of serpent. In the author- ized version signifies four different serpents; viz.: the cobra, the viper, the horned snake and the cockatrice AD'DI (ornament). Father of Melchi A'DIEL (ornament of God). (1) Descendant of Simeon. (2) Descendant of Aaron. (3) Father of Azmareth, David's treasurer . . . A'DIN (slender). (1) An Israelite whose de- scendants returned from Babylon with Ze- rubbabel. (2) One who sealed the covenant with Nehemlah AD'LA-I (weary). Father of Shaphat, over- seer of David's herds AD'MAH (red earth). One of the cities in the vale of Siddlm, near the Dead Sea, destroyed with Sodom AD'MA-THA (God-given), princes of Ahasuerus . One of the seven AD'NA (pleasure). (1) Israelite who took a foreign wife. (2) Priest In the time of Je- holaklm Josh. 15,22 Gen. 4,19,20, 23; 26,34- 36,4, II.K22.1. I Chr.6,41;8, 21; 9,12. II Chr.23.1.Ez 10, 29. Neh. 11,5. Esth. 9,8. Gen. 2.20) 3,8,9,17,20, 21; 4,1,25;5,2 Deut. 32, 8. Job 31, 33. Ezra 6,15. Est. 3.7: 8,12 9.1 Gen. 25. 13. IChr. 1,29. Gen. 46, 2L I.Chr.8,3. Gen. 49. 17. Ps. 58. 4; 91, 13. Prov. 23, 32. Isa. 11,8; 14, 29. I. Chron. 4, 36;9,12;27.25 Ezr.2,15; 8.6, Neh. 7, 20; 10. 16. I. Chron. 27, 29. Gen.14,2. Deut. 29. 23, Hos. 11,8. Esth. 1. 14. Ezr. 10. 30. Neh. 12, 15. Rom. 5,14. I. Cor. IS, 22,45. I.Tim. 2,13, 14. Jude. 14. Luke 3. 2& la INDEX AGA AD'NAH (pleasure.) (1) A chief man of Manasseh. (2) A chief captain of Jehosha- phat •. A-DO-NI-BE'ZEK (lord of Canaanite king of Bezek . . . lightning). A AD-O-Nl'JAH (Jehovah is my lord). (1) Fourth son of David. He was put to death by Solomon for aspiring to the throne. (2) One of the Levites sent by Jehoshaphat to teach the law A-DON'I-KAM (my lord is risen). An Israel- ite whose descendants returned from Baby- lon AD-O-NPRAM (high lord). Tribute officer of David, Solomon and Behoboam A-DO-NI-ZB'DEK (just lord). A Canaanitish king of Jerusalem AD-0-R"A'IM (double honor). Town in Judah, fortified by Rehoboam A-DRAM'ME-LECH (Adar is king). One of the gods of Sepharvaim worshiped by the Assyrians. (2) Son of Sennacherib A'DRI-EL (honor of God), eldest daughter, Merab Husband of Saul's A-DUL'LAM (resting place). (1) An ancient royal city southwest of Jerusalem situated in the plain of Judah. (2) Large cave near the city of Adullah. David escaped to this cave A-DUL'TER-Y. A crime forbidden in the sev enth commandment. The uulawful inter course of a man with a married or be- trothed woman not his own, is adultery, as defined by Jewish law. Our Saviour makes adultery the only sufficient ground for di vorce A-DUM'MIM (red places). A ridge of hills between Benjamin and Judah; the scene of the parable of the good Samaritan. See photograph, page 720 AD'VER-SA-RY. A title given to Satan; be- cause he, without ceasing, in every age, ac- cuses the saints of manifold crimes to- wards God, mankind, and their own con- sciences. An enemy O. T. I.Chron.12 20. Il.Chron 17, 14. Judg. 1,5,6,7 II.Sam.3.4. I. K. 1,5; 2,21. Il.Chr, 17,8. Neh.10,16. Ezr.2,13. Neh.7.18. :. K.4,6;S,14 Josh, 10,1,3. II. Chr. 11.9. 1I.K.17.31; 19,37. Is.37 38. I.Sam.18,19. II.Sam.21,8 Josh.15,35. I.Sam.22 1. II.Sam.23,13 I.Chr.11.15. Mic.1,15. Ex. 20,14. Deut. 5,18. Prov. 6,32. Jer.3,8; 5,7; 7,9. Ezek.16 32. Josh.15.7; 18,17. F.x. 23,22. £sth.7,6.Job 1,6. Isa.1,24. Zech.3,1. N. T. INDEX AHI O.T. AD'VO-CATE. One who pleads the cause of another. Name given to the Holy Spirit by Christ, and to Christ by an apostle AE'NE-AS. A paralytic of Lydda cured by Peter AE'NON (springs). Place near Salem where John baptized AF'RI-CA (a colony). One of the continents of the globe, the northern part of which was known as Libya by the ancients AG'A-BTJS. A disciple who went from Jeru- salem to Antioch, and foretold the imprison ment of Paul AG-AG' (warlike). A common name of the Amalekite kings. The last King Agag men- tioned in the Bible was spared by Saul; but hewn in pieces at Gilgal, by Samuel . . A'GAR. Mount Greek form of Hagar, local name of Sinai AG'ATE. One of the precious stones, semi- transparent and beautifully variegated. It was one of those in the pectoral of the hlgh-prlest Jer.46,9. Ezek.30,5. Dan.11,43. Deut.25,17, 19. Num.24, 7, I.Sam.15, 8,9,32,33. Ex.28.19; 39, 12. Isa.54,12 Ezek.27,16. Matt.5,28. Mark 10, 11. Luke 16, 18 John 8, 3. Rom. 2,22. Rev. 2, 22. Matt. 5, 25. Luke 12,58. I. Pet. 5, 8. Rev. 12, 17. John 14, 16; 15, 26; 16, 7 Rom. 8. 34. Heb. 7, 25. Acts 9,33,34. John 3,23. Acts 2, 10. Acts 11, 28; 21, 10. Ga!. 4,24,25 AG-NOS'TI-CISM. The doctrine which neither asserts nor denies the existence of a personal Deity, an unseen world, etc . . A-GRIP'PA. King of Judea, the grandson of Herod the Great, and the son of the mur- dered Aristobulus. He was educated in Rome and was a dear friend of Caligula; but observed the ceremonial of the Phari- sees; persecuted the Apostles; beheaded James; and tried to execute Peter A'GUR (gathered). Son of Jakeh. A-HAB (uncle). (1) The seventh king of Israel. He lived at Jezreel, which he orna- mented with beautiful buildings. Through the influence of Jezebel, his wife, a pas- sionate and ambitious idolatress, the wor- ship of Baal and Ashtaroth was introduced in Israel; and the prophets of God were persecuted and slain. Ahab continued in sin, and God sent Elijah to denounce judg- ment upon him and his descendants. He was slain in battle. (2) A false prophet who corrupted the Israelites at Babylon. See photograph, opp. page 284 A-HAR'AH (after a brother). Third son of Benjamin. Also called Ehi, Ahiram and Aher , A-HAS-U-E'RUS (king). A king of Persia, who succeeded Cyrus, and preceded Darius; in whose time the rebuilding of the Temple at Jerusalem was interrupted. He advanced Esther to be queen, and, at her request, de- livered the Jews from the destruction plot- ted for them by Haman A-HAZ (he holds). The son of Jotham, who at the age of twenty succeeded his father as king of Judah. Ahaz abandoned him- self to the most desperate iniquity; and the kingdom of Judah was brought low, and made waste, because of his great sin. Such was his impiety that he was not allowed burial in the sepulchres of the kings of Is- rael A-HA-ZI-AH (Jehovah possesses). The son and successor of Ahab. He reigned two years, partly alone and partly with his father, who appointed him his associate in the kingdom a year before his death. He was, like his father, idolatrous. Elijah the prophet foretold his speedy death A'HI (brotherly). (1) Head Gad. (2) Son of Shamer . . of a family in A-HI'AH (friend of God). Son of Ahitub, and brother and • redecessor of Abimelech A-HI'AM (of the father). Son of Sharar, and one of David's heroic warriors A-HI-E'ZER (helpful). (1) Son of Ammishad- dai, and chief of the tribe of Dan. (2) A Danite chief who joined David at Ziklag . . A-HI'JAH (Jehovah is brother). A prophet living at Shiloh, who foretold to Jeroboam the revolt of the ten tribes from Rehoboam. He is thought to have been the person who' spoke twice to Solomon from God; once, while he was building the Temple; and again, after his falling into his irregulari-r ties A-HI'KAM (my brother has risen). A son of Shaphan; he was one of those whom Josiah sent to consult Huldah the prophetess .... A-HI'LUD (brother of one born). (1) Father of Jehoshaphat. (2) Father of Baana A-HIM'A-AZ (powerful brother). (1) Father of Ahinoam, wife of King Saul. (2) Son and successor of Zadok the high-priest who rendered David an important service during the revolt of Absalom. (3) An officer of Solomon N.T. Acts 12. 1, 6, 11, 19, 20. 21; 25,]3,22,?6; 26,7,19, 27, 28,32. Prov. 30,1. I.K.16,29,30 33; 18,17; 20, 13; 21,2,27; 22,20,40,49, 51.11. K.1,1; 8,18; 9,7; 10, 11; 21,3,13. II.Chr.18,1.2 Jer.29,21. Mic.6,16. Gen.46,21. Num.26,38. I.Chr.8,1. Ezra4,6.Est. 1,1,2,17; 2,1, 16,21; 3.1,6, 7,8,12; 6,2; 7,5; 8,7,10,12 U.K. 16,2,11; 20,11; 23,12, 17. II. Chr. 28,1,16,19,21 22,24,27. Isa 1,1; 7,3,10,12 Mlc.1,1. I.Kings,22, 40. U.K. 1,2 8,24, 29; 9,23, 27; 10,13. II. Chr. 20,35,37 22,1,7,8,9.10. I.Chr.5,15; 7,34. I. Sam. 14,3. 18; 22,12. H.Sam.23,33 I.Chr.11,35. Num. 1,12; 2 25; 7,66; 10, 25. I.Chr.12 3. I.K.11.29;12 IS; 14,2,4,6; 15,27. I. Chr 2,25; 11,36; 26,20. II. Chr.9,29;10, 15.Neh.10, 26. II. K. 22,12; 25,22. II. Chr. 34,20. Jer. 26. 24; 40,6. II. Sam.8,16; I.K.4,12. I. Sam. 14,50' II.Sam.17,17 18,27. I.K. 4,15. I. Chr. 6,8. r INDEX. AKK A-HI'MAN (libera!). (1) One of the three Anakim giants whom Caleb and the spies saw at Hebron; afterwards exterminated by Joshua. (2) A porter in Solomon's Tern pie A-HIM'E-LECH (brother of the king). High- priest who received David at the Taber- nacle In Nob, when fleeing from Saul; and gave him the shew-bread and Goliath's sword. Saul caused Ahimelech to be put to death for this act. (2) One of David's war- riors A-HIN'A-DAB (liberal brother), mon's officers One of Solo- A-HIN'O-AM (brother of grace). (1) Daugh- ter of Ahimaaz and wife of Saul. (2) One of the wives of David A-HI'O (his brother). (1) A son of Abinadab. (2) One of the tribe of Benjamin. (3) A Benjamite of the family of Gibeon A-Hl'RA (unlucky). Chief of the tribe of Naphtali during the Exodus A-HIS'A-MACH (aiding). Father of Aholiab, one of the famous workmen upon the Tab- ernacle A-HISH'A-HAR (early). A warrior, grandson of Benjamin A-HT'SHAR (brother of song). Ruling officer over Solomon's household A-HITH'O-PHEL (foolish brother). One of David's intimate friends and counsellors. He afterwards joined Absalom in his rebel- lion, and became a bitter enemy of David. Foreseeing the result of the rebellion, he hanged himself Num. 2,29. A-HI'TUB (benign). (1) Son of Phinehas, and grandson and successor of the high-priest Eli. (2) Father of Zadok, high-priest after the death of Abimelech. (3) Father of an- other Zadok , AH'LAI (ornamental). (1) Daughter of She- shan. (2) Father of one of David's body- guards A-HO'LAH (her own tent) and A-HOL'I-BAH (my tent in her). Symbolical names of the kingdoms of Samaria and Judah A-HO'LI-AB (father's tent). One of the skilled constructers of the Tabernacle A'HO-LIB'A-MAH (tent of the height). One of Esau's wives; also called Judith A-I (the heap). (1) Royal city of the Canaan- ites, east of Bemel: also called Aiath, Aija, or Hai. (2) City of the Ammonites, near Heshbon AIR. In the Bible, the air or atmosphere which surrounds the earth is often indi- cated by the word "heaven." "The fowls of heaven" means the birds of the air. To "beat the air" means to act without judg- ment. Many Jews and heathens thought that the lower part of the air was occu- pied by spirits, especially evil spirits AK'KUB (insidious). (1) Son of Elioenai. (2) Porter in Solomon's Temple. (3) Family of herditary porters in the Temple. (4) Chief of a family of the Nethinim who returned to Jerusalem, after the Exile. (5) A priest who made the law plain to the people O.T. Num.13,22. Josh. 11,21. Judg.1,10. I. Chr.9,17. I.Sam.21,1.2 8;22,9,16; 26,6. II. Sam.8,17. l.Chr.18,16 24,3,6,31. I. Kings 4, 14. I. Sam. 14,50 25.43. II. Sam. 2,2; 3,2 II. Sam. 6, 3, 4. l.Chr.8,14 31; 9,37; 13.7 1, 15; Exod. 31, 6 35, 34; 38. 23 I. Chr. 7.10. I. Kings 4.6. II.Sam.15, 12; 23 ,34; 16, 15,23; 17,7, 15,23. I.Chr. 27,33. I. Sam. 14.3. II. Sam.8,17. IChr.6,8,11, 12. Ezr. 7. 2. I.Chr.2.31. 35; 11,41. Ezek. 23.4,5 11.22,36,44. Exod.35,34; 36,1; 38,23. Gen .36,2,25, 413,2,25. Gen.12,8. Neh. 11.31. Isa. 10,20. Jer.49,3. II.Sam.21,lC Job.41,16. Prov.30,19. Eccl.10,20. I.Chr.3,24; 9,17. Ezra 2,42,45. Neh.7,45;8, N. T. Matt. 8, 20; io, cl. Mark 32. Luke 9, 58. Acts 22,23. I.Cor. 9, 26; 14, 9. Rev. 9,2-16, 17. INDEX. ALT O. T. // N. T. AJ'A-LON. (1) The name of a valley in the land of Dan, over, which the moon stood still while Joshua was pursuing the five kings. (2) A Levitical city of Dan, one of the places which Rehoboam fortified. (3) A city of the tribe of Zebulun AL'A-BAS-TER. A name given to two kinds of white mineral substances, different in composition, but similar in appearance. It was commonly used for boxes or bottles to contain perfume A-LAM'ME-LECH Asher (king's oak). A town in AL'E-METH (covering). (1) A Levitical city of Benjamin. (2) One of the sons of Becher. (3) A descendant of Jonathan AL-EX-AN'DER (1) Alexander the Great, king of Macedou. (2) Son of Simon the Cyrenian. (3) One of the kindred of Annas. (4) A Jewish convert. (5) A convert who afterward apostatized. (6) A man who hin- dered the work of Paul AL-EX-AN'DRI-A. A famous city of Egypt, situated on the Mediterranean, and founded by Alexander the Great. Though not often mentioned in the Scriptures, it was in many ways closely connected with the later his- tory of the Jews. See photograph, opp. page 507 A-LI'AH (sublimity). Son of Shobal, duke of Edom; also called Alvah AL-LON (oak). (1) Town on the border of Naphtali. (2) Chief of a family in Simeon. AL'LON-BACH-UTH (oak Burial place of Rachel's of nurse, weeping). Deborah. Josh.10,12; 19,42; 21,24. Judg.l.3S; 12,12. I.Sam. 14,31. I.Chr, 8.13. II. Chr 11,10; 28,18. Josh. 19,26. I.Chr.6,60; 7,8; 8,36; 9,42. Gen. 36, 40. 1. Chr. 1,51 Josh. 19, 33 I. Chr. 4. 37 Gen. 35, 8. AL-MO'DAD (agitator). Son of Joktan, of Ge "- 10 v 2 6 - the family of Shem '• Chr. 1, 20 AL'MON-DIB-LA-THA'IM. One of the last encampments of the Israelites AL'MOND TREE. It is very much like a peach tree, but much larger. Its blossoms are pinkish-white and come out before the leaves; hence its Hebrew name, which signifies, "to watch and hasten." rod was from an almond tree Aaron's ALMS. A charitable gift. The Jews were required by the law of Moses to provide for the poor. (See Poor.) AL'MUG. A kind of wood used for pillars in the Temple, and for musical instruments. It was probably red sandalwood AL'OES. The gum of the eagle-tree of Co- chin, China, and North India, used as a spice for embalming the dead. It is worth its weight in gold AL'PHA. The first letter of the Greek alpha- bet, of which "Omega" is the last. They are used as a title of our Saviour AL-PLIAE'US (successor). (1) Father of James the Less; also called Cleophas. (2) Father of the evangelist Levi or Matthew. AL'TAR. A table or elevated place on which sacrifices and incense were offered to some god. Altars were originally made of turf, and afterward of stone, wood or horn, and were of various forms. Sacrifices were of- fered by Cain and Abel; but the first men- tion of altars in history is that of Noah building an altar unto the Lord. The al- tars in the Jewish Tabernacle and in the Temple -were: (1) The Altar of Burnt-offer- ings. (2) The Altar of Incense; or Golden Altar. (3) The Table of Shew-bread. The name "altar" is applied to a part of the furniture of Christian churches Num. 33, 46 47. Gen. 43, 11. Ex.25,33; 37 19, 20. Num. 17, 8. Eccl. 12.5. Jer. 1 11. Lev. 19.9,10. Deut. 15, 11. Ruth 2, 2. I. K. 10, 11. II. Chr. 2, C; 3, 10, 11. Num. 24, 6. Ps. 45, 8. Prov. 7, 17. Cant. 4, 14. Gen. 8, 20; 12. 7, 8; 13. 4,18; 22. 9; 26\ 25; 33,20; 35,1. Ex.20. 25; 27, 1; 30. 1; 37, 25. Lev. 6, 9. Num. 7, 84. Josh. 22, 34. Judg. 6, 25, 3LIsa.l9,lC Xam. 2, 7. 'Ezek. 8,16. Matt. 26, 7. Mark 14,3. Luke 7. 37. John 12, 3. Mark 15, 21 Acts 4. 6; 19 33,34. I.Tim 1,20. H.Tim. 4,14. Acts 6, 9; 18, 24; 27, 6; 28, 11 John 10. 39, Rev. 1,8. 11 21, 6; 22,13. Matt. 10, 3. Mark 2, 14. John 19, 25. Matt. 5, 23; 23, 18, 35. Luke 11,51, Rom. 11, 3. I. Cor. 9, 13, Heb.7, 13; 13,10. Rev. 6,9. I 10 INDEX. AMM A'LTJSH (desolation). The ninth encampment Num. 33, 13, of the Israelites 14. O.T. N. T. INDEX. ANA A'MAD (people of duration). Town on the border of Asher AM'A-LBK. One of the princes of Edom; the son of Eliphaz, and a grandson of Esau. The Amalekites are descended from him . . AM'A-LEK-ITES. A wandering and warlike people, living at the time of the Exodus, in the wilderness between Egypt and Pal- estine. They opposed the march of the Israelites; were defeated at Rephidim; and were destroyed by David, hundreds of years afterward AM'A-SA (burden-bearer). David's nephew; the son of David's sister Abigail. He was general of Absalom's army and was de- feated by Joab, by whom he was subse- quently treacherously murdered A'MAM (gathering place). Town in Judah. AM'A-RI'AH (word of Jehovah). The name of nine characters mentioned in the Bible; one of whom was of the descendants of Aaron, and the grandfather of Zadok, high priest in the time of Saul Josh. 19,26. Gen. 14. 7; 36. 12, 16. I. Chr. 1.36 Num. 14. 45 24,20. Judg. 7, 12. I.Sam 15, 6; 30, 18 II. Sam. 1,1 I. Chr. 4. 43 II. Sam. 17, 25; 20, 9. I. Kings 2.5 I. Chr. 2, 17 II.Chr.28,12 A-MAS'A-I (burden-bearer). (1) An ancestor of Samuel. (2) Priest who aided in bring ing the Ark to the house of Obed-edom. (3) Chief captain of Benjamin A-MASH'A-I (carrying spoil). A priest In the time of Nehemiah; probably Maasiai AM-A-SI'AH (Jah has strength). Chief cap- tain of the army of Jehoshaphat AM-A-ZI'AH (Jehovah has strength.) (1) The eighth king of Judah. He succeeded Joash, his father, reigned twenty-nine years, and was then killed by conspirators. (2) A man of Simeon. (3) A Levite descended from Merari. (4) An Israelite who was priest of the golden calf set up in Bethel AM-BAS'SA-DOR. An interpreter; a mes- senger. Ambassadors were sent by the Jews only as occasion required, in peace or war. Ministers are Christ's ambassadors. . A'MEN (steadfast, faithful, true). Meaning "so be it," "so let it be," "verily." In Rev. 3.14 our Lord is called "the Amen," "the faithful and true witness." In oaths, after the priest had repeated the words of the covenant or imprecation, all who said "amen" bound themselves by the oath . . . AM'E-THYST. A precious stone In the breastplate of the high-priest Josh 15, 26, I. Chr. 6, 7, 52; 23,19. II Chr. 19,11; 31,15. Ezr. 7,3. I. Chr. 6,25, 35; 12, 18; 15 24. II. Chr 29, 12. I Chr. 9,12 Neh. 11, 13. II. Chr.17,16 II. Kings 12, 21;14,8.9,I3; 15,3. I. Chr, 4,34; 6,45. II. Chr.24,27;25 27. Amos 7 10, 12. 14. II. Chr.32,31 Isa. 33, 7. Jer. 49, 14. Ezek. 17, 15 Num. 5,22, Deut. 27, 15. I. Kings 1,36 I. Chr. 16,36 Ps. 41,13; 72 19; 89, 52. Jer. 28, 6. Ex. 28, 19; 39, 12. A'MI. One of the servants of Solomon A-MIT'TAI (truthful). Father of the prophet Jonah AM'MAH (a cubit). Place through which Abner passed, pursued by Joab AM-MI (my people). Symbolic name of Israel w AM'MI-EL (my people is strong.) (1) One of the spies sent into Canaan by Moses. (2) An Israelite in the time of David. (3) Father of Bathsheba or Bathshua, a wife of David. (4) Son of Obed-edom AM-MI'HUD (people of glory). (1) Father of Pedahel, prince of the tribe of Naphtall. (2) An Ephraimite whose son was appointed as chief of the tribe II. Cor. S, 20 Eph. 6, 20, Matt. 6, 13, John 3, 3, 5. I. Cor. 14, 16 II. Cor. 1, 20 Rev. 1, 18; 3, 14; 5, 14; 22, 20. Rev. 21. 20. Ezra 2, 57. II. Kings 14 25. Jonahl.l II. Sam. 2,24 Hosea 2. 1. Num. 13. 12. II. Sam.9, 4, 5; 11,3; 17,27 I. Chr. 3, 5; 26,5. Num. 1,10; 2,29;7.48; 34, 28. I. Chr. 7,26. AM-MIN'A-DAB (people of liberality). Father of one of Aaron's wives; also of Naashon prince of Judah. He was one of the an- cestors of Jesus AM-MI-SHAD'DA-I (my people is mighty). Father of Abiezer, captain of the tribe of Dan AM-MIZ'A-BAD (people of the giver), tain in David's army A cap- AM-MON (a fellow countryman). The son of Lot by his youngest daughter. His abode was east of the Dead Sea and Jordan, in the mountains of Gilead; he was the father of the Ammonites, a famous people, always at enmity with Israel. He was aUo called Ben-amml AM'MON-ITES. The descendants of Ammon. They lived on the east side of the Jordan. They, as well as the Moabites, were among the nations whose peace and prosperity the Israelites were forbidden to disturb. Their chief and peculiar diety is in Scripture called "Moloeh." Chemosh was also a god of the Ammonites AM'NON (faithful). (1) Eldest son of David by Ahlnoam. (2) Sou of Shimon A'MON (builder). Name of an Egyptian god AM'O-RITES (mountaineers). A warlike and powerful nation which in the time of Moses occupied the country on both sides of the Jordan, and resisted the Israelites on their way to the Promised Land. Moses de- feated their kings, Sihon and Og. The Amorltes were subsequently conquered by Joshua; but he was unable to destroy them. The term "Amorites" is often used in the Bible for Canaanite in general. After the conquest they are not mentioned except as early inhabitants of the country. A'MOS (burden-bearer). , One of the minor prophets who lived in the time of Isaiah, and author of the Book of Amos. (2) Son of Nahum A'MOZ (strong). Father of the prophet Isai- ah, and brother of Amaziah, king of Judah. AM-PHIP'O-LIS. A city of Greece through which Paul and Silas passed on their way from Philippi to Thessalonica AM'RAM (high people). (1) Father of Aaron, Miriam, and Moses. (2) Son of Ban! AM'RA-PHEL (keeper of the gods). Shinar in Abraham's time King of A'NAB (grape town). Mountainous city of Judah from which Joshua drove the Ana- kim A'NAH (answering). "Father of Aholibamah, Esau's wife. (2) Son of Seir AN-A-1'AH (Jah has answered). (1) A priest at the right hand of Ezra while he read the law to the people. (2) A Jew who, with Nehemiah, sealed the covenant A-NAK (a giant). Progenitor of a race of giants called Auakini AN-A-MIM' (rockmen). Second son of Miz- raim A'NAN (cloud). An exile who with Nehemiah sealed the covenant A-NA'nT (protected). Son of Elioenal O.T. Ex. 6, 23. Num. 1,7; 2, 3. Ruth 4,19, 20. Num. 1. 12; 2,25. I. Chr. 27. 6. Judg. 10,11. II. Sam. 10, 11. I.Chr.19, 12. Neh. 13, 23. Ps. 83, 7. Isa. 11, 14. Jer. 9, 26, Zeph. 2, 9. Deut. 23. 3. Sam.11,11 I.King 11,1 II. Chr. 26,8 Ezra 9, 1. Neh. 13. t Jer. 27. 3. Ezek. 25, 5. II. Sam. 3,2. I. Chr 4, 20. Neh. 7, 59. Gen. 15, 16; 48, 22. Deut. 20, 17. Josh. 3, 10; 10, 12; 24, 15. Judg, 6,10. I.Sam 7,14.II.Sam 21.2.1. Kings 21,26. II. Kings 21 11, Ezek. 16 3. Amos 2,9 Amos 1, 1; 7,8,10,11,12. 14, 17; 8. 2. II. Kings. 19 2; 20, 1. II. Chr. 26, 22. Exod. 6, 18. Ezr. 10, 34. Gen. 14. 1,9, Josh. 11,21; 15, 13, 14. Gen. 36. 20, 24, 29. Neh. 8. 4; 10 22. Num. 13. 23 33. Gen. 10, 13. 1. Chr. 1,11 Neh. 10, 26. I. Chr. 3,24 N. T. Luke, 3, 25. Acts 17. 1. 11 INDEX. ANT AN'A-NI'AH (Jehovah is a protector). (1) The grandfather of Azarlah. (2) A town of Benjamin AN'A-NI'AS. (1) Professed Christian, hus band of Sapphira. (2) Christian who re stored the sight of Saul (Paul). (3) High priest of the Jews AN'A-THOTH (answers). (1) Town in Benja min given to the priests; it was the birth- place of Jeremiah. (2) Son of Becher. (3) An Israelite who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah AN'CIENT OF DAYS (advanced in days) Expression applied to Jehovah ANT>REW (manly). This apostle was a na- tive of Bethsaida and a brother of Simon Peter. He was first a disciple of John the Baptist, whom he left to follow our Saviour. Andrew with his brother Simon accompanied our Saviour to the marriage in Cana, but did not immediately become disciples AN-DRO-NI'CUS (man of victory). A Jewish Christian, fellow prisoner of Paul A^NEM (two fountains). Levitical city of Issachar. Probably same as En-gannim AN'GEL (messenger). The name or title given to those beings whom the Lord employs as his messengers. The Jews believed that there were several orders of angels Angels that rebelled against God or angels of Satan, or the Devil. The word "angel" Is often used to denote an ordinary mes- senger to individuals. In a general sense, it is applied to Christ as the angel or mes- senger of the covenant. Our preachers are Christ's ministering angels I.Chr. 6. 73. Josh. 19. 21 Gen. 22,11: 24. 7; 28.12. Judg. 5,23 6,20.. I.Sam. 29,9. II.Sam.U,17; 24, 16. I.K.13,18. I.Chr. 21, 12,15,20,27. Hos. 12, 4. AN'GER. A strong emotion of Indignation, usually thought to be a great sin, though sometimes It may be just. Anger is fre- quently ascribed to God because he pun- ishes the wicked with the justice of a ruler provoked to anger. In every case where sin is the object of anger, it Is reasonably and justly displayed; but sinful and unholy anger abounds among men, far more than holy resentment AN'NA (grace). An aged widow, daughter of Phanuel. She was a prophetess AN'NAS (grace of Jehovah). A Jewish high- priest with Caiaphas, his son-in-law. Christ, on the night of his seizure, was first taken before Annas \A-NOINT'ING. A common act among the Hebrews and other Eastern nations. It was done by pouring or by rubbing olive oil or some precious ointment upon the hair, head, beard, or sometimes on the whole body. The omission of ointment was the sign of mourning. Anointing of sacred persons and objects indicated that they were set apart and consecrated to the ser- vice of God AN'TI-CHRIST (against Christ). The word signifies false Christians and heretical teachers who denied the Incarnation AN'Tl-OCH. (1) A city of Syria on the river Orontes. It is famous as the place of Paul's first labors in the Gospel, and as the city from which he started on his mis- sionary tours. (2) A city «alled "Ahtioch of Pisidia," because it was attached to the province of Pisidia in Asia Minor AN'TI-PAS. A martyr in Pergamos AN-fTp'A-TRTs. City founded by Herod the Great O. T. Neh. 3, 23; 11,32. Josh. 21, 18. I.Chr 7,8. Ezr. 2, 23. Neh. 7, 27. Jer. 1, 1. Dan. 7.9, 13 22. Gen. 27, 45; 49,6. Ex.4,14 11,8; 32,19. Jos. 7,26. Judg.2.12,14 I.Sam.11,6. II.Sam.6,7. I.K.14.9. II.K.23,26. Ex.37,29. Lev. 8,12; 10, " 21,10. Num.4, 16, Deut.28,40. Judg.9,8. Ruth 3.3. I.Sam.2.10. I K.1,34. Ps.2,2. N. T. Acts 5, 1.3, 5;.9.10,12. 17; 22.12; 23,2; 24,1. Matt. 4,18; 10,2. Mark 1,16,29; 13,3 Luke 6, 14. John 1, 40. 44; 12, 22. Acts 1.13. Rom. 16,7. Matt. 4.11; 25,41; 28,5. Mark 8,38. Luke 1, 13; 2.15. Acts 5 19; 8,26; 12, 23-Rev.l,20; 3,5; 5,11; 12, 7; 15,8; 16, 1; 21. 12; 22, 8. Matt. 2.16; 5, 22; Mark 3, 5. Acts 7 54; 23, 3. Rom. 1,18. Eph. 4,31. Col. 3, 8, 21, Tit. 1. 7. Heb. 3,11. Rev. 6, 16. Luke 2,36. 37, 38. Luke 3.2. John 18,13, 19,24. Acts 4,6. Matt. 6 17. Mark 14,8; 16,1. Luke 7, 38,46. John 1 41; 9.6; 11 2. Acts 4,27; 10, 38. II. Cor. 1, 21. Jam. 5,14 I.John 2,27. Rev. 3, 18. I.John 2,18, 22; 4,3. Il.John 7. Acts 11 19, 20,22 26; 13,14; 14,19. 21,26; 15,22,35; 18, 22. Gal. 2,11. II.TIm.3,11. Rev. 2, 13. Acts 23,31. INDEX. ARA O. T. A-PEL-LES. salutation A Christian to whom Paul sent A-PHAR'SACH-ITES. Samaria Assyrian colonists in A'PHEK (strength). (1) A royal city of the Canaanites. (2) A city of Asher near Sidon. (3) A place northwest of Jerusalem, where the Philistines encamped before the Ark was taken. (4) A place in Issachar where the Philistines were, before they defeated Saul APH'SES (the dispersed). Head of the eighteenth course of priests chosen by David AP'OL-LO'NI-A. A city of Macedonia A-POL'LOS (a destroyer). A learned and elo- quent Jew of Alexandria, who became a Christian. He preached in Achaia and Cor Inth with great success, especially among the Jews. He was with Paul at Ephesus A-POS'TLE (one who is sent). The Jews so called those who carried about letters from their rulers. There were but few who had this honor, and to whom Jesus intrusted the organization of His Church. There were twelve originally whom he ordained that they should be with him; and he gave them power to cast out unclean spirits, and to heal all manner of diseases; commission- ing them to preach the kingdom of God . , A-POS'TLES' CREED. The creed thus named is not to be ascribed to the Apostles them- selves; but is a growth or evolution of the doctrines given by Christ to the Apostles. Most of the creeds of the Christian churches have sprung from it. It Is not a part of the Scriptures, but is conceded by all authorities to be the concentrated es- sence of Scriptural belief. The definite au- thority of the Apostles' Creed has been sup posed to have been St. Augustine; but this is in obscurity. No authorities, however, place its origin farther back than the fifth century. Its growth extends over four hun- dred years, from the first conception of a creed when Jesus spoke to Peter at Caes- area Philippi AP'PI-AN WAY. It is the oldest and most celebrated of Roman roads leading from Rome to Capua. It was afterwards ex tended to Brundusium. It had an admir able foundation, from which all loose earth was carefully removed; above this was a strata cemented with lime; and, lastly, came the pavement of large blocks of stone so joined together as to appear as one smooth mass. See photographs, opp. pages 781 and 782 AP'PLE. The apple mentioned in the Scrip- tures is commonly supposed to have been the apricot, which was common in Pales- tine. See photograph, opp. page 635 AQ'TH-LA. A Jew born at Pontus, in Asia Minor. He and his wife Priscilla were driven from Rome by a decree banishing the Jews from that city. He and the Apostle Paul were friends AR' (a city). Capital city of the Moabites, near the river Arnon A'RAB (a court). City in the mountains of Judah, near Hebron AE'A-BAH (the plain). Valley of the Jordan. A-RATSI-A (wilderness). The southwestern part of Asia. It is divided into three parts: Arabia Deserta, Arabia Petraea, and Ara- bia Felix. Arabia Petraea is south of Pal- estine, and was the scene of the forty years' wanderings of the Israelites Ezra 4,9; 5, 6; 6,6. Josh. 12,18; 13,4; 15,53; 19,30.I.Sam 4,1; 29.1. I. K 20.26, 30. II.K.13, 17. I.Chr. 24, 15. Prov.25,11, Cant.2,3,5; 7,8; 8,5. Joel 1,12. N. T. Rom. 16, 10. Acts 17.1. Acts 18,24; 19,1. I. Cor. 1.12; 3,5,6, 22; 4,6. Tit. 3,13. Rom. 1, 1; 16. 7, 1. Cor. 1,1; 9,1; 15,9. Il.Cor. 1. 1. Gal. 1,1, 17,19. I.Tim. 1,1; 2,7. II Tim 1,1.11; Heb. 3, 1. Num. 21,28. Deut.2.9. Josh.15, 52. Josh. 18, 18 I. K. 10,15. II.Chr.9,14; 17, 11. I sa. 21.13. Jer. 25. 24. Ezek. 27, 21. Acts 18,2,18. 26. Rom. 16. 3. I.Cor.16, 19. II.Tim. 4,19. Gal.1,17,' 25. 12 INDEX. ARI O.T. N. T. INDEX. ART O.T. N.T. A'RAD (flight). (1) City south of the tribe of Num. 21,1; Judah. (2) King who was defeated by the 33,40. Israelites. (3) Son of Beriah I. Chr. 8.15. A'RAH (wayfarer). (1) An Asherite and son of Ulla. (2) A man whose family returned from Babylon A'RAM (high). (1) A son of Shem. (2) A de- scendant of Nahor. (3) A son of Shanier of Asher. (4) The son of Esrom. (5) The name of the elevated country northeast of Palestine, toward the river Euphrates A'RAN (wild goat). A Horite, son of Dishan and brother of Uz AR'A-RAT. A mountain of Asia in Armenia, on which the Ark of Noah rested after the cessation of the Deluge A-RAU'NAH (a hero). A Jebusite who lived in Jerusalem, from whom David bought a site for an altar; also called Oman AR-BE'LA. A town of Zebulun I. Chr. 7,39. Ezr. 2.5. Neh. 6,18. Gen. 10,22; 22,11. Num. 23,7. I. Chr, 1,17; 2,23; 7,34. Gen. 36,28. I. Chr. 1,42. Gen. 8,4. II. Kings 19, 37. Jer.S1.27 II. Sam. 24 16,23. I. Chr. 21,15,18,25 Hos. 10,14. ARCH'AN'GEL (a chief angel). A leading angel; one high in the celestial hierarchy .. AR'CHE-LA'US (people's chief). Son of He rod the Great AR'CHE-vTTES. Perhaps the inhabitants of Erechi, who had a colony in Samaria AR'CHI (the long). City of Manasseh AR-CHIP'PTJS (chief groom). A Christian minister and fellow-soldier of Paul AR'CHITE (the long). The name applied to Hushai, David's friend ARC-TU'RUS (group). A star in the tail of the constellation, the Great Bear A-RE'LI (heroic). Son of Gad whose descend ants are the Arelites Ezra 4,9. Josh. 16,2. II. Sam. 15 32; 16,16; 17,5. Job. 9.9; 38,32. Gen. 46,16. Num.26,17. Matt. 1.3,4. Luke 3,33. I. Thes.4.16. Jude 9. Matt. 2,22. Col. 4,17. Phil. 2. AR'E-OP'A-GUS (hill of Mars). Hill in Ath- ens where the Upper Council was held . AR'E-TAS. A king of Northwestern Arabia. AR-GOB (stonv). District of Bashau, east of Deut. 3,4,13. the river Jordan I.Kings 4,13 Acts 17, 19,34. II Cor.11.32. A-RI'EH (the Hon), against Pekahiah One of the conspirators A'RI-EL (lion of God). (1) One of the chief men of Ezra. (2) Symbolical name of Jeru- salem II. Kings 15,25 Ez. 8,16; Is 29,1. AR-I-MA-THAE'A (heights). A town in Ju- dea. It was the home of the wealthy Joseph in whose new sepulchre the body of our Saviour was laid A'RI-OCH (lion like). (1) A king of Ellasar. (2) A captain of Nebuchadnezzar's guard . . AR-IS-TAR'CHUS (best ruler). A Macedoni- an, and a faithful laborer with Paul, with whom he was prisoner at Rome Gen. 14.1. Dan. 2,25. AR'IS-TO-BU'LUS (best counsellor). A resi- dent of Rome whose household was saluted by Paul Matt. 27,57. Mark 15,43. Luke 23,51. John 19,38. Acts 19,29; 27,2. Col. 4, 10. Philem. 24. Rom. 16,10. ARK. A word meaning three structures: (1) Noah's Ark, a vessel made at God's com- mand, in which Noah and his family, and the animals to be saved were preserved during the Deluge, which destroyed the rest of the human race for their sins. (2) Ark of Moses, in which the infant Moses was hidden by his mother; it was made of bulrushes, a kind of reed growing on the banks of the Nile. (3) The Ark of the Co- venant or Testimony. It was a covered chest of shittim-wood, overlaid within and without with gold. In it were the stone tables on which the law or "covenant" made by God with the Hebrews was in- scribed; also a pot of manna, Aaron's rod, and the books of the law. The Mercy-Seat with the cherubim was on~its lid. It was kept in the most holy place of the sanctu- ary. No object was more sacred among the Jews than the "Ark of God'' ,,,,,,...,,,,. ARK'ITES. Canaanites who settled in Arka, at the western base of Lebanon Gen. 6,14; 7, 18. Ex. 2,3: 25,16,21;37,1; 40,3,5,20. Num.3,31; 10,33. Deuf 31,26. Josh. 4,7,11;6.12;7, 6Judg.20,27. I.Sam. 4,3,6; 5,3; 6,1,19. II. Sam. 11, 11: 15,24. I. Kings 2, 26; 8,9, I. Chr. 6,31; 13,3,9; 15.1; 16,37; 17,1. II. Chr. 5,6; 6,41. Ps. 132,8. Gen. 10,17. I, Chr. 1.15 Matt. 24,38. Luke 17,27. Heb. 9,4;11, 7. I. Pet. 3,20. AR'MA-GED'DON (hill of Megiddo). A city west of the Jordan, rebuilt by Solomon. Also used symbolically AR-ME'NI-A. A country of Western Asia, source of the Euphrates, Tigris and Araxes rivers AR-MO'NI (of a fortress). Son of Saul AR'MOR. The armor used by the Hebrews consisted of helmets for the head, cuirasses for the body, the shield, target or buckler, and greaves used to protect the legs. Armor was made of leather and metallic scales . . AR'NAN (strong). His sons are mentioned in the genealogy of Zerubbabel AR'NON (roaring). A river which rises in the mountains east of the Dead Sea, into which it empties. The name is applied also to the valley through which the river flows A'ROD (wild ass). Arodl Son of Gad; also called AR'O-ER (ruins). (1) A city of the Gadites near Rabbah. (2) A city of the Amorites, (3) A town in the tribe of Judah. (4) A city in the south of Judah to which David sent presents after recovering the spoil of Ziklag AR'PAD or AR'PHAD (resting place). A fortified city on the north side of Palestine. AR-PHAX'AD. bon of Shem, ancestor of Eber and probably of the Canaanites AR'ROW. It was used in hunting and in war, and was in some instances only a sharpened reed; in others it was feathered, barbed, and sometimes poisoned. They were aiso used to carry fire to the house or person of an enemy; the shield was wet as a protection AR-TAX-ERX'ES (great king). (1) A king of Persia who obstructed the rebuilding of the Temple. He is supposed to have been Smerdis the Magian. (2) King of Persia in whose reign Ezra led a colony of Jewish exiles to Jerusalem AR'TE-MAS (whoie). A companion of Paul.. AR-TIP'I-CERS. Workmen who are especial- ly skilled in working in metals, carving wood and plating it with gold, setting precious stones, and designing embroid erles Judg. 5,19. I. K.9,15. Zech. 12,11 II. K.19.37. Isa. 37,38. Jer. 51,27. II.Sam.21,8 I. Sam. 17, 54. II. Sam 2,21. I.K.22 38.11. K.3,21 10,2.Is.22,8 I. Chr. 3,21 Num. 21,14 Deut. 2,24. Jud. 11,26. Is.16, 2. Jer. 48.20. Gen. 46,16. Num. 26,17. Num. 32,34 I. Sam. 30,28. II. Sam. 24,5 I. Chr. 5,8. Is. 17,2. II. K. 18,34. Jer. 49,23. Gen. 10,22. I. Chr. 1,17. I. Sam. 20 36. Job 41. 28. Ps. 11,2 Prov. 25,18. Jer. 9,8. Lam. 3,12. Zee. 9,14. Ezr. 4,7, 6,14; 7,1,11, 21; 8,1. Neh. 2,1; 5,14. Luke 11,22. I Rom. 13,12. II. Cor. 6.7. Eph. 6,11, 13,14.15, 16,17. Luk« 3,36. Gen. 4,22 I. Chr. 29,5. II. Chr. 34.11. Isa. 3.3, Tit. 3,12. 13 INDEX. ASH AR-TIL'LER-Y. Bows, arrows, etc AR'U-BOTH (courts). One of Solomon's com- missariat districts A-RU'MAH (height). City near Shechem .. AR'VAD (refuge). Island in the Mediter- ranean, off the Phoenician coast AR'ZA (earthiness). Steward of Elah, king of Israel O. T. I.Sam.20,40. I. K. 4,10. Judg. 9,41. Ezek. 27, 8, 11. Gen.10,18. I. K. 16, 9, 10. N. T. INDEX. AST A'SA (physician). Son and successor of Abi- I.K.15.H.13, jah as king of Judah. He reigned forty- 114,16,17 ,18,; one years, and is said to have done "that|19,22. I.Chr. which was good and right in the eyes of i9,16. H.Chr. the Lord, his God." (2) "A Levite, the head of a family that dwelt near Jerusalem AS'A-HEL (God is doer). A son of Zerul- II.Sam.2,18, ah, David's sister. He was slain by Ab- 21, 32; 3, ner at the battle of Gideon. (2) A Levite. 27; 23,24; (3) A Levite employed under Hezekiah. I.Chr.2,16; (4) Father of one employed by Ezra U27, 7. Ezra 10J5. 14,2,8,1001, 12,13. Jer 41, 9. AS'A-I'AH (Jehovah is doer). (1) A servant of Simeon. (2) A Levite in the time of David. (3) The firstborn of the Shilonite A'SAPH (gatherer). (1) A Levite, a chief leader of the Temple choir. He was after ward celebrated as prophet and poet, and twelve of the Psalms bear his name. (2) Hezekiah's recorder. (3) An officer ap- pointed by the king of Persia to keep the forests in Judea. (4) A Levite, an ances- tor of Mattaniah. (5) A Levite whose de- scendants dwelt in Jerusalem after the Captivity. (6) A descendant of Kohath AS'E-NATH (dedicated to Neit). Wife of Joseph, and daughter rf Potipherah, priest of On ASH. A variety of the pine tree A'SHAN (smoke). A city of Judah, after ward yielded to Simeon ^.SH'BEL (man of Baal). Son of Benjamin. ASH'DOD (fortress). It was a stronghold of the Philistines, who defeated the people of Israel in "Samuel's time, and captured the Ark of the Covenant, which they took to the temple of Dagon in Ashdod. It was near the Mediterranean coast half way be- tween Gaza and Joppa; and it also called Azotus ASH'ER (happy). (1) The eighth son of Jacob. (2) One of the twelve tribes. (3) A terri- tory about sixty miles long, extending from Carmel to Lebanon; and from ten to twelve miles wide. (4) A town on the border of Ephraim and Manasseh ASH'ES. This word is often used in the Bible in connection with sack cloth, and signifies penitence and grief. The ashes of a red heifer were used in ceremonial purifi- cation. In the symbolical language of Scripture, ashes denote human frailty and deep humiliation I.Chr. 4,36, 41; 6.30,31; 9,5. Il.Chr. 34,20. II. K. 18, 18. I.Chr. 6, 39. Il.Chr. 5.12; 20,14; 29,13; 35,15. Ezr.2,41; 3, 10. Neh. 7, 44: 11,17,22; 12,35. Isa. 36,3. Gen. 41. 45, 50; 46,20. Isa. 44, 4. Josh.15,42. I.Chr. 4,32. Gen. 46, 21. Josh. 15,47. II.Chr.26.6. I.Sam. 5,1; 6,17. Neh. 13.23. Amos 1,8; 3,9. Zep. 2,4. Zec.9,6. Gen.30,13; 35, 26; 46,17. Num.1. 13. Deut.'33.24. Josh.' 17,7. Judg.5,17. Matt. 1, 7, 8. Gen.18,27. Matt. 11, 21 Est.4,3. Job Luke 10. 13. Luke'2, 36. Rev. 7, 6, 2,8. Ps.102. " Isa.4420. Jer. 6,26. Lam 3, 16. A'SHI-MA (beaven). God of the people of II.K.17,30. Hamath ASH'KE-NAZ. (1) Name of a son of Gomer and of a tribe of his descendants. (2) Sup- posed to be a province of Armenia Gen .10,3. I.Chr.l, 6. Jer 51, 27. ASH'NAH (bright). Name of two cities of Josh.15,33, Judah, one northwest and one southwest of 43. Jerusalem Heb. 9,13. II. Pet. 2,6. ASHTE-NAZ (horse-nose). Chief eunuch of Nebuchadnezzar who befriended Daniel.... O. T. Dan. 1.3,7,9, 10. ASH'TA-ROTH. (1) A city of Bashan lying Deut. 1, 4. east of the Jordan. (2) A Syrian goddess Josh. 9, 10; whose worship was very ancient. It was common even among the Israelites. She is usually mentioned in connection with Baal as a corresponding female divinity. Also called Ashtoreth AS'HTJR (black), of Tekoa .... Son of Hezron, and father A'SI-A. The largest of the continents, nearly one-third of the land of the globe. The word "Asia" iu the Bible refers to only a small part of the continent of Asia; In some instances to the whole of what is now known as Asia Minor; but usually to only the western part of that country, namely, the region of what Ephesus was the chief city AS'KE-LON. One of the principal Philistine cities. A seaport on the Mediterranean about ten miles north of Gaza. It was the birthplace of Herod the Great and the seat of worship of the goddess Astarte AS'NAH (bramble). One of the Nethinim AS-NAP'PER. An Assyrian ruler who set- tled his people in the cities of Samaria . . . ASP. A serpent whose poison is deadly and very sudden in its operation. On the Egyptian monuments it is a sacred and royal emblem, the sign of the protecting divinity AS'PA-THA. The third son of Haman AS'RI-EL (God is joined). Son of Gilead and founder of the Asrielites ASS. One of the most common animals men- tioned in the Bible, and an important part of the wealth of the ancients. The ass and the ox were the principal beasts of burden among the Hebrews. Kings, judges, and prophets rode on the large Babylonian ass, an animal of a higher breed, and very spirited. Christ rode into Jerusalem on an ass. The wild ass is found in droves in desolate places in Asia, and is very shy and swift 12.4; 13,31. Judg.2.13. 1 Sam. 7, 3. I K.11,33. I. Chr. 6, 71. I.Chr. 2, 24; 4,5. Judg:. 1.18. I.Sam. 6.17, Amos 1, 8, Zep. 2, 4. Zee. 9, 5. Ezr, 2,50. Ezr. 4, 10. Deut. 32,33 . Job 20, 14, 16. Ps. 58,4 Isa. 11,8. Est. 9, 7. Num. 26. 31. Josh. 17, 2 Gen.22.3; |49, 14. Ex. 13,13; 23.4,5 Num.16,15. Deut22,10. Josh.15.18. Judg.15, 16. Prov.26,3. Jer.22.19. Hos. 8, 9. Zee. 9, 9. Lev. 23. 36. Isa. 1, 13. Eccl. 12, 11. AS-SEM'BLY. A great gathering of people for religious or political purposes, or on some festal occasions. Also used of a col- _ lection of wise men Zeph. 3, 18 ASSH'UR (level plain). (1) Second son of Gen. 10, 11. Shem. (2) The builder of Nineveh, prob- 22. Num.24 ably a descendant of Ham. form of Assyria The Hebrew AS-SHTJ'RIM. Descendants of Dedan AS'SIR (prisoner). (1) Son of Korah. (2) Forefather of Samuel. (3) Son of Jeconiah. AS'SOS. A town of Lesser Mysia, opposite the Island of Lesbos AS-SYR'I-A (country of Asshur). A country lying along the Tigris, the capital of which was Nineveh. The Assyrians were of Shemitic origin, and during the last forty years, excavations about Nineveh have shown that they were possessed of a civi- lization which in many respects surpassed even that of Egypt AS-TROL'O-GERS. Those who pretended to prophesy future events by observation on the stars, which they fancied had good or bad influence upon human affairs 22. I.Chr.l 17. Ezek. 27, 23. Gen. 25, 3. Ex. 6,24. I. Chr, 6, 23. Gen. 2. 14. II. K. 15. 29. Isa.7,18. Ezek. 23, 7. Mic. 5, 6. Zep. 2. 13. Zee. 10, 10. Isa. 47. 13. Dan.1.20.2, 27; 4,7; 5,7. N. T. Acts 2.9; 6,9; 16,6; 19,10. 26,27 31; 20,16,18; 27,2. I. Cor. 1649.11- Cor. 1,8. II. Tim. 1.15. 1. Pet. 1, L Rom. 3, 13. Matt. 21, 2. Luke 13. 15; 14,5. John 12,14.15. II. Pet 2,16. Acts 19,32, 39,41. Heb. 12.23. Jas. 2,2. Acts 20, 13, 14. 14 INDEX. AZA A-SUP'PIM (gatherings). Storehouse con- nected with the Temple A'TAD (a thorn). Owner of a thrashing-floor where the sons of Jacob mourned their father AT'A-RAH (ornament). Wife of Jarahmeel. AT'A-ROTH (crowns). There are several places of this name mentioned in the Scrip- tures, in the tribes of Judah, Ephraim, and Gad O. T. I. Chr. r 26, 15,17. Gen. 50,10, 11. I. Chr. 2,26. Num. 32,3, 34. 1. Chr. 2, 54. Jos. 16, 2,7. A'TER (dumb). One whose descendants were of the gatekeepers of the Temple. (2) One whose family returned from Babylon. (3) A signer of the covenant with Nehemiah A'THACH (inn). A city of Judah ATH-A-LI'AH (Jehovah is strong). A daugh- ter of Ahab, and wife of Jehoram. She ruled in Judah after the death of her son Ahaziah. (2) Son of Jeroham, a Benjamite. (3) Father of Jeshaiah ATH'ENS. The capital of Greece, the per fection of ancient civilization, but given to idolatry. Paul delivered his great ad dress before the Areopagus there Ezr. 2,16.42 Neh. 7,21, 45;10,17. 1. Sam. 30, 30. II. K 8.26;11, 2. I. Chr. 8, 26.11. Chr. 22,10;24,7. Ezr. 8.7. N. T. ATH'LAI (Jehovah is strong). A son of Be- bai . . ; A-TONE'MENT (reconciliation). A reconcilia- tion, not merely of men together or among themselves, but of God to men, and men to God. A satisfaction for sin by which forgiveness is had AT'TAI (opportune). (1) Grandson of She- shan. (2) One of David's men. (3) Son of King Rehoboam AT'TA-LEI-A. A serpent of Pamphylia AU-GUS'TUS (venerable). Title of the Ro- man emperors. First assumed by Calus Julius Caesar Octavianus A'VA (ruin). The capital of a small state conquered by the Assyrians, from which colonists were sent to Samaria A'VEN (a plain). (1) Supposed to be the val- ley of Baal. (2) Probably Beth-aven. (3) On or Heliopolis of Egypt AVEN'GER OF BLOOD (avenger). Term ap plied to the nearest relative of a murdered man. It became abused in practice . . . A'VIM (villagers). People descended from Canaan, who originally occupied the terri- tory in Palestine which the Philistines afterwards possessed. Also called Avites or Hivites A'VITH (village). City of Hadan-ben-bedad, one of the kings of Edom AXE. Anything that is brought to a sharp edge; usually of some metal. In some in- stances the axe is fastened to the handle with a thong or strip of leather wound around a great many times; in others there is a hole or eye through the head, into which is fastened a wooden handle . . A'ZAL (noble). A place near Jerusalem Ezr. 10,28. Ex. 30,16. Lev. 4,20. Num. 16,46; 31,50. II. Sam. 2,13. Job 33,24. I. Chr. 2,35 36;12,11. II Chr. 11,20. ILKings 18, 34;19.13.Isa 37,13. Ezek. 30,17. Hos. 10,8. Amos 1,5. II. Sam. 14, 7,11. Josh. 20,3. Ps. 8,2. Gen. 10,17. Deut. 2,23. Josh. 9, 7; 11,3;13,3. Gen. 36,35. Chr. 1,46 Deut. 19,5; 20,19. I. Sam. 13,21. II. Sam. 12, 31. Ps. 74,5. Isa. 10,15. Jer. 10,3;46, 22. Ezek. 26,9. Zech. 14,5. AZ-A-LI'AH (Jah is noble). Father of ,"■ Kings 22, Shaphan the scribe in Josiah's reign *, 11. Chr. 34,8. Acts 17, 15 21,22;18.1. I. Thes. 3, 1 Rom. 5,11. Acts 14. 25. Luke 2, Acts 25 25;27,1. 1. 21. INDEX. BAA O. T. N. T. AZ-A-NI'AH Joshua . . . (Jah is hearer). Father of Neh. 10,9, A-ZAR'E-EL (God has helped). (1) A Ben- jamite warrior. (2) A Levite musician in David's time. (3) A prince of Dan. (4) An Israelite who took a foreign wife. (5) Priest of the family of Immer AZ-A-RI'AH (whom Jehovah aids). A com- mon name of the Hebrews, and hence borne by a large number of people. The most im- portant were: (1) A descendant of Zadok the high-priest. (2) A chief officer of Solo- mon. (3) King of Judah generally called TJzziah. (4) Son of Ethan. (5) Son of Jo- hannan. (6) Ancestor of Samuel. (7) Two sons of Jehoshaphat. (8) High-priest in Hezekiah's time. (9) Son of Massiah. (10) Chaldean name of Abednego, one of Dan- iel's companions A'ZAZ (strong). A Reubenite, father of Bela AZ'A-ZI'AH (strengthened by Jehovah). (1) A Levite musician. (2) Father of Hoshea. (3) Levite in charge of the dedicated things AZTiUK (pardon). Father of Nehemiah A-ZE'KAH (tilled). Town in Judah . . . A'ZEL (noble). A descendant of Saul A'ZEM (fortress). City of Judah apportioned to Simeon later AZ'GAD (supplication). Ancestor of certain captives who returned from Babylon. A number accompanied Ezra and sealed the covenant with Nehemiah A'ZI-EL (God is might). A Levite AZ-MA-VETH (strong as death). (1) A Ben- jamite. (2) A descendant of Mephiboseth, (3) One of David's mighty men. (4) A treasurer of David. (5) Probably a town in Benjamin AZ'MON (fortress). of Palestiue . . . A place in the southwest A'ZOR (helper). An ancestor of Christ AZ'RI-EL (help of God). (1) Head of a fam Uy of Manasseh. (2) Father of a ruler of Naphtali. (3) Father of a Leraiah AZ'RI-KAM (help has risen). (1) Son of Nera- iah. (2) Son of Azel. (3) A Levite, ances lor of Shemaiah (4) Governor of the pal- ace of Ahaz A-ZU'BAH (forsaken). (1) Wife of Caleb. (2) Mother of King Jehoshaphat AZ'ZAN (a thorn). Father of Paltiel AZ'ZTJR (helper). (1) One who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah. (2) Father of Hananiah of Gibeon. (3) Father of Joaza- niah B BA'AL (master). (1) The chief toale deity of the Phoenicians, as Ashtoreth was their principal female diety. The worship has been practiced from the most ancient times and was adopted by the Jews, and carried on with great pomp and ceremony, In special temples adorned with his images (2) A city of Simeon. (3) A descendant of Reuben. (4) A descendant of Benjamin. In connection with other words, Baal denotes local idols; or the names of places possess ing them I. Chr. 11,6: 25,4,18;27. 22. Ezr. 10 41. Neh. 11,13. I. Kings 4,2, 5. II. Kings 14,21;15,27. I. Chr. 3,12; 6.10,36. 6, 10, 36. II Chr. 21, 2; 26,18,19; 31, 10. Ezr. 7, 1. Neh. 3, 23, 24; 7,7; 8,7. Dan. 1. 7. 2.17. I. Chr. 5,8. I. Chr. 15. 21;27.20. II. Chr 31,13. Neh. 3,16. Josh. 15,35. I. Chr. 8,37. Josh. 15.29; 19, 3. Ezr. 2,12;8, 12. Neh. 7, 17:10,15. I. Chr. 15, 20. II. Sam. 23, 31, 1. Chr. 8,36;12.3;27, 25. Ezr. 2,24 Num. 34,4. Josh. 15,4. I. Chr. 5,24; 27,19. Jer. 36,26. I. Chr. 3,23; 8,38. II. Chr, 28,7. Neh. 11,15. I. Chr. 2,18 II. Chr. 20, 31. Num. 34,26. Neh. 10,17. Jer. 28,1. Ezek. 11,1. Num. 22,41. J ud. 2,13;6, 25. 1. Kings 16,31. II. Kings 10,19 20,28;11,1C; 17,16. 1. Chr 5,5. Jer. 2,8; 7,9;12,16. Hos. 2,8;13, 1. Zep. 1,4. Matt. 1,13 14 _ INDEX. BAB BA'AL-AH (mistress). (1) Another name for Klrjath-jearim, Baale Judah, and Kirjath- baal. (2) A place in Judah. (3) A mountain In Judah BA'AL-ATH. A town of Dan, afterwards re- built by Solomon O. T. Josh. 15,9, 10,11,29,60; 18,14. II. Sam. 6,2. Josh. 19,44. I. K. 9, 18. BA'AL-BE'RITH (covenant lord). God wor- shiped by the people of Shechem BA'AL-GAD (lord of fortune). A city in the valley of Lebanon BA'AL-HA'NAN (lord of grace). (1) Early king of Edom. (2) Overseer of the olive and sycamore trees, under David BA'AL-HA'ZOR (Baal's village). A place near Ephraim in Judah BA'AL-HER'MON (lord of Hermon). A place near Mount Hermon BA'AL-I (my master). Title rejected by the Lord BA'A-LIS (in exultation). A king of the Am- monites BA'AL-ME'ON (lord of dwelling). Town of Reuben; also called Beth-meon and Beth- baal-meon BA'AL-PE'OR (lord of the opening). An idol of the Moabites and Israelites; it is the common opinion that the god was wor- shiped by obscene rites. Also called Peor , . BA'AL-PER'A-ZIM (lord of breaches). The place where David defeated the Philistines BA'AL-SHAL'I-SHA (lord of Shalisha). city near Mount Ephraim BA-AL-TA'MAR (lord of the palm). A place in the tribe of Benjamin BA'AL-ZE'BUB (lord of the fly). Philistines Idol of the BA'AL-ZE'PHON (north). Town on the bor- der of Egypt near the Red Sea BA'A-NA (patient). Father of Zadok (1) Son of Ahilud. (2) BA'A-NAH (son of grief). (1) The father of one of David's valiant men. (2) One of Ishbosheth's captains. "(3) An Israelite who returned from Babylon. (4) Son of Hushai, an officer of Solomon BA'A-SE-IAH (work of Jehovah), ite Levite A Gershon BA'A-SHA (boldness). The third king of Israel, probably of common birth; but who rose to the throne by his slaughter of Na- dab, king of Israel. His reign which lasted twenty-four years was filled with war and treachery. He followed the wicked ways rl Jeroboam BA'BEL, Tower of (gate of God). Built in the plain of Shinar by men who thus vainly hoped to ascend into heaven. God con- founded their language and scattered them over the earth , BAB'Y-LON (confusion). The metropolis of the Babylonian Empire was built on both sides of the Euphrates; and was also called Babel. It is said to have been one of the largest and most magnificent cities which Judg. 8,33; 9,4,46. JoSh. 11.17; 12.7. Gen. 36,38. I. Chr. 1,49 27,28. II. Sam. 13, 23. II. Chr. 13.19. I. Chr. 5.23. Judg. 3,3. Hos. 2,16. Jer. 40,14. Num. 32,38 Josh. 13.17. Jer. 48,23. Num. 25, 3. Deut. 4, 3. Ps. 106, 28. Hos. 9,10. II. Sam. 5, 20. I. Chr. 14,11. I. Sam. 9,4. II K. 4, 42. Judg. 20,33. II. Kings 1, 2,3,6,16. Ex. 14,2. Num. 33,7. I. Kinps 4, 12. Neh. 3,4. II. Sam. 4, 6. I. Kings 4,16. Ezr.2,2. Neh. 7,7; 10,27. I. Chr. 6,40. I. Kings 15, 16,19,27;16, 1.6,11,12;21. 22. II. Kings 9,9. II. Chr. 16,1,3,5,6. Jer. 41,9. Gen. 10.10; 11.9. II. Kings 17, 30;20,17;25. 24. I. Chr. 9,1. II. Chr 32,31;36,7. N. T. INDEX. BAM Mat. 1,17. Acts 7.43. I. Pet. 5,13. Rev. 14.8; 16.19;17,5. ever existed; fifty-six miles in circumfer- ence and covering an area of about two hundred square miles. It was founded by Nimrod, taken by Cyrus, and again by Alexander the Great, and gradually fell into ruins so utterly that only the wild beasts of the deserts came to lie down there. It is mentioned over two hundred and fifty times in the Bible, often with wonder and admiration; and as often, per- haps, as the doomed city. In the New Testament it is a symbolical name for heathen Rome , BAD'GER. A small burrowing animal of the bear kind, said to be plentiful in Palestine. The outer covering of tne Tabernacle was of badger skins O. T. Ezr. 5,12;7, 9. Ps. 87,4- 137,1. Isa. 14.4,22-21 9- 43,14 ; 48,14.' Jer. 20,4;2S, 4;29,10;40,4; 50,1.8,13:51, 6,35,42,48. 49. Ezek. 17,16. Dan. 4,30. Mic. 4,10. BAG. They were made of various sizes and sometimes contained certain sums of money, for which they passed current when the seal was not broken. "Bag" is the transla- tion of several entirely different words . . . BA-HU'RIM (low grounds). A town of Ben- jamin not far from Jerusalem, beyond the Mount of Olives BA'JITH (house). Moab Site of an idol temple In BAK'BUK (a bottle). A Nethinim whose de- scendants returned from Babylon BAK-BtJ-KI'AII (wasting of Jehovah). (1) Le- vite who returned from captivity. (2) A Levite porter BAK'ER. Among the ancient Hebrews, bak- ing was done in various ways; when for a family the women usually did it. In the Eastern countries there were public ovens in the large towns, and the bakers occu- pied a particular street. Pharaoh had his chief baker BA'LA-AM (stranger). Son of Beor, and a prophet. This strange man worshiped Je- hovah, and at the same time knew and practiced forbidden arts of divination Ex. 26,14; 35.7,23;36, 19. Num. 4, 10. Ezek. 16,10. Deut. 25.13. I. Sam. 17. 40. Job 14. 17. Prov. 7, 20. Hag. 1.6. 11. Sam. 16, 5:17,18:19. 16.1. K.2,8. Isa. 15,2. Ezra. 2,51. Neh. 7.53. Neh. 11.17; 12.925. Gen. 40,1.2. 20,22;41,10. I. Sam. 8,13 Jer. 37,21. Hos. 7,4,6. Num. 22.5. 9,14;23,4. Deut. 23.4. Josh. 24,9. EAL'A-DAN (haviLg power). Father of Mero- II. K. 20. 12. dach-baladan, king of Babylon 'Isa. 39, 1. BA'LAK (empty). Son of Zippor and king of the Moabites, who was so terrified at the approach of the army of the Israelites that he besought Balaam to curse them BALD'NESS. It was natural or artificial. The artificial was caused by shaving the head in token of mourning for the dead. Baldness among the Israelites was often treated with contempt, as it excited sus- picion of leprosy. A bald man was de- clared as unfit for the priestly office BALANCE. The balance is represented on Egyptian monuments. It was used to weigh money before coinage commenced. "Weighed in the balance" is used figura- tively and means "tried by law." BALM or BAL'SAM. A medicinal gum of the balsam tree, which is very costly. The tree, though not a native of Judaea, was cultivated there BA'MAH (height), were worshiped A high place where idols BA'MOTH (heights). Forty-seventh station of the Israelites, perhaps the same as Ba- moth-baa 1 BATklOTH-BA'AL (heights of Baal). A town of Moab, afterwards a city of Reuben Num. 22,4, 23.2;24,13. Josh. 24,9. Jud. 11,25. Lev. 21,5. Deut. 14,1. Is. 3,24 Jer. 47,5. Ezek. 7,18. Amos 8,10. Mlc. 1,16. Job 31,6. Ps. 62.9. Prov. 11,1. Is. 40,12; 46,6. Gen. 37,25; 43 11. Jer. 8.22:46.11. Ezek. 27,1,7. Ezek. 20. 29. Num. 21,19, 20. Josh. 13, 17. N. T. 18.2.10. Luke 12. 33. John 12.6; 13.29. II. Pet. 2,15 Jude 11. Rev. 2, 14 Rev. 6. S. 10 INDEX. BAR BAND. (1) A band was the tenth part of a legion, and contained from four hundred to six hundred men. (2) A chain or cord. (3) Any company of men, warriors, cattle, lo- custs , , , , BA'NI (built). (1) One of David's mighty men. (2) A descendant of Pharez. (3) A Levite descendant of Merari. (4) Head of a family whose descendants returned from Babylon. (5) A Levite whose son repaired part of the Jerusalem wall. (6) There are several other characters of the same name BAPTISM. A religious rite which was in use before the time of our Saviour's ministry ; which afterwards was recognized and made obligatory upon His disciples, as a Christian ordinance. Water baptism is a type, symbol and an emblem of the blood of Christ, and the cleansing from sin, and many believe of the death, burial and resurrection of Christ. There is a two-fold metaphorical baptism — the baptism of the Holy Ghost and of fire. An unhappy controversy as to the mode of baptism has existed among Chris tians for centuries, which will no doubt con- tinue until the end of time. However, in such matters, brotherly love and Christian fellowship should prevail that great good may be accomplished BAP'TIST. The designation of John the son of Zacharias, so called because he first ad- ministered baptism as an ordinance of God. Me was the forerunner of Christ BA-RAB'BAS (father's son). A noted robber and murderer, who was in prison when Christ was condemned. The Jewish mob. at the investigation of the priests, de- manded that Pontius Pilate should release him instead of Jesus of Nazareth BAR'A-CHEL (blessed of God). Father of Elihu BAR'A-CHPAS. Father of the prophet Zech- ariah BA'RAK (lightning). An Israelite who, at the instigation of Deborah, led the tribes of Naphtali and Zebulun against Sisera, leader of the Canaanites, and gained a vic- tory , BAR-BA'RI-AN. Uncivilized; a title given to other nations by the Greeks BARE'FOOT (unshod). To go barefoot was a sign of great calamity or sorrow. Shoes were also removed when entering a holy place BA-RI'AH (fugitive). Son of Shemaiah BAR'JE'SUS (son of Joshua). A false prophet, also called Elymas, who withstood Paul and Barnabas at Paphos BAR'JO-NA (son of Jonas). Patronymic ap- pellation of the Apostle Peter BAR'KOS (painter), ily of Nethinim . . Head of one of the fam- BAR'LEY (long hair). This grain was culti- vated in Egypt and in Palestine; and was the common food of cattle, especially horses. Barley bread was used by the poorer classes BARN. In different parts of the Scriptures, Deut. 23, 8. signifies store-house, granary, and thrash- II, Kings 6, lag-floor; it was often a cave in the rock, 27. Hag. 2, 19 for the storing of crain Joe] ^ 17 O. T. Gen. 32, 10. II. Kings 13 21. 1.Chr.12 18. Job 1,17 Ps. 119, 61. II. Sam. 23. 36. I. Chr. 6, ~;9,4. Ezra 2, 10; 10, 29, 34, 38. Neh. 3, 17; 8. 7; 9 4; 10, 13. Ex. 12, 21-24 Num. 8, 7 Isa. 44,3; 52, IS Ezek. 36,25, 26 Joel 2, 28 N. T. Matt. 27, 27. Mark 15, 16. John 18, 3, Acts 10, 1; 21, 31. INDEX. BAT Job 32. 2, 6. Judg. 4,6,8, 9.10.12,14,15 16,22; 5,1,12 Ex. 3, 5. II Sam. 15,30. Isa. 20, 2,4 I. Chr. 3,22. Ezra, 2,53. Neh. 7, 55. Lev. 27, 16. Judg. 7, 13. I.Kings4,28. Matt.3,1-17: 20, 22; 21. 25 Mark 1,4,10 L,uke 7, 29 J no. 1, 25-33 Acts 8, V- 39; 19, 3-5 Rora-6, 3, 4 I Cor. 10,1,2 Gal. 3, 27 Eph. 4, 5; 5, 26 Col. 2, 12 Heb.9, 13-20, 11, 27-29, 12, 24 I Pet. 1, 2; 3, 18-21 I John 5, 6 Matt.3.1; 11, 11; 14, 2. Mark 8, 28. Luke 7, 20; 9,19. Matt. 27, 17, 20, 21, 26. Mark 15, 7; 15,15. Luke 23, 18. John 18, 40. Matt. 23, 35, Heb. 11, 32. I. Cor. 14,11 Col. 3, 11. Acts 13, 6. Luke 12,18. BAR'NA-BAS (son of prophecy). Name given by the Apostle to Joses, a native of Cyrus, one of the tribe of Levi, to denote his emi- nence as a Christian teacher. He was the companion of Paul on several of his mis- sionary journeys , , , , , , , , , BAR'REN. Barrenness, in the East, was greatly lamented by Jewish women, as each hoped to become the mother of the Messiah. It was considered the greatest punishment with which the Lord could inflict women . . BAR'SA-BAS (son of Sabas). (1) A surname of Joseph who, with Matthias, succeeded Judas Iscariot in the apostleship. (2) Sur- name of Judas, a disciple sent to Antioch with Silas BAR-THOL'O-MEW (son of Tolmai). One of the Apostles, generally supposed to be the same as Nathaniel BAR-TI-MAE'US (son of Timaeus). The blind boggar of Jericho whom Christ re- stored to sight BA'RUCH (blessed). (1) A Jew who rebuilt a part of the wall of Jerusalem. (2) A de- scendant of Pharez. (3) Amanuensis of Jeremiah BAR-ZiL'LA-I (strong). (1) A Gileadite loyal to David. (2) Father of Adriel. (3) One whose descendants returned from Babylon. BA'SHAN (the fruitful). The kingdom of Og, the Amorite, on the east side of the Jor- dan, extending northward from the river Jabbok, famous for stately oaks, fine cattle, and rich pastures. It was afterwards al- lotted to the half tribe of Manasseh BASH'E-MATH (fragrant). (1) A daughter of Elon and wife of Esau. (2) A daughter of Ishmael. (3) A daughter of Solomon; also called Basmath BA'SIN. Various kinds are mentioned in the Bible; namely, a hand-basin, for washing of hands; a covered basin, used in the sanctuary; the "omer," a common domestic vessel of Egypt; and the foot-basin, in which Christ washed the disciples' feet. It is also spelled "bason." BAS'KETS. Jews used baskets of various • forms, sizes, strength and structures, which were generally made or wicker work; though sometimes of net work or ropework BAS'TARD (polluted). Term applied to the offspring of heathen prostitutes; one born out of wedlock O. T. Gen. 16, 2. Ex. 23, 26. Judg. 13, 2. I. Sam. 1,6,20 Isa. 47, 9. Neh. 3, 20. Jer. 32, 12: 36,4,26;43,3 45, 1. II. Sam. 17, 27; 21, 8. Ezr. 2, 61. Num. 21, 33 Deut. 1, 4. Jos. 13, 12. Is. 33,9. Jer 22, 20. Ezek 39, 18. Gen. 26, 34; 36, 3, 4, 10, 13. 1. Kings 4,15. N. T. Acts 4, 36; 11, 22,25. 30; 12,25; 15.37 I. Cor. 9. 6. Gal. 2, 1. Col. 4, 10. Luke 1,7,25. 36; 23,29. Gal. 4, 27. II. Pet. 1, 8 Acts 1, 23; 15,22. Matt. 10, 3. Mark 3, 18. John 21, 2. Matt. 20, 29, Mark 10, 46, Luke 18, 35 BAT (night bird). One of the unclean fowls. BATH'RAB'BIM (daughter of many). One of the gates of the ancient city of Heshbon EATH'SHE'BA (daughter cf the oath). Wife of Uriah the Hittite, who afterwards be- came the wife of David and mother of Solo- mon. Also called Bath-skua BATH-SHU'A (daughter of porsperity). Daughter of Shua and wife of Judah BATTLE (fighting). The Hebrews varied in their mode of warfare in the course of ages, being arrayed by the practice of more military nations; but they always showed more valor than discipline. Battles were constantly being fought between the Israel- ites and their neighboring tribes. Several of the kings of Israel were killed in battle. Ex, 12, 22; 24,6.11. Sam 17,28. 1. K. 7, 40,45. 1.Chr, 28, 17. II. Chr. 4, 8, 11 Jer. 52, 19. Gen. 40, 16. Ex. 29, 23. Lev. 8, 2. Num. 6, 15. Deut. 23, 2. Judg. 11, 1. Zech. 9, 5. Lev. 11, 19. Cant. 7, 4. II. Sam. 11, 3.27; 12, 24. I. K. 1, 11. I. Chr. 3, 5. Gen. 38, 12. ".Chr. 2, 3, John 13, 5. Matt. 14. 20. Mark 6, 43. Luke 9, 17. John 6, 13. Heb. 12, Gen. 14, 8. Num. 32, 27. Deut. 2, 24. Josh. 11, 19. I. Sam. 14,22 I.Chr.19,17. Obed. 1. Zech. 14,2. I. Cor. 14,1 Rev. 9, 7, 16, 14. 17 11 IMDEX. BEE O. T. N.T. BATTLE-MENT (ledge). Structure surround- ing the flat roofs of Eastern houses, to pre vent accidents. Sometimes means parapet of a city wall BAY'TREE. A native tree growing near Antioch BDELL'IUM. A fragrant gum or a precious stone; perhaps a pearl BEA'CON. A tree stripped of Its branches and used as a flagstaff; a signal BE'A-LI-AH (whose Lord is Jehovah). Benjamite who joined David at Ziklag . BEAM. The word is differently used In the Scriptures, being a term connected with both weaving and building. When figur r.tively used in the New Testament, In con- trast to mote, refers to those people who with greater sins reprove the lesser faults of others , , . . , , , , , , , , , , BEANS. A common product of the Orient, eaten by the poorer classes, and animals . . BEARS. They were common In Palestine and resembled the common brown bear. They are still found in Galilee, Lebanon, and Mount Hermon. The verb "to bear" means to endure without resentment; to suffer; to. undergo; to be subjected to sick- ness, calamity or loss as a punishment; also, to produce, to Dring forth, to give birth to, etc , , , , BEARD. The Jews gave much attention to the beard, and regarded it when long, and full, as the noblest ornament of man. To neglect, tear out, or cut off the beard, were signs of deep mourning. The Egyptians left a small tuft of beard on the chin. The Jews were forbidden to imitate this fashion. To be deprived of the beard was a mark of sterility and infamy BEAST. A quadruped which is wild, in con- tradistinction to cattle or other domesti- cated animals which are kept primarily for food or dairy purposes, though in fact, fre- quently used for draught or even occasion- ally for riding. When used figuratively de- notes things sinful BEAU'TY. The name given by the prophet Zechariah to one of the two staves by which he symbolized the Lord's covenant with the house of Jacob, and the brother- hood of Israel and Judah BEB'A-I (fatherly). (1) Head cf a family that returned from exile. (2) Father of Zecha- riah. (3) One of the chiefs who entered into covenant with Nehemiah BE'CHER (youth). (1) Son of Benjamin. (2) Son of Ephraim through marriage; same as No. 1. Also called B ered BE-CHO'RATH (firstborn). Ancestor of Saul. BED. A quilt or mattress filled with cotton, wool, grass or straw. It was rolled up dur- ing the day and spread only at night, often in the open bir. The' poorer people used skins for beds. Bedsteads or movable frames were rsed, perhaps, only by the wealthy. Og, king of Bashan, is mentioned as having an iron bedstead ....,..,,,,,.... BE'DAN (son of judgment). (1) A judge of the Israelites. (2) Son of Ulam BEE. A well known insect common in Pales- tine, for it was a land "flowing with milk and honey." They were both domesticated and wild Deut. 22. 8. Jer. 5. 10. Ps. 37.35 Gen. 2, 12. Num. 11, 7. Isa. 30. 17. I. Chr. 12,5. Judg. 16.14 I. Sam. 17.7. I. Kings 7,3, 6. 1 Chr. 11 23. II.Chr.3 7. Ezek.41,25 ■I.Sam.17,28 Ezek. 4, 9. Exod. 18,22 Num. 11, 14 I.Sam. 17, 34 II. Sam. 17, 8 II. Kings 2 24. Is. 11. 7 Prov. 9, 12. Is. 1,14. Ezek. 12, 6. Lev. 13, 29, 14, 9; 19, 27, 21. S. II. Sam. 10, 5; 19, 24; 20, 9. Ezr. 9,3. Ps. 133. 2. Isa. 7,20. Jer. 41, 5. Ezek. 5,1. Gen. 1, 24. Ex. 13, 12. Lev. 11. 47. Deut. 4, 17. Neh. 2, 12. Ps. 73, 22. Zech.'11.7.10 zr.2, 11; 8, 11; 10, 28. Neh. 5.15. 7,16; 10.15. Gen. 46. 21. Num. 26, 35. I. Chr. 7,20, 21. !. Sam. 9, 1. Gen. 47, 31. Ex. 21, 18. I.Sam.19,13. II. Kings. 4, 10. Job. 7,13 Ps. 4, 4, Prov. 7, 16. ant. 1, 15. I. Sam. 12,11 I. Chr. 7,17, Deut. 1,44. Jud. 14, 8. Ps. 118. 12, Is. 7. 13. Matt. 7. 3. Luke 6, 41. Matt. 3, 11, Luke 14. 27, John 16, 12. Acts 9. 15. Rom. IS. 1. I. Cor. 3. 2. Gal. 6. 2. Rev. 2, 2; 13.2. Luke 10. 34. Acts 28. 5. Rom. 1,23. Heb. 12,20. Rev. 4, 7; 6, 11,7. Matt. 9, 6, Mark 2.9.11; 4, 21; 7, 4. Luke 8, 16; 11,7; 17,34. John 5, 11, 12. Heb.13,4 Rev. 2, 22. INDEX. BEL BE'E-Ll'A-DA (the lord knows). One of Da- vid's sons born In Jerusalem. Also called Eliada BE-EL'ZE-BUB (fly god). A heathen deity believed to be the prince of demons. More correctly Beelzebul BE'ER (a well). (1) A place In the land of Moab, probably Beer-ellm. (2) A town in the tribe of Judah BE-E'RAH (a well). A Reubenlte prince BE-E'RI (of a fountain). (1) Father of Ju- dith. (2) Father of the prophet Hosea . . . BE'ER-LA-HAI'ROI (well of the vision of life). Well In the wilderness where the angel of God appeared to Hagar BB-E'ROTH (wells). (1) One of the four cities of the Hivites, reckoned in the tribe of Benjamin. (2) A station of the Israel- ites belonging to the tribe of Bene-jaakan; also called Bene-jaakln. See photograph, opp. page 694 BE'ER'SHE-BA (well of the oath). Name given by Abraham to a well in the south- ernmost part of Canaan. The town after- wards situated there became quite noted. It was first assigned to Judah, and then transferred to Simeon. "From Dan even to Beersheba" means the entire length of the country ,,,,,,, ....,.,.• O. T. II. Sam. 5.16. l.Chr, 3,8. 14,7. Num. 21.16, 18. Judg. 9, 21. Isa. 1S.8, I. Chr. 5.6. Gen. 26, 34. Hos. 1, 1. Gen. 16. 14; 24,62;25, 11 Num. 33, 32 Deut. 10. 6. Josh. 9, 17; 18,25. II. Sam. 4, 2. Ezra 2. 25. Gen. 21, 14, 31; 22,19; 26, 33; 28, 10; 46, 1. Josh. 19, 2. Judg-. 20, 1. I. K. 19,3. Neh. 11. 27, 30. Amos 5, 5; 8, 14. N.T. BE-ESHTE-RAH (with Ashtoreth). A Levi- tical city of Manasseh. Same aa Ashtoreth. BEETLE. A species of the locust which the Egyptians worshiped BEEVES. Beeves is the plural of beef and means the living animals BE-GIN'NING. To come into being; or com- mence; it enter on any particular state of existence BE-HE-MOTH (excellence). Probably the hip- popotamus BE'KAH. Half a shekel of the sanctuary.. BE'LA (destruction). (1) See Zoar. (2) Son of Beor, king of Edom. (3) Son of Azaz. (4) Eldest son of Benjamin BE'LI-AL (worthless). A term applied to vile and profligate persons BE-LIEV'ERS. A term applied to converts; in the early Church, baptized laymen BELL. Bells of gold were fastened to the bottom of the robes of the high-priest. They were also attached to horses BEL'LOWS. nace Only used for the forge or fur- Josh. 21. 27. I. Chr. 6. 71. Lev. 11.21.22 Lev. 22, 19. Num. 31, 38. Gen. 49, 3. Job 8. 7. Pjov. 1, 7. Job 40, 15. Ex. 38.26. Gen. 14, 2,8: 36, 32; 46, 21 I. Chr. 5,8. Deut. 13. 13. Judg. 19,22. Ex. 23.33,34 39,25,26. Zee. 14, 20. Jer. 6, 29. BEL'LY. That part of the body containing The stomach, the intestines, and other or- gans; regarded among the Hebrews as the seat of carnal affections. Figuratively used, means the heart or soul which is deep hid- den and hard to be searched BE-LOWED. (1.) A title of Christ. (2.) Par- ties consisting of one political or religious brotherhood BEL-SHAZ'ZAR (Bel's prince). The last king of Babylon, for whom Daniel interpreted the mysterious handwriting on the wall. . Matt. 10, 25 Mark 3. 22 ' Luke. 11. IS. 18, 19. Matt. 24. 8. Mark 1. 1. John 2, 11. Acts 5. 14. Tim. 402. Gen. 3, 14. Num. 5, 21. Cant. 5. 14. Is. 46. 3. Dan. 2,32. Hab, 3, 16. Neh. 13, 26. Cant. 5,1. Dan. 5, 1,9. 22, 29, 30; 7, 1; 8, 1. Matt. 15, 17 Luke IS, 16. John 7. 38. Rom. 16, 18 I. Cor. 6, 13 Rev. 10,9. Acts 15. 25. Eph. 1, 6. 13 INDEX. BER BBL'TE-SHAZ'ZAR. A name given to Dan- iel when he was carried to Babylon BEN (son). (1) A Levite in the service of song. The word is a part of many Hebrew names BE-NA'IAH (built by Jehovah). (1) Son of Jehoida, and commander of David's guard. (2) One of David's mighty men. There are several others of that name mentioned in the Bible; four of whom are Levites; and four, of Israelites who took foreign wives BEN'AM'MI (son of my people). A son of Lot BEN'E-BE'RAK (sons of Berak). A city of Dan BEN-E-F ACTOR. A title of honor given to kings BEN-HA'DAD. The name given to three kings of Syria who reigned in Damascus. . BEN'HA'IL (valiant). A prince of Judah BEN'HA'NAN (of one gracious). A son of Shimon BEN'I-NU (our son). A Levite BEN'JA-MIN (fortune). (1) He was the twelfth and youngest son of Jacob. He was of a quiet, gentle spirit and was loved by his father and brothers. (2) The tribe of Ben- jamin had their part of the Promised Land adjoining Judah; and when the ten tribes revolted, it became a part of the tribe of Judah. (3) A grandson of Jediael. (4) A descendant of Harim. (5) A Jew who re- paired a part of the wall at Jerusalem. (6) A gate of Jerusalem ' BE'NO (his son). A Merarite Levite BE'ON (lord of On). A city of Reuben, be- yond Jordan; also called Beth-baal-meon, Baal-meon, and Beth-meon BE'OR (a torch). (1) early king of Edom. Father of Bela, and (2) Father of Baalam. BE'RA (gift). Abraham . . King of Sodom in the time of bEr'A-CHAH (a blessing). (1) Warrior who joined David at Ziklag. (2) Valley of Judah BER'A-T'AH (Jah is maker). Son of Shimhi. . BE-RE'A. A city of Macedonia where Paul successfully preached the Gospel BER'E-CHI'AH (blessed by Jehovah). (1) Son of Zerubbabel. (2) Father of Zecha- riah, the prophet. (3) A chief of the Eph- raimites. (4) A doorkeeper of the ark. (5) Descendant of Elkanah. (6) Father of Me- shullam. (7) Gershonite Levite BE'RED (hail). (1) A city of Judah. (2) A descendant of Ephraim; also called Becher BE-R*!'AH (son of evil). (1) Son of Asher, founder of the Beriites. (2) Son of Eph- raim. (3) A Benjamite. (4) A Levite BE'R~TES (people of the wells). A people living in the north of Palestine BER-NI'CE (gift). The eldest daughter of Herod, Agrippa I. Married to her uncle, He- rod, king of Chalcis, and, after his death, wife of Polemon, king of Cilicia O. T. Dan. 1.7; 2,26; 4,8. I. Chr. 15,18 II.Sam.8,18; 23,30. l.Chr. 4,36;1S,18,24 II.Chr.20.14; 31, 13. Ezra 10,25,30,35, 43. Gen. 19, 38. Josh. 19, 45. I.K 15,18,20 Jer. 49, 27. II. Chr. 17,7, I. Chr. 4, 20 Neh. 10, 13. N. T. Gen. 35, 18; 42, 4; 43, 14 Num. 1, 37. Jud. 10, 9. I. K 12,23. I Chr. 7,10. Ezr. 10,32. Neh. 3.23:12, 34.Jer.202;37 13; 38, 7. Zech. 14, 10. I. Chr. 24.26 Num. 32, 3, i. Josh. 13 17. Jer.48,23 Gen. 36, 32. Num. 22, 5. Gen. 14, 2, 17, 21. I. Chr. 12, 3. Il.Chr. 2C.26 Chr. 8, 21. I. Chr. 3, 20; 6, 39; 9, 16; 15, 17. II. Chr. 28, 12. Neh. 3, 4; 6, 18. Zech.1,1. Gen. 16, 14. I. Chr. 7, 20. Num. 26.44. 45. I.C. 7.30; 8,13; 23,10. II. Sam. 20, 14. INDEX. BET Luke 22. 25 Acts 13. 21. Rom. 11, 1. Rev. 7, 8. Acts 17, 10, 13; 20, 4. Acts 25, 13, 23; 26. 30. BE-RO'THAH (cypress). One of the bound- ary towns of Israel; also called Berothai .. BER'YL. Precious stone resembling the em erald, in the high-priest's breastplate BES'ODE'IAH (Intimate of Jehovah). One who helped repair the walls of Jerusalem. BE'SOM. A broom made of twigs BE'SOR (cold). A brook which runs into the Mediterranean, near Gaza BETH'AB'A-RA (place of the ford). A place on the east side of the Jordan where John baptized. It has been identified by some as Bethbarah; but the best authorities give Bethany ,.,,,..,,.. BETH'A'NATH (house of response). A city of Naphtali BETH'A'NOTH (house of echo). City of Judah BETH'A-NY (house of dates). Village on the Mount of Olives, near Jerusalem. It was the residence of Lazarus and his sisters, Martha and Mary. Christ often visited it, and it was the scene of some of the most interesting events of his life. See photo- graph, page 731 BETH'AR'ABAH (house of the desert), city on the north border of Judah BETH-A'RAM (town of the height). City of Gad; probably same as Beth-haran BETH'A'VEN (house of idols). A town of Benjamin near Bethel; also a nickname for the town of Bethel BETH'AZ'MA-VETH (house of Azmareth). Town cf Benjamin; also called Azmareth.. BETH-BA'RAH (house of crossing). A chief ford of the Jordan. See Bethabara BETH'BIR'E-I ^house of a creative one). City in the southern part of Judea. Prob- ably the same as Bethlebaoth and Lebaoth. BETH'CAR (house of lambs). City of Dan... BETH'DA'GON (temple of Dagon). (1) City of Asher. (2) Cityof Judah BETH'DIB'LA-THA'IM (house of Diblathaim). City of Moab. Same as Almon-diblathaim. BETH'EL (house of God). (1) A town about twelve miles north of Jerusalem, to the right of the Shechem road where Jacob saw the ladder in his dream. The name was originally Luz. Jacob set up a stone to mark the spot where God spake with him. (2) A town in the south of Judah. (3) Mount Bethel. See photograph, page 8 BE-THES'DA (house of mercy). A pool at Jerusalem, near the sheep gate, whose waters were supposed to possess healing qualities BETH'GA'MUL (camel house). City of the Moabites, in Reuben BETH'GIL'GAL. See Gilgal BETH'HAC'CE-RIM (place of the vineyard). City of Benjamin, between Jerusalem and Tekoa O. T. II. Sam. 8,8. Ezek. 47, 16. Ex.28. 20. Dan. 10, 6. Neh. 3, 6. Is. 14, 23. I. Sam. 30, 9,21. Judg. 7, 24. Josh. 19, 38. Judg. 1, 33. Josh. IS, 59. N. T. Rev. 21. 20. Matt 21, 17, 26, 6. Mark 11, 1, 11, 12; 14,3. Luke 19,29;24,50 John 11, 1 ; 12.1. Josh. 15, 6, 61; 18. 22. Num. 32, 36. Josh. 13, 27 Jos. 7,2. I. Sam. 14, 23 Hos. 4, 15. Neh. 7, 28; 12,29. Judg.7, 24 Josh. 15, 32 19,6. I. Chr 4,31. I. Sam. 7. 11 Josh. 15, 41; 19, 27. Num. 33. 46. Jer. 48, 22. Gen. 28,19 31, 13; 35, 1. Josh. 16, 2. Judg. 1,22. I. Sam. 7, 16. I.K.12,29. II. K.2,2. Ezra 2,28.Am.3,14 Jer. 43, 23. Neh. 12, 29. Neh. 3, 14. Jer. 6, 1. John 1, 28; 10, 40,42. John 5, 2, 4, 19 INDEX. BEZ BETH'HA'RAN (strong place). City of Gad beyond the Jordan. Probably same as Beth- aram BETH'HOG'LA (place of magpies). Benjamin In Judah Town of BETH'HO'RON (place of hollows). The name of two towns, the Upper and the Nether, about three miles apart, in Ephraim BETH'JESH'I-MOTH (place of desolation). City of Reuben; afterwards possessed by the Moabites BETH'LE-HEM (house of bread). A village of Judah, about six miles south of Jeru- salem. Here Christ was born of the Virgin Mary. It was also the birthplace of David. Rachel was buried near it; and it was, the home of Boaz, Naomi, and Ruth. It was visited by the shepherds and by the wise men. See photograph, opp. pages 721 and 743 BETH'MIL'LO (wall house). (1) Fortress near Shechem. (2) Castle where Jehovah was slain BETH'NIM'RAH (house of sweet water). A town in the tribe of Gad BETH'PAZ'ZEZ (house of dispersion). A city of Issachar BETH'PE'OR (temple of Peor). A place on Pisgah, famous for the worship of Baal- poer O. T. Num. 32. 36. Josh. 13. 27, Josh. IS, 6; 18, 19. I.K.9,17. I Sam. 13, 18. I.Chr. 7. 24 Num. 33. 49 Ezek. 25, 9. Gen. 35, 19; 48,7. Judg. 12, 8. Ruth 1, 19. I.S.16 4. II.S.23,15. I.Ch.2,Sl,54 II. Ch. 11, 6. Ezra 2, 21. Judg. 9. 20. II. Kings 12 20. Num. 32.3. Josh. 13, 27. Josh. 19, 2L Deut. 3, 29. Josh. 13. 20. N. T. INDEX. BLA I O.T. N. T, BETH'PHA-GE (house of unripe figs). Vil- lage on the Mount of Olives, near Bethany. BETH'SA'I-DA (place of nets). (1) A town in Galilee on the western shore of Lake Ti- berias. It was the home of Peter, Andrew, and Philip, and was often visited by Jesus. (2) Town on the northeastern shore of the Lake Tiberias, near which Christ fed the five thousand BETH'SHAN (house of rest). City belonging to the half-tribe of Manasseh, west of the Jordan. Written also Bethshean BETH'SHE'MESH (house of the sun). (1) City of Judah. (2) Town of Naphtali. (3) City in Issachar. (4) Name given to On, a city In Egypt BETH'TAP'PU-AH (house of apples). City of Judah BETH'ZUR (house of rocks). Town in Judah, fortified by Rehoboam BET'O-NIM (pistachio nuts). City of Gad... BEU'LAH (married). Name given to the Jewish church, importing its marriage with God BE'ZAI (conqueror). One whose descendants returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel, and sealed the covenant with Nehemiah BE-ZAL'E-EL (God is protection). (1) Son of Uri, to whom God entrusted the construc- tion of the ark. (2) Son of Pahathmoab. . BE'ZEK (lightning). (1) A mountainous city Jud. 1. 4, 5. of Judah. (2) A district north of Tirzah.. I. Sam. 11.5 BE'ZER (ore). (1) One .of the sis cities of refuge in the tribe of Reuben. (2) Son of Zophah Josh. 17, 11. Judg. 1, 27. I.Sam, 31,10. Josh. 19, 22 21, 16. Judg 1.33. Jer. 43 13. Josh. 15, 53. Josh. 15, 58 Il.Chr. 11,7 Josh. 13. 26, Isa. 62, 4. Ezr. 2. 17. Neh. 7, 23; 10. 18. Ex. 31. 2; 35, 30; 36,1; 37,1 38,l.Ez.lO,30 Deut. 4, 43. Josh. 20,8. I. Chr. 7. 37 Matt. 2, 1, 6 16. Luke 2,4 15. John 7. 42. Matt. 21, 1. Luke 19, 29. Matt. 11, 21; 14,13. Mark 6,32,45; 8,22 Luke 9, 10; 10,13. John 1, 44; 12,^1. BI-BLK. (See last page of Index.) BICH'RI (youthfulj. A Benjamite, father of II. Sam. 20. Sheba 1, 6. 7. 10. BID'KAR (a stabber). Captain under Jehu. . BIER. A frame on which a dead body is carried to the grave by men BIG'THAN or BIG'THA-NA (fortune given). Enuch who conspired against King Ahasuerus BIG'VA-I (happy). (1) An Israelite whose descendants returned from Babylon. (2) Chief man in the expedition under Zerub- babel, and one who signed the covenant with Nehemiah BIL'DAD Cord Adad). One of Job's three friends who visited him in his afflictions. . BIL'GAH (firstborn). (1) A priest who re- turned from captivity; also called Belgai. (2) A priest in charge of the Temple ser- vice BIL'HAH (bashfulness). (1) The handmaid whom Rachel gave to her husband, Jacob; mother of Dan and Naphtali. (2) A Slmeon- ite town; also called Baalah BIL'HAM (tendar). (1) A Horite chief. (2) Son of Jediael BIL'SHAM (searcher). One who came from Babylon with Zerubbabel BIN'E-A (a wanderer). A son of Moza BIR'SHA (strong). A king of Gomorrah BIRTU'rIgHT. Special privileges enjoyed among the Hebrews by trie firstborn son . . BIR'ZA-VITH (olive wells). Son of Malchiel BISH'LAM (in peace). An on^cer of Artax- erxes who obstructed the rebuilding of the Temple BISH'OP (overseer). An old title of the Ro- mans adopted in the early church for its officers who were charged with its superin- tendence BLTHPAH (worshiper). Daughter of Pha- roah, and wife of Mered bT-THYN'I-A. A province in Asia Minor on the Black Sea BLACK. A sign of affliction and mourning. In Scripture "blackness" is used as sym- bolical of afflictions occasioned by drought and famine BLAINS (to boil up). Pimples, postules, or swellings. Violent ulcerous inflammations. The sixth plague of Egypt and called the "botch" of Egypt BLAS'PHE-MY. (1) A false or irreverent use of God's name, attributes, words and works. By the Mosaic law it was punished with death. (2) Abusive language against men, angels, or the Devil BLAS'TUS (sprout). Agrlppa I Chamberlain of Herod II. K. 9. 25. II. Sam. 3,31. Est. 2/21; 6.2. Ezra 2, 2, 14; 8.14. Neh. 7,7,19; 10.16, Job 2,11;8,1 18. 1; 25, 1. I Chr. 24, 14, Neh. 10, 8; 12, 5, 18. Gen. 30,3; 35,25:46,25, I.Chr. 4,29; 7, 13. Gen. 36, 27. I. Chr. 7, 10. Ezra 2, 2. Neh. 7, 7. I. Chr. 8, 37. Gen. 14, 2 Gen. 25. 31. I. Chr. 5, 1. I. Chr. 7, 31. Ezra 4, 7. Luke 7. 14. Heb. 12, 16. I. Chr. 4, 18, I. Kings 18, 45. Job 30, 30. Jer. 4, 28. Ex. 9, 9. 10. Deut. 28, 27, Lev. 24,11, 16. II. K. 19, 3. Isa. 37. 3. Ezek. 35, 14. Jude 6. Phil. 1,1. I. Tim. 3, 1. I. Pet. 2, 25. Acts 16, 7. I. Pet. 1. L Matt. S, 36. Rev. 6. 5, 12. Matt.12, 31. Mark 3, 28. Luke 5, 21. John 10, 36. Acts 13, 45. Acts 12, 20. 20 INDEX. BOZ BLESS'ING. Generally means an3' advan- tage conferred or wished for specially. (1) the patriarchal blessings which took the form of prophecies. (2) Favors conferred by God. (3) The invocation of God's favor upon a person. ( Of the same tribe. (3) An ally in war. (4> Any friend. (5) One in the same office. (6) One of similar character. (7) Disciples. (8) Of the same faith BUCK'LER. A small shield BUILD. To construct of frame a fabric of any kind; to put together; to establish; strengthen; rest on. It is figuratively used in reference to God's arranging things in their proper connection and order; his in- creasing the number, wealth, and power of families, cities, and nations; also in many other ways. , , ,,,..,,,,,,,.,,,,,. BUK'KI (waster). (1) Son of Abishua. (2) A chief of Dan appointed to divide Canaan among the tribes BUK-KI'AH (wasted by Jehovah). A Ko- hathite Levite, a musician of the Temple . . BUL. The eighth ecclesiastical month of the Jewish year. It answers to October BULL, BUL'LOCK. A symbol of fierce, nu- merous and powerful foes. Bashan was noted for its fine cattle. Bullocks were used as draught animals and were often sacrificed for burnt-offerings, and peace-of- ferings; and sometimes, sin offerings ...... O.T. Num. 21, r 9. Deut. £, 9. I. Sam. 17,6. II. Sam. 8. 8. I. K. 7, 14. Isa.;48, 4. Dan. 2.32. Num. 16,39. I.'K. 7, 23. II. K. 18, 4.- 25, 13. II. Chr.4,2;6,13. Jer. 1,18:15, 20; 52, 17,20. Num. 21, 6,9 II. K/18. 4, Gen. 14, 18. Ex. 16, 4. Lev. 8, 32. Num. 4, 7. Deut. 8,3. Josh. 9, 5. Ex. 25. 7; 23 4,22.23,28,29 30; 35, 9, 27; 39,8,21. Lev, 8.8. I.K.22, 34. Isa.59,17 Gen. 13, 8. Num. 27, 7. Deut. 2S, 5. Jud. 9, 1. II. K. 10, 13, Prov. 6, 19. Jer. 2. 32. Joel 2, 16. Gen. 19, 24. Deut.K9, 23. lob. 18, 15. Ps. 11, 6. Gen. 9, 5. Deut. 32,50. Jud. 21, 6. Prov. 17, 17. Ec. 4:8. Jer. 9,4. I. Chr. 5. 18. Gen. 11, 4. Ex. 20. 25. Num. 32, 24. Deut. 20. 20. Sam. 2.35. I. K. 9.24. I. Chr.17,10. Ezr. 4, 2. Num. 34, 22. I. Chr. 6, 5. Ezr. 7, 4. I. Chr. 25. 4,13. I. K.:6. 38. Ex. 29, 11. Deut. 33, 17. Jud. 6,25. I. K. 18.23. Ps. 22, 12. Is. 34,7. N.T. Matt. 10, 9. Mark 7,4. Cor. 13, 1 Rev. 1.15; 2 18; 9, 20; 18 12. John 3, 14, IS. John 3, 14, 15. Matt. 4, 3. Luke4,3;7, 33. John 6, 7. Acts 2,42 20,7. I. Cor. 10.16, Eph. 6, 14 I. Thess. 5,8 Rev. 9, 9, 17 Matt. 13, 55 Mark 10, 29 Luka 18,29 John 21. 23 Acts. 3, 17, Matt. 9, 15. Mark, 2, 19 Rev. 9.17,18 14,10; 1920 20, 10; 21, 8 Matt. 10, 21 Mark 12, 19 John 11,19 Acts 9. 17. I. Cor. 5, 11 II. Cor. 8,18. Matt. 16. 18: 23, 29; 26 61, Mark 14, 58, Luke 12. 18. Acts 15, 16; 20,32. Rom 15,20. 1.Cor. 3,12. Heb. 9, 13; 10,4. 21 2* INDEX, CAE O. T. N. T. INDEX. CAN O. T. BUI/RUSH. A kind of reed which formerly grew on the banks of the Nile; and is now found around the Upper Jordan. The stalks were used in the construction of arks. Boats made of bulrushes were very com- mon in Egypt. The inner bark of the bul- rush was made Into a kind of paper BUN'NI (built). (1) A Levite in the time of Nehemlah. (2) A Levite, overseer of the Temple BUR/DEN. Anything that is heavy, and therefore difficult to carry. It is often used to denote afflictions, sins, services under the law, and especially prophetic messages BTJR'I-AL. The Jews usually burled in tombs, but occasionally by interment. The body was sometimes anointed. It was wrapped in many folds of linen, with a pro- fusion of aromatic spices, myrrh, aloes, etc BURNT-OF'FER-TnGS. (See sacrifice) BUSH'EL. In the New Testament, a dry measure of about a peck Ex. 2, 3. Is. 18, 2; S8, 5. Neh. 9,4; 10, IS; 11, 15 II. K. 9, 25. Jer. 23, 33. Ezek. 12, 10. Hos. 8, 10. Gen. 23. 6. Ec. 8.10. Is. 14. 20. Jer. 22, 19. Ezek, 39,11. Gen. 22, 7. Matt. 11. 30 Acts 15, 28. Gal. 6, 5. Rev. 2, 24. Matt. 8, 21; 26. 12; 27, 7. Luke 9, 60. John 19, 40, Acts 8, 2. Matt. 5, 15. Mark 4, 21. BUT'LER or CUP-BEAR'ER. An officer who Gen. 40, 1, 9 attended Eastern monarchs, and was obliged 21;41,9. I.K. to taste their wines, before serving them, 10,5. Neh. 1 as a pledge that they were not poisoned . . IX BUT'TEB. As the word is used in the Bible, probably means sour or curdled milk, which, when mixed with water, is considered an agreeable and refreshing beverage. Their butter may sometimes have been clarified and preserved in jars. It resembled rich oil BUZ (contempt.) (1) A son of Nahor. (2) An Israelite of God. (3) The tribe of Buz, sup- posed to have been located in Arabia Petraea BU'ZI. Father of the prophet Ezekiel BUZ'ITE. Term Indicating the ancestry of Elihu c CAB. The smallest measure for dry things mentioned in the Old Testament. About three pints CAB'IN. Cells within a dungeon used for separate confinement of prisoners CA-BUL (sterile). (1) District given to Hi- ram by Solomon. (2) Town of Asher . . . CAE'SAR. In the New Testament, the Ro- man emperor. The Jews paid tribute to him and those who were Roman citizens had a right to appeal to him. Paul availed himself of this right CAES'A-RE'A. A city of Palestine on the Mediterranean, forty-seven miles northwest of Jerusalem. It was built by Herod the Great, and was the principal center of Ro- man influence among the Jews. There, Felix and Festus resided, Herod-Agrippa I. died, and Vespasian was proclaimed em- peror. Paul was kept in bonds at Caesarea two years. The evangelist Philip lived there CAES'A-RE'A PHI'L-IP-PI. A city in Pales tine thus called in honor of the god Pan. It was built and much enlarged by Philip the Tetrarch, and by him called Ceasarea Philippi, to distinguish it from Caesarea on the Mediterranean. It stood at the foot of Mount Hermon, about twenty miles north of the Sea of Galilee, and was the northern limit of our Lord's journeys Gen. 18, 8. Deut. 32, 14 Jud. 5, 25. II.Sam.17.2C Job. 20, 17. Ps. 55, 2L Gen.J22, 21. I. Chr. S. 14. Jer. 25, 23. Ezek. 1, 3. Job 32. 6. II. K. 6, 25. Jer. 37, 16. Josh. 19. 27 I. K. 9 13. Matt. 22, 17. Luke 2, 1; 3, 1;20. 22. Acts 25, 8,10 11.12. Acts 8, 40; 9, 30; 10, 24; 11 11; 12, 19; 18 22; 21, 16; 23 23; 25,1,4.13. Matt. 16, 13. Mark 8. 27. CA'IA-PHAS (depression). The high-priest of the Jews. At a council of the chief priests and Pharisees, he advised that Jesus should be put to death. Peter and John were also brought before Caiaphas , CAIN (possession). The first son of Adam; he slew his brother Abel CA-1'NAN (acquisition). (1) The son of Enos, grandson of Adam. (2) A son of Arphaxad. CA'LAH (firm). One of the most ancient cities of Assyria; was founded by Asshur CAL'COL (sustaining). A son of Frobably the same as Chalcol .... Judah. CA'LEB (capable). (1) A son of Hezron and the father of Hur. (2) The son of Jephun- neh, one of the twelve chiefs, sent by Moses to spy out the land of Canaan. He and Joshua were the only spies that brought back a favorable report; and they were the only adults born in Egypt who entered Canaan as conquerors. (3) The region be- tween Hebron and Carmel assigned to Caleb — -^ ■— CA'LEB-EPH'RA-TAH. A place near Beth- lehem-Judah, probably named after Caleb and his wife Ephratah CALF. A young animal much used among the Hebrews for sacrifice. The fatted or stall-fed calf was considered by them the choicest animal food. A molten or golden calf was prepared by Aaron from the ear- rings of the people, and was worshiped by the Jews at Mount Sinai as a symbol of Jehovah ..,,.,,,,,,..,..,..... CAL'NEH (fort of Ano). dom of Nimrod A city of the klng- CAL'VA-RY (skull). An elevation in the shape of a skull. Place of the crucifixion of Jesus. It is situated a little northwest of Damascus gate, and in a place that meets all the requirements of the text. This hill is nearly a bare rock, and has not changed its shape probably for many centuries, and gives the beholder an im- pression of a cranium even to the eye cavities. The group of the three crosses on the top of this hill are in plain view from the city wall on the north, and from the road also CAM'EL (carrier). An unclean animal among the Jews. It is exceedingly strong and swift and by nature is especially adapted for crossing the deserts. See photograph, opp. page 123 CAMP. A field, a plain, a division of a set- tlement. A word frequently used in ac- counts of the movements of the Israelites. There were many encampments or stations on the journey through the wilderness . . . CA'NA. A village of Galilee, a few miles north of Nazareth, noted as the scene of Christ's first miracle, and of a later one. It was the home of Nathanael. See photo- graph, opp. page 737 G«n. 4, 2. Jos. IS. 57. Gen.10.11.12 I. Chr. 2. 6. I. K. 4. 31. Num. 13,6, 30; 14,24,38; 34, 19. Deut. 1.36. Jos.14, 13. Judg. 1. 15. I.Sam. 25. 3; 30,14. I. Chr. 2, IS. 42, 50. I. Chr. 2, 24 Gen. 18, 7. Ex. 32, 20. Deut. 9, 16. Neh. 9. 18. Job 21, 10. Ps. 29, 6. Is. 11, 6. Ezek. 1, 7. Gen. 10.10. Amos 6-2. N.T. Matt. 26. 57 Luke 3, 2. John 11. 49; 18. 14.28 Acts 4. 6. I.John 3. 12 Heb. 11,4. Luke 3.36.37 Gen. 24,64. Lev. 11, 4. Deut. 14,7. I. Sam. 15,3. Ex.14.2. Lev. 24,10. Num. 4,5. Deut. 23,14. Jos. 6,18. Luke 15.23. 27. 30. Acts 7,41. Rev.4,7 Luke 23. 33. Matt. 19. 24 23, 24. Mark 10, 25. Luke 18, 25. Heb.13,11,13 Rev. 20,9. John 2J.11 4.46; 21,2 CA'NA-AN (low). (1) The name of the Gen.9.18.22.iMatt. 15,22. fourth son of Ham. (2) Ancient name of 25;10,15;28,1 that portion of Palestine lying west of the Ex.l5.15Jud. Jordan. It was promised to the descend- 3,1; 4,2:5,19. ants of Abraham; but when the twelve p' 9 .' 106,38. tribes of Israel came out of Egypt under is. 19,18. Moses they found Canaan occupied by the Zep. 2, 5. Canaanites; after a terrible war they suc- ceeded under Joshua in conquering it CAN'DA-CE. Queen of Ethiopia CAN'DLE. A word used figuratively in the Bible to denote light generally Job. 18.6. Ps. 18,28. Acts 8.27. Matt. 5.15. Mark 4.2X 22 INDEX. CAR CAN'DLE-STICK. The "golden candlestick," or rather lamp-stand of the Tabernacle was on the left hand of one entering the Holy Place and opposite the Table of Shew- bread. It was made of fine gold, and con- sisted of a stem with six branches, sup- posed to have been five feet high. The branches came out at three points, two at each point of the stem; and the width of the whole across the top was about three feet and a half. It was richly ornamented. At the extremity of each branch, and at the top of the stem, there was a socket for the lamp, making seven in all. The lamps were supplied with pure olive-oil and lighted every evening CAN'ON. The authoritative standard of re ligion and morals composed of the Scrip- tures of the Old and the New Testaments which have been given for the purpose by God to men O. T. Ex. 25.31, 32,33,34,35 26,35; 37,17. 18,19,20; 40,24. Lev. 24,4. Num. 3,31. I. Kings7,49 II. Kings 4,10. I. Chr 28.15, II.Chr.13.11. Jer. 52.19. Dan 5.5. Zee. 4,2,11. CAN'TI-CLES or SOLOMON'S SONG, (song of songs). Poem ascribed to Solomon, and generally believed to be so called to denote its superior beauty and excellence. Liter ally interpreted it is a picture of bridal love; allegorically, a representation of the relation between the Lord and Israel, or Christ and the Church , , , , . CA-PER'NA-UM (village of Nahum). Situ ated on the northwest shore of the Lake of Galilee; was the home of Jesus after he left Nazareth; and was the scene of many of his miracles and discourses. Site now located at Tell Hum, where there are ruins of a magnificent synagogue. See photo- graph, opp, page 671 , CaPH-TOR. The country of the Philistines. CAPH'TO-RIM. A tribe descended from the Egyptians and Inhabiting Caphtor; also called Caphthorim CAP'PA-DO'CI-A. A region In the eastern part of Asia Minor, adjoining Armenia . . . CAP'TAIN. (1) The Jewish army had cap- tains of different grades. The "captain of the host" was the commander of the whole army. (2) The commander of a thousand Roman soldiers. (3) A leader of Roman soldiers. (4) The captain of the Temple was the chief of the priests and Levites who guarded the Temple and its vicinity . CAP-TIV'I-TY (removal). The word as ap- plied to the Israelites meant expatriation, and belonged to two eras, commonly called the first and second Captivity; also used figuratively , CAR'S UN-CLE. A precious stone, and may mean a kind of ruby CAR'CAS (severe). A chamberlain of Ahas- uerus CAR'CASE. The Mosaic law was very strict in regard to the care of the dead. A dead body rendered ,the tent and all open cooking utensils unclean for seven days. Thorough purification was enjoined after touching a dead body CAR'CHE-MISH (citadel of Chemoth). A city near the Euphrates; also called Char- chemish CA-RE'AH (bald head). Father of Johanan. CA'REM. City of Judah, probably Beth- haccerena , Deut, 2,23. Gen, 10,14. Deut. 2,23. I. Chr. 1,12 Gen. 37,36. Num. 14,4. Jos. 5,14. Jud. 4,2. II. Sam. 5,2 I. K. 16, 16. II. K. 1, li. Is. 3,3. II. Kings 24.15. Ez.2.1 Neh. 8,17. Ps. 14.7. Is. 54.12. Ezek. 28,13. Esth. 1.10. Lev. 5,2. Deut. 28.26, Josh. 8.29. Judg. 14,8. I.K.13,22. Isa. 14,19. II.Chr.35,20. Jer. 46. 2, II. K.25.23. Neh. 3, 14. Jer. 6, 1. N. T. Matt. 5,15. Mark 4.21. Luke 8,16. 11,33. Heb. 9,2. Rev. 1,20; 2,5; 11,4. INDEX. CAV Matt. 4.13; 8.5; 11,23; 17,24. Mark 1,21; 2,1.. Luke 4 23; 10,15. John 2, 12; 4,46; 6,17, 24,59. Acts 2,9. I. Pet. 1.1. Mark 6,21. Luke. 22.4. Acts, 5,26. Heb. 2,10. Rev. 19, 18 Rom. 7.23. II. Cor. 10,5 Rev. 13,10. Matt, 24.28. Heb. 3,17. CAR'MEL (fruitful place). The name of that mountain-ridge, twelve miles lor._ which, from the western highlands of Pal- estine, juts out into the Mediterranean Sea. It was the scene of the most remarkable events in the history of Elijah and Elisha; and is kept sacred not only by the Jews and Christians, but also by the Mohamme- dans. The Carmelite monks had their first monastery there and took their name from it. See photograph, opp. page 278 O. T. Josh. 15,55. I.Sam.15,12; 25,2. I.K.18 19.1I.K.2.25; 4,25; 19,23. II.Chr.26,10. Cant. 7.5. Is. 35,2. Jer. 46,18. Amos 1'2. MIc. 7,14. N. T, CAR'MI (fruitful). (1) A man of Judah. (2) Fourth son of Reuben, and founder of the Carmites CAR'NAL (fleshy). The opposite of spiritual CAR'PEN-TER. The original word signifies artisan or mechanic. When used alone it generally denotes one who works in wood. The trade of a carpenter or worker in wood was followed by Joseph, the reputed father of Jesus; and by Jesus himself ... CAR'PUS (fruit). Disciple of Paul at Troas. CAR-SHE'NA (slender). One of the seven princes of Persia and Media in the time of Ahasuerus ; CA-SIPH'I-A (shining). The place where some of the principal Jews resided when Ezra went up to Jerusalem; probably near Ahava CAS'LEU or CHIS'LEU. Ninth month of the Jewish sacred year and third month of the civil year CAS'LU-HIM. A Mlzraim people descended from CAS'SI-A. The dried bark of an odoriferous tree of some species of cinnamon; an in gredient of the holy anointing oil CAST'A-WAY (worthless). Infants In heathen countries are frequently exposed in the fields and allowed to perish CAS'TLE. The tower of Antonia which was a fortress at the northwest corner of the Temple in Jerusalem; generally fortress CAT'ER-PIL-LAR. An Insect of the locust kind in an immature statJ, exceedingly de structive to vegetation, and often employed to execute God's judgments, (See Locust) CATH'O-LIC (universal). A name originally given to the Christian Church in general; but now claimed by the Roman Calholic Church. The "Catholic Epistles," namely, James, Peter I. and II., John I., and Jude, are so called because they addressed the Church in general ■ CAT'TLE. In the common Scriptural use of the word, includes all tame quadrupeds em- ployed by man; such as oxen, horses, sheep, camels, goats, etc. In ancient times wealth consisted mainly of cattle CAUL. Probably means great lobe of the liver; membrane around the heart; or a network for the hair CAUSE'WAY. Is supposed to mean the as- cent from Zion to the west side of the Temple area , , CAVE. A hollow place or cavern under the earth, used for dwellings, for concealment, and as burial-places Gen. 46,9. Josh, 7,1. I. Chr. 4.1. II.Sam.5,11 II. K. 12, 11 II.Chr.24.12 Is. 41,7. Jer. 24, 1. Zee. 1, 20. Esth. 1.14. Ezra 8.17. Neh. 1,L Zech. 7,1. Gen. 10,14. I. Chr. 1,12, Ex. 30,24. Ps. 45,8. Ezek. 27,19, I. Chr.113.7. Prov. 18.19, I. Kings 8,37 Ps. 78.46. Is. 33,4. Jer. 51,14. Gen. 1, 25. Job 36, 33. Ps. 50, 10. Is. 7, 25. Ezek. 34 17, Ex. 29,13. Lev.3,4. Is. 3,18. Chr. 26. 16, 18. Gen. 19,30. Jos. 10,16. Jud. 6,2. Rom. 7,14. Matt. 13,55. Mark, 6,3. II. Tim. 4.13, I. Cor. 9,27 Acts 21,34. 37; 22^4; 23,10, 16,32 Luke 17.7. John 4, 12. CE! I ft: I" i( i e: CE i John 11,38. Heb, 11.38. 23 INDEX. CHA CE'DAR. Is used In reference to the whole pine tree family; and especially to the ce- dar of Lebanon, which Is a grand evergreen tree, greatly celebrated in the Scriptures. Everything about this tree has a strong odor of balsam, and is very pleasant. The wood is exceedingly durable, and was used in the noblest and most costly edifices, in- cluding Solomon's Temple .,.,,.... t • t •> t • • CE'DRON. See KIdron CBN'CHRe'-A. One of the ports of Corinth, whence Taul sailed for Ephesus CBN'sEr. The vessel in which incense was presented in the Temple; used in daily of- ferings; and yearly on the Day of Atone- ment. The daily censers were of brass, and the yearly one, of gold ..,,,,., CEN-TU'rF-ON. An officer among the Ro- mans commanding a hundred soldiers CE'PHAS (rock). A Syriac surname, which Jesus gave to Simon CBS-A-RB'A. See Cacm&rctL CHAFF. It waa separated from the grain in ancient times, by throwing both together against the wind with the winnowing shovel. The wind blew away the chaff, and the grain fell to the ground CHAINS. They were used by the ancients, and were made of precious metals for orna- ments, and of iron for other purposes. They were worn around the ankles and caused the wearer to observe a certain measured pace. Chains were a part of the furnishing of the Temple, and of the priestly dress. Chains were also fetters.. CHAL-CED'O-NY. A precious stone found In the copper mines or Chalcedon, near Con- stantinople, and elsewhere; and Is a species of quartz of various colors, resembling agate. It is used for cups and vasea O. T, II. Sam. 7,2. I.KIngs4,33. II. Kings 14,9. Job 40,17. Ps. 92,12. Cant. 1,17. Is.41.19 Jer. 22,14, Zee. Ji 2. N,T. Lev. 10, 1. Num. 16.6. I K. 7,50. II Chr.26/19 Ezek, 8, 11. Job21.18. Ps.1,4. Jer. 23,28. Dan. 2,3S. Hos. 13,3. I.K.6,21. Ps. 149, 8. Prov.1,9. Cant. 1,10. Is. 3, 19. Ezek. 19, 4. Lam, 3, 7. CHAL-COL. See Calcol. CHAL-DE'A. A country in Asia, the capital of which, in its widest extent, was Baby- lon. The empire was originally very small, but being afterwards enlarged, the name is generally taken in a more extensive sense and includes Babylonia. Chaldeans or Chaldees became the generally accepted names of the subjects of that empire CHALK'STONE. A soft mineral substance resembling limestone. To make the Jew- ish altars like chalkstones was to crumble and destroy them CHAM'BER. The private apartments of a house are usually called chambers; the word also denotes constellations or regions in the heavens CHAM'BER-LAIN (eunuch officer). (1) A keeper of the king's bed-chamber. (2) City treasurer, to whom the public money was entrusted , , CHA-ME'LE-ON. A lizard-like reptile, cele- brated for its faculty of changing its color. It is mentioned among the unclean creeping things CHAM'OIS. A wild goat found in Arabia . CHAM-PAIGN". A level country or plain . CHAM'PLON. A "mighty man;" a chal- lenger, as a representative of the people I. K.4.31. II. K. 24, 2. II.Chr.36. 17. Job 1,17. Isa. 13, 19. Jer. 50,10; 51, 24,35. Ezek. 16, 29; 23, 16. Isa. 27. 9. Judg. 15, 1. II. K. 4, 11. Neh. 13, 5. Ps. 19, 5. II. K. 23, 11. Est. 1, 10; 2 21. Lev. 11, 30. Deut. 14, S. Deut. 11. 30. I. Sam. 17.4 51. INDEX. CHE John 13.1. Acts 18,18. Rom. 16,1, Heb. 9. 4. Rev. 8, 3. Mat. 8,5. LukE 7. 2. John. 1, 42. I Cor. 1,12. Mat.[16. 13. Mat. 3, 12. Luke 3, 17, Mark 5, 3. Acts 12,7:28, 20. Eph.6.20 II. Tim. 1,16 II. Pet. 2. 4. Jude6. Rev. 20,1. Rev. 21, 19. Acts 12, 20., Rom. 16, 23. CHaN'CBL-LOR. Means counsellor _... CHAP'T-TER. The capital of a pillar .. CHAR'A-SHIM (craftsmen). A Talley near Jerusalem CHAR'GER (hollowness). A shallow vessel for receiving water or blood; and for pre- senting offerings of flour with oil; a platter CHAR'I-OTS. They were of two kinds, both of which were two-wheeled and drawn by horses. One kind was used for princes and generals to ride in; another kind used in war, was armed with iron scythes or hooks extending from the ends of the axletrees An archer or spear-man usually stood by the side of the charioteer as he drove furl ously into the battle CHAR'I-TY. Love is the chief of all virtues that bless the world and make it happier. True charity gives to the poor; it is slow to condemn another, and puts a favorable con- struction on human faults and errors; but the root of these actions is love in the heart. Kindness draws out the better part of every nature. It overcomes evil and strengthens good, and gives to some hope- less unfortunate his coveted chance. There is that in the human heart which responds to the voice of gentle, pitying love, when everything else fails. The spirit of JesuB Christ should be the model of our benevo lence CHARM'ERS. People who claim to be able to tame and control the most venomous serpents O. T. Ezr. 4. 8. Ex. 36, 38. I. Chr. 4. 14, Neh. 11. 35. Num.7,13,19 25, 31. 79. Ezra. 1,9. Ex. 14, 25. I. K. 18,44. II. K. 2,11. II. Chr. 35,24 Ps. 46, 9. Cant. 3,9. Isa. 21. 7. Mic. 1. 13 Zee. 6. 2. N, T, Rom.'14. 15 I. Cor. 8, 1; 13. 1; 14, 1; 16,14. Col. 3,14. I.Thes 3.6. II.Thes 1,3. I. Tim. 1, 5; 2, 15; 4, 12. II. Tim. 2,22; 3, 10. I. Pet. 4, 8; 5,14. II. Pet 1.7. Ill.John 6. Judel2, Rev. 2, 19. CHE'BAR (joining). A district and river in Chaldea where Ezekiel the prophet saw the vision of the glory of the Lord CHED'OR-LA'O-MER. King of Elam in the time of Abraham CHE-LAL (perfection). Son of Pahath-moab CHE'LUB (a cage). (1) A descendant of Ju- dah. (2) Father of Ezri CHE-LU'BAL One of the sons of Hezron; also called Caleb CHF'MOSH (fire). The national idol of the Moabites who are for this reason callei' "the people of Chemosh." Solomon erected a high place for him near Jerusalem whicl was afterwards defiled by Joslah CHE-NA'A-NAH (flat). (1) Son of Bilhan. (2) Father of Zedekiah the false prophet; perhaps the same as No. 1 CHEN'A-NI (Jehovah made). A Levite who officiated at the purification of the people under Ezra CHEN'A-NI'AH. (1) A Levite leader of the singers when David brought up the Ark from the house of Obed-edom. (2) A de- scendant of Kohath CHE-PHI'RAH. A city of the Gibeonites given to Benjamin CHER'E-TH-ITES. (1) Name borne by the royal life-guards in the time of David. (2) A tribe apparently of the Philistines CHE'RITH (gorge). A river in Palestine, on the banks of which the prophet Elijah found refuge Deut. 18, 11. Ps. 58, 5. Ezek. 1, 1, 3; 3,15,23:10, IS. 20. Gen. 14. 1,4. 5, 17. Ezra 10, 30. I. Chr. 4, 11; 27.26. I. Chr. 2, 9, 18. 42. Num. 21, 29. Judg. 11. 24. I. K. 11,7,33. Jer. 48, 7, J3.46. I. K. 22, 11. I. Chr. 7, 10. II.Chr.18,10. Neh. 9, 4. I. Chr. 15,22 27; 26, 29. Josh. 9, 17. Ezra 2, 25. I.Sam.30,14, Il.Sam. 8,18, I. Chr. 18,17, I. K. 17. 3. 5 Matt. 14, 8, 11, Mark 6. 25. 21. Acts 8, 29,38 24 INDEX. CHR CHER'UB, plural CHER'U-BIM. Beings ci an unknown nature, but not angels. Cher- ubim are the witnesses of God's presence and representations of them were used in the Tabernacle and Temple. Two golden cherubim stood in the Holy of Holies upon llt?lP^f H C ^ Se r a y? *£ e ^bernacle. Very had win S exce Pt that they C ?a 3 m SED ' S ° n ° f Nahor - brother of Abra CHB'SIL (carnal). A city of Judah C ?har SffL ! L ° TH < fatness >- Town of Issa- CHKST Ark of the Covenant ; JoseDh's oof Cn; and the contribution box 'in t?ie Temple CHj'DON (destructive). Place where TJzzah ESS. s^-dead; also called '"threshTng- floor of Nachon. o.;t. Gen. 3. 24. Ex. 25, 19. II. Sam. 22, 11. I.K.6. 25. Ps.l8,lC Ezek. 9, 3; 10.14;28,16; 41, 18. Gen. 22.22. Josh. 15.30. Josh. 19. 18 II. Chr.24,8. Ezek. 27, 24. II. Sam. 6, 6 I. Chr.13, 9. N.T. CHIL'DREN. A iarge family of children w« consideied a great 6 blessing in Bible times They were subject to the father in a!i things, and were liable to be sold into t™ porary bondage for his debts The firs?" born son received a double portion of the ^cent'in^ff.i 116 daugl £ e? ' ™ Portion? railed "r h nrtr£ W A ases -, , The Jew s were Hved east M Israel .W t . he tribes who P^?.., eas * of Canaan, "Children of the East; and, the "Children of Eden" was thl name of a tribe in Mesopotamia. Thl word la often used figuratively rd ^anWofhW-...^. ' Naom1 ' and ^s. possibly a son of Barzillai . . . ZUlal ' CHIN'tvE-RETH or CH^NE-ROTH fenced city of Naphtali on a lake or sea o^ the same name; also called Cinnlroth a . CHT'OS. Island In the Grecian Archipelago. CHIS'LON (strong). The father of Elidad .. C ^]f S '& OTI fc TiBOB (Joins of Tabor) Citv °cU^ot% ae . 0t . M ° Unt Tabor^ProbSly Gen.3,16Ex. 20,5 Num.13 28. U.K. 2,24 I.Chr.2,30. Job 19, 17. Ps.17,14. Prov. 4, 1. Isa. 1, 2. Jer. 3, 14. Ezek. 2, 4. Dan, 1, 4. Matt. 2, 16. Mark 7, 27. Luke 6, 35. John 8, 39. Acts 3, 25. Rom. 8, 17. I. Cor. 14,20. II. Cor. 12,14 Col. 3,6.20. I.Tim. 5". 4, Heb. 2. 14. Rev. 2, 23. Ruth 1. 2, 5: 4.9. CHIT'TIJI feVs 1 £om. A town c isisr-««%^/8»te»^^ II. Sam. 19. 37, 38, 40. Jer. 41, 17. Num. 34, 11 Josh. 19, 35. I. K. 15, 20. Tlum. 34,21 Josh. 19. 12 18. 22. Isa. 23,1. Jer. 2, 10. Ezek. 27,6. Dan. 11.30. Acts 20. 15. I. Sam. 30.30 C ™i S Je S us) U ^. t :!?..°. I .. J . e . s . u . s as the Messiah. The title of Jesus as the CHRIS-TIANS. The name given to the fol ll™? of the ni « hest and g blst known d[ vine laws, as taught by Jesus Christ C fD€ S embef S 25/ fl n n„ a ^ Ual ch S rch '«»tlval tyetemner Jo), an d in some States of the Union a legal holiday which is held In mem ory of the birth of Christ . ... ... I. Cor. 1,11. Matt. 11, 21 Luke 10, 13. Matt. 2, 4. John 4, 25. Acts 11, 26; 26,28. I.Pet. 4, IS. INDEX. CLA CHRON'I-CLES. The thirteenth and four- teenth books of the Old Testament, which relate the history of the Jewish people from their origin to their return from cap- tivity. They are generally ascribed to Ezra. CHRO-NOL'O-GY. The method of ascertain- ing the years when past events took place, and arranging them in order according to dates. See tables following Index O.T. I. K. 14,19. I. Chr. 27.24 Est. 6, L CHRYS'O-LITE (golden stone). It is the yel- low topaz or the beryl of the Old Testa- ment CHRY-SOP'RA-SUS. A precious stone of a greenish color w CHUN (founding). A city of Syria conquered by David. Same as Berothai CHURCH (called). (1) The Lord's faithful people. A church is any number of souls, called or united in one vow, in one place, for divine worship; where the pure word is preached and the sacraments duly adminis- tered, and there is godly living after his law, as given by the head of the church, the Lord Jesus Christ. (2) The Lord's house, where his people gather Ex. 28. 20; 39, 13. N.T. H.Sam. 8,8 I. Chr. 18.! CHURCH OP THE NA-TIV'l'-TY. See photo- graphs, opp. pages 756,761, and 762 CHU'SHAN-RISH'A-TIIA'IM. King of Me- sopotamia who oppressed the Israelites for eight years CHU'ZA. A steward of Herod Antlpas CI-LI'CI'A. A province of Asia Minor, bound- ed south by the Mediterranean Sea, north by Cappadocia, west by Pamphylia, and east by Syria. Tarsus, its capital, was the home o<" Paul, and many Jews lived in the land cTn'NA-MON. The Inner bark of a tree, used by the Jews in the perfumed oil, with which the Tabernacle and Its vessels were anointed Judg. 3.8.10. R«v. 21. 20. R«v. 21. 20. Matt. 16, 18. Acts 2, 47. Rom. 16,5. I. Cor. 4, 17 Eph. 1,22. Phil. 3,6. Col. 1, 18. . Tim. 5, 16 Heb. 12, 23. CIN'NE-ROTH. See Chinnereth CIR'CUM-CIS'ION. A rite or ceremony of the Jewish religion, received by Abraham from Jehovah; established as a national or- dinance by Moses; and carried into effect by Joshua, before the Israelites entered Canaan. It is a symbol of purity CIS'TERNS. Some were merely holes dug in the ground to receive the water from a spring. When empty, there was mire at the bottom, and they were used for the most cruel punishments. Others were hewn out of rock, and were the chief dependence of the people for water CIT'Y. A large town or collection of houses'; a community. The Cities of Refuge were six of the Leviticai cities, divinely ap- pointed by the Jewish law as asylums to which any one undesignedly accessory to the death of a human being was commanded to flee for safety. His offense was invest! gated and if he was not in the provisions of the law, he was delivered to the avenger and slain Ex. 30, 23. Prov. 7, 17. Cant. 4, 14. I. K. 15.20- Luke 8, 3. Acts. 6, 9 15.23,41; 21. 39; 22, 3; 23. 34; 27, 5. Gal. 1, 21. Rev. 18. 13. CLAU'DA. (1) A small Island off the coast of Crete. (2) A Christian woman of Rome. CLAU'DI-US. The fourth Roman emperor, who expelled the Jews and Christians from Rome U.K. 18, 31- II.Chr.26.10 Neh. 9, 25. Prov. 5, 15. Ec. 12, 6. Is. 36, 16. Jer. 2. 13. Gen. 4.17. Num. 21, 2 Deut. 2, 36. Jos. 3, 16. Ezr.4,12. Est 8,15. Ps. 48, 2. Prov.8,3. Isa.l,26.Jer, 3, 14. Ezek. 4,1. John 7, 22. Rom. 2, 25. I. Cor. 7, 19. Eoh.2, 11. Phil. 3,3. Coi. 2. n. [] Matt. 5. 14 8, 34; 10, 11 Mark 1,33. Luke 2. 3. John 4. 39. Acts, 8, 8. Tit. 1, 5. Heb. 11, 10; 12,22. Jam. 4. 13. Rev. 20, 9; 21. 14. Acts 27, 16. II. Tim. 4.21. Acts 11, 28; 13,2. CLAU'DI-US FE'LIX. See Felix 25 INDEX, COL CLAU'DI-US LYS'I-AS. A Eoman officer, chief captain of the army In Jerusalem... CLAY. A beautiful Symbol of the divine power over the destinies of man was de- rived from the potter's use of clay, as he produced such elegant and useful forms from such a crude material. "It id turned as clay to the seal," refers to the use of clay in stopping up doors in tombs or gran- aries, and the use of a seal engraved with a private design on the soft surface, leav- ing its impression as a protection against intrusion. A piece of clay was often put on the locks of store houses' and sealed . . . CLEAN and UN-CLEAN'. Terms of frequent occurrence in the Bible, concerning the rites and usages of the Abrahamic covenant, having both a natural and a symbolical meaning, and used in a ceremonial sense in the Bible CLEAVE. Adhering, remaining faithful CLEM'ENT. Fellow-laborer with Paul at rhilippi Job 4.19; 10, 9; 13,12; 27. 16; 33,6; 38, 14. Ps. 40,2. Is. 29,16; 41, 25;4S,9. Jer. 18,4-43,9. Dan. 2,33,35, 41. Nah.3,14 Hab. 2. 6. Lev. 23,22. Jos. 3, 17. Ps. 77, 8. Is. 24, 19. Joel 1, 7. Gen. 2, 24. Deut. 4. 4. !fl CLE'O-PAS. One of the disciples to whom Jerfus appeared in the way to Emmaus.... CLOTH'ING. See Garments. CLOUD, PILLAR OF. Signified the divine presence and care which guided the Israel- ites in the desert CLOUTS. Pieces of old garments COAL. When mentioned in the Bible usual- ly means charcoal, or the embers of a fire, often in a pan. The expression "heap coals of fire on his head," means, melt him into kindness COAT. See garment COCK'A-TRICE. An old English word mean- ing a kind of crested venomous serpent . . COCK'CROWING. The third watch of the night, between midnight and daybreak . COCK-LE (stinking). An offensive wild plant found among grain, and in the borders of fields O. T. Job 22, 6. Ex. 13. 21. Num. 12, S. Deut.31.15. Jer. 38. 11. Lev. 16, 12, II. Sam. 14,7 Isa. 6,6. Lam. 4, 8. Ezek. 1, 13, Ex. 28, 4. Isa. 11, 8. Jer. 8, 17. Job 31, 40. N. T. Acts 23, 26. John 9. 6. Romj9,2L Matt. 8, 2. Mark 1, 40, Luke 5, 13. Acts 18, 6. II. Pet. 2, 18 Acts 11, 23. Phil. 4, 3. Luke 24, 13. Acts 10, 30- John 18. 18; 21.9. Matt. 5, 40 Matt. 26. 34. Mark 13. 35. COF'FER. A movable box on the side of a cart COF'FIN. A mummy chest cut out of stone, or sycamore wood; used in burying some noted persons COL-HO'ZEH. Descendant of Judah j COL-LOPS. Slices or flakes of meat or fat.. COL'O-NT. A foreign town whose inhabit ants were granted the same rights and privileges th-at the citizens of Rome en joyed , I. Sam. 6.8, II. 15. Gen. 50,26, Neh. 11,5. Job 15, 27. COL'OR. The Jews understood the art of coloring, though they did not originate it, but learned it from the Phoenicians and Egyptians. The Bible mentions four arti- ficial colors: (1) Purple. (2) Blue. (3) Scarlet and crimson, which seem to indicate the same color. (4J Vermilion. The above colbrs, in connection with white, were used in the Tabernacle curtains and the prfests' vest- ments. The difference between the natural colors, green and yellow, was rot sharply defined. White often indicated purity; black, mourning; blue, humility; green, pros- perity; and purple, royalty. Red had sev- eral figurative meanings ' , Gen. 37, 3. Lev. 13, 55. Num. 11. 7. Judsj.5,30. II. Sam. 13. 18. I.Chr. 29,2. Esth. 1.6. Prov. 23, 31. Isa. 54, 11. Ezek. 1,4, 7, 16, 22; 10,9; 16, 16; 17, 3. Acts 16, 12. Rev.17,4. INDEX. CON .-. T. CO-LOS'SAE. A city of Phrygia, to which Paul addressed an epistle from Rome COL'OS-SE'UM. The magnificent ruin of this, the largest amphitheater in the world, is still at Rome. In it games of all sorts and gladiatorial combats were held, and many Christians, during the ages of perse- cution, lost their lives there for their faith. See photograph, opp. page 424 CO-LOSS'I-ANS, EPIS'TLE TO THE. This writing, generally ascribed to Paul, begins with a rejoicing at the Christian attain- ments of the Colossians and a prayer for confirmation of the faith. There is a de- scription of the lofty character of Christ, together with many lessons in the practical morals, especially in the domestic relations. After some personal items, the writer closes with a benediction , COM'FORT-ER. Spirit A name given to the Holy COM-MAND'MENTS, The laws of the two "tables of testimony" given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai. These tables were made of stone and the ten commandments inscribed thereon are said to have been written by the finger of God, an expression which always implies an immediate act of the Deity. The commandments are not nu- merically divided in the Scriptures, so that we can not possibly tell which is the first division and which the second; but the gen- eral belief among Christians is that the first table contained our duty to God, and the second, our duty to our neighbor, , COM-MEND'. To commit or deliver to one's charge; to intrust COM'MERCE. The idea conveyed by "com- merce" is represented in the Scriptures by the word "trade." It started almost with the beginning of the world when flocks, cattle, and the fruits of the earth were the only objects of barter. At a very early time the precious metals were used as a media of exchange; though not as money in our sense of the term, which implies a definite weight bearing a stamp. The Lydians have been credited with the in- vention of money. Sidon and Tyre were noted for their wonderful mercantile ex ertions. After Solomon's reign, the com merce of the Israelites declined COM-MUNE': To hold a conference COM-JkUN'ION OF SAINTS. Part of Article III. of the Apostles' Creed. "I believe in the Holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints." COM-MU'NI-TY OF GOODS. A state of things which obtained in the early churches . . . Ex. 34, 32. Num. 1.5.31. Deut. 30, 11. I. K.2,43. I.Chr. 12,32, II.Chr.19,10, Ezr. 8, 17. Neh. 11, 23. Est. 1,12. Job 23. 12. Ps. 119, 96. Prov. 6, 23. Ec. 8, 5. Jer. 35, 14. Dan. 3,22. Gen.37,25,27 28. Lev. 19, 36.37. II. Sam. 5, 11. " K. 9,26,27, 28; 10,28. Neh. 3,31,32. Ps.107,23. 30 Prov. 31, 14. Isa. 45, 14; 60,6. Jer. 6, 20; 10,9. Ez. 27. 12.16,18, 21.22. Ex. 25, 22. C.I. 1. 2 John 14, 16; 15,26. Matt. 15,3. Mark 7, 8. Luke 15, 29. John 10. 18. Acts 15, 24. Rom. 7,8. I. Cor. 7,6. II. Cor.8,8. Eph.6,2. I. Tim. 1,1. Tit. 1, 3. Heb. 7,16. II. Pet. 2, 21. I. John 2, 7, II. John 4. Luke 23, 46. Acts 20, 32. Matt. 11, 16. Rev. 18,3,11 12.13,13.19. COM-PAS'SION. The act of sympathizing I. K. 8. 50. with the sufferings, troubles, or misfortunes Il.Chr. 30,9. of another Ps. 78, 38. CON'A-NI'AH (Jehovah is founding). (1) A Levite ruler in the time of Hezekiah. (2> One who made offerings for paschal sacri- fices II. Chr. 31, 12, 13; 35, 9. CON-CIS'ION. A term applied to Judaizers who insisted on circumcision for Gentile converts CON-CORD'ANCE. Name assigned to a book which gives the words contained in the Holy Scriptures in alphabetical order, with a reference to the place where each may be found CON'CU-BINE. In the Bible means a lawful j U(1 g.. 19, 2. wife of an inferior rank u # g'am. 3, 7 Acts 2, 44.45; 4, 32, 34. Matt. 9. 36. Mark 1, 41. I. Pet. 3, 8. Phil. 3, 2, CON-DEMN'. To declare or pronounce to be Deut. 25. 1. unfit for use; to cause to be forfeited. To Job. 9, 20. sentence to the penalty designed as the ap-|Ps. 37, 33. propriate punishment of the unbeliever, and j Prov. 12. 2. the impenitent sinner Isa,50, 9. Matt. 12, 41. Luke 6. 37. John 3, 17. II. Cor. 7,3. I. John 3.20. I 26 INDEX. COO CON'DUIT. An acqueduct made by Hezeklah to convey the water from the Upper pool of Gihon into the western part of Jerusalem.. CuN-FEC-TION. Perfume made by Moses CON-FEC-TION-A-RY. Woman perfumer . . CON-FESS'. To make known or disclose, acknowledge or avow; to admit, to yield, to grant. The acknowledgement of sins or faults CON-'o-NT'AH. See Conaniah No. 1. CON-GRE-GA'TION. (1) Persons or things collected together; a mass. (2) A Christian assembly gathered together in a church, chapel, tent, the open air, or any other place, to worship God CON-GRE-GA'TION, MOUNT OF THE. Sup posed to be Mount MoriaU CON'SCIENCE. The moral law within us which enables us to judge of the moral character of our actions, and condemns or justifies us accordingly CON'SE-CRA'TION. The act of setting apart a person or thing to the service of God. By various transactions the Hebrew nation was consecrated to God CON-SID'ER. To think or ponder upon; to reflect or fix one's thoughts on; to estimate at its proper value; to look on with pity or sympathy CON-SUME'. To destroy; to bring to utter ruin ; to wear away CON-TEMPT'. An insult . The act of despising others. CON-TENT'MENT. Is not a dead indiffer- ence, a stupid slumber, but it is an active thing. It is a willing, cheerful, grateful satisfaction with present circumstances, with life as it is, with the existing state of things; believing that the existing condition of things is the best, all things considered, and therefore does not call for murmuring or feverish complaints. It is a feeling which simply takes what kind Providence gives, be it much or little, and is satisfied CON-TIN'UE. To remain la the same state, position or place; to endure; to last; to re- main in connection with; not to leave or for- sake CON'TRTtE. One who is thoroughly peni- tent, feeling a deep sorrow for his sins, and an earnest desire to please God CON-VER'SION. The turning or total change of a sinner from his sins to God CON'VERT. One who Is converted from one religion to another, especially from any false religion to Christianity CON-VO-CA'TION. Term applied to a meet- ing of a religious character, in contradis- tinction to congregation, in which political and legal matters were sometimes settled . . CO'NEY. An animal similar to our rabbit. Tt was an unclean animal, according to Jew- ish law CO'OS. Small Island of the Grecian Archi- pelago O. T, II. K. 18. 17; 20,20. Isa. 7. 3; 36, 2. Ex. 30, 35. I. Sam. 8, 13 Lev. S, 5. Num. 5, 7. I. K. 8, 33. Job 40, 14. I. Chr.31,12 Num. 1. 16. Neh. 13, 1. Jobl5,34.Ps, 1, 5. Prov. 5.14. Isa. 14. 13. Ex. 29, 22. Lev. 7,37; 8, 28, 31, 33. Num. 6, 9. Deut. 4, 39. Ps. S, 1. Prov. 6, 6. Ezek. 12, 3. Job 15, 34. Ps..37.20. Est. 1,18. Job 12, 21. Gen. 37. 27. Ex. 2, 21. Lev. 10, 20. Josh. 7, 7. Judg.17,11 19, 6. II. K. 5, 23; 6, 3. Job 6, 28. Ps. 16,6; 37,7 Prov. 6, 35; 14,14; 15,13 17, 1. Eccl. 2,24. Ex. 21, 21. I. Sam. 12 ,14 II. Sam. 7,29 Jer. 32, 14 Ps. 34. 18; 51. 17. Is. 57,'15. Ps. 51, 13. Is.6.10; 60,5 Ex. 12,16, Lev, 23, 2. Num. 28, 18. Neh, 8, 18. Lev. 11, 5. Ps. 104, 18, Prov, 3026. N. T. Matt. 10, 32 John 9, 22. Acts 23, 8. Rom. 10, 9. Acts 13, 43. John 8, 9. Acts 23, 1. Rom. 2, 15. I. Pet. 2. 19, Matt. 6, 28. Luke 12, 24. John 11, 50. Acts 15, 6. II.Thes.!2,8. Jam. 4, 3. Mark IS. 15. Luke 3, 14. I.Cor.7,17, 20, 21, 24. Gal. 5, 26. Phil. 4, 11. I.Tim.6.6,7, 8. Heb.13,5. III. John 10. Matt. 15, 32 John 8, 31. Acts 13, 43. Rom. 6, 1. Acts 15, 3. Mat.J13: 15. Mark. 4, 12 Acts 3, 19. Acts 21. L INDEX. cou COP'PER. This metal abounded in Palestine and was used for fashioning all sorts of ves- sels and weapons. The art of working cop- per or brass was a very ancient one C^R. Measure for both liquids and solids, containing ten ephahs or baths COR'AL. A beautiful, marine, calcareous sub stance used for making ornaments. Red coral was most used CORTBAN (a sacred gift). A present devoted to God or to Ri3 Temple CO-RI-AN'DER. This plant, a native of Pal estine, has a round aromatic seed, likened to manna COR'INTH. A famous city of Greece placed on the isthmus which joins Peloponnesus to Greece. After it was rebuilt by Julius Caesar, Paul visited the city three times, and there wrote the Epistle to the Romans. CO-RINTH'I-ANS. Corinth Natives of, or dwellers in CO-RINTH'I-ANS, EPISTLES TO THE. The First Epistle was written by Paul from Ephesus at the time of the divisions in the church at Corinth. Its purpose was to bring order out of the confusion, and to attack the lax morals of the members. The Second Epistle was written later from Macedonia by Paul, and was probably due to the fact that he had received favorable reports con- cerning the effects of the First Epistle. In this he vindicates his own dignity and authority as an apostle COR'MO-RANT. An unclean bird. Its pres- ence is used in the Bible as an emblem of ruin and desolation CORN. Is used as a general name for grain of all kinds known to the Jews. It includes peas and beans, but never Indian corn (maize), which was unknown to the He- brews. Palestine produced large quantities of grain COR-NE'LI-US. A Roman centurion dwelling in Caesarea, who was the first Gentile con- vert to Christianity CO*R'NER STONE. A title of Christ. He Is the corner stone of our salvation COR'NET. A curved wind instrument of music COR-RUP'TION, MOUNT OF. Mount of Olives; so called because of the high places built there by Solomon, for his heathen wives , CO'SAM. An ancestor of Joseph, the husband of Mary, the mother of Jesus COUI/TER. An iron instrument used in agri- culture COUN'CIL. A judicial tribunal. See Sanhe- drin COUN'SEL. A consultation; a meeting for the interchange of views. The will and purpose of God as revealed In His word . COUN'SEL-OR (judge). (1) A title applied to the Messiah by the prophet Isaiah. (2) An adviser upon any matter. (3) The king's state adviser O. T. Gen. 4, 22. I, Sam ,17.5. I,K. 7,14, I,Chr.22.3. Ezra 8, 27, Ezek, 45, 10 14. Job 28, 18. Ezek. 27. 16, Ex. 16. 3L Num. 11. 7. N. T. Lev. 11.17. Deut. 14,17. Is. 34,11. Gen. 41,57. Ex. 22,6. Ruth 3,7. I.Sam.17,17. Job 5,26. Ps. 65,9. Job 33. 6. Ps, 144.12. I.Chr. 15,28 Dan. 3, 5. II. K. 23, 13 I. Sam, 13. 20.21. Ex. 18. 19. Num:27.21. Jud.20,7. II. Sam, 15, 31. 11. Sam. 15, 12, I.Chr. 26,14. II. Chr. 22, 3, Is. 9. 6. Mark 7. XL rof Acts 18,1; 19, 1. I.C or. 1,2. 1I.C or. 1,1.23. II. Tim. 4,20. Acts 18. 8. II.C or.6,11. Matt. 12, 1. Mark 2, 23; 4.28. Luke 6, 1. John 12, 24. Acts 10,1, 3, 7, 17, 21, 22 24. 25, 30. Eph.2,20. I. Pet. 2,6, Luke 3. 28. Mat. 5.22. Mark 15. 1. Mark 3.6. John 18, 14. Acts 4, 28. Heb. 6. 17. Mark 15,43. Luke 23, 50. Rom. 11, 34 27 INDEX. CRE COUN'TE-NANCB. An expression of the face; the features. Kindness or good will; an ap- pearance of encouragement. External ap- pearance or show of Iooks, wnetlier of joy or sorrow COUN'TRY. That part of any region or dis- trict which lies away from cities or courts; rural districts or parts COUR'AGE (bravery). Courage la ranked among the cardinal virtues, and is that con- dition of mind into which fear does not enter; which enables us to face dangers 1 with firmness and. fearlessness. The world owes much to lt3 men and women of cour- age. It Is moral courage that characterizes the highest order of manhood and woman- hood; the courage to seek and to speak the truth; the courage to be ,1ust; the courage to be honest; the courage to resist tempta- tion; the courage to do one's duty. If men and women do not possess this virtue they have no security whatever for the preserva- tion of any other i COURSE OP PRIESTS AND LEVITES. Di, vision made by David of the priests and Levites, into twenty-four classes, with a president at the head of each class. Each ' course bore the name of the most prominent member of the family from which it was taken COURT. An enclosed space or area either surrounded wholly or in part by an Oriental house. In Scripture applied to the inclosures of the Tabernacle and Temple; also means court of a prison, private house, or palace. . COV'E-NANT (league, thing prepared). Con tracts between men; and between God and men. God's covenant with men expresses His gracious purpose toward His people, and also the relation into which they are thereby brought to Him. Under the Old Testament, the covenant of grace was ex- ternally administered by promises, prophe- cies, sacrifices, circumcision and other types and ordinances. Under the new, it is ad- ministered in the preaching of the Gospel, baptism, and the Lord's supper J COVET, longing To have an inordinate desire or t COZ (nimble). (1) Descendant of Judah. (2) A Levite ; also called Koz O.T. Gen. 4, 5. Job 14. 20. Ps.4,6. Prov. 15. 13. Num. 13. 13. Jud. 11. 21. Ruth. 1,2, Num. 13, 20. Deut.31.6, 7, 23. Josh. 1, 6; 2, 11; 9.18; 10.25, 11. Sam, 10, 12. I. Chr. 19.13:22.13; 28.20. II. Chr. 15, 8. Ezra 10, 4. Ps.27,14; 31,24, Isa. 41,6. Dan, 11,25, I.Chr.23.6. II.Chr.S.11; 31,2,15, 16 17. Ezra3,ll Ex. 27, 9. II.Chr.20,5 Est. 6. 5. Is 34. 13. Ezelc. 8. 7. Gen. 9, 12. Ex. 31.16. Lev. 26. 15. Num. 25,12. Deut.4,13. Jud. 2,1. I.Sam. 20. 8, I. K. 19. 10. I.Chr.16,15 Ps. 25,14. Is. 23. 18. Ex. 20. 17. Mic. 2, 2. I. Chr. 4, 8. Neh. 3, 4. COZ'BI false). Daughter of Zur, a Midianlte chief, slain by Phinehas I CRACK'NED. A hard, punctured cake • CRAFT. A trade or occupation. After the Captivity, even Jewish boys of wealthy par- ents were obliged to learn some useful craft CRE-ATE'. To produce; to bring into exist enee ; to form ; to make , CRE-A'TION. The act of God in bringing this world Into existence CRE-A'TOR. A title by which we designate God as the Maker of all things , CREA'TURE. That which is created; any- thing that is not self -existent; but created by a supreme power CREEK. St. Paul's Bay, Island of Malta . CRES'CENS. Disciple with Paul at Rome I CRETE. A large Island in the Mediterranean, on the route from Syria to Italy. Paul left Titus in charge of the church there N.T. Mat. 6, 16. Luke 9. 29. Acts 2, 28. II. Cor. 3,7. Acts 28, IS. Luke 1,5, 8. Actsl3j25; 20,24. LCor. 14,27. Rev. 11,2. Luke 1, 72. Acts 3, 25. Rom. 1. 31. Gal.3, 15, 17. Heb. 8,6,7,9; 9,1,4. Num. 25, 15, 18. I.K.14,3. Ps. 51. 10. Isa45, 7. Ec.12,1. Is. 40, 23. Gen. 1,20. Lev. 11. 46. Num. 16. 30. I. Cor. 12,31; 14, 39. Actsl8.3;19. 25 27. Re'v. i8,22. Mark 13.19. I.Cor. 11,9. Mark 10, 6. II.Pct.3,4. Rom. 1,25. I. Pet. 4, 19. tl.Cor. 5,17. Gal. 6, 15. Rev. 5,13. Acts 27,39. II. Tim. 4.10. Acts 27,7, 12, 21. Tit. 1,5. INDEX. cus O.T. N.T. CRETES Crete . or CRE'TIANS. Inhabitants of CRIME. A fault. An act contrary to some law, human or divine CRIS'PUS. The ruler of the Jewish syna- gogue at Corinth, converted and baptized by Paul CROP. Part of a bird cast aside at the altar of sacrifice CROSS. An upright stake with one or more cross pieces; used for capital punishment. It was an emblem of pain, guilt, and igno- miny; but after the crucifixion of Christ, it became the Christian symbol of redemption CROWN. An emblem of sovereignty worn ou the head by kings and queens. It was cus- tomary for a king to wear as many crowns as he had kingdoms. The Roman soldiers crowned Jesus with a wreath of thorn twigs at the time of the crucifixion. The name is also applied to different kinds of head orna- ments ; Job 31. 11. Ezek. 7. 23. Lev. L IS. Tit. 1, 12. Acts 25. 16. 27. Acts 18,8. I Cor. 1,14. Mat. 10,38. Mark 15, 30 Luke 14, 27. John 19, 17 Gal. 5, 11. Heb. 2. 2. Lev. 8, 9. John 19, 5. II. K. 11. 12. I. Cor. 9, 25 Est. 1. 11. Job. 31,36. Ps. 89. 39. Prov. 4, 9. CRU'CI-FY. To fix in any way to a cross with a view of intlicting capital punish- ment; to cause to die, or cease to exist with every expression of scorn; to destroy the Influence of; to put to mental torture or shame CRU'EL. Disposed to hurt or to take pleas- ure in the hurt of others; inhuman; unfeel- ing; hard-hearted; void of pity or feeling for others; savage CRUSE. Phll.4.1 I. Thes.2,19 II. Tim.4.& Jam. 1.12. Ezek. 21, 26. I. Pet. 5. 4. Zee 9, 16. Rev. 2, 10. Matt. 20. 19. Mark 15, 13. Luke 23, 21. John 19.23. Heb. 6. 6. Rev. 11, 8. Gen. 49. 7. Deut. 32, 33. Cant. 8, 6. Jcr. 6,23. Heb. 11,36. A cup or bottle for holding liquids. I. Sam. 26,11 Jer. 19,1. CRY. To speak; to proclaim; to call earnest- ly; to utter earnest prayers; to complain; to utter lamentations; to lament loudly. To weep; to shed tears CRYS'TAL. A glass-like transparent stone, now known as rock-crystal CUT3IT. A measure of different lenrrths The common cubit was about eighteen Inches CUCK'OO (leanness). One of the unclean birds CUTVlT. "Talitha cumi" means "damsel arise." CUM'MIN (preserving). A plant from whose seed an aromatic stimulating oil is made CUN'NING. Having knowledge, skill, or learning CUP. A small vessel for liquids; a drinking vessel. Cups were made of horn, earthen- ware, or some precious metal. It also means the portion or lot which one has to endure. CURE. To cure a person is to heal body or mind; a church or state, to reform or re- store to order CURSE. To imprecate or wish evil to any one; to cause great sorrow, trouble or in- jury to. A solemn invocation of divine vengeance; in fact anything which causes evil, trouble, or great vexation CUSH (black). (1) A son of Ham. (2) Land where the descendants of Cush lived; gen- erally translated Ethiopia. (3) A man of the tribe of Benjamin, an enemy of David.. Ex. 2, 23. I. Sam. 5.12 Job 16, 18. Ps. 9, 12. Job 28, 17. Ezek. 1, 22. Deut. 3, 11. Ezek. 43. 13. Lev. 11. 16. Deut. 14. 15. Isa. 28,25.27 Gen. 25.27. Ex. 31, 4. Gen. 40. 11. Prov. 23, 3L Jcr. 16. 7. Ezek. 23, 31. Zee. 12, 2. Jcr. 33, 6:46 1L Hos.5.13 Gen. 27, 12. Deut. 11. 26, Jos. 6, 13. I. K.2,8. Prov. 3. 33. Gen.l0,6,7,C I. Chr. 1,8.9, 10. Is.11,11. Matt. 25, 6. Mark 10, 4^ Luke 18, 7. Rom. 8, 13. Rev. 4.6; 21 11; 22.1. Matt. 6.27. Luke 12,25 Mark 5. 4L Matt. 23. 23. Eph. 4, 14. Matt. 10, 42. Luke 22, 20. John 18, 11. I. Cor. 10,10. Rev. 14, 10. Matt. 17,16. Luke 7, 21. John 5, 10. Matt. 5. 44. Mark 14, 71 Acts 23, 12. Gal. 3, 10. Rev. 22, 3. 28 INDEX. DAM CU'SHI (the Ethiopian). (1) A man sent by Joab to tell David the issue of the battle with Absalom. (2) An ancestor of Jehud (3) Father of Zephaniah, the prophet .... CUS'TOM. An established manner; a regu- lar habit. It is also a practice of buying from, or dealing with, certain persons. Trib- ute, toll, duty CU'THAH. District in Asia, whence Shal- maneser transplanted colonists into Israel.. CYM'BAL. A musical instrument made of two broad convex metal plates which when struck together produce a piercing noise. They were used in the Temple and on oc- casions of public rejoicing CY'PRKSS. An evergreen tree resembling the Lombardy poplar, probably used in mak- ing idols. Its wood is very durable CY'PRTJS. A large island of the Mediter- ranean, and a general rendezvous for mer- chants. It was one of the first places out of Palestine in which Christianity was pro mulgated. Barnabas was a native of Cy- prus CY-RE'NE. A city of Upper Libya, wher.e the Jews held citizenship on equal terms with the Greeks who founded it. The Jews had a synagogue and many accepted Christianity. Simon, who bore the Saviour's cross, was a Cyreuian CY-RE'n¥-US. Governor of Syria CYR'IA. Christian woman to whom the Sec- ond Epistle of John is addressed CY'RUS (sun). The name of a Persian king who allowed the Jews after the conquest of Babylon, to return home to Judea to re- build the Temple, and recognize a national existence on a theocratical basis. He was foretold by Isaiah as the deliverer of Judah. His reputed tomb is till shown near Murgab. D DAB'BA-SHKTH (heighth). lun , A town of Zebu- O. T. II.Sam.18,21 22,23,31,32. Jer.36, 14. Zeph. 1, 1. Gen. 31, 3j, Jud. 11, 39. I. Sam. 2,13. Ezr. 3, 4. II.K.17,24,30 II. Sam. 6, 5 II.Chr.29,2S. Ezra 3. 10. Ps. 150, 5. Cant.|l,14: 4,13. ls.44.K N. T. INDEX. DAT O. T. Malt. 0,0. Luke 1,9; 5, 27. John 13, 39. Rom.13,7 I. Cor. 13, 1 Acts 4,35; 11 19,20; 13,4 15,39; 21, 3, 16; 27, 4. Matt. 27, 32. Mark 15, 21. Luke 23, 26. Acts 2, 10; 6 9;11,20; 13,1 Luke 2, 2. n.John 1, 5. II. Chr.36,22 Ezr.l. 1,7,8; 3,7;4,3;5,i: 17. Isa.44,2& Dan. 1.21. 6, 28; 10, 1. Jos. 19. XL DAB'E-RATH (pasture). A town cf Zebulun Jos. 19, 12; and Issachar. It became a Levitical city.. 21,28. 1.Chr 6,72. DA'GON (fish). An idol of the Philistines, having the head and hands of a man with the body and tail of a fish. The chief seat of its worship was at Ashdod DALE, THE KING'S. Name of a valley near Jerusalem where Absalom built a family monument; also called "valley of Shareh.".. DAL-MA'TI-A. A province on the east shore of the Adriatic Sea, where Titus was sent to preach the Gospel Jud. 16,23. I. Sam.5,2,3 4,5,7. I. Chr 10, 10. Gen. 14, 1 II.Sam.18,18 DAI/PHON. One of Haman's Sons DAM'A-RIS. Woman of Athens, converted by Paul DA-MAS'CUS. A city of Syria, called by the >rabs the "Eye of the Desert" or the "Pearl of the East," on account of its beau- tiful location, stands in a fertile plain sur- rounded by the desert, at the foot of the Anti-Lebanon. It is one of the oldest cities in the world and is said to have been found cd by Uz. The conversion of Paul took place on his journey from Jerusalem to Da- mascus; and tradition still points out the spot, at the crossing of the direct road from Jerusalem with that from Banias, where the miracle occurred. See photographs, opp. pages 11 and 711 Zst. 9, 7. Gen. 15, 2. II. Sam. 8,6 I. K. 11.24. II.K.S,12;8, 7; 14,28; 16,9 10. I.Chr.18 5, 6. Il.Chr. 24, 23. Isa.7 8;8,4; 10,9 17, 1, 3. Ezek. 27, 18 Amos 1.3; 3 12; 5. 27. Zech. 9,1. II. Tim. 4,10 Acts, 17,34. Acts 9, 2, 10, 19. 22,27; 22, 27; 22.6,10; 26,12. II. Cor. 11, 32. Gal. 1, 17. DAM-NA'TION. A crime so execrable as to call for eternal punishment; a penalty in- flicted on account of some sin for which one has been divinely judged; judgment DAM-SEL. A young unmarried woman; a fe- male attendant DAN. (1) The name of a place to which Abram pursued the kings who had ravaged Sodom and carried away Lot. It is said that a colony of the tribe of Dan settled there, and changed the name of the city which they took possession of from Laish to Dan. (2) The fifth son of Jacob, and the first of Bilbah, Rachel's maid. (3) Tne name of the tribe descended from Dan, or the territory they occupied in the land of Canaan DAN'CING. This, among the Jews, was an expression of religious joy and gratitude. It sometimes took place in honor of a con- queror; and also on occa sions of domestic joy, and when the vintage was gathered . . DAN'I-EL. (1) The son of David. (2) The son of Aaron, who went up from Babylon with Ezra. (3) The last of the great proph- ets, who was probably born at Jerusalem, of noble, perhaps of royal, descent; and was in early youth carried by Nebuchad- nezzar to Babylon, where on account of his comeliness and talents he was educated at the court, and for the royal service. After interpreting a dream which the king had forgotten, he was made "ruler of the whole province of Babylon and chief of the governors over all the wise men of Baby- lon," and he kept the position during the entire reign of Nebuchadnezzar. Under his successor, Eelshazzar, he had the wisdom and courage to interpret the mysterious handwriting on the wall; and under Darius, who took Babylon from Belshazzar, he was made one of the three presidents of the empire. One day, however, the king for- bade all prayer, save unto the king, for thirty days, and when Daniel refused to obey, he was thrown into the den of lions. But when God delivered him out of this danger he was taken back to the court, retained in his office, and held in still higher esteem. He is the author of the Book of Daniel Ruth 2, 6. I. K. 1, 4. Gen. 14, 14; 30, 6; 49, 16. Num. 1,12. Deut. 33, 22. Josh. 19,47. Jud. 5,17; 13 25;20.1. 1. Sam. 3,20. II. Sam.3,10. I.K. 12,29. Jcr. 4, 15. Ex. 32, 19. I.Sam.18,6. 1 1. Sam. 6,16. I. Chr. 15,29 Ps. 30, 11. T.Chr. 3,L Ezra 8, 2. Neh.10.6. Ezek. 14, 14; 28, 3. Dan.l, 6, 7, 17; 2,13 16. 19, 46,48, 49;4,8,19; 5, 12 ,29; 6,2,5, 11.13,14,20, 23,26.27,28; 7,1,15,28; 8.1 15; 9,2,22; 10 2; 12,4.5,9. DAN'I-EL, THE BOOK OF 1 . It was written by Daniel and divides itself into two parts: historical and prophetic. The first part nar- rates the life of the author; and the sec- ond, records his visions DAN'JA'AN (Dan playing the pipe), between Gilead and Zidon Place DAN'NAH (murmuring). Town of Judah.... DAR. Stone in the pavement of the banquet hall of Ahasuerus DAR'DA (pearl of knowledge). Israelite noted for wisdom. Probably same as Dara DA-RI'US (restrainer). A common name among the kings of Media and Persia. (1) Darius, the Mede, the son of Ahasuerus. (2) Darius of Hystapis, who confirmed the de- cree of Cyrus concerning the building of the Temple. (3) Darius Nothus DARK'NESS. In the physical sense, it is mentioned three times in the Scriptures: at the period of creation; the plague of dark- ness in Egypt; and at the Crucifixion. Some- times used to denote ignorance DAR'KON (bearer). One whose descendants returned under Zerubbabel from Babylon DA'THAN (fount). One of the chiefs of Reu- ben, who joined Korah in the revolt against the authority of Moses and Aaron II, Sam.24.6. Josh. IS, 49, Esth. 1. 6. I. K. 4,31 I . Chr. 2, 6 Ezra 4,5; 5,5: 6,1. Neh. 12, 22; Dan. 5,31 Hag. 1.1. Zee. 7, 1. Gen. 1, 2. Ex.lO,21.Ps. 18.11 .Isa.9,2, Joe\ 2,2. Ezra 2, 56. Neh. 7, 58. Num. 16, 1. Deut. 11,6. Ps. 106, 17. N. T. Matt. 23, 14. Mark 3, 29; Rom. 3, 8. j I. Tim. 5, 12.1 Matt. 14, Mark, 5, DAt' will :'■- tot dat: Matt. 11. 17; 14,6. Mark 6,22. Luke 7. 32; IS, 25, Matt. 24, 15 Mark 13, 14 Matt. 6, 23 ; 27, 45. Luke 23,44. John 1,5. II. Cor. 4,6. 29 6 I INDEX. DAY O. T. N. T. INDEX. DEC O. T. DAUGH'TiiR. A female offspring cf the wife; or it may sometimes mean a distant female relative. The word is also applied . to the women of a city or a country Gen. 20, 12. Malt. 9, 22. Ex.l,16.Lev. Mark 7.25. 12,6. Num.27 Luke 8,4.' 9. Zech.2,7. llDA'VID (beloved). He was born at Bethle- Ruth 4, 22. hem. He was the youngest of Jesse's eight I. Sam. 16, sons, of the tribe of Judah, and grew up as 13,19,21,23; a shepherd in his father's field. Early in 17,14,23,23, his youth he was brought to the court of 33, 43, S3; 13, Sauf to soothe the troubled spirit of the 1,3, S, 7,9, king by playing upon the harp; and he was 10,14,16,24, made one of his armor-bearers. After his 28,20:19, 1, triumphal contest .with Goliath he was even 5,9, 10, 19, made a chieftain, and married the king's 22; 20, 6,' 17, daughter Michal. The jealousy of Saul 24,34, 41;"21, made life at this court dangerous to David, 1,10, 11; 22, and he was at last compelled to flee for his 1,3,5,14,17; life. After the battle of Gilboa in which 23,2,5,9,15, Jonathan fell, and Saul slew himself, David 24,25,23; 24, was recognised king and took up his resi- 1,5,16,22; dence at Hebron, where he reigned for 25, 5, 22; 26, seven and a half years, but after the death 1, 5, 12, 17; of Ishbosheth, a son of Saul, who exercised 27, 1, 4, 11; regal authority over the ten tribes, he be- 28, 17;29,3; came the sole king of all the Israelites, and 30,1. II. Sam. then he moved to Jerusalem, which he 1,11,15,17; made the political and religious) capital of 2, 5, 10; 3, 1, the Jewish nation. Here he reigned for 2, 9, 17, 23 : thirty-three years, and his reign was a 5,1,6,7,10, period of rapid development and great splen- 12. 17". 6, 2, dor. In spite of his many domestic troubles, 5,9, 14; 7, and of the Insurrections of his own sons, ^3; 8, 1, 6, 7, Absalom and Adonijah, he succeeded in con- 13,13; 10,2, solidating the twelve tribes of Israel into 3. I. K. 1,11; one compact nation, and at his death he was 2,32,44; 3, able to leave his crown and treasures un- 14:12,16. disputed to hia son Solomon. He was buried I.O.r.10,14; In Jerusalem, and his tomb became the 11. 3; 12, 13. sepulchre of the subsequent kings; and one II. Chr. 1,8; of the sacred places of the people. David ^4.3. Err. 8, was one of the grandest and most brilliant 2;Neh.l2,36. characters of all human history. No deed P s - 13, JP' P of human intrepidity has surpassed his en- 72. 20; 89,35; counter with the Philistine giant; no story 122,17. of human affection is more touching than Cant. 4, 4. that of the friendship of David and Jona- l S3L - r ?-J> z0 - than; no poema have ever so powerfully ap- 1;5S,3. pealed to the hearts and souls of men as his Jf- 17 - 2> r ; psalms. As a king he forms a center figure <~?'°: 33. 1j, " the Jews; and in his ex- 3°. 30. Amos In the history of alted character, notwithstanding all his faults and short-comings, he is the type and symbol of the Messiah. David was the ancestor of Joseph, the husband of Mary Christ's mother OA'VID, CITY OF. (1) Castle of Zlon, south- west of Jerusalem. (2) Bethlehem 3AY. This is used with various meanings, The time when the sun is above the hori- zon was geenrally divided by sacred writers Into twelve hours. The sixth hour always ended at noon, and the twelfth hour was the last hour before sunset. The word "day" is often used for an nndertermined period. An ordinary day's journey was what was usually traveled on camel or horseback, or about twentv-five or thirty miles, while a Sabbath day'a journey w only a mile * DAY OF CHRIST. It might mean the period of his humiliation and the time of the pow- erful spread of the Gospel; the Last Judg- ment; the Christian Sabbath; or the day of his coming again. Also called "his day," "that day," "the day of the Lord." .. DAY OF THE L6RD. Often signifies the period when he will execute his fearful judgments DAYSTMAN (to set right). Umpire; mediator. DAY'SPRING. The first dawn of light DEA'CON (servant). An official title of one who superintends the temporal concerns of the church DAY'STAR. The planet Venus, the morning star. It also applies to Jesus who ushers in eternal day to his people 6, 5; 9, 11. Zech. 12, 8. I. Chr. 11, 7. Gen. 1, 5. Num. 14, 34, Deut. 4, 10. Jos. 10, 13. Judg. 16. 2. I. Sam. 9,15, I.K.2,37. Prov. 4, 13. Isa. 7, 17. Jer.12,3. Dan. 6, 10. Joel 2, 2. Acts 7. 21. Heb. 11, 24. Matt. 1,6; 9. 27; 12, 3. 23 15.22;20,30, -1;21,9;22, 2,45. Marl; 2,25:11,10; 12,35,37. Lukel, CO: 6.3, 4; 20 41.44;' ' ohn 7, 42. Acts 2,29,34; +. 23; 13, 22, "4,36; 15,10. R°m. 1. 3; 4,6. II Tim. 2,8. Heb. 4, 7; 11,32. Rev. 3. 7; 5 5; 22, 16. DEA'CON-ESS. An order for women which existed in the Christian church Ps. 37, 13. Isa. 2. 12. Zeph. 1, 14. Job 9. 33. Job. 38, 12. Luke 2, 4, 11. Matt. 24. 33. Mark 1, 35. Lukel, 20. John 6, 33. Acts 1,2. Rom. 2, 5. I. Cor. 3, 13. II. Cor. 6, 2. Eph.4,30. Phil. 1,6. I.Thes.5.5. Heb. 4, 7. John 8, E3. I.Cor.l.C; 3. 13; 5, 5. Phil. 1,6. II.Thes2,2. II. Pet. 3, 12. Rev. 1, 10. Acts 6. 3. I.TIm.3,:8. Phil. 1,1. II. Pet. 1.19. Rev. 2,28; 22,16. DEAD. (1) Deprived of natural life. (2) "Without spiritual life. (3) What never had life, as idols. (4) "What has no continued existence. (5) Condemned or exposed to death. (6) In the state of oppression. (7) Unfit for generation, according to the pow- er of nature. (8) Formal hypocrites. (9) The resurrection of the dead. The word is frequently used figuratively DEAD SEA, THE. page 727 See Sea; also photograph, DEAF (blunted). Moses enacted a statute of special protection to the deaf mutes. Deaf- ness is symbolical of a want of spiritual ability to understand divine things DEAL. A word often used in the sense of "a part" DEATH. (1) Natural death. That state of any animal, being, or plant, in which the vital functions have totally and permanent- ly ceased to act; the extinction of life. (2) Spiritual death. A state of spiritual aliena- tion from God, and condemnation to ever- lasting punishment DE-BATE. Wrangling; strife DE'BIR (sanctuary). (1) City in Judah. (2) A place belonging to Gad, beyond Jordan. (3) A place near the valley of Achor. (4) King of Eglon Gen. 20, 3. Ex. 4, 19. Lev. 22, 4. Num. 5,2. Judg. 3, 25 Ruth 1, 8. I.K.3,22.Job 26,5. Isa. 26 19. Lev. 19, 14. Ps. 38, 13. Isa. 29, 18: 35,5,42,18,19, Ex. 29, 40. Num. 28, 13, DBB'O-RAH. (1) The name of the nurse of Rebekah. (2) A prophetess and judge of of Isrr ' the people i-ael DEBT. Anything owing from one person to another. A duty or liability neglected; a trespass DBBT'OR (one bound). There were certain laws for debtors and creditors which gov- erned the Israelites. They were allowed to take a debtor into slavery under merciful regulation; but the year of jubilee termin- ated bondage in all cases. Imprisonment for debt had become customary in Christ's time. The word has several figurative meanings Gen. 21, 16, Ex. 10, 17. Ruth 1,17. I. Sam. 4. 20 Job 27, 15. Cant. 8, 6. Jer. 8, 3. Isa. 58,4. Josh. 10. 3 23, 38; 13,26; IS. 7, 15; 21, 15. Gen. 35, 8. Jud ? .4,4;5, 7,12. DEC'A-LOGUE. The ten commandments given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai DE-CAP'O-LIC. Name applied to ten cities which lay on both sides of the Jordan, not far from the Sea of Galilee DE-CAY'. The act or state of declining Grad- ually from a state of soundness or perfec- tion to one less sound or perfect DE-CEIT. The act cf deceiving; misleading any person. Any underhand practice used to defraud another; deception DE-CEIVE'. To disappoint; to frustrate one': expectations or hopes; to cheat •- ^ DE-CLARE'. To speak out publicly or openly DE-CIS'ION. To know what we want and then stick to it is an indispensible element of success. Steadfastness is a noble quality but must not be confounded with obstinacy It is the province of great souls to yield when there is good occasion for yielding. True decision can not be acquired in a day; the efforts must be earnest and unremitted; and must be persevered in through life. An inability to meet and decide the smaller is- sues of life leaves us unfitted for the great trials which come less often. Delay in do- ing what is before us is one of the hardest I. Sam. 22,2, U.K. 4, 7. Neh. 10. 31. Ex. 22,26,27. Lev. 25, 14, 32,39. Deut. 15,1-11; 24, 6.10,11,12. U.K. 4.1. Job 22,6; 24, 3.7,9. Ex. 20. 3-17. N. T. Rom. 16. 1. I.Tim.5,9. Matt. 22. 32. Acts 2, 29. Rom. 4, 19 ; 7, 4. I. Cor. 15, 29. II. Cor. 1. 19. Eph. 2, 1. Heb. 6.1;9J.4 Rev.' 3,1. Acts 2. 24. Rom. 5, 10. II. Cor. 1,9. Phil. 1,20. II. Tim. 1.10. I.John3.14, Rev. 1,18. Rom. 1. 29. Lev. 25, 35. Job 14, 11. Ec. 10.13. Job 15, 33. Ps. 10, 7. Prov. 12, 5. II.IC.4.23. Prov. 24,28. Jos. 20,4. Judg. 14, 12. Ex/19, 7,8, 23,24, Deut. 30.13. Josh. 24,15,21.22. I. Sam. 12, v 20. II. Sam. 22,22". I. K. 18,21. I.Chr. 16, 15. II. Chr. 19, 11. Esth. 4, 16. Job 2, 3; 23, 5. Ps. 26, 6; Matt. 6, 12; 18.27,30.32 Rom. 4, 4. Matt. 6, 12; 18.27,30,32 23, 16, 18. Luke 7,41; 13, 4; 16, 5. Rom. 1.14; 4,4:8.12; 15, 27. Gal. 5.3. Matt. 4, 25. Mark 5, 20; 7,31. Rom. 11, 12, Heb. 8, 13. Mark 7, 22. Rom. 1,29. Col. 2, 8. Matt. 24,4. Rom. 16, 18. Heb. 11, 14. 1. John 1, 3. Matt. 6, 24; 24, 13. Mark 13, 13. Luke 9, 59; 11, 23. Acts 13. 43; 14, 22. Eph. 4,14; 6.13. Phil. 1. 27; ' 1. Col. 1,23. 1.Thes, 2, IS; 3.8,13 II. Tim, 1.13, 14;2,1;3, 30 INDEX. DES forces we have to overcome in building up a decisive character. The failure of many brilliant and capable men can be attributed to lack of decision DE-CREE'. The predetermined purpose of God concerning future events. Also law from one having authority; edict; ordinance. BE'DAN (low). (1) A grandson of Cush. (2) A son of Jokshan. (3) A country in the Arabian peninsula, not far from the Edom- ltes DED'A-NIM. Grandson of Ham .. DED'I-CATE. A religious ceremony by which anything or person is set apart for divine service ; consecration DED'I-CA-TION, FEAST OF. To commemo- rate the purging of the Temple and the re- building of the altar by Judas Maccabaeus, It lasted eight days DE-FILETMENT. See pollution DE-GREE'. (1) Term used of a group of Le vites in the sense of rank. (2) Steps in the dial of Ahaz DE-HA'VITES. A Persian tribe transplanted into Samaria DE-KAR (stab). Commissariat officer of Solo- mon DEL'A-I'AH (Jehovah is delivered). (1) Head of the twenty-third Temple course of priests in the time of David. (2) Father of Shemai- ah. (3) A prince of Judah in the time of King Jehoiakim DEL-I'LAH (languishing). A woman of the Philistines who, being loved by Samson, be- trayed him to his enemies O.T. 108, 1; 116,9, 13, 14; 119, 8, 30, 31, 38. Prov. 4, 26. Isa. 50, 7. Est. 3, IS. Job 28, 26. V Dan. 4, 24. Gen. 10. 7. I. Chr. 1, 9. Jer. 25, 23. Ezek. 25, 13. Isa. 21, 13. I. Chr. 26,27 II. Chr. 2, 4. Ezek44, 29. I. K. 8, 65. II. Chr. 7,8- 10. II. K. 20, 9, 10,11. I.Chr. IS, 18. Ezra 4, 9. I. K.4,9. I. Chr. 24, IE Ezra 2, 60. Neh. 6, 1C 7, 62. Jer. 36, 12, 25. Judg. 16, 4, 10, 12, 13, IS DEL'UGE. A judgment upon the world for the wickedness of its inhabitants. The rain fell for forty days; and the rise of the waters continued a hundred and fifty days, until they stood about twenty-two feet over the highest summits, and all the human be- ings save Noah and his family perished. On the injunction of God, Noah built the Ark and placed therein his wife and their three eons, with their wives, and one pair of all land animals. When the water subsided the Ark rested on Mount Ararat, and when the dove sent out by Noah returned with an olive leaf in its bill, all went out of the Ark; the earth was dry and inhabitable again N.T. 14. Tit. 1. 7, Heb.2,1; 3,6.7,8. Luke 2, 1. Acts 16, 4. Heb. 9. 18. John 10, 22, 23. DE'MAS. A disciple at Rome with Paul DE-ME'TRI-TJS. (1) A silversmith at Ephesus who opposed Paul. (2) A convert who is noted for the consistency of his character . . DE-MON. Any particular divinity; spirits of the wicked ; fallen angels DEP'U-TY. An inferior ruler appointed by a superior; a governor DER-BE. Town of Asia Minor where Paul and Barnabas fled when expelled from Iconlum DE-RIDE'. To scorn; to scoff at DES'ERT. In the Bible, generally means an uncultivated place, or grazing tract; how ever, some deserts were dry and barren. See photograph, opp. page 498 Lev. 17,tt. Zech. 13, 2. I. K.22,47. Esth. 8, 9. Hab. 1. 10. Ex. 5, 3. Isa. 13, 21. Jer. 17, 6. Ezek. 47, 8. Col. 4. 14. II. Tim. 4,10 Acts 19, 24, 38. III. John 12. Matt. 4, 24. Mark. 3, 22. Acts 13, 7; 18,12. Acts 14,6,21; 16, 1; 20, 4. Luke 16, 14. Matt. 24, 26. Mark 6, 31. John 6, 31. Acts 8, 26. INDEX. DIB DE-SIRE'. To wish or long for the attain- ment or possession of some object from which pleasure, profit, or gratification is ex- pected ; to entreat , DB-SIRE OF ALL NA'TIONS. to the Messiah Term applied DES'O-LATE. Deprived of, or without habi- tation; destitute; laid waste; ruined. One who is forsaken, afflicted, or comfortless . . O.T. Job 14. 15. Ps. 10, 3 Prov. 10, 24. Cant. 7. 10. Ha K . 2,7. Job IS, 28. Isa. 1, 7. Jer. 2, 12. DE-SPISE'. To look down upon; to feel con- tempt for; to disdain; to abhor DE-STROY'. To annihilate; to render use- les; to make away with, or, in other words, to put an end to DE-STROY'ER. The agent employed in the slaying of the firstborn, the angel or mes- senger of God DB-U'EL (God is knowing), asaph Father of Eli- Lev. 26, IS. I. Sam. 2,30. Gen. 18, 23. Prov. 1. 32. Lam. 3, 66. Ex. 12, 23, II.Sam.24,16 II. K. 19, 35. Num. 1. 14; 7,42. DEU'TER-O-CA-NON'I-CAL BOOKS. Modern term of those sacred books, originally called Apocryphal, which were not in the Hebrew Canon, but being contained in the old Greek versions were read in the early Chris- tian Church. See Sacred Books ,,.,,, DEU'TER-ON'O-MY (repetition of the law). The fifth book of the Old Testament and of the Pentateuch DEVIL. (1) One who slanders another for the purpose of injury; a caluminator. (2) An evil spirit, identified with Satan. His char- , acter is malignant to the last degree DB-VOTJR'. To destroy or consume rapidly and violently; to annihilate DE-VO'TIONS. Objects of devotion DEW. Dews in the Holy Land and in other Eastern countries are very heavy, especially near the mountains; and aid greatly in sus- taining vegetation, when little or no rain falls. The word is often used as a symbol for anyone or anything whose influence is reviving or refreshing ,,.,,,,, DI'A-DEM. (1) Turban of men. (2) Royal tiara. (3) Tiara of the high-priest. Its dis- tinctive idea of royalty DI'AL. An instrument for indicating time by the sun's rays. The sun-dial is very ancient DI'A-MOND. It is the hardest substance known, being able to scratch all other min- erals; it is also the most brilliant of gems. . DI-AN'A. A heathen goddess who had her magnificent temple at Ephesus. See photo- graph, opp page 766 DIB'LA-IM (cakes). Mother of Gomer . DIB'LA-THA'IM. See Almon-diblathalm Df'BON (a wasting away). (1) City on the river Arnon at the point where the Is- raelites crossed the Jordan, and where their first encampment was made having passed it. It afterwards fell into the hands of the Moabites; also called Dibon-Gad, and Di- mon. (2) Place in Judah; probably same as Di mono U ,,,,,,,, ,,,.........■. dTb'rT (eloquent). Father of Shelomith N.T. Luke 22, 15. Rom. 10, 1. II. Cor. 7, 7, Phil. 1.23. Matt. 23, 38. Acts 1, 20. Rev. 17, 16. Matt. 6, 24. Rom. 14, 3. Matt. 12, 14 I. John 3. 8 Rev. 11, 18. Acts 12, 23. I. Cor.10,10 Heb. 11, 28. Lev. 17. 7. Deut. 32, 17. II.Chr.U,15. Ps. 106, 37. Isa. 13, 21. Gen. 49, 27. Gen. 27, 28. Ex. 16, 13. Deut. 32, 2. Jud. 6, 37. I. K. 17,1. Ps. 110, 3. Hos. 14. 5. Zee. 8, 12. Job 29, 14. Isa. 28, 5. Ezek. 21, 26. II. K. 20. 11. sa. 38, 8. Ex. 28. 18. Jer. 17, 1. Ezek. 28, 13. Luke 4, 2. John 6, 70. Acts 10, 38. Heb. 2, 14. I Pet. 5, 8. Mat. 23, 14. II.Cor.11,20. Acts 17. 23. Hos. 1. 3. Num. 21. 30; 32. 34;33,4S 46. Josh. 13, 17. Neh. U, 25. Isa. 15,2. Jer.48,18,22. Lev. 24. 11. Acts 19,24,27 28, 34, 35. INDEX. DIV DiD'Y-MUS (the twin). The surname of the Apostle Thomas, denoting that he was a twin DIB. To depart this life; to be punished with death; to perish everlastingly DIG'NI-TIES (priory). Persons higher in hon- or; perhaps angels DII/E-AN. Town in the plains of Judah . . . DIM'NAH (dung). Levitieal city of Zebulun. DI'MON (river bed). City in Moab. Same as Dibon No. 1 DI'MO'NAII. Same as Dibon No. 2. DI'NAII (judgment). Daughter of Jacob and Leah, and full sister of Simeon and Levi .. DI'NA-ITES. Samaria . O. T. Gen. 6, 17. Ex. 9, 4. Josh. 15, 38. Josh. 21, 35. Isa. 15,9. Jer. 48, 22. Gen. 30,21; J4, 25, 26. N. T. John 11. 16; 20,24; 21,2. Mat. 15, 4. Luke 20, 36. II. Pet. 2. 10 Jude8 Assyrian tribe transported to Ezra. 4, 9. DIN-HA'BAH (robbers' den). City of Edom, birthplace of Bela, son of Beor Gen. 36, 32. I. Chr. 1,43 DI-OT'RE-PHES. False teacher condemned by St. John DIS-CERN'ING OF SPIR'ITS. A high facul- ty possessed by some people of discerning the secret dispositions of men DIS-Cl'PLES. (1) This title was given to those who afterwards became apostles and to all others who professed to be followers of Jesus. (2) To those who were baptized by John the Baptist and followed his teach- ings DIS'CI-PLINE. Instruction; training; punish- ment DIS-COUR'AGE. When one Is discouraged, he is deprived of the spirit, courage or will to do anything DIS-EASE'. Any disorder or morbid condi- tion; any alteration of the normal vital pro- cesses of the body, under the influence of some unnatural or hurtful condition. Dis- ease was often inflicted on account of sin. The plagues and pestilences of ancient times were often miraculous Job. 36. 10. Num. 21, 4. Deut. 1, 21. Isa. 42,4. II.K.1,2. II. Chr. 16, 12. Job 30, 18. Ps. 38,7. Ec. 6,2. Hab.3,5. DI'SHAN (antelope). Youngest son of Seir Gen. 36, 21. the Horite I. Chr. 1,38. DI'SHON (antelope). (1) Fifth son of Seir, the Horite. (2) Grandson of Seir, and son of Anah DIS-HON'OR. Anything which injures the honor or reputation. To stain the character of, or to treat with indignity Gen. 36, 21 25, 26, 30. I. Chr. 1,41. Ezra 4, 14. Ps. 35, 26. Prov. 6, 33. III. John 9. I. Cor. 12.10. II. John 7. Matt. 10,24. Mark 2. 18. Luke 19. 37 John 9, 28. Acts 9, 10; 11 26; 20, 7. Col. 3, 21. Matt. 4,23, 24; 9,35. Markl, 34. Luke4,4C;9, 1. John 5. 4. Acts 19, 12; 28.9. Rom. 9, 21. I. Cor. 15.43 II. Tim. 2,20. INDEX. DOW O T. DlV'f-NA'TION. A general term descriptive Ex. 7,11. Isa. of the various, illusory arts anciently prac- 44,25. Jer.14 ticed for the discovery of things secret or 14.Ezek.13.23 future H. T. DIS-O-BE'DI-ENT. Refusing or neglecting tojI.K.13.21,26. Lukel. 17. obey the lawful commands or prohibitions Neh. 9,26. Acts 26, 19. of a superior Rom. 1,30. DIS-PERS'ED. Scattered. It is usually ap- plied to the Jews who, after their captivity, and especially after the final destruction of Jerusalem, were scattered abroad II. Chr. 11,23 Ps. 112, 9. Prov. 5. 16 Is. 11,12. John 7, 35. Acts 5, 37. Jas. 1.1. I. Pet. 1. 1. DI-TORCE'. It was tolerated by Moses, and was limited by Christ to the case of adult- ery DIZ'A-HAB (region of gold), wilderness of Sinai Place in the Deut. 24, 1. Isa. 50, 1. Jer. 3, 8. Deut 1, L DOCTOR (a teacher). (1) Doctors or teach- ers of the law were highly esteemed among the Jews, and were almost always of the sect of the Pharisees. (2) See Physician . . DOCTRINE. The act of learning. The prin- ciples and revealed truths which form the basis of a system. The truths of the Gospel are the doctrines of God. False doctrines were those contrary to the teaching of Christ DOD'A-T (beloved of Jehoyah). One of Da- vid's captains DOD'A-NIM (leaders). Family descended from the fourth son of Javan DOD'A-VAH (beloved of Jehovah). Father of Eliezer DOT)0 (amatory). (1) Dodo the Ahohite, father of Eleazar; also called Dodai. (2) Father of Elhanan. (3) Ancestor of Tola . . DOG. The street dog was an unclean ani- mal by the Jewish law, and was held in great contempt. The word used figuratively is expressive of the most insignificant per- son, those unclean, false teachers, etc DOLE'FTL CREA-TURES. Birds or beasts which utter shrieks, howlings, or ominous sounds . .» DIS-TRESS' That which causes suffering; Gen. 35, 3. 'Luke 21. 23. pain; anguish; misfortune Ps. 4, 1. | Rom. 8. 35. DI'VERS. Distinct, separate, various . . , DI'VES. It refers to the rich man in the parable Jud. 5. 30. 'Matt. 4. 24. Dan. 7. 3. Acts 19,9. Luke 16, 19 31. Deut. 32, 2. Jobll,4. Ps. 19,7. Prov.4, 2. Isa 28, 9, Jer. 10,8. I. Chr. 27.4 Gen. 10, 4. I. Chr. 1.7. Il.Chr. 20,37 Judg.10,1. II.Sam.23,9 24. Ex. 22, 31. I. Sam. 17,43 Ps. 22,20; 59 6. Prov. 26 II. 17. Isa. 13, 21. Mic.2,4. DO-MIN'ION. Sovereign authority; lordship; supreme power, or control Gen. 1,26. K. 4, 24 DOOR. Any kind of means of entrance or exit. Christ is called the door, being the means of our access to God DOOR'KEEP'ER. Doorkeepers of the Tab- ernacle and Temple. The term is also ap- plied to anyone at the threshold, either a beggar asking alms or a passer-by merely looking in DOPH'KAH (a knock). Station of the Israel- ites on the route to Sinai DOR (dwelling). Royal city of the Canaan- ites, on the Mediterranean, included in the heritage of Manasseh DOR'CAS. See Tabitha DO-THAN (two wells). Place where Joseph was sold to the Ishmaelites. The home of Elisha Matt. 5, 32 19.9. Mark 10,4. Luke 2, 46; 5 17. Acts 5,34 Eph. 4, 11. I.Tim. 1.7 Matt. 5.19; 7, 28; 15, 9. Acts 2, 42. Rom. 6, 17. I.Tim.1.10; II Tim.4,3. Matt. 15, 27. Luke 16,21. Phil- 3, 2. II. Pet 2, 22 Rev. 22.15. Gen. 18, 1. Ex. 29, 4. II. K. 4. IS. II.K.22,4; 25 18. I.Chr.lS, 23,24. Ps.84, 10. Jer.35,4. Num. 33, 12, 13. Josh.ll.2;12 23; 17. 11. I. K. 4, 11. Gen. 37, 17; II. K. 6, 13. Matt. 20, 25. I. Pet 4, llj Matt 27. 60. John 10. 9. I. Cor. 16, 9 John 18, 16, 17.Actsl2.13 DOVES. They were used in sacrifices. The jGen. 8, 8. dove was a symbol of simplicity and was 'p s _ 55/6. used as a term of endearment or affection, ic a . 38, 14. ' or as an emblem of innocence Jer. 48, 28. Matt 3, 16; 10, 16. Mark 1, 10; 11. 15. Luke 3, 22. DOWRY. A fortune or a blessing given; a Gen. 29, 18 portion given or received with a wife. Thel30, 20-34, 12 bridegroom in Eastern countries was re- 1 Ex. 22, 17. quired to pay the father of his betrothed a josh. 15, 16. certain portion in money or value to his Judg. 1, IS. satisfaction, regulated by the rank of her A. Sam. 18,25 family. Sometimes the father gave presents I. K. 9, 16, to his daughter 32 INDEX. DUN DOX'OL-O-GIES. Ascriptions of glory or praise to God. They were frequently found in the Psalms, and were used in the syna- gogue. There are several examples of celes- tial doxologies DRAG. A large fishing net DRAG'ON. A violent, spiteful person; a species of venomous serpent. This name is often given to the Devil DRAG'ON WELL (fountain of jackals). Fountain east of Jerusalem DRAM. A Persian coin of gold, In value about five dollars DRAUGHT. (1) A drain. (2) A catching of fish; a haul DREAMS. The thoughts, or series of thoughts, of a sleeping person, in which he seems to see things real and substantial. Dreams are often mentioned in the Bible DREGS. That part of a thing which is alto- gether of no value DRINK. To imbibe; to swallow; to receive or take in. In the Bible it often has refer- ence to intoxicating liquors, taken to excess DRINK-OF'FER-ING. One kind consisted of wine which was poured around the altar. It was usually, joined with meat-offering3. Oil libations were also used, and libations of water DROM'E-DA-RY. A light and swift variety of camel DROSS (refuse). Impurities separated from silver, etc., by the process of melting — O. T. Ps.%,6; 112 1; 113,1; 117, 1; 134,1; 135, 1; 136,1; 138 5. Hab. 1, 15. Isa. 27, 1. Jer. 51, 34. Ezek. 29, 3. Neh. 2. 13. I. Chr.29,7. Ezra 2, 69. Neh. 7, 70. Gen. 20, 3. I. K. 3, 5. Jer. 23, 28. Dan. 2, 4. Ps.75,8. Isa 51,17 Gen. 21, 19. Lev. 10, 9. Prov. 4, 17. Isa. 24, 9. Gen. 35, 14. Num. 6, IS. Isa. 57,6. Hos. 9, 4. I. K.4,28. Jer. 2, 23. Prov. 25, ' Isa. 1, 22. N. T. Luke 2, 14. Rom. 11, 36. Eph.3,21. I. Tim. 1,17. Rev. 5, 13. Rev. 12, 3, 7, 9, 13, 16. 17; 13.11. Matt. 15, 17 Mark 7, 19. Matt. 1,20; 12, 13, 19 22; 27, 19. Acts 2, 17. Matt. 25,35, John 4, 9. Rom. 12, 20 Rev. 14, C. DROUGHT. Dry weather; i want or absence Gen. 31,40. of rain. The land of Judea was very dry from April to September; the grass some times withered, and the ground was parched and broken. Nothing but the copious dews preserved vegetable life DRUNK'EN-NESS. The state of being drunken with alcoholic liquor; intoxication. Figuratively used it means; satiety; to be carried away with idolatry and supersti- tion; to be overwhelmed by troubles DRU-STL'LA. A daughter of Herod Agrlp- pa I DUKE. A leader or commander; but not an order of nobility DUL'CIM-ETEl. A musical instrument re- sembling the bagpipe; but very unlike the modern dulcimen DU'MAH (silence). (1) A son of Ishmael. (2) A town of Judah ten miles southwest of Hebron DUMB. Mute; deprived of or wanting the power of speech; unable to utter articulate sounds DUNG (rubbish). When dried it was used for fuel by the Israelites; also used for manure. Idols were likened to dung to show how abominable they were DUN'GEON (pit). It usvsally consisted of a deep well or cistern, arid was distinguished from the ordinary prison as being more INDEX. DUNG GATE (dung port), salem EAT A gate of Jem- DU'RA (circle). A plain near Babylon where Nebuchadnezzar set up a golden image . . DUST. Earth or other matter reduced to such small particles as to be capable of floating in the air. Sitting in the dust was a sign of affliction. Dust or ashes put on the head was a sign of mourning DU'TY. That which is due, or ought to be done .- Deut. 8, 15. Job 24, 19, Ps.32,4. Jer. 2,6. Hos.13,5 Deut. 29, 19. Eccl. 10,17. Jer. 13. 13. Lam. 3/15. Ezek. 23, 33 Gen. 36, 40. Ex. 15/.15. Dan. 3, 5, 10 IS. Gen. 25. 14. Jos. 15, 52. Isa. 21. 11. Ex. 4,11. Ps, 38,13. Prov, 1, 8. Ex. 29, 14. I. K. 14, 10. II. K. 6,25. Job 20, 7. Gen. 40, 15. Ex. 12, 29. Jer. 38,6. Lam. 3, 53. Luke 21, 34, Acts 2, IS. Rom. 13, 13. Gal. 5, 21. Rev. 17, 6. Acts 24, 24. Matt. 9, 32. Mark 9, 25. I. Cor. 12,2, Phil. 3, 8. DWELL. To live or make one's abode any form of habitation; to sojourn .... in O. ' Nen. 2. 13; 3. 13; 12, 3L Dan. 3. 1. Gen. 3, 19. Job 2,12. Ps. 22,15. Eccl. 12,7. L»m. 2, 10. Ezek.24,7 Ex. 21, 10. Deut. 25. S Gen. 9, 27. Ex. 2, 21. Lev. 13, 46. Num. 23, 9. Deut. 12, 11. Jud. 9, 41 N.T. DYED. That which is stained or colored. Dyeing was thoroughly understood by the Phoenicians and Egyptians. Thyatlra was a city famous for its dyers E EA'GLE. One of the unclean birds. It is used figuratively to indicate swiftness and strength EAR. Blood was put upon the right ear of the priests at their consecration and of tin healed leper in his cleansing. "To hear in the ear" is to have something privately told us. "Itching ears" denote curiosity. "Un- . circumcised ears" import stupidity and ob stinacy EAR'RINGS. Pendants or ornaments worn hanging from the ears, have been worn by both sexes from the earliest times, in Oriental countries; but among the Greeks and Romans the custom was confined to females. They were of fine gold set with pearls and precious stones EARTH. A term used in the Scriptures to denote the earth as distinguished from the heavens; the land as distinguished from the sea. A particular country or land EAST, CHILDREN OP THE. Designation of the tribes occupying the East Country, who inhabited the region bordering on Ammqn and Moab, extending as far north as the district occupied by the people of Haran, and far south into Arabia EAST COUN'TRY. Generally refers to the region around the rivens Tigris and Euphra- tes, including portions of Arabia, Mesopo tamia, and Babylonia EAS'TER (the Passover). An ecclesiastical festival commemorative of the resurrection of Christ. It originated in the circum stance that Christ was typified by the paschal lamb, ordained by Moses to be slain at the feast of the Passover; the feast be in^ considered as a continuation, in its ful fillment of the Jewish festival. This day is generally celebrated by the Christian Church of all faiths. It should occur on the Sunday following the full moon which came on, or first after the vernal equinox (March 21st), provided that when that moon was full on Sunday, Easter should be the Sunday after. It may occur as early as [March 22- 2nd aa late as April 25th. ... EAST SEA. See Sea. EAT'ING. The ancient Hebrews considered it defiling to eat with people of a different religion, or with those ceremonially unclean. Matt. 10, 14. Mark6,lL Luke 9, 5; 10, 11. Acts 13, 51; 22, 23. Rev. 18, 19. Luke 17, 10. Rom. 15. 27. Matt. 12. 45 Acts 7, 4. Rom. 8, 9. II.Cor.6,16. Col. 1, 19. I.John 4, 13 Rev. 7, 15. Ex. 25,5; 26, 14; 35,7. Isa. 63,1. Ezek. 23, 15. Lev. 11, 13. Deut. 28, 49. Job. 9, 26. Ex. 29, 20. Lev. 8,23; 14 14. Ps. 31,2; 116,2; 130,2. Prov. 25. 12 Isa. 50, 5. Gen. 35, 4. Ex. 32, 2. Num. 31,50. Jud. 8, 24. Isa. 3. 20. Ezek. 16, 12, Hos. 2, 13. Gen. 10, 2, Ex. 9,29. Ps. 2.8. Hab.2,14 Gen. 29, 1. Judg. 6,3,33 7, 12; 8, 10. Ezek. 25, 4, 10. Gen. 11, 2; 28,14. Job 1, 3. Ezek. 47. 8. Gen. 43, 32. Ex. 12,11; 16, 12; 18,12. Matt. 10, 27. Mark 14, 47. Luke 12. 3. John 18, 10. Acts 7, 51. II. Tim. 4,3. Rev. 2, 7. Matt. 5, 5. Mark 4, 28. John 3, 31. Heb. 8. .4, Matt. 2.1. Matt. 12, 1; 26,26. Mark 2, 16; 7, 3. 33 INDEX. EDE They anciently sat at table; but afterwards imitated the Persians and reclined on table- beds or divans while eating, resting the body on the left elbow, and using the right hand. Women were never present ct Jew- ish meals, as guests. The principal meal was taken at night, and the other in the morning. The word is often used figura- tively E'BAL (stone). (1) A son of Shobal. (2) A son of Joktan. (3) Ebal aud Gerizim, mountains of Samaria, from which the curs- ings and blessings were pronounced. The tribes responding to the curses on Ebal; those who answered to the blessings on Gerizim. See photograph, opp. page 172 .. E'BED (servant). Father of Gaal. (2) A Jew who accompanied Ezra from Babylon to Jerusalem E'BED-ME'LECH (servant of the king). An Ethiopian servant of King Zedekiah, who was instrumental in fsaving the life of the prophet Jeremiah EB'EN-E'ZER (stone of help). Memorial stone erected by Samuel between Mi.zpeh and Shorn ; ETSER (beyond). (1) Son of Salah. (2) Son of Elpaal. (3) A priest in the days of Joia- kim. (4.) A Gadite. (5) A Eenjamite E-BI'A-SAPH (gatherer). Forefather of Sam- uel the prophet EB'ON'Y. A very hard, heavy, black wood from India E-BRO'NAH (passage). Thirtieth encamp- ment of the Israelites after leaving Egypt. EC-CLE'SI-AS'TES. This book is a collec- tion of experiences, impressions, and ideas derived from the contemplation of thy fol- lies of life, and consequently sad and al- most depressing in its character; but never- theless carrying with it a motal inspiration toward goodness ar.d godliness as the chief end of life. According to an o!d tradition it was written by Solomon; and if so, it corresponds to his old ace, as the "Sous of Solomon" docs to his youth, and "Pro- verbs" to his manhood. It contains the lesson cf the life of Solomon O. T. Judg. 14, 10. Ruth 3, 7. II. Sam. 3.35. I. K. 1. 41. Jobl, 4. Prov. 13, 25. Ezek. 4,14. Hos. 10, 13. Amos. 6, 4. Gen. 36. 23. Deut. 11. Z?\ 27, 4, 12, 13. Josh. 8, 30. 33. I. Chr. 1 22,40. Judg. 9,26, 28,30,31,35. Ezra 8. 6. Jer. 38, 7, 8, 10,11, 12; 39, 16. I. Sam. 4, 1; 5,1; 7, 12. Gen. 10. 21. I.Chr. 1,19,8. 12,22,25. Neh. 12, 20. I.Chr. 6,23. 37. Ezek. 27. 15. Num. .33, 34 5. N. T. Luke 5, 30; 22, 16. John 6,54,56,57,53 Acts9,9;10, 10; 12, 23. ICcr.8.4; 11,21. Gal. 2,12. Rev. 2,7. UO-CLE'SI-AS'TI-CUS. See wisdom of Siracb. E-CON'O-MY. Thrifty, management. Com petency and comfort lie Within the reach of all, but they come through industry and economy. There is dignity in every attempt to economise. Its very practice is improv- ing. It indicates self-denial and imparts strength to the character; it produces a well-regulated mind; it fosters temperance; It is based on forethought; it makes pru- dence the dominating characteristic. Above all, it secures comfort, drives away care, and dispels many vexations and anxieties that might prey tipoa us. Economy does not require superior courage, superior in- tellect, nor any super-human virtue. It is merely common sense and the power to re- sist selfish amusements. To live beyond our means in the pursuit of pleasure, only lays up a world of trouble for us in the end. Economy is far removed from avarice; we must nurse, not hoard, our savings . . ED (a witness). Altar beyond the Jordan erected by the two tribes and a half .... Gen. 41, 33- 57. Prov. 24, 27; 31, 10-31 Ecd.11,4,6. INDEX. ELA John 6. 12. 13. Josh. 22. 34. 3'DAR ( a flock). Shepherds' watchtower . . . Gen. 35, 21. ET)EN (plain). (1) The home of Adam and Eve before their fall. The best authorities place the Garden of Eden in the valley of the Euphrates; but the exact location is not Gen. 2,8, 9, 10, 15, 16; 3, 23, 24; 4, 16. II. K. 19, 12. known. (2) One of the places which fur- nished Tyre with richly embroidered stuffs. Probably in Northwestern Mesopotamia. (3) Beth-edeu, probably a pleasure house of the kings of Damascus. (4) A Levite, son of Joab. (5) Levite in charge of the free- will offering of God H'DER (a flock). (1) Town in the south of Judah. (2) A Levite in the time of David. C'DOM (red). (1) A name given to Esau, the elder son of Isaac. (2) The word is used to designate both the people who descended from Esau, and the country in which they lived. The cor.ntry was also called Idumaea and Mount Seir; and the inhabitants, Edom- ites 1JD'RE-I (sown land). A chief city in the kingdom of Og. It was in the south of Bashan T/DTJTH (precept). Heading to two Psalms, indicating their sacred character EG'LAH (heifer). Sixth wife of David, and mother of Ithieam EG'LA-IM (double spring). Town of Moab. EG'LON (calf like). (1) A Moabite king who subdued the Israelites beyond the Jordan. (2) City of Judah E'GYPT. The country watered by the Nile, below the cataracts of Syene. It is about ten miles in average width, and more thaq three hundred miles long from the cataracts to the Mediterranean. The soil is noted for its fertility. Its history is closely associ- ated with the early accounts of the He- brews from the time of Abraham's visit to the end of the Jewish nation. See photo- graphs, opp. pages S3 and K-6 C'GYPT, RIVER OF. The "Wady el-'Arish, which flows through the north portion cf the Sinaitic peninsula, and flows into the Mediterranean between Fclusinm and Gaza. It derives its name from the village near its mouth O. T. II. Chr. 29, 12; 31, IS. Isa. 37, 12; 51,3. Ezok. 27. 23; 23, 13 Joel 2, 3. Amos 1, 5. Josh. 15,21- I.Chr.23,23- 24, 30. Gen. 25, 30. 1 1. Sam. 8,14. Ps. 60, 8. Isa. 63, 1. Jcr. 40, 7. Amos. 2, 1. Ob. 8. Num. 21, 33. Deut. 1,4. Josh. 13, 3 1, Ps. 60; 80. II. Sam. 3, 5. I. Chr. 3, 3. Isa. 15, 8. Josh. 10, 3; IS, 39. Judg. 3, 12, 14, IS. Gen. 15, 18. Ox. 3,20. Num. 11,5. Deut. 11. 10 II. K. 18.21 Ps. 78. 43. Isa. 19, 16. Jer. 2, VI. Ezek. 29, 2. Joel 3.19. Nah. 3, 9. Num. 34, 5. Josh. 15, 47. I. K.8, 65. U.K. 24, 7. II. Chr. 7, 8 Isa. 27, 12. N. T. E'HUD (strong). (1) A son of Gera, one of the "judges" of Israel, who slew Eglon and delivered the Israelites from the oppression of the Moabites. (2) Son of Bilhan .... E'KER (transplanted). Son of Sam EK'RON (extermination). A chief city of the Philistines assigned to Judah, aud after- wards to Dan. Named in the denunciations of the prophets against the people EL (mighty). God, either Jehovah or a false god. A prefix and suffix to several Hebrew words i:L'A-DAH (God has decked). Son of Tahath. E'LAH (oak). (1) A duke of Edom. (2) A valley in Judah where David slew Goliath. (3) The father of one of Solomon's oncers (4) Son of Bar.sha, king of Israel. (5) Father of Hoshca. (6) Son of Caleb. (7) A chief of the tribe of Benjamin Gen. 36, 41. Sam. 17,2 I.K.4,18; 15,8. U.K. IS, 30; 17, 1. Chr. 1,52: 4, 15; 9, 8. E'LAM (hidden). (1) A son of Shem for Gen. 10,22. whom a province in Persia was named. I. Chr. 8,24; (2) A son of Shashak. (3) A priest who 25,3. Ezr. 2 aided in the ceremony of purifving the re- 7. Neh. 7,34 built wall of Jerusalem. (4) Forefather of 10, 14; 12 42 a number who returned from captivity. (5) Isa. 11, 11; Leader of a number who returned to Jeru- 21,2. Jer.25 salem; called "the other Elam." C?) A 25. Ezek. 32, signer of Nehemiah s covenant. (7) A Le- 2 vite ., Acts 7, 10. Hcb. 11,27. Rev. 11,8. Judg. 3, 15, 16,20,21, 2J 6. I.Chr. 7, 10; 8, 6. I. Chr. 2, 27. I. Sam. 5, 10. II. K. 1,2. Amos L 9. ep. 2, 4. Chr. 7, 20 E'LAM-ITES. Original Inhabitants of Elam. Gen. 10, 22. 34 INDEX. ELI EI/A-SAH (God created). (1) A son of Pashur. (2) A son of Shaphan E'LATH or E'LOTH (a grove). A city of Idumea on the east gulf of the Red Sea. It was of much repute EL-BETH'EL (God of Bethel). The name which Jacob gave to the place where God appeared to him when he fled from Esau.. EL'DAD (God is a friend). One of the sev enty Elders chosen by Moses EL'DERS. Men among the Jews invested with authority and so named on account of their age; also an official designation of those appointed to rule and teach in the church E'LE-AD (God Ephraim defender). Descendant of E'LE-A'LEH (whither God ascends). Town of the Reubenites east of the Jordan; named by the prophets as a city of Moab E-LE'A-SAH (God made). (1) (2) Descendant of Saul. Elasah Son of Helez. Also written E'LE-A'ZAR (God is helper). (1) The third son of Aaron and his successor in the office of high-priest which he held for many years. (2) The son of Aminadab. (3) One of the three mighty men who aided David in smit- ing the Philistines. (4) A priest who went up with Ezra to Jerusalem. (5) A priest in the time of Nehemiah. (6) An ancestor of Joseph, the husband of Mary. (7) Son of Mahli. (8) Jew who took a foreign wife . . E-LECT' (chosen). Used to denote those se- lected by God for special office, work, or honor. Besides its Scriptural and thelogical use it had an ecclesiastical meaning. It was sometimes applied to the highest class of catechumins, elected to baptism; also, to the baptized EL'E-LO'HE-IS'RA-EL (God, the mighty God of Israel). Name of Jacob's altar in Ca- naan E'LEPH (the ox). Town of Benjamin EL-HA'NAN (God Is gracious). (1) A man who slew Goliath's brother. (2) One of David's mighty men E'LI (Jehovah is high). (1) The high-priest and judge of Israel who immediately pre- ceded Samuel. (2) The last of our Saviour's ancestors according to the flesh. (3) The exclamation of Christ on the cross (mean lng "My God.") E-LI'AB. (1) A captain of Zebulun. Father of Dathan and Abiram. (3) O. T. Ezr. 10, 22. Jer. 29,3. Num. 33, 35. Deut. 2, 8. II. K. 16, 6. II. Chr. 26,2 Gen. 35, 7. Num. 11, 16, 26, 27. Gen. 50, 7. Lev. 4, 15. Num. 11,25. Deut. 29, 10. I. Sam. 16,4, I. Chr. 7,21 Num. 32,3, 37. Isa. 15, 4; 16, 9. Jer. 4 8, 34. I. Chr. 2,39; ",37; 9,43. Ex. 6, 25; 28, 1. Lev. 10,16 Num. 3,2,32; 20,28'.26,60. Jos. 17, 4. I.Sam. 7,1. II. Sam. 23,9. I. Chr. 6,3; 23, 21, 22; 24, 28. Ezr.8,33. Neh. 12, 42. Isa. 42, 1. N. T. Gen. 33 20. Josh. 18, 28. II. Sam. 21, 19; 23, 24. I. Chr. 11,26 20,5. I. Sam. 1,25 2, 11, 12, 20, 22, 27; 3, 5, 6. 8, 12, 14; 4, 14. I. K. 2,27. brother of David. (4) A valiant man of the Gadites. (5) A musician for the service of the Tabernacle. (6) Ancestor of Samuel; also called Elihu and Eliel io\ Num. 1. 9; A '2, 7; 10, 16. E-LI'A-DA (God is knowing). (1) A son of David. (2) The chief captain of Benjamin in the time of Jehoshaphat E-LI'A-DAH (God knows). Father of Rezon. E-LI'AH (God-Jehovah). (1) Benjamite chief. (2) A son of Elam E-LI'AH-BA (whom God hides). A Shaalbon- ite, one of David's guard of "thirty" Deut. 11, 6. I. Sam. 17, 28. 1. Chr. 6, 27. II. Chr. 11, 18. II.Sam.5,16 I. Chr. 3, 8. II. Chr. 17,17 I. K. 11. 23. I. Chr. 8, 27. Ezr. 10. 26. Il.Sam. 23, 32. I. Chr. 11. 33. Matt. 15,2. Acts 4, 5. Heb. 11, 2. I. Pet. 5, 1. Rev. 4, 4. Matt. 1. 15. Matt. 24, 22 Luke 18, 7. Rom. 8, 33. Col. 3, 12. I. Tim. 5, 21 Tit. 1, 1. I. Pet. 1, 2. Matt. 27, 46 Mark 15, 34 Luke 3, 23. INDEX. ELI E-LI'A-KIM (God of raising). (1) The master of the king's household at Jerusalem in the time of Hezekiah. (2) A priest who offici- ated in purifying the rebuilt wall of Jeru- salem. (3) One named in the genealogy of Christ. (4) Son of Melea E-LI'AM (God is founder of the people). (1) Father of Bath-sheba; also called Ammiel. (2) One of David's heroes E-LI'AS. See Elijah. E-LI'A-SAPH (added of God). (1) A chief of the tribe of Dan. (2) Son of Lael E-LI'A-SHIB (God will restore). (1) High- priest who succeeded Joiakim. (2) Priest in the time of David. (3) Son of Elioenai. (4) The name of three Israelites who took for- eign wives E-LI'A-THAH (to whom God comes), of Heman A son E-LFDAD (loved of God). Benjamite prince. O. T. II. K.18.18; 23,34. II. Chr. 36, 4. Neh. 12,41. Isa. 22, 20; 36, 11; 37. 2 H.Sam. 11,3; 23,34. I. Chr. 3, 5 Num. 1. 14; 2, 14; 3, 24; 7, 42; 10. 20. I. Chr. 3,24; 24, 12. Ezr. 10, 24, 27, 36. Neh. 3, 1,20, 21. I. Chr. 25, 4 27. Num. 34, 21 E'LI-EL (God of gods). (1) A Manasslte chief (2) Two chiefs of Benjamin. (3) Son of Joan; probably same as Elihu 3, and Eliab 6. (4) Three of David's heroes. (5) A Le- vite chief. (6) Levite in charge of the Tern pie offerings , E'LI-E'NA-I (toward Jehovah are my eyes), A Benjamite E-LI-E'ZER (God of help). (1) Steward and heir of Abraham; probably a near relative. (2) Priests who accompanied the Ark from the house of Obed-edom. (3) A Reubeuite ruler. (4) Prophet who prophesied against Jehoshaphat. (5) A chief Israelite. (6) Son of Moses. (7) Son of Jorim. (8) Son of Becher. (9) The name of several with for- eign wives EL'I-HO-REPH (God of autumn). Scribe of Solomon E-LI'HU (God himself). (1) One of Job's :hree friends. (2) Manasite warrior. (3) Son of Tohu. (4) A chief of the tribe of Judah. (5) A porter of the Temple E-LI'JAH (God-Jehovah). He appears in sacred history as the great prophet and re- former, whose sole object was to awaken Israel to the conviction that Jehovah was the only God, and that idols and idolatry were vain. He was the honored instrument in several instances of miraculous power, and was exempted from death by being translated '. E'LIM (palm trees). The second encampment of the Israelites after they crossed the Red sea E-LIM'E-LECH (God is king), of Naomi The husband E-LI-O-E'NA-I (toward Jehovah are my eyes). (1) Descendant of Benjamin. (2) Head of a Simeonite family. (3) A Korhite Levite. (4) Eldest son of Neariah. (5) A priest who married a foreign wife. (6) Son of Zattu.. EL-I-PHAL' (God his judge), called Eliphelet Son of Ur; also E-LIPH'A-LET. See Eliphelet No. 5. N. T. Matt. 1, 13. Luke 3,30,31 l.Chr. 5, 24 6, 34; 8, 20, 22; 11, 46, 47 12, 11; 15, 9 11. II. Chr. 31.13. I. Chr. 8, 20, Gen. 15, 2. Ex. 18, 4. I. Chr. 7, 8; IS, 24; 23, 15 17; 27, 16. II. Chr. 20, 37. Ezr. 8, 16; 10, 18, 23, 31. I.K.4, 3. I. Sam. 1, 1. I. Chr. 12,20; 26, 7; 27, 18. Job 32, 2; 35, 1; 36,-1. I. K. 17,1; 18, 2; 19, 1; 21, 20. II. K. 1, 8; 13, 17,2,1,8,11; 3, 11; 9,36. II. Chr. 21, 12. Ezr. 10, 21. Mai. 4.5. Ex.l5,27;i6,l Num.33.9.10; Ruth 1.2;2,1 4,3. I. Chr.3,23, 24; 4,36; 7,8 26,3- Ezra 10, 22, 27. Neh.12,41. II.S»m.23, 34. I.Chr.ll 35. Gen. 36,4.10 11,12,15, EL'I-PHAZ (God the strong). (1) Son of Esau and Adah. (2) One of Job's three . friends who came to condole with him. He vV /•.,'?'. was the first to take up the complaint and i?i.,.>H renlv to Job's Dasslonate comolaints jra'o ' reply to Job's passionate complaints Luke 3, 29. Matt. 11, 14; 16, 14; 17, 3. Mark 6, 15; 15,35 Luke 1, 17; 4, 25; 9, 8.54 Rom. 11,2. Jam. 5, 17. 35 INDEX. ELO E-LIPH'E-LEH (whom God distinguished). Merarlte Levite E-LIPH'E-LET (God of deliverance). (1) Son of David; also called Elpalet. (2) Descend- ant of Saul. (3) A companion of Ezra. (4) Israelite who took a foreign wi r o. (5) One of David's guard; also called Eliphal. (6) Son of David; prooably same as No. x. Also called Eliphalet O. T. I.Chr. 15.18, 21. II. Sam. 5, 16, 23,34. I.Chr. 3,6,8; 8,39; 11,35:14,5,6, . Ezra 8,13; 10, 33. E-LIS'A-BETH (God her oath). Wife of Zacharias and wife of John the Baptist . . . EL'I-SE'US. See Elisha E-LI'SHA (God is salvation). A native of Abel-meholah, a place in the Jordan Valley between the Sea of Galilee and the Dead Sea. He was anointed by Elijah, whom he then followed for eight years; and was present when he was translated to heaven, after which he became his successor. There was a striking difference between the dis- ciple and the master in their exercise of their prophetic office. Elisha was as ten- der and gentle as Elijah was stern and austere; Elijah's task was to inaugurate a radical reform! Elisha's to still the trou- bled waters; and probably the latter's min- istration was as effective as the former's. He exercised the prophetic office for about sixty years. Another form, Eliseus E-LISH'A-MA (God is hearer). (1) A captain of Ephraim. (2) A son of David. (3) Grandfather of lshmael. (4) An Israelite of Judah. (5) A priest in the time of Jehosha- phat. (6) A scribe in the time of Jehoiakim E-LISH'A-P1IAT (God of judgment;. Zichri ~ Son of E-LISH'E-BA (covenant-God). Wife of Aaron. EL'I-SHU'A (God his salvation). A son of David; also called Elishama EL-T'UD (God of majesty). One named in the paternal genealogy of Jesus E-LIZ'A-PHAN (God a protector). (1) Son of Uzziel, uncle of Aaron, and head of a fam- ily of Kohath; also called Elzaphan. (2) Son of Parnaeh, a deputy appointed to di- vide the land ! E-LpZUR (God his rock). A prince of Reu- ben at the time of the taking of the census I.L". 19,16, 17,19,21. II K.2.12 3,4, 5,9,12,14, 15, 19; 3,11,13. 14; 4. 2,8,17 32,30; 5, 8, 9, 10,20,25; 6,1 12,17,18,19, 20.21,31 32; 8,1,4,5,7,13 14; 9,1;13,14, 15,16,17,20. 21. Num. 1,10; 2,18; 10,22. II,Sam.5.16. I.Chr. 2,41. II. Chr.17 8. Jer. 36, 12. Il.Chr. 23, 1. Ex. 6,23. II.Sam.5,15. I.Chr. 14,5. Ex. 6,22. Num. 3, 30; 34,25. I.Chr, 15,8. Il.Chr 29.13. Num.1.5; 2. 10; 7,30.3:; in the wilderness 10, 10. EL'KA-NAH (God is possessing). There is Ex 6,24. [I much difficulty and uncertainty in the dis- Sam.1.1.4,8 crimination of the various persons who bear 19,21,23; 2 this name. (1) Husband of Hannah, and 11,20. I.Chr father of Samuel. (2) A son or grandson of S.23 25 26 Korah. (3) A descendant of Kohath. (4) 35,36; 9,16 Father of Asa. (5) An Israelite who joined 12,6; 15,23 David at Ziklag. (6) An officer of Ahaz .. Il.Chr. 20,7 EL'KOSH. Birthplace of the prophet Na- Nah. 1, 1. hum, in Assyria near Mosul (Nineveh) EL'LA-SAR. Territory in Asia, whose king Gen. 14, 9. - invaded Canaan in Abraham's time EL-MO'DAM. An ancestor of Jesus EL'NA-THAN (God is giving). (1) The father II. K. 24, of Nehushta the mother of Jehoiakim. (2) Ezr.8,16. Name of three Jews in the time of Ezra . . Jer. 26,22; 36, 12. EL'O-HIM. See God. N. T. INDEX. END Luke 1, 5, 7, 13, 24. Luke 4. 27 Matt. 1. 14, 15. E-LO'I. See God. Luke 3. 28. E'LON (strong). (1) The father of Bashe- math, a wife of Esau. (2) A son of Zebu- lun. (!) A town in Dan. (4) A Hebrew judge E'LON-BETH-HA'NAN (oak of the house). Town of Dan. Perhaps identical with Elon. EL'PA-AL (God his reward). A Benjamite, founder of a numerous family EL'TE-KEH (God is its fear). Levital city of Dan EL-TO'LAD (God's kindred). A town of Ju- dah given to Simeon; also called Tolad .... E'LUL (the gleaning month). The sixth month of the ecclesiastical year of the Jews, beginning with the new moon in Septem- ber. It is the twelfth month of their civil year E-LU'ZA-I (God is defensive). Benjamite warrior EL'Y-MAS (a sorcerer). Name applied to the false prophet, Bar-jesus EL'ZA-BAD (given of God). (1) One of Da- vid's guard. (2) A Korhite Levite EM-BALM. Process of preserving a corpse by means of spices. The Hebrews learned the art from the Egyptians, and it became common among them in the time of Christ. EM-BROID'ER-ER. One proficient in weav- ing patterns of different colored threads. Embroidery does not refer to needlework . . EM'ER-ALD (shining). A precious stone of a pure green color, to which it owes its chief value O. T. Gen.26.34; 36,2,46,14. Num. 26.26. Judg. 12, 11. Josh.19,43. I. K. 4, 9. I.Chr.8,11, 12,18. Josh. 19. 44: 21,23. Josh. 15.30; 19.4. I.Chr. 4,29. Neh.'6. IS. I. Chr. 12. S. E'MIMS (the terrible). A warlike and gi- gantic race who in Abraham's time occu- pied the country beyond the Jordan, after- wards possessed by the Moabites EM-MAN'UEL. A name applied to the Mes- siah. Another form, Immanue) EM'MA-US (hot spring.) A village about seven miles from Jerusalem where Christ appeared to t~o cf his disciples on the day of his resurrection. See photograph, opp. page 734 EM'PIRE. The country under the domiuion cf an emperor or other supreme ruler EN (fountain). Prefix to many names of places, in Hebrew, where there are living springs in the vicinity I.Chron. 12, 12; 26, 7. Cen. 50,2,3, 26. II. Chr. 16,14. Ex.28.4; 35. 35; 38,23. Ezek.26,16. Ex.28 18. Ezek.27,16; 28, 13. Gen. 14,5. Deut. 2,10. Is. 7,14. H.T. Esth. 1,20. E'NAM (the double). A city in the lowlands G en 38 14 of Judah Josh.15,34. E'NAN (having eyes). Father of Ahira, prince of the tribe of Naphtali when Israel was numbered in the- desert EN-CAMP-MENT. Term applied to any band or company of a uniform 'appearance; a standing camp; a nomad party at rest; an army or caravan on the march; the resting place of an army or company EN-CHANT'MENT. See Divination, Magician, Num. 24, 1. Sorcery Isa. 47, 9. Num.l,15;2 29; 7,78,83; 10, 27. Gen.32,7,8, 21. Ex.14,9; 1S.27. Josh 10, 5; 11,4. Acts 13, 8. Mark 15. 46 16, 1. John 12, 7; 19, 39. 40. Rev. 4, 3; 21, 19. Matt. 1. 23. Luke 24, 13, rtark 15, 34. END. The extreme point of any material thing. A ceasing to exist; the close or ter- mination of life; death. See World, End of the I.Sam.14,27, Prov. 14. 12, Amos. 3, 15. Matt. 13, 39 Luke 1, 33. Rom. 6. 21. 36 INDEX. ENO EN'DOR (fountain cf Dor). Town of Galilee on the northern slope of Little Hermon, the abode of the sorceress whom Saul consulted. EN-DUR'ANCE. This is the state of patient- ly bearing whatever it is our lot to bear. Difficulty and suffering' are necessary to evoke the highest forms) of character, en- ergy, and genius. There is virtue in pas- sive endurance which is often greater than the glory of success. It meets difficulties with a .smile and stands* erect under the heaviest burdens. Suffering patiently and enduringly borne is one of the noblest at- tributes of man. History is full of inci- dents which illustrate this great principle; but it is in the home, in the kitchen, ia the garret, by the bedside; it is in the dull routine of daily life, that the brightest ex- amples of patient endurance are found . . . EN-DURE'. To bear; to sustain; to support without giving way or breaking down; to bear with patience; to suffer; to put up with; to tolerate; to abide E'NE-AS. See Aeneas. EN'EG'LA-IM (fountain of two calves). Town of Moab EN'E-MY. One who is very unfriendly or hostile to another; or who in strongly op- posed to, or dislikes any subject or cause . . EN'GAN'NIM (guardian's fountain). (1) Town of Judah. (2) Levltical city of Issachar... EN-GE'DI (kids' fountain). (1) City of Judah near the Dead Sea which gai e its name to that part of the desert where David went for fear of Saul. (2) Wilderness of En-gedi is the neighboring part of the wild region west of the Dead Sea EN'GINE. A term exclusively applied to mil- itary affairs in the Bible EN-GRAVER. A carver in wood or stone, as well as an engraver of precious metals . . . EN'HAD-DAH (swift spring). Town of Is- sachar EN'HAK'EO-RE (fountain of the crier). Spring miraculously supplied to Samson in Lehi EN-LARGE. To broaden, to set at liberty, to render more extensive. Figurative; enlarg- ing of borders means conquests; to enlarge nations, to grant them liberty; enlarge- ment of the heart imports love, care, and joy; enlargement of the mouth denotes readiness to answer reproaches and to pour forth praise to God EN-LIGHT'EN ing strength. BHgurative: God enlightens people's darkness when they are freed from trouble; their eyes are enlightened when they see his glory O. T. Jos. 17, 11. I. Sam. 28, 7. Ps. 83, 10. N. T. Gen.33,14. Ex. 18, 23. Est. 8, 6. Job 8. 15. Ezel:. 47, 10. Ex. 23,22. Esth. 7, 4. Job 33, 10. Ps.7, S. Josh. 15, 34: 19. 21; 21, 29! Jos.15.G2. I. Sam. 23, 29; 24,1. Il.Chr. 20, 2. Cant. 1, 14. Ezek. 47, 10. II. Chr. 26, 15. Ezek. 26,9. Ex.28,11; 35 35; 33, 23. Josh. 19, 21 Jud S . 15. 19, Deut. 12, 20 19.8; 33, 20. I. Sam. 2,1. II. Sam. 2- 37. Esth. 4, 14. Job 12, 23. Ps. 4, 1; 18,36; 119,32 To give evidence of return- I.Sam. 14,27, 29. Job. 33. 30. Ps. 13. 28; 19, 8; 97.4. EN'MISH'PAT (fountain of judgment). An- cient name of Kadesh, in the wilderness oi Paran ENTMI-TY. Variance; discord; contrariety of Interests; animosity E'NOCH (initiated). (1) The eldest son of Cain. (2) The father of Methuselah. He was the type of perfected humanity, and was translated; also called Henoch. (3) The first city mentioned in Scripture E'NOS (man). A son of Seth and grandson of Adam. He died at the aye of 905. More correct form Enosh Matt. 24, 13. II. Tim. 2. 3. Heb. 12, 7. I. Pet. 2. 19. Luke 6, 27. Acts 13, 10. Rom. 12. 20, Jam. 4, 4. Eph. 1, 13. Heb. 6. 4. Gen. 14, 7. Gen. 3.15. Num. 35. 21. Gen.4,17,13; 5,18,19,21, 22,23,24. I. Chr. 1, 3. Gen.4,26;5 6,7.9,10,11. I. Chr. 1,1 Luke 23, 12 Jam. 4,4. Luke 3, 37. Heb. 11, 5. Jude 14. Luke 3, 33 INDEX. EPII EN-RIM'MON (fountain of pomegranates). A town of judah. Probably identical with Ain and Rimmon EN-RO-GEL (fuller3' fountain). A fountain near Jerusalem on the boundary-line be- tween Judah and Benjamin EN-SHE'MESH (fountain of the sun). Well between Judah and Benjamin, near Bethany EN-TREAT'. (1) To abuse, to use shameful- ly. (2) To ask, pray, beseech. EN'VY. (1) Displeasure at the prosperity of another, with the wish tuat it was ours, not theirs. (2) The passion which desires to bring another down below our level, while it covets what he possesses O. T. Josh. 15,32 I. Chr. 4, 32 Neh. 11.29. Josh. 15.7. II. Sam, 17, 17. I.K.1.9. Josh. 15. 7; 18. 17. Ex. 8, 8. Ruth 1. 16. N.T. Gen. 31,1; 37 Matt. 27,18. 11. Job 5,2. Mark 15, 10. Prov. 14, 30; Acts 5, 17. 27.4. Eccl.4, Rom. 1, 29. 4. Isa.11,13. EP-AEN'E-TTJS (praised). Friend of Paul E'PAPH-RO-DI'TUS. Messenger of the church at Philippi to Paul during his Imprisonment. E'PHAH. A measure for things dry, equal to the bath for liquids. It contains about three pecks and a half E'PHAH (darkness). (l)'EIdest son of Midian who gave his name to a city on the Dead Sea. (2) Concubine of Caleb. (3) Son of Jahdai E'PHAI (birdlike). Israelite whose sons were not carried into Babylon ETHER (gazelle). (1) Second son of Midian, and brother of Ephah. (2) Son of Ezra. (3) Head of a Manassite family E-PHES-DAM'MIM (boundary of blood). A place in Judah where the Philistines en- camped E-PHE'SIANS, E-PIS'TLE TO THE. This Epistle was written by Paul to uphold and fortify the Christian faith of the church at Ephesus. After the brief beginning there is a thanksgiving for the foreordaining grace of God, and an exhortation to apply the Christian doctrines to the duties of active life EPH'E-SuG. In Paul's time the principal commercial city of Asia Minor, wealthy, elegant, and licentious, and the capital of the Ionian Confederacy, which had its treas- ury in the Temple of Diana. That building was one of the wonders of the world, and was looked upon by the whole Ionic race as Solomon's Temple was by the Jews E'PHOD (Image). (1) The father of Hanniel, EPH'OD. An article of dress worn by He- brew priests. It was of plain linen except that of the high-priest which was embroid cred in various colors. It was sometimes worn by those who were not priests; but only during some holy employment EPH'PHA-THA. A syriac word spoken by Christ when he cured one deaf and dumb . . E'PHRA-IM (fruitful). (1) The younger son of Joseph who had precedence over his twin brother Manasseh in being blessed by Jacob. (2) One of the twelve tribes of Israel. (3) City in the wilderness of Judah, near Jeru- salem. (4) Mountain or group of mountains Sn Palestine. (5) Forest in which Absalom lost his life. (6) One of the gates of Jeru- salem E'PHRA-IN. City of Israel . . Luke 18, 32 Phil. 4, 3. Phil. 1. IS. I. Tim. 6, 4. Rom. 16. 5. Phil. 2. 25; 4,18. Isa. 5, 10. Amos 8, 5. Zech.5, 8. Gen. 25, 4. I. Chr. 1,33; 2,46.47. Isa. 60,6. Jer. 40, 8. Gen. 25. 4. I. Chr. 1,33; 4,17; 5, 24. I. Sam. 17.: Num.34,23. Ex.25,7.Lev, 8,7. I.Sam.2 18. II.Sam.6 14. l.Chr.15, 27. Hos.3,4 Gen.41,52:48 1. Josh.17, 15; 20, 7. Judg.2,9. II. Sam. 13,23; 18.6. Il.Chr. 15,9; 25,23. Neh. 8,16. lI.Chr.13,19 Acts 18,19,21 24; 19, 1. 17, 26,35; 20,16. I. Cor. 15,32; 16,8. I.Tim. 1.3. H.Tlm.l 18;4,12. Rev. 1.11; 2,1. : Mark 7. 34. John 11. 54. 87 INDEX. E3E N. T. INDEX. ETH UPH'RA-TAH (fertility). (1) Ancient name of Bethlehem; also called Ephrath. (2) Sec- ond wife of Caleb, son of Hezron EPH'RATH-ITE. (1) Applied to Ellmelech and family. (2) Designation of Elkanah, Samuel's father. (3) Inhabitants of Ephraim; also called Ephraimites E'PHRON (strong). (1) A son of Zohar the Hittite from whom Abraham purchased the field and cave of Machpelah. (2) A mountain between Judah and Benjamin . ... Ruth 4, 11. I. Chr. 2,50. Ps. 132,6. Ruth 1. 2. I. Sam. 1,1. I. K. 11.26- Gen.23,8.16 25,9; 49,29. 30; 50,13. Josh. 15. 9. EP-I-CU-RE'ANS. A sect of philosophers founded by Epicurus of Attica. They were essentially atheists and made pleasure the object of life i-PIS'CO-PA-CY. Form of church govern- ment followed by the majority of Christian communions. The meaning of the word is a division of a country containing a church Into dioceses, each having at its head a bishop with more or less power who has under him priests and deacons. The power of ordination belongs to the bishop alone . . E-PIS'TLES. The inspired letters addressed by the Apostles or first preachers of Chris- tianity to churches or individuals. Thirteen were by Paul, three by John, two by Peter, one by James, one by Jude, and one to the Hebrews, which is anonymous. See each Epistle under its own title ER (watchful). (1) Eldest son of Judah who married Tamar. (2) Descendant of Shi ioh. (3) Father of Elmodan , E'RAN (watching). Grandson of Ephraim E-RAS'TTJS (beloved). (1) A Christian ap- parently of Ephesus whom Paul sent into Macedonia. (2) A Corinthian, and one of Paul's disciples E'RECH. City in the p'.ain of Shinar Matt. 11. 18, Luke 7, 33. Acts 17, 18, l.Cor. 15,32, Acts 15,30. Rom. 16,22. I. Cor. 5, 9, II. Cor. 3, 2. Col. 4, 16. I.Thess. 5,27 II. Thess. 2, 15.II.Pet.3,l Gen. 38, 7. Luke 3,28, Num. 26. 19- I. Chr. 4, 21 Num. 26, 36. Gen. 10. 10. E-RECH-THE'TJM. This magnificent temple of Athenia Polias was near the northern wall of the Acropolis, and north of the Parthenon. It was of the Ionic order, ob- long in shape, and having porticoes adorned with columns as its eastern, northern, and southern extremities. It is now a com- plete ruin. See photograph, opp. page 774. E-SA'IAS. See Isaiah. E'SAR-HAD'DON (gift of fire). Son and suc- cessor of Sennacherib king of Assyria; also called Asnapper I E'SATJ (hairy). (1) The elder son of Isaac and Rebekah. He sold his birthright to Jacob, his twin brother, for a mess of red pot- tage. He was the progenitor of the Edom- ites. (2) The name is sometimes used the denote the people who sprang from him or the country they dwelt in ES-CHA-TOL'O-GY (the last things). Doctrine of the final condition of man and the world as represented by the Scriptures II.K.19.37. Ezr. 4, 2, 10. Isa. 37, 38. Gen. 25. 25; 27,11; 32,3; 33,4. Deut.2 5. Josh.24,4. Jer. 49,10. Ob. 6. Mai 1.2, 3." Acts 19, 22, Rom.16,23. II. Tim. 4,20 Rom. 9, 13. Heb. 11, 20; 12.16. ES-DRA-E'LON. Is the most fertile, pictur- esque, and historically important plain in Palestine, and lies between the hills of Gal- ilee and those of Samaria. It has been the scene of many important battles. Jezreel "Valley is in the southeastern part of it, and its name is sometimes given to the whole. It is also called the valley of Megiddo. See photograph, opp. page 100 II. Chr.3S,22 E'SEK (strife). Well in the valley of Gerar. Gen. 26, 20 ESH'BAN (wise hero). A Horite, son Dishon, or more accurately Dishan of ESH'COL. (cluster of grapes). (1) An Amorite, ally of Abraham. (2) Valley near Hebron from which the Hebrew spies brought a specimen of the fruit of Canaan E'SHEK (oppression). Descendant of Saul. . E3H'TA-OL (hollow way). A town of Dan which first belonged to Judah ESH'TE-MO'A (obedience). (1) Town of Ju- dah, ceded to the priests. (2) Descendants of Ezra. Also called Eshtemoh ESH'TON (restful), tribe of Judah . , Son of Mehir of the ES'LI. Ancestor of Joseph, Mary's husband. ES-POTJS'AL. Either betrothal or marriage. Figuratively used to express the union of believers with God and Christ ES-TATE'. Settled condition in life. Some- times used to denote a certain class of men. ES'THER (star). A beautiful Jewish orphan of the tribe of Benjamin who was adopted by her uncle Mordecai and brought to the court of Ahasuerus who made her his queen. By her influence her people were saved from the doom of extirpation. Her Hebrew name was Hadassah O. T. Gen. 36. 26 I. Chr. 1,41. Gen.14,13,24 Num.13,23, 24; 32, 9. Deut. 1, 24. I.Chr.8.39. Josh. 15, 33. Judg. 13.25. Josh. 15,50; 21,14. I.Chr, 4,19; 6,57. I.Chr.4.11. 12. II. Sam. 3.14 Cant. 3, 11. Isa. 54, 5. I. Chr.17,17. Esth. 1,19. Ezek. 16, SS. Esth. 2, 7, 8, 10,11,17,18, 22; 4.4,12,17; 5,2,3,12; 7,2 7; 8,3,4,7; 9,29,32. N. T. E'TAM (lair of wild beasts). (1) Town of the tribe of Judah, decorated by Solomon, and fortified by Rehoboam. (2) Village of Sim- eon. (3) Rock in Judah where Samson went E-TER'NAL. Existing from the beginning Deut, 33, 27. without change; anything that is everlast- Isa.60,15, ing Judg.15,8,11 I.Chr.4,3,32. II.Chr.11,6. E-TER'NI-TY OP GOD. The perpetual con- tinuation of his being, without beginning, end, or succession E'THAM. The second station of the Israel- ites after leaving Egypt E'THAN (ancient). (1) A renowned sage. (2) Son of Zerah the son of Judah; supposed to be the same as No. 1. (3) Name of two Le- vites ETH'A-NIM (the perennial). The first month of the civil year of the Jews, and the sev- enth month of their sacred year. It cor- responds nearly with October ETH'BA-AL (with Baal). King of Sidon E'THI-O'PI-A. As understood by the Greeks and Romans it denoted any country peopled by the dark races. The Hebrews under- stood Ethiopia or African Cush to be the whole region south of Egypt above Syene. Its limits to the west and south were un- defined but it probably extended east to the Red Sea. It was inhabited by the Cushites, a Hamitic people. They formed a mighty empire and developed a high civilization ..,,.,., E'THI-O'PI-AN. Designation of Zerah and Ebed-melech E'THI~0'PI-AN EU'NUCH. Eunuch of Queen Candace, baptized by Philip E'THI-O'PI-AN WOM'AN. Designation of the wife of Moses. Either Zipporah or a later wife Luke 3. 25. Matt. 1, 18. Luke 1, 27. II. Cor. 11,2 Mark 6, 21. Luke 1, 48. Acts 22, 5. Isa. 57. 15. Jer. 10, 10. Mic. 5, 2. Ex. 13. 20. Num. 33. 6. I. K.4,31. I.Chr. Z.6.8; 6, 42, 44; IS 17, 19. Lev. 23,24,2'i 34,39. I.K.8, 2. Enr.3,1,6. I. K. 16, 31. II.K.19,9. Est. 1, 1; 8,9 Job. 28, 19. Ps. 68, 31. Isa.l8,i;20,3; 37,9; 43,3; 45 14. Ezek. 30, 4; 38,5. Nah. 3,9. II. Chr. 14,9. Jer. 38,7. Num. 12. 1. Mark 3, 29. Eph. 3, 11. Rom. 1,23. Eph. 3, 11. Rev. 1,4. Acts 8. 27. Acts 8, 27,34 36. 38, 39. 33 INDEX. EXH ETH'NI (munificent). Forefather of Asaph. EU-BU'LUS (good in counsel). Christian at Rome ........ EU'CHA-RIST (giving of thanks). Sacrament of the Lord's Supper EU'NICE (good victory). The mother of Paul's disciple Timotheus EU'NUCH. (1) A person employed by East- ern kings to take charge of the royal harem. (2) An officer of the court in general ..... EU-O'DI-AS (fragrant). A female disciple at Philippi. More correct form Euodia EU-PHRA'TES. The largest river of West- ern Asia rises on the northern side of Mount Ararat, runs in a southeasterly di rection, and empties into the Persian Gulf after a course of seventeen hundred and eighty miles. Tt is mentioned as one of the rivers of Eden EU-r"OC'LY-DON. A tempestuous wind from the east-northeast EU'TY-CHUS (fortunate). A young man of Troas, restored to life by Paul E-VAN'GEL-ISTS (messengers of good news). A special class of religious teachers who preached the Gospel wherever they were called EVE. This term properly signifies life, and the first woman was thus named because she was the mother of all living. While Adam slept God took one of his ribs, and fashioned out of it a woman. Adam recog- nized the identity of substance, and unity of life, and called the new creation "female man," because she was taken out of man; she then became Adam's helpmeet in the Garden of Eden E'VI (desire). Prince of Midian slain by the Israelites. His lands were allotted to Reu- ben EV'I-DENCE. A "bill of sale," register, document, deed, written paper E'VIL. The Scriptures carefully distinguish between physical and moral evil. Physical or natural evil is that which in any way disturbs the perfection of natural beings, as blindness, disease, death. Moral evil is the disagreement between the actions of a moral agent and the rule of those actions. Acting contrary to the revealed laws of the Deity, it is called wickedness, or sin. Ap- plied to an act contrary to a mere rule of fitness, it is termed a fault E'VIL-ME-RO'DACH. A king of Babylon, son and successor of Nebuchadnezzar, who O. T. I. Chr. 6/.41. N. T. II. Tim. 4.21 INDEX. FAB Acts 16, 1. II.Tim.1,5. II.K.9,32.Is. Matt. 19, 12. S6.3. Jer.29.|Acts 8,27,34 2. Dan. 1, 9. 36, 38, 39. Gen. 2, 14. Deut. 1,7. Il.Sam. 8,3. Il.K.23,29. I. Chr. 5,9. II Chr.35,20 Jer. 13, 4. Gen.1,26-28; 2,21,23,24; 3, 7,15,16,21; 4, 1.2,25; 5,3,4. released Jehoiachin, prison king of Judah from 31-34 Num. 31. 8. Josh 13, 21. Jer.32,10,11, 14,16,44. Gen. 19, 19. Ex. 5, 23. Deut. 19, 20. I.Sam.20,7. II.K.21,12. Job2,10, Ps, 5,4. Prov.l, 16. Jer. 1,14. Ezek. 7, 5. Dan. 9, 14. Joel 2, 13. U.K. 25,27- 30. Jer.52, EX'AL-TA'TION OF CHRIST. It consisted in his rising again from the dead; in ascend- ing Into Heaven; in sitting on the right hand of God the Father; and in coming to judge the world at the last day EX'COM-MU'NI-CA'TION. Penalty whereby persons guilty of sin are cut off from the communion of the church, and all spiritual advantages. In Jewish excommunication there was the temporary exclusion, and the permanent ban or Anathema EX'HOR-TA'TION. Entreaty, admonition, consolation. The Scriptures enjoined min- isters to rouse men to duty; and it was the constant practice of Christ and the Apos- tles . . . .. : . . . Phil. 4, 2. Rev. 9. 14; 16. 12. Acts 27. 14. Acts 20,9-11 Acts 21, 8. Eph. 4, 11. H.Tim.4,5. Il.Cor. 11.3 I. Tim. 2, 13 Heb. 11. 1. Matt. 5, 11. Mark 9, 39. Luke 6,45. John 3, 20. Acts 9, 13. Rom. 2, 9. I. Cor. 13, 5 I.Thess.5,15 I.Tim. 6, 10 Tit. 3, 2. Jam. 3,8. III. John 11 Matt. 18, 15; 16,17. John 9,34. I.Cor.5 5,7.II.Thess 3, 14. 15. Luke 3, 10. Acts 13, 15. Rom. 12, 8. Heb. 13, 22. EX'ILE. Person expelled from his country by authority EX'O-DUS (a going forth). The departure of the Israelites from Egypt under the leader- ship of Moses EX'O-DUS, BOOK OF. The second book of the Old Testament, containing the history of the escape of the Israelites from bond- age in Egypt until their arrival at Sinai; also the Ten Commandments. It is the sec- ond book of Moses EX'OR-CISTS. Those who pretended to cast out devils by adjuring EYE. This important organ is used figura- tively as a symbol of many objects and ideas. "In one's eyes," means, "in his presence," or "in his judgment." "To set eyes" on one Is to look upon him with evil or good intent EZ'BON. (1) Son of Gad and founder of a Gadite family. (2) Son of Bela EZ'E-KI'AS. See Hezekiah E-ZE'KI-EL (strength of God). One of the four great prophets. Son of Buzi a priest, and carefully educated. We know that he was in captivity because his prophecy was dated on the bank of the river Chebar in the fifth year of Jehoiachin' s captivity. He was energetic, earnest and spiritual minded E-ZE-KI-EL, BOOK OF. It consists of two parts; the first, written before the fall of Jerusalem; the second, after that event. • They differ with respect to their contents; but not In reference to their character . . E'ZEL (division). The name given to a stone where Jonathan parted from David E'ZER (help). (1) Son of Ephraim. (2) Priest who assisted in dedicating the walls of Jerusalem. (3) Son of Hur. (4) A Le- vite who ruled Mizpeh. (5) Gadite warrior. (6) Edomite chief; sometimes called Ezar, a less correct form E'ZI-ON-GE'BER (giant's back bone). An- cient city on the eastern arm of the Red Sea; one of the stations of the Israelites. Also called Ezion-gaber EZ'NITE (spear). Adino, perfect of David's guard. Also called Joshobeam, a Hachmon- ite EZ'RA (help). (1) A Jewish scribe and priest, a lineal descendant of Phinehas, who led the second expedition of Jews back from the Babylonian exile into Palestine. He un- dertook many reforms, among them the in- ter-marriage with foreign women and the reorganization of public worship. Writer of the Book of Ezra. Nothing is known of his later life. (2) Descendant of Judah. (3) Priest who returned with Zerubbabel from Babylon EZ'RA, BOOK OF. It is in two parts. The first narrates the return of the five thousand under Zerubbabel; and the sec- ond, the return of the colony under Ezra. It may be considered as a continuation of the Chronicles, which were also supposed to have been written by Ezra EZ'RI (help of Jehovah). Son of Chelub F FA'BLE. It differs from the parable by drawing its illustrations from animal and vegetable life, supposed to be endowed with O. T. II.Sam.15,19 Isa. 51, 14. N. T. Ex. 21, 24. Lev. 21, 20. Deut. 28, 54, Ezra 5. 5. Ps. 33, 18. Mic. 4, 11. Gen. 46, 16. Num. 26, 16. I. Chr. 7,7. Ezek. 24, 24 I. Sam. 20.19 Gen. 36, 21, 27,30. I.Chr 1 38,42; 4,4; 7, 21; 12, 9. Neh. 3, 19; 12, 42. Num. 33, 35 Deut. 2, 8. " K. 9, 26. II.Chr.20.36 Il.Sam. 23,8. I.Chr. 11,11. I. Chr. 4,17. Ezra 7, 1, 6, 10,11,12,21, 25; 10, 1, 2, 5,6,10.16. Nch. 8, 2,4, 5, 6, 9, 13; 12, 1, 13, 26. 33, 36. I. Chr. 27,26 Acts 19, 13. Matt. 6, 23; 18, 9. Mark 9, 47. Luke 6, 41-42. I. Cor. 12,16. Rev. 1, 7. Matt. 1. 9. .Tim. 1,4; 1,7. ll.Tlm. 4. Tit. 39 INDEX. FAR human attributes; while the parable teaches spiritual truths through pictures of human liie FACE. (1) In the Scriptures it is often used to denote "presence. The "face of God" signified any manner by which God mani- fested himself to man, whether in favor or love, when It Is said to shine; or in wrath. (2) Contenance ; visage FACES, BREAD OF. Shewbread which was always in the presence of God O. T. Gen. 3. 19, Ex. 2. IS. Num. 12, 14. Deut. 1, 17. I. Sam. 5, 3. II.Chr.6.42 Prov. 7, 13 FAIR HA'VENS (good harbors). Crete Harbor of FAITH. Faith Is the assent of the mind to the truth of God's revealed will. There are two kinds. (1) Historical, which assents to the statement about the works and life of Jesus and the Apostles as historical truth. (2) Evangelical or saving faith, an assent to the truth of revelation; and an entire trust and confidence in God's character and Christ's teachings, with an unreserved sur- render of the will. Faith in the absolute sense of the word is, therefore, a spiritual and personal union with Christ through which we become one with him as he is one with the Father FAITH'FUL-NESS (stability). (1) A divine attribute denoting certainty in the accom- plishment of God's promises. (2) Also used in regard to the trustworthiness of men . . FAITH'LESS. Disbelieving, or without Christian faith, with special reference to the heathen FAL'CON. EIrd cf prey other than the vul- ture. One of the unclean birds FALL. To fail away from the truth; to fall into sin; generally applied to the sin of Adam and its consequences FAL'LOW GROUND. A field plowed up and left for seeding FALSE CHR~STS. Those who falsely claim to be the Messiah; foretold by Jesus FALSE PROPHET. Tseu do-prophet pretend- tending to be sent from God. Term used for the second "beast," the mythological system of paganism FA'MIL'IAR SPIR'IT. Spirit of a dead per- son which mediums claimed to summon to consultation, and which appeared to speak from the earth or the controling medium.. FAM'I-LY. The idea of a Christian family is a communion founded on an ethico-relig- ious basis and forming the closest of all hu- man relationship. The influence of the Christian religion upon family life was very great FAM'INE. Scarcity of food; dearth; great distress for want of food; destitution. Fam- ines are_ often mentioned in the Bible. The famine in Egypt, which lasted seven years, while Joseph was governor there, is the most remarkable FAN (to toss about). Instrument for win- nowing corn in the East. Figuratively used in reference to God's judgments FARM'ER. After the Jews entered Canaan, where each family received an inheritance of land, an agricultural life took the place of sheep and cattle raising in which the Jews had been extensively employed. Every seventh year the farmers allowed the ground to be idle, that the soil might not be exhausted; and whatever grew of its Deut. 32. 20. I.Sam. 26.23 Ps. 5, 9. Isa. 11, S. Lam. 3, 23. Lev. 11, 14. Deut. 14, 13. Prov. 16, 18. Jer. 49, 21. Ezek. 26. 15. Jer. 4. 3. Hos. 10, 12. Lev. 20, 27. Deut. 18, 11. I. Sam. 28,7. Isa. 29, 4. Lev. 20, 5. Num.3, 21. Deut. 29, 1C, Josh. 7, 14. ludg-. 1, 23. Ruth 2, 1. ^en. 12, 10. Ruth 1, 1. II. Sam. 21,1 Job 5, 20. ler. 14, 15. Ezek. 5, 12. Amos 8, 11. Isa. 30, 24. Jer. 4, 11; 15 7; 51, 2. Gen. 2, 5; 3, 19; 4,2; 9,20, Ex. 20,9; 22 5,6;23,12; 34 21. Lev. 19, 9-24; 25, 2- 27. Deut. 22 9; 23,24; 24, N. T. 1. 14. II. Pet 1.16. Matt. 6, 17. Luke 2, 31. John 11, 44 Acts 2, 25. Gal. 1, 22. Jam. 1. 23. Rev. 4, 7. Acts 27, 8. Matt. 6, 30, Mark 4, 40. Luke 17, 5. Acts 6, 5. Gal. 1,23. Eph. 4, 5. 1. Tim. 1. 5. Tit. 1. 1. Phile.S.Heb. 4, 2. Jam. 2, 1. II. Pet. 1, 1. I. John 5.4. Jude3. I. Cor. 1,9. Thes. 5.24. Tim. 4, 8. I. Pet. 4, 12. Matt. 17, 17. John 20, 27. INDEX. FER Matt. 7, 27. Luke 2, 34. Rom. 11.11 Matt. 24, 24. Mark 13, 22. Matt. 7, 15; 24. 11, 24. Mark 13, 22. Eph. 3, 15, Matt. 24 7. Mark 13, 8. Luke 4. 25; 21,11. Rom. 8, 33. Rev. 13,8. Matt. 3, 12. Luke 3, 17. Matt. 9, 37; 11.28; 13,3,4, 5,6.7.8,24-30; 19,29; 20,1; 21,33,34,33, 40, 41; 22, 5. Mark 12,2,7 9. self was to be left to the poor, the stranger, and the beasts of the field. To the He- brews the terms "grain" and "corn" in- cluded almost every object of field culture. In Palestine wheat was abundant, and bar- ley was much cultivated. Hay was not in use so barley mixed with straw formed food for the cattle. The fanners also cul- tivated millet, spelt, various species of beans and peas, pepperwort, cummim, cu cumbers, melons, flax, and, perhaps, cotton Farming was practiced by Cain, Noah, Eli sha, David, Uzziah, and Solomon. Farm ers were called husbandmen, tillers of the ground, and laborers, and they were sub- ject to certain laws FARTHING. One-fourth of a penny in Eng- lish money, or half a cent in American coin. FAST. A total abstinence from food for any length of time, often practiced in times of mourning and affliction. Devotional fasts were common among the Israelites, for ex- piation of sins. The forty days' fasts of Moses, Elijah and Jesus were miraculous. The mere fast Is no essential part of the Gospel plan although it was practiced by the Apostles „ FAT. (1) Winepress. (2) Certain parts of the fat of animals were forbidden as food for the Jews, and were consecrated to the altar FA'THER. This word is variously used 'n the Scriptures. It is applied to God, as the Father of Christ and all men; to ancestors in general; to a chief or ruler, especially kings, prophets and priests; and to the author or source of anything. The author- ity of the father was great In patriarchal times FA-THER-IN-LAW. One related by affinity, a husband's or wife's father FATH'OM. A measure of length equal to about six and three-fourths feet FAULT. A slight offense or deviation from right or propriety; a neglect of duty arising from carelessness or inattention rather than design FA'VOR. Support, defence; an act of grace or good will done as a kindness, and not as an act of justice or right FEAR. Apprehension of incurring, or solici- tude to avoid, God's wrath; the awe and reverence felt toward the Supreme Being. Also reverence for men of authority or worth FEASTS. They are often mentioned in the Bible, and were usually given to celebrate some important or joyful event. A great feast was made by Abraham at the wean- ing of Isaac; also by Laban at the mar- riage of Jacob. Feasts were held to cele- brate the end of harvest, vintage, and r.heep-shearing. Funeral and sacrificial feasts were also held FEE'BLE-MIND'ED (little spirited). Bible term signifying one whose heart sinks un- der trouble FE'LIX (happy). The governor of Judea un- der the Romans, before whom Paul was accused by the Jews FEL'LOW-SHIP. (1) Something handed over as a pledge. (2) Joint interest FENCED CIT'IES. See Fort, Fortification. FER'RET (lizard). Unclean among creeping 'Lev. 11.30. things, according to the Mosaic law [ O.T. 19-2UI.Sam 9,10. I. K. 19,19. U.K. 25,12. 1.Chr. 27,26-31.11. Chr. 26, 10. Neh. 10, 37. Job 1. 3. Prov. 3. 9; 12,11; 13.23; 27, 23-27. Eccl.2,4-6; 5. 12. Jer. 27,11; 31,24; 51,23; 52,16. Ezek. 36,9,34 I.Sam.12,16 I. K. 21.9. II. Chr. 20, 3. Ezr. 8, 21. Isa. 58, 3. Jer. 36, 9. Joel 1, 14. Jonah 3, 5. Zech. 8, 19. Gen. 4, 4. Ex. 29,22. Deut. 32, 14, Joel 2,24. Gen. 17, 4. Num. 11, 12, Deut. 21, 18, Judg.17, 10, Ps. 68, 5. Prov. 13, 1. Isa. 9. 6. Mic. 7, 6. Gen. 38, 13. Ex. 3, 1. Gen. 41. 9. Ex. S, 16. Deut. 25. 2. Dan. 6, 4. Gen. 39. 21. Ex. 3, 21. Job 10, 12. Prov. 11, 27. Gen.9,2. Ex, 15,16. Deut. 2,25. Lam. 3,47. Mal.1,6 Matt. 5, 26; 10.29. Mark 12,42. Luke 12,6. Matt. 4,2; 16, 17; 15, 32. Mark 2, 18; 8,3; 9,29, Luke 2, 37. 5,33. ActslO 30; 27,9. II Cor.6, 5: 11 27. Gen.l9.3;29, 22; 31, 27. Deut. 16, 6. Judg. 14, 10. I. Sam. 9,12: 25, 36. II. Sam. 3, 20. I. K. 3, 15; 8 2; 12, 32. Job 1,4. Lev. 6. 2. Ps. 94,20. N. T. Luke 8,5-15 10,2,7; 20,9. 10,14. John 15,1. I. Cor 3,9. Il.Cor. 9,6. Gal. 6,7 Tim. 5. 18, II. Tim. 2, 6, Jam. 5.4,7. Matt. 3, 9. Mark 13, 32 Luke 10, 22 John 1,14. Acts 7, 2. Rom. 4, 12. I.Cor. 8. 6. Gal. 1, 3. John 18, 13 Acts 27, 28. Matt. 18, 15 Mark 7, 2. Luke 23, 4. Jam. 5, 16. Luke 1,30; 2 52.Acts2;47 7,10,46; 25,3 Luke 1, 12. Rom. 13,7. Cor. 2, 3. II. Tim. 1,7. I. John 4,18. Matt. 27, 15. Mark IS, 6. Luke 2,42; 5, 29; 14,13; 23, 17. John 2. 8; 4,45. Acts 18,21. I.Cor. 5,8; 10,27. 1. Thes. 5,14 Acts 23, 24; 24.3:25.9.13 14; 26.25. Acts 2, 42. I. Cor. 1, 9. 40 INDEX. PER'RY BOAT (crossing), the Scriptures f:r Occurs once in FES'TI-VALS (place of assembling). Occa- sions of public religious observances recur- ring at stated intervals. Those which owe their existence to God are, the Sabbath; the Passover; Pentecost: The Seventh New Moon, or Feast of Trumpets; Day of Atone- ment; Feast of Tabernacles. Among those arising from human influences are the Feast of Dedication, and the Feast of Purim O. T. II.Sam.19,1: Ex.12.16; 23, 14. Lev. 23,39; 26,2. Num. 10,10; 29,39. Deur. 16 1,16. II. Chr. 13. Esth. 9,17,22. M. T. FES'TUS. The Roman governor of Judea, successor of Felix. He would have set Paul at liberty, but he had appealed tc Caesar and was sent to Rome. Also called Porcius Festus FE'VEFi. A disease in which there is in creased beat of the skin, besides which the pulse is frequent, and various functions arc disturbed. A state of very great nervous excitement FI-DEI/I-TY. Strict promise or trust . . adherence to one's Matt. 26, 19. Luke 2,41, 42; 22,11,15. John 2,13, 23; 4,45; 5,1; 7,2; 10,22. Acts 2,1; 18, 21; 19,21;. 20, 16. Acts 24, 27; 25,1,4,9,12 13,14,22,23 24; 26,24,25, 32. Deut. 23, 22. FIELD (smoothnens). The Hebrew meaning Gen. 23, 11. was "uninclosed ground." It might apply Ex. 22, 5. to a plot of ground of limited area, or to a Josh. IS, 18. man's entire property. The separate plots Ruth 2, 8. were divided by stones which could be re- Ezek. 17, 8. moved Joel 1, 10. FI'ER-Y SER'PENTS. They were probably so called from the burning sensation which followed their deadly bite. The fiery flying serpent probably refers to the quick dart- ing movements of the serpents in the East- ern deserts FIG TREE. It is both wild and cultivated and is found in all parts of Palestine. It grows luxuriantly, is a nice shade tree, and the fruit is wholesome and much used. There are several varieties of fig trees. The fruit begins to show itself before the leaves, and without apparent blossoms; hence, a fig tree full of leaf, without fruit, may be known as barren for the season FIG'URE. The representation of any form by carving, modeling, etc.; type; antitype. "In a figure transferred" means "trans formed," "fashioned anew." FILL'ET (joinings). (1) Rods joining the tops of the pillars around the court of the Tabernacle, from which the curtain was suspended. (2) A measuring line FIL'THY. The quality or State of being fil thy, foul or dirty; foulness, dirtiness FIN. Distinctive mark of isuch fish as; could be eaten under the Mosaic law FINE. Under the Mosaic law the amount of indemnification was fixed by the injured, In some cases; in others, by the judge ... FIN'ER (to refine), ver Worker of gold and sll- FIN'GER. (1) The smallest measure among the Hebrews equal to the breadth of the human finger. (2) Member of the human body. Figurative: God's finger denotes his power, his operation FIN'ISH-ER. Applied to Jesus^as one who raised faith to perfection FIR. Evergreen tree which flourished in Palestine. It was used for costly buildings, rhips, and the manufacture of musical in- struments. Probably the cypress Num. 21,6,7, ,9. Deut. 8, 15. Ps.21,9 Isa. 14, 29. Judg. 9 ,10. l.K. 4,25. II. K. 18, 31. Prov. 27, 13, Isa. 36, 16. IIos. 9, 10. Joel 1, 7. Amos. 4, 9. lab. 3, 17. Zeck. 3, 10. Lev. 26, 1. Deut. 4, 16. I. K. 6, 29, Is. 44, 13. Ex.27, 10. 11 17; 38, 10, 11 12, 17/28. Jer. 52, 21, Job 15, 16. Ps. 14, 3, Lev. 11, 9. Deut. 14, 9. Ex.21, 19-36: 22,6,7,9. Deut. 22, 19. 29. Prov. 25, 4. Ex. 8, 19. Lev. 4, 6. I. K. 12, 10. Isa. 58, 9. Jcr. 52,21. inde::. fle o.- FIRE. There were various uses of fire among Gen, 15, 17, the Hebrews. It was used for cooking; Ex. 35,3, warmth; for religious purposes; in time of Lev, 2, 3. war when the soldiers carried torches; and Num. 31, 23. for burning the bodies of criminals after' Ps. 140, 10. Matt. 8, 14. Mark 1, 30. Luke 4, 33. John 4,52. Acts 28, 8. Luke 12. 42, Tit. 2, 10. Matt. 6, 28 30; 13, 24. Mark 2, 23. John 4,35. Jam. 5,41 Acts 1, 18. II. Sam, 6,5 I. K. 6, 15. II. Chr, 3, 5. Ezek, 27, 5. Matt. 21 19, 20; 24, 32. Mark. 11, 13 20,21; 13,23. Luke 13, 6, 7: 21,29. John 1, 48, SO. Rom. 5, 14. " Cor. 4, 6. Heb.9, r 24. I. Pet 3,21. Col. 3, 8. 1. Tim. 3,3. Mark 7. 33. Luke 11, 20, 46; 16, 24. John; 3,6; 20, 25, 27. Heb.12,2. death. Lord's It is often used as a symbol of the presence FIRE-BRAND. (1) A torch. (2) Arrows fit- ted with combustibles. (3) The burnt ends of wooden pokers which would blaze no longer FlRE-PAN. A vessel used In the Temple FIRE, STRANGE. Unlawful use of fire In the sacerdotal services, which was not that of the altar of burnt-offerings Prov. 6, 27 Ezek. 16, 21, Mai. 1, 10. Judg, 15, 4. Prov. 26, 18. Isa, 7,4. Ex. 27, 3. ' II. K. 25,15. Lev. 10, 1. Num. 3, 4. FIR'KIN. A measure of capacity. The Eng- lish firkin contained about seven imperial gallons, but the Attic measure held only about four and three-fourths gallons FIR'MA-MENT. The expanse or space sur- rounding the earth N. T. Mi"- 3, 10. 25, 41. Mark 9. 43; 14, 54. Luke 22, 55. Acts 2, 3. II. Thess. 2, 8. Heb. 1. 7. Jam, 3, 5. FIRSTT30RN. The first brought forth; eld- est-born. He enjoyed many privileges. In order to commemorate the destruction of the firstborn of the Egyptians, God com- manded that the firstborn males of the He- brews should be consecrated to him; also the first offspring of their cattle, and the first fruits of their ground. The word is often used figuratively FIRST-FRUITS. Offerings to God, brought in obedience to the law of Moses to the Tabernacle or to the Temple, to express the thankfulness and dependence of the giver. • They included every kind of produce of the earth, sometimes in a natural state, and sometimes prepared FISH. Name loosely applied to many ani- mals of different characteristics living in the water. By the Mosaic law the classi- fication of them as clean or unclean was ac- cording as they had fins or were without them. They were very numerous in the waters of Egypt and Palestine. The fish was an object of idolatry in the ancient world FISH'ER. In addition to the usual meaning, the Lord called his disciples "fishers of men." See photograph, opp. page 757 FISH GATE (gate of fishes), gates of Jerusalem One of the FLAG'ON. (1) Cake of dried figs or raisins pressed into a particular shape. (2) Less correctly translated "bottle" or "vessel.".. FLANK (loin). In the plural, the internal muscles of the loins near the kidneys, to which the fat adheres FLAX. It jvas produced of the best quality in Egypt, and was an article of commerce. The fibers of the bark of this plant when woven, are linen; in the raw state they are tow Gen. 1, 6. Ps. 19, L Gen, 19, 3L Ex. 4, 22. Lev. 27. 26. Num,3,40. Deut, 21, 17 Josh, 6, 26. I. K. 16, 34. Isa. 14, 30, Jcr. 31, 9. Ex. 22, 29. Lev. 2, 12. Num. 18, 12, Deut, 18, 4, II. K. 4, 42. Prov. 3, 9. Jer. 2, 3. Gen. 9,2; 48 16. 1.K. 4,33 Job 12, 8. Eccl. 9, 12. Ezek. 38, 20, Hos. 4, 3. Hab. 1, 14. Zeph. 1, 3. FLEA. " Mentioned as the most insignificent of creatures FLESH. A word used for every thing living, except vegetables; mankind. It denotes the body as distinguished from the soul. In the New Testament the word "flesh" often means bodily propensities and passions . . II.Chr.33,14 Neh. 3, 3. II.Sam.6.19 Cant. 2, 5. Isa. 22, 24. Lev. 3, 4; 4 9; 7, 4. Job. 15,27. Ex. 9, 31. Josh. 2, 6. Judg. 15, 14. Prov. 31, 13 Isa. 19, 9. I.Sam. 24,14 26, 20. Gen, 2, 21. Lev. 6, 27. II. K. 4, 34. Ps. 56, 4. Is. 31, 3. FLESH'HOOK. An instrument with prongs Ex. 27, 3 bent back, to draw the flesh from the firejNum.4, 14. in sacrificial services 1. Sam. 2, 13. John 2. 6. Matt. 1. 25. Rom. 8, 29. Col. 1.15,18. Heb.l.6;ll, 23; 12, 16, 23. Rom. 8, 23: 11, 16; 16, 5. I.Cor.15,20, 23; 16, 15. Jam. 1.18. Rev. 14, 4. Mat. 14. 17. Mark 6,38,43 Luke 5, 6, 9, John. 6/9; 21,611. I.Cor. 15,39. Matt. 4, 19. Markl. 17. Luke 5, 2. Mat. 16.17. Luks24,19. John 1,14. Acts 2. 30. II. Cor. 4.11. 41 INDEX. FOR FLESHTOT (pot of flesh). Three-legged cooking vessel, probably of bronze FLIES. House flies swarm in great numbers in the East. A variety which the annual rise of the Nile brings, is productive of disease. A plague of flies was one of the Egyptian plagues FLINT. A hard rock; extreme hardness. Flint is very abundant in I'alestine and the vicinity. The word is often used to denote constancy and firmness FLOCK. (1) A Christian church or congre- gation considered in relation to the pastor or minister in charge of them. (2) A com- pany of living things especially applied to sheep and birds. See photograph, page 30.. FLOOD. A great flow of water; an inunda- tion; a body of water rising and flooding land not usually covered with water. The Deluge FOOD. The productions of a country at an early period of the world determined its food. Palestine abounded with grain and vegetables, as well as with animals. Bread was an important item of food among them. The Mosaic law regulated the use of animal food among the Israelites. The distinction of clean and unclean animals, existed, also, In ancient Egypt FOOL. One who is deficient in reasoning power; a simpleton. In many passages a fool is synonymous with a wicked man . . . FOOT. The foot was used as a symbol of many ideas. Nakedness of the feet was a sign of mourning and of respect or rev- erence. To wash the feet of a guest was a common mark of hospitality. Jesus washed his disciples' feet and thus gave to the world a lesson of brotherly love and benevolence FOOT-MAN (a foot). (1) Men who fought on foot. (2) Swift runners attached to a king. FOOT'STOOL (something trodden upon). The Ark of the Covenant, and the earth are represented as God's footstools FOR'BEAR. To let alone; to neglect. God"s forbearance is the continued exercise of his patience towards men FORCES (strength). Applied to army, forti- fications, etc O. T. Ex. 16. 3. Ex. 8. 21. 31 Ps. 78, 45; 105, 31. Eccl. 10, 1. Deut. 8, 15. Ps. 114, 8. Is. 5,28. Ezek. 3, 9. Gen. 4, 4. Ex. 2, 16. Lev. 5, 18. Cant. 1. 7. Is. 40, 11. Gen. 6, 17. Jos. 24,2. Job 14, 11. Is. 59, 19. Gen. 2, 9. Ex. 21. 10. Lev. 3, 11. Deut. 10. 18. I.Sam.14.24. Job 23, 12; 24, 5; 38, 41. Ps. 136, 25. Prov. 6, 8. Ezek. 16, 27. I.Sam. 26,21. Ps. 14, 1. Prov. 10 ,8; 12, 15; 13,19, Gen. 41, 44. Num. 22, 25. Josh. 1, 3. Judg. 5, 15. II.Sam.2.18, U.K. 9, 33. Prov. 1, 15. Jer. 2, 25. Lam. 1, 15. Num., 11, 21. I.Sam. 22,17 Jer. 12, 5. I. Chr. 28, 2. II.Chr.9, 18. Ps. 99, 5. Num. 9, 13. Deut. 23, 22. II.Chr.25,16. II.Chr.17,2. Isa. 60, 5. N. T. INDEX. FRI Mat. 26, 31. Luke 2, 8. Acts 20. 28. I. Cor. 9, 7. I. Pet. 5, 2. Mat. 24, 38. Luke 6, 40. II. Pet. 2, 5 Rev. 12, 15. Acts 14, 17. Il.Cor. 9, 10 I.Tim. 6, 8. Jam. 2, 15. FORE'KNOWL'EDGE. An attribute of God. FORE-OR'dT-NA'TION. See Predestination. FOR'EST (a thicket). Some localities men- tioned as forests were: (1) Forests of Leb- anon in Northern Palestine. (2) Forest of Hareth, in the south of Judah. (3) Forest of Carmel, belonging to Zebulun. (4) For- est in Arabia. Used symbolically to denote a city or kingdom FOR-GIVE'NESS. Do not withhold forgive- ness, for everyone has, at seme time, need to be forgiven. Revenge aad malice are uneasy passions and bring happiness to no one harboring them. So for one's own piece of mind, if for no other reason, a forgiving spirit should be cultivated. There is no trait of the human character more beauti- ful and more unselfish than this spirit of forgiveness. If offences must come this is God's way of blotting them from the rec- ords of our lives. "We should act towards others in humble imitation of God's mercy and justice I. Sam. 22,5. I. K. 7, 2. II. K. 19,23. Isa. 21,13. Icr. 5, 6. Ezek. 15, 6. Amos. 3, 4. Gen. 4, 13; 50,17. Ex. 10, 17; 34, 7. Lev. 4, 20. Num. 14, 18 30,5. Josh. 24,19. I. Sam. 25, 28 II.Chr.7,14, Ps. 25, 18; 130,4. Isa. 2 9. Jer.31,34 Dan. 9, 9, 19 Amos 7, 2. Mat. 5/22. Luke 12, 20. I. Cor. 3, 18. II.Cor.11,16. Matt. 5, 13. Mark 6, 33. John 11, 44 Acts 7, 5: 20,13. f. Cor. 12, 15. Heb. 10, 29. Rev. 1, 13; 10, 2; 11, 2. ' Matt. 22. 44 Acts 7, 49. Heb. 10, 13. Rom. 2, 4. I. Cor. 9, 6. Eph. 4. 2. Acts 2, 23. Matt. 6, 12; 3,2. Mark 3, 29; 4,12; 11,26. Luke 6,37; 7, 47. Acts 5, 31. 8,22; 13,38 26,18. Eph. 1, 7; 4, 32. Col. 1,14; 2. 13; 3, 13. Jam. 5, 15.. I.John l, 9; 2.12. FOR-NI-CA'TION. Unlawful sexual inter- course of unmarried persons; lewdness. It is often used figuratively with reference to idolatry FOR-SAKE'. To leave; to abandon; to de- part or withdraw from. To cease or re- fuse to be guided by, or subject to; to re- fuse to follow; to deny FORT, FOVtHfT-CA'TION. Stronghold for- tified by nature and art for the defense of man. In Biblical times, the cities, in con- trast to the villages, were surrounded by one or more walls crowned with battle- ments, with towers placed at frequent in- tervals. Here engines of war were mount- ed and constant watch was kept. Synon- ymous of power when used figuratively . . . O. T. II. Chr. 21, 11. Isa. 23, 17. Ezek. 16, 29. Deut. 31, 16. Prov. 3, 3. Is. 1, 28. Jer. 17, 13. II. Sam. 5. 9. II. K. 25,1. Isa. 25,12; 29, 3; 32. 14. Jer. 52, 4. Ezek. 4, 2; 17,17; 21, 22 26, 8; '33, 27 Dan. 11, 19. FOR'TU-NA'TUS (fortunate) Corinth A Christian of FO'RUM. The Forum at Rome was an open space where causes were judicially tried, orations delivered, and gladiatorial com- bats held. It extended from the foot of the Capitoline Hill to the temple of Dioscuri, and was surrounded by streets and houses. It contained monuments of various kinds. After the time of Julius Caesar and Augus- tus the Forum ceased to be the center of " Roman political life. See photograph, opp. page 836 FOUN-DA'TION. (1) The lower part of any structure. (2) The beginning of a thing. Often used figuratively of Christ, God's truths, and the teaching of them FOUN'TAINS. These are often mentioned in the Bible and mean springs of water. They are of special value in the dry and thirsty land of Judea. Many places were named from some fountain in the vicinity. God is likened to a "fountain of living waters," as the source of our happiness and comfort. See photographs, opp. pages 297, 285, 387, 699 FOUN'TAIN-GATE. One of the gates in the walls of Jerusalem N. T. John 8, 41. Acts 15, 20. Rom. 1, 29. Acts 21, 21. Ex. 9.18. I. K. 5,17. Isa. 28,16. Ezek. 13, 14. Gen. 16, 7. Lev. 11, 36. Deut. 33, 28. Psov. 5, 18. Ec. 12, 6. Cant. 4, 12. Joel 3, 18. Zech. 13, 1. Neh. 2, 14; 3,15. FOWL. A word denoting both birds of prey and poultry. Also applied to birds in gen- eral FOWL'ER (to lay snares). One who caught birds by means of nets, snares, decoys, etc. FOX. A cunning, voracious animal common to Palestine. The term also includes the jackal. Used figuratively of false prophets, tyrants, and sinful lusts FRANK'IN-CENSE. An exceedingly aro- matic gum in the sacred incense for the Temple service. It is distilled from a tree in Arabia FREE. Af: liberty; not subject to the mili- tary or despotic power of any person or government FREE'MAN (one set free), has been freed A person who ! FREE'WILL OF'FER-ING. Anything volun- tarily offered to God in gratitude for mer- cies received FRIEND. One who is attached to another by sentiments of affection, respect and esteem. Sometimes used in the sense of to "win one's favor." FrYnGE (a tassel). Blue border of the outer garment of the Israelites, enjoined by Mo- ses as a reminder of God's commandments. It was, finally, an object of superstitious regard Gen. 15, 11. Neh. 5, 18. Isa.18,6. Ps. 91, 3. Prov. 6, 5. Jer. 5, 26. Judg. IS, 4. Ps. 63, 10. Ezek. 13, 4. Ex. 30, 34 I.Chr. 9, 29. Nfcj. 13, 5. Cant. 3, 6. Ex. 21, 2. Job 3, 19. Ps. 51, 12. Lev. 22, 21. Num. 29. 39. Ezr. 1, 4. Ex. 33, 11. II. Chr. 20.7. Prov. 6, 1. Mic. 7, 5. Num. 15, 38, 39. Deut. 22, 12. I.Cor. 16, 17. Matt. 13, 35. Rom. 15, 20. I. Cor. 3, 11. Eph. 2, 20. Mark 5, 29. Jam.3,U,12 Rev. 7, 17; 8, 10; 14, 7; 16, 4; 21, 6. Luke 12, 24 Acts 10, 12. Rev. 19, 17. Matt. 8, 20. Luke 9, 58; 13,32. Mat. 2, 11. Rev. 18, 13. Mat. 15, 6. Mark 7, 11. John 8, 32. I. Cor. 7. Zl Gal. 4, 22. Mat. 11. r>. Luke 11, 5. John 3, 29. Jam. 2, 23. Matt. 9. 20; 14,36; 23, 5 42 INDEX. gad; FROG. The second plague of Egypt. Sym- bolical of uncleanness O. T. Ex. 8, 2, 7. Ps. 78. 45. FRUITS. (1) "Fruit of the field," or agri- Gen. 43, 11 cultural produce. (2) "Fruit of the vine," Ex. 22, 29. meaning grapes moist or dried. (3) "Orch- Num. 13, 26, ard fruits," including fruit for immediate Judg. 9, 11 use, and winter fruit, such as dates, figs, II. Sam. 16,1. olives, nuts, etc. It is used figuratively in Prov. 11, 30. many ways Jer. 40, 10. FU'EL (to be consumed). Any kind of com- Isa. 9, 5, 19. bustible matter; sometimes, withered stalks Ezek. 15,4,6. of herbs and flowers, thorns, and animal excrements FULL'ER (a clothes dresser). A bleacher of cloth. They also washed clothing that had been worn FULL'ER' S FIELD. Place near Jerusalem where the fullers spread their cleaned gar- ments FULL'ERS' FOUN'TAIN. See En-rogel. FULL'ERS' SOAP. Cleansing substance, probably horith, used by the fullers FUR'LONG (established). A measure of length, equal to one-eighth of a mile FUR'NACE. (1) An oven for baking. (2) A smelting furnace or limekiln. (3) A refin- ing furnace. (4) A crucible. (5) These were used by the Persians for capital pun- ishment ; FUR'NI-TURE. (1) A camel's litter or cano- pied saddle in which women traveled in the East. (2) The sacred articles in the Tabernacle and their utensils FU'RY. Madness; a fit of raving passion. Enthusiasm, mental excitement or inspira- tion. Fury is figuratively ascribed to God; and is an expression for afllictive judgments G GA'AL (rejection). An Israelite, probably of the tribe of Ephraim, who rebelled against Abimeleeh, who had been made king of Shechem GA'ASH (quaking). (1) A mountain or hilly district forming part of Mount Ephraim, north of which was Joshua's tomb. (2) A brook or valley II. K. 13. 17. Isa. 7. 3. Mai. 3, 2. II. K. 18. 17 Isa.7,3; 36,2 Jer. 2. 22. Mai. 3,2. Gen. 15, 17. Deut.4,20. Neh. 3, 11. Prov. 17, 3. Dan. 3, 6. Gen. 31, 34. Ex. 31, 7; 35, 14; 39. 33. Nah. 2, 9. Gen. 27. 34. Job. 20, 23. Is. 27,4. Jer. 10, 25. Judg, 9, 26. 28,31,35,36, 37, 39, 41. Josh. 24, 30. Judg. 2, 9. II. Sam. 23, 30, I . Chr. 11, 32. Neh. 11, 8. GAB'BA-I (tax gatherer). Benjamite chief. . GAB'BA-THA (elevated place). The place of Pilate's judgment-seat. Also called "the Pavement." GA'BRI-EL (God is mighty). An angel who explained to Daniel the vision of the ram and the he-goat; predicted concerning Dan. 8, 16- the seventy weeks; announced the births of 9, 21-27. John and Jesus; and was, according to Enoch, one of the four great archangels . . ( GAD (troop). (1) The seventh son of Jacob. (2) A piophet who lived in the time of David and was his friend. (3) The name is also used to denote the tribe which sprang from Gad and the land which they inhab- ited which was east of Jordan and be- tween Reubjen and Manasseh GAD'A-RENES'. Inhabitants of Gadara, a district east of the Sea of Galilee GAD'DI (fortunate). One of the spies who explored Canaan w GAD'DI-EL (fortune of God). One of the spies Gen. 30, 11. Num. 1,25. Deut. 27, 13. Jos. 4,12; 13,24 I. Sam. 13.7, I. Chr. 29,29, Ezek. 48,27. Num. 13, 11, Num. 13. 10, N. T. Rev. 16, 13. Matt. 12, 33. Mark 12, 2. Luke 1, 42. John 4, 33. Acts 2, 30. I.Cor. 9,10. Gal. 5, 22. Matt. 6, 30. Alarlc 9, 3. INDEX. GAM Luke 24, 13. John 6, 19. Matt. 13, 42, 50. Rev. 1, 15; 9,2. John 19. 13, Lukel, 19,26. Rev. 7. 5. Mark 5.1. Luke 8,26,37 GA'DI (a Gadlte). Father of Menahem, who deprived Shallum of the throne of Israel . . GA'I-IAM (to burn). Son of Nahor. GA'IUS. (1) A Macedonian, and a companion of Paul. (2) A man of Derbe who accom- panied Paul from Macedonia. (3) A Corin- thian whom Paul baptized. (4) The person to whom John's third epistle is addressed.. GA'LAL (weighty). (1) A Levite. (2) Son of Jeduthun. (3) One of the family of El- kanah GA-LA'TI-A. A central division of Asia Mi- nor, inhabited by Celts from the Upper Rhine, who had settled there and mingled with the Greeks and Jews. Paul visited the country twice, and introduced the Gos- pel there GA-LA'TIANS, E-PIS'TLE TO THE. This epistle was written by Paul from Ephesus "unto the churches of Galatia." In it he vindicated his Apostolic authority, which had been questioned by Judaizing Chris- tians in the church, and demonstrated the true relation between the law of Moses and the Gospel of Christ GAL'BA-NUM. sacred oil . A resinous gum used in the GAL'E-ED (heap of witness). A pillar of stones in Mount Gilead, the witness of the covenant between Jacob and Laban GAL'1-LEE (a circle). It was the northern- most of the three divisions of Palestine, and was divided into Upper and Lower. ' It extended from the countries of Tyre and Sidon on the north to Samaria on the south, from the Mediterranean on the west to the country of Decapolis and the Sea of Galilee, or Lake of Gennesaret on the East. It was the home of Christ, and the birth place of the Apostles, Judas excepted GAL'I-LEE, SEA OF. See Sea GALL. A bitter fluid secreted by the liver, generally called bile. It was a common name for bitter substances. Gall was given to deaden the pain of persons suffering crucifix ion GAL'LANT. Large; mighty GAL'LER-Y. (1) Panelling. (2) Tresses, or ringlets. (3) Pillar supporting a floor .... GAL-LEY (conveyance). A low, flat vessel with one or more rows of oars GAL'LIM (fountain, or heaps). (1) Town of Benjamin. (2) Place terrified by Sen- nacherib's approach GAL'LI-O. The proconsul of Achaia before whom Paul was accused by the Jews .... GA-MA'LI-EL (reward of God). (1) Captain of Manasseh. (2) Celebrated teacher and rabbi, a member of the Sanhedrim, whose influence saved the Apostles' lives GAMES. Among the Hebrews games were not indulged in to any great extent on ac- count of the earnest,' religious temperament of the people. Music, song, and dancing were recreations reserved for the young, or for festal occasion. After the Exile the Grecian influence was felt in the manners and customs of the Hebrews. In the New Testament there are several references to the Grecian games, which were very dis- tasteful to the pious Hebrews O, T. II. K. 15. 14, 17. Gen. 22,24. N. T. I. Chr. 9. 15 16. Neh. 11, 17. Ex. 30, 34. Gen. 31. 47, 48. Jos. 20, 7; 21, 32. I. K. 9,11. II. K. 15, 29. I. Chr. 6, 76. Isa. 9, 1. Deut. 29, 18 Job 16, 13. Ps. 69, 21. Jer. 8. 14. Lam. 3, 5. Isa. 33. 21. Cant. 1, 17; 7, 5. Ezek. 41,15; 42, 3. Isa. 33, 21. I. Sam. 25, 44. Isa. 10, 30. Num. 1, 10; 2, 20; 7. 54, 59; 10, 23. ll.Sam.2.14. Job 41, 5. Ps. 30, 11. Isa. 30, 29. Jer. 30, 19; 31, 13. Zech. 8, 5. Acts 19, 29; 20,4. Rom. 16, 23. I. Cor. 1, 14. III. John 1. Acts 16, 6; 18,23. I.Cor. 16,1. H.Tim. 4,10. I. Pet. 1,1. Matt. 2, 22; 4. 15, 23; 26, 32; 27, 55. Mark 1,39. Luke 4, 14; 23, 5; 24, 6. John 7, 41. Actsl. 11; 5,37;9,31; 10.37;13,31. Acts 18. 12- 17. Acts 5, 34. Matt. 11. 17. Luke 12, 26 I, Cor. 4, 9; 9, 24, 25; IS, 32. Gal.2.2;| 5, 7. Phil. 3, 14. II Tim. 2. 5. Heb. 12, I 4. L 43 INDEX. GEB O.T. N. T. INDEX. GEN O.T. N.T. GA'MUL (rewarded). Priest in charge of the 22d course l.Chr. 24.17. GAR'DEN OF THE VIRGIN. See photo- graph, opp. page 20 GAR'DENS. They were hedged or walled and were planted with fruit-bearing trees as well as with beautiful plants, and herbs. They were not connected with the owner's house, but were in the suburbs near some stream, If possible. Banquets were some' times held there, in pavilions for that pur- ?ose, and they were places where the Jews requently performed their devotions and buried their dead GA'REB (scabby). (1) Hill near Jerusalem (2) An Ithrite, descendant of Jethro, and one of David's heroes GAR'MENTS. In ancient times garments made of skins were worn, but spinning and weaving were practiced quite early, and garments of various kinds of cloth were then used. Many of the garments worn by the Hebrews were loose and flowing. The outside garment or cloak was a large piece of cloth wrapped about the body; used as a bed by the poor. The inner garment or coat was sometimes seamless GARTSIER grain . . (to gather). Place for storin; GAR'RI-SON. Officers placed over a con quered people. There was a garrison at Jerusalem in later times called "the cas- tle," where the Apostle Paul took refuge. . GA'TAM (puny). Fourth son of Eliphaz, and grandson of Esau GATE. Much uncertainty existed respecting the ancient gates of Jerusalem. Many are mentioned in the Scriptures, so it is thought probable that some were in the inner wall of the city as well as in the outer wall. There are seven gates still existing in the outer wall of Jerusalem. The most im- portant being the Jaffa Gate, Damascus Gate, Stephen's Gate and Zion Gate. The Dung Gate, the Golden Gate, and Herod's Gate are closed. See photographs, opp, pages 385, 680, 764, 766, and 769 GATH (wine press). One of the cities from which Joshua did not fully cut off the Ana- kim. It was in the territory assigned to Dan, and was one of the five chief cities of the Philistines. It was the home of Go- Hath; a place to which the Ark was car- ried; and where David sought refuge GATH-HE'PHER (wine press of the well). Town of Zebulun; also called Gittah-hepher GATH'RIM'MON (wine press of Rimmon). (1) A Levitical city of Dan. (2) Town of the half-tribe of Manasseh beyond the Jor- dan GA'ZA (stronghold). (1) The strongest of the five royal cities of the Philistines situated in the southwestern part of Palestine near the Great or Mediterranean Sea. It was the scene of many of the exploits of Sam- son; also called Azzah. (2) City of Eph- raim GA'ZATH-ITES. Inhabitants of Gaza; ren- dered, also, Gazites GA'ZEZ (shearer). Son of Caleb and Ephah. GAZ'ZAM (devouring). One of the Nethinim. GETBA (height). A Levitical city of B enja- Jos. 21, 17. min; also called Gaba. "From Geba to I. K. 15, 22 Gen. 2. 13. Deut. 11. 10, I. K.21.2. Job 8. 16. Cant. 4. 12. Isa.l 8. Jer. 31. 12. Lam. 2, 6. Ezek. 28, 13 Joel 2, 3. iI.Sam.23.38 1. Chr, 11.40 Jcr. 31. 39. Gen. 9, 23. Lev. 13, 47. Deut. 22, 5. Jos. 7, 21. Est. 8, 15. Ps. 69. 11. Prov. 20, 16, Isa. 57. 8. Ezek. 18. 7. D=n. 7, 9. Ice. 13. 4. Joel 1, 17. 1. Sam. 13,3 14, 1, 4. II. Sam. 8,6,14 23. 14. Gen. 36, 11. I. Chr. 1,36. Gen. 19, 1. II. K. 14, 13; 23,8 . Il.Chr. 23, 20; 26, 9. 33,14. Neh. 2. 14; 3, 6, 13, 15, 26; 8. 16; 12,31,39. , Jer. 19. 2;38, 7;39,4.Zeph. 1, 10. Zech. 14, 10. I. Sam. 5, 8. Il.Sam. 1,20, I. K. 2, 39. II. K. 12, 17. I. Chr. 8, 13. II. Chr. 26,6. Amos 6, 2. MIc. 1, 10. Luke 13, 19. John 18. 1. Josh. 19, 13, II. K. 14, 25 Josh. 19. 45; 21, 24, 25. I. Chr. 6, 69. Josh. 11. 22. Judg. 16. 1, ~L Jer. 47,1 . Amosl,6, 7. Zeph. 2, 4 Zech. 9, 5 Josh. 13, 3. Judg. 16, 2 I. Chr. 2, 46, Ezr.2.48. Matt. 9. 16; 21. 8; 22, 11: 23,5; 2/, 35, Mark 10. 50; U, 7; 13, 16; 16, 5. Luke 22, 36; 24, 4, John 13, 4. Acts 9, 39. Jam. 5, 2. Jude 23. Matt. 3. 12. Acts 21, 34, 37; 23. 10. H.Cor.11,32 Acts 8, 26. Beersheba" expressed the extent of the Ezr.2,26. separate kingdom of Judah, as "from Dan | Isa. 10, 29. to Beersheba" expressed the whole length of Palestine GE'BAL (mountain). (1) A city in Phoenicia on the Mediterranean Sea. (2) A district near the Dead Sea GE'BER (warrior). (1) Son or TJri, governor of Gilead under Solomon. (2) Son of Ge- ber GE'BIM (springs). A small town near Jeru salem GED'A-LI'AH (Jehovah is great). (1) Son of Ahikam, appointed governor of Judae by Nebuchadnezzar after the destruction of Jerusalem (2) Grandfather of the prophet Zephaniah. (3) A musician. (4) A priest in the time of Ezra. (5) Prince who con- spired to imprison Jeremiah GE'DER (walled). Ancient city of the Ca- naanites. Probably identical with Gedor No. 5 GE-DE'ROTH (fortress). City in the of Judah taken by the Philistines . . plain GED'E-RO-THA'IM (double wall). Judah Town in GE'DOR (a wall). (1) Mountainous city of Judah. (2) Town or Benjamin. (3) Ances tor of Saul. (4) Name occurring twice in the genealogies of Judah. (5) City south of the mountains of Judah; probably the same as Geder GE-HA'ZI (valley of vision). Servant of Elisha whose entire confidence he enjoyed He was struck down with leprosy on ac- count of coveteousness GE-HEN'NA. See Hinnom GEL'I-LOTH (circles). Place marking the boundary of Benjamin; Gilgal is substituted In another passage , CE-MAL'LI (camel driver), miel Father of Am- GEM'A-RI'AH (God-perfected). (1) Son of Shaphan. (2) Ambassador of Zedekiah to Nebuchadnezzar GEN'E-AL'O-GY. The lineage of a family, or list of ancestors, preserved with great care by the Jews, not only because the privileges of the Jewish church were trans- mitted through Abraham, but because of the predictions concerning the Messiah GEN'ER-A'TION. (1) A single succession in natural descent, as the children of the same parents. (2) It also denotes people living at the same time or of the same period. (3) A genealogical register. (4) A family history. (5) History of the origin of things. (6) Progeny, offspring, brood GEN'E-SIS. The first book of the Bible and the first of the Pentateuch. It is supposed to have been written by Moses and gives the history of the Creation and the history of Israel's ancestors, the patriarchs. The word means "beginning." GEN-NES'A-RET (garden of riches). A more modern form of Chinnereth. Many of Christ's miracles were wrought there . . . GEN-NES'A-RET, LAKE OF. See Sea. Zech. 14. 10. Ps. 83. 7. Erek. 27, 9. I. K. 4.13,19. Isa. 10,31. II. K. 25. 24. I. Chr. 25, 3, Ezra 10, 18. Jer. 38,1; 39 14; 40, 5. Zep. 1. 1. Josh. 12. 13. I. Chr. 4,39, Josh, 15, 41, II.Chr.2808, Josh. IS, 36 Josh. IS, 58, I.Chr.4,4,18 39; 8, 31; 9 37; 12. 7. U.K. 4,12,14, 25.27,36; 5, 21, 25; 8. 4,5 Josh. 15. 7; 10,17. Num. 13, 12, Jcr. 29, 3, 4 36. 10-26. 1. Chr. 5. 1; 9,1. Il.Chr. 12, 15. Ezr. 2, 62. Neh. 7,5. Gen.2.4; 5.1 6,9; 721; 25, 12. Ex. 17, 16. Deut. 23, 2. Judg. 2,10 Ps. 12. 7. Prov. 27, 24. I. Tim. 1, 4. Tit. 3,9. Mart. 1, 1; 3, 7; 12. 39; 23,36. Mark 8, 38. Luke 1,50; 16, 8; 17, 25. Acts 2, 40; 13, 3 6. I. Pet. 2. 9. Mat 14, 34. Mark 6,53. Luke 5, 1. 44 INDEX. GEU GEN'TILES (the nation's). Name applied by the Hebrews to all individuals or communi- ties not under the law — that is all nations of the world except the Jews. In the New Testament "Greeks" is sometimes used for Gentiles GEN'TILES, ISLE OF THE. islands, and Europe Far western GEN'TLE-NESS (clemency). God's gentle- ness is his grace, goodness, and mercy, and favors proceeding therefrom GE-NU'BATH (perhaps, theft), dad Son of Ha- O. T. Gen.10,5. Jer.4,7. Lam. 2,9. Ezek. 4,13. Joel 3,9. Mai. 1.11. Gen. 10, 5. II.Sam.22,36 Ps. 18,35. I sa. 40,11, I. K. 11.20. GE-OG'RA-PHY. The Geography of the Bi- ble lands extends from Memphis, the most southern point of which there is any men- tion, to Rome, the northern limit, and in- cludes the northern part of Egypt where the Israelites were in bondage, Arabia the scene of their wanderings, Palestine, the Holy Land, given by God according to his promise to the descendants of the patri- archal fathers, and that part of Asia Minor and Europe visited by Paul in his mission- ary journeys. See maps I, II, III, IV. ... GE'RA (enmity). (1) A son of Bela, a de- scendant of Benjamin. (2) A Benjamite, the father of Ehud, probably the same as No. 1. (3) A Benjamite, the father of Shi- mei, probably the same as both 1 and 2... GE'RAH. This was the twentieth part of the shekel of tbe sanctuary and was worth about three cents GE'RAR (circle). (1) A city belonging to the Canaanites which was afterward the resi- dence of the Philistine kings. (2) A valley. GER'GE-SA or GER'AS-A. A city in the De capolis GE"R'GE-SENES'. The inhabitants of Ger- gesa GER'T-zTm (waste place). See Ebal; also photograph, opp. page 158 GER'SHOM (expulsion). (1) The elder son of Moses and Zipporah. (2) A Levite who went up with Ezra from Babylon, father of Jonathan (3) The GfiR'SHON (expulsion). Eldest son of Levi whose name was given to one of the three branches of the Levitical tribe; another form, Gershom GER'SHON-ITES, THE. (1) Descendants of Gershon. (2) "The Gershonite," a title ap- plied to Laadan and Jehiel GER'ZITES, THE. Tribe living between Egypt and Southern Palestine. Another form Gizrites or Gezrites , N. T. Matt.4,15. Luke 21, 24. Acts 7, 45. Cor. 5, 1. Gal. 2,12. Col. 1, 27. II. Cor.10,1 Gal. S. 22. Jas. 3. 17. Gen. 46, 21. Judg. 3, 15. II. Sam.16,5 1. K. 2. 8. I.Chr. 8,3. Ex. 30. 13. Lev. 27, 25. Num. 3. 47. Gen. 10,19; 26,17-22. II. Chr.14,13 GE'SHEM (shower). An Arabian who plot- ted against Nehemlah; also called Gashmu. GE'SHUR (bridge), of the Jordan . . . A district of Syria east Deut. 11,29. Josh.8.33. Ex. 2,22. Judg. 18,30 I.Chr.23,15. Ezra 8, 2. Gen. 46, 11. Ex. 6, 16, 17 I.Chr.6,16,17 Num.4,24-28 I.Chr. 26,21; 29,8. I.Sam.27,8. Net.. 2, 19; 6, 1. 2, 6. lI.Sam.13.37 I. Chr. 2,23. GESH'U-RI or GESH'U-RITES. of Geshur , Inhabitants GETH-SEM'A-NE (oil press). An olive grov<> or garden at the foot of the Mount of Ol- ives, near Jerusalem. It was the scene of Christ's agony the night before the cruci- fixion, and of his betrayal by Judas. See photographs, opp. pages 686, 704, 751, and 752 GE-U'EL (majesty of Gad). Son of Machl Mat. 8. Zl. Deut. 3, 14. Josh. 12, 5. Num. 13, 15. Mat.26,36>50 Mark 14. 32. 46. Luke 22, 39.49. John 18.1,2. INDEX. GIL GJh/ZER (a precipice). A royal city of the Canaanites assigned to the Levites; also called Gazer GHOST. Often used for spirit. "Gave up the ghost" means expired. "Yielded up the ghost," gave up his spirit. Ghost is the third person in the Holy Trinity GI'ANTS. Beings of unusual height, some- times of purely human origin; but more frequently supposed to have partaken of the supernatural. Those mentioned in the Bible were: the Nephilim; the Rephaim, of which race was Og; the Anakim, from which sprang Goliath, Ishbi-benob, and Saph; the Emim; and the Zamzummim. .. GIB'BAR (a hero). One whose descendants returned from captivity; also called Gibeon. GfB'BE-THON (a height). City of the Phil- istines, assigned to the Levites GIB'E-AH (a hill). (1) Gibeah in the mount- ains of Judah. (2) Town in Benjamin; also called Gibeath. (3) Gibeah of Benjamin, scene of the abominable crime which al- most exterminated the people; also called Gibeah of Saul. (4) Gibeah at Kirjath- jearim where the Ark rested. (5) Gibeah in the field; probably the same as Geba GIB'E-ON (hill city). A city of the Hivites whose inhabitants by statagem made peace with Joshua. It afterwards belonged to Benjamin and was made a Levitivai city Many important events occurred here. (2) A pool , , , , GIB'E-ON-ITES, THE. People of Gibeon Hivites. The individual Gibeonites men- , tioiied are Ishmaiah and Melatiah GIB'LITES. Inhabitants of the city and dis trict of Gebal GID-DAL'TI (I have made great). Kohathite Levite who conducted the 22d course GID'E-ON (hewer). An Israelite of Manas- seh who defeated the Midianites and de- livered the Israelites from the oppression under which they had been kept for seven years. He was also called Jerubbaal, be- cause he had thrown down the altar of Baal. He was the fifth judge of Israel, held that office forty years, and was one of the greatest rulers ,...,.,... GiD'E-O'NI (warlike). Benjamite chief at the time of the taking of the census in the wilderness of Sinai GIER'EA'GLE. One of the unclean birds. Probably the Egyptian vulture, a faithful scavenger GIFT. Spiritual gifts are those talents and endowments conferred upon individuals in the early Church by the Holy Spirit; as wisdom; the power of working miracles; of prophesying; the gift of tongues, etc. Christ, his righteousness, the Holy Ghost, and his miraculous influence are gifts of God O. T. Josh. 10, 30: 21. 21. II. Sam. 5.25 Gen. 49. 33. Job 10.18; 11 20; 14,10. Jer. 15, 9 Gen.6,4;14.5 Num. 13.33. Deut. 2,11, 20; 3,11; 9,2. Josh. 12.4. I.Sam.17,4; II Sam. 21 16, 18, 20. Ezra 2.20. Neh. 7, 25. Josh. 19.44; 21,23. Josh. 15,57; 18, 28. Judg. 19,14;20,9. I. Sam .10,26; 11.4;IS,34;23 19; 26, 1. II. Sam. 6, 3, 4 I sa. 10,29. Jos. 10.12; 18,25; 21.17. II,Sam.2,13; 3,30. 1.K.3,5. I.Chr.8,29; Isa. 28, 21. lI.Sam.21,1 I.Chr.12,4. Neh. 3. 7. Josh. 13. 5. I.Chr.25.4.S 7,29. Judg.6,11, 19, 22, 24, 27, 29,34,36,39; 7,1,2,4,5,7, 15,18,20,24; 4,7. ii,13,22,'23, 24,27,28,30. 35. Num. 1,11; 2 22; 7,60.65; 10,24. Lev. 11,18. Deut. 14.17. Prov. 2,6. Isa.42,6; 55,4 N. T. Matt.27.S0. Acts 5.10. GI'HON. (1) The name of one of the rivers of Eden. (2) The name of a place near Jerusalem where there was a pool or water- course , , .,.,,..,..,..,,,... Gen. 2, 13. I.K.1,33. Il.Chi. 32.30 Heb. 11, 32. Acts! John 4, 10. 8,20. 5,17. -.9,15. 1.4. 14. 6,4. 1,17. Cor.' Rom II." I.TL Heb Jam imv GIL-BO'A (bubbling fountain). A mountain- I.Sam. 28,4. ous district in Manasseh west of Jordan II.Sam.1,6. where Saul was defeated and slain by the I.Chr.10,1. Philistines , , , ,,,,... GIL'E-AD (rooky). (1) An extensive and Num.32,1. mountainous district which formed the Deut. 34.1. chief part of Manasseh east of Jordan, and Josh. 17,1. -J 45 INDEX. GLO of Gad. Mount Gllead generally refers to that part of the district which lay in Manasseh north of the river or brook Jab- bok. When Gilead alone is used tie who' district is commonly meant. (2) The granc son of Manasseh. (3) The father of Jephthah. (4) Gadite chief GIL'E-AD-ITES, THE. A family among the Israelites which sprang from Gilead, the grandson of Manasseh GIL'GAL (rolled). (1) Place in Benjamin, scene of the first encampment of the Israel- ites after miraculously passing over Jordan. Many important events recorded in the Bl ble took place there. (2) A place in the region of Dor whose king, Joshua subdued. (3) Place on the northern boundary of Ju- dah. (4) Place where Elisha worked the miracle of the poisonous pottage GI'LOH (exile). City of .Tudah, native place of Ahithophel, where he returned to take his life GlM'ZO (sycamore). City in the south of Judah w GIN. A snare, a trap w GI'NATH (derivation uncertain). Father of Tibni GIR'DLES. These were of various forms and worn by the Hebrews to confine their gar- ments, which were loose and flowing, about the waist; also to serve as a pouch in which to carry small articles. A girdle when closely bound about the loins was thought to increase the power of endur- ance GIR'GA-SHITES. A people descended from Canaan, the son of Ham. They are sup- posed to have lived on the east side of the Sea of Galilee GIT'TAH-HE'PHER. See Gath-hepher GIT'TA-IM (two winepresses). Place to which the inhabitants of Beeroth fled for refuge GIT'TITES. The inhabitants of Gath GIT'TITH. "Word occurring in the title of several Psalms; thought by some to be a musical instrument; by other that the Psalms with this title were sung during vintage GIVE. To bestow, to confer or grant, usual- ly without any price or reward; to deliver up; to declare publicly GLASS. The manufacture of glass was un- destood by the Egyptians at a very early period, and was known to the Hebrews. The "looking glasses" of which there is mention were made of polished metal. Used figuratively of the ordinances of God in which we see our sins. There is a va- riety of other figurative meanings GLEAN'ING. The poor had a right under the , Mosaic law to glean in harvest and vintage. Ruth gleaned in the field of Boaz. GLEDE. An unclean bird of prey, probably the buzzard GLO'RI-FY. (1) To makG glorious or honor- able with special reference to the resurrec- tion of Christ. (2) The change which will come upon believers at the general resur- rection. (3) To show forth God's praise by obedience to His law. (4) "To glorify one's self" is to boast O. T. II.Sam.2.9. Ps. 60,7. Cant. 4,1. Jer. 8.22. Hos. 6,8. Obad. 19. Zech. 10. 10. Judg.l0,3;ll 1; 12. 4. II.Sam.17.27 Jos.4.19;9,6; 10,6; 12,23; 15.7. I.Sam. 13,4.II.Sam. 19,15. II.K.4 38. Neh.12, 29. Hos.4, 15 Amos 4,4 Josh. IS, 51. II.Sam.15,12 17.23. II.Chr.28.18 Amos 3, 5. I.K.16,21,22. Ex.28,4,8. I.K.18,46. II.K.1,8. Neh.4,18. Prov. 31,24. Isa.3,24; 22, 12. Ezek.23 15. Gen. 10,16. Deut. 7,1. Josh. 3,10. Neh. 9,8. II.Sam.4,3. Neh.U,33. Josh. 13,3. Ps. 8;81;84 Gen. 15, 2. Judg. 7,2. Ps.68,33. Ex.38,8. Job 37,18. Isa.3, 23. N. T. INDEX. GOL Lev. 19,10. Ruth 2.2,3. Jer. 6,9; 49,9 Deut. 14,13. Matt. 3,4,10. 9. Mark 1,6 Luke 12, 35. Acts 21, U. Eph. 6.14. Rev. 1,13; IS 6. Matt. 7, 9. Mark 6. 25. Luke 4, 6. I.Cor.13, 12 Il.Cor. 3,18 Col. 2, 17. Heb. 10, 1. Jas.1. 23,25. Rev.4,6;15, 2; 21, 18, 21 John 12.281 13,32; 16,8 Acts 3,13. Rom. 8,17, 1. Cor. 6,20. Heb. 5.5. Rev. 18,7. GLO'RY. The glory of God refers to the peculiar and absolute perfection of all the divine attributes GNOS'TI-CISM (knowing). The greatest ri- val of Christianity fn its very early years was this Gnostic heresy which was a com bination of Oriental theology, Greek philos- ophy, and the Christian doctrines GOAD. (1) Instrument for guiding oxen, the long handle of which was a formidable \veapon. (2) Anything pointed GOAT. In ancient times goats were among the chief possessions of rich people. Their flesh and milk were used for food. The goats' hair was used for weaving into cloth and the skins were made into bottles. The goat was used in the sacrifice as the type of Christ GO'ATH (lowing). A place near Jerusalem GOB (a pit). Plain where two battles were fought between the Hebrews and Philis- tines. Also called Gezer. Site unknown . . GOB'LET. See cup. GOD. That Infinitely great, intelligent, and free Being of perfect goodness, wisdom and power, transcendently glorious in holiness, who made the universe, and continues to support it, as well as to govern and direct it by His providence and laws. He is the Author of every good and perfect gift. God himself is immutable, incomprehensible, and His ways are past finding out. The two principal Hebrew names for the Su- preme Being are Jehovah and Elohim. Others are enumerated but they belong rather to his attributes GOD'HEAD. The divine nature or essence, the nature or essential being of God GOD'LI-NESS. Piety resulting from the knowledge and love of God, leading to the cheerful and constant obedience to his com- mands; also means substance of revealed religion GODS. (1) Moses was called a god because he was God's deputy in delivering the Is- raelites. (2) Rulers and judges, because their dignity was supposed to have been derived from God. (3) Idols, or strange gods. (4) Angels. (5) Satan, "the God of this world." GOG. (1) A Reubenite. (2) Prince of Ma- gog. Gog and Magog are symbolical ex- pressions for the heathen nations of Asia, particularly for the Scythians GO'LAN (captive). A Levitical town of Baashan in the tribe of Manasseh from which the small province of Gaulonitis took its name GOLD. A very valuable metal of a bright yellow color. It is very ductile as well as maleable, and was very plentiful in the time of David, and Solomon. Several places are referred to in the Bible as abounding in gold, and it was much used by the He- brews for the Temple, and in other ways. It was not coiued until after the reign of King David, but was an article of com- merce and was sold by weight. Gold Is ased in the Scriptures as an emblem of what is divine, pure, precious, solid, use- ful, incorruptible, or lasting and glorious... O. T. Ps. 19,1. Prov. 25.2. Ezek.25,9. N.T. Acts 7,55. Rom. 3,23. Phil. 1,11. Jud.3.31. I Sam. 13,21. Eccl. 12.11. Ex. 25,4, Lev. 3.12. Num. 7.16. Deut. 14,5. I. Sam. 252 II.Chr.17.11 Prov. 27.26, Jer. 313 II. Sam. 21 18.19. l.Chr 20,4. Isa. 22,24. Gen. o,ll;16 13. Ex. 7,16 34,6. Deut. 33,27. Josh, 24,19.1, Sam. 17,46. U.K. 19.15. l.Chr 17,24, Neh. 9,17. Ps. 5,4 57,2; 78,35. Isa. 12,2. Jer, 10,10. Matt. 25, 32, 33. Heb. 9. 12,13,19; 10, 4; 11,37. Mart. 15.13; 19,26; 22,21. Acts 16,17. Rom. 2,U; 12,1. I. Cor. 6,11. Eph. 2,4. I. Thes. 1,9. Heb. 10, 7. Jam. 4,4. Pet, 3,18. I. John 3,1, 10,20. Rev.11,13. Ex. 4,16; 7,1 22,28, Deut. 32,16. Judg. 2.12. I.K. 11, 33. Ps.82,6 97,7. I. Chr. 5,4 Ezek. 38.2,3 16,18;39,1,11 Deut. 4,43. Josh. 20.8. I. Chr. 6,71 Gen.2,ll;41 42; Ex. 20.23; 25.11.12.17, 29,31,38; 28, 14,36, Josh, 7.21. Jud. 8.26. II. Sam. 8,10. I. K, 9,11; 10.2. II.Chr.3.6; 8, 18. Job 22,24 Ps. 21.3. Hos. 8.4. Acts 17,29, Rom. 1.20. I. Tim. 2,2; 3,16; 4,7; 6.3 II. Tim.3,5. II. Pet. 3,111 Rev. 20.8. Matt. 2,11; ,23,16. Acts 13,6; 20,33. I. Cor. 3,12.1 II. Tim,2.20. Heb. 9,4. Jam.2,2;5,3. I. Pet.1,7 18. Rev. 1,12.13, 20; 3,18; 5, 8; 8,3; 9,20; 14.14; 17,4; 21.18. GOLD'EN CITY. A term referring to Baby- |Isa. 14,4. Ion GOLD'EN RULE. This is the rule of doing |Lev. 19. 18. Matt. 7. 12. unto others as we would have them do Deut. 5.14.15 Rom. 13, 9. unto us ; Gal. 5. 14. 46 INDEX. GRA O. T. GOL'GO-THA (a skull). The Hebrew name of the place in which Christ was crucified. See Calvary GO-LI'ATH (an exile). A champion of the Philistines, very large and gigantic, whom David slew with a stone from a sling at Ephes-dammim ' GO'MER. (completion). (1) A son of Japheth. (2) People descended from him who lived north of the Black Sea. (3) The wife of the prophet Hosea GO-MOR'RAH. One of the boundary citiej of the Canaanites, situated in the plain or valley of Siddim. It was miraculously de- stroyed with Sodom by God; also called Gomorrha I. Sam. 17,4: 21,9; 22,10. II.Sam.21.19 I. Chr.20,5. Gen. 10,2. [. Chr. 1,5. Ezek. 38,6. Hos. 1,3. Gen. 13,10; 19,24. Deut 29,23. Is. 1,9 13,19. Zeph 2.9. GOOD'MAN. Master of the house; house- holder; husband Prov. 7,19. GOOD HEALTH. The care and preservation of health is a moral duty, and must be ranked among the cardinal virtues — that is, among the virtues which are most import- ant and essential to our well-being. The laws of the clean and the unclean animals given to Moses by God, for the Israelites, had for their foundation the laws of health. A sound body is an excellent foundation for a sound religion. Half the doubts in the Christian life are due to some violation of the laws of health GO'PHER WOOD. The material of which Noah's Ark was made; probably the cy- press GO'SHEN. (1) The name of a district of Lower Egypt which Joseph assigned as the Residence to his father and his brethren (2) A district in Southern Palestine. (3) A city and the territory around it in the mountains of Judah GOS'PEL. The glad tidings of salvation through Jesus Christ. The Gospels, the first four books of the New Testament, were written by the evangelists Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Each portrayed the life and character of Christ in the manner natural to himself. They wrote for differ ent classes: Matthew for the Jews; Mark for the Romans; Luke for the Greeks; John for advanced Christians of all nationalities. Matthew described Christ as the Messiah and king of the Jews; John as the incar- nate son of God, and Redeemer of the world; Mark displays his official, and Luke his personal history. These four books to gether constituted the most important and best attested history GOURD (nauseus). (1) Poisonous wild gourd resembling the melon, (2) Supposed to be a vine resembling the American squash. . . GOVERN. To exercise authority; to admin- ister the law; to be or act as governor or ruler; to maintain the superiority GOVERN-OR. One who has supreme power of directing or regulating. It is a title of Christ ; Gen. 6,14. Gen, 45.10; 46,34; 47,4,6 27. Ex.8,22; 9,26. Josh. 10,41; 11,16; 15,51. N. T. Matt. 27,33. Mark. 15,22, John 19,17. INDEX. GRA GO'ZAN (quarry). A river of Media which waters the country where the captive Is- raelites were transported by Tiglath-pileser and Shalmaneser Matt. 10,15. Mark 6,11. Rom. 9. 29. II. Pet. 2,6. Jude 7. Matt. 20,11, Lukel3,25. Matt. 4,23. Mark 1,15; 16,15. Acts 15,7. Rom.l 1,15,16. I. Cor. 1.17: 4,15. II, Cor, 4,3. Gal.1,7 Eph.1,13, Phil. 1,5. Col. 1,5. I.Thes. 1.5. II.Thes. 1,8 I.Tim.1,11. II. Tim. 1,8 Phile. 13. II. K. 4, 39. Jonah 4, 6, 7, 9, 10. 1. K. 21, 7. Job 34, 17. Ps. 67, 4. Gen. 42, 6. I. K. 18, 3. Ezr. 5, 14. II. K. 17, 6; 18, 11; 19, 12 I, Chr. 5, 26 Is. 37, 12. Mat. 2, 6. John 2, 8. Acts 24, 1. GRACE. Pardon, mercy; a favor conferred; Ezr. 9, 8. kindness. The free and undeserved love Esth. 2, 17. and favor of God toward man as a sinner. . Ps. 45, 2. GRAIN. A single seed of a plant, particu- larly those plants the seeds of which are used as food for man: cereal plants as wheat, oats, barley, etc Luke 2, 40. John 1. 14. Acts 4, 33. Joel 1, 17. Mat. 13, 31. Amos 9, 9. IMark4, 31. Luke 17, 6. I.Cor. 15.37 GRAPES. This fruit was among the prin- cipal productions of Judea. Some locali- ties, such as Eschol, were especially famous for their excellent grapes. Grapes were used in various ways; were a common arti- cle of food, and were made into wine. They are still common in Palestine GRASS. A term referring in the Scriptures to green herbage in general; sometimes used for fuel. God created grass on the third day GRASS'HOP'PERS. These were sometimes used as food by the Hebrews. They were a kind of locust, and came to Palestine in great numbers, and were extremely de- structive to vegetation GRATE. A network of brass at the bottom of the altar of sacrifice GRAT'I-TUDE. It is a painful pleasure, felt and expressed only by noble souls: painful because misfortune places them under the stern necessity of accepting favors; and a pleasure because of the thought that there are others in this world who, though fortun- ate themselves, can sympathize with the misery of others. The majority of people are too slow in expressing gratitude for favors received. They are willing to ac- cept benefits as if they had a right to them, and then they immediately forget the giver. Ingratitude is certainly not a product of the better side of our nature. If gratitude Is due from man to man, how much more from man to his maker. Every blessing we have is the gift of God. Our heart should forever be thankful, for there is a faith that all may possess, which assures us our lives are well ordered and pro- tected GRAVE. See Burial, Sepulchre. GRAVE CLOTHES. See Burial O. T. Gen. 40, 10. Lev. 25, 5. Num. 6,3. Deut. 23, 24. Judg. 8, 2. Cant. 2, 15. Isa. 5, 2. Jer. 8, 13. Gen. 1, 11. Num. 22, 4. Ps.72,6;129, 6. Isa. 15, 6. Lev. 11, 22. Num. 13, 33. Judg. 6, 5. Job39, 20. Amos 7,1. Ex. 27, 4; 35, 16; 38. 4. Gen. 4, 1,25; 8, 20; 14, 20; 19, 19; 21, 6, 7. Ex. 13, 3; 16,32. Lev. 19,24. Deut. 16, 10, 11, 12, 15. I, K. 8, 56. Ps. 9,1,2, 4; 13, 6; 48. 11; 50, 14; 98, 1; 105, 1 5, 42, 43, 44 106,1; 107, 1 15,22,42,43 118,1,4. Prov. 3,9,10 Eccl. 7, 14. Isa. 48, 20; 63,7. Joel 2, 26. N. T. Mat. 7, 16. Luke 6, 44. Rev. 14, 18. Matt. 6, 30. Mark 6, 39. Luke 12, 28. Jam. 1. 10. GRA'VEN IM'AGE. A figure made in wood or stone to represent Jehovah GRAVING. A word used to indicate the work of hewing stone; engraving; painting; the operation of a carver or sculptor; fig- ures in relief GREAT. High in rank or position or mental endowments; eminent, illustrious, chief, principal GREAT SEA. See Sea GREAVES. A piece of defensive armor reaching from the knee to the foot GRE'CI-A. Latin form of Greece GHK'CIANS. (1) Natives of Ionia and the Grecian Islands. (2) Jews who settling In Greece or Grecian colonies had adopted their customs Matt. 14, 19 Mark 8, 6. 7- 10, 46-52. Luke 2, 20; 5, 25: 8. 39; 13,13; 17, 15; 18, 43. John 4,53. Acts 2. 46; 3, 8; 27, 35; 28. 15. Rom. 2. 4; 14 6; 15, 27. Eph. 5,4,19. 20. Col. 1,3, 12; 2, 7; 3, 15, 16, 17; 4. 2. I.Tess.5. 18. I.Tim. 1 12; 2,1; 4,3. 4, 5. Heb.13, 15. Jas. 1,9 John 11, 44 Ex. 20, 4. Deut. 27, IS. I.K.7,31. Job 19, 24. Jer. 17, 1. Ezek. 4, 1. Gen. 12, 2. Eccl. 9; 13. Num.34, 6. I. Sam. 17,6. Dan. 8, 21. Joel 3, 6. GREECE. The country in Europe inhabited by the Greeks, but in the New Testament designating only that part of it included in the Roman province of Macedonia GREY'HOTJND'. Possibly a "wrestler" ed for the fight gird- GRIEP. Pain of mind; that which causes sor- row, sadness; a trial, a misfortune, a fault, an offense I . . . . GROT'TO. A natural covered opening in the ground; a cave; also an artificial recess or cavern-like apartment. See photographs, opp. pages 570, 706 Mat. 5, 12. Acts 8, 9. Acts 6, 1; 29; 11, 20. Zech. 9, 13. Ac(s 20, 2 Prov. 30, 31. Gen. 26, 35. I. Sam. 1,16. Ps. 6, 7. II. Cor. 2.5. Heb. 13, 17. I. Pet. 2, 19. 47 INDEX. HAD GROVES. These -were used for the worship of the true God in ancient times. Afterward it became common to plant groves for the worship of idols, and as these contained images of their gods, the word "grove" and "idol" were used interchangeably; and grove often means an image of a false God GUARD. (1) King's body-guard. (2) Watch- man. (3) The word commonly translated has reference to the duties of the king's body-guard GUD'GO-DAH (cleft). the Israelites Fortieth station of O. T, Ex. 34, 13. Deut. 7. 5 ; 12, 3. Judg, 3, 7. I.K. 14, 15.11. K.18,4, Is. 17, 8. Mic. 5, 14. I.Sam.22,17 Neh. 4, 9. Jer. 39. 9. Deut. 10, 7. GU'NI (colored). (1) Son of Naphtali and Gen. 46, 24 founder of the family of Gunites. scendant of Gad (2) A de CUR (lion's whelp). Place where Ahaziah was killed while fleeing from Jehu GUR-BA'AL. Town between Canaan and Arabia H HAB'AK-KUK (embrace). One of the twelve minor prophets who lived in the reign of Jehoiakim, and was a contemporary of Jeremiah HAB'AK-KUK, BOOK OF. This book, writ- ten by the prophet Habakkuk, consists of three chapters. The first is a prediction of the invasion by the Chaldeans; the second, a prediction of the punishment awaiting the Chaldeans themselves; and the third, a sublime psalm en the majesty of God HAB'A-ZI-NI'AH (lamp of Jehovah), of the family of Rechabites Head HA-BBR'GE-ON. An ancient piece of armor called, also, "coat of mail" which covered the body from the neck to middle, and was made of thick hide, or of plates of metal arranged like fish scales HA'B(5r (joining together). (1) A country of Media to which portions of the ten tribes were transported. (2) A river of Mesopo- tamia HACH'A-LI'A (the darkness Father of Nehemiah of Jehovah), HACH'I-LAH (dark). Mountain south of Jericho where David hid himself from Saul. HA'DAD (fierce). (1) King of Edom who de- feated the Midianites. (2) Prince of Edom who escaped when David conquered his country. (3) Son of Ishmael; also called Hadar. (4) Successor of Baal-hanan, king of Edom; also called Hadar HAD'AD-E'ZER (Atad his help). King of Zobah, a powerful monarch defeated by David; also called Hadarezer HA'DAD rYmTMON. A town near Megiddo in Issachar HA'DAR. (1) See Hadad No. 3. (2) See Ha- dad No. 4 HAD'AR-E'ZER. See Hadadezer HA-DAS'SAH (myrtle). Jewish name of Esther HA'DES (not to be seen). The realm of the dead. See Hell I, Chr. 5,15 7.13, U.K. 9, 27. II.Chr.26, 7 Hab.l,l;3,l Jer. 35, 3. Ex.28,32; 39 23. II. Chr. 26. 14. Neh 4.16. Job 41 26. II. K. 17, 6; 18. 11. I. Chr. 5. 26, Neh. 1, 1; 10.1. I. Sam. 23. 19; 26, 3. Gen. 25. 15; 36, 35; 39, I. K. 11, 14, 17, 19, 21. I. Chr. 1.30, 46, 47, 51. II. Sam. 8.3 I. K. 11.23. I. Chr. 18, 3 Zech. 12, 11 Gen. 25, 15; 36.39. II. Sam. 10. 16. Esth. 2, 7. N. T. HAM INDEX. HA'DID (peak). A city of Benjamin HAD'LA^I (resting). An Ephraimite . HA-DO'RAM (Hadar is high). (1) A son of Joktan. (2) A son of Tou king of Hamath in the time of David. (3) Chief officer of the tribute under Rehoboam HA'DRACH. A place or district near Da- mascus HA'GAR (perhaps, stranger). (1) The Egyptian maid-servant of Sarah the wife of Abra- ham. She became the mother of Ishmael by Abraham. (2) See Agar HA'GAR-ENES, HA'GAR-ITES. which dwelt east of Gilead . . A nation HA'GER-ITE, THE. Appellation of Zaziz, de scendant of Hagar , HAG'GA-I (festive). One of the twelve, mi- nor prophets who lived in the time when tne Jews returned to Jerusalem. He exer- cised the prophetic office during the second year of the reign of Darius Hystaspes O. T. Ezra. 2, 33. II.Chr.28.12. Gen. 10, 27. I. Chr. 1,21 18, 10. II. Chr. 10, 18. Zech. 9, 1. Gen. 16,1,3 4. 8, 15. 16; 21, 9, 14,17; 25,12. I. Chr. 5. 10. Ps. 83, 6. I. Chr. 27/31 Ezra 5, 1; 6, 14. Hag. 1,1, 3.12. 13; 2.1, 10, 13, 14, 20 N. T. HAG'GA-I, THE BOOK OF. This book has reference principally to the rebuilding of the Temple and the glory which awaited it. The construction begun by Zerubbabel had been interrupted by a royal decree; but the accession of the new king brought with it the cancelling of that decree, and then the Jews showed themselves lukewarm in their ardor HAG-GI'AH (festival of Jehovah). A Levite. HAG'GITH (festive). A wife of David, and mother of Adonijah HA'I. See Ai HAIL. (1) One of the plagues of Egypt was a storm of hail. It is the symbol of the Divine vengeance upon kingdoms and na- tions as enemies of God. (2) A salutation; used in mockery of Jesus HAK'KA-TAN or KA'TAN (little). Johanan Father oC HAK'KOZ (the nimble). (1) Man of Judah. (2) Chief of the seventh course of priests in the Temple service; also called Koz HA'LAH (signification unknown). City or district of Media on the Gozan River HA'LAK, THE MOUNT (bare). A mountain, the southern limit of Joshua's conquests . . HALL (yard). Uncovered hall or courtyard enclosed by the house I. Chr. 6, 30 II. Sam. 3, 4, I.Chr.3. 2. Gen. 12, 8. Ezra 8, 12, I. Chr. 4. 8 24, 10. Ezra 2. 61. Neh. 3. 4. , 21. II. K. 17, 6. I. Chr. 5, 26. Josh, 11, 17: 12,7. HAL'LE-LU-JAH. An exclamatory expres- Ps. 106; 111; sion of praise or adoration. Alleluia is 112; 113; 117 used with a similar meaning 135. HAL'LOW. To consecrate, to make holy HA-LO'HESH Shallum . . . (the enchanter). Father of Ex, 29. 1. Neh. 3, 12. HAM (hot). (1) The son of Noah and the'Gen. 5, 32; father of Cush, Mizraim, Phut and Canaan. '14, S. I. Chr. (2) Place belonging to the Zuzim. (3) Orig- 4, 40. Ps.78, inal inhabitants of the valley of Gedor. (4) 51; 105,23; Political name of Egypt '106, 22. Gal.4.24.25. Mat. 26, 49. Luke 1, 28. Luke 22, 55 Rev. 19. 1. 3 4,6. Matt. 6. 9. 48 INDEX. HAN O. T. N.T. INDEX. HAR O. T. N.T. HA'MAN (celebrated). A courtier and favor- Esth. 3, 1, 2 ite of Ahasuerus, the king of Persia, who 5. 6, 7, 15; 4 devised persecution against the Jews. Hej7; 5,4, 8, 9, obtained a royal decree for the extermina-|ll, 14; 6, 5, tion of the Jews in Persia; but through 6, 11, 12. 13 the influence of Esther his plan was not carried out. He was hanged on the gal- lows which he had prepared for Mordecai. . HA'MATH (fortress). One of the principal cities of Syria, and one of the oldest in the world. It was situated in the valley of the Orontes, and was founded by a son of Canaan. It was visited by the spies, and is often mentioned as the northern boundary of Palestine HAM'MATH (warm springs). A fortified city allotted to Naphtali; also called Ham- moth-dor and Hammon 7,1.6, 7,8, 10; 8, 1; 9, 10, Num. 34, 8. U.K. 14. 28. I. Chr. 18. 3. II. Chr. 8, 4. Isa.l0,9;ll 11. Jer. 39,5 49, 23. Ezek 47, 17. Josh. 19, 35 21,32. 1 Chr 6,76. HAM-MED'A-THA (double). Father of Ha- nan, commonly called "the Agagite." .... HAM'ME-LECH (the king). A name refer- ring to Jehoiakim and Zedekiah HAM-MOL'E-KETH (the queen). Woman named in the genealogies of Manasseh .... HIM'MON (sunny). (1) A town in Asher, Est. 3, 1, 10; 8, 5; 9, 24. Jer. 36, 26; 38,6. I. Chr. 7. 18. Josh. 19, 28. (2) See Hammath' ." '■ Chr - 6 - 76 HA-MO'NAH (multitude). City foretold by Ezekiel as the burial place of Gog and his people Ezek. 39, 16. HA'MON-GOG (multitude of Gog). Valley Ezek. 39, 11, where Gog and his people were to be IS. buried HA'MOR (a he-ass). Prince of Sheehem, Gen. 33, 19; father of Sheehem who ravished Dinah, 34, 6, 8, 24. the daughter of Jacob. Also called Em- Judg. 9, 28. mor HA-MU'EL (angel of God). A Simeonite . . HA-MTJL (spared). Son of Pharez, and head of the family of Hamulites HA-MU'TAL (kinsman of the dew). Wife of King Joshiah, and mother of Jehoahaz and Zedekiah, kings of Judah 52] l. I. Chr. 4, 26. Gen, 46, 12. Num. 26, 21 II. K. 23, 31 24, 18. Jer. HA-NAM'E-EL (gift of God). Son of Shal- lum, the uncle of Jeremiah the prophet . . . Jer. 32, 7, 8, 9, 12. HA'NAN (merciful). (1) Benjamite chief. (2) i.Chr. 8, 23. Descendant of Saul. (3) One of David's I38; 11, 43. heroes. (4) One whose sons returned from|Neh. 7, 49; captivity. (5) A Levite. (6) Name of two 8, 7; 10, 10, men who sealed the covenant. (7) Son of 22,26; 13,13. Zaccar. (8) Son of Igdaliah Jer. 35, 4. HA-NAN'E-EL (God is gracious). Israelite Neh. 3, 1. who gave his name to one of the towers of I Jer. 31, 38. Jerusalem Zech. 14, 10 HA-NA'NI (gracious). (1) The father of Jehu 1. K. 16, 1. 1 the prophet. (2) A son of Heman. (3) A Chr. 25, 4. seer who reproved Asa for seeking help II. Chr. 16,7 from the king of Syria. (4) A Jew who 1 19. 2; 20, 34. had taken a foreign wife. (5) A brother of lEzra 10, 20. Nehemiah. (6) A priest, one of the mu- Neh. 1, 2; 7, siciaus 2; 12, 36. Acts 7. 16. HaN'A-NI'AH (Jehovah is gracious). (1) A son of Zerubabel. (2) A son of Shashak. (3) A sou of Heman. (4) A captain of the army of TJzziah. (5) A Jew who took a foreign wife. (6) A Jew who repaired a part of the wall of Jerusalem. (7) A Jew in charge of the gates of Jerusalem. (8) A Jew who sealed the covenant with Nehe- miah. (9) The name of two priests. (10) A false prophet who opposed Nehemiah. (11) The father of Zedekiah. (12) Grandfather of Irijah. (13) Hebrew name of Shadracb... HAND. A symbol of skill, strength and effi- cacy. The imposition of hands formed a part of the ceremonial observed on the ap- pointment and consecration of persons to high and holy undertakings. To pour water on one's hands signified service to him. To wash one's hands denoted innocency of manslaughter HAND'BREADTH. A measure of length, re- corded to have been equal to the breadth of the four fingers across the first joint; about three inches HAND'KER-CHIEFS. They were used by Paul in healing diseases HANGED. Put to death by suspending by the neck. Under the Jewish law criminals were first strangled, and then hanged: it was a special mark of infamy. Jesus is said to have been hanged on a tree which means literally on a beam of wood, and refers to his crucifixion I. Chr. 3, 19, 21; 8, 24; 25, 4,23. Il.Chr. 26, 11. Ezra 10,28. Neh. 3, 8, 30; 7. 2; 10, 23; 12, 12, 41. Jer. 28,1, H, 12, 17; 36, 12; 37, 13 Dan. 1, 6, 7, II, 19; 2, 17 Gen. 9, 2. Ex. 6, 1. Num. 27, 18, 23. Deut.21, 6, 7. l.K. 18. 46.II.K.3.11. Ps. 31. 8. Ex. 25, 25. I. K. 7, 26. Ps. 39, 5, Ezek. 40, 5. Gen. 40, 22. Deut. 21, 23. Josh. 8, 29. II. Sam. 17, 23. Ezr. 6, 11. Est. 2,23. Lam. 5. 12. Ezek. 27, 10. Matt. 8. 15. Mark 3, L Luke 1, 1. John 10. 39. , Acts 8, 17,18; 12,17. I.Tim. 4,14. H.Tim. 1.6. Acts 19. 12. Matt. 18, 6; 27, 5. Mark 9,42. Luke 17, 2; 19, 48; 23, 39. Acts 5, 30; 10,39. Gal, 3, 13. HAN'NAH (grace). The pious wife of El- [.Sam. 1,2, kanah, and the mother of the prophet Sam- 8, 9. 13, 19, uel who was given to her in answer to 20, 22; 2, 1, prayer 21. HAN'NA-THON (probably, favored). Town of Zebulun HAN'NI-EL (grace of God). (1) Son of Ephod. (2) An Asherite son of Ulla Josh. 19. 14, Num. 34. 23. 1. Chr. 7,39 HA'NOCH (dedicated). (1) A son of Midian; Gen. 25, 4. also called Henoch. (2) A son of Reuben, 'Num. 26, 5. and founder of the family by that name . . I. Chr. 1 33 HA'NUN (gracious). Son and successor of II. Sam. 10,1, Nahash, king of the Ammonites. (2) Jew 2,3,4. I.Chr. who aided in repairing the wall of Jerusa- lem. (3) A Jew who with Hananiah repair- ed part of the wall of Jerusalem HAP-PIZ'ZEZ (the dispersion), ant of Aaron A despend- HA'RA (hill-country). A place in Assyria . , HAR'A-DAH (place of terror). Twenty-fifth station of the Israelites 19, 2, 4. Neh. 3. 13, 30. I.Chr. 24, 15 I.Chr. 5, 26. Num. 33, 24 HA'RAN (a mountaineer). (1) Brother of Gen. 11 26, Abraham and father of Lot. (2) A son of Shimei, of the tribe of Levi, (a) A son of Caleb. (4) A place in Mesopotamia to which Terah and Abraham migrated; also called Charran HAR-BO'NA. A chamberlain of Ahasuerus; also called Harbonah HA'REPH (reproachful). Son of Caleb HA'RETH (thicket). Place where David fled from Saul I.Chr. 2, 51. I.Sam.22,5. HAR'HAS (splendor). Ancestor of Shallum, II.K.22,14. the husband of Huldah; also called Hasrah. II. Chr. 34,22 I 27. 28, 29. 31 II. K. 19, 12 Isa. 37. 12. Est. 1, 10; 7, 9. 49 INDEX. HAS HA'RIM (flat-nosed). (1) Priest in the time of David. (2) Name of two families who returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel, sealed the covenant with Nehemiah, and took foreign wives HA'RIPH (strong). (1) Israelite whose de- scendants (or place whose inhabitants) re- turned from captivity; probably same as Jorah. (2) A signer of the covenant HAR'LOT. An abandoned woman. Among the Jews harlots were often foreigners; hence their name "strange women." The name is also applied -figuratively to wicked cities HA'ROD (trembling). A brook near Jezreel. HA-RO'SHETH (forest). A city in the north of Canaan where Sisera dwelt HARPS. Those used by the Hebrews were of various forms. The harp was invented by Jubal and was used on joyful occasions. David was very skillful in its use and played on it before king Saul HAR'ROW. The word probably refers to a thrashing machine HAR'SHA (enchanter). One of the Nethinim who returned from captivity HART. An extremely graceful and beautiful animal of the deer kind. It was a clean animal by the Levitical law. The female has no horns and is called a hind HA-RU'MAPH (slit-nosed). Father of Jedai- ah HA-RU'PHITE. Designation of Shephatiah, the Korhite HA'RUZ (earnest). Father of Meshullemeth. IIAR'VEST. This season usually commenced in Palestine about the beginning of April aud ended in June. The end of the world is referred to as the harvest HAS'A-DI'AH (Jehovah loves). Son of Ze- rubbabel HAS'E-NU'AH (pointed). A Benjamite HASH-A-BI'AH (Jehovah regards). (1) Three Merarite Levites. (2) Son of Jeduthun. (3) A descendant of Hebron. (4) Levite prince. (5) A Levite in the time of King Josiah. (6) A chief Levite who returned from exile. (7) A ruler who repaired part of the Jeru- salem wall. (8) Three Levites. (9) A priest under Jehoiakim HASH'AB-NI'AH (Jehovah regards). (1) Father of Hattush. (2) A Levite HASH-BAD'A-NA (intelligence in judging), Companion of Ezra O. T. I.Chr.24,8. Ezra 2,32,39; 10,21,31. Neh.7,35;10, 27; 12,15. Ezra 2,18. Neh. 7,24; 10, 19. Gen. 34,31. Lev. 21, 14. Judg.16,1. Isa.1,21. Judg. 7.L Judg. 4, 2. Gen. 4. 21. II. Sam. 6, 5. I.K.10,12. Ps. 137,2. Isa. 5, 12. II.Sam.12,31 l.Chr.20.3. Ezra 2,52. Neh. 7,54. Deut. 12, 15; 14,5; 15,22. Ps.42,1. Isa 35,6. Lam. 1.6 Neh. 3. 10. I. Chr. 12. 5 II. K. 21. 19 Gen. 8, 22. Ex. 23, 16. Lev. 25. 5. Job 5,5 I.Chr.3,20. l.Chr.9,7. I.Chr.6,45; 9 14; 25,3,19; 26,30; 27,17. II.Chr.25,9. Ezra 8,24. Neh. 3,17; 1C 11; 11,15,22; 12,21. Neh.3,10;9,S Neh. 8,4. N. T. INDEX. HEA I.Cor.6,15,16 Heb. 11,31. Jam. 2, 25. I.Cor.14,7. Rev. 5,8; 14, 2; 15, 2. Matt. 9, 37. Mark 4, 29. Luke 10, 2. Rev. 14, 15 HASH-MO'NAH (fatness). Israelites A camp of the HA'SHTJB (inteligent). (1) One who assisted in rebuilding the Jerusalem wall. (2) Son of Pahath-moab. (3) One who sealed the covenant. (4) A Merarite Levite; also called Hasshub IIA-SHU'BAH (esteemed), dren of Zerubbabel One of the chil- HA'SHUM (rich). (1) Ancestor of a number of returned exiles, seven of whom married Num. 33,29. I.Chr.9,14. Neh. 3,11,23 10,23; 11,15. 1. Chr. 3, 20. Ezra 2,19; 10 33. Neh.7,22; strange wives. The chief sealed Nehemi- ah's covenant. (2) A priest HA-SHU'PHA (uncovered). A Nethinim fam- ily who returned from Babylon; more cor- rectly called Hasupha .'. HAS'SE-NA'AH (thorn hedge). A Jew whose sons rebuilt the fish-gate of Jerusalem HA-SU'PHA. See Hashupha. HA'TACH. One of the chamberlains ap- pointed to attend Esther HATE. To dislike exceedingly; to have or feel a great aversion to. To love less, relatively. The command to hate father, mother, wife, and children, etc., means that all earthly ties must be subordinate to love for Christ HA'THATH (terror). Son of Othniel HAT'I-TA (exploration). One whose sons were a division of the Levites returning un- der ' Zerubbabel HAU'RAN (caves). A province on the north- eastern boundary of the Promised Land . . HAV'I-LAH (circular). (1) An unknown re- gion. (2) Son of Cush. (3) A son of Jok- tan. (4) A district east of Amalek HA'VOTH-JA'IR (huts of Jair). District be- yond the Jordan in the land of Gilead; also called Bashan-haroth-jair HAWK. A carnivorous and unclean bird HAZ'A-EL (vision of God). An officer of Ben-ha-dad, king of Syria, whose eventual succession to the throne of that kingdom was made known to Elijah HA'ZAR-E'NAN (village of fountains). One of the northern boundaries of the Promised Land HA'ZAR-SHU'AL (village of town in the south of Judah . jackals). A O. T. 8. 4; 10, 13. Ezra 2,43. Neh. 7, 46. Neh, 3. 3. Est. 4, 5. 6. 9,10. Lev. 19,17. Num. 10, 35 II. Chr. 19,2. Ps. 21,8. Eccl. 3,8. Mic. 3,2. I. Chr. 4. 13 Ezra 2,42. Neh. 7, 45. Ezek.47,16, 18. Gen. 2,11; 10 7,29; 25.18. I.Sajn.15,7. Num.32,41. Deut. 3,14. Judg.10,4. Lev. 11, 16. I. K. 19, 15. II.K.8,9;9, 14; 10, 32. Amos 1, 4. Num. 34, 9. Ezek.47,17; 48,1. Josh.15,28. I. Chr. 4. 28 N. T. Matt. 5,43. Luke 1.71. John 7,7. Rom. 7. 15. Eph. 5.29. Rev. 17, 16. HA'ZAR-SU'SAH (village of horses). A city Josh. 19, 5. of Southern Judah allotted to Simeon I.Chr.4,31. HAZ'E-LEL-PO'NI (shade-facing). Sister of the sons of Etam in the genealogy of Ju- dah HA-ZE'RIM (villages). A district in South- ern Canaan inhabited by the Avim HA-ZE'ROTH (courts). The third encamp- ment of the Israelites after they left Sinai. HAZ'E-ZON-TA'MAR. Ancient name of En- gedi; also called Hazazon-tamar HA'Z<5R (enclosed). (1) A royal city of the Canaanites situated in the north part of the land; afterward a city of Naphtali. (2) A city of Judah; also called Hezron. (3) A town of Benjamin. (4) A name given to certain countries in the east of Arabia . HEAD OF THE CHURCH. Christ is called the head and the church his body, on ac- count of the intimate relation between them HEAL. (1) To cure bodily maladies. (2) To cure maladies of men's souls by forgiving their sins I.Chr.4,3. Deut. 2,23. Josh. 13.3,4. Num. 11,35; 12, 16; 33.17. Gen. 14, 7. II.Chr.20,2. Josh. 11, 10, 11.13; 15,23, 25; 19,36. Judg. 4,2. l.K.9,15. II.K.15,29. Jer. 49,30. Ps. 6, 2. Eph. 4,12.15; S.23. Matt. 4. 24. Rev. 22.2. 50 INDEX. HEL HEART. A word used in some parts of the Bible to denote the seat of the desires, af- fections and motives of man; and in others to signify all his faculties and powers as an intellectual, moral, and accountable being HEARTH. (1) A fagot for fuel. (2) A port- able furnace used in heating the king's apartment. (3) A basin for holding fire .. HEATHEN. Those who are not of the Christian or Jewish faiths; unbelievers ... HEAVEN (rolling cloud). This word has a number of meanings which may be imper- fectly classed thus: (1) The atmosphere, the region of clouds. (2) The region of the sun, moon and stars. (3) The throne of God and the habitation of the holy angels. (4) The word is frequently used in an indefi- nite, figurative or metaphorical sense HE'BER (alliance). (1) Son of Salah. (2) Grandson of Asher. (3) Husband of Jael who killed Sisera. (4) One of the tribe of Judah. (5) A Gadite. (6) Name of two Benjamites H Fo?£ E ^, (1) Language of the Hebrews. (I) Gentile appellation for the descendants of Abraham; they were also called Israel- ites, Children of Israel, Seed of Abraham or the Children of Abraham HE'BREW OF THE HE'BREWS. One who was a Hebrew by a long series of ancestors with no admixture of Gentile or proselvte blood HE'BREWS, E'PIS-TLE TO THE. This epis- tle is not addressed to any individual con- gregation, but generally to all the Jewish Christians in Palestine, who were suffering severely from the persecution of their Jew- ish countrymen, and sorely tempted to apos- tasy from Christ. Its purpose is to strength- en those brethren in their faith. Its divine authority has never been doubted but con- cerning its authorship, there always has been, and still exists, some uncertainty. It has been ascribed to Paul, Barnabas, and to Apollos HE'BRON (alliance). (1) A city of Judah south of Jerusalem, in the neighborhood of which much of the lifetime of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, was spent, and where they were buried. It was taken by Caleb who expelled the Anakim; was one of the cities of refuge; and was the royal resi- dence of David. Its most ancient name was Kirjath-arba. (2) City of Asher. (3) Third son of Kohath, ancestor of the He- bronites. (4) Son of Mareshah. See photo- graph, opp. page 9 HEDGE. (1) God's protective providence is called a hedge. (2) Hindrances are called hedges. (3) The "way of the slothful" is a hedge of thorns HE'GAI or HE'GE (eunuch), chamberlains of Ahasuerus . One of the HEIF'ER. A young cow. A red heifer was used in sacrifice without the camp as a sin- offering. The word was used figuratively of both backsliders and the obedient HEIR. One who inherits, takes, or receives anything from an ancestor. Figurative: Christ the "heir of all things" as God's son. Saints are "heirs" of the promise, righteous- ness, salvation, the kingdom, the world, God HE'LAM (place of abundance). Place east of Jordan, noted for David's defeat of the Syrians HEI/BON (fruitful). A city or district of Syria celebrated for its fine wines O. T. Gen. 31, 20. Deut.5.29. Josh. 14,8. Job 9,4. Prov. 6, 18. Hos. 7,11. Ps. 102,3. Jer.36,22. Zech.12,6. II.K.16.3. Jer. 10,2. Gen.l.l.Lev. 26,19. Deut. 17,3. I.Sam. 2,10. Il.Sam. 18,9.1 K.8,27 II.K.19,15 Jer.7,18. Ezek. 8,3. Gen. 10,24; 46,17. J udg. 4,11. I.Chr.4 18; 5,13; 8,17 22. Gen. 14, 13; 40.15; 43,32 Ex. 2, 11,13; 3. 18. I.Sam. 4,6. N. T. Matt. 11,29. Luke 2,19. John 13, 2. Eph. 6, 6. Col. 3, 22. Heb. 4, 12. Matt. 6. 7. Gal. 2, 9. Matt. 5, 18; 16,1. Mark 13,27. Luke 3 21; IS, 21. John 1,32,51 Acts 3, 21. Jam. 5, 18. Rev. 3, 12; 8,10. Luke 3, 35. Luke 23, 38. Acts 6,1; 21, 40; 26, 14. li.Cor.11,22. Rev. 9, 11. Phil. 3, 5. INDEX. HER Gen. 23. 2. Ex. 6, 18. Num. 3, 19; 13, 22. Josh 19,28. I.Sam 30, 31. II. Sam. 2,1,11 3,2.32; 4.12; 5, 3; 15, 7. I. K. 2, 11. I. Chr. 2, 42 43; 6, 57. II.Chr.11,10. Job 1, 10. Prov. 15, 19. Lam. 3, 7. Ezek. 13, 5. Est. 2, 3, 15. Num, 19,2. Deut. 21, 3. Judg. 14.18. Hos. 4. 16; 10, 11. Gen. 15. 3. 4; 21! 10. J udg. 18,7. Il.Sam. 14, 7. Prov. 30, 23. Jer. 49, 1. Mic. 1,15. II. Sam. 10. 16, 17. Ezek. 27,18. Heb. 9, 13. Rom. 4, 13; 8, 17. Gal. 3,29. Eph. 3,6. Tit. 3. 7. Heb. 1, 2; 6, 17. Jam. 2, 5 HEL'DA-I (worldliness). (1) A descendant of Othmel, who had charge of one of the Tem- ple courses; also called Heleb and Heled. (2) One who returned from captivity HE'LEK (a portion). A descendant of Gi- lead, and a founder of a family by his name. HE'LEPH. A boundary mark of Naphtali HE'LEZ (strength). (1) One of David's guard (2) Son of Azariah HE'LI (elevation). Maternal grandfather of Christ 7 HE'lT-OP'O-lTs. See On w — HEL'KA-I (apportioned). Priest under Joia- kim O.T. II.Sam.23 .29 I.Chr. 11,30; 27, 15. Zech. 6,10. Num. 26, 30. Josh. 17, 2. Josh. 19, 33 I. Chr. 2.39 27.10. . HEL'KATH (smoothness). Boundary town of Asher allotted to the Gershonite Levites . . N.T. Neh. 12, 15. HEL'KATH-HAZ'ZU-RIM (field of swords). Battle ground near the pool of Gibeon . . HELL (the unseen state). A term used to designate the world of the dead generally. It also has the specific meaning of the place and condition of penalty destined for the impenitent among the dead; also the abode of evil spirits. "Gehenna" and "hades" are other terms for "hell." The dreadful na- ture of the abode of the wicked is implied in various figurative expressions HEL'MET. A defensive armor for the head. It was made of thick, tough hide or of met- al. Figurative: the salvation of God's peo- ple is his "helmet." HE'LON (strong). Father of Eliab, who was a man of influence in the tribe of Zebulun. . Josh. 19, 25; 21. 31. Il.Sam. 2,16. Deut. 32, 22. II. Sam. 22,6 Job. 11, 8. Prov. 5. 5; 15,11; 27.20, Isa. 5, 14. Ezek. 31, 16. Amos 9, 2. Jonah 2, 2. Hab. 2, 5. II.Chr.26,14. Isa. 59,17. ler. 46, 4. Ezek. 23, 24 Num. 1,9:2 7. 24; 10, 16. Luke 3, 23. HE'MAM (exterminating). Son of Lotan; Gen. 36, 22. also called Homan '. I. Chr. 1, 39. HE'MAN. (1) An Israelite noted for his wis- dom. (2) Grandson of the prophet Samuel Psalm 88 is attributed to him IIEM'DAN (pleasant). Son of Dishon; also called Hauram HEM'LOCK. A wild, noxious, and bitter plant. It is elsewhere translated "gall".. HEN (grace). Son of Zephaniah; the same as Josiah of verse 10 HE'NA. A city of Mesopotamia on a ford of the Euphrates; the same, probably, which was afterwards called Ana HEN'A-DAD (favor of Hadad). A Levite who with his family aided in rebuilding the Temple HE'NOCH. See Hanoch and Enoch, No. 2.. HE'PHER (a well). (1) Youngest son of Gi- lead, and head of the family by his name. (2) A Canaanitish city. (3) Son of Naarah. (4) One of David's guard HEPH'zT-BAH (my delight is in her). (1) The wife of Hezekiah. (2) Prophetic name of Jerusalem HERBS. Those found in Palestine were of different kinds. The Jews were command- ed to eat the Passover with bitter herbs, to remind them of the bitterness of their bond- age in Egypt I. K. 4, 31. I. Chr. 2,6; 6, 33; 16, 42. Gen. 36, 26. I. Chr. 1. 41 Hos. 10, 4. Amos 6, 12. Zech. 6, 14. II. K. 18, 34; 19, 13. Isa. 37.13. Ezra 3. 9. Neh. 3, 18. Num. 26, 32. Josh. 12, 17. Chr. 4, 6; 11,36. II. K. 21, 1. Isa. 62,4. Ex. 12, 8. Deut. 11, 10. Ps. 105, 35. Prov. 15, 17. Jer. 12, 4. Matt. 5, 22; 10,28; 11,23; 16,18. Mark 9,47. Luke 16,23. Acts 2, 31. I. Cor. 15, 55. Ja.m. 3,6. H.Pet. 2, 4. Rev. 1, 18; 6, 8. Eph. 6.17. I. Thes. 5, 8. Matt. 13, 32. Mark 4, 32. Luke 11. 42. Rom. 14, 2. Heb. 6, 7. 61 INDEX. MES HERD (oxen). The herd was greatly re- garded both in the patriarchal and Mosaic period. The ox was the most precious stock next to the horse and mule; it yielded the most esteemed sacrifice; also fresh meat cud milk. It was generally useful ........ HERD-MAN" (a tender of oxen). The patri- archs were great herdsmen. The occupa- tion was not inconsistent with state honors: Da lid's herdsmen were among his chief of- ficers of state O. T. Gen. 18, 7. Ex. 10. 9. Lev. 1,2. ut. 12. 21 i.ll. 5. Joel 1. 18. Jonah 3, 7. Gen. 13, 7; 26,20. I. Sam. 21, 7. Amos 1, 1; 7,14. I-IE'RES. Mount Heres near Aijalon Judg. 1, 35. HER'E-SY. The derivation of this word originaly meant simply choice: but it is generally used to signify some fundamental error adhered to with obstinacy. The here- sies chiefly alluded to in the Epistles are: (1) Those of the Judaizers or adherents of the Mosaic rites. (2) Those of Grecian Jews who held Grecian philosophy in too high an estimation, thus corrupting the simplicity of the Gospel. (3) Those who endeavored to blend Christianity with a mixed philosophy of magic, demonology, and Platonism HER'MAS (interpreter). Christian at Rome. HER'MOG-E-XES (a fugitive), who deserted Paul at Rome A Christian Acts 15, 24; 16,20,21,23 l c ,13; 24,13- 16. I. Cor. 11, 19. II. Cor. 11, 4. Gai. 1, 7; 5, 11, 20; 6, 12. Tit. 3, 10. II. Pet. 2,1. II. John 10, 11. Jude3- 16. Rev. 2, 6 IS. Rom. 16. 14. (I.Tlm. 1,15. HER'MOX (peak). A mountain of Anti-Li- Deut. 4, 48. banus which formed the northern boundary Josh. 13, 11. of the territory of Israel beyond the Jor- Ps. 89, 12; dan. It was probably the site of theil33, 3. Transfiguration." Also "called Shenir, Sion, and Sirion. See photograph, opp. page 175. Cant. 4, 8. HER'MOX-TTES. The three summits of Ps. 42, 6. Mount Hermon HER'OD. This was not a personal name but a surname which belonged to all of the Herodian family known to the Scriptures. '•Herod the Great,", also called "Herod the King" was king of Judea for thirty-seven years. He was cruel and despotic. Christ "was born near the end of his reign. He left three sons and two grandsons as his heirs. The sons were: (1) Archelaus. (2) Herod Antipas, called "the tetrarch," who beheaded John the Baptist. (3) Herod Philip, husband of Salome, distinguished for his justice. The grandsons were: (1) Agrip- pa I., who persecuted the Apostles. (2) Agrippa II., noted in the history of Paul . . HE-RO'DI-ANS. A class of Jews existing in the time of Christ; but whether of a re- ligious or political description is not known. HE-RO'DI-A3. A granddaughter of Herod the Great; married first to her uncle Herod Philip, to whom she bore Salome, and then to Herod Antipas, another uncle HE-RO'DI-OX. A kinsman of Paul HER'O-ISM. Heroism does not require a bat tie ground for its field, nor does it always receive the applause of the world. It may be equally illustrated ty two men; but cir- cumstance brings publicity to one, and the other is never knovn. The Christian hero is not incited by any deeds of daring; suf- fering and self-sacrifice are his weapons. Heroism in well doing has daily examples In the people who give up their lives in helping others. They help the poor; nurse the sick, suffer with them and o'ten die from the infectious diseases with which they come in contact. In our hospitals are many such women who count their lives well lost in their labor of love HER'ON. One of the unclean birds. INDEX. HESH'JBON (intelligence). A Levitical city on the borders of Reuben and Gad, belong- ing originally to the Moabites and after- wards to the Amorites, It finally came again into the possession of the Moabites HESH'MOX (fatness), dah Matt. 2.12, 15, 16; 14. 3, 6. Mark 6, 17, 20, 21; 8, 15. Luke 3, 1, 10; 9, 7; 13, 31; 23, 7, ", 11, 12, 15. Acts 4. 27; 12, 1, 6, 11. 21; 13, 1;23, 35. Matt. 22, 16 Mark 3, 6; 12,13. Luke 3.19, Matt. 14, 3, 6 Alark 6, 19, 22. Luke 3, 19. Rom. 16, 11 Lev. 11, 19. HE'SED (kindness). Father of one of Solo- I. K. 4, 10. mon's commissary officers A city of Southern Ju- HETH (terror). The eldest son of Canaan. He was the progenitor of the Hittites riETH'LOX (wrapped up). City limiting the Promised Land on the north HEX'A-TELCH. Old Testament The first six books of the O. T. Num. 21, 28. Judg. 11. 26. Cant. 7. 4. Isa. 15,4. Jer. 48, 2. Josh. IS, 27. Gen. 10, 15; 23. 7; 25, 10. Ezek. 47. 15 TJ, J., HEZ'E-KI'AH (strengthened of Jehovah). (1) A noted king of Judah, son and successor of Ahaz, but very unlike him. lie purged the nation of idolatry, restored the true forms of worship, and asserted the independence of his kingdom which had been tributary to Assyria; also called Ezekias. (2) Son of Neariah. (3) Person named in connection with Ater; also called Hizkijah. (4) Ances- tor of the prophet Zephaniah II. K. 16, 20; 18, 14. 15, 22 129,31; 19, 1. 15; 20, 1, 3, 12,13,19,21 21,3. II. Chr. 20, 27; 32,22. Ezra 2,16. Neh. 7, 2L Zeph. 1.X HE'ZI-OX (vision). A king of Aram; prob- I. g. U, 23; ably identical with Rezon 15, 18. HE'ZIR (swine). (1) Priest in the time of David. (2) One who sealed Nehemiah's co- venant I. Chr. 24,15 Neh. 10, 2a HEZ'RA-I (walled in). One of David's guard'll. Sam. 23 of "Thirty;" also called Hezro 35. I.Chr.ll, 37. HEZ'RO. See Hezrai. HEZ'RON (walled). (1) Son of Reuben, and founder of the Hezronites. (2) Ancestor of David. (3) Place ia the southern boundary of Judah HID'DA-I (derivation uncertain). David's heroes; also called Hurai One Gen. 46, 9, 12. Num. 26,6. Josh. 15,3. of II. Sam. 23, . . . 30. I. Chr. 11,32. HID'DE-KEL. One of the rivers of Eden. It iz identified with the Tigris HI'EL (God lives). An Israelite of Bethel who rebuilt Jericho, thus fulfilling the curse pronounced by Joshua Hi'E-RAP'O-LIS (sacred city). City of Phry- gia where there was a Christian church . . . Hl'ER-U-GLl'PH'ICS (to carve). Pictures of objects, as of an animal, tree, bird, etc.. representing a word, syllable, or single sound, and intended to convey a meaning.. HiGH'EST. Title ascribed to Jehovah; in the New Testament, to heaven. It denotes rank Gen. 2, 14. Dan. 10,4. Josh. 6, 26. I. K. 16, 34, Ps. 18, 13; 87,5. N. T. Col. 4, 12, 13. Matt. 21, 9. Mark 5, 7. HIGH PLACE (elevation). Natural or arti- I. Sam. 9, 12 ficial eminence where worship by sacrifice I. K. H. 7. or offering was made. It often denotes a .II.K.23,15. place cf idolatrous worship II. Chr. 1,13. Lev. 21. 10. Num. 35, 25. Josh. 20, 6. EIGH'PRIEST. The head of the Jewish priesthood All the male descendants of Aaron were oy divine appointment conse- _ . crated to the priesthood, the first-born of U.K. 12, 10; the family, in regular succession, occupying '22,4. Il.Chr. the office of high-priest. The dress of the 24, 11. Neh. high-priest was much more costly and 3. L Zech. magnificent than that of the inferior order 3, 1, 8; 6, U. of priests HI'LEN (perhaps, fortress). City of Judah Josh. 15. 51. given to the priests; also called Holon .... i. Chr. 6, S3. Matt. 26. 3. Mark 2, 26. Luke 3, 2. John 11. 49. Acts 4, 6. Heb.2.17; 3, 1; 4, 14; 5, 1, 5, 10; 7, 26; 8. L 52 INDEX. HOD HIL-KI'AH (portion of Jehovah). Several persons of this name occur in the Scrip- ture, of whom the following are chief: (1) Father of Eliakim. (2) High-priest in the reign of Josias. (3) Ancestor of Ethan (4) Merarite Levite, son of Hosah. (5) An assistant of Ezra in instructing the law (6) Father of Jeremiah. (7) Father of Gem ariah HILL COUN'TRY. Mountains of Judah, Ephraim, and Naphtali HIND. See Hart HIN'NOM (perhaps abundant). (1) Unknown person whose name is given to the Valley of Hinnom; also called "the valley of the son" or "children of Hinnom. (2) Valley south of Jerusalem mentioned in connection with the worship of Moloch. Josiah defiled the valley by casting into it the bones of the dead. It was the type of hell, the "Gehenna" of the New Testament HIP AND THIGH, for great slaughter Proverbial expression HI'RAM (high-born). (1) King of Tyre who materially aided David in building his pal- ace. (2) King of Tyre, grandson of David's contemporary, who supplied the timber for Solomon's Temple. (3) Famous artificer sent by Hiram to execute the artistic work in the interior of the Temple. Also called Huram HIRE'LING. A hired servant, as distin- guished from one belonging to his master . . O. T. II. K. 18, 18 26; 22, 4, 8, 10. I. Chr. 6, 45; 26, 11 Neh. 8. 4. Isa. 22, 20; 36, 22. Jer. 1, 1; 29, 3. Josh. 13, 6; 21. 11. Gen. 49, 21. Josh. 15,8: 18, 16. II. K. 23,10. II. Chr. 28, 3; 33,6. Neh. 11,30. Jer. 7 ,31, 32; 19 2, 4, 6; 32,35 Judg. 15, 8. II. Sam. 5,11 I.K. 5,1, 10, II, 12; 7, 13, 40; 9,12,27; 10,11,22. I. Chr. 14, 1. II. Chr. 2, 3, 11; 4, 11, 16. Job 7, 1. Isa. 16, 14. N. T. HISS (to whistle). (1) Term indicative of I. K. 9, 8. wonder and contempt. (2) Also insult and i Job 27, 23, contempt. (3) Used in the sense of "to al- Isa. 5,; lure" HIS'TO-RY. The subject matter contained in Biblical history is of a wide and most extensive nature. In its greatest length and full meaning it comes down from the Creation till almost the close of the first century of the Christian era. The source of Biblical history are the Biblical books themselves; other sources for at least the early Biblical history are comparatively of small value HIT'TITES. Descendants of Heth, the sec- ond son of Canaan, who lived in Southeast- ern Canaan in the hill country of .ludea, which included Hebron and Machpelah . . . HI'VITES. One of the nations of Canaan Gen. 10, 17. occupying the northern and the northeast- e x . 23, 23. ern part of Palestine before it was given to Josh. 3, 10. Gen. 15, 20. Ex. 3. 8. I. K. 11, 1. Ezra 9, 1. the Israelites HIZ-Kl'AH (strengthened of Jan). Ancestor of Zephaniah the prophet HIZ-KI'.TAH (strengthened of Jab). Hezekiah No. 3 See I. Chr. 1,15 Zeph. 1, 1. Neh. 10, 17 HO'BAB (beloved). A kinsman of Moses, Num. 10, 2°-. and priest or prince of Midian , Judg. 4, 11. HO'BAH (hiding place). Place north of Da-|Gen. 14, 15. mascus HOD (majesty). Descendant of Asher II. Chr. 7.37 HOD'A-I'AH (majesty of Jah). Son of Eli-|l. Chr. 3, 24 oenai HOD'A-VI'AH (praise of Jehovah). (1) Chief of the half -tribe of Manasseh. (2) A Ben- jamite. (3) A Levite HO'DESH (a month). One of Shaharaim's wives I. Chr. 5, 24; 9,7. Ezra2,40 I.Chr.8,9. Luke 1,39,65 Matt. 5, 22. Mark 9. 43. Luke 7, 5. John 3, 6. John 10, 12. 13. INDEX. HON HO-DI'AH (splendor of Jehovah). Wife of Ezra; also called Jehudijah HO-DI'JAH (majesty of Jehovah). (1) Two Levites in the time of Ezra and Nehemiah. (2) An Israelite chief HOG. See Swine. HOG'LAH (perhaps, partridge). Third of the four daughters of Zelophehad for whom the law of inheritance was altered HO'HAM (whom Jehovah incites). Hebron , King of HO-LI-NESS. (1) Holiness is an essential at- tribute of God according to which He wills and does only that which is morally good. It is made visible by his works, providence, grace, word, and ordinances. (2) Holiness of man is freedom from sin, or the con- formity of the heart to God. Its seat is in the heart. (3) The Scriptures ascribe holi- ness to places dedicated to holv uses; as, the Temple, "the most holy place therein," altars and other accessories of worship . . HO'LON (sandy). (1) See Hilen. (2) City in the plain of Moab upon which Jeremiah pronounced judgment HO'LY DAY (to dance). (1) Festival cele- brated by sacred dances. (2) A feast HOLY GHOST. The third person in the Trinity; also called "Spirit of God," "the Spirit," "Spirit of the Lord," "Spirit of Promise," "Spirit of Truth," etc. The orthodox doctrine is that as Christ is God by an eternal filiation, so the Spirit is God by procession from the Father to the Son. "As the vital breath of a man has a con- tinual emanation from him, and yet is never separated utterly from his person, so does the Spirit of the Father and the Son pro- ceed from them by a continual divine emanation, still abiding one with them ... HO'LY GHOST, SIN A'GAINST THE. It consisted in finally rejecting the Gospel as preached by the Apostles, who confirmed the truth of the doctrine which they taught "by signs, wonders and divers miracles, and gifts of the Holy Ghost." It was the un- pardonable sin; indicating an impious and unalterable determination to refuse God's offered mercy HO'LY OF HO'LIES. See Tabernacle; Tem- ple HO'LY PLACE. See Tabernacle; Temple HO'LY SPIR'IT. See Holy Ghost HO'MER (a heap). Measure for dry sub- stances and liquids. It contained about ten baths or ephas, about thirty-six pecks, TJ. S. measure I-ION'OR. Respect, esteem, high rank, ex- alted place or position; the privileges of rank or birth HON'ES-TY. That principle which causes a person to prefer his promise or duty to his passion or seeming interest. An honest man is the noblest work of God. Every Egyptian was required by law annually to declare by what means he maintained him- self, and if he omitted to do so or gave no satisfactory account of his way of living, he was punished with death HON'EY. Palestine was anciently "a land flowing with milk and honey," and honey is still very abundant there. It is used figuratively of the word of God, the pray- ers of the saints, Christ's Gospel truths, etc O. T. I.Chr.4.18,19 Neh. 8,7; 9,5 10,10,13,18 Num. 26,33; 27, 1;36, 1L Josh. 17. 3. Josh. 10, 3. Ex. 3. 5; 15, 11; 19,6; 28, 29; 30, 35. Lev. 8, 9. II. K. 4, 9. I. Chr. 16, 29. II. Chr. 8,11. Ps.30,4;46, 4; 47, 8; 89, 35,93,5. Isa, 23,18. Jer. 2, 3. Dan. 4, 8, Josh. 15,51; 21,15. Jer. 48 21. Ex.35,2. Ps. 42, 4. N. T. Mark 6, 20. Luke 1,35,7C 75. Acts 3,12 4,27. Rom.l 4 , 6,19,22. Il.Cor.7,1. Eph. 4, 24. I. Thess. 3 13; 4,7. I. Tim. 2. 15 Tit.2.3. Heb 8,2; 12,10. Col. 2, 16. Matt. 1,18. Mark 12,36 Luke 1,15 ; 2.25. John 7 39. Acts 1,2; 8,15; 10,38; 11,15. Rom. 5 5. I.Cor.2,13 H.Cor.6,6. I. Thess. 1,5. II. Tim. 1.14. Tit.3.S. Heb. 2,4. I.Pet.l, 12. Matt. 12,31, 32. Mark 3, 29. Luke 12 10. Acts 7.51 I.John 5,16. Lev. 27,16. Isa. 5, 10. Ezek. 45, 11 13, 14. Ex. 14,17. Matt.13,57 Num. 22, 17. John 5,41. Mai. 1,6. Rom. 2, 7. Luke 8, IS. Acts 6, 3. Rom. 12,17; 13,13. Il.Cor 8,21; 13,7. Phil.4,8. I.Thess.4,12 I.Tim.2,2. Heb. 13,18. Gen. 43, 11. Lev. 2. 11. Matt. 3,4. Mark 1.6. Ps.19,10; 119 Luke 24, 42. 103. Prov.5, 3; 24,13; 25, 27; 27,7. Rev. 10, 9,1C 53 INDEX. HOR O. T. N. T. INDEX, HOU O. T. N. T. HOOF (to split). The parting of the hoof Lev. 11.3,4,5 was one or the main distinctions between |6,7.Deut.l4,8 clean and unclean animals HOPE. The chiefest of our blessings is hope; it is the parent of all effort and en- deavor; it is necessary in every condition. The miseries of poverty, captivity, and sick- ness would be almost unendurable without this comfort. Hope does not always give what it promises; but its promises are more valuable than the gilts of fortune. It keeps the mind awake, gives serenity and good humor, makes pain easy, and labor pleas ant. No matter how desperate our straits. it enables us to see the light beyond. One of the most helpful things of life is cheer- fulness, the product of hope HOPH'NI (a fighter). One of the sons of Eli who brought down the doom of ruin and disgrace upon the house of Eli HOPH'RA (Pharoah-hophra). King of Egypt in the time of Zedekiah, king of Judah. — HOR, MOUNT (the mountain). (1) Mountain in Arabia Petraea forming part of the mountain of Seir; the place of Aaron's death. (2) Mountain forming part of the northern boundary of the Promised Land. HO'RAM (lofty). King of Gezer. HO'REB (dry desert). A mountain or range often mentioned in the Bible. Some think that it is the name of the whole range of which Sinai is a special peak. Others con sider Sinai as the range and Horeb a sum- mit of it. It is evident, however, that Sinai and Horeb are closely associated HO'REM (devoted). Fortified town of Naph- tali HOR'HA-Glb'GAl) (hole of the cleft). Sta- tion of the Israelites in the wilderness HO'RI (cave dwellers). (1) Son of Lotan, son of Seir. (2) A Simeonite HOTHMS. See Horite Ruth 1.12. Ezra 10,2. Job 4,6; 5, 16; 7,6; 8,13; 11,18,20; 14, 7,19. Ps. 39. 7; 78,7; 146,5 Prov. 10,28; 13,12; 14,32. Eccl. 9,4. Jer. 14,8; 17 7; 31,17. Lam. 3.21. Zech. 9, 12. I. Sam. 1,3 ; 2.34; 4.4,11, 17. Jer. 37,5; 44, 30. Num. 20,22, 23; 21,4; 33, 37, 38, 39,41; 34.7,8. Deut. 32,50. Josh.10,33. Ex.3,l;17.6; 33,6. Deut.l. 6; 4,10; 5,2; 9,8:18,16. I. K. 8.9. Ps. 106. 19. Mai. 4.4. Josh. 19,38. Num.3332. 33. Gen. 36,22. Num. 13,5. Deut. 2. 12. Acts 16.19; 23,6; 24,15; 26,6. Rom. 5 5 ; 8,24; 15,4 13.I.Cor.9, 10; 13,13; 15 19. II.Cor.1, 7. Gal.5,5. Eph. 1,18. Col. 1,5. I.Thess.1.3. II.Thess.2. 16. I.Tlm.1,1 Tit.1.2. HO'RITE (cave dweller). Predecessors of Gen. 14, 6; the Edomites in the country of Seir; some- 36.20,21,30. times called Hori, Horims I Deut. 2, 12. HORTJAH (devoted to destruction). Canaan- itish city southwest of the Dead Sea, al- lotted to Simeon; originally called Zephath HOR'NET. A species of the wasp, employed as an instrument of the divine judgments upon the enemies of Israel HORNS. In the Old Testament horns are Gen. 22, 13 emblems of power, honor, or glory. They Ex. 27, 2 are also symbols of victory, and are often i.Sam.2,1. used in prophetic visions instead of "kings" II. Sam. 22,3 and "kingdoms."' Horns were used to con- i.k.2,28. Jot- tain liquids, notably, oils and perfumes; 16,15. Ps.T and for trumpets. They were not always 4. Lam. 2,3 actual horns, but rather horn-shaped arti- cles Num. 21, 3. Josh. 12, 14; 15,30; 19,4. Judg. 1,17. Ex. 23. 2?. Deut. l,Z r . Jos. 24,12. Luke 1,69. Rev. 5.6; 12, 3:13,1,11; 17.3.7,12. HOR'O-NA'IM (two caverns). A city of Moab HOR'O-NITE. Appellation of Sanballat who opposed Nehemiah's work of restoration. . . HORSE. In the early periods of the world, the laboring beasts were chiefly oxen and asses, while horses were used by kings and warriors, either mounted, or harnessed to chariots. In Solomon's time, however, horses were common among the Jews HORSET.EECH (sucking). A blood-thirsty worm found in the stagnant waters of Pal- estine Jer. 48.3,5. Neh. 2,10,19 13,28. Gen. 47, 17. II.K.S,9;14. 20. Prov.21, 31. Eccl. 10.7 Isa. 2,7. Ezek. 17,15 Prov. 30,15. Jam. 3, 3. Rev. 6,2.4 ; 9,7,17; 14,20: 18,13: 19,11. 14.18,19,21. HO'SAH (hopefuH. (1) Boundary city of Josh. 19.29. Asher. (2) A Levite I.Chr.16,38. HO-SAN'NA (save we beseech). An exclama- tiou used by the multitudes who welcomed Christ's entry into Jerusalem Matt.21.9. Mark 11,9. John 12.13. HO-SE'A (deliverer). One of the twelve, Hos. 1,2. Rom. 9.25. minor prophets, supposed to have been a native of the kingdom of Israel; also called Osee HO-SE'A. The book of Hosea consists of threats and denunciations against the wick- edness of the Israelites mingled with pre- dictions of the final restoration of God's people to goodness and prosperity. Its au- thor is remarkable for intensity of passion both in wrath and in tenderness, and for poetic beauty of imagery and style HOSH'A-I'AH (Jehovah has saved). (1) Lead- er in a celebration for the rebuilt Jerusa- lem wall. (2) Father of Jezaniah or Azariah HOSH'A-MA (whom Jehovah hears). Jeconiah, king of Judah Son of HO-SHE'A (help). (1) Son of Nun; also called Oshea. (2) Son of Elah, and last king of Israel. (3) Ephriamite ruler. (4) A chief who sealed Nehemiah s covenant HOS-PI-TAL'I-TY. Kindness exercised in the entertainment of strangers. Express provision for its exercise was made in the Mosaic law; in the New Testament, also, its observance is enjoined. HOS'TAGE (suretyship). One delivered into the hand of another as security of a pledge HOST OF HEA'VEN (army of the skies). The sun, moon, and the stars, under the figure of an army. They were sometimes worshiped; the practice being carried on on the roofs of houses HO'THAM (signet ring). Grandson of Asher; probably same as I-ielem IIO'THIR (preserver). Son of Heman, in charge of a division of singers HOUGH (to extirpate). An obsolete word meaning "to cut the back sinews," thus disabling animals HOURS. (1) A season of the year. (2) After the Captivity the Jews divided the day, from sunrise to sunset, into twelve hours equal to each other, but unequal with re- spect to the different seasons. The night was divided into watches HOUSE. The Hebrews dwelt in tents, or oc- casionally in caves, until they enterd the Promised Land and occupied the houses left by the Canaanites. Large and costly houses were built in Judea; but the houses of the mass of people were rude and incon- venient. Eastern houses are built around an open court into which the windows open. The roof is usually flat, and was used as a place of repose or worship. The word "house" is applied to a family, to property, to the earthly and spiritual body, to the grave, to the Tabernacle, to the Church and to heaven HOUSE'HOLD. Members of a family living in the same dwelling, including domestics and dependants Neh. 12. 32. Jer. 42, 1; 43,2. I. Chr. 3. 18. Num. 13, 8. Deut. 32, 44. U.K. 15, 30. I. Chr. 27, 20. Neh. 10, 23. Gen. 18, 3. Ex. 2,20. Lev. 19, 33. Deut. 14, 29 Judg. 19, 16 II. K. 14, 14. II. Chr. 25, 24. Deut. 4. 19. 11. K. 21. 5: 23. 5, 11. 12. Jer. 19. 13. Zeph. 1. S. I. Chr. 7, 32 35. I. Chr. 25. 4 28. Josh. 11,6,9. 11. Sam. 8, 4, Dan. 3. 6, 15 4, 19, 33; 5.5. Gen.19,3; 12, 17; 17, 27; 20, 13; 24, 7-31, 14; 38,11; 46, 31. Ex. 8. 3; 12, 3; 19, 3; 20.17. Lev. 10, 6; 14, 36 16, 6; 22. 13 Num. 1,2; 4, 22; 12. 7; 22.18. II. Sam. 1, 12; 2,4; 3,1; 11, 2; 12. 20. Gen. 18, 19. Ex. 1, 1. Num. 18, 31 Rom. 12, 13 I. Tim. 3, 2. Tit. 1, 8. Heb. 13, 2. I. Pet. 4, 9. HOUSE OF GOD. Name applied to Bethel. HOUSE OF ROLLS. Depository of public documents; also called "treasure-house". Judg. 20, 18. Ezra 5. 17. 6, 1. Matt. 9, 22. Mark 13, 11 Luke 10, 21 John H, 9. Acts 2, 15; " 7; 19.34. Matt 7, 25; 12.4. Mark 3,25. Luke 1, 33; 8, 27. 41 10,7. John 2 16; 14, 2. Acts 2. 2. 36 7. 20; 9, 11; 10, 2. Rom 16.5. II. Cor, 5, 1. Col. 4. 13. Heb. 8. 8; 10. 21. Matt. 10. 25. Acts 16, 15. Rom. 16, 10. £4 INDEX. HUZ HUK'KOK (appointed). Boundary mark of Naphtali HU'KOK (appointed). Levitical city of Ash- er; probably the same as Hukkok. Also called Helkath HUL (circle). Second son of Aram, and grandson of Shem HUL'DAH (weasel). Wife of Shallum; a prophetess who declared the destruction of Jerusalem nU-MAN'I-TY OF CHRIST. See Incarnation HU-MIL'I-A'TION OP CHRIST. Expression referring to Christ's earthly life HU-MIL'I-TY. A deep sense of one's own unworthiness in the sight of God, and sub- mission to the Divine will. A perfect ex- ample of it is found in Christ HUM'TAH (fortress). Mountainous city of ■tfudiah t i. u . . . HUN'BREDS. A division of the Israelites. O. T. Josh. 19, 34. Josh. 19, 25, 34; 21, 31. I.Chr.6. 75. Gen. 10. 23. I. Chr. 1. 17. II. K. 22, 14- 20. II. Chr. 24.22-28. N. T. Prov. 15, 33: 18, 12; 22, 4; Josh. 15, 54, Ex. 18, 21. HUNGER. A spiritual desire for Jesus and- 101518 ' 12 - bis righteousness. A man's strength is hunger-bitten when it decays for want of food HUNTING. It was originally a means of °- en - 10,9- support, and afterwards a recreation. It £'• J > £■ '^ was held in high repute, and has always , P,q 4 Q been more or less conected with royalty... iP° ^i 6 i- iProv. 6, 5. HU'PHAM (coast man). A Benjamite, found- Num. 26, 39. er of the Huphamites; also called Huppim ■■ t '" r • '•"- HUP'PAH (covering). Head of the 13th Temple course HUP'PIM. See Hupham. , Chr.24,13. HUR (a prison). (1) Man of Judah for whom Ex.17,10; 24 Moses had an affection. (2) Son of Caleb. 14; 31, 2. (3) Prince of Midian. (4) Father of one of Num. 31, 8 Solomon's officers. (5) Father of Rephaiah I. K. 4, 8. Neh. 3, 9. HU'RAI. See Hiddai. HU'RAM (highborn). (1) Eldest son of Bela. I. Chr. 8.5. (2) See Hiram No. 2. (3) See Hiram No. 3,11. Chr. 2,3 11; 4,11; 8, 2. HU'RI linen worker). Gadite chief. HUS'BAND. The companion of the wife; the master of the house Acts 8, 33. Heb. 12, 2. Acts 20, 19. Col. 2,18,23. I. Pet. 5, S. Mat. 5, 6. Luke 1,53. John 6, 35. I. Chr. 5. 14 Ex. 4, 25. Luke 2, 36. Lev. 19, 20. John 4, 17. HUS'BAND-MAN (land worker). A tiller of Gen. 9,20; the soil. Used figuratively of God, and the 2 °. "; 37, 7. Jewish priests and rulers. , Job 1, 3, HU'SHAI (rapid). An ArcMtc, and a faith- ful friend if David II. Sam. 15, 32. I. Chr. 27, 33, HU'SHAM (hastily). King of Edom, Jobab's p e "- 26 .. &• successor. '■ < ~ nr - *• 4j - HU'SHIM (hasters). (1) Designation of the Ge n.46.23. sons of Dan; also called Shuham. (2) Name . N " m - z £' }~: in the genealogy of Benjamin. (3) Two'-'g"!'-. '■■ u - ; wives of Shaharaim a.a, xx. HUSKS. Fruit of the carob tree, used by the poor, and for cattle and swine HUZ (trees). Son of Nahor and Milcah Gen. 22,2 Num. 6, 4. U.K. 4,42. INDEX. MM Matt. 21, 23. John 15, 1. I. Cor. 3, 9. Luke 13, 16, HUZ'ZAB (to establish). Queen of Nineveh. HY'ME-NAE'US (wedding song). Christian whom Paul denounced. A false HYMNS. These are mentioned in the New Testament with songs and spiritual songs. Christ and his disciples sang a hymn to- gether after the Last Supper HY-POC'RI-SY. A seeming or professing to be what we in truth and reality are not . . . HYS'SOP. A plant used in cermonies of puri- fication. It is mentioned as a small tree that "springeth out of the wall" I I. Where it relates to God, is expressive of His dignity, power, self-existence, and un- changeableness. "I Am," is a title applied to God Tb'HAR (choice). A son of David IB'LE-AM (devouring people). City of Issa- char allotted to Manasseh IB-NE'IAH (built by Jah). Son of Jeroham IB'RI (Hebrew). A Levite in David's time. . IB'ZAN (shining). A Bethlehemite, and judge of Israel ICH'A-BOD (Inglorious). Son of Phinehas, and grandson of Eli I-CO'NI-UM (unknown derivation). Former capital of Lycaonia, visited by Paul ID'BASH (sweet). Descendant of Judah. ID'DO (seasonable). (1) Father of Abinadab. (2) Descendant of Gershom. (3) Son of Zechariah. (4) A prophet. (5) Ancestor of Zechariah. (6) A chief of the Jews estab- lished at Casiphia O. T. Nan. 2. 7. 1-DOL'. In a literal sense an idol is an image consecrated to religious worship. In a fig- urative sense it is anything which with- draws the affections from God Job 8. 13; 27,8; 34.30. Isa. 32, 6. Ex. 12.22. Lev. 14, 4. I. K.4,33. Gen. 17. 1. Ex.3,14; 6, 2. Ps. 81, 10. I.Sam, 5,15 Josh. 17. 11, Judg. 1, 27, I.Chr. 9. 8. l.Chr.24,27. Judg. 12. 8, 10. I. Sam. 4. 21: 14, 3. I. Chr. 4. 3. I. K. 4, 14. I. Chr. 6,21 27,21. IlChr. 9,29. Ezra. 5, 1;8,17. Neh. 12,4. I. K. 15, 13. II.Chr.15.16 Isa. 48, 5. lor. 22, 28. N. T. I.Tim. 1.20. IJ.Tim. 2,17. Mat. 26.30. Mark 14, 26 Eph. 5, 19. Col, 3, 16. Matt. 23. 28, Mark 12. 15, Luke 12,1. John 19,29. Heb. 9, 19. Matt. 3, 11; 16, 13. 1-DOL'A-TRY. It consisted in worshiping as the true God some erected object, or in worshiping the Diety by means of symbolic representations lD-U-ME'A. A mountainous region south of the Dead Sea, inhabited by the Edomites. . 1'GAL (avenger). (1) One of the spies sent to explore Canaan. (2) One of David's guard; also called Joel IG'DA-LI'AH (great is Jehovah). Father o^ liana n I3'I3-/_li (avenger). Descendant cf Zerub- babcl 1 lG'NO-RANCE. The want of knowledge and instruction; illiteracy. In religion there is an invincible ignorance, a wilful ignorance, and a voluntary ignorance. Heathen are "ignorant," destitute of the true knowledge of God 1'IM. Short form of Ije-abarim Num. 33,45 Lev. 18, 21. Deuf 12, 31. I. Sam. 15,23 I. K. 18, 25. sa. 34, 5. Zzek. 35, 13. Num. 13, 7. iI.Sam.23,3C I. Chr.ll.3T Jer. 35.4. I. Chr. 3,22 Lev. 4, 2, 13 5, IS. Num. 15, 24, 25. Ps. 73, 22. Isa. 56. 10. Acts 13, 51. II.Tlm. 3, 11. Acts 7, 41; 15,20. I.Cor 8, 4; 10, 19. I. Thes. 1, 9. Acts 17, 16. I. Cor. 10,14 Gal. 5, 20. ~ol. 3, 5. Mark 3, 8. Acts 3, 17. II. Cor. 2,11, Eph. 4, 18, Heb. 5,2. I. Pet. 1,14 fi5 INDEX. INC I'JB-AB'A.RIM (ruins of Abarim). (1) City in the south of Judah. (2) Forty-seventh station of the Israelites I'JON (ruin). City of Northern Palestine plundered by Ben-hadad and Tiglath-pil- eser * IK'KESH (preverse). Father of Ira the Te- koite, one of David's famous guards _ ■ — ■ II^I/U'MIJNA'TED. Enlightened. IL-LYR'I-CUM. A Roman province on the eastern shore of the Adriatic; also called Dalmatia • IM'AGE. A word generally used to denote an object of idolatrous worship IM'AGE OF GOD (resemblance). (1) Man is the image of God in the spirtual and im- mortal nature of his soul. (2) Christ is the "image of the invisible God.". IM-AGE'RY, CHAM'BERS OF. Refers to the Assyrian and Egyptian custom of paint- ing pictures of gods on their temple walls. . IM'LA (full). Father of Micaiah the prophet; also called Ira la h IM'LAH. See Imla Tm-MAN'U-EL. See Emmanuel IM'MER (talkative). (1) Head of a divison of priests. (2) Name of a returned exile, or a town in Babylon. (3) Father of Zadok. (4) Founder of a family who returned from captivity. (5) Father of Pashur IM-MOR'TAL, IM-MOR-TAL'I-TY. Endowed with a life which will never end; destined to live in all ages of the world. God is im- mortal. Immortality in the Old Testament was taken for granted; it was taught in the New in connection with the resurrec- tion of Christ Lev. 26, 1. II. K. 3,2. Gen. 1, 26. 27: 5,1. Ezek. 8, 12; 23,14. I. K. 22, 8. II. Chr. 18.7 IM-MU'TA-BIL'I-TY. The absence or impos- sibilty of change. Applied to God IM'NA (God doth restrain). Son of Helena. Ym'NAH (God doth restrain). (1) Eldest son of As'her. (2) Father of Kore YM'PO-SI'TION OF HANDS. See Hand Ym'PO-TENT. Without strength either on account of disease or malformation Ym-PU'rY-TY. See Uncleanness Ym'RI (eloquently). (1) Man of Judah. (2) Father or forefather of Zaccur Yn-CAN-TA'TION. See Magic IN-CAR-NA'TION. The union of the second part of the Godhead with manhood in Christ. The Son of God became the son of man through his earthly birth. "He was conceived of the Holy Ghost and born of the Virgin Mary." O. T. Num. 21, 11; 33,44. Josh. 15,29. I. K. 15, 20. II. K. IS, 29. II.Sam.23,26 I. Chr. 11,28. N. T. INDEX. INT I. Chr. 24 .14. Ezra 2, 59; 10,20. Neh. 3, 29; 7, 40, 61; 11. 13. Ps.21,4;22, 26; 23. 6; 49, 15; 102. 24, 25, 26. 27, 28 Prov. 14, 32. Isa. 26, 19, Heb. 10, 32. Rom. 15, 19. II.Tlm. 4, 10 Acts 19, 35.-' Rom. 11, 4.. I. Cor. 15,49. Col. 1.15; 3, 10. Heb. 1,3. Dan. 12, 2, 3. Tim. 1,10. I. Chr. 7, 33 I. Chr. 7. 30. H.Chr.31,14, Heb. 6, 17, 18. John 5, 3. Acts 4. 9, 14. IN'CENSE. This was a mixture of frank- incense and other fragrant articles. Its prepartion for common use was forbidden. The priest burned it morning and evening on the altar of ircense. No other prepar- ation could be rned as incense. It was offered as a symbol of prayer I. Chr. 9. 4. Neh. 3. 2. Ex. 30, 8. Lev. 10, 1. Deut. 33, 10. H.Chr.30,14. Ps. 66. 15; 141, 2. Jer. 6.20. Matt. 10, 28; 19, 16, 17; 25 46. Rom. 2,7 l.Cor.15,53, 54. I.Tim. 1, 17; 6, 16. II. Matt. 1, 21. Luke 2, 7. John 4,34; 5 43; 8, 42. Gal. 4, 4. 5. Heb. 2,16. Luke 1, 10. Rev. 5, 8; 8 3. 4. IN'CEST. Unlawful conjunction of persons related within the degree of kindred pro- hibited by God and the Church Yn-CON'tY-NENT (want of self-control). Given to unchastity and Intemperance Yn-c6r-PO'RE-AL'Y-TY OF GOD. His being without a body IN'DE-PEND'ENCE OF GOD. His exstence in and of himself without depending on any other IN'DI-A. The region around the Indus River, perhaps including Scinde IN'DUS-TRY (habitual employment). Indus- try leads to success in every line of busi- ness. Work is the law of our being; the living principle that carries men and na- tions onward. Labor may be a burden, and a chastisement; but it is also an honor and a glory IN-FIN'I-TY. (1) Pos'tive infinity is a qual- ity being perfect in itself, or capable of re- ceiving no addition. (2) Negative, is the quality of being boundless. God and his attributes are infinite 1N-FIRM'I-TY. (1) Disease of the body. (2) Outward persecutions and temptations. (3) Spiritual weakness O. T. Lev. 18, 6- 18; 20, 11-21 Ezek. 22, 11 Ex. 20, 22. Deut 4, 12, Job 36, 23. Est. 1.1; 8,9. Gen, 2, 15. Ex. 23. 12. K. 11. 28 Prov. 10, 4 12,11,24,27; 27, 23; 31, 27 Eccl. 9, 10. Job 4, 17. 18. Ps. 16, 2; 147, 5. Isa. 6,2,3.Nah. 2,9. Lev. 12. 2. Ps. 77, 10. Prov. 18,14 IN'GATH'ER-ING, FEAST OF. nacles, Feast of See Taber- IN-HER'IT-ANCE. There is no record of wills in the Old Testament; the law of Moses rendered them unnecessary. The sons had priority of rights; the eldest hav- ing a double portion. If there were lio sons, the daughters inherited. Wills were subsequently introduced. Believers have salvation for their inheritance and are "joint-heirs with Christ." IN-IQ'TJI-TY. This word means not only sin, but the punishment of sin, and the expia- tion of it INN. A resting place for the night; an eat- ing room; a guest chamber. See photo- graph, opp. page 719 IN'NO-CENTS, SLATJGH'TER OF THE. The slaying of the young children of Bethlehem, by order of Herod, in hope of killing Jesus. IN-SPI-RA'TION. An extraordinary divine agency upon teachers while gving instruc- tion, whether oral or written, by which they were taught what and how they should write or speak. All Scripture is divinely inspired IN-TEG'RI-TY. Honesty; purity of mind; free from any undue bias or principle. In- tegrity is the foundation of all that is noble, grand, and elevating in the character of man IN-TER-CESS'ION (to come between). Pray- er in behalf of others. Christ made inter- cession with our Heavenly Father for us. The Holy Ghost is also our intercessor IN-TER-MAR'RIAGE. The marriage of worshipers of God with the irreligious. the IN-TER-ME'DI-ATE STATE. A term de- scriptive of the state of the soul between death and the resurrection. From the Scripture speaking of the dead as sleeping in their graves, many have supposed that the soul sleeps till the resurrection. But against this opinion, and thnt the sor.l after death enters immediately into a state of reward or punishment, there are many ref- enccs Ex.20,5; 28. 38; 34.7. I.Sam.3,14. Gen. 42,27; 43.21. Ex.4, 24. Ex.l9,6;25. 21,22. Num U.16,17 18, 23,24,25,26, 27,29. Job 2,3. Ps 7,8; 26,1; 41 12. Prov.ll, 3; 19,1; 20,7 N.T. II. Cor. 7, 5 II.Tlm. 3.3. John 1, 8. I.Tim. 1, 17, Rom. 9, 18. Acts 18, 3; 20, 33, 34. Rom. 12, 11. Eph.4,28. I.Thes. 4,11 II.Thes. 3,8, 10. 1.Tim.5,8 Rom. 1,20; 11, 33. Heb. 11,13. Rom. 15. 1. I.Tim. 5,23 Heb. 5,2. Matt. 21. 38. Mark 12, 7. . Luke 12, 13. Acts 20, 32. Rom. 8, 17. Gal. 3, 18. Col. 1, 12. Heb. 1. 14; 9,17. Matt. 13,41. Acts 1, 18. Rom. 6, 19. Luke 2, 7; 10 34. Matt. 2, 16. Luke 12,11, 12. II.TIm.3 16. II.Pet.1, 21. Rev.l.lC 11. Isa.53,12; 59, Rom.8.26;27 16. Jer. 7,16; 34,1.1.2 ; I 27. 18; 36,25. Gen.24,3. Deut.7,3 Tim.2,1. Heb. 7,25. I.Cor. 7,39. II.Cor.6,14. Matt. 17,3. Luke 16,22, 23. Acts 2,31 I.Cor.15,55. II.Cor.5,6. Phil. 1,21. I. Pet. 3, 19. Rev. 6,9; 20, 14. 56 INDEX. 1SH IN-TBR'PRE-TA'TION. (1) The gift of ex- pounding visions and dreams. (2) A trans- lation from one language into another. (3) Showing the sense or import of anything. . 1N-TEETRBT-EE. One who interprets, ex- plains, or expounds; a translator IPH'E-DE-IAH jamite (Jah will liberate). A Ben- PRA (citizen). (1) A Tekoite, one of David's heroes. (2) A Zairite, David's chaplain; perhaps same as No. 3. (3) An Ithrite, one of David's guard I'RAD (fugitive). Son of Enoch. I'RAM (city-wise). An Edomite leader in Mount Seir O.T. Gen.40,5; 41 11. Judg.7, 15. Prov.1,6. Dan.2,4;4. 24; 5,12. Gen. 40,8; 42 23. I.Chr.8,25. II.Sam.20. 26; 23.26,38. I.Chr.11,28 40. Gen.4.18. Gen.36,43. I.Chr.l,S4. I'RI (citizen). A son of Bela I.Chr.7,7. I-RI'JAH (fearful of Jah). Son of Shelemiah; Jer. 37. 13. who captured the prophet Jeremiah IR-NA'HASH (city of the serpent). City of Judah I'RON. (1) A well known and serviceable metal used for agricultural implements, weapons, tools, chariots, and a variety of other articles. Among its figurative mean- ings it is used to denote hardness, inflexi- bility, strength, and power IR'PE-EL (God will heal), min City of Benja- IR'SHE'MESH (city of the sun). City of Dan; probably the same as Beth-shemesh. . 1'RU (citizen). Son of Caleb, son of Jep- hunneh 1'SAAC (slaughter). The second of the He- brew patriarchs, the son of Abraham and Sarah, born when his parents were very old, in fulfillment of God's promise. The only event of his early life which is record- ed is the trial of his father's faith, when in obedience to God's command he was about to offer Isaac for a burnt-offering. This is considered typical of the subse- quent sacrifice of the only Son of God on Calvary , 1-SA'IAH (Jehovah's salvation). He was the greatest of all the prophets; was a son of Amoz; and began his prophetic ministra- tion, probably in the last year of the reign of tlzziah. We know from him that he was a married man with two sons; that his wife was called a prophetess; that his sons bore prophetic names; and that he lived on intimate terms with Hezekiah, etc. Also called Esaias. I.Chr.4,12. Deut.3,11. Josh. 19,38. I.Sam.17,7. II.Sam.12,31 Ps. 2,9. Isa. 48,4. Dan.2, 33. Jesb. 18,27 Josh.l9,4L I.K.4.9. I.Chr.405. Gen. 17.19; 21,10; 22,2. 24,4; 25,5,9, 11,20.21,26. 28; 26,1,8,12, 19,35; 27.30; 28.1. Ex. 2,24 Josh.24,3. I.Chr. 16,16. Jer. 33,26. Amos 7,9. II.'K.19,I2,S, 6,20; 20, 1,8, 9, 11, 14, 16, 19. II Chr. 26,22; 32, 20. Isa.l.l;2,l; 20,2,3; 3T,2.6,21; 38 21; 39,3,8. I-SA'IAH, BOOK OP. It has been fitly char- acterized as the Gospel of the Old Testa- ment. It consists of two parts. The first contains a number of predictions and nar- ratives referring to various nations. The second refers to the close of the Babylonian captivity, and the glory of the Messianic period IS'CAH (watchful). Daughter of Abram's brother Haran IS-CAR'I-OT. See Judas No. 2....... ISH'BAH (he will praise). Descendant of Judah; perhaps the same as Naham and Ishi ISH'BAK (leaving). Son of Abraham and Keturah; founder of a tribe in Arabia... Gen. 11.29. I. Chr. 4.17, 19, 20. Gen. 25.2. I.Chr.1,32. N.T. John 1.42. Acts 9,36. I.Cor.12,10. Heb.7,2. II.Pet.1,20. Acts 12, 10. I.TIm.4,2. Rev. 2,27; 9, 9; 12,5; 19,15 Matt. 1,2; 8. 11; 22.32. Mark 12.26. Luke 3,34; 13,28; 20,37. Acts 3,13; 7. 8. Rom. 9,7, 10. Gal. 4,23 Heb. 11,9,17, 18.20. Jam. 2,21. Matt.3,3; 4, 14; 8,17; 12, 17; 13,14. Mark 7,6. Luke 3,4; 4, 17. Johnl. 23; 12,38. Acts 8,28; 28 25. Rom. 9, 27; 10,16; 15, 12. M»tt.l0.4. INDEX. iss ISH'BI-BE'NOB (my seat is at Nob). A giant warrior, slain by Abishai ISH'BO-SHETH (bashful). A son of King Saul who succeeded him through the efforts of his uncle, Abner; all Israel except Ju- dah asknowledging him as king. He was killed after a reign of two years; also called Esh-baal I'SHI (Salutary). (1) Son of Appaim. (2) Father of Zoheth and Ben-Zoheth. (3) Forefather of several Simeonites. (4) Manassite chief. (5) A word meaning "husband." I-SHFAH (Jehovah will lend). Son of Iz- rahiah T-SHI'JAH (Jehovah will lend). A son of Harim ISH'MA-EL (God hears). (1) The son of Abraham and Hagar. He and his mother, at Sarah's request, were sent forth into the wilderness of Beer-sheba. He was the ancestor of the Ishmaelites, a wild Bedouin tribe. (2) A prince of the royal line of Judah. (3) A Benjamite. (4) Forefather of Zebadiah. (5) A Judite. (6) Son of Pashur ISH-MA'IAH (Jah will hear). (1) A Gibeon- ite. (2) Son of Obadiah ISH'ME-RAI (preservative). Benjamite chief, chief : I'SHOD (man of renown), keth O.T. ll.Sam. 2146 17. II.Sam.2,8, 10.12,15; 3,7 8.14,15; 4,5. 842. I. Chr. 2,31; 4, 20, 42; 5. 24. Hos. 2. 16. I. Chr. 7. 3. Ezra 10, 31. Gen. 16, 11; 17,18,20,25 25,9;28,9. U.K. 25.23, 25. I.Chr. 8,38. II. Chr. 19. 11; 23. 1. Ezra 10,22. I. Chr. 12. 4: 27. 19. I. Chr. 8. 18, Son of Hammole- I. Chr. 7. 18, ISH'PAN (he will hide). A chief Benjamite.. ISH'TOB (man of Tob). Petty kingdom in the country of Aram ISH'U-AI (level). Third son of Asher, and founder of a family bearing his name; also called Isui and Jesui I. Chr. 8. 22, II. Sam. 10, 6.8. Gen. 46, 17. Num. 26, 44. I.Chr. 7.30. ISH'U-I (level). Son of Saul and Ahinoam; I. Sam. 14. probably identical with Ablnadab 49; 31, 2. TS'MA-T'AH (Jehovah hears). Warrior of I. Chr. 12. 4, David IS'PAH (he will scratch). A chief Benjamite. IS'RA-EL. (1) A name given to Jacob at the time he wrestled with the angel at Peniel. (2) It was also used as a name of the Hebrew nation. (3) The North King- dom not including Judah. Kingdom of Israel is a name often applied to the united kingdom before the revolt of the ten tribes. It was also used to designate the territory of the ten tribes. After the death of Solomon it was usually applied to the independent kingdom of the ten tribes, so that the kings of the ten tribes were called "kings of Israel;" and David's de- scendants who ruled judah were called "kings of Judah.". I. Chr. 8. IS. Gen. 32, 23; 35, 10. Ex. 3, 16; 24, 4; 34,27. Deut 25, 6. Josh. 7,8. Judg. 1,28. I.Sam. 11,8. II. Sam. 20,1. I. K. 12, 16; 22,17. I. Chr. 11, 3; 12,40. Isa. 1,3. Jer. 2, 3. Dan. 9, 7. Hos. 14,1. IS'RA-EL-ITE (God'a fighter). Name ap- Ex. 9, 7. plied to the twelve tribes descended from Lev. 23. 42 the sons of Jacob while still in Egypt; to Judg. 20, 21. the ten northern tribes after the time of I. Sam. 2,14. Saul; to the tribes with the exception of II. Sam. 4,1. J I'M.;! U . •■■••••*•••• •■••••••••••••••••••■■■■ 11. tV. Ji, <—-\, IS'SA-CHAR (he will bring reward). (1) The Gen. 30, 18; fifth son of Jacob and Leah. The prophet- 35, 23; 49, 14 ic description of him was fulfilled, as his e x '. x*3. ' descendants were laborious and subject to Num.'l.8;2, tributes from roving tribes. (2) A porter 5; 10, 15; 13, for the Tabernacle In the time of David. 7; 34,26. Matt. 2, 20; 8, 10; 9, 33. 19, 28. Luke 1, 54; 2, 32, 34; 7, 9. John 1,31; 3, 10. Acts 1, 6; 2, 22; 3, 12; 4, 27; 5, (31, 35; 13, 23, 24. Rom. 9, 6; 10, 1; 11, 2, 25, 26. I. Cor. 10, 18. Gal. 6, 16. Phil. 3, 5. Rev. 21, 12. 57 i7 INDEX. IZR O. T. N.T. INDEX JAC (3) The territory of Issachar comprised the Deut. 27, 12. great plain called Esdraelon or Jezreel, and extended from Mount Carmel to the Jordan, and from En-gannim to Mount Ta- bor. It was one of the most fertile dis- tricts in Palestine, and contained sixteen famous cities IS-SHI'AH (Jehovah will lend). (1) Son of Rehabiah; also called Jeshaiah. (2) A Ko- hathite Levite ISTJ-AH (he will level). Son of Asher; also called Ishuah IS'U-L See Ishual I-TALaAN BAND OR CO'HORT. Probably a Roman cohort from Italy stationed at Caesarea IT'A-LY. A well known country of Southern Europe, on the Mediterranean, from which Aquila and Priscilla were expelled I'THAI. See Ittai. ITH'A-MAR (land of palms). A son of Aaron who was consecrated to the priesthood with his brothers TtH'I-EL (God is with me). (1) A Benja- mite. (2) One of Agnr's friends ITH'NAN (extensive). Town In the south of Judah ITH'RA (excellence). An Ishmaelite, father of Amasa ; also called Jether ITH'RAN (excellent). (1) A Horite, son of Dishon. (2) Descendant of Asher; prob- ably the same as Jether ITH'RE-AM (residue of the people). Sixth son of David ITTA'I (timely). (1) also called Ithal. (2) in David's army •A Benjamite hero; A Philistine of Gath ITTJ-RAE'A. District in the northeast of Palestine, forming the tetrarchy of Philip.. I VAH. A city belonging to Assyria, whence colonists were deported to Samaria; also called Ava 1'VO-RY (tooth). It has generally been de fined as the tooth of the elephant, but Is a substance between bone and horn from the tusks of many animals. Solomon's throne was built of ivory, and it was used lavishly in ancient times. "Ivory palaces" were probably boxes richly wrought or in- laid with ivory and used for keeping per- fumes I'YAR. Late name of the second month of the sacred year of the Jews, and the sev enth of their civil year , IZ'E-HAR. See Izhar. IZ'HAR (anointing). Grandson of Levi, and second son of Kfohath IZ'RA-HI'AH (Jah will bring forth). (1) De- 1, Chr. 7, 3. scendant of Issachar through Tola Josh. 17, 10. Judg. 5, 15. I. K. 4, 17. I.Chr. 12,40: 26, S; 27, 18. U.Chr.30,18. I.Chr. 24,21 25; 26, 25. Gen. 46. 17. I.Chr. 7, 30. Gen. 46,17. Acts 10. 1. Acts 18, 2 ; 27, 1. Heb. 13.24. I. Chr. 11.31 Ex. 6, 23. Num. 4, 28. Ezr. 8, 2. Neh. 11, 7. Prov. 30, ]_ Josh. 15. 23. II. Sam. 17, 25. I. Chr. 2,17. Gen. 36,26. I. Chr.7,37. 38. II. Sam. 3, 5. 1. Chr. 3. 3. II. Sam. 18,: 23.29. I. Chr. 11, 31. il. K. 17, 24 18. 34. Isa. 37, 13. I. K. 10,18 22; 22. 39. II.Chr.9.1' 21. Ps.45,8 Cant. 5, 14; 7.4. Ezek. 27. 6, IS. Amos 3, 15; 6.4. Num. 3. 19. Ex. 6, 18, 21. Num. 3, 19. IZ'RI (the Jezerite). Leader of a division of Levitical singers; probably same as Zeri.. I. Chr. 25.3 11. Luke 3. 1. Rev. IS. 12. JA'A-KAN (wrestler). Father of Bene-jaa- kan, and son of Ezer; also called Akan and Jakan JA-A-KO'BAH. Descendant of Simeon.. JA-A'LAM (whom God hides). Son of Esau and Aholibamah JA'A-RE-OR'E-GIM (woods of weavers). Father of Elhanan. See Jair No. 4 JA-A'SI-EL (whom God created). Son of Abner; also called J^oiel JA-AZ'A-Ni'AH (Jehovah hears). (1) Son of a Maachathite. (2) A Rechabite. (3) An idolatrous zealot. (4) A wicked prince of Judah JA-A'ZER. See Jazer. JA-A'ZI-EL (comforted by God). A Levite.. JATJAL (a stream). A son of Lamech. JAB'BOK (emptying). A stream east of the Jordan, rising in the Hauran Mountains and emptying into the Jordan. Its course is about sixty-five miles JA'BESH (dry), king of Israel, gilead (1) (2) The father of Shallum, A short form of Jabesh- JA'BESH-GIL'E-AD (Jabesh of Gilead). Town east of the Jordan belonging to the half-tribe of Manasseh. It was sacked by the Israelites, and delivered by Saul from Nahash JAT3EZ (who causes sorrow). (1) Town of Judah. (2) Head of a family of Judah JA'BIN (whom God observes). (1) A king of Hazor who was defeated by Joshua near Lake Merom. (2) A king of Hazor who oppressed the Israelites twenty years JAB'NE-EL (built of God). (1) Town of Ju- dah. (2) Border town of Naphtali JAB'NEH (a building). A Philistine city JA'CHIN (he shall establish). (1) Son of Simeon. (2) Name of a brazen pillar in Solomon's Temple. (3) A priest after the Captivity. (4) A priest, head of one of the courses JA'CINTH (hyacinth). A precious stone; but properly a flower of a deep purple color... JA'COB (the supplanter). The third of the Jewish patriarchs, son of Isaac and Re- bekah, and the younger twin brother of Esau. The relation between the two broth- ers was not good, the fault being Jacob's. He bought the birthright of his brother Esau, and received the patriarchal blessing from his father by a stratagem in which he was aided by his mother. This blessing was material only, and did not include the spiritual piomiscs. On the way to Padan- aram to find a wife among his mother's peo- ple, he had the dream of the ladder "reach- ing from earth to heaven," at Bethel. Jacob married Leah and Rachel, Laban's daugh- ters, having served fourteen years for Rachel. On account of trouble with Laban he left with his family for Canaan, and on the way met Esau who proved friendly. He settled near Shechem where he bought land and dug a well; but troubles overtook him and he moved to Hebron. On his way O. T. Gen. 36. 27. Num. 33. 31. I. Chr. 1.42. I. Chr. 4. 36, Gen. 36, 5. I. Chr. 1.35. II. Sam. 21, 19. I. Chr. 11. 47; 27. 2L II. K. 25,23. Jer. 35, 3. Ezek. 8. 11; 11,1. Num. 21. 32. I. Chr. 15.13. Gen. 4, 20. Gen. 32,22. Deut. 2, 37; 3. 16. Josh. 12,2. I. Sam. 11,5 II. K. 15, 10. I. Chr. 10,12 Judg. 21, 8. I.Sam. 11,1; 31,11. II. Sam. 2,4; 21, 12. I.Chr. 10.12. I. Chr. 2. 55; 4, 9, 10. Josh. 11. 1. Judc.4.2, '. 17,23,24. Ps. 83, 9. Josh. 15, 11 19,33. II.Chr.26.6 Gen. 46. 10. Num. 26, 12. I. K. 7, 21. I. Chr. 9. 10; 24. 17. Gen. 25.26; 27.22; 28.5; 29,10,20,28; 30,16.37.42; 31,1,20,53:32 3,4,18; 33.1. 17; 34,5,7; 35 6; 37,2,34; 45 26; 46,6,26; 47,10; 49,24. Ex. 2,24. Lev. 26,42. Num.23.7;24 17. Deut.32.9 I.Chr. 16.13 Ps.14,7; 22. 23; 44,4; 46, 7; 47,4; 53,6; 78,21; 79,7; 85.1; 872; 10523. Isa.: 3. Jer.10.16; N.T. Rev. 9, 17 21,20. Matt.12.15; 8,11 Luke 13 28. John 4,6, Acts 7,14. Rom.9,13; 11' 26. Heb.ll,9j 20,21. 58 INDEX. JAM thither Benjamin was born and Rachel died; after staying some time in Hebron, where he and Esau buried their father Isaac in the cave of Machpelah, he jour- neyed to Egypt. There he found Joseph and died rich and honored. He was buried In the cave of Machpelah with his ances- tors JA'COB'S WELL. It is the place where Jesus talked with the Samaritan woman, and Is one and a half miles southeast of Shechem, at the eastern base of Mount Gerizim. See photograph, opp. page 738 JAD-DU'A (knowing). (1) A Levite. of Jonathan the high-priest (2) Son JA'EL (mountain goat). The wife of Heber the Kenite; who killed Sisera, the Canaanit- ish leader, when he fled from the Israelites. JA'GTJR (lodging place). Town of Judah . . JAH (Lord). A contraction of Jehovah JA'HATH (union). (1) Grandson of Gershom. (2) Son of Levi. (3) Son of Shelomoth. (4) Son of Shlmei; possibly same as No. 2. . . . JA'HAZ (place trodden down). A Moabltlsh city, afterwards a Levitical city of Reuben. JA'HA-ZI'AH (whom Jehovah beholds). Son of Tikvah 22 JA-HA'ZI-EL (beheld by God). (1) Israelite who joined David at Ziklag. (2) A priest. (3) A Kohathite Levite. (4) Son of Zecha- riah. (5) A son of Jahaziel. JAH'DA-I (Judalstic). Descendant of Caleb. JAH'DI-EL chief O. T. 30,7; 31,7; 32 26; 46,27. Lam.1,17. Hos.10,11. Amos 6,8. Mic.LS.Mal, 1,2; 3.6. N. T. Neh.l0,21;12 11,22. id>.4 ; 3,6, 24. Josh. 15,21. Ps. 68,4. I. Chr.4,2; 6, 20; 23,10,11; 24,22.11. Chr. 34,12. Num. 21,23. Isa.15,4. Ezra 10;15. I.Chr.12,4; 16,6; 23,19. n.Chr.20,14 17. Ezra 8,5. I.Chr.2,47. (unity of God). A Manasslte I.Chr.5.24. JAH'LE-EL (hoping in God). One of the three sons of Zebulun, and founder of the Jahleel- ites ; also called Jahziel JA'IR (enlightener). (1) Descendant of the tribe of Judah by his father, and of Manas- sen by his mother. (2) Eighth judge of Is- rael; probably descended from the preced- ing. (3) Father of Elhanan. (4) Father of Mordecal JAIR'ITE. David . , Appelation of Ira, chief priest of JA'I-RUS. A ruler of the synagogue at Ca- pernaum whose daughter Jesus restored to life JA'KAN. See Jaakan , JA'KEH (obedient). Father of Agur JA'KIM (whom God lifts). (1) Head of a priestly course. (2) A Benjamlte Ja'LON (abiding). Son of Ezra JAJVCBRES and JAN'NES. Two Egyptian magicians who withstood Moses JAMES. Is the name of two or probably three persons in the New Testament. (1) James the Elder was a son of Zebedee and Salome, a brother of John, the Evangelist, probably a cousin of Jesus, and one of the three favorite Apostles. He was beheaded by order of King Herod Agrippa, thus be- coming the first martyr among the Apos- tles. (2) James the Less was the son of Gen.46,14. Num.26,26. I.Chr.7,13. Num.32,41. Deut.3,14. Josh. 13,30. Judg.10,3. I.Chr.20,5. Esth. 2,5. Il.Sam. 20.26 I.Chr.1.42. Prov. 30,1. I.Chr.8.19; 24,12. I.Chr.4.17. John 4. 5-30. Mark 5,22-43 Luke 8,41-56 II.Tim.3,8. Matt.4,21; 10 2; 13,55; 17,1; 27,56. Mark 10,41; 13,3; 14,33; 15,40; 16,1. Luke 5, 10; 8,51; 24, 10. Acts 1,13; 12,2,17; 15, INDEX. JAS O.T. Alphaeus and Mary, and was also one of the twelve Apostles. (3) James the brother of the Lord is by some identified with James the Less , , JAMES, E-PIS'TLE OF. This epistle is at- tributed by some to James, the brother of our Lord, and was addressed to all Jewish converts to Christianity. It is moral rather than doctrinal JA'MIN (right side). (1) Son of Simeon. (2) Son of Ram. (3) Priest who helped expound the law to the returned exiles JAM'LECH (God makes king). Simeonite chieftain '. JAN'GLING. Babbling, vain talking JAN'NA (whom Jah bestows). Son of Joseph. JAN'NES. See Jambres JA-NO'AH (quiet). (1) A city on the border of Ephraim; also called Janohah. (2) A city of Naphtali JA-NO'HAH. See Janoah, No. 2 JA'NUM (asleep). A town of Judah JA'PHETH (wide-spread). One of the three sons of Noah. The prophetic blessing given him by his father was fully accomplished. . JA-PHI'A (bright). (1) King of Lachish when the Israelites conquered Canaan. (2) Boundary town of Zebulun. (3) Son born to David in Jerusalem JA'PHA (beauty). City of Dan; also called Joppa JVRAH. Short form of Jehoadah JA'RED (descent). (1) An antediluvian patri- arch. (2) A man of Judah, founder of Ge- dor. Also called Jered JAR'HA. An Egyptian slave who married his master's daughter JA'RIB (adversary). (1) Son of Simeon; also called Jachin. (2) A chief among the ex- iles. (3) Priest who took a foreign wife .. JAR'MUTH (hill). (1) Town In the low coun- try of Judah, whose king was put to death at Makedah. (2) Levitical city of Issachar; also called Remeth and Ramoth N. T. 13; 21,18. I.Cor.15,7. Gal.1,19; 2,9 12. Gen. 46,10. Ex.6,15. l.Chr.2,27. Neh.8,7. I.Chr.4,34. I.Tim.1,6. Luke 3,24. JA'SHEN (sleeping). Father of several of David's bodyguard; also called Hashem.... JA-SHO'BE-AM (returning people). (1) Chief of David's captains; the same as Adino the Ezrite. (2) A Sorbite. (3) Son of Zabdiel; possibly same as No. 1 JASH'TJ-BLLF/HEM (returner of bread). A place, or a descendant of Judah J~-SI-EL. See Jaasiel JA'SON (one who will heal). A kinsman of Paul whom the Jews assaulted for harbor- ing Paul and Silas JAS'PER. The last precious stone in the high-priests' breast-plate, and the first in the foundation of the New Jerusalem Josh. 16 6.7 II.K.15,29. Josh. 15,53. Gen. 5,32;9 27; 10,21. I.Chr.1,5. Josh. 10.3; 19,12. II. Sam. 5, 15. I Chr.3,7; 14,6 Josh. 19,46. II.Chr.2,16. I.Chr.9,42. Gen.5,15-20. I.Chr.l,2;4, 18. II.Chr.2,34- 41. Gen.46,10. I.Chr.4,24. Ezra 8, 16; 10,18. Josh.10,3; 12,11; 15.35; 19,21; 21,29. I. Chr. 6,73. II.Sam.23,32 I. Chr. 11,34. Gen.46.13. Num.26,23. I.Chr.7,1. Ezra 10.29. I.Chr.4.22. I. Chr. 11,47. Ex, 28, 20; 39, 13. Ezek. 28, 13, Luke 3,37 Acts 17,5.6.7 9. Rom.16,21 Rev. 4,3; 21, 11, 18,19. 59 JATTIR (redundant). One of the nine cities given out of Judah to the Kohathite Levites JA'VAN (effervescing). (1) Fourth son of Japheth; ancestor of the Greeks and Iom- ans. (2) A country or city of Arabia Felix from which the Syrians imported stores of iron, cassia and calamus. Javan was the name given to Greece by the Hebrews . . . JAVE'LIN. hand A light spear thrown from the JA'ZER. (1) City of Gllead east of the Jor- dan, taken from the Amorites and after- wards given to the Levites. (2) The "Sea of Jazer" was probably a lake near Jazer... JA'ZIZ (prominent) Shepherd of David's flocks JEAL'OUS'Y. Properly, suspicion of a wife's fidelity. In general it is an uneasiness which comes from the fear that some rival may rob us of the affection of one we love; or suspicion that he has done it. Used of Jehovah's sensitive regard for the true faith of his people; for anger, or interest in the welfare of another; and for the vin- dictive acts of dishonored love JEAI/OUS-Y OF'FER-ING. Meat offering brought to the priests by a jealous husband. JE'A-RIM (forests). A mountain; the north- ern boundary of Judah JE-BER-E-CHI'AH (whom Jehovah blesses). Father of a witness of Isaiah's marriage . . JE'BUS (trodden). A also called Jebusi . , name of Jerusalem; JEBTJ-SITES. A tribe that lived in that part of Canaan about Jebus; the Israelites were commanded to destroy them. David conquered their stronghold JECH-O-LI'AH (able through Jehovah). Wife of King Amaziah of Judah: also called Jeco- liah JEC'O-LI-AH. See Jeeholiah. JE-DA'IAH (praised of Jah). (1) Father of Shlmel. (2) Chief of a priestly course. (3) A priest when Jeshua was high-priest. (4) A returned exile Josh. 15, 48. I.Sam.30,27. 1. Chr. 6, 57. Gen. 10,2.4. I.Chr. 1,5,7. Ezek. 27, 13, 19. Dan, 8, 21; 10.20; 11. 2, Zech.9,13. Num. 25, 7. Num. 21, 32. Josh. 13, 25; 21.39. I. Chr. 6, 81; 26, 31. Jer,48,32. I. Chron. 27, 31. Num. 5,14; 25, 11. Deut. 29, 20; 32, 16. Ps. 78, 58. Prov. 6.34, Cant. 8,6. Isa. 42, 13. Zeph. 1. 18. Zech. 1.14. Num. 5, 11- 31. Josh. 15. 10. Isa. 8. 2. Josh. 15, 8. Judg. 19, 10. Num. 13, 29 Jos. IS, 63. Judg. 1, 21. 11. Sam. 5, 8, II. K. IS, 2. Il.Chr. 26, 3 Il.Chr. 26, 3. I. Chr. 4, 37; 24,7. Ezra 2. 36. Neh. 3,10; 11, 10. Rom. 10. 19; 11,11. I.Cor. 10, 22. Il.Cor. 11,2. JE-DI'A-EL (known of God). (1) A patriarch of Benjamin; perhaps the same as Ashbel. (2) Manassite chief. (3) A Korhite Levite. . JED1-DAH (darling), ah Mother of King Josl- JEDI-DrAH (darling of Jehovah). Name given to Solomon by the Lord's command. . JED'U-THLN (praising). A Levite; a chief singer in the time of David, whose descend- ants dwelt in Jerusalem after the Captivity. JE'GAR-SA-HA-DU'THA. Armenian name of Galeed JE-HAL'E-LEL (praiser of God). A Merarite Levite JEH-DE'IAH (unity of Jah). (1) Son of Shu bael. (2) A Meronothite JE-HEZ'E-KEL (God will strengthen). A priest In David's time I.Chr.7,6,11; 8. 1; 11, 45; 12,20; 26,1,2 II. K. 22. 1. II.Sam.12.25 I.Chr. 16, 41, 42; 25, 6. II. Chr. 29, 14. Gen. 31. 47. II.Chr.29,12. I.Chr. 24, 20; 27,30. I.Chr. 24, 16. JE-HI'EL (God lives). (1) Forefather of I. Chr. 9, 35; Saul. (2) Son of Hotham. (3) A Levite "of " the second degree;" also called Jehiah. (4) Companion of David's sons. (5) Son of Je- hoshaphat. (6) Sou of Heman. (7) A ruler of the house of God. (8) Father of Obadiah. (9) Name of two priests with foreign wives. JE'HIZ-KI'AH (whom Jehovah strengthens). Son of Shallum JE-HO'A-DAH (whom Jehovah adornes). of Ahaz; also called Jarah Son 11.44; 15,18, 16,5; 27,32. II. Chr. 21, 2; 29,14; 31,13; 35,8. Ezra 8, 9; 10,2, 21. II. Chr. 28, 12. I. Chr. 8, 36; " 42. JE-HO'A-HAZ (Jehovah sees). (1) Son and successor of Jehu, king of Israel. (2) Sev- enteenth king of Judah who reigned three months; son and successor of Josiah. Dur- ing hs reign idolatry reappeared In the land. (3) Youngest son of Jehoram; also called Ahaziah JE-HO'ASH. See Joash. JE-HO-HA'NAN (Jehovah favored). (1) A porter of the Tabernacle. (2) Military chief under Jehoshaphat. (3) Son of Bebai. (4) A priest; a returned exile. (5) A choirister In the Temple JE-HOI'A-CHIN (Jehovah will establish). The son and successor of Jehoiakim, and king of Judah. After a reign of three years and ten days he was carried to Babylon by Ne> buchadnezzar; also called Jeconiah and Co- niah JE-HOI'A-DA (God-known). (1) Father of David's warrior Benaiah. (2) Son of Benai- ah; chief adviser of David. (3) The high priest who made Joash king after Athaliah had usurped the kingdom seven years. (4) See Joiada. (5) Second priest under Seralah JE-HOI'A-KIM (Jehovah established). Name given to Eliakim, son of Joshua king of Ju dah, whom Pharaoh-necho placed upon the throne in place of Jehoahaz who was chosen by the people. He was vicious and irre ligious JE-HOI'A-RIB (Jehovah impels). Head of the first twenty-four courses of priests; also called Joiarib JE-HON'A-DAB. See Jonadab JE-HON'A-THAN (Jehovah-given). (1) Son of Uzziah. (2) Levite sent to instruct the people in the law. (3) An obscure priest JE-HO'RAM (exalted by Jehovah). (1) The eldest son of Jehoshaphat, and hia successor as king of Judah. (2) A son of Ahab, king of Israel, who succeeded to the throne on the death of Ahaziah, who had no son. He was slain by Jehu. (3) A priest employed by Jehoshaphat to instruct the people. Also called joram II. K. 10, 35 13,1-9; 23, 30, 31, 32. Chr. 3,15. II.Chr.21,17 36.1. Jer. 22, 11. I. Chr, 26, 3 II.Chr.17,15; 23, 1. Ezra 10,28. Neh. 12, 13. 42. II.K.24,6-15 25, 27-30. I.Chr. 3,16 II. Chr. 36,9 Jer. 37, 1; 52.31. JE'HO-SHAB'E-ATH. hosheba Another form of Je- JE-HOSH'A-PHAT (Jehovah judged). (1) The royal recorder under David and Solo- mon. (2) One of Solomon's purveyors. (3) The son of Asa, who succeeded his father as king of Judah. He was pious and pros- perous. (4) The father of King Jehu. (5) A priest in the time of David. (6) The val- ley of Jehoshaphat is usually identified with the vallev of the brook of Kidron, between Jerusalem and Mount Olivet; but it is prob- ably an ideal place in the prophet's vision of the judgment JE-HOSH'E-BA (Jehovah her oath). Daugh- ter of Jehoram, sister of Ahaziah, and aunt of Joash, kings of Judah Il.Sam. 8,18. I. K. 1,8. I, Chr. 11,22 27, 34. II. Chr. 23,1 ;24 15. Neh. 3.6. Jer. 29, 26. II. K.23,36; 24, 1. I.Chr. 3,15. II. Chr 36, 5. Jer.22 11; 36, 29,30. I. Chr. 9. 10; 24,7. II. K. 10. 15 I.Chr. 27, 25 Il.Chr. 17, 8. Neh. 12, 18. I. K. 22. 50. II. K. 1, 17; 8, 16. 18, 19; 9, 14, 15. 16, 23,24. I. Chr. 3. 11. ILChr. 17, 8; 21,1,3,4,5,9, 16; 22,5,7. II. Chron. 22,11. Il.Sam. 8,16 20, 24. I. K 4, 17; 15, 24; 22, 2, 10, 41 II, K. 3,14; 9, 2; 12, IS. 1. Chr. 3, 10 15,24; 18, 15. Il.Chr, 17,1 2, 7-9. Joel 3, 2. II. K. 11,2, II.Chr.22.11 Matt. 1. 11. Matt. 1. 8, 60 INDEX. JER JE-HO'VAH (he will be). A title of the Su- preme Being. Its meaning is similar to the title "I am" and "Lord." See God JE-HO'VAH-JI'REH (Tehovah will see). Al- tar where Abraham prepared to offer Isaac. JE-HO'VAH-NIS'SI (Jehovah my banner). An altar JE-HO'VAH-SHA'LOM (the Lord send peace). Altar erected by Gideon JE-HOZ'A-BAD (Jehovah endowed). (1) Son of Obed-edom. (2) Benjamite captain. (3) Son of Shomer, the Moabitish .woman JE-HOZ'A-DAK (Jehovah makes just). Son of the high-priest Seraiah; also called Joza- dak JE'HU (God is). (1) Son of Hanani a prophet. (2) Son of Jehoshaphat, whom Elisha was commanded to anoint king of Israel. He was tyrannical and idolatrous. (3) Son of Obed. (4) A Simeonite. (5) Benjamite with David at Ziklag JE'HU-CAL. A "prince" of Zedekiah sent to Jeremiah for advice; also called Jucal .... JE'HUD (Judah). City of Dan JE'HUSH (collecting). Descendant of Saul. JE-I'EL (treasure of God). (1) A Reubenite. (2) A Benjamite. (3) One of David's he- roes. (4) A choirister in the Tabernacle. (5) Ancestor of Jehaziel. (6) A scribe in Uzziah's time. (7) A Levite who cleansed the Temple. (8) A chief Levite. (9) Son of Adonikam. (10) Priest with a foreign wife JE-KAB'ZE-EL (God will gather). City in Southern Judah; also called Kabzeel JEK'A-MI'AH (Jehovah will rise). (1) Son of Shallum. (2) Son of King Jeconiah JE-MI'MA (dove), perity Daughter of Job's pros- JE-MU'EL (day of God). Son of Simeon; also called Nemuel, apparently by error . . JEPH'THAH (opener). A judge of Israel who led the Israelites to victory over the Ammonites. He had vowed to offer to God as a burnt-offering whatever first met him on his return. It proved to be his only daughter JE-PHUN'NEII (nimble). (1) Companion of Joshua in exploring Canaan; father of Caleb the spy. (2) Descendant of Asher JE-RAH'ME-EL (God will compassionate). (1) Grandson of Pharez; founder of the Jerahmeelites. (2) A Merarite Levite. (3) Son of Hammelech JER'E-MAI (dweller on heights). Son of Hashum JER-E-MI'AH (Jah will rise). (1) Grandfather of Jehoahaz. (2) Manassite chief. (3) Israelite with David at Ziklag. (4) Two Gadites who joined David at Ziklag. (5) The prophet Jeremiah was one of the four great prophets, and was the son of Hilkiah. He began his prophetic ministrations in the thirteenth year of Josiah's reign, continu- ing until after the destruction of Jerusalem. After the murder of Gedaliah, Jeremiah was carried to Egypt and probably died there. O. T. Ex. 6, 3. Ps. 83, 18. Isa.l2.2;26.4 Gen. 22, 14. Ex. 17. IS Judg. 6,24. l.Chr.26,4 IS. II.Chr.17 18; 24,26. I.Chr.6,14, IS. Ezra 3.2 I.K.16,1-7. II. K. 8,28; 9,1-13. I. Chr. 2 .38; 4 35; 12,3. II.Chr.19,2. Jer. 37,3; 38 1,4. Josh. 19,45 I.Chr.8,39 I.Chr.5.7; 9 35; 11,44; 15 18,21; 16,5 II.Chr.20,14 26.11; 29,13; 35,9. Ezra 8 13; 10,43. Josh. IS, 21. Neh. 11, 25. I.Chr.2,41; 3,18. Job 42, 14. Gen. 46,10. Num.26,12. Judg.11,1,2 3,6.7,8,9,10, 11,12,13,14, 15,28,29,30, 32,34,40; 12. 7. Num. 13,6. Deut.1,36. I.Chr.7,38. I.Chr.2,9 26, 27,33,42; 24, 29. Jer.36,26 Ezra 10,33. II.K.23,31; 24,18. I.Chr. 5,24; 12,10, 13. II.Chr.35 25; 36,12. Ezra 1,1; Neh. 10.2. Jer. 1,1; 7,1: 20,2; 26.9; 29 27; 34,6;37,4; 40,6; 51,60. N,T. INDEX. JER O. T. N. T. Heb.11,32, JER'E-MI'AH, BOOK OF. It was written by the prophet Jeremiah, and contains the prophecies uttered under Josiah, Jehoiakim, Zedekiah, and Gedaliah. It is full of the spirit of devotion to Jehovah, and his coun- try JER'E-MI'AH, LAM-EN-TA-TIONS OF. This book follows directly the Book of Jeremiah, and contains a series of poems artistically composed, in which the fate of Jeremiah is artistically described JER'E-MOTH (heights). (1) A Benjamite; (2) Son of Mushi; see Jerimoth, No. 4. (3) A Levite; probably same as Jerimoth, No. 5. (4) Son of Elam. (5) Son of Zattu JE-RI'AH (Jah will throw), vite; elsewhere Jerijah .. A Kohathite Le- JER'I-CHO (fragrant). A celebrated and strongly fortified town in a plain of the same name, not far from the Jordan where it enters the Dead Sea. It was utterly de- stroyed by the Israelites, and all its inhabit- ants were killed except Rahab and her family. It was soon rebuilt, however, and became prosperous again; also called "the city of palm-trees." The Jericho of the New Testament is about a mile and a half southeast of the ancient city; and the present village is a few miles east of the second Jericho. See photograph, opp. page 170 JE'RI-EL (founded by God). Son of Tola JE-RI'JAH. See Jeriah I.Chr.8,14, 27; 23,23; 24, 30; 25,22. Ezr.10,26,27, I.Chr.23,19; 26,31. Num.22,1. Deut. 34,1,3. Josh.2,1,2,3; 3,16; 5,10.13: 6.2,25,26; 7, 2; 24,11. II Sam.10,5. I.K. 16,34. U.K. 2,4,5,15 18; 25,5. I.Chr.19,5. II.Chr.28,15. Jer.39,5;S2.8 I.Chr.7,2. I.Chr.26.31. JER'I-MOTH (heights). (1) Son of Bela. (2) i. Chr.7,7,8; Son of Beeher. (3) Benjamite archer. (4) 12,5; 24,30;' Merarite chief; see Jeremoth, No. 2. (5) Al25,4.22; 27, musician; see Jeremoth, No. 3. (6) Son of Azriel. (7) Son of David. (8) A Levite. . . JE'RI-OTH (timidity). in A. V , Second wife of Caleb, JER'O-BO'AM (people will contend). The name of two kings of Israel. (1) Jeroboam, son of Nebat, of the tribe of Ephraim; founder of the kingdom of Israel; and noted as the "man who made Israel to sin." (2) Jeroboam II. was a son of Joash, and a great-grandson of Jehu. He was idolatrous like Jeroboam I., as seen by the books of Hosea and Amos; but he was victorious over his enemies and raised the kingdom of Israel to its highest power JE-RUB'BA-AL, JE-RUB'BE-SHETH. Names given to Gideon JE-RIT'EL (founded of God). Wilderness west of the Dead Sea JE-RD'SA-LEM (founded peaceful). In the time of Abraham this city was called "Sa- lem;" when in the hands of the Jebusites, it became "Jelius." It was also known as "Citv of David," "City of Zion," "City of Judah," "City of God," "City of the Great King," "Holy City," "Ariel;" and prophetic- ally, "City of Confusion." It was the most important and sacred city in Biblical his- tory; was the capital of the Hebrew mon- archy, and of the kingdom of Judah; was built on four hills; and is thirty-two miles east of the Mediterranean Sea, and eighteen miles west of the Dead Sea. No city on the globe has suffered more from wars and sieges; and still the general outline has al- ways been preserved. The "New Jeru- salem" is a figurative expression, denoting the spiritual church and its final triumph and glory. See photographs, opp. pages 688 and 724 JE-RU'SHA (possessed). Daughter of Zadok, and queen of Uzziah; also called Jerushah. 19. II.Chr.ll 18; 31,13. I.Chr.2,18. I.K.11,26; 12 2; 13,1;15,29, 30,34; 16,3, 26,31; 22,52. II.K.10,29; 13.13: 14.24, 27; 15,9; 17, 21. Il.Chrll 14; 13,8,15,20 Hos.1,1. Amos 1,1; 7 9,11. Judg:. 6,32. II.Sam.11,21 II.Chr.20,16. Josh.18,28, Judg,l,8;19 10. f.Sam.17 54. II.Sam.5 6,7; 8,7; 12 31; 15,8;19,33 I.K 8,1; 14, 25. II.K.18, 22; 22,14. I Chr.8,28; 23,25.11. Chr, 3,1; 9,27;20. 28; 25,28; 32, 19. Ezra 7,14 Neh.11,1. Ps.46,4; 48, 2; 76,2; 116, 19; 122,2. Isa.22,9.Jer. 4,14. Zech. 14,21. II.K.15,33. II.Chr.271-. Luke 10.30. Heb. 11,30. Matt. 3, 5; 5, 35; 16,21; 20, 18; 21,10; 23, 37. Mark 1,5; 10,32,33. Luke 2,22; 6, 17; 9.53; 13, 33; 19,11; 21, 20. 24; 23,7; 24, 49, 52. John 12,12. Acts 11,2; IS, 20,22; 21, 31; 22,18; 25, 20; Rom. 15, 19,31. I.Cor. 16,3. Gal.l, 17. 18; 2,1. Rev.3, 12; 21,2,30. 61 JE-SA'IAH Hananiah. jamite . . INDEX. JES (Jehovah saves). (1) Son of (2) Father of Ithiel, a Ben- JE-SHA'IAH (Jehovah saves). (1) division of singers. (2) Son of Rehabiah. (3) Son of Athaliah. (4) A Merarite Levite. O. T. I. Chr. 3, 21 Neh. 11, 7. N. T. INDEX. J1D O. T. Chief of a I.Chr. 25,3 15; 26. 25. Ezra 8, 7, 19. JESH'A-NAH (old). Town taken by Abijah. JE-SHBB'E-AB (father's seat). Head of the thirteenth priestly course JE'SHER (uprightness). Son of Caleb by Azubah JESH'I-MON (a desolation). General term for any wilderness. It is also used to describe the position of Pisgah and Peor JE-SHISH'A-I (aged). Son of Jahdo JESH'U-A (Jehovah helps). (1) A priest, head of the ninth course; also called Jeshuah. (2) A Levite in charge of the tithes. (3) A priest who came from Babylon with Zerub- babel; also called Joshua. (4) Son of Pa- hath-moab. (5)r Father of Jozabad. (6) Father of Ezer. (7) A Levite who ex- pounded the law. (8) One who sealed the Covenant. (9) City of Judah. (10) A form of Joshua II. Chron. 13,19. I. Chron. 24. 13. I,Chron.2,18 Num. 21, 20; 23,28. I.Sam. 23,19. I. Chr. 5,14. I.Chr. 24, 11 II.Chr.31,15 Ezra 2, 2,6, 36, 40; 3,2, 8- 13; 4, 1-3; S, 1 ,2; 8, 33. Neh. 3, 19; 8.7,17; 10,9; 11. 26; 12, 8. JESH'U-AH. See Jeshua, No. 1. JKSHT-RTJN (dearly beloved). A symbolical Deut. 32, 15. name for Israel :Isa. 44, 2. JE-Si'AH (lent by Jehovah}. (1) One of the Korhites, who joined David at Ziklag. (2) Son of Uzziel JE-SIM'I-EL prince .... (God will place). Simeonite JES'SE (strong). An Israelite of the tribe of Judah; the grandson of Ruth, and the father of David. He had eight sons, of whom David was the youngest JE'STJ. Modern poetical name for Jesus JES'U-I. Same as Ishui UES'D-ITES. Descendants of Jesui or Ishui. JB'SUS (help of Jehovah). (1) Ancestor of Christ. (2) Joshua, son of Nun. (3) A Jew- ish Christian; also termed Justus. The name of our Lord; see Jesus Christ I.Chr. 12,6- 23, 20; 24, 25. I.Chr. 4, 36. Ruth 4, 17. I.Sam '16, 1 II. Sam, 20,1 I.Chr.'12,18 Isa. 11, 1. Num. 26, 44. Num. 26, 44. I JE'STJS CHRIST. The ordinary designation of the incarnate Son c-f God, and Saviour of mankind. This double designation is not composed of a name and surname; but of a proper name (Jesus), and an official title meaning consecrated or set apart (Christ). Properly, Jesus the Christ. The Scriptures inform us that he is, from eternity, begot- ten by the Father in a manner no creature is; that he is equal with Him as a Person; and one with Him in essence. We find also names and titles proper only to God ascribed to Jesus. His career, brief, un- eventful, and obscure, to the general ob- server of that day, attracted little atten- tion outside Palestine. It was thirty-five years after his death before the Empire came to regard his followers as anything more than a particular Jewish sect. The important events, the significant acts, and the weighty teachings, of Jesus, were re- ported among his followers; taught to the new converts; and were the substance of Christianity throughout the Apostolic age. The kingdom he was commissioned by the Father- to establish -was a spiritual and moral kingdom, uniting the whole world by the ties of religion into a universal spiritual brotherhood. This was a bitter disappoint- Matt. 1. 5, 6. Acts 13. 22. Rom. 15, 12. Luke 3, 21. Acts 7, 55. Col. 4, 11. Heb.4.8; 10, 19. Matt. 1, 21; 4,1; 8, 3; 9, 2; 12, 25; 13, 34; 14,1; 17,8; 18,2; 20. 30; 21,11; 22, 18; 26,4; 27, 37; 28, 5, Mark 1.24; 3, 7; 5, 13; 9, 4; 12, 34; 14. 22, 67, 72; 15.1. Luke 5, 19; 6,U; 10,39; 19, 3; 23, 26; 24,15. John 2.22; 6,42; 11, 13; 12,21; 13.1; 19,5,25, 28.40; 20, 14. Acts 1, 1; 2, 32; 3, 13; 5, 40; 13,23; 17, 7. Rom.3,26. I.Cor.11,23; 12,3. II. Cor. 1, 14; 4,5, 10. Gal. 6, 17. Eph. 4,21. ment to the Jews, to wnom it had meant a visible glorification of Israel, temporal power, and material blessing. Jesus was the personification of his own teaching, the pattern of an ideal man. See tables re- ferring to Christ, following the Index. JE'THER (surplus). (1) Son of Gideon who feared to slay the Midianitish kings. (2) An Ishmaelite who married David's sister; also called Ithra. (3) Son of Jada. (4) Son of Ezra. (5) Asherite chief Judg. 8. 20. II. Sam. 17. 25. I.K. 2,5 32. I. Chr. 2 32; 4, 17; 7,38. JE'THETH (derivation uncertain). An Edom- Gen. 36,40. itish "duke" who came to Esau I- Chr. 1, 51 JETH'LAH (lofty). City in the tribe of Dan. JE'THRO (his excellence). The priest of Midian who was father-in-law of Moses . . .TE'TTJR (encircled). One of Ishmael's sons; also the name of his descendants the Ituraens Josh. 19. 42 Ex. 3. 1; 4, 18; 18, L Gen. 25. 15. I.Chr. 1.31; 5,19. JE'U-EL (protected by God). Descendant ofii Chr 9 6 Zerath JE'TJSH (strong). (1) Oldest son of Esau by Aholibamah. (2) A Benjamite, son of Bil- han. (3) A Gershonite Levite. (4) A son of Rehoboam and Abihail JEW (descendant of Judah). A name formed from that of the patriarch Judah, and first applied to a subject of the separate king- dom of Judah; afterwards to all the people of the Hebrew language and country; and finally it came to denote not only the de- scendants of Abraham, but proselytes of no blood relation to the Hebrews. "Hebrew" is the linguistic "Israelite," the national, and "Jew," the religious designation JEWELS. Personal ornaments made of prec- ious metals; among them were chains, bracelets, earrings, etc. The word is figur- atively used for anything peculiarly precious JEWESS. Destination of Eunice, Timothy's mother; and Drusilla, Herod's daughter . . JEWRY. The Jewish nation; dered Judah and Judaea elsewhere ren- JEZ'A-NI'AH (whom Jehovah hears). A Maachathite who co-operated with Johanan in pursuit of Ishmael; doubtless the same as Azariah; also written Jaazaniah JEZ'E-BEL (chaste). Daughter of Ethbaal, king of Tyre, and wife of Ahab, king of Israel Gen. 36, 5. I.Chr. 1,35; 7, 10; 23, 10. II.Chr.11,19 II. K. 16. 6. Ei.r. 4, 12. Neh. 1, 2; 4 2. Esth.2,5; 3, 4; 4, 3. 14; 6,10, 13; 8, 7. Jer. 34, 9; 38, 19; 52, 28. Dan. 3,8. Zech.8,23. Gen. 24, 22. Prov. 20. 15 Ezek. 23. 26 Mai. 3, 17. Dan. 5, 13. IT. K. 25. 23. Jer. 40,8; 42. 1; 43. 2, 4, 5. I. K. 16, 31; 18,4. U.K. 9 7, 22, 37. N. T. Phil. 2, 10. I. Thess.2, IS. II.Thess. I. 7. Heb. 2, 9; 4, 14. II. Pet. 1. 2. I.John 4. 15. Rev. 14. 12; 22, 16, 20. Matt. 28, 15. Mark 7, 3. John 3. 25; 7,13. Acts 10,28; 11, 19; 12, 3: 18, 2, 19, 17, 34. Rom. 3, 29. I.Cor. 1, 23. Gal. 2, 14. I.Thess.2.14 Acts 16. 1; 24, 24. Luke 23. 5. John 7, 1. JE'ZER (formation). Fourth named of the Gen. 46, 24. sons of Naphtali JNum. 26, 49 JE'ZI-EL (assembly of God). Benjamite ;l. Chr. 12, 3 archer JEZ-LI'AH (drawn out). A chief Benjamite. I. Chr. 8, 18 JE-ZO'AR (he will shine). Son of Helah . . JEZ'RE-EL (sown by God). (1) A mountain- ous city of Judah. (2) The name of a val- ley between Gilboa and Moreh. (3) A town of Issachar; residence of Ahab, and the scene of Jehu's dreadful commission on the house of Ahab. (4) Fountain by which Saul encamped before the battle of Gilboa. (5) A descendant of Judah. (6) Eldest son of the prophet Hosea JID'LAPH (tearful), sons One of Nahor's eight I. Chr. 4, 7. Josh. 15. 56; 17, 16; 19, 18. Judg. 6, 33. I.Sam. 29. 1. I. K. 18. 45. II.K.9,14-37; 10, 1-11. I. Chr. 4, 3. Hos.l,5;2,22 Gen. 22, 22. 62 INDEX. JOH O. T. N. T. INDEX. JOK JIM'NA (luck). The firstborn of Aslier, and Gen. 46, 17. founder of the Jimnites; also called Jimnah. Num. 26, 44. JIM'NAH. See Jimna. JIPH'THAH-EL (opening of God). A valley; one of the boundaries of Zebulun JO'AB (Jehovah his father). (1) Son of Zerui- ah, David's sister; generalissimo of David's army; an accomplished warrior and an un- scrupulous man. (2) Son of Seraiah. (3) Head of one of the most numerous families that returned under Zerubbabel JO'AH (Jehovah his friend). (1) Son of Asaph, and keeper of Hezekiah's records. (2) Descendants of Zimmah; same as Ethan. (3) Son of Obed-edom. (4) A Gershonite Le- vite. (5) Keeper of the records under Jo- siah JO-AN'NA (Jehovah-given). (1) Ancestor of Christ. (2) Female disciple, wife of Chuza. JO'ASH (given by Jehovah). (1) Father of Gideon; prominert among the Abi-ezrites. (2) Son of Ahab. (3) Son of Ahaziah, and eighth king- of Judah, who began to reign at the age of seven, and reigned forty-one years; also called Jehoash. (4) Son and successor of Jehoahaz; twelfth king of Is- rael, who held Elisha in high honor. (5) Descendant of Shelah. (6) Son of Becher. (7) Benjamite with David at Ziklag. (8) Of- ficer of David JOB (returning; persecuted). (1) Son of Is sachar; also called Jashub. (2) An Arabian patriarch; hero of the book bearing his name JOB, THE BOOK OF. This book is a poem on a historical foundation. As a mere liter- ary production it is one of the sublimest and most interesting works ever written, and is fully equal to the greatest produc- tions of genius. It has been called the Shakespeare of the Bible. The person of Job is represented as a prince of the patri- archal age, who from the highest prosperity was suddenly cast down to utter poverty antl misery, deprived of all his property and children, stricken with a loathsome disease, forsaken and insulted by his wife and friends; but who, after the severest trials of faith and patience, was restored to more than his former prosperity and happiness. The authorship is unknown Josh. 19, 14, 27. II.Sam.2,13- 32; 8,16; 14, 1-24; 17, 25; 18, 8-13 20. I. Chr. 2, 16; 4,14. II. K. 18, 18, 26. I. Chr. 6, 21, 42; 26, 4. II.Chr.29,12; 34,8. Isa. 36, 3. Judg. 6, 11; 7, 14; 8, 13, 29-32. I. K. 22, 26. II. K. 11, 12; 13, 9- 25; 14,1-17. I. Chr. 4,22; 7, 8; 12, 3; 27, 28. II. Chr 22, 11, 12; 24, 17-22, 23,24,25,26. Gen. 46, 13. Num. 26, 24. Job 1,1. Ezek. 14, 14 20. Luke 3, 27; " 3; 24. 10. JO'BAB (howling). (1) A son of Joktan. (2) Gen.10,23; An Edomite king. (3) A northern chief '36,33. Josh routed by Joshua. (4) Two Benjamites of 11,1. I.Chr.8 whom little is known. . - 9, 18. JOCH'E-BED (God-glorified). Wife of Am- ram, and mother of Miriam, Moses, and Aaron JO'EL (Jehovah his God). (1) Son of the prophet Samuel; also called Vashni. (2) A Simeonite. (3) A Reubenjte. (4) A Gadite. (5) A Kohathite Levite. (6) Descendant of Issachar. (7) One of David's valiant men; also called "Igal, son of Nathan." (8) Name of two Gershonites. (9) Manassite prince. (10) A Kohathite who assisted in cleansing the Temple. (11) One of Nebo's family. (12) Son of Zichri. (13) One of the twelve minor prophets; son of Pethuel and author of the Book of Joel JO'EL, THE BOOK OF. In the first part the prophet urges the people to repentance; the second contains an announcement of the blessings to follow the coming of the Mes- siah JOG'BE-HAH (hillock). One of the "fenced" Num.32,35 cities, rebuilt by Gad Judg. 8,11. Ex. 6,20. Num. 26,59, I.Sam.8,2; I.Chr.4, 35; 5,4,8,12; 6,28,36; 7,3; 11,38; 15,7, 11; 23,8; 26, 22; 27,20. II.Chr.29,12 Ezra 10,43. Neh. 11,9. Joel 1,1. JO'HA (Jehovah lives). (1) Son of Beriah. (2) I.Chr.8,16; One of David's guard 11,45. JO-HA'NAN (God-bestowed). (1) A chief Jewish captain after the destruction of Jerusalem, who warned Gedaliah, governor of Judaea, against Ishmael. (2) Son of Jo- siah. (3) Son of Elioenai, in the line of Zerubbabel's heirs. (4) A Levite. (5) Two Israelites who joined David at Ziklag. (6) An Ephraimite. (7) A returned exile. (8) Son of Eliashib. (9) Son of Tobiah the Am- monite JOHN (Jehovah favored). (1) A relative of Annas, the high-priest. (2) The Hebrew name of Mark. (3) John the Baptist, or more properly "the Baptizer;" son of Zach- arias the priest, and Elizabeth, a cousin of Mary, the mother of Jesus. He was born about six months before Christ. The angel Gabriel predicted his birth and work. His early life was spent in solitude, his rai- ment was of camels' hair, and his food was locusts and wild honey. When about thirty years old he began to preach in the wilder- ness of Judea, announcing the coming of the Messiah, calling all to repentance and reformation, pointing to Jesus as the Mes- siah, and baptizing, with the baptism of re- pentance, multitudes who came to him from all parts of the land and confessed their sins. Christ said of him, "Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist." He was imprisoned and beheaded by Herod Antipas. (4) The Apostle John, son of Zebedee, a fish- erman, and Salome. He was probably born at Bethsaida, on the Lake of Galilee; and was a fisherman, though his parents seem to have been in easy circumstances. He was one of the three who were distin- guished above the other Apostles, and was "he whom Jesus loved." He died at Ephe- sus in the reign of the Emperor Trajan . . . JOHN, THE GOS'PEL OF. It was written many years after the other Gospels, and it is evident that John knew them when he undertook to write his own. Quite natural- ly, therefore, though perhaps not intention- aly, his Gospel became a compliment to the three earlier ones. He omits much which they contain, and concentrates his narrative on Christ's ministry in Judea, while the others are principally occupied with His ministry in Galilee. One-third of the whole book is devoted to what took place during the last twenty-four hours of Christ's life on earth JOHN, THE E-PIS'TLES OF. They were three in number, and were written in Ephe- sus about the same time as his Gospel. The first is a kind of doctrinal discourse ad- dressed to believers in general; but more especially to the Gentiles in Asia Minor, for the purpose of confirming them in their faith, and warning them against errors. The second and third are very short and addressed, it would seem, to private per- sons O.T. II.K.25,22- 24. I.Chr.3 15,24; 6,9; 12 4,12. II. Chr 28,12. Ezra 8 12 10,6. Neh.6,18. Jer.41,11-15; 42,1; 43,1-7, N. T. Isa. 40,3. Matt.3,4,14 4.12,21; 9,14; 10,2; 11,2,4,7 13; 14,10; 21, 26,32. Mark 1,6,14,19; 2 18; 3,17; 6,16 20; 11,32. Luke 1,13,60 63; 3,2.15,16, 20; 5,10,33; 6 14; 7,18,19,20 22,24,28,29, 33; 8,51; 9,7, 9,19,28,49, 54; 11,1, 16. 16; 20,6; 22,8 John 1,6,15 19,26,28,29, 32,35,40; 3,23 24,25,26.27; 4,1; 5,33,36; 10,40,41.Acts 1,5; 3,1,11; 4 6,13; 8,14; 11 16; 12,2,12, 25; 13,5,13,24 25; 15,37. Rev.1,1,4,9 21,2. JOI'A-DA (Jehovah knows). A contraction of N en 3 6- 12, Jehoiada. (1) Son of Paseah; a chief priest. 10 1122- 13* (2) A high-priest, successor of Eliashib 28 ' JOI'A-KIM (Jehovah sets up). A high-priest, son of Jeshua JOI'A-RIB (Jehovah will contend). (1) A re- turned exile. (2) Descendant of Judah. (3) See Jehoiarib JOK'DE-AM (burning of people). City of Ju- dah JO'KIM (whom Jehovah has set up). Son of Shelah JOK'ME-AM (people will be raised). Levitical city of Ephraim; incorrectly called Jokneam JOK'NE-AM (people will be lamented). City of Zebulun given to the Merarite Levites . . Neh. 12,10, 12,26. Ezra 8,16. Neh. 11,5,10: 12,6,19. Josh.lS,56. I.Chr.4.22. I.K.4, 12. 1. Chr.6,68. Josh.12,22; 19,11; 21.34. JOK'SHAN (snarer). Second son of Abraham Gen.25,2. by Keturah ll.Chr.1.32. 63 £5 INDEX. JOR O.T. JOK'TAN (small). Descendant of Shem; the supposed progenitor of many tribes in Southern Arabia JOK'THE-EL (veneration of God). (1) City of Judah. (2) Name given by King Amazi- ah to Sela or Petra, when he took it from the Edomites JO'NA (whom Jehovah bestows). Father of the Apostle Peter; also called Jonas JON'A-DAB (Jehovah impels). (1) A nephew of David. (2) A son of Rechab, and a com- panion of Jehu; progenitor of the nomadic Rechabites. He was also called Jehonadab. JO'NAH (dove). Fifth in order of the minor prophets; born at Gath-hepher, in the tribe of Zebulun. Little is known of his life ex- cept what is told in the book bearing his name JO'NAH, THE BOOK OF. It consists of two parts. The first contains the commission given him, his refusal, and his miraculous escape from death out of the belly of "a great fish." The second, the renewal of the commission, his obedience, the repent- ance of the Ninevites. and the hard spirit of Jonah .' STCNAN (whom Jehovah bestows). Ancestor of Christ JO'NAS. Greek form of Jonah; also, form of Jona JON'A-THAN (whom Jehovah gave). (1) An Israelite of the tribe of Levi, who became priest of the idol set up by Micah in Mount Ephraim, and which was afterward taken away and set up at Laish by the Danites. (2) One of the sons of Saul, the first king of Israel. He was famous for his piety and valor. Jonathan loved David "as his own soul." Jonathan, two of his brothers, and his father, were slain in the battle of Gil- boa. (3) Son of Abiathar; a spy of David. (4) A warrior; nephew of David. (5) One of David's heroes. (6) Son of Jada. (7) Secre- tary of David's cabinet. (8) Father of Ebed. (9) Son of Asahel. (10) Descendant of Jeshua; also called Johanan. (11) A scribe. (12) Son of Kareah JOP'PA (beauty). Important coast town in the tribe of Dan, about forty miles north- west of Jerusalem; also called Jaffa. See photographs, opp. pages 363 and 641 JO'RAM (whom Jehovah has exalted). (1) Son of Toi, king of Hamath; sent by his father to congratulate David on his victory over Hadadezer; see Hadoram, No. 2. (2) See Jehoram, No. 2. (3) See Jehoram, No. 1. (4) A Levite JOR'DAN (the descender). The principal riv- er of Palestine; it has four sources, which are situated among the mountains of Anti- Lebanon, and flows with a descent of nine hundred feet into the Sea of Galilee. After leaving this sea it flows through a deep valley and over nearly thirty rapids into the Dead Sea, sixty-six miles distant. The dis- tance in a direct line from its source to its mouth is about one hundred and thirty-five miles. The Jordan was crossed by Jacob, and passed over by the Israelites when en- tering the Promised Land. Many wonder- ful miracles are connected with "it, among which is the curing of Naaman. It was the scene of the baptism of the multitudes, and of Jesus, by John the Baptist. See photo- graphs, opp. pages 168 and 201 Gen.10.2S.26 29. 1.Chr.l. 19. Josh.15.38. II.K.14,7. II.Chr.25. 11-13. II.Sam.13.3 5, 32-35. II.K.10,15-23 Jer. 35,6,8,14 16,19. IIK.14,25. Jonah 1.5,7, 15,17; 2,1; 3 3; 4,6,8,9. N. T. John 1,42; 21.15-17. Jude.17,7- 13; 18.1-30. I. Sam. 13, 3, 16,22; 14,1- 45,49; 18,1,4 19.1.2.4,6,7: 20,16,18; 31,2. II. Sam.1.12,17- 27; 15, 27, 28; 17, 17-22; 21, 21. I.K.1.42 48. I.Chr.2, 32,33; 27,32. Ezra 8 6; 10,15. Neh. 12,11.22 Jer. 37.15,20: 38,26; 40.8. I.K.5,9. II. Chr.2.16. Ezra 3. 7. Jonah 1,3. II.Sam.8,10 II. K.8.16.21. 23,24,25,28 29; 9,17,21,22 I.Chr.26,25 Gen. 50,10. Num.34,12. Deut.3,25,2 11,30. Josh.3 8; 9,10; 12, 1. Judg.3,28; 5. 17: 7,25; 10, 9; 12,6. I.Sam. 13,7. 31,7. II. Sam. 2.29. I.K.2.8; 17,3. II.K.2,6 .13; 5.10,14; 6,2; 7.15. I.Chr.6.78. Job 40.23. Ps.42,6. Isa 9,1. Jer.12,5 JOR'DAN, VAT/LET OF. Valley between Gen.13.10-12 the Sea of Tiberias and the Dead Sea; also I.K.7.46. called "plains of the Jordan." II.Chr.4,17 JO'RIM (Jehovah exalts). Ancestor of Jesus. Matt. 12.39, 40,41; 16.4. Luke 11.29, 30,32. John 21,15,16,17. Luke 3.30. Matt.12.39. John 21,15. Acts 9,36,38. 42,43; 10.5.8,1 23,32; 11,5,13 Matt.1.8. Matt. 3, 6,13: 4,15. Mark 1 5,9. John 1 28; 3,26. Luke 3,29. INDEX. JOS'A-PHAT. See Jehoshaphat JOT O. T. JOS'E-DECH (justified by Jehovah). Father of Jeshua JO'SEPH (increaser). (1) The eleventh son of Jacob, the first whom he had by Rachel. His father's fondness for him excited the envy of his brothers, and they sold him for twenty pieces of silver to the Ishmaelites, who carried him to Egypt, where he be- came governor over all the land of Egypt. He died at the age of 110, and his bones were brought out of Egypt and buried in Shechem. (2) The father of Igal, the spy. (3) Son of Asaph. (4) A returned exile (5) A priest. (6) Musband of Mary, the mother of Jesus; a carpenter by trade, and a "just nian." Little is known of him after Jesus was twelve years old. (7) Joseph of Arimathea, a wealthy member of the Sanhe drin, and a disciple of Christ; his tomb was the burial place of Christ. (8) Three ances- tors of Christ. (9) A disciple, also called Barsabas, who was candidate with Mathias for the place of Judas among the Apostles; surnamed Justus. (10) Designation of the ten tribes of Israel Hag.1,1. Zech.6,11. Gen.30,24; 33,2; 37.2,3, 5; 39,2,5,7, 20; 40,9,23; 41,14,42,46, 49.55; 42,8, 36; 43,17,30; 45.3,26,28; 46 4.29; 47,12 15,29; 48,2,12 15; 49,22; 50, 7.15. Ex.1,8; 13,19. Num. 1,10,32; 13,7, 11; 36,5. Deut. 27,12 33,13,16. I.Chr.5,2; 25 2.9. Ezra 10, 42. Neh.12, 14. Ps.77,15. Ezek.37,16; 47,13; 48.32 Amos 5,15. JO'SES (whom Jehovah helps). (1) Son of Mary and Cleophas, and brother of James the Less, Simon, and Jude; one of those called the "brethren" of our Lord. (2) Son of Eliezer, in the genealogy of Christ. (3) A Levite, surnamed Barnabas by the Apos- tles JO'SHAH (Jehovah established). Simeonite prince JOSH-BEK'A-SITAH (seat in hardness). Head of the sixteenth musical course .TO'SHEB-BAS'SE-BETH (sitting in the coun- cil). Chief hero of David; also called Jash- hobeam JOSHT-A. (1) The great leader of the Israel- ites in the conquest of Canaan. He was the son of Nun, of the tribe of Ephraim, and was born in Egypt. His original name was Oshea, but it was changed to Jehoshua, of which Joshua is a contraction. He was one of the twelve spies, and he and Caleb were the only ones who told the truth. After the death of Moses he led the Israel- ites across the Jordan, defeated and subju- gated six nations and thirty-one kings, dur ing a war of six years, and then divided the Promised Land among the twelve tribes. After ruling the people many years he caused them to renew their covenant with Jehovah. He died at the age of one hun- dred and ten years and was buried at Tim- nath-serah in Ephraim. (2) A Beth-shemite. (3) A governor of Jerusalem. (4) High-priest of the Jews after the Captivity; also called Jeshua I.Chr.4,34 I.Chr.25,4, JOSHT-A, THE BOOK OF. It consists of three parts. The first narrates the con- quest of Canaan; tbe second relates its par tition; and the third contains the two ad dresses of Joshua to the people , JO-SI'AH (whom Jehovah heals). (1) The son and successor of Amon; who was eight years old when his father died, and reigned as king of Judah for thirty-one years. He was noted for his piety and integrity. During his reign every vestige of idolatry was swept out of the land, and the feast of the Passover was celebrated with great sol- emnnity. His death ended the prosperity of Judah." (2) A priest who returned from Babylon JO-SPAS. Grecized form of Josiah, king of Judah JOS-I-BT'AH (dweller with Jehovah). Father of Jehu ' JOT. The name of the Hebrew letter i; used by the Hebrews to denote the least possible thing 24. II.Sam.28.8 I.Chr.11,11 Ex.17.13; 24 13; 32,17; 33. 11. Num.13 8; 14,30; 27, 18; 34,17. Deut. 1.38; 3 28; 34,9. Josh. 1,10. 2,1; 3,7; 4,8; 5,7; 6,2; 7.6; 8,18, 35; 10. 8,42; 11.9; 13 1; 14,13; 18, 10; 19.49; 22 6; 23.1; 24,1. 29. Judsr.2, I.Sam.6.14. I.K.16,34. II.K.23.8. Ezra 4,3. Has-. 1. 1. Zecn. 3,1. I.K.13.2. II.K.21.24; 22.1; 23,19. 24,29. I.Chr. 3,15. Il.Chr. 33.25; 34.33; 35,1,18.19,22 23.24.25. Jer. 1.2; 3,6. Zeph.1,1. Zech.6,10. I.Chr.4,35. N. T. Matt. 1.8. Matt. 1, 16, 18,19, 24; 2 13,19:27.57 59. Mark 15, 43, 45. Luke 2,4,16,43; 3, 23,24; 4,22; 23,50; 26,30. John 1,45 4,5; 6,42; 19 [38. Acts 1. 23; 7,9; 13, 14, 18. Heb. 11, 21, 22. Rev. 7, 8, Matt. 13,55 27,56. Mark 6,3; 15,40.47, Luke 3,29. Matt. 1.10. Matt. 1,10,11 Matt. 5,18. 64 INDEX. JUD JOT'BAH (pleasantness). Native place of Meshulemeth; commonly identified with Jot- bath JOT'BATH' or JOT'BA-THA (pleasantness). Twenty-ninth encampment of the Israelites in the wilderness JO'THAM (Jehovah is upright). (1) The youngest son of Gideon, who escaped when his brothers were slain by Abimelech. (2) A son of Azariah (or Uzziah) king of Judah, who ruled during part of his father's life, and on his death succeeded him as king. He reigned thirty-three years; seven years of which were during his father's life. (3) De scendant of Judah JOUR'NEY. People in Eastern countries trav el early in the morning or in the evening and often into the night. See Day's Jour- ney JOT. It is chiefly used in the Bible to signify religious emotion. Believers are commanded to rejoice JOZ'A-BAD (Jehovah endowed). (1) A Ge- derathite; also called Josabad. (2) Name of two Manassite captains. (3) Name of two Levites. (4) Son of Jeshua. (5) A priest who had a foreign wife JOZ'A-CHAR (remembered by Jehovah). One of the murderers of JoasL, king of Judah; also called Zabad JOZ'A-DAK (Jah is great). Contracted form of Jehozadak JU'BAL (stream). Inventor of the harp and organ JU'BI-LEE, THE YEAR OF. This was the final consummation of the Sabbatical sys tern in use among the Jews, according to which every seventh day was a Sabbath day, every seventh year a Sabbatical year, and every fiftieth year — that is, every year following the close of seven Sabbatical years, each of seven years — a Jubilee year, beginning on the Day of Atonement and ushered in by the blast of trumpets JU'DA (praise). (1) One of the "brethren" of Jesus, probably same as James; also called Judas. (2) Two ancestors of Jesus. (3) The patriarch Judah. (4) Name of the tribe of Judah JU-DAE'A. See Judea. JU'DAH (celebrated). (1) The fourth son of Jacob and Leah; one of the patriarchs. He saved the life of his brother Joseph by ad- vising his sale; and was surety for the safety of Benjamin; also called Judas. (2) Name of two exiled priests. (3) A Ben- jamite. (4) A prince or priest who assisted in the dedication of the walls of Jerusalem. JU'DAH, KING'DOM OP. It embraced the territory of the tribe of Judah, and also the greater part of that of Benjamin on the northeast, Dan on the northwest, and Si- meon on the south. After the kingdom of Israel was divded, Judah existed as a separ- ate kingdom JU'DAH, TER'RI-TO-RY OP. Western Pal- estine, from the Dead Sea to the Mediter- ranean; occupied by the tribe of Judah. Part of this territory was afterwards cut off for Simeon and Dan JU'DAH, TRIBE OF. Tribe which sprang from Judah, the son of Jacob; the largest which came out of Egypt. David was of this tribe O. T. II.K.21.19, Num.33,33, 34. Deut.10,7 Judg. 9,5,21, 57. II.K.15,5. I.Chr. 2.4 7; 3,12; 5,17. II.Chr.26,21 23; 27,1,6,7,9 lsa.1,1. Hos. 1,1, Mlc.1,1 Gen. 24.21. Ex.13,20. Num.9,10. Deut.1,2. Job 38.7. Ps. 5,11; 32,11; 132,9. I.Chr.124,20 II.Chr.31,13 35.9. Ezra 8; 33; 10,22. U.K. 12,21. Il.Chr.24,26 Ezra 3.2. Neh.12,26. Gen.4,21. N.T. Lev 11,12 30,31 52,54 18,21 33,34. 36,4. 25.9.10, ,13,28, ,33.40. ; 27,17, ,23,24. Num. Gen.35,23;37 26,27; 38.1,6, 12,26; 43,3,8; 44,14-34; 46 28; 49,8-12. Ezra 10,23. Neh.11,9; 12 34,36. II. Sam. 5, 5 24,1. I.K.2, 32; 4,25; 13,1 II.K.8,19. Ps.60,7; 114 2. Jer.32,35 Deut.34,2. Ruth 1,7. l.Sam.22,5. II.K.25,22. Zech. 1,21. Ex. 31, 2. Num. 1. 27. Josh. 7, 1; 15, 1; 21, 4. Matt. 1.9. Matt. 2, 10. Luke 2, 10. I.Thess. 1,6. Matt. 13 ,55. Mark 6,3. Luke 3,26,30 33. Heb.7,14 Matt. 1. 2,3. Luke 3,33. Heb.7,14. Matt.2,6. Rev. 5, 5; 7.5. INDEX. JU'DAH UPON JOR'DAN. Naphtali JUD Border town of O.T. I n, t, JU'DA'ISM. The Jewish faith in its extrava gant attachment to rites and traditions; pre- valent in the time of Christ Josh. 19, 34. JU'DAS or JUDE. (1) The patriarch Judah. (2) Man of Damascus with whom Saul lodged after his conversion. (3) Judas or Jude, surnamed Barsabas, sent to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. (4) Judas Gaulan- itis, who stirred up sedition among the Jews soon after the birth of Jesus; also called Judas the Galilean. (5) Judas or Jude; also called Lebbaeus and Thaddaeus. It has not been agreed whether he is the same as our Lord's brother Judas, the au- thor of the Epistle of Jude JU'DAS IS-CAR'I-OT. One of the twelve Apostles; son of Simon. After being with the Lord during his whole public ministry he betrayed him with a kiss to the guard and the attendant mob, for thirty shekels or pieces of silver. His remorse was so great that he returned the money and hanged himself in the valley of Hinnom JU'DAS MAC'CA-BAE'US. JUDE. See Judas. See Maccabees. JUDE, E-PIS'TLE OF. This epistle Is re- markable for its vehemence, fervor, and en ergy, of composition and style. Its design was to warn Christians against false teach- ers; it also contains consolation for believ ers, and an exhortation to faith and love. As to the authorship, authorities are divided in opinion between Jude the Apostle and Jude, the Lord's brother, if indeed they be different persons , JU'DE'A. The southernmost of the three di visions of the Holy Land; denoting the kingdom of Judah as distinguished from that of Israel. After the Captivity applied generally to all Palestine west of the Jor- dan. The hill country of Judea extends from north to south through the province of Judea. Also called Judaea and Judah JU-DE'A, WIL'DER-NESS OP. A barren country lying along the eastern border of Judea towards the Dead Sea; also called Beth-arabah. Scene of Christ's temptation. JUDG'ES. (1) A class of magistrates origin- ally appointed by Moses as his assistants. (2) Those judges whose history is given in the Book of Judges. They were raised up for special emergencies, had extraordinary civil and military powers, and were given to the Israelites for about 450 years, until the time of Samuel the prophet JUDG'ES, THE BOOK OF. This book is so called because it narrates the history of the Israelites from about twenty years after the death of Joshua to the time of Saul, the first king of Israel, during which period they were governed by fifteen judges. The author is not known, nor the time when it was written; but it is evidently compiled from trustworthy material Ezr. 5, 8. Josh. 15, 6, 61; 18, 22. Ex. 21, 6; 22 9. Num.25, 5. Deut. 16, 18. Josh. 8. Judg. 2 16, 17. II. K. 23, 22. I. Chr. 26, 29. Isa. 1. 26. JUDG'MENT. (1) Wisdom whereby one can judge what is right or wrong. (2) Strict equity in judgment. (3) Decision of a judge. (4) Courts for trying causes. (5) Controversies to be tried and decided. (6) Sentiment; advice. (7) Chastisement in- flicted on saints. (8) The commands of God. (9) Punishment for sin. (10) Power of judging the world. (11) Solemn action and trial on the last day JUDG'MENT HALL. Room in the palace of the Roman governor used for the trial of causes and the administration of justice; also called "praetorium," "common hall," and "the palace" JUDG'MENT SEAT. An elevated seat in the "judgment hall" from which sentence was pronounced Ex. 21, 1. I K. 3, 28. Ps. 37, 6; 72, 1. Prov. 19, 29 Eccl. 12, 14. Isa. 1, 27; 30 18; 42,1,3; 53, 8. Jer. 10, 24. Ezek 30,14. . Acts 15, 1; 21, 20-25. Gal. 1. 13. 14 Matt. 1,2, 10, 3, 4; 13, 55; 26, 47. Mark 3, 18. 6, 3; 14, 43. Luke 22, 47. John 13,26; 14, 22; 18, 3, 5. Acts 1,13 16, 25 ; S, 37 9, 11; 15, 22 27, 32. Matt. 10, 4; 26, 14-16, 47-50; 27, 3 10. Mark 3, 19; 14, 18, 21 Luke 6, 16; 22, 3. John 6, 71; 12. 4- 6; 13, 2, 26, 29. 1 I Matt. 24, 16. John 4, 3; 7, 3; 11, 7. Acts 1, 8; 2, 14; 9, 31; 12, 19; 28,21. Rom 15, 31. II. Cor. 1, 16. I. Thes. 2,H| Matt. 3, 1. Mark 1, 12, 13. Luke 3,3. Matt. 12, 27, Luke li. 19. Acts 13, 20. Jam. 2, 4. Matt. 27. 27. Mark 15, 16. John 18, 28. 33; 19, 9. Acts 23, 35. Matt. 27, 19. Acts 18. 12, 16, 17; 25, 10 66 47 INDEX. KAR O. T. JTJDG'MENT, DAT OF. The day when Christ shall judge the world In righteous ness JU'DITH (Jewess). (1) TVife of Esau. (2> Apocryphal book of the Old Testament . . JU'LI-A. Female disciple at Rome JU'LI-US. The centurion under whose charge Paul was sent to Rome JU'NI-A. Jewish Christian; Paul's kinsman JU'NI-PER. A bush growing in the sandy regions of Arabia and Northern Africa; very abundant in the desert of Sinai. It shel- tered Elijah after a long journey JL"PI-TER (Zeus). A Greek and Roman deity JU'SHAB-HE'SEL (returner of kindness). Son of Zerubbabel JUST. Applied as an epithet to our Lord Jesus Christ JLS'TICE. (1) That essential perfection in God, whereby He is infinitely righteous and just both in His nature and in all proceed- ings with His creatures. (2) That political virtue which renders every man his due Gen. 26. 34. I. K. 19.4,5. Job 30. 4. Ps. 120, 4. I. Chr. 3, 20 N. T. Matt. 10, 15 II. Pet. 2, 9 I. John 4, 17 Rom. 16, 15. Acts 27. 1,3. 43. Rom. 16, 7. INDEX. KET O. T. N.T. Gen. 18, 19. II. Sam. 8. 15. Job 8. 3. Ps. 89, 14. . Prov. 8. 15. Isa. 9. 7. JES'TUS. (1) Surname of Barsabas. (2) Christian at Corinth with whom Paul lodged. (3) Surname of Jesus, a believing Jew JUT'TAH (inclosed). Levitical citv of Judah, near Carmel ' JES'TI-FI-CA'TION. An act of free grace by which God pardons the sinner and ac- cepts him as righteous on account of the atonement of Christ. Faith and works are the only means of justification K KAB'ZE-EL (God has gathered). A city in the southern part of Judah; also called Je- kabzeel :KA DESH (sacred). Site on the southeastern border of the Promised Land, towards Edom, where the Israelites twice encamped with the intention of entering Palestine, and were twice sent back. At this place Moses smote the rock for water. Also called Kadesh-barnea KAD MI-EL (presence of God). (1) A Levite who returned from captivitv. (2) A Levite who assisted in leading the devotions of the people KAD'MON-ITES. Canaanite tribe in Abra nam s time KAL'LAI (frivolous). Son of Sallai; a priest. KA'NAH (reediness). (1) River dividing Eph- ralm and Manasseh. (2) Town of Asher . . KA " R ^L AH < baId )- Father of Johanan and Jonathan; who supported Gedaliah's author lty, and took vengeance on his murderers also called Careah 5AR'KA-A (ground floor). City of Judah ... SAR'KOR (foundation). Place east of the Jordan Josh. 15, 55; 21,16. Job 32, 2. Isa. 43, 9; 45,25; 58,8 58,2;59,4. Zech. 3,4. Josh. 15. 21 II. Sam. 23. 20. Neh. 11 25. Gen. 14. 7. Num. 13. 26 20, 11, 16; 27,14; 32. 8. Deut.l, 46. Josh. 10, 41 14,7. Ezra 2, 40; 3 9. Neh. 7,43; 9, 4, 5; 10, 9. Gen. 15, 19. Neh. 12, 20. Josh. 16, 8; 17. 9; 19, 28. Jer. 40, 8, 13 15; 41. 11. 14 16; 42, 1. 8: 43, 2, 4. Josh. 15, 3. Judg. 8, 10. Acts 14, 12, 13; 19,35. Acts 3. 14; 7, 52; 22, 14. KAR'TAH (city). Town of Zebulun given to Josh. 19. 15 the Merarite Levites; probably same as.21,34. Kattath KAR'TAN (double city). Levitical city of Josh. 21. 32. Naphtali; possibly a contraction of Kir- I. Chr. 6. 76. jathaim „ KAT'TATH (littleness). City in ' Zebulun: also called Kitron. Probably same as Kar- tah KE'DAR (black). (1) Son of Ishmael. (2) Name of an important and wealthy tribe which he founded Josh. 19, 15 Judg. 1, 30. Gen. 25. 13. I. Chr. 1.29 Isa. 21,16. KED'E-MAH (eastward). Youngest son of 'Gen. 25, 15 Ishmael I. Chr. 1.31 KED'E-MOTH. City of Reuben near the river Arnon, which gave its name to the surrounding wilderness Acts 1. 23; 18. 7. 1 1. Cor 4,11. John 5. 24. Acts 13, 39. Rom. 4,25; 5. 16. 18. Jas. 2, 20. KE'DESH. (1) City of Judah; possibly same as Kadesh-barnea. (2) City of Issachar; doubtless the Kadesh whose king was slain by Joshua. (3) Levitical city of Naphtali; one of the six cities of refuge KE'DRON. See Kidron. KEEP'ER. A word used to denote a shep- herd, jailer, etc. The Lord is called our keeper KE-HEL'A-THAH (convocation). Encamp- ment of the Israelites in the desert KEI'LAH (fortress). (1) A city of .Tudah. (2) A descendant of Judah Deut. 2, 26. Josh. 13, 18 I. Chr. 6.79 Josh 15, 23; 19, 37; 20. 7; 21.32. Judg. 4,6,9. U.K. 15, 29. I. Chr. 6, 72. Gen. 4. 2. Acts 5. 23; II. K. 22. 14. 12, 6; 16. 27 Ps. 121, 5. 36. Num. 33, 22, 23. Josh. 15, 44. I. Chr. 4, 19. KEL-I-TA (dwarf). Levite who put away a Ezra 10 23 foreign wife; associated with Nehemiah in fj etl 8 7- 10 expounding the law; also called Kelaiah KE-MU'EL (helper). (1) A son of Nahor, the brother of Abraham. (2) A prince of Eph- raim; one of those who divided Canaan. (3) A Levite KE'NAN (fixed). Same as Cainan, No. 1 KE'NATH (possession). Town of Manasseh beyond the Jordan; also called Nobah KE'NAZ (a hunter). (1) Fifth son of Eliphaz, Gen. 36, 11 10. Gen. 22, 21. Num. 34,24. I. Chr.27,17. I. Chr. 1. 2. Num. 32, 42. I. Chr. 2, 23. and one of the "dukes" of Edom; founder of the Kenezites. (2) A tract of country in Arabia Petraea, named after Kenaz, No. 1. (3) Brother of Caleb. <4) Grandson of Ca- leb KEN'EZ-ITE. Epithet applied to Caleb, son of Jephunneh; also called Kenizzite KEN'ITES. One of the tribes which occu- pied Canaan in the time of Abraham, to whom their land was promised KEN'IZ-ZITES. A tribe in Canaan KER'CHIEFS (spread out). A kind of veil worn by the idolatrous women of Israel . . KER'EN-HAP'PTJCH (paint-horn). A daugh- ter of Job born after his prosperity was re- stored KE'RI-OTH (buildings). (1) A town of Ju- dah. (2) A strong city of Moab; also called Kirioth KET'TLE (boiling). Vessel used for culinary or sacrificial purposes 15, 42. Josh 15,17. Judg 1.13. I. Chr 1. 53; 4, 13, 15. Num. 32, 12. Josh. 14, 6. Gen. 15, 19. Num. 24. 21 I.Sam. 15,6 Gen. 15, 19. Ezek. 13, 18 21. Job 42, 14. Josh. IS. 25 Jer. 48, 24. Amos. 2, 2. I.Sam. 2, 14 66 INDEX. KIN O. T. N. T. INDEX. KNE O. T. KB-TU'RAH (incense). The wife of Abraham after the death of Sarah KEY. An instrument for opening or fasten- ing a lock. Keys were sometimes made very large and carried on the shoulder as an emblem of office. It is often used figur- atively KE-ZI'A (cassia). The second daughter of Job, born after his prosperity KE'ZIZ (abrupt). A town of Benjamin ... KIB'ROTH-HAT-TA'VAH (graves of lust). Encampment in the wilderness where the Israelites were miraculously fed with quails. KIB-ZA'IM (double heap). Ephraim Levitical city of KID. A young goat; one of the luxuries of ancient times. Kids were also used for Gen. 25, 1 . l.Chr. 1.32. Judg. 3, 25. Isa. 22. 22. Job 42. 14. Josh. 18, 21 Num. 11, 34, 35; 33, 16, 17 Deut. 9, 22. Josh.21, 22. Gen. 38, 17. Num. 7. 16. sacrifices I.Sam.16,20. KID'RON (dusky). A valley and brook be- tween Jerusalem and the Mount of Olives. This brook is dry except during the heavy winter rains, when it is as a torrent empty- ing into the Dead Sea. David fled from Absalom across the Kidron; and Christ crossed it on the night of His agony. See photograph, opp. page 753 KI'NAH (a dirge). Town of Judah KIND'NESS (zeal). Pity; an act of courtesy, good-will, and tenderness. God's kindness towards men is shown in mercies and bless- ings KIN'DRED. Word used in the Bible to de- note the following: (1) Relatives by birth. (2) Descendants in a direct line. (3) Fam- ily in a larger sense. (4) A tribe. "Kins- folk," "kinswoman," and "kinsman," are used in the same way KING. (1) God "the King Eternal." (2) Christ "the King of Kings," and the King of the Jews. (3) The title "king" is applied to human rulers, without regard to the extent of their dominions. The kings of the He- brews were considered to be God's repre- sentatives. Saul was their f st king and was succeeded by David. The word "king" was also applied to the people of God, to the Devil, to death KING'DOM OP CHRIST, KING'DOM OP GOD, KING'DOM OF HEAVEN. These terms have nearly the same meanin -, a..d denote the blessedness of the fo) jwers of Christ, partially attained in this life, and perfectly in the world to come KING'DOM OF Ts'RA-EL. See Israel KING'DOM OF JU'DAH. See Judah KINGS, BOOKS OF. The two books of Kings were anciently one book In the Jew ish Scriptures. The first book covers the period from the anointing of Solomon to the death of Jehoshaphat; the second, from tin death of Jehoshaphat to the destruction of Jerusalem. The author is not known . . . Matt. 16, 19. Luke 11. 52. Rev. 1, 18; 3. 7; 9, 1; 20, 1. II.Sam.15,23 I.K.2,37; 15, 13. 1I.K.11, 16; 23,4,6,12. II.Chr.29 ,16. Neh.2,15. Jer. 31,40. Josh. 15,22. Gen.21,23. II.Chr.24,22. Neh. 9,17. Ps. 31, 21. Gen. 12, 1. Num. 10, 30. Josh. 6, 23. Ruth 2, 3. I.Chr. 12,29 Esth.2.10. Judg. 1,7; 17 6. I.Sam.8,5 22; 10,24. II. Sam. 5, 12. I.K.20,1.16. Job 18,14. Ps.44,4; 76, 12; 138,4. Prov. 8,15. Isa. 7,17. Luke 15, 29. John 18,-1. KING'S DALE. Place near Jerusalem where Abraham erected a pillar KING'S GAR'DEN. Royal garden near the fortress of Zion KING'S HOUSE. Solomon's palace, the "house of the forest of Lebanon." Gen. 14,17. Il.Sam. 18,18 U.K. 21,18; 25,4. I. K.7,1-12. KING'S POOL. See Siloam Acts 28,-2. II. Cor. 6, 6. Eph. 2, 7. I.Tim. 5, 4. Luke 1, 61. Acts 3, 25; 4, 6; 7, 13,14. 19. I. Tim. 5,8. Rev. 5, 9; 14, 6. Matt. 18, 23; 27,11. Luke 19, 38; 23, 2. John 1, 49; 19,14. Acts 9, 15. I.Tim 1, 17; 2, 2; 6 15. I. Pet. 2, 13,17. Rev 1,6; 9, 11; 19, 16. Matt. 3, 2; 4 17; 6, 33; 13 31,41. Mark 1,14. Luke 17,20,21. Eph. 5, 5. KING'S SEP'UL-CHER. See Sepulcher KIR (fortress). A people and country subject to the Assyrian Empire, to which the con- quered Damascenes were transplanted KIR'HAR'A-SETH. See Kir-moab KIR'I-A-THA'IM. See Kirjathaim , KIR'JATH (city) City of Benjamin; prob ably identical with Kirjath-jearim KIR'JA-THA'IM (double town). (1) A city of Reuben, originally possessed by the Emim. (2) Levitical city in Naphtali; also called Kiriathaim kTr'JATH-AR'BA (the city of Arba). The ancient name of Hebron kTr'JATH'A'RIM. Abbreviation of Kirjath jearini kYr'JATH-BA'AL (city of Baal). Same as Kirjath-jearim kTr'JATH-HU'ZOTH (city of streets). Town of Moab II.K.16,9. Isa. 22,6. Amos 1, 5. II.K.3,25. Josh. 13,19. Josh. 15,9. 60; 18,14,28. Gen. 14, 5. Num.32,37. Deut. 2, 9. I.Chr.6,76. Gen. 23, 2. Josh. 14, 15 Ezra 2,25. Josh.15,60; 18,14. . Num. 22, 39. KIR'JATH-JE'A-RIM (city of forests). One of the towns of the Gibeonites, where the the Ark of the Lord was brought from the Philistines; also called Baalah KIR'JATH-SAN'NAH (city of books). City of Judah; also called Kirjath-sepher and Debir. KIR-MO'AB (wall of Moab). Fortified city of Moab; also called Kir-haraseth, Kir-hare- seth, Kir-Haresh, and Klr-heres KISH (a bow). (1) Father of King Saul. (2) Son of Jeiel. (3) A son of Mahli. (4) A son of Abdi; a Merarite Levite. (5) Great-grand- father of Mordecal KISH'I-ON (hard ground). Levitical city of Issachar; incorrectly called Kishon and Ke- desh KI'SHON (winding). Next to the Jordan, the most important river of Palestine, which empties into the Mediterranean near Mount Carmel; also called Kedesh and Kison KISS. A salutation especially common in the East; used to express reverence as well as affection. King Saul received the kiss of allegiance from the prophet Samuel. In the early days of the Church it was a pledge of Christian brotherhood and love; treacher- ously used by Judas to betray Jesus KITH'LISH (wall of man). City of Judah . . kTt'RON. See Kattath KIT'TIM (an islander). Grandson of Noah . KNEAD'ING TROUGHS. Small wooden bowls; circular pieces of leather which can be drawn up into a bag; also translated "store." Used for making bread KNEE. This word not only signifies that part of the body so called, but the whole body. "To bow the knee" imports adoration; the "smiting of the knees" expresses terror. Used symbolically for persons Josh. 9,17; 15, 9; 18,14. I.Sam.7,1. I.Chr.13,5. II.Chr.1,4. Josh. 15, 15 16,49. Judg. 1,11. II.K.3,25. Isa. 15,1; 16 7,11. Jer.48 31. I.Chr.8.33; ? 36; 23,21,22; 24,29. Il.Chr 29,12. Esth 2,5. Josh. 19,20; 21,28. I.Chr 6,72. Judg. 4,13; 5,21. I.Chr. 6,72. Ps.83,9 Gen. 27, 26. I.Sam.10.1 II. Sam. 20,9 I.K.19,18. Ps.2,12. Prov.27,6. Cant. 1,2. Hos. 13, 2. Josh. 15, 40 Gen. 10, 4. Ex.8,3; 12,34 Deut, 28,5,17 Gen. 41,43. Judg. 7,5. I.K. 19,18. Job 4. 4. Ps. 109. 24. Dan. S, 6. Matt. 26. 49. Luke 7. 45; 22, 48. Rom. 16.16. I. Cor. 16,20. II. Cor. 13. 12. I.Thess.5,26 I. Pet. 5, 14. Matt. 27; 29. Mark IS, 19. Luke 5, 8. Eph. 3,14. Phil. 2, 10. Heb. 12. 12. i 67 INDEX. LAC O. T. N. T. KNIFE. A word used as a translation of several different Hebrew words, meaning cutting instruments of various kinds, Knives were not generally used in eating. KNOP (a chaplet). A round or oval shaped object used in ornamentation KNOWL'EDGE. The act or state of know ing; a clear perception of fact, truth, or duty; learning, instruction. Among its many applications it refers to the infinite understanding of God, to a spiritual percep- tion of Divine things, and to the gift of in terpreting dreams, etc KO'A (cutting off), the Tigris A people living east of KO'HATH (assembly). The second son of Levi; father of the Kohathites, one of the divisions of the Levites, who had the charge of bearing the Ark and the sacred vessels, in the wilderness KO'HATH-ITES. Descendants of Kohath KOL'A-I'AH (voice of Jehovah). (1) A Ben- jamite. (2) Father of the false prophet Ahab Matt. ±t,35. Rom. 3,20. I. Cor. 1,5. II. Cor. 6,6. Col. 1,9. I. Tim. 2,4. Heb. 10,26. KO'RAH (ice). (1) Son of Esau. (2) Grand son of Esau. (3) Son of Izhar; a Levite who was leader of the rebellion against Moses and Aaron, and was destroyed with many friends by the Lord. (4) "Son of Hebron," but whether a man or city is meant by "He- bron" is uncertain KO'HAH-TtES. Portion of the Kohathite Le- vites descended from Koran KO'RATH-ITES. See Korahites KO'RB (crier). (1) A Korahite. (2) Son of Imnah; a Levite KOR'HITES. See Korahites KOZ (a thorn). (1) Descendant of Judah. (2) Head of the seventh division of priests; also called Hakkoz Gen. 22,6. Judg.19,29. Prov. 23, 2. Ezek. 5, 1. Ex. 25,31. I K. 6,18. Gen. 2,9. Ex. 31,3. Num. 24,16. I. Sam. 2,3. Ps. 119,66. Prov. 1,7. Dan. 5,12. Ezek. 23.23 Gen. 46.11 Ex. 6,16,18, 20. Num. 3. 19,27;4,4-6, 34,37. Num. 26,57. Neh. 11.7. Jer. 29,21. Gen. 36,5,14, Jude. 11. 16, 18. Ex. 6, 18,21, 24. Num. 16, 6,19,24. Deut. 11,6. I. Chr. 2.43. Ps. 106,17. I. Chr. 9,19 31. Num. 26, 5J I. Chr. 9,19. II.Chr.31,14 Ex. 6,24. KU-SHA'IAH (bow of Jah). also called Kishl Father of Ethan; LA'A-DAN (meaning uncertain). (1) An Ephralmite, the son of Tahan. (2) Son of Gershon; also called Libni LATBAN (white). (1) Son of Bethuel, brother of Rebekah, and father of Leah and Rachel, Jacob's wives. He deceived Jacob by giv- ing him Leah as his wife instead of Rachel for whom he had served seven years. After seven more years service Laban gave him Rachel. (2) City in the desert of Arabia, on the route of the Israelites LATJOR. In Genesis, labor is set forth as part of the primeval curse; but it is not exclusively an evil, nor is its prosecution a dishonor In the early periods to which the Bible refers, labor of the hands was held In high esteem. Adam cared for the gar- den in which God placed him, Abel was a shepherd, Cain, a tiller of the soil, and iuoal-cain, a smith. Smelting and the working of metals were well known to the Hebrews It was a sign of a bad education it a father did not teach his son some handicraft ; I. Chr. 4,8; 24,10 Ezra 2,61. I. Chr. 6.4t 15,17. I. Chr. 7,26; 23,7,8,9; 26,21. A a CHI ,? H (invincible). A royal city of the Amorites, captured by Joshua and included in Judah. It was fortified by Rehoboam and was one of the strongest fortresses of the kingdom of Judah Gen. 24,29,50 27,43; 28,2,5 29,5,10,13, 14,15,16,19, 21,22,24,25, 26,29; 30,36, 42; 31,2,12, 20,24,34,36 55; 32,4. Deut. 1,1. Gen. 2.15; 3 19; 4,22. Ex. 35,31,35, Deut. 26,7. Neh. 5.13. Ps. 78,46; 128,2. Prov, 10,16;13,11; 14.23; 21.25. Eccl. 4,9; 5. 19. Isa.45, 14; 55,2.65. 23. Jer.3,24. Josh. 10,32; 15,39, II. K. 14,19; 18,14. II. Chr.11,9. Jer. 34,7. Matt9,38;20 1,2,8. Luke 10,2,7. John 4,38. I. Cor. 3,8, 15,58. Gal. 4,11. Eph.4, 28. Phil.1,22 I. Thes. 3, 5;5,12. I.Tim.5,8. II, Tim. 2,6 Jam. 5,4. INDEX. LAN LAD'DBR (staircase). The ladder from earth to heaven was seen by Jacob in a vision . . LA'DY. (1) A noble female. (2) Term ap- plied to Babylon as the mistress of the nations. (3) Honorable epithet of a Chris tian woman LA'EL (of God). Father of Eliasaph LA'HAD (oppression). Descendant of Judah. LA-HAI'ROI, THE WELL. The same as Beer-lahai-rol LAH'MAM (provisions). Town of Judah LAH'MI (warrior), by Elhanan .... Brother of Goliath; slain LA'ISH (a lion). (1) Place in Northern Pales- tine taken by the Danites and included in their territory; also called Leshem and Dan. (2) A native of Gallim. (3) A town near Jerusalem LAKE. The term occurs, regarding the Lake of Gennesaret (Sea of Galilee), and the "lake of fire." LA'MA SA-BACH'THA-NI (why hast thou left me). Spoken by Jesus on the cross . . LAMB. A sheep under a year old, used for all the principal sacrifices of ordinary oc- casions. Among its many figurative mean- ings it is compared to Christ who was typified by the lamb in the Passover, and became the sacrifice for sin; to Christians; to sinners; to a man's wife, etc LAMB OF GOD. A title of Jesus Christ LAME. One lame or enfeebled in the limbs. Lameness disqualified men for the priest- hood, or animals for being offered as sacri- fices LA'MECH (strong). (1) Son of Methusael, and 9f n A}^P father of Jabal, Jubal, Tubal-cain, and ,A'?n' ?i O.T. Gen. 28,12. Judg. 5,29. Esth. 1,18. Isa. 47, 5, 7. Num. 3,24. I. Chr. 4,2. Gen. 24, 62; 25,11. Josh. 15,40. II. Sam. 21, 19. I.Chr. 20,5. Josh.19,47. Iudg.18,7, 14,29. I.Sam 25,44. Isa. 10.30. N.T. Gen. 22,7. Ex. 12.3;29, 39. Lev. 9,3. Num. 6,14. 28,4. II. Sam. 12,3. Ps.49,14. Isa. 53. 7. Lev. 21.18. Deut. IS, 21 II. Sam.4,4. Prov. 26,7. II. John 1,1 Naamah. of Noah (2) Son of Methuselah, and father LAM'EN-TA'TIONS OF JER-E-MI'AH. Jeremiah, Lamentations of See LAMP. Lamps were made in various forms, and were of clay, terra cotta, bronze, etc.; were filled with olive-oil, pitch, tallow, or wax. The lamps of the Hebrews were kept burning all night; this was a sign of pros- perity. Figuratively likened to God; the Holy Ghost; the Word of God; a profession of religion, etc LAND. (1) The whole continent of the earth as distinguished from the sea. (2) A par- ticular country; especially parts fit to be plowed. (3) A certain possession. (4) In- habitants of a country LAND'MARK. A mark to designate the boundary of land; a stone, stake, or other monument. The Mosaic law prohibited the removal of landmarks. Among the Romans the removal was punished with death LAN'GUAGE. Adam gave names to all the cattle, fowls, and beasts. Until about one hundred years after the Deluge the "whole earth was of one language and one speech." When the tower of Babel was commenced the Lord "confounded the language" then used. Many languages were spoken in Jeru- salem at the time of the Crucifixion 28,30,31. I. Chr. 1,3. Gen. 15,17. Ex. 27,20. I. Sam. 3,3. 1 1. Sam. 22,29 Job 12.5. Ps. 119,105; 132,17. Prov. 13,9; 20,20. Isa. 62,1. Gen. 1,9;12 7; 13,7; 24, 37; 26,12. Ex. 23,10. I I. Sam. 19,29 Isa. 37,11. Deut. 19. 14 27,17. Job 24, 2. Prov. 22, 28; 23,10. Hos. 5, 10. Luke 5,1,2; 8,22. Rev. 20,10,14. Matt. 27,46. Mark 15,34, Luke, 10,3. John 21,15. Acts 8,32. I. Pet. 1,19. Rev. 5,6,12; 6,1; 7,9; 12, 11; 14,1,10; 15,3. John 1,29. Matt. 11.5. Luke 7,22; 14,13. Acts 3,2,11. Matt. 25,1,3, 4,7,8. Rev. 4, 5; 8,10. ■ Gen. 11,1,6 7. II. K. 18, 26,28. Neh. 13,24. Esth. 1, 22. Ps. 19 3. Isa. 19,18. Jer. 5, 15. Ezek. 3, 5. Matt. 9,26; 19,29; 23,15, Mark 6,47. Luke 21,23. Acts 4,37; 5,8; 7,4. Matt.26.73. Mark 16,17. Luke 23,38. John 19.20. Acts 2,6,7. 8,10,11 ;10. 46;19,6. I. Cor. 14,2-28. 68 INDEX. LAW LA-OD-I-CE'A. Important city of Western Phrygia on the borders of Lydia, where the Apostles established a Christian church which was wealthy and lukewarm LAP'I-DOTH (torches). Husband of Deborah LAP'WJNG. One of the unclean birds . . . LAS-CIV-I-OUS-NESS (that which excites dis gust). Unbridled lust, licentiousness, wan tonness. It includes everything to promote or fulfill fleshly lusts LA-SE'A (unknown derivation). City of Crete. LA-SHA'RON (plain of Sharon). Boundary town of Canaan; possibly same as Lasha... LAST DAY. See Judgment. LA'VER. A basin to contain the water used by the priests in their ablutions during their sacred ministrations. It stood within the Tabernacle, near the altar of burnt-offer- ings. The Temple of Solomon had ten brazen layers LAW. A rule of conduct enforced by an au- thority superior to that of the moral beings to whom it is given. "The law" is a term almost invariably equivalent to the law of Moses, given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai, and embodied in the books of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy; it signifies the whole body of the Mosaic legis- lation. It was a politico-religious institu- tion upon which the government of the Is- raelites was founded. The moral law, or ten commandments was proclaimed by God Himself from the midst of flames of fire. The law was publicly taught by priests and Levites, from city to city, in synagogues, and at some of the feasts. It was engraved upon monuments, written on door posts, and even children were familiar with its pre- cepts LAW, CER'E-MO'NI-AL. The ceremonial law- regulated the office and conduct of priests, Levites, Nethinims, and Nazarites; also circumcision, feasts, offerings, Tabernacle, Temple, and the utensils thereof, vows, purifications, etc. In respect of observance, this law was a heavy yoke, and partition wall; but in respect of the signification of its ceremonies, an obscure gospel O. T. Judg. 4, 4. Lev. 11, 19. Prov. 2, 17; 7, 7-27; 9,17 30, 20. Joel 3,3. Gen. 10, 19. Josh. 12, 18. Ex. 30, 18-20 28; 38, 8; 40, 7, 11. Lev. 8,11. U.K. 16,17. II. Chr. 4, 6. LAW— CON'TEMPT OP COURT. Any one not accepting the final decisions of the priests or judges was punished with death LAW— COR'RUPT COURT. The Scriptures frequently enjoined justice upon the judge: in their dealings with the people LAW'GIV-ER. One who prescribes laws God or Christ is a "Lawgiver"; Moses, and David and his successors in rule were called "lawgivers" LAW, JU-DI'CIAL. This law regulated the affairs of kings, judges, fields, marriages, punishments, etc. Some laws relative to redeemers, murderers, adultery, cities of refuge, malefactors, strangers, etc., were partly ceremonial and partly judicial LAWS OP CIR'CUIT COURTS. Something resembling our circuit court must have ex- isted as the Scriptures tell us that Sam- uel went in a circuit to Bethel, Gilgal, and Mizpeh, and judged Israel LAWS OP CIVIL COURTS. Laws pertain- ing to civic life and affairs were adminis- tered at the Tabernacle, or the gates of the city, by judges chosen by Moses from the able men of Israel. When cases were too hard for them to decide they referred them to Moses Ex. 13. 9-16. Lev. 10, 11. Deut. 4, 9; 6,4-9; 17, 18- 20; 27,2,3;31, 10-13; 33, 4. Josh. 8, 32; 22, S. ll.Chr. 17, 7-10. Ezra 7, 10. Neh. 8,2,7, 9. Ps. 19, 7; 78, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,7,8. Prov. 1, 8. Isa. 2,3; 8,16 20. Jer. 18. Hos. 4, 6. Hab, 1, 4. Mai. 4,4. Gen. 18, 10. Ex. 25; 26; 27; 28; 29; 30 36; 37. Lev. 2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 21; 27. Num. 6; 8; 9 15 Deut. 17, 8, 9 10, 11, 12, 13 Mic. 5. 1. Prov. 17, 5; 29, 26. Isa. 5,23; 10, 1,2 Gen. 49, 10. Deut. 33, 21. Ps. 60, 7. Isa. 33. 22. Ex. 21, 22. Lev. 18, 19, 20. Num. 35, Deut. 16,18; 17,14-20; 19 14;21.22;24 25. I. Sam. 7, 15 16, 17. Ex. 18. 21- 26. Num. 27 2. Deut. 1, 15,17; 17,8, 9, 10. 11, 12, 13; 21, 19. I. Chr. 26, 29. N. T. Col.2,l;4,13, 15,16. Rev, 1,11:3,14. Mark 7,22. II.Cor.12,21 Gal.5,19. Jude 4. Acts 27,8. Matt. 5,17, 18,19;11,13; 12,5;22,40. Mark 12,29- 33. Luke 16, 16,17;24,44. John 1,17, 45;7,19,23, 49;12,34. Acts 7,53;13, 15,39;15,5; 18,13, 26; 21 20;25,8. 28,23. Rom 2,17,18,25, 26,27: 3, 21;4,13,14, 15,16;5,13;7, 1;10,4. Gal. 3,19.Phil.3,5 Gal.5,1. Eph.2,14. Col.2,17. INDEX. LEM LAWS OP EC-CLE'SI-AS'TIC-AL COURTS. A combination of civil and canon law as administered in ecclesiastical courts LAWYERS. The Hebrew lawyers were ex- pounders of the law in the synagogues and schools. They did not plead in courts, and were entirely different from lawyers of the present time LAY'ING ON OP HANDS. An act symbol- izing dedication to a special purpose LAZ'A-RUS. (1) A man of Bethany, the brother of Martha and Mary. Jesus raised him from the dead. (2) The name given by Christ to a beggar, the subject of one of his parables. LEAD. Before the use of quicksilver, lead was used for purifying silver and separ- ating it from other mineral substances.... LE'AH (wearied). Laban's eldest daughter, whom he substituted instead of Rachael as a wife for Jacob LEAS'ING. Lies; falsehood. LEATH'ER. A girdle. LEAVEN. Sour dough used to raise the new dough with which it is mixed. The Jews were forbidden to use leaven or have it in their houses during the seven days of the Passover; therefore, this feast was sometimes called the "feast of unleavened bread." The word figuratively Ex. 12.15,19, 20, 34, 39; 13 3, 7; 34, 25. Lev. 2, 11; 6, 17; 10, 12; 23, 17. Hos. 7, "leaven" is often used 4. Amos 4,5, O. T. I. Chr. 26, 29,30,31,32. II. Chr. 19. 8-11. Lev. 1, 4. Num. 8, 10, 12. Ex. 15, 10. Num. 31, 2. Jer. 6, 29. Gen. 29, 16, 17,25,31.32. Ruth 4, 11. Ps. 4, 2. II. K. 1. 8. N.T. Matt.18,15, 16,17,18. John 20,23. Matt.22,35. Luke 7.30; 10.25;11.45, 46,52;14,3. Tit.3,13. Luke 16,20, 23,24,25. John 11,2.5, 11,14,43;12. 2 917. LEB'A-NON (exceeding white). A famous mountain in the south of Syria, and north of Canaan, consisting of two large moun- tains, Lebanon or Libanus called Western Mountain, and Anti-Libanus or Eastern Mountain. Its streams rendered the soil of the valley very productive; the mountains were noted for their forests of cedars. Leb- anon is used to symbolize all that Is strong, great, and beautiful LEB'A-OTH (lions). Town in Southern Ju- dah; probably the same as Beth-lebaoth. . . LEB-BE'US OR LEP.-BAE'US (courageous). Surname of the Apostle Judas or Jude LE-BO'NAH (frankincense). of Shiloh Landmark north LEEK. A bulbous vegetable like the onion. LEES. Dregs of wine. "Wine on the lees" means good wine. Used figuratively of those who through prosperity are fixed in , corrupt courses LEFT HAND (dark). Among the Hebrew uses, this term indicated "the north" LE'GION. A body of Roman soldiers origi nally composed of about 3,000 men, and subsequently of about twice that number. Figuratively used to express a great multi- tude LE'HA-BIM (fiery). Third son of Mizraim. Some think that Lehabim denotes the Lib- yans LE'HI (jawbone). Place in Judah where Samson conquered the Philistines with a jawbone LBM'U-EL (dedicated to God), ably refers to Solomon A king; prob- Deut. 3, 25. Judg. 3, 3. I. K. 7, 2. II. Chr. 2, 8. Ps. 72, 16; 92, 12. Cant. 4, IS. Ezek. 17, 3; 31, 3. Hab. 2, 17. Josh. 15, 32 19,6. Judg. 21,19. Num. 11, 5. Isa. 25, 6. Jer. 48. 11. Zeph. 1, 12. Gen. 14, 15. Job 23, S. Matt.3.4. Matt.13,33; 16,6,11,12. Mark 8,15. Luke 12,1; 13,21. I.Cor. 5.6.7,8. Gal.5,9. Matt.10.3. Gen. 10,13. I. Chr. 1,11. Judg. 15.9, 14.19. Prov. 31,1,4. Matt.26,53. Mark 5,9,15, Luke 8,30. 69 7/ INDEX. LIB LEN'TIL. A plant of the same family as the garden pea, but smaller. Red lentiles, from which a pottage is made, are still sold in Palestine LEOP'ARD. *A nocturnal, cat-like animal, dangerous to domestic animals and even to man. Figuratively likened to wicked men; to Nebuchadnezzar and his army; to God's patience in awaiting the manifestation of His judgments; and to the Grecian Empire. Hab. 1, 8 LEP'ER. A person afflicted with leprosy, a disgusting disease, still common in Egypt, Sj^ria and other Eastern countries. It was with this fearful disease that Job was af fllcted. Many cases are mentioned in the Bible LE'SHEM. See Laish. LET'TER. (1) Epistle sent from one person to another. (2) Learning, knowledge of the mysterious sense of God's Word. Figura- tively used of the outward ceremony of circumcision without inward grace; the out ward observance of the ceremonies of Mo ses; and the outward service of God LE-TU'SHIM (sharpened). Second son of Dedan; progenitor of an Arabian tribe LE-UM-MIM (peoples). Son of Dedan; found- er of another Arabian tribe LE'VI (joining). (1) Son of Jacob and Leah father of three sons, Gershon, Kohath and Merari, and one daughter, Jochebed. (2) Son of Alpheus, an apostle. (3) Son of Melchi. (4) Son of Simeon LE-VI'A-THAN. odile Probably refers to the croc LEV'I-RATE MAR'RI-AGE. The marriage of a childless widow to her husband's brother or nearest kiu, to continue the family of the deceased through the son of such a union LE'VITES. All the descendants of Levi. The term "Levites," is generally used to des- ignate descendants of Levi who were not priests. The Levites were employed in the lower services of the Tabernacle and Tem- ple, and as special servants of the Lord. Many cities were alloted to the Levites... LE-VIT'I-CUS. The third book of the Pen- tateuch, and of the Old Testament. In He- brew the book is named from the first words, "And he called." The present name refers to its contents as a book of Levitical or ceremonial regulations. The historical extent of Leviticus is very small, being only one month LEWD'NESS. Licentiousness; knavery, ras- cality LIB'A-NUS. See Lebanon LI-BA'TION. The liquor poured upon sacri- ficial victims by the priest. The quantity of wine for a libation was the fourth part of an hin LhVe'R-AL'T-TY. The quality or state of being generous. God giveth "liberally" with a willing and bountiful heart, and in a large abundance LIB'ER-TTNES. Freedmen LIB'ER-TY. (1) Perfect deliverance from all miseries. (2) Freedom to do as one pleases. (3) Freedom from ignorance and spiritual blindness. (4) Freedom from the curse of the moral law, arid the servitude of the ceremonial law. (.>) Freedom from slavery. O. T. Gen. 25, 34. II. Sam. 23,11. Ezek.4,9. Cant. 4,8. Isa.11,6. Jer. 5,6;13, 23. Dan. 7.6 Hos. 13, 7. N. T. INDEX. no Lev. 13;14,2 Num. 5,2. II. Sam. 3, 29. ILK. 5,1 1S.5. Il.Chr. 26,19,21,23. Josh.19,47 II Sam.ll, 14, II.K.5,5. Ezra 4,7. Neh,2.8. Esth.9,29. Isa.37,14. Jer.29.1. Gen.25,3. Gen.25,3. Gen.29,34; 46,11;49,5. Ex.6,16;32, 26-29. Zech 12,13. Job 41,1. Ps.74,14. Gen.38,8-10 11,14,26. Deut.25,5- 10. Ruth 2, 20;3,4. Ex. 6,25;38, 21. Lev.25, 32. Num. 1,47,50,51;8, 11,24,26;18, 6;35,2. Deut. 17,9. I.K. 3,4. Judg. 20,6. Lev.6,20;8, 25,26:9.4:16, 12,20-23,13. Deut.24,19. Ezra 1.2. Ps, 41,1. Prov. 11,25. Lev.25,10. Judg.17,6. Ps.119,45. Isa.61,1. Jer.34,8,15, 16,17. Rev.13.2. Matt.8.2;10. 8;11,5;26,6. Mark 1,40; 14,3. Luke 4,27;5,12; 17.12. John 7,15. Acts 23,25. Rom.2,27, 29;7,6.I.Cor. 16,3. H.Cor, 3.6;7,8;10.9. Mark 2,14. Luke 3,24, 29;5,27,29. Heb.7,9. Luke 10,32. John 1,19. Acts 4,36. K'eb.7,11. Rev.7,7. Acts 18.14. Matt.6,1,2,3; 19,21. II. Cor.9,7. Jam. 1,5. Acts 6,9. Rom. 8,21. I Cor.7, 38,39; 9;10,29. II. Cor. 3, 17. Gal. 5,1. Heb. 13, 23. I. Pet. 2, 16. LIB'NAH (whiteness). (1) Encampment of the Israelites in the desert; probably iden- tical with Laban. (2) Royal Canaanitish city taken by Joshua; afterwards a Leviti- cal city of Judah LIB'NI (white). (1) Eldest son of Gershon; progenitor of the Libnites; also called Laa- dan. (2) Grandson of Merari LIB'Y-A. Name applied to that portion of Northern Africa west of Egypt LICE. Third plague of Egypt, miraculously sent to induce Pharaoh to allow the Israel- ites to leave Egypt LIEU-TEN'ANTS. A general name for vice roys of Persian provinces? LIFE. (1) Physical or natural life. (2) Spiri- tual life. (3) Eternal holiness and happiness possessed by the saints in heaven. (4) The strengthening power of the spirit of Christ which supports believers under affliction. (5) His resurrection and intercession LIGHT. It is represented in the Scriptures as the immediate result of the Divine com maud. It became to the people the repre sentative of the highest human good; all the most joyous emotions of the mind and body, and the happy hours of domestic in tercourse were described in imagery derived from light. It also typified true religion and the happiness which it .imparts LIGHT'NING. The terrors of the Divine wrath and judgments are figuratively rep resented by "lightning." Satan falls as "lightning from heaven" when his power is suddenly ruined lTGN'AL-OES. A tree referred to by Ba- laam LIG'URE. A precious stone in the third row of the high-priest's breastplate LIK'HI (learned). A Manassite LIL'Y. In the Bible this name is probably given to any beautiful flower resembling the lily; and is compared to Christ, His church, and His people LIME. Lime as it is now prepared for plas- ter or cement was probably known to the ancients LINE. (1) Cord to measure or adjust things. (2) A portion measured by line. (3) Direc- tion or instruction given us by anything. (4) Doctrine of the word briefly delivered . . LIN'E : AGE. Family or race. LIN'EN. It was well known and much used in ancient times. Fine white linen was an emblem of innocence or moral purity, though it was also mentioned as a mark of luxury LIN'TEL. The top piece of a door frame, that which rests on the two side-posts. On the Passover night the Hebrews were com- manded to strike it with the blood of the sacrificial lamb LI'NUS. A Christian at Rome LI'ON. The most powerful, daring, and im- pressive of all carnivorous animals, very common in Syria in early times; an emblem of strength and valor. To which are com pr.rcd: God, His judgments, the tribe of Judah, the Devil, tyrants and violent oppres- 70 O. T. Num.33,20. Deut.1,1. Josh.10,29; 15,42;21,13. II.K.19,8. Num.3,21. I Chr,6,17,29; 23,7. Ezek.30,5; 38,5 Ex. 8,16,17, 18. Ps. 105.31. Ezra 8,36. Esth.3,12. Gen.l,20;2, 7;6,17. Lev. 17,11. Josh. 2,14. Job 3, 20;10,20. Ps.66,9; 133,3. Gen.1,3,14. II. Sam. 23, 4. I.K.11,36. Esth.8,16. Ps.4,6;27,l; 97,11;119,- 105. Isa.275; 10,17;58,8. Hos.6,5. Acts 2,10. N. T. Num.24.6. Ex.28.19; 39,12. I. Chr. 7, 19. I.IC 7, 26. Cant. 2, 1, 2, 16; 4,5; 5, 13: 7.2. Hos. 14,5. Deut. 27, 2. Isa. 33, 12. Amos. 2. 1. I.K. 7,15,23. II. K. 21. 13. Ps.l6.6;19,4 Isa. 28,10,13. Ex. 28, 42. Lev. 6, 10. I.Sam. 2, 18. Il.Chr. 5, 12. Jer. 13,1. Ex. 12, 7, 22, 23. I.K. 6,31. Amos. 9, 1. Zeph. 2, 14. Gen. 49, 9. Judg. 14, 8, 18. II. Sam. zs. Z0. I. K. 13,24-26. Ps. 91,13. Prov. John 1,4;3, 36;5,26;6, 63;11,25. Acts 2,28. Rom.5,10, 17,186,411. Cor.4,10. Matt.4,16;5, 14;6,22. Luke 2.32; 16,8. John 11,10. Acts 9,3;22.9. Rom.2,19. II.Cor.4.4. Eph.5.8. Col.1,12. Matt.24,27; 2,8.3. Luke 10,18;17,24, Rev.4,5;8,5; 16,18. Matt. 6, 28. Luke 12, 27. II.Cor.10,16, Luke 2, 4. Matt. 27, 59. Mark. 14, 51. Luke 16, 19. lohn 19, 40. Rev. 15, 6. II.Tim.4,21. II.Tim.4,17. Heb. U, 33. I. Pet. 5, 8. Rev. 4,7: 5,5: 9,8,n ; io,3l 13,2. INDEX. LOO sors, enemies and evils of all kinds, and pretended difficulties to divert one from his duty LIP. Often used figuratively in the Bible. To have the "lips covered" imports shame and grief; to "refrain the lips," to speak little; to "open the lips wide," to talk rashly; to "shoot out the lip" denotes scorn; "fruit of the lip," praise LIQ'UOR. (1) The juice of the olive and grapes. (2) Drink prepared by steeping grapes. (3) Highly flavored wine LIT'TER. people . . Oriental contrivance for carrying Isa. 66, 20. O. T. 22, 13; 28, 1 Isa. 11. 7; 21 8. Hos.S.14. Ex. 6. 12. Lev. 13, 45. Ps. 22. 7; 35. 21. Prov. 10, 19; 14, 23. Isa. 6, 5. Ezek. 24, 17. Ex. 22, 29. Num. 6,3. Cant. 7, 2. N. T. INDEX. LUH O. T. N. T. LIVING CREA'TTJRES. They are identical with the cherubim; sometimes translated "beasts" LIZ'ARD. Unclean by the Mosaic law. LOAF. A biscuit or oval cake, the usual form of bread among the Orientals LO'AM'MI (not my people). Symbolical name of a son of Hosea LOAN. The Mosaic law required the rich to relieve the poor by loans for which no In- terest could be taken. Every seven years there was a remission of debts. The laws did not extend to foreigners LOCK. Wooden or iron bolts or bars were the only locks known to the ancient He- brews. The key was a pin of wood or iron to hold the lock in place LO'CUST. An insect of the grasshopper kind, remarkable for its voracity and numbers; when mature it can fly to a considerable height. Locusts w T ere often instruments of Divine judgment. Figuratively used of the large number and destructive influence of the Assyrians in Israel and Judah LOD. See Lydda. Ezek. 1,5,13- 22; 10.15. 17. Lev. 11, 30. Ex. 29, 23. I. Chr. 16, 3. Hos. 1,9. Ex. 22, 25,26 Lev. 25. 35- 37. Deut. 15, 1-11; 23. 19 20; 24, 6, 17. Judg. 3, 23, 24. l.K.4.13. Neh. 3, 3. Cant. 5, 5. Ex.10 4,12, 13, 19. Lev. 11,22. Deut. 28-38,42. I. K.8,37. Isa. 33,4. Joel 1,4. Nah. 3,15. I. Chr. 8, 12 Matt. 15, 8. Mark 7. 6. Rom. 3, 13. I.Cor. 14,21. Heb. 13, 15. I. Pet. 3, 10. Rev.4,6.7, 9.- Matt. 14, 17. Mark 6, 44. Matt. 3, 4. Mark 1, 6. Rev. 9, 3, 7. LO'DE'BAR (no pasture). Town of Gilead, Il.Sam. 9, 5; east of the Jordan. w 4 LOG. Liquid measure; two thirds of an mi perial pint LOINS. The lower part of the back and the parts within represented the seat of strength. When working or traveling the Hebrews girded up their loose garments about the loins; hence "to gird up the loins" was used as a figure for vigorous effect LO'IS (agreeable). Grandmother of Timothy. w w \s LON-GEV'I-TY. See "Genealogy of the Pat- riarchs" after the Index LONG'SUF'FER-ING (slow to anger). God's patience in forbearing to execute deserved wrath upon men. The "long-suffering of saints" Is their patience in trouble LOOK'ING GLASS. Plate of highly polished metal; usually round and provided with a handle LOOK'ING ON THE BRIGHT SIDE. There are some natures so happily constituted that they can find good in everything. When they have burdens to bear, thy bear them cheerfully, not wasting their energies In useless lamentations. Although cheerful- ness is largely a matter of temperament it can be cultivated like any other habit; and 17. 27. Lev. 14. 10 12.15, 21, 24. Gen. 35, 11. Deut. 33, 11. I. K. 18, 46. Job 40, 16. Prov. 31, 17. Isa. 21, 3. Jer. 30, 6. Ex. 34, 6. Num. 14, 18. Ps. 86, 15. Jer. 15, 15. Ex. 38, 8. Job 37, 18. Isa. 3, 23. Prov. 15. 13 17, 1. Eccl. 11.9. Luke 12, 35. Acts 2, 30. Eph. 6, 14. Heb. 7, 5,10. I. Pet. 1. 13. II. Tim. 1,5 Rom. 2,4. II. Cor. 6, 6 Gal. 5, 22. Col. 3, 12. Mark 6. 50. John 16, 33. Acts 23. 11; 27, 22, 36. nothing is more necessary to a happy life. Troubles ar never made easier by a gloomy countenance. Look at the bright side; keep the sunshine of living faith in the heart. However weary you may be God's promises will never cease to shine, like stars at night, to cheer and strengthen. Cheerful- ness Is the best soil for the growth of hap- piness; it is the companion of charity; the nurse of patience; the mother of wisdom; and the best of moral and mental tonics... LORD. A word signifying ruler or gover- nor. It is used to denote the Godhead gen- erally, with personal reference to the Lord Jesus Christ. Also, as a title of respect to men LORD'S DAY. See Sabbath. LORD'S PRAYER. Common title of the only form of prayer which Christ taught His disciples Gen. 2, 4; 18,13; 24, 18; 40,1. Ex. 10, 16. Ps. 110, 1. LORD'S SUP'PER. This was instituted by Christ on the night preceding His crucifix ion. It is a memorial of Christ's atoning death, and a visible token of Christian fel lowship LO-RU'HA-MAH (not favored), name of the daughter of Hosea. Symbolic LOT. The casting of lots was very general among the ancients. The Israelites some- times had recourse to this custom to ascer- tain the Divine will. Among the many in- stances of its practice was the division of the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel LOT (a covering). Son of Haran, and nephew of Abraham. He had flocks and herds, and dwelt in Sodom. When that city was de- stroyed he and his family were saved by a messenger of the Lord; but his wife, look- ing back, was turned to a pillar of salt LO'TAN (covering). Eldest son of Seir, the Horite; prince of Idumaea LOTS, FEAST OF. See Purim LOVE. The perfect exercise of love includes our whole duty to God and our fellow crea- tures. The Son of God is the special ob- ject of Divine love. God's love for us is manifested in Jesus Christ who died to save the world; Christ's love, in His will- ingness to be sacrificed for sinners. The test of love is the surrender of personal ambition, and a complete abandonment of self in our devotion to another LU'BIM. Inhabitants of Libya; also called Libyans • LU'CAS. Companion of Paul; same as Luke, the beloved physician LU'CI-FER (light giver). Applied to the king of Babylon to denote his glory LU'CI-US (illuminative). A prophet and teacher at Antioch; a kinsman of Paul LU'CRE. Gain in money or goods; "filthy lucre" means- ill-gotten and base gain Hos. 1.6, 8. Lev. 16, 8. Num. 26, 55. Josh.15, 1. Judg. 1,1-3 I. Chr. 24, 5. Ps. 22, 18. Prov. 16. 33. Gen. 11,27, 31; 12, 4, 13,5,7,11; 14 12; 19, 1,10 15, 29. 36. Deut.2,9,19 Ps. 83. 8. Gen. 36, 20. I. Chr. 1.38. LUD. Fourth son of Shem; from whom the Lydians in Asia Minor derived their name.. LU'DIM. (1) Son of Mizraim. (2) Descen- dants of Ludim; warriors Ex. -20, 6. Lev. 19, 18, 34. Deut. 6, 5; 7, 7, 9, 13. Josh. 22, 5. Il.Sam. 1,26. Ps. 91, 14; 119,97. Prov. 8,17. Cant.4. 10; 8, 7. Isa. 63,9. II. Chr. 12,3. Jer. 46,9. ■ Isa. 14,12. I. Sam. 8,3. Matt. 24, 42 Luke 1, 16. 45; 2, 11. Col. 3, 24. I.Thess.3.12 Rev. 1, 10. Matt.6,9,13. Luke 11, 2-4. Matt. 26,19- 30. Mark 14, 16-26. Luke 22.13-20. I. Cor.ll ,23-26. Matt. 27. 35. Mark 15, 24. Luke 1, 9. Acts 1, 26; 8. 21; 13, 19. Luke 17, 28, 32. II. Pet. 2.7. LU'HITII (floored). Town of Moab between Ar and Zoar Gen. 10,22. Ezek. 27.10; 30,5. Gen. 10, 13. Jer. 46,9. Isa. 15.5. Jer. 48, 5. Matt. 19, 19. Mark 12. 30, Luke 6,32; 7, 47. John 15, 9; 16, 27. Rom. 5, 5; 8, 28. II.Cor.5, 14. Gal. 5,6. II. Thess. 3, 5. I.John 4, 12. II. John 6. Col. 4,14. Philem. 24. Acts 13.1. Rom. 16,21. I.Tim. 3,3. Tit. 1,7, U 73 INDEX. MAA O. T. LUKE. The evangelist was not of Jewish, but of Gentile descent, and was by profes- sion a physician. The date and place of his birth and death are not known. He was the trusted companion of Paul in his later journeys; author of the Gospel which bears his name and of the Acts of the Apostles. . . LUKE, THE GOS'PEL OF. It was written for the Gentiles and corresponds to the teaching of Paul. It carries the genealogy of Christ back to Adam, and exhibits Christ as the Healer of all diseases and Saviour of all men. As a narrative it is more com- plete than any of the other Gospels, and more firmly constructed LUKE'WAEM. Applied to persons, who re- main entirely unimpressed by the call from the Lord LUST. (1) Lust of the flesh; such as unclean desire of carnal pleasure, intemperate desire of liquor or food. (2) Lust of mind, such as pride, covetousness, unbelief, etc LUST, GRAVES OF. See Kibroth-hattaavah LUZ (almond tree). (1) A city of the Ca- naanites which was afterward called Beth- el. (2) A city of the Hittites LYC'A-O'NI-A (a wolf). A province of Asia Minor. Its principal cities were Iconium. Derbe, and Lystra N. T. Col.4,14. II.Tim. 4,11. Philem.24. Ezek. 16.30. H os. 6,4; 10,2. Ex. 15.9. Deut. 12,15. Ps. 78,18.30; 81,12. Prov. 6,25. Gen. 28,19. Josh. 16,2. Judg. 1,26. Matt. 26. 41 Rev. 2.4; 3,2 15,16. Rom. 1,27. Gal, 5,17. Eph. 2,3. J I. Pet. 4,2. II. Pet. 2,10. LY'CI-A (a wolf). Province of Asia Minor.. LYD'DA. Benjamite town in Ephriam; also called Lod. It is mentioned in the Apocry- phy LYD'I-A (its founder). (1) Woman of Thya- tira, convert of Paul at Philippi. (2) A province in the west of Asia Minor LY-SA'NI-AS (ending sorrow). Tetrarch of Abilene LYS'I-AS. Chief captain of the Roman troops in Jerusalem LYS'TRA. City of Lycaonia in Asia Minor to which Paul and Barnabas fled from per- secutions in Iconium I. Chr. 8,12 Ezra 2,33. Ezek. 30,5. M MA'A-CAH OR MA'A-CHAH (depression). (1) Offspring of Nahor. (2) Small kingdom east of Bashan; also called Maachathi. (3) Daughter of Talmai, wife of David, and mother of Absalom. (4) Father of Achish, king of Gath. (5) Mother of Abijam and grandmother of Asa. (6) Concubine of Ca- leb. (7) Granddaughter of Benjamin. (8) Wife of Jehiel. (9) Father of Hanan. (10) Father of Shephatiah MA'A-rJl'AH (ornament of Jehovah). A chief priest who returned from captivity MA-A'I (compassionate). Son of Asaph; a priest MA-AL'En-A-CRAB'BIM (ascent of scor- pions). Mountain at the southern end of the Salt Sea BIA'A-lt \T1I (desolation). Town of Judah. MA'A-SE'IAH (work of Jehovah). (1) Levite musician. (2) Son of Adaiah. (3) An officer of Uzziah. (4) Son of Ahaz. (5) Governor of Jerusalem. (6) Name of a number of priests after the Exile. (7) A returned ex- ile. (8) Father of Azariah. (9) One who 3a Gen. 22,24. Deut. 3,14. Josh. 13,13. II. Sam. 3, 3. I. K. 2.39. 15,2, 10,13. I. Chr. 2.48 7,16; 8,29-9 35; 11,43; 27,16. Neh.12,5. Neh. 12,36 Num. 34, 4 Josh. 15,3. I. Chr. 15, 18,20.II.Chr 23,1; 26.11; 28,7; 34,8; Ezra 10,18, 21,22,30. Acts 14,6,11a Acts 27,5. Acts 9,32, 35,38. Acts 16,14. 15,40. Luke 3,1. Acts 24.7,22 Acts 14,6,8, 21; 16.1. II. Tim. 3,11 INDEX. MAG sealed the Covenant. (10) Descendant of Pharez. (11) A Benjamite. (12) Father of a false prophet. (13) Grandfather of Ba- ruch. (14) An officer of the Temple MA-AS'I-AI (Jehovah's works). A priest, son of Adiel; same as Amashai MA'ATH (small). Ancestor of Jesus MA'AZ (anger). Son of Ram MA'A-ZI'AH (Jehovah's consolation). (1) A priest. (2) Priest who signed the Covenant MAC'CA-BEES, FAM'I-LY OF THE. Of this important family also known as Asmonae- ans or Hasmonaeans, was Judas surnamed Maccabaeus, son of Mattathias, who lead the revolt against persecutions of Antiochus Epiphanes. He defeated the Antiochan general, and the Jews returned to Jerusa- lem. At his death his brothers Jonathan and Simon continued the contest for inde- pendence O. T. Neh. 3,23. 10,25; 11,5,7. Jer. 29.21; 32,12;35,4; 51,59. I.Chr.9,12. Neh. 11. 13. I. Chr.2,27. I. Chr. 24,18 Neh. 10,8. I.Macc. 2,4: 3,1; 5,24,34. II.Macc.5,27 8.16; 10,19, 30; 11,7; 12, 19,26; 13,24 14,6; 27,30; 15,7.21. N.T. MAC'CA-BEES, BOOKS OF. Four apocry- phal books containing, principally, the ex- ploits referred to in the preceeding article. MAC'E-DO'NI-A. A country in Southeastern Europe, north of Greece Proper; the origi- nal kingdom of Philip and Alexander. The rise of the great Empire was described by Daniel under the emblem of the goat with one horn. Paul visited the country twice and founded churches at Thessalonica and Philippi MACHTlE-NAH (stump). Town of Judah founded by a person of the same name; pos- sibly same as Cabon MA'CHI (pining). Father of Geuel. MA'CHIR (sold). (1) Eldest son of Manas- seh; founder of the Machirites, who subju- gated Giiead. (2) Son of Ammiel of Lo-de- bar MACH-PE'LAH (double). Plot of ground containing the cave bought by Abraham for a family sepulcher. Here were buried Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Rebekah, Leah, and Jacob. See photograph, opp. page 17 MAD. Sometimes means insane, but gener- ally denotes uncontrollable excitement. Harmless madmen of the East are revered and allowed to do as they please; hence David was allowed to escape from Achish by pretended madness MAD'A-I (middle land). A son of Japhetb... MAD-MAN'NAH (dunghill). City of Simeon first assigned to Judah; perhaps the same as Beth-marcaboth MAD'MEN (dunghill). Place in Moab.... MAD-ME'NAH (dunghill). Town north of Je- rusalem MA'DON (strife). City of Northern Canaan captured by Joshua MAG'DA-LA (tower). Town of Galilee on Lake Gennesaret. See photograph, opp. page 676 MAD'DA-LE'NE (fem, adj. form of Magdala) A surname, indicative of the place of resi- dence, of one of the Marys of the New Tes- tament MAG'DI-EL (God is renown). A descendant of Esau Josh. 15,40. I. Chr.2,49. Num. 13.1S. Gen.50,23. Josh. 17, 1. II. Sam.9,4.S 17,27. Gen. 23, 9. 11,17,19; 25, 9; 49, 30,31; 50.13. Deut. 28, 34. I. Sam. 21, 13. II. K. 9, II. Ps. 102,8 Jer 50,38. Hos. 9, 7. Gen. 10, 2. Josh. 15, 31 19,5. I. Chr 2.49. Jer. 48. 2. Isa. 10, 31. Josh. 11. 1; 12,19. Gen. 36. 43. 1. Chr. 1,54. Luke 3,26. Acts 16,9; 18,5; 19,21. Rom. 15,26. II. Cor. 7,5; 8.1; 9,2.4; 11.9. I. Thess. 1. 7,8;4,10, Acts 7. 16. Luke 6, 11. John 10, 20. Acts 12, 15; 26,11,24,25. I.Cor. 14,23, li.Pet. 2, 16. Matt. 15. 39. Matt. 27, 61 Mark 16, 9. Luke 8, 2. John 19, 25. W INDEX. MAK O. T. MA'GI (sorcerer). Wise men of the East; three of whom came to worship Jesus at His birth MAG'IC. The art of influencing future events and changing their course by dark and se- cret means. Of the religion of the Egypt- ians, Chaldaeans, Persians, etc., magic formed an essential element MA-GI'CIAN. One who practices supersti- tious ceremonies to hurt or to benefit man- kind. The Hebrews were forbidden to con- sult magicians Ex. 7, 11,112 22; 8, 7. Lev 19. 31; 20, 6, I.Sam. 28, 3- 20. Gen. 41, 8. Ex. 7, 11. Dan. 1. 20; 2, 2, 10; S, 11 MAG'iS-TRATE. A word used to denote civil officers with legal authority, and to signify Roman colonial officers MAG'NIFa-CAL (to make great). Applied to Solomon's Temple MAG'NIF'I-CAT (doth magnify). The poem of the Virgin Mary MA'GOG (region of Gog). Son of Japheth; and the name of the tribes descended from him. "Gog and Magog" are symbolical of the enemies of God MA'GOR-MIS'SA-BIB (terror on every side). Symbolical name given to Pashur by Jere- miah MA-HA'LA-LE'EL (praise of God). (1) Son of Canaan; also called Malcleel. (2) A man of Judah t MA'HA-LATH (harp). (1) Wife of Esau; al- so called Bashemath. (2) Daughter of Jer imoth, a wife of King Rehoboam. Title of two of the Psalms. (3) MA'HA-NA'IM (two hosts). A place beyond the Jordan where Jacob, when returning from Padan-aram, saw the angels of God. It became a Levitical city of Gad; here Ish- bosheth reigned; and here David fled from Absalom MA-HAR'A-I (hasty). of David's captains. A Netophathite; one MA'HATH (censer). (1) A Kohathite, son of !. Chr.[6,25, Amasai; same as Ahimoth. (2) Kohathite 35. II. Chr. Levite in Hezekiah's time 29 12; 31, 13 N. T. Matt 2, 1,7, 16. INDEX. MAN Acts 13, 6, 8. Judg. 18, 7. Luke 12 11. Ezra 7 25 A « s 16. 20, 22,35,36,38. I. Chr. 22,5 Gen. 10, 2. l.'Chr. 1, 5. Ezek. 38, 2; 39,6. Jer. 20, 3. Gen. 5. 12- 17. I. Chr. 1, 2. Neh. 11.4. Gen. 28, 9; 36,3. Il.Chr 11. 18. Ps. S3; 88. Gen. 32, 2. Josh. 13, 26 30; 21, 38. II. Sam. 2, 8: 17. 24, 27. I. K. 4,14. II. Sam. 23, 28. I.Chr. 11,30. MA-HER-SHAL'AL-HASH'BAZ (hasting to the spoil). Symbolical name of Isaiah's son, indicating the sudden attack of the Assyr- ian army. It is the longest of any of the Scripture names MAH'LAH (disease). (1) Daughter of Zelo- phehad. (2) Female descendant of Manas- seh; also called Mahalah MAH'LI (sickly). (1) Levite, son of Merari; also called Mahali. (2) A Levite, son of Mushi ; nephew of No. 1 MAH'LON (sickly). A son of Elimelech and and Naomi MA'HOL (a dance). Father of four wise men next to Solomon in wisdom MAID. The rendering of several Hebrew and Greek words. (1) A young girl. (2) A vir- gin. (3) A maidservant MA-KAZ (end). A district in Dan. . MAK'ER. One who makes or produces any thing, especially the Creator Isa. 8, 1-4. Num. 26, 33. Josh. 17. 3. I. Chr. 7, 18. Ex. 6. 19. Num. 3, 20. I. Chr. 6, 47. Ruth 1. 2-5 4, 9, 10. I. K. 4. 31. II. K. 5, 2. Ps. 78, 63. Isa. 24, 2. I. K.4, 9. Job 4. 17. Hab. 2, 18. Luke 1, 46- 55. Rev. 20. 8. Luke 3, 37. Matt. 9, 24. Mark 14, 66, Luke 8, 54. Heb. 11. 10 MAK-HE'LOTH. Desert encampment of the Israelites MAK-KE'DAH (place of shepherds). One of the royal cities of the Canaanites. It was taken by Joshua, and was in the territory allotted to Judah MAL'A-CHI (messenger of Jehovah). The last of the prophets of the Old Testament probably a contemporary of Nehemiah, B C. 433 O. T. Num. 33, 25. Josh. 10, 10 16, 17, 21, 28,29; 12,16; 15, 41. Mai. 1, 1. N. T. MAL'A-CHI, THE BOOK OF. It contains a prophecy of the coming of the Messiah and the announcement that Elijah will return as his forerunner. It is called the "seal" because it is the last book of the Old Testament MAL'CHAM (thinking). (1) A son of Shaha- raim. (?) An idol of the Ammonites and Moabites MAL-CHI'AH (Jehovah's king). (1) Son of Ethni. (2) Two Jews who divorced strange wives. (3) Son of Harim. (4) Son of Re- chab. (5) Jew who helped repair the Je- rusalem wall. (6) Priest with Ezra when he read the law; he also signed the Cove- nant. (7) Father of Pashur; also called Melchlah and Malchijah. (8) Son of Ham- melech MAL'CHI'EL (God's king). Son of Beriah, son of Ashur; founder of Berzavith and the Malchielites MAL-CHI'JAH (Jehovah's king). (1) See Mal- chiah, No. 7. (2) Priest in charge of the fifth course. (3) Jew who divorced his wife. (4) See Malchiah No. 3. (5) See Malchiah, No. 6. (6) A priest MAL-CHI'RAM (king of exaltation). Jeconiah Son of MAL'CHI-SHL'A (king of help). Son of King Saul; killed in the battle of Gilboa MAL'CHTJS (reigning). Servant of Caiaphas whose ear Peter cut off when Jesus was ap- prehended MAL'E-FAC'TOR. By this term is not meant, strictly speaking thieves and rob- bers, but insurgents or rebels lAL'ICE. A settled and deliberate deter- mination to revenge or do hurt to another. It is the most uncompromising temper in the sight of God, and is strictly forbidden in His Holy Word MAL'LOWS (salted), cie of diet Plant used as an arti MAL'LUCH (ruler). (1) Merarite Levite. (2) Descendant of Bani. (3) Descendant of Harim. (4) Priest who signed the Coven ant. (5) A chief Israelite. (6) Family of returned exile priests MAM'MON. A word signifying riches; em- ployed by Christ to indicate worldly goods or the desire for them MAM'RE. (1) Grove and plain near Hebron where Abraham dwelt, and where he enter- tained the three angels. (2) Amorite chief in alliance with Abraham MAN. A word used in the declaration of God's purpose to create a human being. It is also frequently employed as the name of the first man (Adam), and is used to denote mankind in a general sense I. Chr. 8, 9. Zeph. 1, 5. I. Chr. 6,40. Ezra 10, 25. 31. Neh. 3. II. 14, 31; 8, 4; 10, 3; 11, 12. Jer. 21, 1; 38, 1, 6. Gen. 46, 17. Num. 26, 45. I. Chr. 7, 31. I. Chr. 9, 12 24,9. Ezra 10,25. Neh. 3, 11; 10, 3; 12, 42. I. Chr. 3.18 I. Chr. 8, 33: 9, 39; 10, 2. Lev. 19, 18. Job 31, 29. Ps. 10. 7. Prov. 17, 5. Zech. 8, 17. Job 30, 4. I. Chr. 6, 44. Ezra 10, 29. Neh. 10, 4,' 27; 12, 2. Gen. 13,18 14, 13. 24; 18 1-13; 23, 17, 19; 35,27. Gen. 1,26, 27; 2, 18, 25. Judg. 4, 22. I.Chr. 29, 1 II. Chr. 14, 11. Jer. 5,1 Luke 22, 50, 51. John 18 10. Luke 23. 32, 33, 39. John 18, 30. I. Cor. 5, 8. Eph. 4,31. Col. 3, 8. Tit. 3,3. I. Pet. 2, 1. Matt. 6, 24. Luke 16, 9, 11, 13. Matt. 16. 24. John 12, 47. Rom. 2,1, 10,21. I.Cor. 2, 14; 10, 13. Jam. 1, 8. K2 is- INDEX. MAR O. T. MAN'A-EN (consoler). Antioch Christian teacher at MAN'A-HATH (rest). (1) A descendant of Seir, the Horite. (2) A city in Benjamin MA-NAS'SEH (who makes forget). Elder of Joseph's two sons born in Egypt, whom Jacob adopted — by which act each became the head of a tribe in Israel. (2) Father of Gershom. (3) Fourteenth king of Judah, son and successor of Hezekiah who began to reign at the age of twelve and reigned fifty-five years: he re-established idolatry: but reformed and corrected the error of his early reign. (3) Two Jews who put away their Gentile wives MA-XAS'SEH. TRIBE OF. Descendants of Manasseh, whose territory was divided unto two portions in the Promised Land, one lying east of the Jordan, and the other west of it. The latter is often joined with the territory of Ephraim in Bible references. According to Jacob's prophecy this tribe was less than that of the younger brother Ephraim MAN'DRAKE. Plant with a root like a beet and sweet fruit the size of a large plum, which when eaten is still believed, in the East, to insure conception Gen. 36,23. 1. Chr.1,40; 8,6. Gen. 41,51; 46.20; 48,5,20 Num.26,34. Josh. 14,4; 17,l.Judg. 18.30. U.K. 21.1-9,11,15. 16,17.18; 23, 12; 24,3. II. Chr.33,1-10. 11-18. Ezra 10.30,33. Num,l,35; 2,20; 13.11; 32,33; 34.14. Josh.12.6; 13,7,29; 17.1; 20.8; 22,10. I. Chr. 5,18; 6,70; 12,31 26,32. Gen. 30,14, 15,16. Cam. 7,13. MA'NEH. A Hebrew weight of about one Ezek. 45,12. hundred shekels, equal to three pounds ... MAN'GER. Crib or feeding-trough, in which the infant Saviour was laid MAN'NA (what?). Miraculous food God gave the Israelites upon which they fed forty years, during their wanderings. Every sixth day there was a double portion to last through the Sabbath when none fell. "Hidden manna" figuratively describes Chiist's support of true believers, of which the world cannot partake MA-NO'AH (rest). An Israelite of the tribe of Dan. He was the father of Samson . . . MAN'SLAYER. One guilty of homicide, hav- ing accidentally slain another. See Cities of Refuge MAN, SON OF. Title of Christ : MAN'TLE. The translation of four Hebrew words: (1) Coarse cloth for making beds in tents. (2) Garment like the official priestly robe. (3) The principal garment of the prophet Elijah. (4) An article of female apparel : MAN'U-SCRIPTS, BIB'LI-CAL. These are either Hebrew or Greek. Jewish MSS. are divided into synagogue rolls or sacred copies; and the private or common copies. Great beauty of penmanship was exhibited in these synagogue copies which are far more esteemed than the private MSS. The oldest known Hebrew MS. belongs to A. D. 1106. Private MSS. are much more recent. The Greek manuscripts that have descended to us are either on vellum or paper. The whole New Testament is contained in a very few MSS. Transcribers usually divide it into three parts; the first containing the four Gospels; the second, the Acts of the Apostles and the Epistles; and the third the Apocalypse of St. John Ex. 16.15-31 33,35. Num. 11.6.7,9. Deut.8,3.16. Josh. 5,12. Neh. 9,20. Ps. 78,24,25. Judg. 13.8.9, 11.16,19.20,; 21; 16,31. Num. 35,6, 11.12, 15.24, 25,26,27,28. Dan. 7,13. Judg. 4,18. I, Sam. 15,2' I.K.19,13,19 II. K. 2,8,13 14. Isa.3,22 N. T. Acts 13,1. Matt. 1.10. Rev. 7,6. Rev. 7,6. Luke 2,7,12, 16. Rev. 2,17. I. Tim. 1,9. Matt. 8,20. MA'OCH (poor). Father of Achish, king of Gath MA'ON. A city of Judah which gave name to the wilderness where David hid from Saul; and around which Nabal had great possessions. (2) Son of Shammai MA'RA (bitter). Symbolical name of Naomi. I. Sam. 27.2. Josh. 15. 55. I.Sam 23,24, 25; 25,2. I. Chr. 2,45 Ruth 1,20. INDEX. MAR MA'RAH (bitterness). First station of the Israelites after leaving Egypt, where Moses sweetened the bitter waters MAR'AN-ATH'A (our Lord cometh). Greatest of all Anathemas among the Jews O. T. Ex. 15,23. Num. 33,8,9. N. T. I. Cor. 16,22. MAR-CHESH'VAN. Eighth month of the I. K. 6,38. sacred year and the second of the civil year of the Jews. Usually spoken of in the Old Testament by its numerical designation; also called Bui MAR'CUS. See Mark MA-RE'SHAH (summit). (1) Progenitor of the inhabitants of Hebron. (2) Son of Laadah; perhaps identical with No. 1. (3) A town in the tribe of Judah, rebuilt and fortified by Rehoboam I. Chr. 2,42; 4,21. II. Chr. 11,8; 14, 9-13 MARK, or JOHN MARK. An assistant of Paul, of Jewish descent, and one of the converts from Judaism; he was a cousin of Barnabas and was closely connected with Peter. Ancient writers call him the "in- terpreter of Peter;" and his gospel, the "Gospel of Peter." Also called Marcus ... MARK, GOS'PEL OF. There is something in its general character, and in its details, which seems to show that it in some man- ner came from the lips of Peter. It de- scribes the power of Christ's ministry and the impression it produced on the people with striking rapidity and energy, and with many pictorial details which have been traced to the preaching of Peter MAR'KET. The market-place in Hebrew cities was just within the gate and was the principal place for trade. Laborers also came to it to find employment MAR'RIAGE. Marriage was instituted in Paradise. Polygamy was introduced by Lamech who "took unto him two wives." The intermarriage of the Jews with foreign wives was the next incident in the history of marriage. They indulged in unrestrained polygamy. There is no record of this cus- tom after the Captivity. In the time of Christ weddings were celebrated with great feasting and rejoicing. "When the marriage feast was to take place the bridegroom went to the house of the bride with friends called "children of the bridechamber." The procession then accompanied the bride to the home of the bridegroom MAR'SE-NA (worthy). Governor of Xerxes.. MARS' HILL. See Areopagus MAR'THA. The sister of Lazarus and Mary. She and Mary were devoted friends and dis- ciples of Christ. Martha represents the practical life, and Mary was contemplative. MAR'TYR (a witness). One who by his death bears witness to the truth; one suffering death in the Christian cause MAR'YELS or WON'DERS. (1) Strange and astonishing things. (2) Tokens or signs . . . MA'RY (rebellion). (1) Mary, the mother of Jesus. Wife of Joseph, and cousin of Elisa- beth, the mother of John the Baptist. As the mother of our Lord she will always be "blessed among women." (2) The sister of our Lord's mother, and the wife of Cleophas. (3) Mother of John surnamed Mark; a pious woman living in Jerusalem. (4) The sister of Lazarus and Martha, and a devoted disciple and friend of Jesus. (5) Mary Magdalene, a woman of Magdala in Galilee; of good character, and prominent among those who ministered to Christ and His disciples '. Ezek. 27,13, 19,25. Gen.2,18-24, 4,19; 19,14; 24,3;34,9; 39, 7. Ex.21, 3,£ Lev. 22.12. Num. 12,1; 36.3.6,11. Deut. 7.3;25 5. Josh. 23 12, I.Chr.2, 21. II. Chr 13.21. Neh. 13,23,27. Ps. 78.63. Isa. 62,5. Esth. 1,14. Col. 4,10. Acts 12,12, 25; 13,5,13; 15,37,39. Col.4,10,11. Philem. 24. I. Pet. 5,13. Ps. 105, 27; 107.24. Isa. 20,3. Matt. 20,3. Mark 7,4. Luke 7,32. John 5.2. Acts 16,19. Matt. 5,32;19 9;22,2,4.9,30; 24,38;2S,10. Mark 6,17; 10,12. Luke 17,27;20,34, 35. John 2,1, 2. Rom.7,3,4 I.Cor.7,9.28 36,38. I.Tim, 4,3;5,11.14. Heb. 13,4. Rev. 19,7,9 Acts 17.22. Luke 10.38, 40,41. John 11.1,5,30; 12,2. Acts 22,20. Rev. 2,13. 17,6. Matt. 1,16, 18,20;2,11; 13,55;27,56, 61;28,1. Mark6,3;15, 40,47;16.1.9. Lukel ,27.30, 41,56; 2,5,16, 19; 10,39,42; 24,10, John U,1.2,20,28; 12, 3; 19,25; 20,1.U,16,18 Acts 1,14;12, 12. Rom.16,6 74 ! INDEX. MAT MAS'CHIL. Title of several Psalms, prob ably implying a poem or song enforcing in telligence, wisdom, and piety MASH (meaning unknown). Fourth son of Aram; erroneously called Meshech MA'SON. The Hebrews probably brought much of their knowledge of masonry from the Egyptians. Phoenicians were employed as masons by Solomon MAS-RB'KAH (vineyard). City of Idumaea, the native place of Samlah, a king of Bdom. MAS'SA (burden). Son of Ishmael; founder of a tribe of the same name MAS'SAH (temptation). A place where the Israelites murmured against Moses for want of water; also called Meribah MAS'TER. In general, one who rules or teaches. It is a title applied as follows: To Christ; to preachers who explain God's oracles; to such as more privately teach scholars or disciples; to such as have and rule over servants; to such as affect vain applause and superiority over others; to such as judge, condemn, censure, and re- prove others MA'TRED (propelling). Daughter of Me- zahab, and mother of Mehetabel MA'TRI (rain of Jehovah). A Benjamite MAT'TAN (a gift). (1) Priest of Baal slain by Jeholada. (2) Father of Shephatiah MAT'TA-NAH (a gift). Fifty-third encamp- ment of the Israelites MAT'TA-NI'AH (gift of Jah). (1) Original name of Zedekiah, king of Judah. (2) Son of Heman. (3) A Levite of the sons of Asaph. (4) A Levite who assisted in puri- fying the Temple. (5) Four Israelites who divorced their Gentile wives. (6) Father of Zaccur MAT'TA-THA David (gift of Jah). Grandson of MAT'TA-THAH (gift of Jah). Son of Hashum MAT-TA-THI'AS. (1) Two ancestors of Christ. (2) The head of the family of the Macca- bees MAT'TE-NA'I (liberal). (1) Two Israelites who put away their foreign wives. (2) A priest in the time of Joiakim MAT'THAN. Ancestor of Jesus MAT'THAT (gift of God). Two ancestors of Joseph, the husband of Mary MAT'THEW (gift of God). One of the Apos- tles, son of Alphaeus, of Jewish birth; he was an inferior collector of customs at Ca pernaum, on the Sea of Galilee, and be longed to the lower class of people; also called Levi MAT'THEW, THE GOS'PEL OF. Matthew wrote first a gospel in Hebrew for Jewish readers, which was lost. The Greek Gospel of Matthew, occupying the first place in the New Testament Canon, is not a translation, but an original work on a larger scale. It gives the fullest record of the sayings of Jesus. The style is simple, dignified, and majestic MAT-THI'AS (gift of Jehovah). Chosen as an apostle in the place of Judas , O. T. Ps. 32;42;44; 45;S2;53;54; 5S;74;78. Gen. 10,23. i. Chr. 1,17. II.Sam.5,11. II.K.12,12. I. Chr.22,2. II.Chr.24,12, Gen. 36,36. l.Chr. 1,47. Gen. 25,14. 1. Chr. 1.30. Ex. 17,7. Deut. 6,16:9, 22; 33,8. Gen. 39,20 Ex. 21,8. Judg.19.22 23. I. Sam. 25,14.1I.Sam 2,7. I. K. 22.7 Eccl.12,11 Isa. 24,2. Mal.l,6;2,12. Gen. 36,39. 1. Chr. 1,50 I. Sam. 10,21 II. K.11,18. Jer. 38.1. N um.21.18, 19. II.K.24,17. I.Chr.25,4, 16. Il.'Chr. 20.14; 29,13. Ezra 10,26. 27,30.37. Neh. 13,13. Ezra 10,33. I. Mace. 2, 14,16,17.19 24,27,39; 11,70. Ezra 10,33,37 Neh. 12,19. N. T. INDEX. MEG Matt. 8,19: 9,11; 10,25; 12,38; 15,27: 23,8,10. Luke,6,40. John 3,10; 11,28;13,13. Eph. 6,5. Col. 4,1. Luke 3,31. Luke 3,25,26 Matt. 1,15. Luke.3,24,29 Matt.9,9;10, 3. Mark 2, 14;3,18. Luke 5,27;6 15. Actsl,13 Acts 1, 23, 26. MAT'TI-THI'AH (gift of Jah). (1) Levite In charge of the baked offerings. (2) Chief of a division of musicians. (3) Jew who di- vorced his Gentile wife. (4) A prince with Ezra when he read the law MAUL (a breaker). Hammer used by copper- smiths MAZ'ZA-ROTH. The twelve signs of the Zodiac MEAD'OW. Reed or rush; an open plain, or a treeless portion of the country ME'AH (a hundred). Tower on the eastern wall of Jerusalem MEAL. The fatness of wheat and barley; the finest portion of flour. The term is used in several figures: the grinding of meal was a sign of servitude '. O. T. I. Chr. 9, 31; 15, 18, 21; 16. 5; 25, 3, 21. Ezra 10, 43. Neh. 8.4 Pro v. 25,18. Job 38, 32. Gen. 41, 2. 18. Judg. 20,33. Neh. 3, 1; 12 39. Gen. 18, 6. Num. 5, 15. I. K. 4, 22. Isa. 47, 2. Hos. 8, 7. MEAS'URE. Dry: bushel, cab, cor, ephah, half-homer, homer, omer, seah, tenth deal. Liquid: bath, firkin, hin, log. Linear: fin- ger, handbreadth, span, cubit, reed, fathom, pace, furlong, mile, Sabbath day*s journey. See subjects under different heads MEAT. This word is not used in the Bible in the sense of meat, but is applied to pro- visions of any sort. Figuratively compared to Christ, His work, the truths of God, ceremonial ordinances, etc ME'DAD (love). An elder prophesied in the camp . . . in Israel who ME'DAN (contention). Keturah A son of Abraham by MED'E-BA (waters of quiet). A city of Moab east of the Jordan, allotted to Reu- ben MEDES. The inhabitants of Media ME'DI-A (middle land). One of the most fruitful and populous countries of Asia, bounded on the north by the Caspian Sea, on the east by Parthia, on the south by Persia, and on the west by Assyria. Under. Darius it was united to Persia and shared the destinies of that empire V ME'DI-AN. Appellation of Darius ME'DI-A-TOR. One who interposes between persons who are at variance, for the pur- pose of reconciling them. Applied to Christ, the only mediator between God and man MED'I-CINE. See Physician MED'I-TA'TION. An act by which we con- sider anything closely, or wherein the soul is employed in the search or consideration of truth. It is a duty which should be de- liberate, close, and perpetual MEEK'NESS (gentleness). A state of mind not easily provoked to resentment. It sub- dues the impetuous disposition, and teaches it submission and forgiveness. It enables us to gain a victory over corrupt nature; and is a beauty and ornament to human beings ME-GID'DO (place of troops). Royal city of the Canaanites conquered by Joshua; after- wards a city of Manasseh within the bor- ders of Issachar. On account of Josiah's death near here, it became proverbial to compare any great mourning to it; also called Megiddon N.T. Matt. 13, 33. Luke 13, 21 Lev. 19, 35, Matt. 7, 2; 36. Deut. 25, 13, 33. Mark 13, 14, 15, 16 l.Chr. 23,29. Prov. 20, 10. Mic. 6, 10, 11. Gen. 1, 29. Lev. 11, 34. l.K. 10, 5. Ezra 3, 7. Joel 1,16. Num. 11, 26, 27. Gen. 25, 2. 1. Chr. 1,32 Num. 21, 30 Josh. 13, 9, 16. l.Chr. 19,7. Isa. 13, 17. II. K. 17, 6. Ezra 6, 2. Est. 1, 3, 14 18,10,2. Isa. 21, 2. Dan. 5,28; 6, 8; 8, 20; 9, 1; 11, 1. Dan. 9, 1. 4, 24. Luke 6, 38; 13, 21; 16, 6. Rev. 6. 6; 21, 15 Matt, 3, 4. John 4, 32, 34; 6, 55. Heb. 5, 12, 14; 13. 9. Ezek. 47, 12. Gen. 24, 63. Josh. 1, 8. Ps. 1,2; 19, 14; 63, 6- y 77, 12; 104,34; 119,15; 143,5. Num. 12, 3. Ps. 22, 26; 25 9; 37, 11; 76 9; 149,4. Isa. 11, 4. Amos 2,7. Zeph. 2,3. Judg. 1,27; 5,19. I.K. 4, 12; 9, 15. I.K. 9,27; 23, 29, 30. II. Chr. 35, 22. Zech. 12 11. Gal. 3, 19,20 I. Tim 2, 5. Heb. 8, 6; 9, IS; 12, 24 Luke 21, 14. I. Tim. 4,15. Matt. 11, 29. I.Cor. 4,21. II. Cor. 10,1 Gal. 5, 23. I. Tim. 6, 11. Jam. 1,21. I. Pet. 3. 4 75 11 INDEX. MEN ME-HET'A-BEEL. Father of Delaiah ME-HET'A-BEL (bettered of God). Wife of Hadar, the king of Edom ME-HJ'DA (joining). Founder of a family of Nethinim ME'HIR (price). Son of Chelub, of Judah . . . ME-HU'JA-EL (smitterf of God). Son of Irad ME-HU'MAN (faithful). Eunuch of Ahasuerus ME-HU'NIMS, THE. A people against whom Uzziah was successful in war; probably some of their descendants returned from exile HE-JAU'KON (waters of yellowishness) Town of Dan , MEK'O-NAH (a base). A city of Judah MEL'CHI (my king). Two ancestors of Jo seph, the husband of Mary MEL-CHIZ'E-DEK (king of righteousness) King of Salem. A type of the regal priest- hood and Christ ME'LE-A. In the genealogy of Christ ME'LECH (king). Second son of Micah, a descendant of Saul MEI/I-TA. Island in the Mediterranean, now called Malta, on whose coast Paul was shipwrecked MEL'ZAR. Title of an officer in the court of Babylon; corresponds to "steward" MEM'BER. (1) Any part of the body. (2) The faculties of the soul together with the parts of the body. Christ and his people being considered as "a body," the saints are His "members" and "members of one another." ME-MO'RI-AL (name, report). That which tends to bring a person or thing to remem- brance. God's name, Jehovah; the soul ran- som money; the frankincense set on the shew-bread; the Passover; the stones of the high-priest's breastplate and shoulder- piece; — all were called memorials O. T. Neh. 6, 10. Gen. 36. 39. I. Chr. 1. 50. Ezra 2. 52. Neh. 7. 54. I. Chr. 4, 11. Gen. 4, 18. Est. 1, 10. II. Chr. 26, 7 Ezra 2, 50. Neh. 7,52. Josh. 19. 46 Neh. 11 28. Gen.14,18,20 Ps. 110, 4, I.Chr.8, 35; 9,41. N. T. MEM'PHIS. A celebrated city, the capital of ancient Egypt, upon whose ruins Cairo was built; founded by Menes, first king of Egypt; also called Noph. See photograph opp. page 114 ME-MU'CAN. One of the seven royal coun- selors at the court of Ahasuerus MEN'A-HEM (consoler). An Israelite who re- belled against Shallum, king of Israel, killed him, and reigned in his stead ME'NAN. An ancestor of Christ ME'NE. ME'NE, TE'KEL, U-PHAR-SIN". A Chaldee sentence miraculously traced on the wall at the impious feast of Belshazzar, signifying his impending doom. Mene means "he is numbered;" Tekel, "he is weighed;" Upharsin, "he was divided" ME-NEP'TAH. Modern scholars agree that Meneptah, the son and successor of Rameses II, was the Pharaoh of the Exodus MEN-STEAL'ER. One who kidnaps and sells a free person, or the slaves of others Dan. 1, 11, 16. Deut. 23, 1. Job 17. 7. Ps. 139, 16. Ex. 3, 15; 12. 14; 28,12,29; 30, 16. Lev. 24, 7. Num. " 15. Josh. 4, 7. Hos. 12, 5. Isa. 19, 13. Jer. 2, 16; 46 14, 19, Ezek. 30, 16. Hos, 9,6. Luke 3.24,28 Heb. 5,6,10 6, 20; 7, 10, 11, IS, 17, Luke 3, 31. Acts. 281. Rom. 6. 13. 19; I. Cor. 6, 15; 12, 12, 18,20,22,25, 26,27. Eph. 4, 25; 5, 30. Matt. 26, 13 Mark 14, 9. Luke 22, 19. Acts 10. 4. I. Cor. 11,24- 26. Est. 1, 14, 16 21. U.K. 15, 14 16. 17, 19, 20 21,22,23. Dan. 5,25,26 Ex. 14, 3, 4. 5, 8, 10. Ex. 21, 16. Deut. 24, 7. Luke 3, 31.; I. Tim. 1,10. INDEX. MER ME-ON'O-THAI (my dwellings). A man of Judah MEPH'A-ATH (lofty place). Levitical city of Reuben; afterward in the possession of Moab ME-PHIB'O-SHBTH (extermination of idols). (1) A son of Jonathan and grandson of Saul, whom David befriended; also called Merib- baal. (2) Son of King Saul whom David de- livered to the Gibeonites to be slain ME'RAB (increase). Eldest daughter of King Saul; betrothed to David, but married to Adriel MER'A-1'AH (revelation of Jah). A priest . ME-RA'IOTH (revelations). (1) A priest of the race of Aaron. (2) A chief priest in the time of the high-priest Joiakim MER'A-RI (bitter). Youngest son of Levi, born in Canaan. Founder of the Merarites. MER'A-RITES (bitter). Descendants of Mer- arl, making one of the three Levitical fam ilies. Subdivided into the Mahlites and Mushites MER'A-THA'IM (double d rebellion), bolical name of Babylon Sym MER'CHANTS. Thoy carried on their busl ness in ancient times principally by cara vans or traveling companies which had their regular seasons and routes. Joseph was sold to the merchants of an Egyptian cara- van. There was also considerable trade by water MER-CU'RI-US. Mercury, Greeks and Romans god of the MER'CY (compassion). (1) Affectionate pity to such as are in misery and distress, and readiness to do them good. (2) Kind acts proceeding from inward compassion, and de- sire to relieve such as are in misery and want MER'CY-SEAT. The lid or covering of the Ark of the Covenant. It was of pure gold with cherubim on the ends. On the Day of Atonement the high-priest entered the Holy Place and sprinkled the lid of the Ark with the blood of a sin-offering as a propitiation. God was believed to be pres- ent in a peculiar manner in the Mercy- Seat, to make known His will and to hear and answer prayer ME'RED (rebellion). Son of Ezra of Judah. . MER'E-MOTH (heights). Priest in charge of the gold and silver vessels brought to Je rusalem. (2) Jew who divorced his Gen- tile wife. (3) Priest who sealed the Cove nant O. T. I. Chr. 4, 14 Josh. 13, 18 21. 37. Jer. 48,21. II. Sam. 4, 4 9, 10, 11, 12 16, 4; 19, 25; 21, 7, 8, 9. I. Chr. 8, 34; 9,40. I.Sam. 14.49 18,17,18,19. Neh. 12, 12. I. Chr. 6,6,7, 52. Ezra 7,3, Neh. 12, 15. Gen. 46, U. Ex. 6, 16. Num. 3, 20. 33; 26, 57. Josh. 21,34, 40. I.Chr. 6, 63. Jer. 50, 21. Gen. 37, 28. I. K.10, 15. II. Chr. 9,14 Prov. 31, 14. Isa. 23, 2; 47 15. Ezek. 17, 4. Gen. 39,21. Num. 14,18, Ps. 23,6. Prov. 14,21. Dan. 9,4. Mlc. 6,8. Ex. 25,17,20. 22; 26.34; 30, 6; 31,7; 37,6; 40,20. Lev. 16,2,13,14,15 Num. 7,89. II.K.19,15. I. Chr. 13,6: 28,11. Ps.80 1;90,1. Isa 37,16. I.Chr.4,17. N.T. Matt. 13,45 Rev. 18, 3, 11,23. Acts 14, 11, 12. Matt. 5,7; 23 23. Rom. 9. 16; 12, 8. II. Tim. 1, 18. Jam. 2, 13. Jude. 2. Heb. 9, 5. ME'RES Persia (worthy). Prince of Media and MER'I-BAH (strife). Fountain in the Des- ert of Sin which came from the rock that Moses smote by Divine command; also call- ed Massah. (2) Another fountain produced in the same manner in the desert of Zin; almost always called "waters of Meribah". MER'IB-BA'AL. See Mephibosheth, No. 1.. ME-RO'DACH idol (slaughter). A Babylonian Ezra 8,33; 10, 36. Neh. 3,4, 21; 10, 5; 12,3. Esth. 1, 14. Ex. 17, 7. Num. 20, 13 24; 27. 14. Deut. 32. 51 33,8. Ps. 81,7. I. Chr. 8, 34. Jer. 50, 2. 7B INDEX. MET ME-RO'DACH-BAL'A-DAN. (Merodach has given a son). Babylonian king who sent ambassadors to King Hezekiah; also called Berodach-baladan ME'ROM (height). Highest lake of the Jor- dan, north of the Sea of Galilee ME'ROZ (refuge). A place in Northern Pal- estine, whose inhabitants were cursed be- cause they did not aid Barak against Sis- era ME'SHA (middle district). (1) Place in Ara bla inhabited by the Joktanites. (2) King of Moab; tributary to Ahab. (3) Son of Caleb. (4) A Benjamite O. T. II. K. 20, 12. II.Chr.32,1, Isa. 39, 1. Joshill,5,7. Judg. 5. 23. Gen. 10, 30. U.K. 3, 4,5. I.Chr.2, 42; 8,9. N. T. ME'SHACH. Name given by the chief eu- nuch in the Court of Babylon to Mishael, one of Daniel's companions. He was thrown Into the fiery furnace but was unhurt ME'SHECH or ME-SECH (possession). (1) Son of Japheth. (2) A son of Shem. (3) District inhabited by the descendants of Meshech. (4) Tribe descended from Me- shech ME-SHEL'E-MI'AH (friendship of Jehovah) A Korhite Levite; also called Shelemiali, and Shallum ME-SHEZ'A-BEEL (delivered by God). (1) Father of Berechiah. (2) One who sealed the Covenant. (3) Father of Pethahiah... ME-SHIL'LE-MOTH (reconciliation). (1) Father of the Berechiah who opposed the enslaving of his captive brethren. (2) A priest ME-SHO'BAB (returned). Simeonite chief. ME-SHUL'LAM (allied). (1) Grandfather of Shaphan. (2) Son of Zerubbabel. (3) A Gadite of Bashan. (4) Three Benjamites. (5) Son of Zadok; same as Shallum, No. 6. (6) A priest. (7) A Kohathite, overseer of the Temple repairs. (8) Chief who return- ed with Ezra. (9) A returned exile. (10) "Son" of Bani who divorced his strange wife. (11) Two persons who rebuilt por- tions of the wall. (12) Prince with Ezra when he read the law. (13) Two priests who signed the Covenant. (14) A Benja- mite. (15) Two priests who returned with Zerubbabel. (16) A Levite ME-SHUL'LE-METH (friend), asseh Wife of Man- MES'O-PO-TA'MI-A (between the rivers). A Greek name for the fertile plain between the Euphrates and Tigris. It was inhabit- ed by independent tribes mostly of Chal- dean origin, until conquered by Assyria. The same as Aram and Padan-aram MES-SI'AH. The name by which Daniel in- dicates the Redeemer. The word "Mes- siah" is often used in the Old Testament in its literal sense, signifying one who has been anointed. It has the same meaning in Hebrew as Christ has in Greek. It gen- erally refers to Christ; same as Messias... MET'ALS. See brass, copper, gold, iron, lead, silver, tin ... . Dan. 1, 7; 2 19; 3, 12, 13, 14,16.19,20, 22,23,26,28, 29, 30. Gen.ilO, 2. l.Chr.1,5,17. Ps. 120, S. Ezek. 32,126 I.Chr. 9, 19 21; 26.1,14, Neh.3,4;10 21 ;11. 24. II.Chr.28,12, 13. Neh. 11. 13. I.Chr. 4,34 11. K. 22, 3. I.Chr. 3, 19; 5,13; 6, 13; 8. 17; 9,7, 8, 11 12. II. Chr. 34,12. Ezra 7,2; 8, 16; 10 15,29. Neh 3,4,6,30; 8,4; 10,7.20; 11, 7,11; 12, 13, 16, 25. 33. U.K. 21, 19. Gen. 24, 10; 25.20. Num. 23,7. Deut. 13 4. Judg 3,8.10. I. Chr. 19, 6. METE'YARD. A yard measure. ME'THEG-AM'MAH (curb of the city). Fig- urative term applied to a city, probably Gath, taken from the Philistines by David. ME-THU'SA-EL (man of God). hujael Son of Me- I. Sam. 2.10; 12 3. 5; 24, 6. 1. K. 19. 16, I.Chr. 16. 22. Ps.p,2;45,7; 105, 15. Dan 9, 25, 26. Lev. 19, 35. II. Sam. 8,1 Gen. 4, 18. Acts 2, 9; 7,2. John 1. 41; 4,25. INDEX. ME-THU'SE-LAH (man of of Enoch; the oldest man died at the age of 969 MID the dart), in history, Son who MEZ'A-HAB (waters of gold). Father of Ma tred and grandfather of Mehetabel MI'A-MIN (from the right hand). (1) "Son" of Parosh. (2) A priest; a returned exile; probably same as Miniamin and Mijamin... MIB'HAR (choice). One of David's valiant men; probably same as Bani MIB'SAM (sweet odor). (1) Son of Ishmael; founder of an Arabian tribe of the same name. (2) Son of Shallum MIB'ZAR (fortress). One of the petty chiefs of Edom; a descendant of Esau MI'CAH (who is like Jehovah). (1) An Eph- raimite who having fallen into idolatry hired a Levite to be his priest. His idols were stolen from him by the Danites. (2) Head of a family of Reuben. (3) Son of Merib-baal, or Mephibosheth, son of Jona than; also called Micha. (4) Descendant of Asaph; also called Micha. (5) A Kohathite Levite; also called Michah. (6) Father of Abdon. (7) The sixth of the Minor Proph ets; a contemporary of Isaiah, who prophe sied during the reigns of Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah MI'CAH, BOOK OF. It refers with great definiteness to Samaria and Jerusalem, the complete devastation of the former and the temporary destruction of the latter. His prophecies of the Messiah have the same character, and he predicted that Christ should be born at Bethlehem MI-CA'IAH (who like Jehovah?). The pro phet who predicted the fall of Ahab at the seige of Ramoth-gilead MI'CHA (who is like Jehovah?). (1) See Mi- cah, No. 3. (2) A Levite who sealed Ne- hemiah's covenant. (3) See Micah, No. 4. . MI'CHA-EL (who is like God?). (1) An Ash erite. (2) Two Gadites. (3) A Gershonite Levite. (4) A descendant of Issachar. (5) A Benjamite. (6) A captain of the thou- sands of Manasseh who joined David at Ziklag. (7) Father of Omri. (8) Son of Jehoshaphat; slain by his brother Jehoram. (9) Father of Zebadiah. (10) The Archangel MI-CHA'IAH. (1) Father of Achbor. (2> See Maacah, No. 5. (3) Prince sent to teach the law in the cities of Judah. (4) A priest of the family of Asaph. (5) Son of Gemariah who, after hearing Baruch, read Jeremiah's predictions to the people... MI'CHAL (brook). Youngest daughter of King Saul who became the wife of David to whom she was devotedly attached. Saul cancelled the marriage and bestowed her upon Phalti; but David afterward reclaim ed her. The reunion was unhappy MICH'MAS, MICH'MASH (something hid- den). A town of Benjamin; it became fa- mous in the Philistine war of Saul and Jonathan. Jonathan Maccabaeus fixed his abode at Michmas MICH'ME-THAH (hiding place). A town on the borders of Ephraim and Manasseh MICH'RI (prize of Jehovah). A Benjamite. MICH'TAM. Title of several Psalms, prob- ably meaning a poem intended to record memorable thoughts MID'DIN (extension). Village of Judah. O. T. Gen. 5,21,25, 27. I. Chr. 1,3. N.T. Gen. 36, 39. I. Chr. 1,50, Ezra 10, 25. Neh. 10, 7; 12. 5. 17. II. Sam. 23, 36. I. Chr. 11,38. Gen. 25, 13. I. Chr. 1, 29 4,25. Gen. 36. 42. I. Chr. 1, 53, Judg. 17.1,4, 5,8,9,12,13: 18,2,3,4. Ii; Sam. 9, 12. I.Chr.S,5;8, 34, 35; 9, 15 40, 41; 23, 20 24,24,25. II Chr. 34, 20. Neh. 11, 17, 22. Jer. 26, 18, 19. Mic. 1, 1. I. K. 22. 8, 9 24,26. II. Chr. 18, 23. II.Sam.9,12 Neh. 10, 11; 11, 17, 22. Num. 13, 13 1. Chr. 5,13 14; 6, 40; 7.3 8. 16; 12. 20 27,18. II. Chr. 21, 2-4 Ezra 8, 8. Dan. 10, 13, 21 ; 12, 1. I. K. 22, 12. H.Chr.11,20 13, 2; 17, 7. Neh. 12. 35, 41. Jer. 36, 11, 13. I.Sam. 14,49; 18,20; 19,12 13; 25,44. II; Sam.3,13,14; 6,16.23;21.8, l.tSam.13,2, 5, 11. 16,o23; 14, 4-16. Ezra 2. 27- Josh.16, 6; 17.7. I.Chr. 9. 8. Ps. 16; 56; 57; 58; 59. Josh. 15, 61, Jude9. Rev. 12. 7-9. 77 INDEX. MIN O. T. MID'DLE WALL. Sacred partition between the Court of the Gentiles and the inner parts of the Temple MID'I-AN (strife). Son of Abraham and Ke turah ; also called Madian MID'I-AN-ITES. The descendants of Midian; Inhabitants of the region from the Sinaitic peninsula to the banks of the Euphrates. They traded much with Palestine, Lebanon, and Egypt. It was probably the Midianites and the Ishmaelites who bought Joseph They joined Moab against Israel MID'WIFE'. The two midwives Shiphrah and Puah were probably representatives of a class. Midwives were also mentioned in Genesis MIG'DAL-EL (tower of God), tall City of Naph MIG'DAL-GAD (tower of fortune). Judah City of MIG'DOL (tower). Place near the Red Sea where the Israelites encamped MIGHT'IES (powerful). Term denoting Da- I.Chr.11,12 vid's three great captains 24, Gen. 25, 2. I.Chr. 1. 32. Gen. 37, 28, 36. Num.25 17; 31,2. Judg. 6,7.16 7,23,25; 8,1 Ps. 83, 9. Gen. 35. 17; 38,28. Ex. 1 15. Josh. 19, 38, Josh. 15, 37 Ex. 14, 2. Num. 33, 7. N. T. Eph 2.14. Acts 7, 29. INDEX. MIN MIJ'A-MIN (fortunate). (1) Priest in the time of David. (2) Priest who sealed the Covenant; also called Miamin and Minia iiiin MIK'LOTH (twigs). A Benjamite of Jerusa- lem. (2) Officer of a division of David's army MIK-NE'IAH (possession of Jehovah). A doorkeeper of the Temple, and a musician. . MIL'A-LA'I (eloquent). Levite musician Ml'LAN. See photograph, opp. page 820. MIL'CAH (advice). (1) Daughter of Haran, and sister of Lot. Mother of eight sons by her husband Nahor. (2) Daughter of Ze lophehad I MIL'COM. See Molech. 1 MIL'DEW (pale). A species of fungus which destroyed the leaves of plants. God threat ened and sent mildew as a judgment....'. MI-LE'TUS. City and seaport of Ionia, Asia Minor, where Paul addressed the elders from Ephesus; also called Miletum MILL. The mill common among the He- brews differed little from that in use to-day in Western Asia and Northern Africa. It consisted of two millstones, the upper and the nether, between which the corn was ground. It was usually turned by womeu. f ten used figuratively MIL-LEN'NI-UM. The word is not found in Scriptures; but it refers to ideas founded on it. It denotes the term of a thousand years, and in a theological sense, the thousand years mentioned in Revelations, during which Satan is described as being bound, and Christ and the saints as reigning tri- umphant MIN'GLED PEO'PLE (mixture). They were such as originally belonged to different tribes or nations. The "mixed multitude" that attended the Hebrews on their de- parture from Egypt were Arabs, Egyptians, Lybians, etc. The "mixed multitude" sep- arated from the Jews by Nehemiah were those who had come and intermarried among them I.Chr. 24, 9 Neh ,10,7; 12 5. 17, 41. I.Chr. 8. 32; 9, 37, 38; 27,4. I.Chr. 15. 18 21. Neh. 12. 36. Gen. 22. 20, 23;24,15,24, Num. 26, 33; 27, 1; 36. 11. I. K. 11, 5 Deut. 28, 22. Amos 4, 9. Hag. 2, 17. Ex. 11. S. Num. 11, 8. Deut. 24, 6. Judg. 9, 53. U. Sam. 11. 21. Job. 41, 24. Isa. 47,2. Jer. 25, 10. Isa. 65,17,18 10,20,21.22 23. 24, 25. Zeph. 3, 11 12. 13. Zech 9,9,10; 14,16 17,18,19,20, 21. Ex. 12, 38. Num. 11, 4. Neh. 13, 3. Jer 25.20,24; 50,37. Ezek. 30, 5. Dan. 2,43. Acts 20, 15- 38. II. Tim. 4,20. Matt. 18, 6; 24, 41. Mark 42. Luke 17, 2; 20, 18. Rev. 18. 21, 22. Matt. 16, 18, 19; 26, 29. Mark 14. 25'. Heb. 8. 11. Rev. 14, 6; 20,1,2,3,4, S. 6, 7-15. MIN-I-A'MIN (from the right hand). (1) Le- vite in charge of the free-will offerings. (2) Priest who returned from exile; also called Minamin or Mi jamin MIN'IS-TERS, CHAR'AC-TER AND QUAL'I- FLCA'TIONS. "Then Moses said unto Aaron, This is it that the Lord spake, say- ing, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me, and before all people I will be glorified." This required the ministers of God to be pure and holy; faithfulness was also enjoined and all kindred virtues. In the Old Testament the laws of Moses set forth certain definite requirements for those entering the priesthood. They were to be of a lineal descent from Aaron;. to be free from every bodily blemish and defect; to ab- stain from strong drink on entering the Tabernacle of the congregation; not to ob- serve the external signs of mourning; not to profane God's holy name; and many others MIN'IS-TERS, CHARGE DE-LIV'ER-ED TO. Aaron, his sons, and descendants, were charged with the care of the Tabernacle; Joshua, with the care of the congregation of Israel, after the death of Moses; and Eze kiel, to preach God's word in Israel. The Apostles were also charged to preach the Word MIN'IS-TERS, DU'TIES OP. The duty of the priests of the Old Testament was to familiarize the Israelites with the law of Moses, which was the Word of God. Those who had the gift of prophecy were to pro phesy, thus exhorting the people to repent- ance. The New Testament enjoined the Apostles and other followers of Christ to preach the Gospel to all nations, baptizing them In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost MIN'IS-TERS, DU'TIES OF THE CHURCH TO. The Church is exhorted to submit to those in charge and to remember and obey their mandates. Also to love and esteem them for their work's sake MIN'IS-TERS, FAITH'FUL. There are many instances in the Scriptures of faithful min- isters. Moses, Micaiah, Azariah, Balaam, Nathan, Isaiah, Jeremiah, John the Baptist, Peter, Paul, and the Apostles, were all faithful to their charge O. T. II.Chron.31, 15. Neh. 10, 12,5,17.41. Lev.10,3,4,5, 6.7,8,9,10,11; 21,6.16-23. Num. 16, 9, 10. Deut. 32, 1,2,3. I.Sam. 2,35;12,7. II. Chron. 6, 41: 29,11. Ezra7 10. Ps.68,11, Prov. 11, 30, Isa. 6,5,6,7,8 32,20;52,11. Jer. 1,7;3,15 20. 9. Ezek 34,2. Mai. 2 6,7. Num. 8,1 ,2,3 3,4,5.6,7; 27 18, 19, 20, 21 22,23. Deut 31,7,8, 14-23 Josh. 1, 1-9 Ezek.3,4. Ex.4,12.Lev 10,11. Josh 1,8. Isa.41, 1,9,11; 57,14 58, 1. Jer. 6 27; 15,19; 23 4,22,23; 26,2 Ezek. 3,8,9 10, 21, 27; 33, 1-9; 44. 23. Deut. 1, 38; 3, 28; 31, 7. Mai. 2, 7. Num. 22, 18 Il.Chr. 18. 12,13; 26,16- 20. Isa. 39, 3-7. Jer. 17, 16. N. T. MIN'IS-TERS, FALSE AND CORRUPT. False prophets who presumed to speak In God's name that which he had not been commanded to speak were to be put to death. "Cursed be he that doeth the work of the Lord deceitfully." There are many admonitions to the people to beware of evil and false teachers. The following are some of the instances of false ministers: Aaron Nadab and Abihu; Korah, Dathan and Abl ram; Samuel's sons; Jonathan; Noadiah Hezekiah; Hananiah; Jonah; Judas; Caia phas; Simon the Sorcerer; Judaizing Chris tians; Elymas; Hymenaeus; Philetus MIN'IS-TERS, HOS'PI-TAL'I-TY TO. The hospitality of the women of Zarephath to Elijah; the Shunammite to Elisha; the bar- barians to Paul: Simon the tanner to Peter; Aquila and Priscilla, Justus and Philip, to Paul MIN'IS-TERS, PROM'ISES TO AND JOYS OF. Those who had been faithful in their ministry were to be rewarded by God ac- cording to their merits MIN'NI (division). A province of Armenia... MIN'NITH (divisions). A place east of the Jordan. Wheat was sent from it to Tyre.. MI'NOR. One who has not attained the age at which full civil rights are accorded Lev. 10,1. Num. 12,1 18; 16. Deut. 2. 20-22. Judg. 17. 7- 13. I. Sam. 2, 12-17. I. K. 12, 31. II Chr. 30, 3, S Neh. 6, 14. Jer. 2, 8; 5, 30, 31; 48. 10: 50,6. Hos. 6,9. Matt. 10.16- 24. Luke 12, 42; 24, 49. John 3, 27. Acts 1, 8; 6. 3,4. Rom. 2 21, 23, 25. 1. Cor. 9.16, 27; 15, 10. 11. Cor. 3, 7. 9, 10; 4,1-10; 6.3-10 ; 10, 1, 2; 13, 10. I. Thes. 2, 3- 12. I.Tim. 3, 2-15; 5, 17 21; 6, 11,20. Tit. 1. 5-14; 2.1, 7; 3,1, 2, 8, 9. Matt. 10, 5- 42. Luke 10 1-15. I. Tim 1, 18; 4,1-16: 5, 1-22; 6. 1 21. II.Tim. 2, 1-26; 4. 1- 8. I. K. 17, 10- Acts9,43;16 16 II. K. 4, 33,34;18,3,7, 8-10 26; 21, 8-10; 28, 1-10. I Cor. 11. 1 16,15. Col. 4,10. I. Thes. 5, 12. Heb. 13, 7. Matt. 3. 2-12 Acts 3,12-26; 5,21, 29-32; 8, 18-23; 20, 26,27. Matt. 5,19; 22, 23; 24 26, 14. 16, John 18, 14, Acts 8, 9, 11; 13, 6, 11; 15, 1. Rom. 16. 17,18. I. Cor, 11, 18. Phil. 3.2. Col. 2, 4 I. Tim. 1 20. II.Tim. 2, ,17, 18. Heb. 13, 9. Ps. 126, 5. Jer. 1, 7-19; 20, 11. Dan. 12,3. Jer. 51, 27, Judg. 11,33. Ezek. 27. 17. Matt. 28, 20. John 4, 36, 37, 38. I. Thes. 2. 13. 19, 20. Gal. 4. 1. 2. 78 INDEX. mi; O. T. MlN'STREL (musician). Employed at funerals II. K. 3,15. and in time of death .-. MINT. A common herb of little value, sembling the garden sage MIR'A-CLE. An act or event produced by supernatural or Divine agency. The New Testament uses three terms to denote mira- cles — namely, signs, wonders, and power or mighty works. See tables, "Miracles of the Old Testament," "Miracles of our Lord," and "Miracles Wrought by the Holy Ghost," following the Index MIR'I-AM (bitterness). (1) Sister of Moses and Aaron who watched her infant brother when exposed on the Nile; a leading wo- man among the Israelites when they left Egypt. She was smitten with leprosy for murmuring against Moses; but recovered. She died and was buried at Kadesh. (2) Son of Mered MIR'MA (deceit). Benjamite chief MlR'ROR. See glass; looking-glass. Deut. 14 22. Ex. 4, 28, 29, 30, 31; 7, 9; 14, 25, 31. Num. 14, 22. Deut. 11, 3; 29, 3. Judg. 6, 13, 17. Dan. 4,2,3 Ex. 2, 4-8; 15, 20, 21. Num. 12. 1, 10, IS; 20,1. 26, 59. Deut. 24, 9. I.Chr. 4,17. Mic. 4. Chr. 8,10. MIS'CHIEP. Several words in the Scripture Gen. 42, 4. are thus rendered: (1) Harm, hurt. (2) Bad, evil, sorrow, adversity, affliction. (3) Worry of mind, undue strain of the body. (4) To apply oneself in vain; and applied to idolatry, wickedness, injustice, etc. (5) Cunning; unscrupulousness. Figurative: To imagine "mischief" against God is to contrive methods of dishonoring Him MIS'GAB (height). City of Moab. MISH'A-EL (who is like God?). (1) Son of L'zziel who helped carry the bodies of Na- dab and Abihu out of the camp. (2) A Jew with Ezra when he read the law MI'SHAL (depression). Levitical city of Ash- er; also called Misheal MI'SHAM (purification). Son of Elpaal MISH'MA (fame). (1) Fifth son of Ishmael and head of an Arabian tribe. (2) A Sime- onite MISH-MAN'NAH (strength). A Gadite mTsH'NAH. See Talmud mTs'RE-PHOTH-MA'IM (burning of waters). Place near Sidon MITE (scale-like). The least valuable Jew- ish coin; about one-eighth of a cent MITH'CAII (sweetness). One of the encamp- ments of the Israelites MITH'RE-DATH (given by Mithra, the sun god). (1) Treasurer of Cyrus. (2) Persian governor of Samaria MI'TRE. The head dress of a Jewish priest. It was made of fine linen, in the form of an Eastern turban, and had on its front a gold plate containing the inscription, "Holiness to the Lord." MIT'Y-LE'NE. Capital of the Isle of Lesbos, in the Aegean Sea MI'ZAR (small). Hermon Ex. 21, 22, 23; 32.12, 22. II. Sam. 16, 8. Ps. 7, 14, 16. Prov. 24 2. Isa. 59,4, Ezek. 11, 2. Hos. 7,15. Jer. 48, 1. Ex.6, 22. Lev. 10, 4. Neh. 8, 4. Dan. 1, 6, 7, 11,19; 2,17; 3, 13, 20, 23. 26, 29, 30. Josh. 19, 26 I.Chr. 6, 74 I.Chr.8,12 Gen. 25, 14. I.Chr. 1,30 4, 25,26. I. Chr. 12,10 Josh 11,8; 13, 6. Num. 33, 28 29. Ezra 1, 4,7. Ex. 28,4,37, 39; 29, 6; 39, 31. Lev. 8,9; 16,4. Zech, 3, 5. N. T. Matt. 9, 23. Matt. 23, 23. Luke 11, 42, Mark 6, 52. Luke 23, 8. John 2, 11, 23; 3, 2; 4, 54; 6, 2; 9, 16. Acts 4, 16; 6, 8. Heb 2,4. INDEX. MON Mark 12, 42. Luke 21, 2. A hill, probably near Mount Ps. 42, 6. Acts 20, 14, 15. MIZ-PAH (watch-tower). (1) Town of Gilead which originated in the heap of stones set up by Laban; also called Mizpeh. Con- founded by some with Mizpeh, No. 4. (2) City of Benjamin where the people were wont to convene; afterwards fortified by Asa ; also called Mizpeh O. T. Gen. 31, 49. Judg;. 10, 17; 11, 11, 34; 20 1,3; 21,1. 1. K. 15,22. Jer. 40, 6. MIZPEH (feminine form). (1) Town in the plains of Judah. (2) See Mizpah, No. 2. Valley near Lebanon. (4) Mizpeh of Gali- lee; thought by some to be the same as Mizpah, No. 1. (5) Town of Moab MIZ'RA-IM (limits). (1) One of the sons of Ham. (2) The name generally given to Egypt by the Hebrews MIZ'ZAH (fear). Edomite tribe. Son of Reuel; chief of an MNA'SON (reminding). A native of Cyprus, with whom Paul lodged in Jerusalem MO'AB (from father). (1) Son of Lot by his eldest daughter. (2) Land in which the descendants of Moab lived. The territory of the Moabites was divided into three parts: (1) The "land of Moab," east of the Jordan and the Dead Sea between the rivers Arnon and Jabbok; in possession of the Amorites when the Israelites entered Canaan. (2) The "field of Moab," east of the Dead Sea and south of the river Ar- non. (3)The "plains of Moab" in the Jor- dan valley, east of the Jordan, and oppo- site Jericho MO'AB-ITES. Tribe descended from Moab, son of Lot, and consequently related to the Hebrews. Also called the "people of Che- mosh." The children of Israel were com- manded not to distress the Moabites, whose land was not given to them as a posses- sion MO-AB'ITE STONE. This tablet, a monu- ment of the times recorded in the Book of Kings, was discovered in 1868 at Dibon by a missionary. It bears an inscription of Mesha, king of Moab, in thirty-four lines of Hebrew-Phoenician writing. The Bedouins of the country destroyed the stone rather than give it up; but not before copies of the inscription were made MO'A-DI'AH. See Maadiah. MOL'A-DAH (birth). A city of Judah which afterward became a city of the Simeonites. It was re-occupied after the Exile MOLE (weasel). One of the unclean animals. MO'LECH (the ruler). National god of the Ammonites to whom children were sacri- ficed by fire. Solomon erected a high place for Molech on the Mount of Olives. It was also called Milcom and Moloch MO'LID (begetter). A man of Judah MO'LOCH. See Molech MOLTEN iM'AGE. See Calf MOL'TEN SEA. See Brazen Sea MON'EY. The first money was not coined, but was in the form of wedges, rings, etc. Money mentioned in the Old Testament be- fore the Captivity means a particular weight of some precious metal. After the Captivity, Persian, Greek, Syrian, Roman and national Jewish coins were used by the Jews. No image of any man was allowed on them. The purchasing power of money in Bible times was about ten times as great as it is now N. T. Josh. 15, 38 18,26. Judg 11, 29. I. Sam. 22, 3. Gen. 10, 6, 13. I.Chr. 1 11. Gen. 36 13. I.Chr. 1.37. Gen. 19, 37; 36,35. Ex. 15,15. Num. 22,1. Deut. 1,5; 34, 5. Judg. 3, 30. Ruth 1, 2. I.Sam.14,47. I.K.11,7. U.K. 1,1. Neh. 13,23. Ps.60,8. Isa. 11, 14. Zeph.2,9. Num. 21, 29, Deut. 2, 9. Judg.3,28. II. Sam. 8, 2. I. K. 11, 1, 33. II. K. 3, 18, 24. Neh. 12, 17. Josh. 19, 2. I.Chr. 4, 28. Neh. 11, 26. Lev. 11, 30. Isa. 2, 20. Lev. 18. 21; 20,2,3,4. I K.11,7. II, K. 23, 10. Jer. 32, 35. I.Chr. 2,29. Amos 5, 26. Gen. 23, 9. Ex. 21, 11. Lev 2S, 37. Num. 3, 49. Deut. 2, 6. I.K.21,2. II. K.5,26. Neh, 5,4. Ps.15.5, Prov. 7, 20. Jer. 32, 9. Mic. 3, 11. Acts 21, 16. Acts 7, 43, Matt. 17, 24, 27;22,19;25, 18, 27; 28, 12, 15. Mark. 6,i 8; 12. 41, 14, 11. Luke 9,3; 19. 23; 22, 5. Acts 4, 37; 8, 18,20; 24, 26. I.Tim. 6, 10. 79 INDEX. MOS MON'EY CHAN'GERS (money brokers). They exchanged foreign for Jewish money which was to be used in paying Temple dues. They were not distinguished for honesty... MON'STERS (stretched out), sea serpent Perhaps the MONTH. The Hebrews usually designated their months by numbers — namely, first month, second month, etc. They also had a special name for each of them. The length of their month was regulated by the changes of the moon, and was rechcned from one new moon .to the next one. A thirteenth month called Ve-adar was insert- ed among the months about once in three years, or seven times in nineteen years, to make up for the difference between the Jew- ish year and the solar year, the one now used. See Nisan, or Abib; Zif or Ziv; Slvan; Tammuz; Ab; Elul; Tishri. or Etha- nim; Bui; Kisleu, or Chisleu: Tebeth; She bat; Adar , O. T. MOON (paleness). Many of the feasts and sacred services observed by the Jews were regulated by the new moon, which was al- ways the beginning of the month and was celebrated with special sacrifices. The moon was worshiped under various names by the heathen. The idolatrous Jews burn- ed incense to it. In figurative language the moon is noticed as presaging important events through the withdrawal of its light. The Church is likened to the moon Lam. 4, 3. Gen.7,U;29 14. Ex. 13.4 19, 1; 23, IS 34, 18. Num 3,15.22. 28 34,39,40.43 11.20; 18, 16 1. K.6.37; 8 2. U.K. 25,3 I.Chr. 27,9 Ezra 10. 9. Est. 9. 15. Jer. 39, 1. Ezek. 32. 1. Zech. 1,1.7. MOR'DE-CAI (little man or worshiper of Mars). (1) A returned exile. (2) A Jewish captive in Persia; uncle of Esther, queen of Ahasuerus. He informed Ahasuerus of a conspiracy against his life, was rewarded and placed above Haman, a chief officer of the Persian king, who despised him. He, aided by Esther, defeated a plan formed by Haman for exterminating the Jews Deut.' 33. 14 Josh. 10. 12 I.Sam. 20, 5 I.Chr.J23,^l Job 257 5. Ps.8,J3;72.7. Eccl. 12, 2. Cant. 6. 10. Isa. 1,13, 14; 3. 18. Ezek. 46, 6. Ezra 2, 2. Neh. 7, 7. Esth. 2,5.19 21, 22; 3, 5, 6: 4,1.9.15; 5, 13,14; 6.3.10: 7, 9; 8. 2. 15: 9, 3; 10, 3. MO'REH (teaching). (1) A plain near Shech- Gen.*35. 4. em and Gilgal. (2) A hill in the valley Deut. 11. 30. of Jezreel where the Midianites encamped. . Josh. (24. 26. IJudg. 7, 1. MOR'ESH-ETH-GATH (possession of Gath).|Mic. 1, 14. Town of Judah MO-RI'AH (chosen of Jehovah). Hill of Je- Gen. 22, 2. rusalem on which Solomon's Temple was !'• Chro. 3,1 built; probably same as "land of Moriah".. MORN'ING STAR. A title of Christ N. T. Matt. 21. 12 Mark 11. 15, John2,14,15, Luke-1, 24. 26. 36; 4, 25. John 4, 35. Acts 18. 11. Gal. 4, 10 Jam. 5, 17. Rev. 9.5, 10, 15; 11, 2; 13, " 22.2. INDEX. MOU Matt. 24, 29 Mark 13. 24, Col. 2, 16. Rev. 6, 12; 12.1. Rev. 22. 16. mSr'SEL (bit). (1) A small piece of bread. Ps. 147. 17. Heb. 12, 16. (2) A meal of meat Prov. 17, 1. i MOR-TAL'T-TY. Subjection to death. II. Cor. 5,4. MOR'TAR. (1) It may either be a cement Gen. ll, 3. of lime and sand, or mud or clay used like Ex. 1, 14. cement for building purposes. "Untemper ed mortar"' means mortar without straw. (2) Hollow vessels for reducing grain and spices by means of a pestle MORT'GAGE (to pawn). A lien upon real es- I.Sam.17,18 tate for debt; also translated "pledge" and Neh. 5, 3. "surety" Prov. 17, 18 Lev. 14, 42. Num. 11, 8. Prov. 27, 22. MOR'TI-FI-CA'TION. Any severe penance observed for religion. The mortification of sin in believers is enjoined in the Scrip tures MO-SA'IC LAW. See Law MO-SS'RA. Same as Moseroth Deut. 10. 6. MO-SE'ROTH (correction). A station of the Num. 33. 30. Israelites near Mount Hor; also called Deut.|10,L6. Mosera Rom. 8. 13. Gal. 5. 24. Eph.6. 10. Col. 3, 5. MO'SES (drawn out). The great leader and law giver of the Israelites, and the mould- er of their national character; he was the youngest child of Amram and Jochebed. The life of Moses falls naturally into three periods of forty years each. Hid by his mother in the "ark of bulrushes," he was found and adopted by the daughter of Pharaoh, and was educated in the splen- dor of the Egyptian court, and placed in a prominent and conspicuous position close to the ruler. In his fortieth year he slew an Egyptian taskmaster who was ill-treating a Hebrew, and to escape the wrath of Pharaoh he fled to Midian, where he spent the next forty years in tending the flocks of the Midianite priest Jethro, whose daughter Zipporah he married. At the age of eighty, Moses received the Divine com- mission to deliver his people from their bondage. This task was accomplished in forty years that were full of troubles; but also full of the most extraordinary events. When finally the Israelites approached the land of Canaan, ready to enter upon their national life, Moses, forbidden by God to accompany them because he had struck the rock at Meribah instead of speaking to it, as God had commanded him, ascended Mount Nebo, and from Pisgah's top the Lord showed him the Promised Land. He was one hundred and twenty years old when he died in the land of Moab, and "there arose not a prophet since in Israel like unto Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face." He was the author of parts of the Pentateuch, and of the ninetieth Psalm, which was probably written in the wilder- ness O. T. Ex. 2,10.14, 15; 3, 4. 6; 4, 14, 27; 5, 22; 8.13,31; 9.12, 35; 10,22; 12, 35; 14,31; 15, 24; 16,20; 17, 4.12; 18,13; 19. 8. 20; 20, 21; 24,2,4,18; 32.1,11; 33,9; 34, 4, 35; 39, 43; 40, 35. Lev. 10, 16; 24, 11. Num, 5.4; 11, 2. 10: 12,2, 3, 7; 14. 44; 16. 4; 17 7; 20. 3; 21 5.9; 25. 6; 31 6,14; 33.2. Deut. 27, 11 31, 9,22; 33 1; 34, 5,10. Josh. 1.5.17' 4, 14; 14. 10 11. I.K.2,3; 8,9. I. Chr. 23,14; 26. 24, Ezra 3. 2. IPs. 103,7; (105. 26; 106, 16.23.32. Isa. 63,12. Jer. IS, 1. Mai. 4. 4. N. T. Matt. 17,3. 4; 19.7. 8; 23. 2. Mark 9. 4,5: 10. 3; 12, 19; Luke 9, 30; 16. 29, 31; 20. 28. 37; 24.27. John 1, 17, 45; 3, 14; 5, 45, 46; 6. 32: 7. 19, 22, 23; 9, 28. 29. Acts 3, 22; 6 11, 14; 7, 20 32, 35,37; 13 39; 15.1.5.21 21,21; 26,22 28.23. Rom . 14; 10, 5. I. Cor. 10. 2 II. Cor. 3. 7 13,15. II. Tim. 3, 8. Heb. 3,2, 3, 5. 16; 7, 14; 9, 19; 10, 28 11, 23, 24; 12 21. Jude9. Rev. 15. 3. MO'SES, BOOKS OF. See Pentateuch. MOSQUE. Mohammedan church or place of worship. See photographs, opp. pages 326 and 519 MOST HIGH. A name given to Jehovah as supreme and all-glorious MOTE. A particle of dust or other matter. Small sins are likened to "motes In the eye" MOTH. (1) A sort of fly which eats cloth. (2) Some secret curse and judgment from God MOTH'ER. The word was employed by the Hebrews in a wider sense than is usual with us. It is used of a grandmother, and even of any ancestress. The designation is symbolically applied to the true Church; to the kingdom of Judah; to the capital city of a country or tribe: to the earth; to any female, superior in age, gifts, or grace, or who deals tenderly with one MO'TIONS. Impulses; passions MOUNT. a siege A mound or rampart thrown up for MOUN'TAIN. The mountains mentioned in Scripture are noticed under their different names. The most famous are Seir, in Idu- maea: Horeb. in Arabia Petraea; Hor In Idumaea: Gilboa, south of the valley of Jezreel; Nebo, a mountain of Abarim: Ta- bor, in Lower Galilee; En-gedi. near the Dead Sea; Libanus and Anti-Libanus; Geri- zim, in Samaria: Ebal. near Gerizim; Gil- ead beyond Jordan: Amalek. in Ephraim; Moriah, where the Temple was built: Paran in Arabia Petraea: Gahash. in Ephraim; Olivet: Pisgah, beyond Jordan: Hermon, beyond Jordan; Carmel. near the Mediter- ranean. It has many figurative meanings.. MOUN'TAIN OF THE AM'O-RITES. Place mentioned in connection with the Israelites' wandering MOUNT LY-CA-BET'TUS. opp. page 578 See photograph, Gen. 14. 18. Ps. 7. 17. Job 4, 19; 13 28. Isa. 50,9; 51.8. Gen. 17.16. 30,14; Ex. 2,8. Judg. 5. " Ruth 1,8. II. Sam. 20, 19. I. K. IS. 10. Job 1,21. Cant. 1, 6 ; 3.4. Ezek 19, 2. Jer. 6. 6; 32 24; 33. 4. Gen. 14. 6 31,21,23.25. Num. 20. 22; 21, 20; 32, 3. Deut. 1.2; 3. 25; 33, 2. Josh. 8, 30; 11.3; 14,12 19, 26; 24 30, Judg. 4, 6; 9. 7; 12, 15. I.Sam. 17,3. II. Sam. 1,21. Il.Chr. 3. 1. Ezek. 11, 23 Deut. 19, 20. Matt.7.3,4,5. Luke 6,41.42 Matt. 6.19,20 Luke 12, 33. Jam. 5, 2. Matt.8.14;10 35; 14, 8; 19, 19. 29; 20.20. Mark 6, 28. Luke 1. 43; 4,38; 12.53. John 2. 1. Acts 12. 12. Rom. 16. 13, Gal. 4. 26. Rev. 17,5. Rom. Matt.4,8; 5. 1; 8,1; 14,23 15,29: 17. 1. 9,20; 28, 16. Mark 3. 3; 6,46; 9,9; 11.23. Luke 6. 12; 8, 32. John 4. 20. 21. I.Cor.13, 2. Heb. 12. 20. Rev. 6, 14; 8, 8; 21, 10. 80 INDEX. MYS O. T. MOUNT OP BE-AT'I-TUDES. Mountain on which Christ's great sermon was delivered. See photograph, opp. page 665 MOUNT OF THE AM'A-LEK-TTES. A moun- tain in the tribe of Ephraim MOUNT OF THE VAL'LEY. District of Reuben MOURN'ING. The Hebrews made great manifestations of grief at the death of friends and relatives. The usual period of mourning was seven days; but the mourn- ing for Moses and Aaron continued thirty days. Weeping appears as one of the chief expressions of mourning, or the general name for it. Sackcloth on the loins was also indicative of mourning MOUSE. One of the unclean animals. Many species are to be found in Palestine; they are very destructive MO'ZA (going forth). (1) Second son of Ca- leb by his concubine Ephah. (2) Son of Zimri, a descendant of Jonathan MO'ZAH (an issuing of water). City of Ben- jamin , MUF'FLER. Long veil covering the whole face except the eyes MULE. The offspring of the horse and the ass; ridden by distinguished men among the Jews MU-NIT'ION (spying). (1) A watch-tower, spoken symbolically of Mount Zion. (2) A fortress MUP'PIM (wavings). A descendant of Ben- jamin; probably the same as Shuphan, She- phuphan, and Shuppim MUR'DER. Under the Jewish law, one who slays another from enmity, hatred, or by lying in wait, is called a murderer. There was no pardon for premeditated murder . . MUR'RAIN. An infectious disease which de- stroyed horses and flocks. One of the plagues of Egypt MU'SHI (forsaken). A son of Merarl, founder of the Mushites and MU'SIC. It formed nn important part of the religious services and festivities of the He- brews. Musical instruments were invented by Jubal. Among those used by the Jews were the harp, the sackbut, the psaltery, cymbals, trumpets, organs, etc MUS'SUL-MAN. A Mohammedan; a Moslem. See photograph, opp. page 588 MUTH-LAB'BEN. Title of a Psalm, indicat- ing that it was to be sung by boys ; MY'RA (ointments). Ancient town of Lycia, Asia Minor MYRRH. A precious gum from a low, thorny tree found chiefly in Arabia. It was one of the ingredients of the holy ointment, and of the embalming substance. It is also used in medicine, and as a perfume MYR'TLE. A fragrant and beautiful shrub of Northern Palestine; used as wreaths for ancient victors. Contrasted with the brier, it illustrates the glory of the Church MY'SI-A. Province occupying the northwest- ern extremity of Asia Minor Judg. 12,15 Josh. 13, 19. Gen. 23, 3; 27, 4; SO, 3, 10. Num. 20 29. Deut. 34 8. II.Sam.3 31; 19, 1. II Chr. 3S, 24. Est. 4, 3. Job 3,8. Jer 6,26. Lev. 11, 29. I. Sam. 6, 5 Isa. 66, 17. I. Chr. 2,46 8.36.37.9. 42, 43. Josh. 18, 26 Isa. 3, 19. II. Sam. 13, 29. II. K. S. 17. Ezek. 27 14. Isa. 29, 7, 8: 33,16. Nab.; 2,1. Can. 46. 21. Num. 26, 39 I.Chr. 8, 5. Gen. 4, IS; 9, 6. Ps. 10, 8; 94, 6. Jer. 7, 9. Hos. 6, 9. Ex. 9, 3. 6. Ps. 78, SO. Ex. 6, 19. Num. 3, 20. I.Sam. 18, 6 I.Chr. 15,16 Il.Chr. 7, 6. Eccl. 12, 4. Lam. 3, 63. Dan. 3, 5. Amos 6, 5. Ps. 9. Gen. 37, 25; 43, 11. Ex. 30,23. Est. 2,12. Ps. 45, 8. Cant. 1, 13; 3, 6. Neh. 8, 15. Isa. 41. 19; 55,13. Zech. 1, 8, 10, 11.; N. T. Matt. 5. Matt.2,18; 5 4; 9,15; 11, 17; 24,30. Mark 16,10. Luke 7, 32. I.Cor.5,2. II.Cor.7, 7. Jam. 4. 9. Rev. 18, 8. Matt.19,18. Mark 15, 7. Luke 23, 19, 25. Rom. 1, 29. Luke 15, 25. Acts 27, 5. Matt. 2, 11. Mark 15, 23. John 19, 39. Acts 16, 7, 8. INDEX. NAH O. T. M*S'TER-Y (secret doctrine). The word is used in the New Testament to denote those doctrines of Christianity which the Jews and the world at large did not understand until they were revealed by Christ and His Apostles. The Gospel is called a mystery. It also denotes anything whatever which is hidden, till it is explained N NA'AM (pleasantness). Son of Caleb NA'A-MAH (pleasant). Sister of Tubal-cain. (2) A city of Judah. (3) Wife of Solomon and mother of Rehoboam NA'A-MAN (pleasantness). (1) Son of Benja- min. (2) Son of Bela. (3) Syrian general in the time of Joram, king of Israel, who was cured of his leprosy by Elisha NA'A-RAH (a girl). Wife of Ashur, of the tribe of Judah KA'A-RAI (boyish). One of David's heroes; incorrectly written Paarai NA'A-RAN (boyish). Border town of Eph- raim NA'A-RATH (a girl). City of Ephraim NA-ASH'ON. See Nahshon NA-AS'SON. Greek form of Nahshon NA'BAL (fool). Wealthy inhabitant of Maon who had possessions in Carmel. He re- fused aid to David, in the most insulting manner. David undertook to destroy him and his property; but was prevented by Abigail, Nabal's wife. Nabal died soon afterward, and Abigail became a wife of David NA'B LOUS'. See photograph, opp. page 28. NA'BOTH (fruits). An inhabitant of Jezreel in Isachar whose vineyard Ahab, the king of Israel, coveted and obtained by the wicked artifice of his wife Jezebel, who had Naboth put to death NA'CHON (prepared). Name given to the threshing-floor near which Uzzah was slain; also called Chidon NA'CHOR, ANCESTOR OF JESUS, hor, No. 1 See Na- NA'DAB (liberal). (1) One of the sons of Aaron. He and his brother Abihu were miraculously destroyed for offering strange fire to the Lord. (2) A son of Jeroboam I, whom he succeeded as king of Israel. (3) A son of Shammai. (4) A son of Jehiel, founder of Gibeon NAG'GE (shining). Ancestor of Christ NA-HA'LAL (pasture). A Levitical city in the tribe of Zebulun; also called Nahallal and Nahalol NA-HA'LI-EL (valley of God). Encampment of the Israelites in the wilderness NA'HAM (consolation). Brother of Hodiah I. Chr. 4, 15. Gen. 4, 22. Josh. 15, 41 I. K. 14,21. Il.Chr. 12,13 Gen. 46, 21. Num. 26, 40. ILK. 5,1.11 20,27. I.Chr !. 4, 7. I. Chr. 4,5,6. II. Sam. 23, 35. I.Chr.|ll 37. I.Chr. 7, 28. Josh. 16, 7. Ex. 6, 23. I. Sam. 25 ,3, 4,5,9,10,14. 25,34,36,37, 39; 27,3; 30, II. Sam. 2,2; 3,3, I. K.21,1,7, 9,12,14,16, 18,19. ILK. 9,21,25,26. IISam.6,6. I Chr.13,9. Josh.24,2. Ex.6,23. Lev.10,1. Num.3,4. I. K.14.20;15, 25-28. I.Chr 2,28,30;8,30; 9,36. NA-HAM'A-NI (comforter), returned from Captivity . A chief Jew who Josh.19,15; 21,35. Judg.1,30. Num.21,19. I.Chr.4.19. Neh.7,7. N. T. Mark 4, 11. Rom. 11, 25. I.Cor.2,7,9. Eph. 1,9; 3,4 Col. 2,2. I.Tlm.3.9,16. Rfev.1,20; 17, 5.7. Luke 4, 27. Matt. 1, 4. Luke 3,34. Luke 3,25. 81 INDEX. MAP NA'HA-RI (snorer). A Berothite chieftain, Joab's armor-bearer; also called Naharai .. NA'HASH (a serpent). (1) King of the Am- nonites defeated by Saul. (2) Person named as the father of Zeruiah, and Abi- gail, David's sisters; probably the same as Jesse NA'HATH (rest). (1) Son of Reuel; an Edom- ite duke. (2) A Kohathite Levite, an an- cestor of Samuel; same as Tohu ai>d Toah. (3) Levite, overseer of the sacred offerings. NAH'BI (hidden). A representative of Naph- tali who explored the land of Canaan NA'HOR (snorting). (1) The grandfather of Abraham, who lived 148 years; also called Nachor. (2) Brother of Abraham who mar- ried his niece Milcah NA'HtjR, CITY OF. Designation of Haran. NAH'SHON (enchanter). Son of Ammina dab, and chief of the tribe of Judah at the time of the Exodus; also called Naason, the genealogy of Christ NA'HTJM (consolation). Seventh of the Minor Prophets, who prophesied in Judah towards the close of Hezekiah's reign O. T. II.Sam.23, 37. I. Chr. 11,39. I.Sam.11,1- 11. Il.Sam. 10,1,2;17,25. l.Chr.19,1,2. Gen.36,13. 17. I.Sam.l. I.Chr.6, 26,34. II. Chr.31,13. Num.13.14. Gen.11,22- 26,27,29; 22,20-24;24, 15,24. Gen.24,10. Ex.6.23. Num.l.7;2. 3;7.12,17; 10,14. Nahum 1,1. N. T. INDEX. NEB NA'HTJM, BOOK OF. The theme of this book is the coming punishment of Ninevah and the Assyrian Empire for the cruel treat- ment of the Jews. It has great beauty of style, and is marked by clearness, finished elegance, fire, richness, and originality .... NAIL. (1) A peg, pin, or nail; more especial- ly a tent pin driven into the earth to fasten a tent. Iron and gold nails are also men- tioned. In figurative language it is typical of something firm and strong NAIL OF THE FIN'GER. (1) The paring of nails was a symbol of a captive slave pass lng out of servitude. (2) Claws of a bird or beast NA'IN (beauty). Town of Palestine, where Jesus raised the widow's son to life .... NA'IOTH (dwellings). Place in or near Ra man where Samuel abode with his disciples NA'KED. (1) One altogether unclothed. (2) Sinners deprived of the protection of God (3) One with few clothes. (4) One destitute of worldly goods. (5) That which is dis covered, known, and manifest. (6) One void of grace, that is, not clothed with the right eousness of Christ , NAMES. The Hebrews retained the greatest simplicity in the use of names, there being only one single name which distinguished a person. The instances in which a person received two names, as Jacob-Israel, and Gideon-Jerubbaal, are very rare. Names of Sersons and places in the Bible generally ad special meanings which referred to some circumstance connected with them. NA-O'MI (my delight). Wife of Elimelech, of Bethlehem, and mother-in-law of Ruth a Moabitess. On account of a famine in their native land she went to Moab with her husband and sons, who died there. She and Ruth then returned to Bethlehem . . NA'PLES. and 853 See photographs, opp. pages 527 Judg.4,21 22. 1.Chr.22, 3. Il.Chr.3, 9. Ezra 9,8. lsa.22,23, 2S;41.7. Deut.21,12. Dan.4,33;7, 19. NA'PHISH (refreshed). One of Ishmael's twelve sons; the clan which he founded is classed among the Hagarites. Also called Nephish I.Sam.19, 18,19,22; 20,1. Gen.2,25;3, 7. Ex.32,2S. I. Sam, 19, 24. Il.Chr. 28,15,19. Job 1,21;26, 6. Eccl.S.lS. Gen. 2,11,20 4,17;5,2;17. 5,15; Ex.34, 14. Ruth 4, 17. I.K.13.2. Neh.9,7. Isa. 44,5. Zech 6,12. Ruth 1,2.3, 8,11,19,20, 21,22;2,1,2, 20,22;3,1;4, 3,5.9,14. 16,17. Gen.25,15. 1 Chr.l.31;5, 18-22. Luke 3,34. Matt.1,4. Luke 3,32. John 20,25. Col.2,14.j Luke 7,11-17 Matt.25.36. Mark 14.51. John 21,7. Acts 19,16. II.Cor.5,3. Heb.4,13. Rev.3,17. Matt.l,23;6, 9. Mark 5, 9. Luke 1, 13,61,63. John 1,6. Rev.6.8;8. 11;13,1;14,1; 1S,4;16,9;17, 5;19,12,16. NAPH'TA-LI (my wrestling). (1) Son of Jacob and Bilhah, Rachel's handmaid. (2) The tribe descended from him. (3) Mountainous district which formed the main part of the territory of Naphtali; answering to "Mount Ephraim" and "Mount Judah" NAPH'TU-HIM. Hamitic race named among the seven peoples descended from Mizraim O. T. Gen. 30,8;35, 25;46,24;49, 21. Num.1, 43. Josh.19. 32-39;20,7. Judg.4,10. Gen.10,13. l.Chr.l.lL NAR-CIS'SDS. Person at Rome, household Paul sent greeting . . to whose NARD. See Spikenard NA'THAN (given). (1) Prophet in the time of David and Solomon, with whom David conferred concerning the building of the house of the Lord. (2) Son of Attai. (3) Son of David and Bath-sheba. (4) Father of one and brother of another of David's heroes. (5) A chief man who returned from exile. (6) Jew who put away his foreign wife NA-THAN'A-EL (gift of God). A native of Car.a of Galilee; a disciple of Jesus; thought to be the same as Bartholomew NA'THAN-ME'LECH (the king Eunuch in the court of Josiah is giver). NA'TIONS. (1) The father, head, and origin of a nation or people. (2) Country or king- dom. (3) Inhabitants of a particular coun- try. (4) The heathen or Gentiles. (5) Coun trymen NA-tTv'T-TY OF CHRFsT. See Christians; Jesus Christ NA'UM (consolation). Ancestor of Jesus .... NA'VY. Used in the sense of a fleet NAZ-A-RENE. Native of Nazareth. A con temptuous designation which was applied to Christ NAZ-A-RETH. Mountainous town of Galilee, near Cana. where the parents of Jesus lived and where he resided until his ministry It derives all its historical importance from this circumstance. It is not mentioned in the Old Testament or by any writer before Christ's time. For some unknown reason it was held in disrepute among the Jews of Judea. See photographs, opp. pages 156, 670, and 736 NAZ'A-RITE. One who consecrated himself to the Lord for a time, during which he ab- stained from certain things, and was pure and holy < NE'AH (shaking). City of Zebulun NE-AP'O-LIS (new city). Seaport of Mace- donia NE'A-RI'AH (servant of Jehovah). (1) Son of Shemiah. (2) A Simeonite captain NEB'A-I (fruitful). A signer of the Covenant NE-BA'IOTH (fruitfulness). of Ishmael, the son of The eldest Hagar. His son II.Sam.7,1- 17;12.1-1S, 2S;23.36. 1. K.1,10-14, 22-27,32-45. I.Chr.2,36; 3,5;11,38. Ezra 8,16; 10,39. II.K.23,11. Gen.21,13; 25.23;35,U. Ex.34,10. Deut.4.34. lsa.55,5. I.K.9,26. N.T. Matt.4,13. 15. Rev.7.6. Rom. 16,11. Luke 3,31. Num.6, 1-21 Judg.13,5. Amos 2,11,12 Josh.19,13. I.Chr.3,22, 23;4,42. Neh.10,19. Gen.25,13; scendants were called Nebajoth a pastoral people; also de- 28,9:36,3. 1. Chr.1,29. Is, 60,7. NE-BAL'LAT (hard). Danite town occupied Neh.11,34. by the Benjamites after the Captivity . . NE'BAT (regard). Father of Jeroboam, the I.K.11.26. first kins of the ten tribes II.Chr.9,29. John 1,45. 46,47.48,49; 21.2. Matt. 21.43. John 11, 48. 51; 18. 35. Acts 26, 4. Rev. 7, 9. Luke 3,25. Matt. 2. 23. Acts 24, 5. Matt. 2, 23; 21, 11. Mark 1.24; 10,47; 14,67; 16, 6. Luke 1, 26; 2, 51; 4, 16 John 1.45,46; 18, 5. Acts 3. 6; 10, 38; 26,9. Acts 16, 11. 82 INDEX. NEI O. T. NB'BO. (1) City allotted to Reuben; subject Num.32,3, of prophesies in Isaiah and Jeremiah. (2) [38. Deut.32, Mountain east of the Jordan, part of the ,49,50;34,1. range of Abarim from which Moses viewed the Promised Land. See photograph, opp. page 163. (3) City in Judah. (4) Ancestor of certain Jews who took strange wives. (5) An Assyrian god NEB-TJ-CHAD-NEZ'ZAR (may Nebo protect the crown!). The greatest of the kings of Babylon, son of Nabopolassar, the founder of the Babylonian Empire. Sent by his father against the Egyptian king, Pharaoh- necho, he defeated the latter in a great bat- tle on the Euphrates; conquered all the countries in Asia which Pharaoh-necho had occupied; and captured Jerusalem, carrying away as captives part of its inhabitants among them Daniel and his companions. On the death of his father, Nebuchadnezzar ascended the throne. The first four chap- ters of Daniel contain an account of events during the reign of Nebuchadnezzar, includ- ing the Divine infliction of madness which he for a time suffered. He was also called Nebuchadrezzar NHB-TJ-CHAD-REZ'ZAR. See Nebuchadnez- zar NEB-U-SHAS'BAN (Nebo saves me). Officer of Nebuchadnezzar NEB'U-ZAR-A'DAN (Nebo sends prosperity). Captain of Nebuchadnezzar's guard, who successfully conducted the siege of Jeru- salem. He treated Jeremiah with great consideration Neh.7,33. lsa.15,2; 46.1. Jer.48. 1.22. II.IC.24,1;25, 1,22. l.Chr. 6,15. Il.Chr. 36,6. Ezra 1, 7;5,14;6,5. Jer.24,l;27, 8;2e,ll,14; 29,1,21;32, 28;39,1,11; 43,10;49,28; 50,17;51,34; 52,4,28. Ezek.26,7; 29,19;30,10. Dan.2,l;3,l, 19,24;4,28, 33,34,37;S,18 NE'CHO. A king of Egypt in the time of Josiah, king of Judah NEC'RO-MAN'CER. One who pretends to re- veal future events by communication with the dead NED'A-BI'AH (largess of Jah). niah -. Son of Jeeo NEE'DLE-WORK. A species of weaving NEES'ING. Sneezing Jer.21,2. Jer.39,13. II.K.25.8. Jer.39,9,10, 13;40,1;43,6; 52.12,15,16, 26.30, II.Chr.35, 20.22;36,4. Deut.18.11. lsa.8,19; I.Chr.3,18. Ex.26,36. Job 41,18. NEG-IN'I-OTH. A title of several Psalms, Ps.4;6;54;55 signifying stringed instruments of music . . 67;76. NE-HE-MI'AH (comforted of Jehovah). (1) Returned exile. (2) Jewish patriot, son of Hachaliah. He was cup-bearer of Artax- erxes until he was sent by that king to re- build Jerusalem. He also undertook meas- ures to secure its good government. (3 Son of Azbuk Ezra 2,2. Neh.1.1,11; 2, 1-20; 3. 16 5; 6; 7, 7; 8. 9; 10, 1; 11; 12, 47; 13. NE-HE-MI'AH, BOOK OF. The sixteenth book of the Old Testament Canon; a con- tinuation of the Book of Ezra, narrating how Nehemiah returned to Jerusalem, re- built the walls in spite of the opposition of some of his countrymen, and, in conjunc- tion with Ezra, reestablished the law and the Sabbath in the country, and introduced other necessary reforms NE'HI-LOTH. Title of a Psalm, applied to wind instruments NE'HUM (consoled). A chief exile NE-HUSH'TA (brass). Wife of Jehoiakim, king of Judah, and mother of Jehoiachin . . NE-HUSH'TAN (made of copper). Name given by Hezekiah to the brazen serpent in the wilderness. See Brazen Serpent NEIGH'BOR. A near relation; a fellow coun tryman; any man connected by the bonds of humanity whom charity requires us to con- Ps. 5. Neh. 7, 7. U.K. 24, Num. 21, 8 U.K. 18,4. N. T. Ex. 3, 22; 20, Matt. 5, 43; 16; 22, 26. Mark 12. 33, Lev. 6, 2. Luke 1, 58; INDEX. NET sider as a friend or relative. The Phari- sees confined the meaning to people of their own nation. Christ taught them in the par- able of the Good Samaritan that all men are neighbors . . NE-KO'DA (distinguished). Jewish exiles The name of two NE-MU'EL (day of God). (1) A Reubenite, brother of Dathan and Abiram. (2) Son of Simeon, and head of the Nemulites; also called Jemuel . O. T. Deut. 4.42; 15. 2; 27,24. Ruth4, 7. 1. K. 8. 31. II. Chr. 6. 22. Job 12.4. Ezra 2, 48. Neh. 7. 62. Gen. 46, 10. Num. 26, 9. 12. I. Chr. 4.24. NE'PHEG (sprout). (1) One of the sons of Izhar, the son of Kohath. (2) Ninth of David's sons born in Jerusalem NEPH'EW. The word in the A. V. means "grandchild," or "descendant" generally . . NE'PhYl-Tm. See Giants NEPH'THA-LIM. Country and tribe of Naph- tali NEPH'TO-AH (opened). A place with a foun- tain and stream between Judah and Benja- min NE-PHU'SIM (expansions). Founder of a family of Temple servants; also called Ne- phishesim NER (a light). The father of Abner and Kish, and grandfather of King Saul NERD. See Spikenard NE'RETJS (wet). Christian at Rome NER'GAL (great hero). Deity of the Cuth- ites NER'GAL-SHA-RE'ZER (prince of fire). Name applied to two princes under Nebuchad nezzar Ex. 6, 21. [[.Sam. 5,15 1. Chr. 3, 7. Judg. 12, 14 Job 18, 19. Gen. 6, 4. Josh. 15,9; 18. 15. Ezra 2. 50. Neh. 7, 52. I.Sam.14.50, 51; 26, 5. I. Chr. 8, 33. NE'RI (lamp of Jehovah). Ancestor of Christ probably the same as Neriah NE-RI'AH (Jah Is light). Son of Maaselah and father of Seraiah and Baruch; prob ably same as Neri NE'RO. Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus, Ro man emperor to whom Paul appealed. He is not mentioned in the Scriptures except as "emperor" or by his surname Caesar ... NET. Nets were much used by the Hebrews for fishing, hunting, and fowling. Figur- atively denote God's entangling afflictions with which he punishes men; mischief cun- ningly devised; the Jewish rulers and priests; the Church, or the dispensation of the Gospel NE-THAN'E-EL (God gives). (1) Prince of Issachar during the Exodus. (2) Priest and doorkeeper for the Ark. (3) A Levite. I ) Son of Obededom. (5) Prince sent by Je- hoshaphat to teach the law in the cities of Judah. (6) A Levite in Josiah's reign. (7) Priest who divorced his Gentile wife. (8) Priest under Joiakim. (9) A Levite and musician NETH'A-NI'AH (given of Jehovah). (1) Head of a division of Temple singers. (2) Levite sent by Jehoshaphat to teach the law in the cities of Judah. (3) Son of Shelamiah. (4) Father of the Ishmael who killed Gedallah N. T. 10, 29;14. 12; 15; 6. John 9,8. Acts 7 27. Rom. 13 10; 15. 2. Eph. 4 , 25. II. K. 17. 30. Jer.39.3,13. Jer.51,59. Jer.32,12;36 4;51,59. Job 19.6. Ps.9.15. Prov.29,5. Isa.51,20. Lam. 1,13. Hos. 5, 1. Mic. 7,2. Num,1.8;2, 5;7,18-23; 10,15. I.Chr, 15,24;24,6; 26,4. Il.Chr. 17,7;35,9. Ezra 10,22. Neh.12,21.36 I.Chr.25,2. 12. Il.Chr. 17,8. Jer.36, 14;40,8,14, 15;41.1,2,6- 12.16,18. I. Tim. 5, 4. Matt. 4. 13, 15. Rom. 16. 15. Luke 3,27,28 Luke 3,27,28 Acts 25,8,10, 11,12,21; 26, 32; 27,24. Phil.4,22. Matt.4,18, 21; 13,47. Mark 1,16,18 19. Luke 5,2 4,5,6. John 21.6,8,11. BS *s" INDEX. NIM" O. T. N. T. NETH'I-NIM (one given). A class of persons employed as servants of the Levites in their ministrations in the Tabernacle and in the Temple NE-TO'PHAH (distillation). The name of a town apparently in Judah NET'WORK. (1) Broad brass sieve beneath the fire of the altar, through which the ashes fell. (2) Plaited work around the two court pillars of the Temple. (3) Gen eral name for cotton fabrics NEW TES'TA-MENT. It consists of four Gospels, the Acts of the Apostles, twenty- one Epistles, and the Revelation. All these books were written within the first century after Christ; but between two or three cen- turies passed before the Canon was finally settled. All Christian churches have the same New Testament except in different versions NE-zT'AH (preeminent). Progenitor of a fam- ily of Nethinim NE'ZIB (an idol). City of Judah NIB'HAZ (barker). Idol of the Avites NIB'SHAN (fertile). City of Judah NI-CA'NOR (conqueror). One of the first sev- en deacons of the early Church NIC'O-DE'MUS (victor of the people). A noted Pharisee and member of the Sanhedrin, who defended Christ against the Pharisees. NIC'O-LA'I-TANS. the Lord A sect condemned by NIC'O-LAS (conqueror of the people). One of of the seven deacons of the early Church . . NI-COP'O-LIS (city of victory), of Epirus Noted city NI'GER (black). Surname of Simeon, a prophet and teacher of Antioch _ * NIGHT. That time while the sun is absent and below the horizon. Figuratively used to denote, adversity and affliction; a time of ignorance and helplessness; death NIGHT HAWK. One of the unclean birds; some have rendered it "ostrich," others, "owl" ! NIGHT WATCH. See Hour l.Chr.9,2. Ezra 2,43, 58;8,20. Neii.3,26. Ezra 2, 22. Neh. 7, 26. Ex. 27,4; 38 4. I.K. 7, 18, 20.41.42. Isa 19,9. Ezra 2,. 54. Neh. 7. 56. Josh.15,43. II.K.17,31. Josh.15,62. Gen. 1,5. Ex 12,30. lsa.21 12. Mic.3,6. Zech.14,6,7. Lev.11.16. Deut.14,15. NILE. This great river of Egypt, probably the second longest river in the world, its entire length being 4,000 miles, is connected with the earliest history of the Egyptian and Israelitish nations. It is formed by the junction of the White Nile and the Blue or Black Nile, flows north and empties into the Mediterranean, enriching the country through which it passes, by its annual over- flow. The name does not occur in the A. V. but it is often referred to under different titles. It is called "Sihor" or "Shihor;" the "rivers of Cush;" the "river of Egypt;" "the sea;" "the river;" "the flood of Egypt." See photographs, opp. pages 39, 47; 407, 527 and 656 NIM'RIM Moab . . (pure). A stream or brook NIM'ROD (strong). A son of Cush, the eld- est son of Ham. He was a "mighty hunt- er," a conqueror, and the founder of Baby- lon Ps.63.6. Gen.15,18. Ex.2,3-7.20, 21. Num. 11. 5. Josh. 13,9 l.Chr.13,5. Job 41,31. lsa.ll,15;18 _. 19, 5; 23,3 Jer.2,18; 46, 7,8. Ezek. 29,4. Amos8 8. Nah.3,8. Zech.14.17, 18. Isa.15.6. Jer.48,34. Gen.10,8.9. I.Chr.1,10. Mic.5.6. Acts 6, 5. John 3,1.4,9; 7,50; 19,39. Rev.2,6,15. Acts 6,5. Tit.3,12. Acts 13,1. Matt.2,14. John 9,4. Rom.13,12. Rev.21,25; 22,5. INDEX. NOR NIN'E-VEH (dwelling of Ninus). Famous city of the ancient world, on the eastern bank of the Tigris; capital of the Assyrian Empire; once included in the Babylonian Empire. It was one of the largest cities that ever existed; but civilization brought corruption of morals. Jonah was com- manded to preach in Nineveh, Nahum prophesied against it, and Zephaniah fore- told its desolation O. T. Gen. 10,11. ll.K.19,36. Isa.37,37. Jon. 1,2; 3. 2,3,4,5,6,7; 4,11. Nah.l, " 2,8; 3, 7. Zeph.2,13. NI'SAN. The first month of the Hebrew sacred year, and the seventh month of the civil year. Also called Abib NIS'ROCH. Hebrew form of the name of an Assyrian deity NI'TRE. An earthy and alkaline salt resem- bling, and used for, soap NO. An ancient city of Egypt. See No-amon NO'A-DI'AH (Jah assembles). (1) A Levite. (2) Prophetess who tried to stop Nehemiah's work NO'AH (quiet). (1) Son of Lamech, and tenth in descent from Adam; who was preserved with his family in the Ark, from the flood which destroyed the human race. He died at the age of 950 years. He "found grace in the eyes of the Lord," and is named among the heroes of faith; also called Noe. (2) A daughter of Zelophehad NO-A'MON (place of Amon). The populous and celebrated capital of Upper Egypt, sit- uated on both sides of the Nile; also called Diospolis, Thebes, and No Ex.13,4. Neh.2,1. Est.3,7. II K.19,37. Isa.37,38. Prov. 25,20. Jer.2,22. Jer.46,25. Nah.3,8. Ezra 8,33. Neh.6,14. Gen. 5.29,30 6,8,9,10; 7,1 23; 8,1,6,20; 9,1,8,24.29; 10,1,32. Num.26,33; 27.1;36,11. Josh. 17,3. Jer.46,25. Ezek.30,14, 15,16. Nah. 3.8. NOB (height). City of Benjamin, near Jeru- salem, belonging to the priests, where the Tabernacle was stationed in Saul's time... NO'BAH (a bark). (1) Manassite warrior who gave his name to Kerath NO'BLE-MAN. Courtier or rider connected with the court of Herod NOD (flight). The land where Cain dwelt . . NO'DAB (nobility). Descendant of Ishmael and founder of an Arabian tribe NO'E. Greek form of Noah NO'GAH (a shining). Son of David born in Jerusalem NO'HAH (rest). Son of Benjamin NOI'SOME. Noxious; hurtful NON. See Nun NOPH. A famous city of Egypt. See Mem- phis NO'PIIAH (blast). Place in Moab NORTH (scatterer). The Shemite in speak ing of the quarters of the heavens and the earth, supposes his face turned towards the east, so that the east is before him, the west behind, the south on the right hand and the north on the left. Hence words signifying east, west, north, and south, sig nify also that which is before, behind, on the right hand, and on the left NORTH COUN'TRY. Term applied to the countries north of Palestine, whence came invaders and foes I. Sam. 21,1; 22,9,11,19. Neh.11,32. Isa.10,32. Num.32.42. Judg.8,11. Gen.4,16. I.Chr.5,19. I.Chr.3.' 14,6. I.Ch,.8,2. Ezek.14,15. I.Chr.7,27. Isa.19.13. Jer.2,lb. Num. 21,30 I, K. 7.25. I.Chr.9,24. Ps.48 2. Eccl. L 6. Cant. 4 16. Isa. 43, 6. Jer.1,15. Ezek. 20, 47, Zeph. 2, 13. Isa. 41, 25. Jer. 114. Ezek. 26, 7. N. T. Matt.12,41. Luke 11,30. 32. John <*.46,49 Matt.24,37. Luke 13,29. Rev. 21, 13. 84 INDEX. OBE NOSE JEW-ELS. A ring of gold or other metal upon which jewels were strung; it was put through one of the nostrils NOVICE, perience One not matured in Christian ex NUM'BER. The following numbers had a symbolical meaning according to the He- brews: three, four, five, seven, ten, twelve, forty, and seventy. Seven implied perfec- tion and was used in connection with both holy and unholy things NUM'BERS, BOOK OF. The fourth book of Moses, and of the Old Testament. It em- braces the continuation of the Sinaitic leg- islation, the march through the wilderness, the rejection of the whole generation, and the commencement of the conquest of Canaan NUN (a fish). Father of Joshua; also called Non NURSES. Nurses were highly esteemed in ancient times. Rebekah's nurse was buried at Allon-bachuth with great mourning .... NURS'TnG FA'TIIER. Foster father .... NUTS. (1) Pistachio nuts. (2) Walnuts NYM'PHAS (nymph-given). Christian of Lao dicea O. T. Prov. 11, 22, Isa. 3, 21. Ex. 22, 1; 25, 37; 27. 21. Num. 19, 4. Josh. 6, 4. Isa. 6, 3. Ezek. 37, 9. N. T. INDEX. OG O.T. I.Tim.3,6. Matt. 4,2;18 21,22. Luke 10, 1; 17, 4. Rev. 1,4 12, 13;1S,1. Ex. 33, 11 Num. 11, 28. Gen. 24, 59; 35, 8. Isa. 49,23. Isa. 49, 23. Gen. 43,11. Cant. 6, 11. o OAK (strong). Besides referring definitely to the oak this word signifies the elm tree, and any strong, flourishing tree. The oak was often used as a landmark and to designate the locality of certain events. See photo- graph, opp. page 17 OATH. To take an oath is to call God to witness what we affirm. The custom was observed in the days of the patriarchs. God also bound himself by oaths. The taking of an oath was accompanied by the rais- ing of the hand toward heaven; also by put- ting the hand under the thigh. Our Lord prohibited the use of profane and careless oaths '. OBA-DI-AH (servant of Jah). (1) Governor of Ahab's household who hid one hundred persecuted prophets. (2) Descendant of David; probably the same as Juda and Abi- hud. (3) Man of Issachar. (4) Son of Azel (5) A Levite. (6) A Gadite hero. (7) Father of Ishmaiah. (8) Noble sent by Jehosha- phat to teach the law. (9) A Levite, over- seer in the repairing of the Temple by Josi- ah. (1) Head of a party of exiles. (11) Priest who sealed the Covenant. (12) One of the Minor Prophets O-BA-DI'AH, BOOK OF. It begins with the denunciation of the Edomites for their wicked and cruel conduct toward the Jews in the days of their misfortune, and closes with predicting the discomfiture of the Edomites, and the restored glory and hap- piness of the descendants of Jacob O'BAL (bare). Son of Joktan; founder of an Arabian tribe; also called Ebal O'BED (serving). (1) Son of Boaz and Ruth, and grandfather of David. (2) Father of Jehu. (3) One of David's warriors. (4) Son of Shemaiah; gate-keeper of the Temple. (5) Father of Azariah O'BED-ED'OM (serving Edom). (1) Levite who kept the Ark of God after Uzzah was slain for touching it. (2) Son of Jeduthun. (3) Keeper of the sacred vessels in the time of Amaziah I Gen. 35, 4, 8. Judg. 6,11. II. Sam. 18,9, 10. 1.K.13,14 Amos 2, 9. Zech. 11, 2. Gen. 21, 23; 24,2,3; 26,3; 50,25. Ex.22, 11. Lev. 5,4. Deut. 29, 12. Judg. 21,5. Neh. 5, 12. Ezek. 21, 23. Zech. 8,17. I.K.I 8,3.4,S 6,7,16.1. Chr. 3, 21; 7, 3; 8,38; 9,16,44; 12, 9; 27, 19. II. Chr. 17, 7-9; 34, 12. Ezra 8, 9. Neh. 10, 5 Obad. 1. I.Thess. 2,7, O-BE'DI-ENCE (to hear intelligently). Sub- Gen. 18 19. jection to rightful restraint or control; com- Ex. 20, 12. pliance with that which is required by au- Num. 27, 20. thority. The obedience of men to God is a Deut. 4, 30. Col. 4, 15. Matt. 5,33, 14,7,9; 26,72 Mark 6, 26. Luke 1,73. Acts 2,30; 23, 21. Heb.6,16 17;7,20,21,28 Jam. 5,12. Matt. 1, 13. Luke 3,26. Gen. 10,28. I. Chr. 1,22. Ruth 4, 17- 22. I. Chr. 2, 12, 37, 38; 11, 47; 26, 7. II. Chr. 23,1. II.Sam.6,10, 11,12. 1. Chr. 15, 18, 24; 16, II. Chr. 25,24. Matt. 1, 5. Luke 3,32, duty; of children to parents; of servants to employers; of citizens to the government.. OB-E-LISK. An upright four-sided pillar gradually tapering as it rises and terminat ing in a pyramid. The Egyptian obelisks were covered with hieroglyphics. See pho tograph, opp. page 79 , O'BIL (chief of the camels). An Ishmaelite; keeper of David's camels OB-LA "HON. See Offering O'BOTH (battles). A station of the Israelites near Moab OB-SERVER OF TIMES. One who foretold political or physical changes by the motion of clouds OC'RAN (muddler). Father of Pagiel who was chief of Asher at the time of the Ex- odus O'DED (erecting). (1) The father of Azariah the prophet. (2) A prophet in Samaria . . O'DOR (restful). Odorous extracts were used in the form of incense, as ointments, and in water with which clothing, beds, etc., were sprinkled. The groves of Lebanon were anciently famous for their fragrance. The prayers of the saints are figuratively lik- ened to odors OF'FENSE. Any thing that a man finds in his way that may occasion him to stumble and fall. In a figurative and moral sense it signifies an impediment, sin, contempt .... OF'FER-ING. Anything offered to God as a means of conciliating His favor. They have been divided into three kinds: those de- signed to procure favor; those expressive of gratitude; those meant to atone for sins. The objects offered were salt, meal, baked and roasted grain, olive-oil, clean animals, such as oxen, goats, and doves; but not fish. If the desire of the worshiper was to express his gratitude he offered a peace or thank-offering; if to obtain forgiveness a trespass or sin-offering. The "meat offer- ing" was always a vegetable offering, a cake made of flour and oil. Burnt-offerings were those which were entirely consumed by Are upon the altar and were the most ancient on Scriptural record. Only oxen, male sheep or goats, or turtledoves and young pigeons, all without blemish, were fit for burnt-offerings. The place where of- ferings were exclusively presented was the outer court of the national sanctuary; at first the Tabernacle, afterwards the Temple. Every offering made elsewhere was forbid den under penalty of death II. K. 21, 8. Isa. 1, 19, Ezek. 18, 19. OF'FI-CER. (1) A eunuch. (2) A scribe; from the use of writing in judicial adminis- tration, a magistrate or prefect. (3) A su- perintendent, either civil, military, or ec- clesiastical. (4) A chief tax collector. (5) A bailiff OF'FICES OF CHRIST. (1) A prophet to enlighten and instruct. (2) A priest to make atonement for His people. (3) A king to rule over them OFF'SCOUR'ING (refuse). Figuratively used to express something vile OG (long-necked). An Amoritish king of Ba- Num. 21,33- shan, a giant in size; his iron bedstead be- 35; 32,33. ing preserved as a memorial of his stature. Deut. 3,11; He was defeated and slain by the Israel- 31,4. Josh, ites under Moses: and his country assigned 2,10; 13,31; to the tribe of Manasseh I.K.4,19. lNeh.9,22. I. Chr. 27,30. Lev.2,4. Num.21,10, 11;33,43,44. Deut.18,9, 10,14. Num.l,13;2, 27;7.72; 10,26. II.Chr.15,1; 28,9. Lev.26,31. II.Chr.16,14. Esth.2.12. Cant.4.11. Jer.34,5. Dan.2,46. Hos.14,7. I.Sam.25, 31. Eccl.10, 4. Isa.8,14. Hos. 5,15. Gen. 4. 3; 8 20; 22,2. 7,8 13; Ex.18,12 20,24; 24,5; 29, 14, 18, 24 27,28,41; 30 9; 40.29. Lev. 1,2,10,14:2, 13;3,1;4.3,25, 26,29; 5,6,15, 16;6,14; 14, 10;7,11.37; 9, 4; 23, 15. Num. 4, 16; 6,14,17; 7,13, 17; 10,10; 15, 18,8;28,11. Josh. 8, 31. I. K. 3,13,15. II, Chr .2, 4; 7.7;29, 7,31. Neh 10,37. Jer. 17, 26. N.T. Acts 6, 7. Rom. 15, 18, II. Cor. 2,9. Eph. 6, 5. Phil.2.8. Tit 2. 5. I. Pet. 1,14. Ex. 5, 6-19. Num. 11 16. Deut.16,18. Judg. 9,28, I.K.4,5. Ps.2,6; 45,1, Isa. 53. Zech, 9, 9. Lam. 3, 45. Matt. 16, 23. Acts 24. 16. Rom. 4, 25. l.Cor. 10,32. I. Pet. 2,8. Mark9,49; 12, 33. Luke 21, 4; 23, 36. Acts 24, 17. Rom. 15, 16. Eph. 5, 2. Heb.10, 5,6 8,10,11,14,181 Matt. 5,25. Luke 12, 58. John 7, 32, 45,46; 18,3, 12,22. Acts 5.22. John 6. 14. Heb.7.12-r Rev. 17, 14; 19,16. I. Cor. 4, 13 85 INDEX. OMN O. T. N. T. INDEX. ORD O'HAD (unity). a family Son of Simeon, and head of Gen. 46, 10. Ex. 6.15. O'HEL (tent). Son of Zerubbabel OIL. Among the nations mentioned in the Bible, oil was used for anointing the head and body, especially on festivals and joy- ous occasions. Hence the use of oil is significant of joy and gladness, aud the omission of it denoted sorrow. The oil was made from the olive-berry, and was often perfumed with spices. It was also used by the Jews in the consecration of kings and high-priests; in the meat-offering; for illumi- nating purposes in lamps; in the preparation of food, taking the place of butter and lard; for medicinal purposes; and for an- ointing the dead. In ancient times the methods for extracting the oil from the olive-berry were very simple. Two reser- voirs, usually eight feet square, and four feet deep, were arranged one above the other; the berries were placed in the up- per one and were then trodden out with the feet. Another method was crushing the berries with stone rollers and then subject- ing th^rn to a heavy pressure OINT'MENTS. They were used by the He- brews more as a luxury than for medicinal purposes. They were generally made from olive oil perfumed with spices; those used by the rich were very costly OLD GATE. Name of a gate of Jerusalem. OLD PROPH'ET. A prophet living at Bethel in the reign of Jereboam I OLD TES'TA-MENT. It consists of thirty- nine books. The dates when these books were written vary from the time of Moses to the time of Ezra. They are called the "Old Testament" because they pertain- ed to the old covenant ■ OL'IVE. The most common fruit tree of Palestine, resembling our apple tree in size, shape, and mode of cultivation. Its fruit is plum-shaped and nearly black when ripe. It is chiefly valuable for the oil which is, pressed from the fruit, and which has var- ious uses. Many figurative allusions are made to this tree. The olive branch is an emblem of peace OL'IVES, MOUNT OF; OL'I-TET. A noted mountain or range east of Jerusalem; so called from the olive trees with which it formerly abounded. The scene of many events connected with the life of Christ; also referred to as the "Mount,'" the "Mount facing Jerusalem," the "mountain which is on the east side of the city," and the "Mount of Corruption." See photo- graph, opp. page 705 O-LYM'PAS. A Christian at Rome. O-LYM'PIA. A beautiful valley in Elis in the Peloponnesus, through which runs the river Alpheus. The scene of the celebrated Olympic games. See photograph, opp. page oOl ................... O'MAR (talkative). Son of Eliphaz, and Gen.36,15. grandson of Esau I.Chr.1,36. I.Chr.3.20. Gen. 28. 18. Ex.25.6;29.2 23; 30, 25; Lev.2,1,4,15 16; 7, 10. Num. 18, 12. Deut. 28, 40; 32. 13; 33, 24. I.Sam. 10.1; 16,l.II.Sam. 14. 2. I.K.l, 39; 5. 11; 17, 12, 14. II. K. 4,2,6,7; 9,1, 3.6. I. Chr. 27,28. Ezra 3.7. Est.2,12. Ps. 23. 5. Prov, 21, 17. Isa. 61, 3. Jer. 41, 8. Ezek. 16, 13, 18. Hos.2.5, Hag.1,11. Ex. 3d ,25. II.K.20,13.1. Chr.9,30.Ps. 133, 2. Prov. 27.9. Cant. 1,3. Neh.3,6;12,9 I.K.13,11-32 Gen. 8,11. Rom. 11, 1" Deut. 28,40.124. Jam. 3, Matt. 25, 3.4 26,12. Mark 6,13. Luke 10, 34. Jam. 5; 14. Rev. 6,6; 18, 13. Matt. 26, 7. Mark 14.3.4. Luke 7, 37, 38,46. John 11,2; 12,3. Jude. 9,8,9 15,5. I. K. 6, 23, 31. Job 15,33. Ps.52, 8; 128,3. Jer. 11,16. Hos. 14,6. II.Sam.15.30 32; 16.1. I.K. 11.7.II.K.23, 13,14. Neh, 8,15. Ezek. 11.23. Zech. 14,4, O-ME'GA. The last letter of the Greek al- phabet. (See Alpha) O'MER. Hebrew dry measure; an ephah tenth of Ex.16,16,18, 36. OM-NIP'O-TENCE OP GOD. His Almighty power, which may especially be seen in the Creation; the preservation of His creatures; the redemption of men by Christ; the conversion of sinners; the continuation Gen.l. Job 26. Ps. 110.3. 12. Rev, 11,4. Matt.21 1; 24.3; 26.30. Mark 11.1, 13.3; 14,26. Luke 19.29. 37; 21,37; 22.39. John 8.1. Acts 1, 12. Rom. 16,15. Rev.1,8,11; 21.6,"22.13. Matt.13,41- 43. Luke 1. 35,37. Rom. 1.16. I.Cor. 15. Phil. 3,21 and success of His gospel in the world; the final perseverance of the saints; the Resur- rection; and in making the righteous happy forever, and punishing the wicked OM'NI-PRES'ENCE OF GOD. His being present in every place OM-nTsC'IENCE OF GOD. That perfection by which He knows all things UM'RI (God taught). (1) A captain of the host of Israel. He was made king in- stead of Zimri who had conspired against Elah and slain him. He founded the city of Samaria. (2) Son of Becher the son of Benjamin. (3) Son of Imri. (4) Prince of Issachar in David's time ON (strength). (1) Famous city of Lower Egypt, on the east side of the Nile, near Memphis. Also called Heliopolis. "Cleo- patra's Needle" an obelisk now in Central Park, New York, formerly stood in On. See photograph, opp. page 495. (2) Reuben- ite leader who rebelled against Moses O'NAM (strong). (1) A son of Shobal. (2) One of the sons of Jerahmeel and Atarah. . O'NAN (strong). Second son of Judah who refused to obey the law of raising up chil- dren by the widow of his deceased elder brother O-NES'I-MUS (profitable). Fugitive slave of Philemon of Colosse; a convert of Paul.... ON'E-SIPH'O-RCS (profit bringer). A disci- ple of Ephesus, who befriended Paul in Rome Ps. 139. Isa. 46, 10. I.K.16,16. II K.8,26. II. Chr.22,2. Mic.6,16. Gen.41,45; 46.20. Num. 16,1. Gen.36,23. I.Chr.1,40; 2,26,28. Gen.38,4.9; 46.12. Num 26.19. I.Ch. 2,3 N. T. Col.1.16. Heb.1,3. I. Pet. 1.5. Rev 19.16. Acts 17,27. Heb. 13,13. Mark 13.32. I.John 3,20. Col. 4. 9. Philem. 10. II.Tim .1,16 17; 4,19- ON'ION. A well known garden vegetable. .. Num. 11, 5. O'NO (strong). City of Benjamin I.Chr.8,12. O-NY-CHA (a scale). Ingredient of the holy perfume O'NYX. A precious stone consisting of dif- ferent colored bands or layers, and evi- dently of great value from the uses made of it. Onyx stones were used in the con- struction of the Temple O'PHEL (hill). A place or quarter of Jeru- salem, near the walls, on the east side O'PHIR (fruitful). (1) A son of Joktan. a descendant of Sbem. (2) The gold region to which Solomon sent his fleet from a port on the Red Sea. It has been various- ly located as being in Arabia, in Eastern Africa, and in India. The Joktanite Ophir, on the coast of Arabia, is probably the place referred to, although the voyage may have been continued to India OPH'Nl (moldy). City of Benjamin. Ex.30,34. Ex.25,7; 28, 20. I.Chr.29 2. Job 28,16 Ezek.28,13. n,Chr.27.3; 33,14. Neh.3 26; 11,21. Gen.10.29. I.K.9 28; 10, 11; 22,48. I Chr.1.23; 29, 4. II.Chr.8 18; 9,10. Job 22.24; 28,16. Ps.45,9. Isa 13,12. Josh.18,24. OPH'RAH (a fawn). (1) A city of Manasseh, Judg. 6, li- the home of Gideon. (2) A city in the 24; 8,27. I. northeastern part of Benjamin; possibly Sam. 13.17. identical with Ephraim. (3) Son of Meono- I.Chr.4.14. thai, of Judah II.Chr.13,19. OR'A-CLE (to speak). (1) In the Old Testa- ment the "holy of holies," where God de- clared His will to the people. (2) In the New Testament, the Scriptures, which con- tain God's will OR'DI-NANCES. The laws and command- ments of God and of civil rulers. It also refers to religious ceremonies 1 1. Sam. 16,23 I.K.6.16;8,6. II.Chr.4,20. Ps.28,2. Ex.18.20. Lev. 18.4. Ezra 3,10. John 11,54. Acts 7,38. Rom. 3,2. Heb. 5. 12. I.Pet.4,11. Heb.9.1.10. I.Pet.2.13. 86 INDEX. OWL O. T. I. OR-Dl-NA'TION. The act of confering holy Ex. 28, 1. orders; of initiating a person into the min- Num.3,3,9; istry, or of publicly recognizing the rela- 8,6-ll;27,18. tion which has been entered into, by mu- tual agreement, between a minister and a church. The Hebrew priests; Levites, pro- phets, and kings, were solemnly ordained for their several offices O'REB (wolf). (1) Prince of the Midianites Judg.7.25;8 Deut.34,9. Judg.11.12. I.Chr.9,22. Jer.1,5. overcome by Gideon and slain by the Eph raimites. (2) Rock where Oreb was slain.. OR'GAN. According to the Scriptural sense, that which is inflated or blown, and is applied to a reed, either simple or complex. O-RI'ON (strong). The tion seen in November southern eonstella- OR'NA-MENT (trapping). Ornaments were much worn by the Hebrews and people of the East, and consisted principally of rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and noserings. The laying aside of ornaments seems to have been a sign of mourning. The laws, religion, and the prosperity of the Jews, were figuratively called "excel- lent ornaments" OR'NAN (strong). A Jebusite by whose threshing-floor the angel of the Lord stood; also called Araunah OR'PAH (fawn). Daughter-in-law of Naomi OR'PHANS (lonely). By the Mosaic law they were to be treated with special leni- ency and kindness, and were accorded spec- ial privileges O'SEE. A form of Hosea O-SHE'A. See Joshua, No. 1 OS'PREY. A species of eagle, and one of the unclean birds '. . . . OS'SLFRAGE. Largest vulture of the Holy Land. One of the unclean birds OS'TRICH. An extremely large bird which often reaches the height of seven feet. It cannot fly; but it runs with astonishing rapidity. Wrongly translated "owl" in Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Micah. See photo graph, opp. page 406 OTH'NI (forcible). Son of Shemaiah. OTH'NI-EL (lion of God). Son of Kenaz; first judge of Israel, who obtained in mar- riage Caleb's daughter, by his valor at the seige of Debir OTJCH'ES (twisting). Sockets for fastening the precious stones in the shoulder-piece of the high-priest's ephod OUT'GO-TNGS. - The utmost limits OVEN. There were several different kinds mentioned in the Bible; but the most com- mon form was an earthen vessel open at the top, within which a fire was made; the dough was then spread on the outside where it quickly baked. God's enemies and unclean persons are compared to ovens; it is also an expression for scarcity O-VER-SE'ER. Pastor of a Christian congre- gation; identical with presbyter or elder... OWL. One of the unclean fowls 3. Isa. 10,26. Gen.4,21. Job 21,12; 30, 31. Ps. 150,4. Job 9,9. Amos 5,8. Ex.33,4,5,6. Judg.8,26. Prov.25.12. Isa.3,18.19; 61,10. Jer. 2,32; 4,30. Ezck. 16,7,11 I.Chr.21,15, 18.20-25,28. II.Chr.3.1. Ruth 1,4-14. Deut.24,17, 21. Job 29, 12. Lam. 5, 3. Num. 13,8. Lev.11.13. Deut.14.12. Lev.11,13. Deut.14,12. Job 39, 13. Isa.l3,21;34 13. Jer. 50, 39. Lam. 4. 3 Mic. 1,8. I.Chr.26,7. Josh.15,17. Judg.1.13; 3,9,11. I. Chr.4,13; 27 15. Ex.28,11, 13 14,25; 39,6, 13,18. Josh.17.9. Ex.8.3. Lev, 2,4; 7,9; 11, 35; 26,26. Ps.21,9. Lam.5.10. Hos.7,4,6.7. Mal.4,1. N. T. Mark 3, 14. John 6,70. Acts 6,6; 14, 23. l.Cor.7, 17. Phil. 1,1. I.Tim.3,10, 12,13. Tit. 1,5. INDEX. PAL I.Tlm.2,10. Lev. 11,16. John 14,18. Jam.1,27. Rom.9,25. Matt.6,30. Luke 12,28. Acts 20,17, 28. OX. Term used collectively for all bovine quadrupeds. It was clean according to the Levitical law, and its strength and patience as well as its value for food made it an important possession among the Hebrews. O'ZEM (strength). (1) The sixth son of Jesse. (2) A son of Jerahmeel O-ZI'AS. Greek form of Uzziah. OZ'NI (attentive). Fourth son of Gad, and founder of a tribal family; also called Ezbon PA'A-RAI ant men; (yawning). One of David's vali more correctly called Naarai PA'DAN-A'RAM (table-land of Aram). The country from which Isaac obtained Re- bekah; from whence Jacob secured his wives; and where La ban lived. Usually identified with Mesopotamia, especially the "plain of Mesopotamia"; also called Aram and Padan PAD'DLE. A small spade PA'DON (deliverance). Founder of a family of Nethinim who returned from exile... PA'GI-EL (God meets). Son of Ocran and chief of the tribe of Asher in the wilder ness PA'HATH-MO'AB (governor of Moab). An- cestor of an influential family of Judah which returned to Jerusalem from captiv ity PAINT (dye). It was used by the Hebrews to color the walls of their houses; the heathen adorned their temples with paint- ings of their idols. Painting the eyes was common among the Hebrew women PAL'ACE (a citadel). In the Old Testament "palace" denotes either the whole group of buildings that form the royal residence, which are enclosed by the outer wall, or simply one of those buildings. In the New Testament the word generally means the residence of a wealthy or prominent per son. See photograph of the palace of the Caesars at Rome, opp. page 701 PA'LAL (a judge). Son of TJzar. PAL'ES-TINE. Name applied to the whole country of the Israelites. It is bounded west by the Mediterranean, south and east by the desert that separates it from Egypt, Arabia, and Mesopotamia, and north by the mountains of Lebanon and Anti-Libanus. The average length is about one hundred and fifty miles, and the average width, about eighty miles. The original name was Canaan; it is also called Palestina Philistia, the Promised Land, Land of Israel, Land of Judah or Judea, and the Holy Land. For divisions of Palestine, see Bible Atlas PAL'LU (distinguished). Son of Reuben, and head of the Palluites; also called Phallu... PALM'ER-WORM'. of locust A destructive species PALM'TREE'. The palm tree or "date-tree" is remarkable for its erect sylindrical stem crowned with a cluster of long, feather-like leaves; and for the number of uses to which every part of the plant is applied. This tree sometimes grew to the height of one O. T. Ex.20,17; 22, 9. Lev.7,23. Num.7,3. Deut. 14,4. Josh.6,21. I.Chr.2,15. 25. Gen.46,16. Num.26,16. II.Sam.23, 35. I.Chr.ll, 37. Gen.25,20; 28,2,5,6,7; 31,18; 33,18; 35,9,26; 46, 15; 48,7. Num.23,7. Deut.23,13. Ezra 2, 44. Neh.7,47. Num.1,13; 2 27; 7.72,77; 10,26. Ezra 2,6; 10 30. Neh.3,11 7,11. II.K.9,30. Jer.4,30; 22, 14. Ezek.23 14,40. I.K.16.18. II.K.15,25. I.Chr.29,1. Neh.1,1. Ps 45,15. Isa. 25,2. Dan. 4, 4, Amos 3,9, 10.11; 4,3. Nah.2,6. Nch. 3, 25. Gen.l2,5;15, 18; 50. 24. Ex.13,17; IS, 14. Lev. 25, 23. Judg.19 29. I. Sam. 13,19. Ps. 60, 8; 85,1; 108,9. Isa.14, 29, 31. Ezek 7,2. Joel 3, 4. Hag. 1.1 Zech.2,12. Gen. 46. 9. Ex. 6, 14. Num. 26. 5. Joe 11, 4; Amos 4, 9. N. T. Matt,22,4. Luke 13,15; 14,5,19. John 2, 14. 15. Acts 14, 13. I.Cor.9,9 Matt.1.8. Matt. 26,3,58 Mark 14,54, 66. Luke 11, 21. John 18, 15. PhII.1,13. Matt 21. 2.20, John 12, 13. Rev. 7, 9. 87 INDEX. PAR terlstic of Judea, though not more abun- dant there than in other countries. Figur- atively used as an emblem of the righteous, and a symbol of victory. See photograph, opp. page 441 PAL'SY (paralysis). A disease which de prives either the whole body or a part of it of motion or sensation. The suffering is intense, and death usually soon follows Palsy is one of the least curable of diseases PAL'TI (Jah delivers). (1) Son of Raphu; one of the spies who explored Canaan... PAL'TI-EL (God delivers). A chief of Is sachar , PAM-PHYL'I-A (of every race). A Roman province of Asia Minor, twice visited by Paul PAN'NAG. Hebrew word meaning either a confection or spice PA'PER. It was made from the leaves of the paper reed or bulrush PA'PHOS (hot). City of Cyprus where Paul blinded a sorcerer PAR'A-BLE (to compare). It denotes a fic- titious narrative invented for the purpose of conveying truth in a less offensive form than by direct assertion; an obscure or enigmatical saying; or any discourse ex- pressed in figurative or poetical form. The parables of Christ claim pre-eminence on account of their number, variety, opposite- ness, and beauty. See Parables of the Old Testament and Parables of our Lord, after Index PAR'A-DISE (forest; orchard). Used for a place of exquisite delight; applied to the Garden of Eden PAR'A-DISE, RIVERS OF. The Garden of Eden has been placed in the mountains of Belurtag, in Central Asia, at the point where this chain unites with the Hima- laya, towards the Plateau of Pamir. From this plateau, or better, from the moun- tainous mass of which the plateau is the center, four great rivers issue, the Indus (Pison), the Helmend (Hiddikel), the Oxus (Gihon), and the Gaxartes (Euphrates), which flow in directions the most diverse, corresponding sufficiently to the four rivers of tradition I PA'RAH (the heifer). City of Benjamin. PA'RAN (place of caverns). Desert region extending from the frontiers of Judah to the borders of Sinai. Named in connection with the conquest of the confederate kings It was the scene of many encampments of the Israelites; and Hadad passed through it in escaping to Egypt PA'RAN, MOUNT OF. Southern portion of the mountain-plateau in the northeastern part of the wilderness of Paran PAR'BAR (suburb). Precinct or colonnade on the west side of the Temple enclosure. . . PARCH'MENTS. The skins of sheep or goats, so dressed and prepared as to render them fit for writing. These skins were extensively used by early writers; but they were rudely prepared. About two centur- ies before Christ a method was discovered for procuring a very fine material O. T, Chr. 3, 5. Ps. 92, 12, Cant. 7, 7. Jer. 10, 5. Ezek. 41, 19 Joel 1, 12. N. T. INDEX. PAS Num. 13, 9. Num. 34, 26, Ezek. 27. 17 Isa. 19, 7. Num. 23, 7, 18; 24, 3. 15 20,21,23. . Judg.9,7-15. II. Sam. 12,2 3. U.K. 14,9 10. Job 27,1. Ps. 49, 4. Prov. 26, 7. Ezek. 17, 2. Neh.2, 8. Eccl. 2, 5. Cant. 4, 13. Gen. 2, 8-16. Josh. 18, 23. Gen. 21, 21. Num. 10, 12 12, 16; 13, 3. 26. Deut.1.1 I. Sam. 25,1 I.K.11,17,18. Deut. 33, 2. Hab. 3, 3. I. Chr. 26,18 PAR'DON. As used in the Bible in reference I. Sam, 15,25 to God's grace exercised toward man it II. K. 5. 18. has a very different meaning from the'lI.Chr.30,18. word as used by us in our dealings with Neh. 9, 17. Matt.4,24; 8 6; 9,2. Mark 2.10. Luke 5 18.24. Acts 8, 7; 9, 33. Acts 2, 10; 13,13; 15, 38 27,5. Il.John 12. Acts 13,6, 13. Matt. 13, 18, 24,31,33,34, 36; 21,33; 24, 32, Mark 4, 10,13; 7,17; 12.12. Luke 5,36; 6, 39; 8, 10; 12. 16, 41; 13, 6; 14, 7; 15,3. John 10.6. Luke 23. 43. II. Cor. 12,4. Rev. 2, 7. II. Tim. 4,13. Mark2.7,10- 12. Eph.1,6, 7. Heb. 8, 12, 9, 9-28. I. one another. There, it means covering up, blotting out, or removing our transgressions far from us, and no longer remembering them PAR'ENT (begetter). Name properly given to a father or mother; but also extended to blood relations, especially in a direct up- ward line. The Scriptures enjoin children to obey, honor and respect their parents... PAR-MASH'TA (superior). Son of Haman. PAR'ME-NAS (probably, constant). One of the deacons of the church at Jerusalem. . . . PAR'NACH (swift). Father of Elizaphan. PA'ROSII (a flea). Ancestor of a family which returned to Jerusalem from captivity in Babylon; also called Pharosh PAR-SHAN'DA-THA (given by prayer). Son of Haman PAR'THE-NON. A celebrated marble tem- ple of Athene, on the Acropolis at Athens. See photograph, opp. page 774 PAR'THI-ANS. Inhabitants of Parthia, a country northwest of Persia PAR'TI-AI/I-TY. Inclination to favor one party, or one side of a question more than another PAR'TI-TION, MID'DLE WALL OF. Expres- sion designating the Mosaic law as the di- viding line between Jews and Gentiles PAR'TRIDGE. A bird well-known in Pales- tine; highly prized for its flesh and eggs... PAR'U-AH (blossoming). Father of Solo- mon's purveyor, Jehoshaphat PAR-VA'IM (eastern). An unknown gold re- gion PA'SACH (to divide). A son of Japhlct PAS-DAM'MIM (the border of blood). A place in Judah; also called Ephes-dammim. PA-SE'AH (lame). (1) A son of Eshton. (2) Head of a family of Nethinim who return- ed from exile; Jehoiada, a "son" assisted in rebuilding a Jerusalem gate; also called Phaseah O. T. Ps.2S,ll;51, 1,9;85,2;103, 12;Isa.43,25 Ex. 20,5,12 Esth. 9, 9. Num. 34, 25. Ezra 2,3; 8,3. Neh.3.25;7,8 Esth. 9,7. Gen. 37, 4. Mai. 2, 9. PASH'UR (liberation). (1) Founder of a fam- ily of returned exiles. (2) Son of Melchiah. instrumental in imprisoning Jeremiah. (3) Son of Immer, who smote Jeremiah and put him in stocks for his prophecies. (4) Father of Gedaliah PAS'SAGE (to cross). The passage of a river is a ford or bridge. The passage of a coun- try signifies a narrow pass between moun- tains, lakes, etc PAS'SION. (1) The passion of suffering of Christ. (2) Feeling, emotion, or wicked de- sires. "Like passions" signify the same human feelings and propensities PASS'O-VER. A Jewish feast which com- memorates the exemption or the "passing over" of the families of the Israelites when the destroying angel smote the first-born of Egypt; and also their departure from the land of bondage. On the fourteenth day of the first month (Nisan), at even, the Passover was to be celebrated; and on the fifteenth day commenced the seven days' feast of unleaven bread. Strictly speaking, 88 I.Sam.26,20 Jer. 17, 11. I. K. 4 17. II. Chr. 3. 6 I. Chr. 7,33. I. Sam. 17.1. I. Chr. 11,13. I. Chr. 4, 12. Ezra 2, 49. Neh. 3. 6; 7, 51. Ezra 2,38;10, 22.Neh.7.41 11, 12 Jer. 20,1-6; 21,1; 38.1. Judg.l2,6 ; I. Sam ,13, 23. Jer. 22, 20; 51, 32. Ex. 12,11.21 27,43. Lev. 23.5. Num.9 S;28,16; 33?. Deut. 16,2.5 6. Josh.5,10 11. II. K. 23 22, 23. II. Chr. 30, 15- 17;35, 1,6,7 N. T. John 1, 7. Matt. 10, 2L Luke 8,55; Rom. 1,30. II.Cor.12,14, Eph. 6, 1. I. Tim. 5, 4. Acts 6. 5. Acts 2. 9, I.Tim. 5,21 Jam. 2, 4; 3,17, Eph. 2, 14. Acts 1, 3; 14, 15. Rom. 1, 26; 7, 5. I. Jam. 5, 17. Matt. 26, 17, 19, Mark 14, 12. Luke 22, 7,8,11,13,15. John 2, 13. 23; 11. 55. 55; 12, 1; 18, 28, 39; 19,14. Rom. 3, 25. I. Cor. 5, 7. INDEX. PAU the term "Passover" is applied only to the fourteenth day of the first month; but as used in sacred history the word includes the seven days' feast of unleavened bread.. PAS'TORS. (1) Shepherds who watched over their flocks of sheep or cattle. (2) Chris tian pastors or ministers who should feed their people with knowledge and under- standing. God is compared to a shepherd; Christ is God's Shepherd. Political rulers In the state and captains in the army were called "pastors and shepherds"; but they did not always look after the welfare of their subjects and armies O. T. 8,9.11,13,16. 17, 18, 19. Ezra 6,19,20. Ezek. 45, 21. Gen.47,3;49 24. Ps. 23,1 lsa.44, 28; 53,11. Jer. 2, 8; 3.15; 6,3; 10, 21; 12, 10 22.22; 23,1,2 31,10. Ezek 3,4. PAT'A-RA. A port of Lycia in Asia Minor; visited by Paul PATH. God's paths are His works of Crea- tion; the dispensations of His providence; the clouds which distil His rain. The paths of the righteous are their holy conversation and good example; the affairs they under- take; and their actions. The paths of wick- ed men signify their ungodly practices.... PATH'ROS (region of the south). A district of Egypt near Thebes which was originally independent. Its inhabitants were the Pathrusim PATH-RU'SIM, The fifth in order of the tribes descended from Mizraim who settled Egypt PA'TIENCE. Constancy, endurance, forbear- ance, long-suffering, resignation. As ap- plied to God it is that manifestation of His love which caused Him to bear long with sinners, and to repeatedly warn them of judgments to come. In man it denotes a meek and trustful endurance of whatever trials God may send him, and love and for- bearance with his fellow-men. The pa- tience of saints is that grace whereby they meekly endure injuries. The "word of his patience" are those truths which are op- posed, and which we are called to main- tain, and for which we must suffer PAT'MOS. A bare and rocky island of the Aegean Sea where John the Apostle was banished PA'TRI-ARCH. A progenitor, the founder of a tribe. In early Jewish history, the an- cestor or father of a family had great an thority over his children and his children's children so long as he lived. At his death the eldest son was generally vested with this dignity. The sons of Jacob, as progeni- tors of the Jewish nation, are called "the twelve patriarchs." See table, Genealogy of Patriarchs, after Index PAT'RI-MO-NY (of the fathers). Produce of the property which a Levite possessed ac cording to his family descent PAT'RO-BAS (life of his father). A Chris- tian at Rome PA'U (bleating). Capital city of Hadar, king of Edom ; also called Pai PAUL (small). He was originally called Saul, was a native of Tarsus, a city of Cilicia, and was of Jewish descent, of the tribe of Benjamin. From his father he inherited the rights of Roman citizenship. He was taught the trade of weaving tent-cloth; but was destined for the duties of a Rabbi and sent to the school of the celebrated Gama- liel. He labored with Barnabas and built up his mother church of Gentile Christian- ity, the center of his missionary labors. From Antioch he started on his three great missionary journeys. On his last journey to Jerusalem he was made prisoner; sent to Caesarea for two years; appeared before Festus and King Agrippa; appealed to Cae- sar; went to Rome" and was kept for two years; but turned his prison into a pulpit, Jobl3,27;33, 11. Ps.17,5; 25,10; 65,11. Prov. 2, 20; 3,6. Isa 59, 7. Lam. 3, 9. Isa. 11, 11. Ezek. 29. 14; 30, 14. Gen. 10, 14. I. Chr. 1,12. Ps. 37. 7,8.9 40, 1. Prov. 15,18. Eccl. 7, 8. 9. Lam 3. 26. 27. N. T. Heb. 11,28 John 10,14, 16. Eph. 4, 11. Heb. 13 20. 1. Pet. 2 25; 5, 1-4. INDEX. PEK O. T. Acts 21, L Matt. 3, 3. Mark 1, 3. Luke 3, 4. Heb. 12, 13. Deut. 18, 8. Gen. 36, 39. [.Chr. 1,50, Matt. 18, 26 29. Luke 8, 15; 21, 19. Rom. 5,3,4. I. Thess. 1,3 5,14. II. Thess. 1,4. I. Tim. 3,3; 6,11. II. Tim 3.10. Heb. 6 12; 10,36; 12, 1. Jam.1,3.4. I. Pet. 2, 20. II.Pet.1.6. Rev. 1,9. Rev. 1, 9. Acts 2, 29; 7, 8, 9. Heb. 7, 4. Rom. 16,14. Acts 7. 58; 8, 1,3; 9,1,4,11, 17.19, 22, 26, 13,1,2,7,9,16, 46, 50; 14, 9, 11,12,19;15, 2. 22, 25, 35, 36, 38, 40; 16; 9, 14, 17, 25, 28,36,37; 17; 2.4,10,15. 16, 22,33; 18,1,9, 12,14, 18; 19, 1.6,11/13,15, 21, 26, 29, 30; 22, 7,25.28; 23,1,3,5,6,12, 14,16, 18, 20, preaching to his distant congregations in the Epistles to the Ephesians, Collossians, Philippians, and Philemon. Ancient tradi- tion is unanimous as to his martyrdom in Rome; and the reputed place on the Via Ostia, where he was executed by the sword is still shown. In his last epistle he takes farewell of the world and is ready for martyrdom. Paul is perhaps the most re- markable and influential character in his- tory, next to his Lord and Master. He la- bored more in word and deed than all other Apostles, and secured the victory of Chris- tianity as the universal religion of the world. He is the model missionary, and an inspiration to all ages. See table, Paul's life indexed, after the Index PAUL, EPIS'TLES OF. They are thirteen in number, or, if we count the Hebrews (a product of his mind, but not of his pen), fourteen, in number. They are the most remarkable body of correspondence in the history of literature. They may be found separately considered under their different titles PAU'LUS. See Serglus Paulus. PEACE (safety; unity). That state of mind in which persons are exposed to no open vloleiee to interrupt their tranquility . So- cial peace is a mutual agreement by which we forbear injuring one another. Ecclesi- astical peace is freedom from strife and rest from persecutions. Spiritual peace is deliverance from sin; the result of which is peace in the conscience. This peace is the gift of God through our Saviour, and is a blessing of great importance. It is perfect, inexpressible, permanent, and eter- nal N. T. 31, 33; 24. 1, 10,23, 24. 27; 25,2,6,9,14 21, 23; 26, 1 24, 28, 29;27j 3,24, 33, 43 28, 16. Rom! 11,1. I. Cor. 1.12,13;3,4,5, 22. Col. 4,18. I. Thess. 2.18. II.Thess. 3. 17. II. Pet. 3,15. PEACE'MAK-ERS (worker of peace). The term includes the peace lovers and the founders of peace PEACE OF'FER-ING. See Offering PEA'COCK. This singular and beautiful bird was mentioned among the articles which Solomon's navy brought from Thar- shish Num. 6,26; 25,12; Judg. 4,17; I. Sam. 7,14. II. K.9 17. Ezra 4,17 Job 25,2. Ps. 34,14; 55, 20; 119,165; 122,6. Isa. 9,6; 26,3; 32,17; 52,7. Zech. 6,13. Ex. 20.24. PEARL. A gem highly prized among the ancients; principally found in the shell of pearl oysters. Figuratively signifies a thing of great value, and is a symbol of the kingdom of God. "Pearl," in Job, means "crystal" I. K. 10,22. II. Ch. 9,21. Job 39.13. Job 28,18. PED'A-HEL (God delivers). A chief of Naph- taii PE-DAH'ZUR (the a family in the father of Gamaliel. rock delivers). Head of tribe of Manasseh, and PE-DA'IAH (Jah has ransomed). (1) Father of Josiah's wife, Zebudah. (2) Father of Zerubbabel. (3) Father of Joel. (4) Des- cendant of Parosh. (5) A Levite, appointed treasurer by Nehemiah. (6) A Benjamite. . PED'I-GREE (to show lineage). In the sec- ond year after leaving Egypt Moses mus- tered all the tribes, except Levi, and had the people enrolled in the genealogical reg- isters by the heads of the tribes. Accord- ing to these divisions they marched, pitch- ed their tents, and made their offerings... PE'KAH (open-eyed). Officer who slew Pek- ahiah and mounted the throne in his stead, becoming the eighteenth king of Israel.... PEK-A-HI'AH (Jah has opened his eyes). Son and successor of Menahem, king of Israel PE'KOD (punishment). A locality of Baby- lonia Num. 34,28. Num. 1.10: 2,20; 7.54.59: 10, 23. II. K.23. 36. I. Chr. 3 18 27.20. Neh. 3,25; 8,4; 11 7; 13,13. Num. 1,18. Ezra 2,59. II. K. 15, 25 27,29,30,37 II. Chr.28,6. II. K. 15,22, 26. Jer. 50,21. Acts 13. 7. Matt. 10, 13. Mark. 9, 50. Luke 1,79: 2,14:10,6, 12, 51; 14 32; 19, 38. John 14, 27. Acts 10, 36. Rom. 15,33. Gal 5,22. II. Thess. 3, 16. Heb. 13' 20.Rev.l,4. Matt 5. 9. Col. 1, 20. Eph. 2,14. Matt. 7,6;13, 45,46. 1.Tii 2, 9. Rev.17, 4; 18, 12.16; 21, 21. Heb. 7, 3,6. £9 INDEX. PER PEI/A-I-AH (distinguished by Jehovah). (1) Son of Elioenai. (2) A Levite who assist- ed in Instructing the people in the law PEL'A-LI'AH (Jah judges). ham Father of Jero- PEI/A-TI'AH (Jah delivers). (1) Son of Han- aniah. (2) A Simeonite captain. (3) One who signed Nehemiah's covenant. (4) A prince against whom Ezekiel prophesied, and who dropped dead at the close of the prophecy O.T. I.Chr.3. 24 Neh. 8. 7; 10, 10. Neh. 11. 12 I.Chr.3. 21: 4,42,43. Neh 10, 22. Ezek 11, 1-13. N. T. PE'LEG (division). Son of Eber, and fourth Gen. 10. 2S; in descent from Shem. ill. 16. PE'LET (escape). (1) Fourth son of Jahdai. J- Chr. 2,47 (2) Descendant of Azmaveth, a Benjamite.. 12, 3. PE'LETH (flight). (1) Father of On, a Reu- benite. (2) Son of Jonathan, of Judah PE'LETH-ITES (runner). Name borne by the royal life-guards in the time of David.. PEL'I-OAN (the vomiter). A voracious wat- er-bird considered unclean according to the Levitical law PEN. The instrument with which the an- Judg. 5, 14, Num. 16. 1. I. Chr. 2,33. II. Sam. IS. 18-22; 20.7. I. Chr. 18.17 Lev. 11,18. Deut. 14, 17. Ps. 102, 6. cients formed their characters varied with the writing material. For stone or metal plates a pointed piece of steel or iron was used; for wax tablets, the stylus; for paper, linen, cotton, skins, and parchments, a hair pencil, and, later, a reed pen PENCE. A Roman silver coin in the time of our Saviour and the Apostles PE-Nl'EL (face of God). Place beyond the Jordan where Jacob wrestled with the angel iPE-NIN'NAH (coral). One of the two wives of Elkanah PEN'Nl". About seventeen cents in Roman money; later, fifteen cents PEN'TA-TEUCH. The title given to the five books of Moses, Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Deuteronomy, and Numbers; the first five books in the Old Testament. The Jews us- ually called the Pentateuch "the .'aw of Jehovah" PEN'TE-COST (fiftieth day). One of the three great Jewish feasts, which was cele- brated on the fiftieth day after the six- teenth of Nisan (the second day of the Passover festival). In the Old Testament it is called the "feast of weeks" and the "day of the first fruits"; and was origi- nally appointed as a simple thanksgiving for the harvest, which in Palestine ' was gathered between Passover and Pentecost. On the day of Pentecost the Holy Spirit was poured out on the Christian Church... PE-NTJ-EL' (face of God). (1) Son of Hur, a Judlte. (2) Son of Shashak PEO'PLE (a multitude). (1) Godly progeni- tors, departed this life. (2) The body of persons composing a nation. (3) Jacob's children and posterity. (4) The Gentiles. (5) Ants and conies. (6) The Roman army. (7) Common populace of a city or nation. (8) Jews and Gentiles Job. 19, 24. Ps. 45,1. Isa 8.1. Jer. 17,1. Gen. 32,31 I.Sam. 1,2,4 PE'OR (cleft). (1) Mountain in the land of Moab. (2) An idol of the Moabites and Midlanites; also called Baal-peor PER'A-ZIM, MOUNT. See Baal-perazim PER-DIT'ION. Utter destruction; entire ruin. The utter loss of the soul, or of final Ex 34, 22. Lev. 23.15.16 Num. 28. 26 I. Chr. 4, 4; "!, 25. Gen.25.8;41 40; 50.20. 1. Sam. 15, 30. Ps.117.1. Prov 30,25. 26. Dan.9,26. Num.23.28- 30; 25.3.18. Josh.22,17. Isa.28,21. III. John 13 Matt. 18. 28 Luke 7, 41. Matt. 18,28 Mark 6. 37 Acts 2. 1; 20, 16. I. Cor., 16.8. Luke 1.17; 2.10. Acts 15 14. Rom. 10 19; 11.1. Tit 2.14. Heb. 10,30. Phil. 1.28. I.Tim.6.9. INDEX. PER O. T. happiness In the future state; eternal death future misery PER-DIT'ION, SON OF. A name applied to Judas; "man of sin" is also thus called... PE'RESH (separate). A son of Machlr PE'REZ-UZ'ZAH (the breach of Uzzah) Place near Jerusalem where the Lord smote Uzzah; also called Perez-uzza PER'FECT, PER-FEC'TION. Complete, en- tire in all its parts, and without defect or blemish. While being perfect does not ele- vate a thing above its kind, still it gives to it the highest value it can ever reach. Complete in moral excellence; pure; blame- less PER'FUME. It was much used in the East to give an agreeable odor to the person or apparel. It also means a composition to be used only in Temple service PER'GA (citadel). A city of Pamphylia, Asia Minor, twice visited by Paul PER'GA-MOS (citadel). Mysia. It contained churches of Asia Celebrated city of one of the seven PER'ISH. To waste away; to be destroyed; to be rooted out; to die; to be damned Gen.41.36. Num.17,12. II.K.9,8. PER'IZ-ZITE (villagers). One of the seven Ex 23 23 nations of the land of Canaan, inhabiting josh 11 3- the mountainous region which they eventu- '17 15' j' ua > ally yielded to Ephraim and Judah 14 5 I.Chr.7,16. II.Sam.6.8. l.Chr.13.11. Deut. 32,4. II. Sam 22,31 Job 36.4. Ps. 19,7; 50.2; 119,96. Isa. 47,9. Lam.2, 15. Ex.30.35,37. Prov.7.17; 27.9. Cant. 3,6. Isa.57,9. N. T. II.Pet.3,7. Rev. 17.8. John 17.12. Acts 1.20. II Thes.2,3. Matt. 5,48. Luke 6.40; 8 14. I.Cor.13, 10. 1 1. Cor. 13.9. Col. 3. 14. Heb.6.1; 7.11. Acts 13.13. 14; 14.25. Rev.1,11; 2, 12,17. Luke 5.37. II.Cor.2.15. II.Pet.2,12. PER'JU-RY. Swearing falsely or breaking a lawful oath. A willfully false statement in a fact material to the issue, made by a witness under oath in a judicial proceeding. Some instances of perjury were found in the following: In Zedekiah's oath to Nebu- chadnezzar which he broke; in the false witnesses against Naboth, David, Jesus and Stephen; and in the case of Peter when he denied Christ with an oath PER'SE-CUTE. To pursue with hostile in- tentions, to seek after and improve all oc- casions of doing one harm, especially on account of a steadfast cleaving to the truths and ways of God. God persecutes men when he pursues them with His judg- ments. The four Evangelists record how the first Christians suffered for the cause of truth. Jesus Christ was exposed to per- secution in the greatest degree PER'SE-VER'ANCE. We have but to glance at the biographies of great men to find that the most distinguished inventors, ar- tists, thinkers, and workers of all kinds, owe their success, in a measure, to their indefatigable industry and application. Men who have most moved the world have not always been so much men of genius, as men of intense mediocre abilities, and un- tiring perseverance. It Is wonderful what continuous application will effect in the commonest things. Progress, however, of the best kind, is comparatively slow, and we must be satisfied to advance step by step patiently. Let our readers who have been unsuccessful thus far in life's battles, not give up in despair. With energy and God's blessing they may yet win a glorious victory Lev.19.12. Matt.5.33;26 I.K.21,8-13. 59,74. Mark II.Chr.36,13 14,56.57.71. Ps.35.11. Acts 6,11.13. Isa.48.1. Jer.5.2; 7,9. Hos.10.4. Zech.5.4. Mal.3,5. PER'SIA (a horse). The last of the four great Asiatic empires, founded by Cyrus, and destroyed by Alexander the Great. In the period of its highest glory it comprised all Asiatic countries from the Mediterra- nean to the Indus, and from the Black and Caspian Sea to Arabia and the Indian Ocean. The Persian kings were generally friendly toward the Hebrews. Cyrus made a decree allowing them to return to Jeru- salem and rebuild it; Artaxeres canceled the permit; but Darius Hystaspes confirmed the decree and even furthered the work. . . Deut. 30,7. Neh.9,11. Job 19,22. Ps.7,1; 10,2: 31, 15; 35.3, 6; 69.26; 71. 11; 83,15; 119 84,86. Jer. 17,18; 29,18. Lam. 3,66; 5,5. Gen.32,24- 26. Num.14, 24.38. I. Chr. 16,11. Job 17.9. Ps.37, 24,28;102,28. Prov. 4,18. Isa.54,10; 59, 21. Hos.12,6. 14. I. Tim.l 9,10. Matt. 5.10,12 44; 10,23. Luke 11.49, John 5,16; 15 20. Acts7,52: 8.1. Rom.12 14. Gal 5.11 I.Thes.2,15. lI.Tim.3,11. II.Chr.36.20. 22,23. Est. 1. 3,14,18. Ezra 1,1,2.8; 4.3, 5,7; 6.14; 7.1; 9.9. Ezek. 27,10; 38,5. Dan.5,28; 6. 8.12.15.28; 8.20; 10.1,13, 20; 11,2. Matt.10,22; 24,13. John 8,31. Acts 11,23; 13.43. Rom. 2,6; 8, 38.39. I Cor, 15,58; 16,13. GaI.6.9.Eph 6,18. Phil. 1.6,27. I. Thes. 5, 1. II.Thes.2,15 II.Tim.1.12 Heb.3.14; 10. 35.36. Jas.l, 4; 5,11. II. PeU.10; 3. 17. Rev.21,7 90 INDEX. PHA PER'SIS. A Christian woman at Rome. PER'SON. (1) A self-determining intelli- gence possessed of understanding and will, as contrasted with "thing." One who can propose his own aims and be his own aim, and is responsible for his acts. God is therefore a person. (2) The outward qual- ities and conditions of men; such as coun- try, riches, friends, poverty, etc PE-RU'DA (kernel). Servant of Solomon, whose descendants returned from captiv- ity PES'TI-LENCE (plague). A word denoting all kinds of distempers and calamities PES'TI-LENT. Disagreeable; unpleasant FE'TER (a rock). The son of Jonas, a native of Bethsaida in Galilee; a fisherman by trade who resided with his wife and mother In law at Capernaum. His original name was Simon; but when he was called to the apostleship, the Lord gave him the name Peter with a prophetic reference to what he should do and be for the Church. Among the Apostles he stands out with singular vividness and impressiveness, one moment nearest to us, and in the next, it would seem, nearest to God. He had an Impulsive temperament and was always in a hurry, the first to confess, and the first to deny the Lord; but he sincerely repented and strengthened his brethren. He laid the foundation of the Church among the Jews on the day of Pentecost; and he admitted the first Gentiles, Cornelius and his fam- ily, to baptism. A controversy sprang up between him and Paul, concerning the treatment of Gentile converts; but it was only temporary, and ended with perfect harmony between the two men. At that time Peter and his wife were engaged in missionary work, probably among the dis- persed Jews in Asia Minor, to whom his two epistles are addressed. According to tradition he suffered martyrdom in Rome on the Vatican Hill, where St. Peter's Church now stands PE'TER, E-PIS'TLES OF. There are two epistles ascribed to Peter, both being ad- dressed to the Jewish Church in Asia Mi- nor and dated from Babylon; but the sec- ond has been the subject of more discussion than any book in the New Testament, and its genuineness has been contested by many critics. By those who acknowledge Its gen- uineness its date Is fixed not long before Peter's death. It contains a warning against dangerous errors: refers to the Transfiguration; and points to the new heavens and the new earth PETH'A-HI'AH (freed by Jehovah). (1) Head of a priestly course. (2) Levite who put away his Gentile wife and signed Nehe- mlah's covenant. (3) Son of Meshezabeel. . PE'THOR (extension). Place in Mesopotamia to which Balak sent Balaam to curse Israel FE-THTJ'EL (enlarged of God). Father of Joel, the prophet PE-UL'THAI (my wages). Son of Meshele- miah PHA'LEC. Greek form of Peleg PHAL'TI (delivered). Son of Laish; son in law of Saul; also called Phaltiel and Palti.. PHA-MU'EL (face of God). Father of Anna the prophetess PHA'RAOII (the sun). The general title of the kings of Egypt in the Old Testament. Ten Pharaohs are mentioned there. (1) The Pharaoh of Abraham. (2) The Pharaoh of O. T. Gen. 39. 6. Ex. 12, 48. Lev. 19. 15. Deut. 15, 22, II. Sam. 14, 14. Job 22, 29. Ps. 15. 4. Prov. 6, 12. Ezra 2, 55. Neh, 7, 57. Ex. 5. 3. Ezek. 5,12. I.Chr.24,16. Ezra 10, 23. Neh. 9, S; 11, 24. Num. 22. 5. Deut. 23, 4. Joel 1, 1. I.Chr.26, 5. I.Sam.25,44. II. Sam. 3,15. Gen. 12, 15, 17; 39. 1; 40, 2, 13. 14; 41, 1; 44, 18; 45, ;N. T. Rom. 16, 12, Matt. 27, 24 Luke 20, 21 Acts 10, 34. Rom. 2, 11. II. Cor. 2,10 Eph. 5, 5. Heb. 1.3. II Pet. 3, 11. INDEX. PHI Matt. 24, 7. Luke 21, 11. Acts 24, 5. Matt. 4, 18; 10, 2:14,28, 29; 15, 15; 16, 16,17,18,22 23; 17, 1, 4. 24, 26; 18, 21; 19, 27; 26, 35 37,58,69. 13, 75, Mark 3, 16; 5, 37; 8. 29,32,33; 9, 2. 5; 13, 3; 14,29,33,37, 54.66,67,72; 16.7. Luke 5, 8; 6. 14; 8.51; 9, 20, 28. 32, 33; 22, 34, 54. 55, 56, 58, 60, 61,62. John 1. 44; 13, 6; 18. 26; 20. 2; 21, 15. Acts 1. 15; 3, 3; 8, 14; 9, 38, 40; 10, 5, 13-26, 32.34,44,45, 46; 11, 2, 4. 13; 12, 3, 5.6,7.11.13, 14, 18. Gal. 18; 2, 14, Luke 3. 35. Luke 2, 36. Acts 7. 13, 21. Rom. 9, 17. Heb. 11. 24. Joseph. (3) The Pharaoh in whose reign Moses was born, "the new king over Egypt who knew not Josepn;" identified with Rameses II, the most prominent of the Pha raohs. (4) The Pharaoh of the Exodus who perished when in pursuit of the Israelites He was Meneptah, son of Rameses II. (5) Pharaoh, whose daughter Solomon married. (6) Pharaoh, the brother in law of Hadad. (7) Pharaoh, the father in law of Mered, a Judite. (8) The Pharaoh in whom King Hezekiah put his confidence in his war with Sennacherib PHA'RAOH-HOPH'RA. See Hophra PHA'RAOH-NE'CHOH. A king of Egypt who made war on Assyria In the time of Josiah, king of Judah; also called Pha- raoh-necho and Necho PHA'RAOH'S DATJGH'TER. (1) Daughter of Pharaoh, who saved the life of Moses. (2) Bithiah, wife of Mered. (3) A wife of Solo- mon PHA'REZ (breach). Son of Judah by Tamar, and twin of Zarah or Zerah. Also called Perez and Pharez PHAR'I-SEES. One of the three sects of Ju- daism in the time of Christ. The name means "separated by special works." The sect included all Hebrews who separated themselves from every kind of Levitlcal im- purity, following the Mosaic law of purity. Their influence was very great, ruling be- yond question the Sanhedrin and ail Jew- ish society PHAR'PAR (swift). One of the rivers of Damascus, mentioned by Naaman PHE'BE (shining). Deaconess of the church at Cenchrea PHE-NI'CE (a palm tree). (1) See Phenicia and Phoenicia. (2) A harbor of Crete PHE-NIC-IA. See Phoenicia PHI'CHOL (all-commanding). Commander of the troops of the Philistine king, Abime- lech PHIL'A-DEL'PHI-A (brotherly love). City of Lesser Asia, containing one of the seven churches PHI-LE'MON (affectionate). Wealthy Chris- tian of Calosse to whom Paul addressed an epistle PHI-LE'MON. E-PIS'TLE TO. It was writ- ten by Paul from Rome and is a gem of Christian courtesy and tenderness. It con- sists of a powerful and skillfully managed appeal to Philemon on behalf of his fugi- tive but converted slave, Onesimus PHI-LE'TTJS (beloved). An apostate Chris- tian condemned by Paul PHIL'IP (lover of horses). (1) Brother of Herod, and husband of Herodias. (2) Tetrarch of Ituraea, who married Salome the daughter of Herodias. (3) One of the twelve Apostles, a native of Bethsaida, of whom little is known. He is said, accord- ing to tradition, to have preached in Phry- gia and to have died in Hierapolis. (4) The Evangelist, one of the first seven dea- cons; he preached successfully in Samaria: converted and baptized the Ethiopian eunuch on the wav to Gaza; thus planting the first seeds of the Gospel in Ethiopia; and finally settled in Caesarea. He had "four daughters, virgins, who did prophesy" 91 O. T. 8; 47, 10; 50 4. Ex. 2. 15; 3,10- 4, 21; 5, 2. 5, 6i7, 1, 3,14,22; 9,12; 11, 1. 10; 12 29;13, 17; 14 4.28; I. K. 3, 1; 7. 8; 11, 19. 20. II. K 18.2L I.Chr 4.18. Isa. 36.6. Jer. 44. 30. II. K. 23. 29, 33,34.35. II. Chr. 35, 20. Jer. 46, 2. Ex. 2, 5-10. I.K.3,1; 7.8; 9, 24. I.Chr, 4, 18. Gen. 38, 29. 30. Num. 26 20,21. I.Chr 2. 4; 27, 3. II. K. 5, 12. Gen. 21, 26,26. 22; N.T. Matt. 5. 20; 9. 14. 34; 15,' 12; 16, 6; 19. 3. Luke 5.30; 6,7; 7.30; 11. 39, 42; 16.14. John 1.24. 3, 1. Acts 23. : Rom. 16, 1. Acts 27, 12. Rev, 1. 11; 3,7. Phlle. 1, 25 II. Tim. 2. 17. 18. Matt, 10. 3 ; 14, 3; Mark . 18; 6, 17. ^uke 3, 1, 19; 6, 14. John 1, 43. 44.45,46.48; i. 5. 7; 12,21, 22; 14, 8. 9. Acts 1.13; 6, 3. 5, 6, 12. 13, 29, 30.il. 33. 34. 35 37, 38, 39, 40; 21,8. 93 INDEX. PHY O. T. PHI-LIP'PI. A city of Macedonia, the first place In Greece to receive the Gospel. Paul addressed an epistle to the church founded there PHI-LIP'PI-ANS, E-PIS'TLE TO THE. This epistle was written by Paul, then a pris- oner at Rome, to the Christians at Philippi who had kindly ministered to his necessi- ties. The second chapter contains a very important passage on the doctrine of the person of Christ, referring to His humilia- tion and His exaltation PHI-LIS'TI-A (migration). A poetical Scrip- tural name for the "land of the Philis- tines." It comprised the southwestern por- tion of Canaan. The chief cities were Gaza, Ekron, Ashdod, Ashkelon, and Gath PHI-LIS'TIM. See Philistines PHI-LIS'TINES. A strong tribe southwest of the land of Israel. The origin of the Philistines (Caphtorim) has been much dis- cussed; but most authorities agree that the Caphtorim came from the Nile delta in Egypt. At the time of the Exodus the Philistines were a powerful people, far su- perior to the Israelites; consequently, al- though Philistia belonged to the Promised Land, no attempt was made to conquer it. There was a deadly hatred between the two people; one of the reasons being the abominable idolatry of the Philistines PHI-LOL'O-GUS (learned). A disciple at Rome PHIN'E-HAS (brazen mouth). (1) A son of Eleazar, one of the sons of Aaron. He was high-priest for many years. (2) One of the sons of Ell the priest. He was notoriously wicked. (3) A Levite in the time of Ezra. PHLE'GON (flame). A Christian at Rome. PHOE'BE. See Phebe. PHOE'NICE. See Phenice. PHOE'NIC-IA. Modern form of Phenicia; a narrow strip of coastland between the Mediterranean Sea and Lebanon. At one time it was one of the most flourishing places in the world. The Phoenicians were related to the Canaanites and to the Is- raelites. See Tyre; Sidon. PHRYG'I-A (barren). Largest kingdom of Asia Minor; Christianity was planted here by Paul PHU'RAH (bough). Servant of Gideon, who accompanied him to the Midianitish camp. PHUT (bow). (1) Son of Ham; also called Put. (2) An African people descended from Phut, or the country inhabited by them; also called Lybya PHU'VAH (mouth, blast). The second son of Issachar; also called Pua and Puah. His descendants are the Punites PHY-GEL'LDS (a fugitive). A Christian of Asia who deserted Paul in Rome PHY-LAC'TER-Y. A piece of parchment in- scribed with particular Scriptural passages, which was enclosed in a small leather box, and worn upon the forehead or arm. It was considered as thus reminding the wearer to fulfill the law with the head and heart; used also as an amulet against de- mons PHYS'IC, PHY-SIC'IAN (to heal, repair). The Israelites brought some knowledge of N. T. Acts 16, 12; 20,6. Phil. 1, 1. I. Thess. 2 2. INDEX. PIL Gen. 21, 34. Ex. 13, 17. I. Sam. 27,1 Ps. 60, 8; 87. 4; 108, 9. Gen. 10, 14. Gen. 26, 14, IS. Ex. 13, 17. Josh. 13, 2, 3.Judg,3, 31; 10. 6, 7, 11; 14, 4; 15 6. 11. 20; 16, 9-30. I.Sam 4. 1; 5, 1; 17 51. 53; 19, 8 Jer. 47, 1. 4 Amos 1, 8. Zech. 9, 6. Ex. 6, 25. Num.25, 11. Judg.20, 28. 1, Sam. 1, 3: 2, 34; 4, 17. Ezra 8, 33, Judg.7,10,11 Gen. 10,6. 1. Chr.1,8. Ezek.27.10. Nah.3,9. Gen.46,13. Num.26,23. I.Chr.7,1. Exl3,9. Deut.6,4-9. Gen.50,2. Lev.14.15-18 Rom. 16.15. Rom. 16, 14, Acts 11, 19; 15,3; 21.2. Acts 2.10; 16. 6; 18,23. II.Tim.1,15. Matt.23,5. Matt.9,12. Mark 5,26. medicine with them from Egypt, whose physicians were celebrated in all antiquity. In the early stages of medical practice, at- tention was confined among all nations to surgical aid and external applications; even down to a comparatively late period out- ward maladies appear to have been the chief subjects of medical treatment among the Hebrews, although they were not en- tirely without remedies for internal and even mental disorders. The medicines most prescribed were salves, particular balms; plasters and poultices, oil-baths, mineral baths, etc. Amulets were also much in use among the Jews. Enchantments were em- ployed by those professing the healing art; and they were much in the habit of laying their hands upon the patient. The priests and prophets were expected to have some knowledge of medicine; but usually it was followed as a separate profession PI-BE'SETH. City of Lower Egypt men tioned in Ezekiel's prophecy PICTURES. Used literally, or to denote idolatrous representations engraved upon stones, or colored. Movable pictures were unknown to the Hebrews PIECE OF GOLD. Term denoting a shekel, where the unit of weight is not given PIECE OF SIL'VER. (1) A shekel; used in connection with the price paid to Judas for Christ's betrayal. (2) A drachma TI'E-TY. To "show piety at home" means to be better in one's own household PIG'EON. A young bird. It is also used in- terchangeably with "dove;" but is distinct from the turtle-dove PI-HA-HI'ROTH (place of reservoirs). Place near the southern end of the Gulf of Suez, east of Baal-zephon PI'LATE, PON'TI-US. The sixth Roman Procurator of Judea, under whom our Lord taught, suffered, and died. He was the successor of Valerius Gratus, and governed Judea in the reign of Tiberius, holding his office ten years. He was a man of weak and corrupt character PIL'DASH (flame or fire). Son of Nahor. PIL'E-HA (a slice). One who sealed the Covenant PIL'GRIM (a sojourner). Properly, one who journeys to a holy place to pay his devo- t.^iis there. Saints are called Pilgrims. . . PIL'LAR. A monument. It also has refer- ence to the shape that the fire, cloud, or smoke assumed. In architecture, pillars were used both as ornaments and supports. The church is called the "pillar and ground of truth." Saints, ministers, magistrates, and fundamental rulers of government, are figuratively compared to pillars PIL'LAR OF CLOUD AND FIRE. The pil- lar of cloud by day, and of fire, by night, which led the Israelites through the wild erness was a symbol of God's presence and protection. It also served as a signal for rest or motion.... PIL'LAR OF SALT (a monument). See Lot PIL'LOW. Cushion; support for the head. Used figuratively to denote ease and rest; made by false prophetesses that they might be signs of ease to the people PI'LOT. A steersman Ezek. 27.8. O. T. I.Sam.16,16. I.K.15,23. II.K.5,10,11; 8.8,29;9.15; 20.7. Il.Chr. 16,12. Job 13,4. Prov. 3,8; 20,30. Isa.1,6; 38. 21. Jer.8,22; 30.13; 46,11; 51.8. Ezek. £0,21; 47.12. Ezek.30,17. Num.33.S2. Prov.25,11. Isa.2,16. Ezek.23,14. Judg.8,26. II.K.5,5. Judg. 9, 4. Gen. 15, 9, Lev.12,6. Ps.5S,6. Ex.14,2,9. Num .33,7. Gen. 22. 22. Neh. 10. 24. Gen. 47.9. Ex. 6, 4. Ps. 119, 54. Gen. 28, 18; 31. r 2; 35,20. Ex. 13. 21. Judg. 20, 40, II. Sam. 18, 18. Ps.7S,3. Prov. 9, 1. Cant. 3, 10. Ex. 13,21,22; 14,24. Num. 9. 17-23; 12, 5,10. Deut. 31. 15. Neh. 9, 19. Gen. 19. 26. Gen. 28, 11. 18. I. Sam. 19, 13, 16. Ezek. 13, 18, 20. N. T. Luke 4.23; 5 31; 8,43; 10. 34. John 5, 2,4,8. Col. 4,14; Rev.22,2. Matt.26.15; 27,3,9. Luke 15.8,9. I.Tlm.5.4. Matt.3,16; 10 16; 21,12. John 2, 14 Matt.27,2. Mark 15.5, IS. Luke 3. 1; 23.12. John 18,29; 19,12,19. Acts 4,27. Heb. 11. 13. I. Pet. 2, 11, Gal, 2, 9. I.Tim. 3.15 Rev. 3, 12; 10,1. Mark*. 38. 92 INDEX. PLA PIL'TAI (Jab causes to escape). A priest... PIN. A copper peg driven into the to hold the ropes of the court 'round PINE TREE (enduring). Thought by some authorities to be the elm. The word ren- dered "pine branches" is the oil tree PIN'NA-CLE (wingy summit). Generally sup- posed to denote Solomon's porch which overlooked the valley of Kidron from a great height O. T. Neh. 12, 17. Ex. 27, 19; 35, 18. Neh. 8, 15. Isa. 41, 19; 60,13. N. T. PIPE. The simplest and, perhaps, the oldest of musical instruments; the principal wind instrument among the Jews. It was made of different material; consisted of a tube with holes similar uo the flute; and was used on all occasions PI'RAM (roving). Amorite king of Jarmuth, overcome and slain by Joshua PLR'A-TIION. Town of Ephraim to which Abdon, judge of Israel, belonged PIS'GAH (a cleft). Mountain ridge in the land of Moab, on the southern border of the kingdom of Sihon. In it was Mount Nebo, from which Moses viewed the Prom- ised Land I.Sam. 10, 5. I. K. 1, 10, Isa. 5,12; 30, 29. Jer. 48, 36. Ezek. 28, 13. Zech.4, 2,12. Josh. 10, 3, 16-27. Judg. 12, 13, 15. Num. 21, 20. 23, 14. Deut.3,27; 4, 49; 34, 1. Josh, 12, 3. PI-SID'I-A (pitchy). District of Asia Minor lying between Pamphylia, Phrygia, and Lycaonia PI'SON (carnal). One of the four great rivers that watered Paradise PIS'PAH (dispersion). A son of Jether PIT. A deep hole in the ground, either natural or artificial. Figurative: A pit is significant of the grave; the devices of crafty men and devils; trouble; Hell PITCH. An opaque mineral used as a plas- ter and cement. It is found in pits and on the surface of the Dead Sea, and when soft is called slime PITCH'ER. The custom of drawing water in pitchers still prevails in the East, an earthen vessel with two handles being used. The Jews are figuratively likened to "earthen pitchers." The heart is also call- ed a pitcher PI'THOM (narrow pass). Treasure city of Lower Egypt PI'THON (expansive). Micah First named son of PIT'I-FUL. Tender-hearted; compassionate. The Lord and a tender mother are called "pitiful" PLAGUES. Mainly pestilential and fatal diseases; especially applied to the disease of leprosy. It is also employed to express judgments, and calamities which God in- flicts upon men; as the plagues of Egypt. The "plague of the heart" is its inward corruption; the "seven last plagues" are those that shall come on the Anti-Chris tians for their ruin I PLAGUES OF EGYPT. They were visited upon the Egyptians by God for refusing to let the Israelites depart, and were as follows: (1) The waters of the Nile changed to blood. (2) The plague of the frogs. (3) The plague of lice. (4) The plague of flies. (5) A murrain which at tacked their horses, asses, camels, oxen, and sheep. (6) The plague of boils. (7) The Gen. 2,11,12 I. Chr. 7, 38 Gen. 37,20. Ps.7,15;28,l 119, 85. Prov. 22, 14. Isa. 38, 17. Gen. 6, 14; 11. 3. Ex. 2 3. Isa. 34, 9 Gen. 24, 14, 15-18,20,45. Judg. 7, 16, 19. 20. Eccl 12,6. Lam. 4.2. Ex. 1, 11. I.Chr. 8,35; 9,41. I. K. 3, 26. Lam. 4, 10. Ex. 11,1; 12 13. Lev. 13, 3, 5,30,44,50 57,58. Num. 14, 37. Josh. 22,17. I.K. 8,37,38. II.Chr.21,14 Ps. 91, 10; 106, 29. Ex. 7, 14-25 8, 16, 19, 20- 32; 9, 1-7, 8- 12, 13-35;10 1-20, 21-28; 12, 29, 30, Matt. 4, 5. Luke 4. 9. Matt. 11, 17. Luke 7, 32. I. Cor. 14, 7. Rev. 18, 22. Acts 13, 14; 14, 24. Matt. 15, 14. Luke 14, 5. Rev. 9,1; 11 7; 17,8, 20,3. Mark 14, 13 Luke 22, 10 Jam. 5, 11. I. Pet. 3, 8. INDEX. POL O.T. thunderstorm with hail which passed over the laud. (8) The plague of locusts. (9) The plague of darkness which lasted three days. (10) The smiting of the first-born of the Egyptians PLAIN OF JEZ'RE-EL. See Jezreel, No. 2. Also photograph, opp. page 180 Pl.AN'ETS. The twelve signs or constel- lations which were made the objects of idolatrous worship in Judah PLAS'TER. It was used by the ancients on the walls of their houses, and to cover the stones on which inscriptions were to be made. Plasters in the medical sense were also used , PLAT. A portion of land. PLATE. (1) A sheet of metal, or thin lami- na. (2) Burnished plate of metal. (3) An axle. (4) A board or table PLAT'TER. Vessel for boiling or serving meat. "To make clean the outside of a platter," was figuratively used to denote hypocrisy PLEDGE, That which is given as security for a loan, or for the performance of a contract. The Mosaic law contained wise provisions on this subject to protect the poor from oppression PLE'IA-DES (cluster). Seven stars; anci- ently in the Bull's tail, but on modern globes in the shoulder. They appear in the early spring PLOW. A much simpler implement than is now used was employed from the earli- est times by the Hebrews. It was some- times made from a crooked stick with the wooden share shod with a heart-shaped piece of iron. It is often used figuratively, See photograph, opp. page 718 PLOWMAN (husbandman). Used not only of one who held the plow, but of hus- bandmen in general PLOWSHARE. Iron tip of the plow which enters the earth. To "beat a plowshare into a sword" is symbolical of war.... PLUMB LINE or PLUM'MET. A line with an attached weight, used by masons and carpenters for exactness in their work. Also a cord for determining plane surfaces Often used figuratively POCH'E-RETH (ensnaring). Ancestor of a family which returned to Jerusalem POL'I-TICS, COR-RUP'TION IN. Corrup- tion in politics was to be found in the courts of Ahasuerus and Darius; also in the instances of Absalom electioneering for the throne, and Pilate condemning Jesus to satisfy the popular clamor POL'I-TICS, MIN'IS-TERS IN. Zadok the priest, a partisan of David; and Nathan the prophet, who influenced the selection of David's successor POL'I-TICS, WOM'EN IN. The wise woman of Abel, who saved the city through dip- lomacy: Bathsheba, who secured the crown for Solomon; Herodias, who influenced the administration of Herod; the mother of Zebedee's children, who sought favor for her sons — all illustrate the feminine influ- ence in politics POLL. When used as a noun it means the head. Used as a verb it means to shave the head Hos. 1, 5. II. K. 23, 5. Lev. 14, 42, 43, 48. Deut 27, 2, 4. Isa, 33,12. Dan. 5,5. II. K. 9, 26. Ex. 39, 3, 30 I. K. 7,30,36 Matt. 23, 25, 26. Luke 11. 39; Gen. 38, 17. Ex. 22, 26. Deut. 24, 6, 10, 12, 17. Ezek. 18, 7. Job 9. 9; 3! 31. Amos 5,1 Deut. 22. 10 Judg. 14, 18 I.Sam. 14,14, I. K. 19, 19. Job 1, 14. Prov. 20, 4. Isa 28,24. Hos. 10. 11, 13. I. Sam. 11, 7. Isa. 61, 5. Amos 9, 13. Isa. 2. 4. Joel 3, 10. Mic. 4. 3. II. K. 21, 13 Isa. 28, 17. Amos 7, 7. 8 Zech. 4, 10. Ezra 2, 57. Neh. 7, 59. II.Sam.15,2- 6. Esth. 3. Dan. 6, 4-15 II. Sam. 15, 24, 29. I. K. 1, 11-40. II. Sam. 20, 16-22. I. K, 1, 15-21. Num. 1,2; 3, 47. II. Sam. 14, 26. N. T. Luke 17, 7 I. Cor. 9, 10. Matt. 27.23 27. Mark 15 15. Luke 23 13-25. John 18, 38, 39; 19, 4-13. Matt. 14, 3- 11; 20, 20, 21, 22,23. Mark 6, 17-28. ?5- INDEX. POO O. T. POL-LU'TION. It refers to meat offered in sacrifice to idols PO-LYG'A-MY. See Marriage. POME-GRAN'ATE. A small tree cultivated from early times in Syria, l'ersia, Egypt, etc. The fruit is similar in size to an orange, and is a beautiful brownish-red color; the inside is a bright pink. It was adopted as one of the favorite devices in Solomon's Temple POM'MEL (round). A bowl; a round orna- ment . . . .- '. POM-PE'ii. See photographs, opp. pages 63 and 645 PON'TUS. The northeastern part of Asia Minor extending along the Black Sea. The birthplace of Aquila Ex. 28, 34; 39, 26. Num 20, 5, Deut. 8, 8. I. Sam. 14,2. I. K. 7, 18. Cant. 4, 3; 8, 2. Joel 1,12. I. K. 7,41. II. Chr. 4, 12. POOL (a pond). In general it denotes a res- ervoir for water, from which it was often conducted by pipes into towns. The fol- lowing are the principal pools mentioned in Scripture: (1) Pool of Hezekiah, opened by King Hezekiah in Jerusalem and fed by a watercourse. See photograph, opp. page 303. (2) The Upper and Lower Pool. The Upper Pool lying near the fuller's field outside Jerusalem. They are known as the Upper and Lower pools of Gihon. See photograph, opp. page 357. (3) The old Pool near the fountain of Siloam. (4) The King's Pool is perhaps to be found in the fountain of the Virgin Mary east of Ophel, and is. perhaps, the same as the pool of Solomon Ex. 7, 19. II. K. 18, 17 ; 20, 20. II. Chr. 32,30. Neh. 2, 14. Ps. 84, 6. Isa. 7. 3; 14, 23; 22. 9 11; 35, 7; 36 2; 41, 18: 42 15. Jer. SO, 38. Nan, 2, 8 POOL OF BE-THES'DA. See Bethesda also photograph, opp. page 740 , POOL OF SI-LO'AM. A pool near Jerusa lem; also called "the waters of Shiloh' and the "pool of Siloah. See photograph, opp. page 745 POOLS OF SOL'O-MON. Three large reser voirs, ten miles from Jerusalem, which sup plied the city with water. They were fed by natural springs and were capable of holding three million gallons of water, The ruins remain to this day. See photo- graph, opp. page 479 N. T. Acts 15, 20. INDEX. PRA O. T. N. T. Acts 2, 9; 18 2. I, Pet. 1.1, John 5, 2, 4,7. Neh.3.15. Isa.8,6. Eccl.2,6. John 5, 2-9. John 9,7,11. POOR, DU'TY TO. While sometimes used in Ex-22 25-27; the New Testament to denote those humble 23.11.Lev. in heart, the word generally has the literal igio-25,25- meaning in the Bible. The poor were 43', Deut. 14, specially provided for in the Mosaic law, 28,29; 15. 2- which surrounded them with safe-guards i4 ; 24,12-21 that prevented pauperism and secured for 26,12.13. them just treatment Isa. 1,17. POOR, GOD'S CARE OF THE. "The rich and the poor meet together; they are like each other in one thing — God created both; and both riches and poverty are of His bestowing." Hence the rich should not be supercilious, nor the poor despondent, for they are equal in the sight of God. One of the characters of the Messiah was to judge the poor and preach the Gospel to them. . POOR, KIND'NESS TO THE. The follow ing instances are mentioned in the Scrip tures: The kindness of Boaz to Ruth; of Elijah to the widow of Zarephath; of Elisha to the prophet's widow; of Job; of the Temanites; of Nebuzar-adan; of the good Samaritan; of Zacchaeus; of the dis ciples; of Dorcas; of Cornelius; of Paul: of the churches of Antioch, Macedonia, and Acnaia I.Sam. 2.7,8 Job 5,15,16; 34.19,28; 36, 6.15. Ps.12. 14,6; 34,6; 69,33; 109,31; 146,7. Prov. 22,2. Isa.25, 4; 41,17. Jer. 20,13. Ruth 2.14-16 23. I.K.17,12 24. II.K.4,1 7. Job 29.11 16; 31,16-21 38-40. Isa. 21,14. Jer. 39,10. Matt.5. 3; 19 21. Luke 3, 11; 11,41; 12. 33; 14,12, 13, 14; 18,22. Acts 20,35. Rom.12,20. I.Cor.13,3. Matt.11,5. Luke 4,18; 7, 22; 16,22. Jas. 2,5. POOR, OP-PRES'SION OF THE. In one in- stance, Amos reproached the Israelites with having sold the poor for a contemptible price; as for shoes and sandals. Probably the rich actually thus sold their poor debtors for things of no value. Nehemiah also rebuked the Jewish nobles who op- pressed their poor brethren Neh. 5,1-13 Job 24 .4,7- 10; Prov. 22.7.16 Amos 4,1,2; 5.11,12; 8,4,6 Luke 10,33- 35 ; 19,8. Acts 6,1 ; 9, 36; 10,2,4.11 19,30. Rom. 15.25,26. II.Cor.8.1-4 5. Jas. 2,6. POP'LAR (white). Probably the white pop- Gen. 30.37. lar of which there are four varieties in Palestine POR'A-THA (favored by fate). A son of Haman PORCH. (1) Vestibule or hall. (2) Pasage from the street into the first court of the house. (3) The colonnade of Bethesda, and that of the Temple called Solomon's porch POR'CI-US FES'TUS. See Festus. PORT. A gate. POR'TER. Not a carrier of burdens, but a Hos. 4,13. Est. 9,8. Judg.3,23. I.Chr.2811. Il.Chr.29,7. Ezek. 8,16; 41,15. Neh.2,13. II. Sam. 18, 26 Matt.26.71. Mark 14,68. John 5,2; 10, 23. Acts 3. 11; 5,12. Acts 24,27. gatekeeper I.Chr.9,22 POR'TION. (1) An allowance of food and clothing. (2) One's lot, destiny, etc; the result of effort. (3) Part of an estate, one's inheritance. Among its figurative meanings God is called the portion of His people POS'SESSED WITH DEVILS. Those people possessed with an evil spirit; madmen PO'TEN-TATE. Title applied to God POT'I-PHAR (belonging to the sun). Oflicer Gen. 37, 36; of Pharaoh, who bought Joseph of the 391. Midianites Gen.14,24. l.Sam.l 5. Neh.11.23. Job 3.22. Ps 16,5; 73,26. PO-TIPH'E-RAH. Egyptian priest of On. whose daughter Asenath became the wife of Joseph POT'SHERD. A fragment of an earthen vessel or pottery. Many are found in the ruins of ancient cities. Figuratively used to denote a thing worthless and insignin- caut POT'TAGE. In the East, lentils are boiled or stewed like beans with oil and garlic, and make a dish that is eaten as pottage. Other ingredients were also used POT'TER. The potter and the product of his labors are often alluded to in the Scrip- tures. The making of earthen-ware was one of the first manufacturies. The fra- gility of the potter's wares is figuratively likened to the fraility of human life and power; the power of the potter is also compared to God POT'TER'S FIELD. Burial place. Acel- dama, the field purchased with the money for which Judas betrayed Christ, was a potter's field POT'TER'S GATE. A gate of Jerusalem probably the Valley Gate which led to the valley of Hinnom POUND (weight). (1) A fixed weight or measured amount: a maneh. (2) A sum of money, about sixteen dollars POWDERS (dust). Powdered fepices used for incense and perfumes Matt.24,51. Luke 12,42, 46; 15,12. Matt.4.24; 8, 16, 28, 33. I.Tim.6,15. Gen .41 45, 50; 46,20. Job 2.8. Ps. 22,15. Prov. 26.23. Isa. 45,9. Gen.25 29.30 34.II.K.4.38, 39,40. Hag. 2,12. I.Chr4,23. Ps.2,9. Isa.30,14. Jer.18.2; 19, 1,11. Lam.4. 2. Zech.ll. 13. POWER. A military force. In general it denotes ability, force, and strength. The "powers of the world" to come, are the influences and miraculous operations of the Holy Ghost. The "powers of heaven" may denote the fearful tokens in the sky before the last judgment Neh.2,13; 3, 13. Jer.19,2. I.K.10.17. Ezra 2.69. Neh.7.71. Cant.3,6. II.Chr.32.9. Ezra 4.23. Job 5.20. Ps.62.11; 90, 11. Eccl.4,1 Jer.10,12. PRAE-TO'RI-UM (belonging to a Praetor). Headquarters of a Roman governor. In the Gospel it applied to three places: (1) The "common hall" at Jerusalem. (2) Herod's "judgment hall" at Caesarea. (3) The palace at Rome Matt.27,10. Rom.9,21. Rev.2,27. Matt.27.7.8. Acts 1,19. Luke 19.13. 16,18,20.24. 25 Matt .24,29. Luke 1,35; 4 32. Acts 1,8. Rom. 1,16. I.Cor.2,4;S. 4. Heb. 6,5. Matt. 27, 27 Mark 15, 16 Acts 23, 35, Phil. 1.13. 04 INDEX. PRE O. T. PRAISE. (1) A confession of the excellen- cies of God. (2) A declaring of the good qualifications of men. (3) The fancied ex- cellence of idois. (4) The person or good deeds commended; so God is the praise of His people PRAY'ER. Petitions offered to God for mer- cies desired, and thanksgiving and praise for blessings received. If persons have the knowledge of God and themselves, forms' are not absolutely necessary, al though they may be helpful: nor is there any confinement to forms of words in prayer to be found iu the Scriptures. Our Saviour's pattern is not expressed in the same words in both places where it Is found; and where it is the most full, He only requires us to pray "after this manner PRAY'ER, AN'SWER TO. It is more natu- ral that God, who is infinitely merciful, should answer the prayer of His children than that earthly parents should grant their children's requests. We pray to a loving Person — One who has declared Him self a hearer of prayer, and who has made It a condition on which it seems good to Him to put forth His power. See table "Prayers answered" after Index PRAY'ER, CON-PES'SION IN. Our prayers to God lie in offering our hearty requests to Him, either with or without words, with a full confession of our sins, and a thankful acknowledgment of His mercy PRAY'ER, IM-POR-TU'NI-TY IN. It was shown by the following: Abraham when he questioned God concerning the destruc- tion of Sodom; Moses when for forty days and nights he interceded for the Israelites because of their sin of the "molten image"; David in his prayers to God for strength; Isaiah; Daniel; Jonah; the Syrophenician woman; the centurion... PRAY'ERS OP CHRIST. There are several prayers of Jesus recorded iu the New Testa- ment: the model prayer for His disciples; brief thanksgivings; the petition in Geth- semane; and the exclamations on the cross. PREACH'ING. It originally meant to heraid or proclaim, and in that sense it is mainly used in the Bible. In the Epistles, how ever, the word has nearly the same mean ing it has w.'th us now — a public discourse on the truths of religion PRE'CEPT. A direction or command enjoin- end by a superior; either human or Divine PRE-DES'TI-NATE. To appoint beforehand by irreversible decree or unchangeable pur- pose; to preordain; to predetermine. Pre- destination is exemplified in the covenant of Abraham concerning his posterity; in the destruction of the Hivites; Philistines; Eli's sons; Ahaziah; and Amaziah and the idola- trous Jews. In Zerubabbel; the Apostles; Jacob; and Ruf us PREP'A-RA'TION (a making ready). A word used with "day" to denote Friday when all preparations for the Sabbath were made PRES'BY-TER-Y. An assembly of elders. . PRES'I-DENT. Three chief rulers placed over the satraps of Belshazzar and contin- ued under Darius PRESS-FAT (trough). Vat Into which juice pressed from the grapes flows.... the PRE-SUMP'TION. Undue boldness in taking liberties; arrogance; insolence; self-willed; obstinate; despising authority. Presumptu- ous sins must be distinguished from sins of infirmity, of Ignorance, and of violent temptation. The Ingredients which render It presumptuous are knowledge; deliberation Ps. 9. 14;22 25- v 30,12;34 1; 40,3. Pro v 27,2. Jer.17 14. Dan. 5, 4 I. Sam. 7, 8. I. Chr. 16,11 35. II. Chr.7, 14. Neh. 4,9. Job 15, 4. Ps. 5, 3; 27, 8; 42,8: 105, 3,4; 143,8. Eccl. 5, 2. Isa. 55, 6. Lam. 3. 41. Zech. 12, 10. Ex. 6, 5; 22 23, 27. Job 22,27; 33,26. Ps. 3,4; 6, 8; 34, 15; 37, 5:107,6:118 5; 145, 18. Isa. 65, 24. Jer. 29, 12. Lam. 3, 57. Num. 5,6,7. Judg. 10, 15. I.Sam.12.10. Neh. 1, 6. Job 7. 20. Prov. 28, 13. Ex. 33.12.16; 34, 9. Deut. 9, 25. Judg. 6, 36-40. Ps. 17,1,6; 22, 1.2, 19; 28, 1.2; 35,22; 55, 1; 70, 5; 86,3; 119,58. Neh. 6, 7. Ps. 40. 9. Isa. 61, 1. Jonah 3, 2. Neh. 9, 14. Ps. 119, 4. I. Chr. 22, 5 Prov. 16, 1. Nah. 2, 3. D»n. 6. 7. Hag. 2. 16. Num. 14.44; 15, 30, 31; 16, 41; 21, 5. Deut. 1, 43; 17,12,13:18, 20,22. II. Chr. 26, 22. N. T. Luke 18, 43 Acts 16, 25. Rom. 13, 3. I. Cor. 11, 2 I. Pet. 2, 14. Rev. 19, 5, INDEX. PRO O. T. Matt. 6,5-13. Mark 9, 29. Luke 11 1-: 4; 18, 1. Rom. 8,26. I. Cor. 14,15, Eph. 6. 18. Phil. 4,6. Col. 4, 2. I. Thess, 5,17. I. Tim. 2,8. Heb. 4, 16. Jas. 5, 16. Matt. 7,7-11. 21, 22. Mark 11,13.24,25. Luke 7, 3-10. John 9, 31; 14, 13, 14; 15, 7. Acts 4, 31; 9, 40; 12, 5 17. Jas. 5. 17, 18. Matt.8,5;lS, 22-28. Mark 7,25-30; 10, 48. Luke 7, 3, 4:11,5-8; 18, 7,39. II. Cor. 12. 8. Eph. 6, 18, Heb. 5, 7. Matt. 6.9,13: 11,25,26: 17. 1, 2; 27. 46. Luke 11 2-4; 23, 34. Matt. 3. 1. Mark 1, 14. Luke 8, 1. Acts 8. 4; 10 36; 15, 35. Rom. 2, 21. Gal. 5, 11. Mark 10, 5. Heb. 9. 19. Matt. 11, 25; 20. 16, 23. Mark 13, 22. Luke 4, 26. 27. John 13 18; 15, 19. Rom.9,12,13; 16, 13. Gal 1.15. Matt. 27, 62, Mark 15, 42. Luke 23, 54. John 19, 14. I. Tim. 4, 14. Matt. 4, 5-7. Luke 12, 18, 19, 20; 18, 11, 12. John 15, 22. Acts 17, 5. Rom. 1, 32; 9, 20, 21. and contrivance; obstinacy; inattention to the remonstrances of conscience; opposition to the dispensations of Providence; and re peated commission of the same sin. Pre sumptuous sins are very numerous; such as profane swearing, perjury, theft, adultery, drunkenness, Sabbath-breaking, etc PRICK. To incite, spur, goad. To be "pricked in the heart and reins" is be inwardly convicted of sin PRIEST. The word "priest" means one who presides over things relating to God. Origi- nally, there seem to have been no priests — that is, special ministers of religion — among the Hebrews, though there was always a special ministration of religion, which con- sisted principally in the preparation and of- fering of the daily, weekly, and monthly sacrifices. This was simply the duty of the head of the household, and descended from the father to the first-born son. Such was the case in the time of the patriarchs. But when the Hebrews developed from a house- hold into a people, from a family into a nation, the Mosaic law instituted a special order of men for this specific service. They were inaugurated with very solemn and imposing ceremonies, and when duly invest- ed with the priestly office, they alone had the right to offer sacrifices to conduct the public service in the Temple, to officiate at purifications, to take care of the sacred fire and the golden lamp, etc. They were main- tained at the expense of the whole peo- ple. As this priestly order was made up exclusively from the male descendants of Aaron, the number of its members was of course at first very small; but in the time of David three thousand seven hundred priests joined him at Hebron; and under the kings the provisions made for the maintenance of the order proved so utterly insufficient that many priests lived in great poverty. Be- sides their strictly priestly duties they were to sit in judgment at the trial of jealousy, to superintend the lepers, to expound the law to the people, etc PRIEST-HOOD. (1) The office of priest. (2) The execution of thi-s office. (3) A class of priests; so the saints are a "holy and royal priesthood" PRI-MO-GEN'I-TTJRE. See Birthright. PRINCE. (1) Principal man of a family or tribe. (2) Title of Christ. (3) Nobles, coun- selors, and officers of a kingdom. (4) The chief of the priests. (5) Men of princely worth. (6) Name given to God. (7) The Roman emperor. (8) The Devil, called "the prince of the world" PRIN'CI-PAL-I-TIES. The term denotes the following: (1) Royal state or head attire marking the same. (2) Good angels. (3) Bad angels. (4) Chief rulers PRIS'CA or PRIS-CIL'LA (little old woman). A Christian and the wife of Aquila of Pontus PRIS'ON. By the Mosaic law the culprit was at once put on trial, and imprisonment was not used as a punishment. The kings of the Hebrews, however, had a prison connected with the palace. The Romans used the tower of Antonia in Jerusalem, and the praetorium in Caesarea as prisons; and the religious authorities had a prison in Jerusalem. To a prison is compared what- ever tends to restrict liberty, and renders one disgraced and wretched Esth. 7, 5. Ps. 19, 13; 36, 4. Prov. 6, 14; 25, 6. Isa. 45, 9, 10. Jer. 44. 16. Ps. 73. 21. Gen. 14, 18; 47, 22, 26. Ex. 2, 16; 28, 1-39; 29, 30. Lev. 1, 9, 11 13, 17; 2, 2, i; 4, 3, 6, 20, 25; 5,8; 6, 10 29; 7, 8, 9; 8 9; 13, 3, 4, 6, 9; 14, 11. 16, 35, 48; 21, 9; 22, 11; 23,10. Num. 5,8. 15, 30; 6, 20; 19, 7; 35, 32. Deut. 18, 3. Judg. 17, 5; 10,13. I.Sam. 1, 3; 5, 5; 6, 2; 22, 17, 18. 21. I. K. 8, 3; 12. 31; 13, 2. 1I.K.12,7;17, 27; 23,5, 20. II. Chr. 4. 6; 5. 12, 14; 6, 41; 26, 19; 34. 5; 35, 2. Ezra 6, 18. 20; 7, 16; 9,7. Neh. 2, 16; 3, 22; 9, 32. Ezek. 22,26. Hag, 2, 11. Ex. 40, 15, Num. 16, 10; 18, 1; 25, 13, Ezra 2, 62. Gen. 25, 31. Gen. 23. 6. Ex. 2. 14. Num. 17, 2. Eccl. 10. 7. Isa. 9, 6; 10, 8; 43,28; 53, 5. Dan.8.11; 9,26. Jer. 13, 18. PRIVY. Informed of a secret matter; cogni- zant of a secret PRIZE. A reward bestowed on victors in the public games of the Greeks PROCH'O-RUS (chorus leader). One of the seven first deacons of the Christian church. . 96 Gen. 37, 24. Lev. 24, 12. I. K. 17,4; 22,27.II.Chr, 16,10. Neh, 3,25. Job 3, 18. Ps.142, 7. Eccl. 4, 14. Isa. 42, 7; 53, 8. Jer. 32, 2; 38, 6-11. I. K. 2, 44. Ezek. 21, 14. N.T. I. Cor. 10,9. II.Thess.2.3 4. Jas. 4.13. 14, 15, 16. II Pet. 2, 10, 1L Acts 2, 37; 9 5; 26, 14. Matt. 8. 4; 12,4,5. Mark I, 44; 2, 26. Luke 1.5; 5 14; 6. 4; 10. 31; 17, 14. John 1, 19. Acts 6, 7; 14, 13; 19,14. Heb. 7, 3, 11, 15,20,21,23; 8, 4; 9, 6; 10, II. Rev. 1, 6; 5, 10; 20, 6. * Heb. 7,5.11 12,14,24. I Pet. 2, 5, 9. Heb. 12,16. Matt. 2, 6; 9, 34; 20, 25. John 12, 31; 14, 30; 16,11" Acts 3, 15; 5. 31. Eph. 2, 2. Rev. 1, 5. Eph. 1,21; 3, 10; 6,12. Col. 1, 16; 2, 15. Tit. 3, 1. Rom. 16. 3. I. Cor. 16,19, II. Tim. 4,19. Matt. 4, 12; 14, 3, 10; 18, 30; 25,36.39. Mark 1, 14; 6. 17. Luke 22,23:23,19. Acts 5, 18, 19, 21; 12, 4; 16,23. Eph 3, 1. I. Pet. 3. 19. Rev. 2, 10; 20, 7. Acts 5, 2, I. Cor. 9. 24 Phil. 3. 14. Acts 6. 5, '/'•/ INDEX. PRO PBOC'LA-MA'TION (to cry aloud). Public notice of the will of a superior by a herald or crier PRO-CRAS'TI-NA'TION. Delay. Illustrated in the Scriptures by Pharaoh who put off from day to day the departure of the Israel- ites; Elisha, when he left his home to join Elijah; and Esther, in making her request of Ahasuerus PRO-PANE'. To make common; to defile. Profane persons are such as defile them- selves by shameful actions, particularly by a contempt of sacred things PRO-FESS'. To declare openly and solemnly PRO-FESS'ION. The act of publicly declar lng belief in, and adherence to, the truth of the Gospel PROG-NOS'TI-CA'TORS. Chaldaeans who pretended to foretell future events by changes of the moon, etc PROM'ISE. An engagement to bestow some benefit; an assurance that God has given in His word of bestowing blessings upon His people. The word in the New Testa ment is often taken for those promises that God heretofore made to Abraham and the other patriarchs, of sending the Messiah Paul commonly used the word in this sense. The promises of the new covenant are more spiritual, clear, extensive, and universal, than those in the Mosaical covenant. The children of promise are the Israelites; the Jews converted to Christianity in opposition to the Jews who would not believe in Christ; and all true believers. Promises also denote eternal life, or the blessedness promised, which is the object of the Chris tian's hope PROPH'ECY (an interpretation). A foretell ing of such events as could be known only to God. The fulfillment of prophecy is an unimpeachable evidence of the Divine in- spiration of the prophet • PROPH'ET. It means first one who speaks or interprets; then, one who speaks or in- terprets a message he has received from God; finally, one who is sent by God to re- veal something with respect to the future. It is necessary to keep in mind these three acceptations of the word "prophet" in or- der to understand that Aaron is called the prophet of Moses; that Abraham is called a prophet; and that there existed among the Hebrews as part of their system of priesthood a regular order of prophets, a fixed institution in which priests were ed- ucated. Samuel created this institution and has been much praised for the work. In these schools young men were instructed in the interpretation of the law, in music, and In poetry, by some older prophet, who was called their father and master. There was of course no connection between the pro- phetical education and the prophetical gift. No doubt many young men went through tue prophetical school without ever receiv- ing a message from God; and Amos was called by God although he had not gone through any school. Two of the greatest prophets, Elijah and Elisha, have left no writings. Of the sixteen prophets whose books are found in the Old Testament Can- on ten lived before the Captivity; Jonah, Joel, Amos, Hosea, Isaiah, Micah, Nahum, Zephanlah, Jeremiah, Habakkuk; three un- der the Captivity: Daniel, Obadiah, and Ezekiel; and three after the Captivity: Hag- gai, Zechariah, and Malachi. John the Baptist was the last prophet of the old dispensation PROPH'ET-ESS. The wife of a prophet; also a woman who had the gift of prophecy The most noted of the prophetesses were Miriam, Deborah, Huldah, Noadiah, and Anna. The four daughters of Philip, the Evangelist, prophesied O.T. Ex, 32, 5. 1. K. 15, 22. Dan. 5. 29 Ex. 8, 10; 22, 29. I. K. 19, 20.21. Esth. 5. 8. Prov. 27, 1. Ezek. 12.28. Lev. 18, 21; 19, 7; 21. 4, 7, 12; 22. IS. Ezek. 21, 25. Deut. 26, 3. N.T. Luke 12, 3. Rev. 5, 2. Matt. 8, 21; 24,48,49,50, 51; 25. 2-13. Luke 9, 59, 60, 61, 62. Acts 24, 25. Matt. 12, 5. Acts 24,6, Matt. 7. 23. I. Tim. 6, 12, Heb. 3, 1; 4, 14; 10. 23. Isa. 47. 13. Ex. 12, 25. Num. 14, 34, 40. Deut. 1, 11; 6,3; 9,28; 10, 9; 12, 20; 19,8;23.23;26 18. Josh. 9, 21; 22, 4; 23 5,10,15. II, Sam. 7, 28. I. K. 2, 24; 5, 12-8,20, 56; 9.5. Il.Chr. 6.10,15. Neh, 5, 12; 9, 23. Ps.77,8; 105, 42. Jer.32, 42. Il.Chr. 9, 29 15,8. Neh. 6 12. Prov. 30, 1; 31. 1. Jer. 25,30. Matt. 14, 7. Luke 1,72; 22,6. Acts 7 5. Rom, 1,2 4, 13, 14, 16 20; 9, 8, 9; 15,8. II. Cor I. 20; 7, 1. Gal.3.16,17 18, 19, 21, 22 29; 4, 23. 28 Eph. 1. 13; 2 12; 3. 6; 6, 2 Tit, 1,2. Heb.6,12,13 Jam. 1, 12. II. Pet. 1.4. Gen. 20, 7. Ex.7. 1. Deut, 18, 20. I.Sam. 10,10; 19. 20; 22, 5. II. Sam. 24, 11. I.K.I, 32 44; 11,29; 16. 7- 19.1; 20, 35, 41; 22,10, 13. I.Chr.16, 22. Il.Chr. 12, 5; 15. 8; 32,20; 35,18; 36, 12. Ezra 12-6, 14. Neh. 6, 7, 14; 9.30.32. Ps. 74,9. Isa.3.2; 9,15; 28. 7; 29,10; 30. 10. Jer. 2. 8, 26, 30; 4,9; 5,31; 8, 1; 13, 13; 14, 13, 14, 15; 23.11,13.28; 26, 7; 27, 9. Lam. 2. 20. Ezek. 7. 26: 13,2; 14, 4,9. Hos. 4, 5. Amos. 7, 14. Hab. 3. 1. Zech. 13, 5. Mai. 4. S. Ex. 15, 20. Judg.4, 4. II. K. 22, 14 II.Chr.34.22 Neh. 6, 14. Isa. 8, 3. Matt. 13, 14 I.Cor.12,10 13,2. I.Tim; 1. 18, 4, 14. II. Pet. 1. 21 Matt. 1,22; 2, 5,17; 5, 12; 7, 12; 10. 41; 11, 9,13; 12,39; 13, 35, 37; 14. 5; 16, 14; 21, 46; 23, 29, 30; 24,15; 26, 56. Mark 1,2; 6, 15; 11, 32; 13, 14. Lukel. 70, 76; 4, 17, 24, 27; 7, 28; 11, 50; 13. 28; 16, 16, 29; 20, 6; 24. 25. John 1, 21, 45; 4, 19; 6, 14; 8, 52. Acts 2. 16; 3, 18. 23; 7, 48; 8, 28; 11. 27; 13, 6, 20; 15, 32; 24,14; 26, 22; 28,23. Rom. 1, 2; 3, 21; 11. 3. I. Cor, 12, 28, 29; 14. 32. Eph. 2, 20; 3, 5; 4, 11. I. Thess.2, 15. Tit, 1, 12. Heb. 1, 1. Jam. 5, 10. I. Pet. 1. 10. II. Pet. 2, 16. Rev. 11, 10; 18,20; 22,6. Luke 2, 36. Acts 21, 9. Rev. 2, 20. INDEX. PSA O.T. PRO-PIT'I-A'TION. Offering made to ap- pease the wrath and conciliate the favor ot an offended person. Christ is the "propi- tiation" for our sins PROS'E-LYTE (a new-comer). A name given by the Jews to such as were converted from heathenism to the Jewish faith. There were two classes: "proselytes of the gate," who adopted the Jewish monotheism and Messianic hopes, but were not circumcised; and "proselytes of righteousness," who were full Jews and, generally, most bigoted. To the former belonged Cornelius and Lydia and many of the earliest best members of the apostolic churches PROVEN-DER (food for beasts). The He- brew "provender" was a mixture of chopped straw and barley, or of oats, beans, and peas PROVERB (to be like). The proverb of the Eastern people was primarily "a simili- tude." It might be a saying requiring in- terpretation, or a parable. A conundrum; something enigmatical PROVERBS, THE BOOK OP. It is the twentieth book of the Old Testament Canon and is a collection of keen observations, wise counsels, moral maxims, rules of con- duct, etc., sometimes given in that short, forcible form which characterizes the popu- lar adage, and sometimes in the more elab- orate form of instructive poetry. The larger part of it is by Solomon; but the whole collection was probably not compiled until the time of Hezekiah PROVI-DENCE. The guidance and direction of the several parts of the universe by a superior intelligent Being. By Providence we understand, not merely foresight, but an uniform and constant operation of God, subject to the action of creation. Nothing can be more clear from the testimony of Scripture, than that God takes part in all that happens among mankind, directing and overruling the whole course of events, so as to make every one of them answer the designs of His wise and righteous judgment. We cannot conceive God acting as the Gov- ernor of the world at all, unless His govern- ment were to extend to all the events that happen PROVINCE (district ruled by a judge). In the Old Testament the word' signifies a country, or a part of a kingdom or empire. In the New Testament those places con- quered by the Romans and reduced under their form of government PROVO-CA'TION (bitterness). The word Is generally used to designate the ungrateful . and rebellious spirit of the Israelites and their consequent conduct. Their idolatrous offerings were a "provocation" to Jehovah. Job's friends were a "provocation" to him.. PRTJ'DENCE, PRTJ'DENT. The act of suiting words and actions according to the circum- stance of things, or rules of right reason. It is defined by some as a knowledge of what it to be desired or avoided. It is a conformity to the rules of reason, truth, and decency, at all times and under all circumstances. Moral prudence has for its end peace and satisfaction of mind in this world, and the greatest happiness after death PSALM. A sacred song or hymn in praise or worship of God Gen. 24, 25 42,27: 43. 24 Judp. 19. 19, Isa. 30, 24. Num. 21. 27. I. K. 4 32. Prov. 1, 1, 6 Eccl. 12,9. Ezek. 16, 44, PSALMS, THE BOOK OF. It consists Of five divisions. Part -. I contains forty-one psalms, of which thirty-seven are ascribed to David and four are anonymous, namely 1, 2, 10, and 33 Part II contains thirty-one psalms, 42-72 of which seven are by the sons of Korah, one by Asaph, nineteen by David, three anony- mous, and one by Solomon, or for Solomon. Part III contains seventeen psalms, 73-89, of which eleven are by Asaph, four by the Gen. 1,29,30; 22, 14, 17. Lev. 26, 4, 5, 6,10. Deut. 1.10: 10. 18; 11. 12; 29, 5. I.Sam. 2,7,8. Job 37. 6-24; 38,25,27,41; 39,5. Ps.23, 1-6; 36.6; 40, 5; 69, 35; 85, 12; 146.7-9; 147, 8, 9, 13, 14. Joel 2,21, 23,26. I. K. 20, 14. Ezra 4, IS; 6, 2; 7, 16. Neh. 7, 6. Esth. 1, 1. Eccl. 2. 8. Dan. 2, 48. r.K. 15, 30. II. K. 23, 26 Neh, 9,1 8. Job 17, 2. Ps. 95, 8. Jer.32, 31. Ezek. 20, 28 I.Sam.16,18. Il.Chr. 2, 12. Prov. 8, 12; 12,16; 13, 16; 14, 8, 15, 18; 15. 5; 16, 21: 18,15; 19. 14; 22 3; 27, 12. Prov. 8,12. Isa. 3,2. Jer 49, 7. Amos 5,13. I.Chr. 16, 7. Ps. 81, 2. N.T. Rom. 3. 25. I.John 2, 2; 4,10. Matt. 23, 15. Acts 2. 10; 6, 5; 13, 43. Luke 4. 23. John 10, 25, 29. H.Pet. 2,22, Matt. 10,29.30,31. Luke 12.6.7, 24-28; 22.35. John 6, 31. Actsl4, 17; 24, 2. I. Cor. 2,9; 16, 2. Il.Cor. 9,8,9, 10. Heb. 11, 40. Acts 23, 34; 25,1. Heb. 3,8,15. Matt. 11,25. Luke 10, 59. Acts 13, 7. I. Cor. 1.19. Eph. 1, 8. Acts 13. 33. I.Cor.14,26. 96 INDEX. PUR O. T. N. T. sons of Koran, one by David — namely, 86 — and one — namely, 89 — by Ethan, the Ezra- hite Part IV contains seventeen psalms, 90-106, of which one is by Moses — namely, £H> — two by David — namely, 101-103 — and the rest anonymous Part V contains forty-four psalms, 107-150, of which fifteen are by David, one by Solomon, and the rest anonymous, including the fif- teen Songs of Degrees or Pilgrim Psalms — namely, 120-134 — for journeys up to the fes- tivals in Jerusalem and five Hallelujah Psalms. The whole collection of Psalms is not only in point of time, but also in rank, the first hymn-book and prayer-book for public and private devotion, and is so used to this day by Jews, and Christians of all denominations PSAL'TER-Y. A musical instrument with ten strings, like a harp, which was used for sacred music PTOL'E-MA'IS. A seaport in Asher, formerly called Accho, visited by Paul. It is fre quently mentioned in the Apocrypha PU'AH. (1) A Hebrew midwife. (2) A man of Issachar, the father of Tola. (3) See Phuvah PUB 'LI-CAN. An under collector of the Ro- man tribute. The principal or chief collec- tors of this revenue were men of great credit and influence; but the under collec- tors or publicans to whom they farmed it out were noted for their rapacity and ex- tortion, and were held in great aversion, besides being denied admittance to the Temple or Synagogues PUB'LI-US. Governor of Melita when Paul was shipwrecked on that island PU'DENS (modest). A Christian at Rome... PUL (lord). (1) Assyrian king who invaded Canaan; bribed by Menahem to withdraw his troops. (2) Place or tribe in Africa... PUL'PIT (rostrum). Pulpit of wood where Ezra the scribe read the law to the people. . PULSE. Vegetables in general, and more particularly, lentils, peas, beans, etc PUN'ISH-MENTS. According to the Mosaio law there were seventeen crimes worthy of capital punishment. The modes of cap- ital punishment were probably restricted to lapidation or stoning, which by skillful management might produce instantaneous death. The appearance of decapitation in later times had no relation to the Mosaic law. Various punishments were introduced among the Jews, or became known to them by their intercourse with other nations, — viz., precipitation, or throwing, or causing to leap, from the top of a rock. The lion's den was a Babylonian punishment. The punishment of crucifixion was received by the Jews from the Romans. Among the minor corporal punishments ordered by Moses, was scourging. Involuntary trans- gressions of the Levifical law were atoned for by a sin-offering. Though the doctrine of a future state was known to the ancient Hebrews, yet temporal punishment and re- ward were the immediate motives held out to obedience. Hence the references in the Old Testament to punishment in the future state are very obscure and scanty PU'NON (darkness). Station of the Israelites between Zalmonah and Oboth PUR (lot). The astrologers cast lots before Haman concerning the destruction of the Jews PUR'CHASE. The meaning in the Bible was to obtain or acquire in any manner I Sam. 10,5. Ps.33,2. Dan.3,5. Ex. 1,15. Judg.10,1. I.Chr.7,1. Acts 21.7. Matt.5,46; 9 10,11; 10,3; 11,19; 18,17; 21,31,32. Mark 2,15. Luke 3,12; 5 27,30; 7,29, 34; 15,1; 18, 10,11,13; 19, 2. Acts 28,7,8. II.Tim.4,21. II.K.15.19. I.Chr.5.26. Isa.66,19. Neh.8,4. Dan. 1,12,16. Gen.4,13; 9, 5.6. Ex.21, 15.16,17; 22, 18,20; 35,2. Lev.4,2; 5,1. 4-7; 18,22;19,l 20; 20,2-5,10 11,12,14,15, 16; 21,9; 24, 11-14,16,23; 26,41. Deut. 13,1-10; 17, 12; 22,21-24, 25. I.Sam. 28,10. I.K.2, 25. Job 19, 29; 31,3. Ps. 149.7. Prov. 19,19. Isa. 59,18. Lam. 3.39; 4,6,22. Dan. 3,19- 23. Amos 1, 3,6,9,11,13. Zech.5,3,4. Num.33,42, 43. Est.3.7;9,24, 26. Matt.3,12; 5, 22; 10,28; 14, 10; 16.27; 18, 8; 23,14,33; 25; 41,46; 27, 26,35,38. Mark 3,29; 6 16,27,28; 15, 15,24,27. Luke 3,17; 12,47.48; 20, 47; 23,16.33. John 5,29; 19,1. Acts 5, 36,37; 7,58; 12,2; 22,24, 29. Rom. 2,3. Il.Cor. 2,6. Col.3,25 Heb.2,3; 6,2; 10 28,29,30, 31; 12,25. 1. Pet. 2,14. Rev.14,10, 11; 19,3; 20, 10. I.Tim.3,13. INDEX. RAA PURGE (to cleanse). Christ purges our sin. by making atonement by His blood. By "mercy and truth" iniquity is purged. A land is "purged" when the wicked men who corrupt it, are killed or made captives; or the idols and other occasions of wicked- ness are taken away O.T. I Sam.3,14. II.Chr.34,3, " Ps.51,7; 65,3; 79,9. Prov. 16,6. Isa.4.4; 6,7; 22,14; 27,9. PU-RI'FI-CA'TIONS, PU'RI-FY. Purifica- Num.8,21 tions formed an important part of the re- 19,9,12, 17[l9 Iigious services of the Jews. They had a 20. Il.Chr. spiritual meaning, and were also useful in 30,19. Neh. securing health; but after the Captivity 12,45. Est. they were carried to excess, especially by 2,3,12. Job the Pharisees. See Ablution; uncleanhess. . 41,25. Ezek. 43,26. PU'RIM (lots). Feast commemorative of the Est.9,26,28, deliverance of the Jews from the plot of 29,31,32. Haman. Still celebrated by the Jews on the 14th and 15th of the Jewish month Adar (March). Also called the Feast of Lots PU'RI-TY. It implies a careful and habitual guard against everything that tends to pol lute the mind, or degenerate one in any way. It is a state of being pure PUR'PLE. The word seems to nave been ap- plied to every color in which red was mixed. It was obtained from a shell-fish of the Mediterranean Sea, and was the royal and noble color. It was also employed in relig- ious worship both among the Jews and Gentiles PUR'TE-NANCE. victim Viscera of a sacrificial PU-TE'O-LI (springs of sulphur). Seaport of Italy, near Naples, where 1'aul spent a week PU'TI-EL (afflicted of of Eleazar the priest. God). Father-in-law PY-GARG' (leaper). A species of antelope . PYR'RHUS (fiery-haired). Father of Sopater. PYR'A-MID. See photographs, opp. pages 67, 75, 76, 193, 347 and 545 Q N. T- Matt. 3.12. Luke 3,17. I. Cor.5,7. II. Tim.2,21. Heb.1,3; 9. 14,22; 10,2. HPet.1.9. Luke 2,22. John 2,6; 3, 25; 11,55. Acts 21, 26. Heb. 9,13. Jam.4,8. 1. Pet.1,22. I. John 3,3. Ps.24,4; 51, 7. Prov.20,9, 21,8; 30,12. Dan.12.10. Ex.25.4; 26, l;28,6.Num, 4,13. Judg. 8,26. Prov. 31,22. Jer. 10,9. Ezek. 27.16. Ex.12,9. Ex.6,25. Deut. 14,5. Matt.5,8. lI.Cor.6,6. Phil. 4,8. I. Tim.3.9;4, 12. Tit.1,15. Mark 15,17, 20. Luke 16, 19. John 19, 2.5. Acts. 16.14. Rev. ,4; 18,12,16 Acts 28.13. 14. Acts 20, 4. QUAILS. Birds miraculously supplied for Ex. 16, 13. the Israelites at Kibroth-hattaavah, in the Num. 11,31. wilderness Ps.105,40. QUAR'RY (carved), gods Perhaps, images of false Judg.3, 19,26 QUAR'TUS (fourth). A Christian at Corinth QUA-TER'NI-ON. A squad of four soldiers; the usual number of a Roman night watch. . QUEEN. This title was applied to the ruling monarch, if a woman; to the wife of a king; also, to the mother of a king. As a result of the practice of polygamy the wife of a king did not enjoy the distinction she does now. The queen-mother, however, generally exercised great influence and power QUEEN OF HEAVEN. Assyrian title of the goddess of the moon; known to the Shemites as Astarte, Ashtaroth, etc QUIVER. A case or sheath for arrows. It is often used figuratively in the Bible R RA'A-MAH (trembling). A city of the Cush- ites, or of Cushite origin, probably, on the southwest shore of the Persian Gulf I.K.10,1. II. K.10,13. Neh.2,6.Est 1,9; 2,4; 7,2. Ps.45,9. Cant.6,8. Jer.13,18. Dan. 5,10. Jer.7,18; 44, 17,18,19,25. Gen 27,3. Ps. 127. 5. Jer. 5, 16 Gen. 10. 7. I. Chr. 1, 9. Ezek. 27, 22. Rom. 16,23. Acts 12,4. Matt.12,42. Luke 11.31. Acts 8,27. Rev.18, 7. 97 INDEX. RAI O. T. N. T. INDEX. RAN RA'A-MI'AH. One of those who returned Ezra 2. 2. from captivity; also called Reelaiah Neh. 7. RAB'BAK (great). City east of the Jordan, [Deut. 3. 11. originally the capital of -the Ammonites. It Josh. 13, 25; was taken by David; possessed again by 15, 60. II. the Ammonites; and rebuilt several eentu- Sam. 11, 1; ries later bv Ptolemv Philadelphus who call-<12, 26; ed it "Philadelphia." It was also calledll7,27. l.Chr. "Rabbath of the Children of Amnion," or 20, 1. Jer.49, Rabbath of the Ammonites." (2) City of 2, 3. Ezek,_ Judah, named with Kirjath-jeariin 21, 20; 25. 5 Amos. 1, 14. RABT5I (my master). . Name given by the Jews to the teachers of their law, and fre- quently applied to our Lord by His disciples and the people RAB'BITH (multitude). City of Issachar RAB'BO-NI (my master). Highest Jewish title of honor for the teachers of the law. . . RAB'MAG (chief magician). An Assyrian prince, or possibly a title of Nergalsharezer. RAB'SA-RTs. (1) Assyrian general under Sen- nacherib. (2) One of Nebuchadnezzar's of- ficers, or possibly a title of Nebushasban. . . RAB'SHA-KEH. One of three Assyrian gen- erals sent by Sennacherib against Jerusa- lem; he was the utterer of insultin speeches addressed to the beseiged Josh. 19. 20. Matt. 23. 7. 8. John 1.36 49: 3, 2, 26; 6,25. John 20, 16. Jer.39,3,13. II. K. 18. 17. Jer. 39, 3. 13 II. K. 18. 17 37; 19, 4, 8. Isa. 36, 22; 137, 4, 8. RA'CA (worthless), contempt A term of reproach and RACE. (1) One of the contests in the Gre- cian games RA'CHAL (traffic). City of Judah. RA'CHEL (a ewe). The younger daughter of Laban. She became the beloved wife of Jacob, was the mother of Joseph and Ben- jamin, and died near Bethlehem in giving birth to the latter. As the general mother of the Jewish nation she is figuratively represented as "weeping for her children," the Jewish captives _ RA'CHEL'S TOMB. It is north of Beth.'e- Gen. 35. 19, hem where Jacob set up a pillar. The spot 20. I. Sam. was well-known in the time of Samuel and. 10, 2. Saul. See photograph, opp. page 29 Ps. 19, 5. Ecc). 9. 11. I.Sam. 30.29 Gen. 29. 12 16, 17, 18, 20 28; 30, 1, 2. 22; 31, 19,33: 33, 2; 35, 19. Ruth 4, 11. Jer. 31, 15. 7att. 5, 22. I. Cor. 9. 24. Heb. 12, 1. Matt. 2, 18. RAD'DA-I (treading down). A son of Jesse. . I. Chr. 2,14 RA'GAU. An ancestor of Christ; identical Gen. 11.18- Luke 3. 35. with Reu 21. I. Chr. 1,25. RA-GU'EL or RE-L'EL (friend of God). (1) Gen. 36,4. A son of Esau. (2) Father of Jethro; con- Ex. 2, 18. founded by some with Jethro Num. 10, 29. RA'HAB (proud). (1) Canaanitish woman of Josh. 2, 1; 6. Matt. 1, 5. Jericho who received and concealed the two 17,25. Ps. Heb. 11,31. spies sent by Joshua to explore the land of 87,4; 89, 10. jam. 2. 25. Canaan: also called Rachab. |2) Symbolical Isa. 51, 9. name of Egypt RA'IIAM (pity). A Judite, son of Shema I. Chr. 2. 44 RA'HEL. A form of Rachel 'jer. 31, 15. , RAIL. (1) To swoop down upon. (2) treat with contempt; to upbraid. (3) defame one's character or good name... To I. Sam.25,14. Mark 15,29. To II.Chr.32,17. Luke 15. 29, 1. Pet. 3, 9. RAIN. An occasional shower; a violent rain- Gen. 7, 12. storm. When used in a figurative sense it Ex. 9, 33. signifies whatever is refreshing, nourishing, Deut. 32, 2. delightful, and tending to make persons Ps. 68.9, Isa. '28, 2. Heb. usefu. in good works; such as ethical in- 5, 6; 55, 10. j6, 7. Jam. 5 Matt. 5.45; 7.25,27. Acts 14. 17; structions, outward blessings, and the word, ordinances, and influences of Jesus Christ and His Spirit RAIN'BOW (bow in the cloud). A token that the earth should no more be destroyed with water O. T. Ezek. 34, 26. Mic. 5, 7. Gen. 9, 8-16, Ezek. 1, 28. N. T. RAIS'ER OF TAX'ES. Collector of taxes or Dan. 11,20. a task master RAI'SIN. Dried grapes. RAK'KATH (shore). Walled city of Naph tali RAK'KOX (thinness). A place in Dan. RAM (high). (1) Son of Hezron, and father of Amminadab. (2) Son of Jerahmeel, a Judite. (3) A Buzite, ancestor of Elihu RAM, BAT'TER-ING. An engine of war used to batter down walls in ancient times RA'MAH or RA'MA (height). (1) A town of Benjamin near Gibeah and Geba. When Jerusalem was captured by Nebuchadnezzar the captives, among whom was Jeremiah, were guarded at Ramah. (2) Ramah of the South; also called "south Ramoth.". (3) A town of Asher. (4) A city of Naphtali. (5) Ramah, of Samuel, where the prophet lived and was buried. Probably the same as Ramathaim-Zophim, to which his father Elkanah belonged. (6) A town of Gilead; also called Ramath-mizpeh. (7) A place re- inhabited by the Benjamites after the Cap- tivity; it may be Ramah, No, 1, or No. 5.. RA'MATH-A'IM-ZO'PHIM (twin heights). See Ramath, No. o RA'MATH-LE'HI (lifting up of the jaw-bone). Name given to Lehi after Samson's adven- ture with the jaw-bone RA'MATH-MIZ'PEH (height of the watch tower). Boundary mark of Gad RA-ME'SES. Egyptian treasure city of Go- shen, built by the Israelites; also called Raamses. The name was borne by several Egyptian kings. See photographs, opp. pages 38, 48 and 563 RA-MI'AH (exalted by Jehovah), of Parosh , Descendant I.Sam.25.18. Josh. 19, 35. Josh. 19, 46. Ruth 4.19. I. Chr. 2. 9. 10, 25, 27. Job 32,2, Ezek. 4.2; 21, 22. Josh. 13, 26 18,25; 19,8! 29, 36. Judg. 4, 5; 19,13. I. Sam. 1, 1. 19; 2. 11; 7, 17; 8,4; 15, 34; 16,13; 23 1; 28, 3; 30, 27. I. K. 15, 17,21,22. II. K. 8, 29. Ezra 2, 26. Neh. 11, 33. Isa> 10, 29. Jer. 31, 15; 40,1. I. Sam. 1, 1, Judg. 15.17. Josh. 13, 26. Gen. 47. 11. Ex. 1. 11; 12, 37. Num. 33, 3.5. Ezra 10, 25. 17. 18. 11.6.; Rev. 4. 3 ; 10.1. Matt. 1, 3. RA'MOTH (heights). (1) A city of Gad; also Deut. 4. 43. called Ramoth-gilead. (2) A city of Simeon; also called "south Ramoth." (3) A Leviti- cal city of Issachar. (4) Descendant of Bani who divorced his foreign wife RA'MOTH-GIL'E-AD (heights of Gilead). A town in Gilead within the borders of Gad, which belonged to the Levites. It was one of the cities of refuge and one of the towns in which an intendant was stationed by Solomon. It was the last of their conquests which the Syrians held. Also called Ra- mah, Ramath-mizpeh, and Ramoth RAM'PART (short). a military trench. . Fortification protecting RAMS' HORNS. They were used as musical instruments by the early Hebrews RAMS' SKINS, RED. A part of the offering made by the Israelites to the Tabernacle. The product of the African Aoudad RANGE. (1) A cooking furnace of some kind. (2) Ranks of soldiers Josh. 20, 8 I. Sam. 30.27. [.Chr. 6,73 Ezra 10, 29. Deut. 4, 43. Josh. 13, 26; 21.38. I.K. 4,13; 22. 3, 4 6,12. U.K. 8 28; 9,14. I, Chr. 6, 80. II.Chr.18, 3; 22. 6. Lam. 2, 8. Nah. 3, 8. Josh. 6,4, 5. 6, 8, 13. Ex. 25, 5; 26, 14; 35, 7; 36, 19; 39, 34. Lev. 11, 35. U.K. 11,8. 98 INDEX. REC RAN'SOM (pardon). Price paid for the re- deeming of a captive, or for procuring a pardon for some notorious offender. Under the Levitical law an ottering of about twenty-five cents, called the ransom or atonement-money, was required of every Is- raelite over twenty years of age, at the time the census was taken. Christ gave Him- self as a ransom for all; therefore those redeemed by Christ from spiritual bondage are called "the ransomed of the Lord" RAPE. The law imposed a death penalty for this crime. Some instances of rape were as follows: Of the servant of a Le- vite, by Benjamites; of Tamar, by Ammou, which was avenged in the death of Ammon at the hand of Absalom, Tamar's brother... RA'PHA or RA'PHAH (he has healed). (1) The last of Benjamin's sons. (2) Son of Binea ; also called Rephaiah RA'PHU (healed). Father of Palti. RA'VEN. A black carnivorous bird; unclean according to the Levitical law. It was sent forth from the ark by Noah on the subsid- ing of the waters. Ravens fed the prophet Elijah by the brook Cherith RAVIN. (1) To prey with rapacity. (2) Prey; plunder RA'ZOR. The usage of shaving the head after completing a vow must have estab- lished the barber's trade quite early among the Hebrews. The word is used figuratively in Isaiah RE-A-I'AH (Jehovah has seen). (1) Son of Shobal. (2) Son of Micah. (3) Founder of a family of Nethinim, some of whose des- cendants returned from exile REAP. To cut down grain in harvest. The most ordinary method In the East was to pull up the grain by handfuls; but the Jews seem to have used sickles. It means figuratively to receive the fruit of works whether good or bad. Angels and ministers are called "reapers" REAR'WARD. A form of the word now written "rear-guard." Also rendered "rere- ward" RE'BA (a quarter). One of the five kings of Midian slain by the Israelites RE BEC'CA. Greek form of Rebekah RE-BEK'AH (enchaining). The daughter of Bethuel, sister of Laban, wife of Isaac, and mother of Jacob and Esau. She persuaded Jacob, her favorite, to obtain Isaac's bless- ing by practicing a deceit. She died be- fore Isaac and was buried in Abraham's tomb O.T. Ex.21,30: 30, 12. Job 33, 24; 36, 18. Ps. 49, 7, 8. Prov. 6, 35; 13, 8; 21, 18. Isa. 35. 10; 43, 3; 51. 10. Jer. 31, 11. Hos. 13, 14. Deut. 22, 25- 27. Judg.19 22,30; 20, 5 II.Sam.13,6- 29,32.33. Isa. 13, 16. Lam. 5, 11. I.Chr.8,2,43; 9,43. Num. 13,9. Gen. 8, 7. Lev. 11, IS. I. K. 17, 4, 6. Job 38, 41. Prov. 30, 17. Cant. 5, 11. Gen. 49, 27. Nah. 2, 12. Num. 6, 5. Judg. 13, 5. Ps. 52, 2. Isa. 7,20. Ezek. 5, 1. I.Chr. 4 2. Ezra 2, 47. Neh. 7, SO. Lev.19,9; 25, 5,11. Ruth 2, 9. Job 4, 8; 24,6. Prov. 22,8.EccI.ll, 4 Jer. 12,13. Hos. 8,7. I.Sam. 29,2 Isa. 52, 12; 58,8. Num. 31, 8. Josh. 13, 21 Gen. 22, 23; 24,15,51,59, 60,67; 25, 20, 28; 26, 7, 35; 27,42; 29, 12 35, 8; 49, 31 RE'CEIPT OF CUS'TOMS (place of taking taxes). Place where the tax-gatherer re- ceived taxes RE-CEIVER (to weigh). One who determin- ed the weight of gold and silver RE'CHAB (rider). (1) One of Ishbosheth's assassins. (2) The son of Hemath, the Ke nite, and father of Jehonadab, the founder of the Rechabites. (3) Father of Malchiah. RE'CHAB-TTES. Descendants of Jehonadab, the son of Rechab. They worshiped the true God; but were not included among the Israelites REC'ON-CILE, REC'ON-CIL'I-A-TION. To atone for; consecrate. (2) To make peace N. T. Matt. 20, 28. Mark 10. 45. I.Tim. 2, 6. INDEX. REG I»a. 33, 18. II.Sam,4, 5- 12. II. K. 10, 15. I.Chr. 2 SS. Neh. 3. 14. Jer. 35,6. I.Chr. 2. 55 Jer. 35, 2, 3 S, 6-11. Lev. 6, 30; 8 15; 16, 20, I Luke 12, 24. Matt. 13, 30, 39; 25. 26. John 4, 38. " Cor. 9, 11, II. Cor. 9, 6, Gal. 6, 7, 8. Rev. 14, 15. Rom. 9, 10. Rom. 9. 10. Matt. 9. 9. Mark 2, 14. Luke 5, 27. Matt. 5, 24. John 17, 22. between parties at variance; to secure fa- vor. God "reconciles the world to Him- self;" He devised the whole plan of our re- conciliation and peace with him; He sent His Son to satisfy for our offences; and justifies; sanctifies, and glorifies us, accord- ing to the riches of His grace. Christ "rec- onciles" us and "reconciles all things." The Gospel is the "word" or "ministry of rec- onciliation" RECORD. It means a witness or testimony; a memorial RE-CORD'ER. Title of a high officer in the court of the kings of Judah. He was not only the grand custodier of the public rec- ords; but kept the responsible registry of the current transactions of the government. RE-DEEM', RE-DEMP'TION (to sever). To obtain something by paying a price for it; to deliver from distress and bondage. In theology redemption denotes our recovery from sin and death by the obedience and sacrifice of Christ, who, on this account is called the Redeemer; the redeemed and the Church of God are said to be purchased by the blood of Christ. The moving cause of redemption is the love of God; the pro- curing cause, Jesus Christ. The ends of it are that the justice of God may be satisfied; and His people reconciled, adopt ed, sanctified, and brought to glory RE-DEEM'ER. One who frees by repaying. By the Mosaic law hereditary property that had been sold could be redeemed by the original owner or any descendants. In a similar sense the word is used in reference to God redeeming His people from bondage, sin, and the law; it also refers to Christ. . RED HEIF'ER. The ashes of a red heifer were used in purification RED SEA.. A long, narrow arm of the In- dian Ocean separating Asia from Africa. Its northern end is divided into two arms, the Gulf of Suez on the west and the Gulf of Akabah on the east. Between these lies the peninsula of Sinai. It was called by the Hebrews "the sea" and "the Egyptian sea." It is famous on account of its passage by the Israelites and the destruction of the pursuing Egyptians. The place at which the passage was made is not known; but it was somewhere on the Gulf of Suez which anciently extended about fifty miles further north REED. A plant of the grass family, having a long, slender stalk. From it were made musical instruments, paper, and pens. It was also used as a measuring-rod. The sacred writers often used the word to illus- trate weakness and fragility. As a measure- ing length it was about one hundred and twenty feet RE'FINE, RE-FIN'ER (to clarify). To free from impurities; as to refine gold or silver, or to separate the dregs from wine. Christ is figuratively called a "refiner." The "word of the Lord is refined," it is free from dross REF'UGE, CIT'IES OF. See City RE'GEM (stone-heap). Son of Jahdai... RE'GEM-ME'LECH (friend of the king). A captive sent as a messenger from Babylon to Jerusalem O.T. Sam. 29, 4. II.Chr.29,24. Ezek. 45, 15, 17,20. Dan. 9,24. Ezra 6, 2. Job 16, 19. II.Sam.8,16 20,24. U.K. 18,18. I.Chr 18,15. II- Chr. 34. 8. Isa. 36, 3. Gen. 48, 16. Ex. 6, 6; 8, 23; 15, 13. Lev. 25, 24, 51. Num. 3. 49.II.Sam. 7 23. Job 5, 25. Ps. 25, 22; 26, 11; 44, 26; 49, 8, 15; 69, 18;111.9;130, 7. 8.Jer. IS. 21; 32, 7. Hos. 13. 14. Mic. 4, 10. Job 19, 25. Ps. 19, 14; 78. 35. Prov, 23, 11. Isa. 41,14; 43, 14 44. 6. 24; 47 4; 49 ,26. Jer 50, 34. Num. 19. Ex. 10, 19; 13, 18; 14, 2, 9, 16, 21. 28; 15, 1, 4. 8. 10. 19. 22; 23 31. Num. 14 25; 21. 14. Deut. 1,40; 11, 4. Josh. 2. 10; 4, 23; 24,6,7. Neh. 9, 9. Ps. 106, 7, 9. 22: 136 13,15. Isa. 11, 15. Jer. 49, 21. I. K. 14, 15. II. K. 18, 21. Job 40. 21. Isa. 19. 6, 7; 35, 7; 36, 6; 42.3. Jer. 51, 32. Ezek. 29, 6; 42, 16; 45,1. I. Chr. 28,18 29.4. Isa, 25 6; 48. 10. Zech. 13, 9. Mai. 3, 2, 3. Num. 35. I. Chr. 2, 47 Zech. 7. 2. RE-GEN'ER-A'TION. The birth of a soul previously dead In sin into a new spiritual life through the workings of the Holy Spirit. The efficient cause of regeneration is the Divine Spirit; the instrumental cause of it, if it may be so called, Is the Word of God. The evidences of it are, conviction of N.T. Rom. 5,1, 10; 11,15. I.Cor. 7,U. Il.Cor. 5, 18, 19, 20, 21. Eph.2,15, 16, 17, 18. Col.1,20,21 22. Heb.2,17, Deut. 30, 6. Ps. 103, 3. Isa. 1,16. 17, 25; 4, 4; 35, 5,6; 42,16, Jer. 24, 7:31, 33, 34; 33. 6. John 1.19. Rom. 10. 2. Luke 1,68; 2 38; 21,28; 24 21. Rom. 3. 24; 8. 23. I. Cor. L 30. Gal. 1. 4; 3 13-4, 5. Eph. 1,7,14; 4. 30, Col. 1,14. 20, 21, 22. Tit 2,14. Heb. 9, 12, 15. I. Pet 1, 18. Rev. S 9; 14, 3, 4. Acts Heb. 7,36. 11; 29. Matt, 11, 7; 27.29,30,48 Mark 15,19, 36. Luke 7, 24. Rev. 11, 1; 21. IS. 16, Matt. 18, 3; 19, 28. Luke 1, 16, 17. John 1, 12, 13; 3, 3-8; 8, 12,32,36. Acts 2, 38. 1. 99 INDEX. REN O. T, N. T. INDEX.1 REU O. T, N.T. sin, holy sorrow, deep humility, knowledge, faith, repentance, love, and devotedness to God's glory REG'IS-TBR. A public record for marking genealogies and important events RB'HA-Bl'AH (whom Jehovah enlarges), son of Eliezer, and grandson of Moses. RE'HOB (width). (1) Levitical city of Asher on the northern boundary of Pales tine; also called Beth-rehob. (2) A town of Asher. (3) Another town of Asher allotted to the Levites; site unknown. (4) Father of Hadadezer. (5) A Levite who sealed the Covenant RE-HO-BO'AM (enlarger of the people). The son of Solomon who succeeded him as king of Israel; but from whom the ten tribes revolted under Jeroboam. After Re- hoboam had reigned seventeen years he died and was buried in the city of David; he was also called Roboam RE-HO'BOTH (broad land). (1) City built by Asshur. (2) Name of a well dug by Isaac. (3) "Rehoboth by the river;" the river is supposed to be the Euphrates RE-HO'BOTH-IR' (Rehoboth-city). ancient Assyria City of RE'HUM (compassionate). (1) A captive who returned to Jerusalem. (2) Persian officer who opposed the rebuilding of the Temple. (8) A Levite who repaired part of the wall. (4) Israelite who signed the Cove- nant. (5) A priest who returned from Cap- tivity RE'I (friendly). Israelite loyal to David at the time of the usurpation of Adonijah... REINS. It means the kidneys, or that part of the body which covers the kidneys. It refers to the Inward impulses, the reins at one time being considered as the seat of the affections and passions RE'KEM (variegation). (1) One of the five kings of Midian slain by the Israelites. (2) Town of Benjamin. (3) A son of Hebron and father of Shammai. (4) A descendant of Manasseh _ w RE'LIG-ION. The word has been defined as follows: "Religion consists in the resolu- tion of the will of God, and in a constant care to avoid whatever we are persuaded He would disapprove, to dispatch the work He has assigned us in life, and to promote His glory in the happiness of mankind." The word is sometimes used as synony- mous with sect; but in a practical sense, It is generally considered as (he same with godliness, or a life devoted to the worship and fear of God. Its foundation rests in belief in the existence of God REM'A-LI'AH (whom Jehovah hath adorned). Father of Pekah, the king of Israel. His name seems to have been a reproach to his descendants RE'METH (a high place). A town of Issa- char; also called Ramoth RE-MI S'SION. The act of forgiving or re- mitting; the foregoing of the punishment due to a crime; forgiveness, pardon REM'PHAN. An idol which Stephen asserts the Israelites worshiped in the wilderness. REND. (1) To tear asunder. (2) To re- Ex.39.23. proach. The "rending of garments" figura-,Lev.lO,6. 1. Ezek. 18, 31; 37. 1-14; 44. 7, 9. Zech. 12,10. Cor. 4, 15. Tit. 3, S. Jam. 1, 18. I, John 3,9. Ezra 2, 62. Neh. 7,5. I.Chr. 23,17; 24, 21; 26,25. Num. 13, 21 Josh. 19, 28 30; 21.31. II Sam. 8. 3, 12: 10,6.8. I. Chr. 6, 75. Neh. 10, 11. I. K. 11,43; 12.6, 17.21,2714,21 30; 15, 6. I. Chr. 3, 10. II. Chr. 11, 17, 21, 22; 13,7. Gen. 10, 11; 26, 22; 36, 37, I. Chr. 1, 48 Gen. 10, 11. Ezra 2, 2; 4, 8, 9. 17. 23. Neh. 3. 17; 7, 7; 10. 25; 12,3. I. K. 1, Job 16,13. Ps.7,9; 16,7; 73,21;. Prov. 23,16. Jer. 12,2. Lam. 3, 13. Num. 31,8. Josh.13,21; 18,27. I.Chr. 2.43,44; 7,16. Job29,12-16 35,10,11,12; 37,1-24. Ps. 8,1-9; 19,1-6. II.K.15,25- 37; 16,1. Isa. 7,4,5,9; 8,6. Josh. 19,21. I.Chr.6,73. Matt. 1, 7. Rev.2,23. Matt. 6,1-34; 7,1-29; 22, 36-37,38,40. Acts 17,23- 28; 26.5. Rom. 1,18- 20; 8,1-18; 10,1- 13; 12, 1-21. I. Cor.13,1-13. Gal.1,13,14; 5,22-25. I. Thes. 5,15- 23. II.Pet.1, 5-9.;Jude20, 21. Matt.26,28. Mark 1,4. Acts 10,43. Acts 7,43. Matt.7,6; 26, 65; 27,51. tively imports grief; the "rending of the heart," great sorrow for sin. As priests were not allowed to rend their garments, Caiaphas "rending his garments was a token that the priesthood was departing. . RE-PENT', RE-PENT'ANCE. In general, re pentance is sorrow for anything past. Theologically and ethically it signifies that, sorrow for sin which produces newness of life. The term most frequently used in the New Testament is the Greek word meaning "change of mind." There are various kinds of repentance: (1) A natural repent- ance, or what is merely the effect of nat- ural conscience. (2) A national repentance; such as the Jews in Babylon were called unto. (3) An external repentance, or out ward humiliation for sin, as in the case of Ahab. (4) A hypocritical repentance, as represented in Ephraim. (5) An evangeli- cal repentance which consists in conviction of sin; and sorrow, confession, hatred, and renunciation of it. God is said to repent; He cannot truly repent since He never does wrong; but He may change His conduct towards those who are unfaithful to Him RE'PHA-EL (whom God heals), the Temple in David's time. A porter of RETHAH (riches). Son of Beriah. REPH'A-I'AH (healed of Jehovah). (1) Des- cendant of David; same as Rhesa. (2) A Simeonite captain. (3) Son of Tola. (4) Son of BInea; also called Rapha. (5) Ruler of part of Jerusalem under Hezekiah... REPH'A-IM (strong). (1) A race of giants who in Abraham's time dwelt in the coun- try beyond the Jordan; incorrectly called Rephalras. (2) A valley beginning adjacent to the valley of Hinnom and stretching away southward on the right of the road to Bethlehem; also called "valley of the giants" REPH'I-DIM (rests or stays). Last station of the Israelites before they reached Si- nai; the place where Moses smote the rock. RE-PROACH'. (1) Scorn or derision. (2) Shame, infamy, disgrace. (3) Censures and reflections. (4) Injury either in word or deed. (5) The sins of men which cast dis- honor or reproach upon God. (6) Sterility or barrenness in women. (7) TJncircurn- cision REP'RO-BATE. Not approved; unfit; aban- doned. Among metallists it signifies what cannot abide the proper trial or test. Wicked men are figuratively compared to "reprobate silver;" they are "reprobate concerning faith" when they apostatize from Christ's doctrines RE'SEN (a halter). Ancient town of Assyria. RES-TI-TU'TION. For injury done inten- tionally or by accident restitution was strictly enjoined by the Mosaic law RES-TJR-REC'TION. A fundamental doc- trine of the Christian faith is the resurrec- tion of the dead, both of the just and the unjust. If there is no resurrection, there Is no hope beyond this life. The resurrec- tion of Christ, a fact most forcibly and clearly proved, was the crowning demon- stration of the truth and divinity of His mission and character RE'TJ (friend). Son of Peleg, in the ancestry of Abraham; also called Ragau. He lived 239 years K.11,11. II. Chr. 34.27. Isa.64,1. Hos. 13,8. Joel 2,13. Gen.6,6. Ex, 13.17; 32,12. 14. Num.23, 19. Deut. 32, 36. Judg.2, 18. I.Sam. 15,29,35. I. K.8,47. II. Chr.7,14. Job 42,6. Ps. 34,4,18; 90,13; 106,45 110,4; 135,14 Jer.4,28; 7,5 18,8.10; 26,3 Ezek.14,6; 24,14. Hos. 13,14; 14,1,2 Joel 2,14. Jonah 3,8,9 10; 4,2. I.Chr.26,7, I.Chr.7,25. I Chr.3.21; 4,42; 7,2; 8, 37; 9,43. Neh.3,9. Gen. 14,5; 15 20. Josh. IS, 8; 18,16. II. Sam.5,18,22; 23,13. I.Chr. 11,15; 14,9. Isa.17,5. Ex. 17, 1, 8; 19, 2. Num. 33, 14, 15. Gen. 30, 23. Josh. 5,9. Neh. 2, 17. Ps. 15, 3. Prov. 6, 33. Isa; 51,7. Jer. 23, 40. Jer. 6, 30. Mark 9. 26; 15,38. Luke 23,45. John 19,29. Matt.3.2,8, 11; 4.17; 9.13 Mark 1,4.15; 6,12. Luke 3, 3,8; 5,32; 13, 3; 15,7; 16,30 17,3,4- 24,47. Acts 2,38; 3, 19; 5,31; 8, 22; 11,18; 17. 30; 20,21; 26, 20. Rom. 2, 4; 11,29. II. Cor.7,8,9,10 II.Tim.2,25. Heb 6,1.6; 12 17. II.Pet.3. 9. Rev.2,5. 16,21.22; 3,3, 19; 9,20,21. Luke 3. 27 Gen. 10, 12. Ex. 22, 3, 5. 6, 12.Job20, 18. Job 14, 12, 13, 14, 15; 19, 25,26,27. Ps, 16, 9, 10; 17, IS; 49, 15. Isa. 26,19. Ezek. 37, 1- 14. Dan. 12, 2, 3, 13. Hos 13, 14. Gen. 11. 18, 19,20,21. I Chr. 1, 25. Luke 1, 25 6,22. II. Cor 11,21; 12, 10 I. Tim. 3, 7 , 10. Heb. 10, 33; 11,26 13.13. Rom. 1, 28. I. Cor. 9, 27 H.Cor. 13, 5 6. 7. II. Tim 3. 8. Tit. 1, 16. Acts 3, 21. Matt. 22, 23 28, 30, 31; 27 53. Luke 14 14; 20, 27. John 5, 29; 11, 24. 25. Acts 2, 31; 4.2; 17, 18 32. Rom. 1 4.I.Pet.3,21 Luke 3, 35. REU'BEN (behold a son). (1) The oldest son Gen. 29, 32; of Jacob and Leah. He was one of the 30, 14; 35, 22 twelve patriarchs who were the ancestors 23; 37, 22,29; of the Jewish nation. He seems to have|46. 8, 9; 48, been of an ardent, impetuous, unbalanced, 5. Num. 1, 5; Rev. 7. 5. I 100 INDEX. REZ but not an ungenerous nature. (2) The name is often applied to the tribe descend- ed from Reuben which is also called the Reubenites. The tribe occupied the fine pasture land east of the Jordan and the Dead Sea. It lay south of the territories of Gad and north of the river Arnon... REU'BEN-ITES. ben The descendants of Reu RE-U'EL (friend of God). (1) A descendant of Esau and Ishmael. (2) The father-in-law of Moses; also called Jethro and Raguel. (3) The father of Eliasaph; a Gadite chief; also called Deuel. (4) A Benjamite chief REU'MAH (raised high). Nahor Concubine of REV-E-LA'TION. The act of revealing, dis- closing, or making known that which is secret, private, or unknown; disclosure... REV-E-LA'TION, BOOK OF, or A-POC'A LYPSE. This is the only prophetic book in the New Testament and closes the Canon of the Scriptures. It was written "in the spirit on the Lord's day," by the Apostle John during his banishment to the island of Patmos, in the Aegean Sea, south- west of Ephesus. The book contains a series of prophetic visions of the struggles and final victory of the Church over all opposition from without and all difficulties within. It is full of mysteries which have called forth the greatest variety of expo- sitions. No book has been more misunder- stood and abused; none calls for greater modesty and reserve in its interpretation. The Revelation is a book of hope and com- fort to struggling Christians, and assures final victory and rest REV'EL-INGS. Luxurious feasting attended with wanton songs and behavior RE-VENGE' or VENGE'ANCE. The deliber- ate and malignant infliction of injury or hurt upon a person in retaliation for a wrong or injury done by him. While to check the crime of murder the Mosaic law permitted the family of the victim to re- venge his death on the slayer, the spirit of the law was opposed to revengeful feelings and actions. The teachings of the New Testament condemn the spirit of revenge. When revenge or vengeance is attributed to God, it included no passion, but merely a righteous disposition to punish evil doers, and the just punishment inflicted on them. REV'E-NUE (profit, income). Christ's "reve- nue" is the blessings he gives to men. The "revenue" of the wicked is trouble REV'ER-ENCE. The act of revering or re- garding with fear or awe mingled with re- spect and affection; respect; honor O. T. 2, 10, 16; 7, 30; 10, 18; 13, 4; 32, 33. Deut. 27, 13; 33, 6, Josh. 15, 6; 20, 8; 22,13 Judg. 5, 15. Ezek. 48.6. Num. 26, 7. Gen. 36, 4, 10, 13. 17. Ex. 2, 18; 3, l.Num,l,14 2,14. I.Chr 9,8. Gen. 22, 24. RE-VILE, RE-VIL'ING. (1) To make light of to jest at. (2) Vilification; our Lord was vilified by His enemies RE-WARD'. (1) Bribe given to a judge for his favor. (2) The fruit of men's labors. (3) What is gained by service: as the sub- sistence of ministers; what is gained by sinful works as the "wages of unrighteous- ness" RE'ZEPH (a pavement), the Assyrians A city subdued by RE-ZI'A (delight). Son of Ulla. Ex. 21, 13. Lev. 19, 17, 18. Num. 35, 19,21,24,25, 27. Deut. 32, 42. II. Sam. 14, 11. Ps. 58, 10; 79, 10; 149, 7. Prov. 24, 29. Isa. 34, 8; 35, 4; 47,3. Jer.15, 15; 20, 10. Lam. 3, 60. Ezek. 25, 12, 15. Mic. 5, IS. Nan. 1.2. Ezra 4. 13. Prov. 8, 19; 15, 6; 16, 8. Lev. 19, 30. Esth,3, 2. Ps. 89, 7. Ex. 22, 28. Isa. 51, 7. Zeph. 2, 8. Deut. 27, 25. Prov. 11, 18; 24, 20. Eccl. 9, 5. Isa. 3, 11; 5. 23. 45,13. II, K. 19, 12, Isa. 37, 12. I.Chr.7,39. N,T. INDEX. RIM Rom. 2, 5. I Cor. 14, 6. Gal. 1, 12. Gal. 5, 21. I Pet. 4, 3. Luke 9, 54, 55; 21, 22. Acts 28, 4. Rom. 3, 5; 12, 17, 19; 13 4. II. Cor. 7 11; 10, 6. I. Thess. 5, 15 II. Thess. 1 8. Heb. 10, 30.1. Pet. 3, 9. Jude 7. Matt, 21; 37 Eph. 5,33. Heb. 12, 9. Matt. 5. 11. Mark 15, 32, I. Cor. 4, 12, Matt. 5, 12. Luke 6, 35. I. Cor. 9, 17, 18; I. Tim. 5, 18. II. Pet. 2, 13, Rev.11,18. RE'ZIN (pleasure). (1) The last king of Damascene Syria, slain by Tiglath-pileser. (2) Head of a family of Nethinim which returned from captivity O.T. II. K, 15, 37; 16,5-10. Ezra 2, 48. Neh " 50, RE'ZON (prince), king of Zobah. . An officer of Hadadezer, RHE'GI-TJM (breach). Seaport at the south- western extremity of Italy RHE'SA. Son of Zorobabel in the geneal- ogy of Christ; probably the same as Reph- aiah RHO'DA (rose-bush). Maid in the house of Mary the mother of John RIIOD'DA. See photographs, opp. pages 42 and 398 RHODES (rose). An island in the Mediter- ranean near the coast of Asia Minor. Its capital, Rhodes, is noted for the brazen statue of Apollo, called Colossus, and a temple of Apollo built by Herod the Great RIB. The part taken from Adam to form Eve I. K.11,23, 24. I. Chr.3,19- 2L Rl'BAI (whom Jehovah defends), mite; father of Ittai A Benja- RIB'LAH (fertility). A city in the north- Num.34,11. eastern part of Canaan. King Jehoahaz 1I.K.23,33; Gen. 2.21,22 II.Sam.23.29 I.Chr.11,31. was overthrown there by Pharaoh-nechoh; and it was the headquarters of Nebuchad- nezzar in the seige of Jerusalem RICH. (1) One who has great incomes, or plenty of worldly good things. (2) One who abounds in spiritual good things, being furnished with the graces of God's Spirit. The "riches of God" are His wisdom, pow- er, mercy, grace, and glory; Christ "riches" are His unnumbered multitude of spiritual and eternal blessings. The fall or diminishing of the Jews was the "riches of the Gentiles." The word "riches" is not plural, but singular RID'DLE. Something intricate and eompli cated; a hidden saying. Also rendered "dark sentence," "hard question," "dark saying," etc. The solving of a riddle often requires the exercise of very great ingenu ity, and the pastime found great favor among the people of the East RID'ER. By the Egyptians, Babylonians, and early Greeks, war chariots were used instead of cavalry; the drivers of these chariot horses were called "riders" RIGHT'EOUS-NESS (justice, holiness). As an attribute of God, the word denotes holi- ness, justice, and righteousness. Applied to man, righteousness denotes the posses sion of those Christian virtues, faith, hope, and charity, and a conformity of life with the Divine law RIM'MON (pomegranate). (1) Station of the Israelites after leaving Sinai. (2) City of Simeon in the south of Palestine, also called Remmon and En-rimmon. (3) A rock in Benjamin. (4) A Benjamite; the father of Rechab and Baauah. (5) A Syrian idol. (6) City of Zebulun; Methoar in the A. V. is improperly regarded as part of the name; whereas it describes the bound- ary as "stretching" to Neah RIM'MON-METH'O-AR (Rimmon the exten- sive). Landmark on the eastern boundary of Zebulun RIM'MON-PA'REZ (pomegranate of the cleft). Encampment of the Israelites in the wilderness 25,6,20,21. Jer.39 5,6; 52,9,29. Gen.l3,2;31, 16; 36,7. Josh.22.8. I. Sam. 2,7; 17 25. 1. K. 3,11: 10,23. I.Chr; 29,12. Ps.37, 16. Prov.22, 16.Eccl.5,12 Isa.8,4. Ezek. 26,12. Num.12,8. Judg.14.12- 19. Ps.49,4; 78,2. Prov. 1,6. Ezek.17, 2. Dan.8,23. Ex. 15,1. Job 39,18. Jer. 51,21. Zech, 12.4. Gen.15,6. Lev.19,15. I.Sam. 26,23. Ps.50,6; 143, 11. Isa.5,16, Jer.4.2. N. T. Acts 28, 13. Luke 3, 27. Acts 12, 13. Acts 21. 1. Num.33,19. Josh.15,32; 19,7,13. Judg. 20,45, 47; 21,13. II.Sam.4,2, 5,9. II.K.S. 18. I.Chr.6, 77. Neh.ll, 29. Zech. 14, 1 10. Josh.19,13. Matt.13,22. Mark 10,23. Rom.2,4; 9. 23; 11,12,33. I.Cor.4,8. Eph.1,7,18; 2,7; 3,8. Col 1,27. I.Tim. 6,9,17,18. Jam.2,5. Rev.18,17. I.Cor.13,12. Acts 10,35. Rom.1,17. 1 1. Cor 5,21; 6,7.IJohn 2,29. 1.Pet.2, 24;3,14.Rev, 19,11.. Num.33.19. 101 /03 INDEX. ROD RING. The wearing of rings was a very ancient custom. They were used in hang- ing curtains, as ornaments for the hands, fingers, ears, nose, and ankles, and as seals. They were tokens of authority, the giving of a ring being the sign of imparting au- thority RING'LEAD'ER. Term applied to Paul. RING' STREAKED (striped). Name given to the parti-colored rams of Jacob's flock.. RIN'NAH (shout). Son of Shimon RI'PHATH (spoken). A northern people de- scended from Gomer rTs'SAH (a ruin). Stopping place of the Hebrews in the wilderness RITH'MAH (place of the broom). Seven- teenth station of the Hebrews in the wild- erness RIVER. A great stream of fresh water flowing in a channel from a source or spring into a larger body of water. It is figuratively used to denote great plenty of anything. God, Christ, the Gospel, the Holy Ghost, and the joys of the heavenly state, are likened to a river RIZ'PAH (a coal). One of King Saul's con- cubines ROAD (to spread out). (1) A raid. (2) A highway for travel, rendered, in the Bible, "path" or "highway." In the East wher- ever a band of men and animals had pass- ed they would form a track which subse- quent caravans or individuals would natu- rally follow. And thus at a very early period there were marked out on the globe, lines of inter-communication, running from land to land, and in some sort binding dis- tant nations together. The purposes of war seem to have furnished the first in- ducement to the formation of artificial roads. To the Romans, chiefly, was Pales- tine indebted for such roads. There seem, however, to have been roads of some sort in Palestine at an earlier period. See pho tographs, opp. pages 233 and 709 ROB, ROB'BER, ROB'BER-Y. Among the wandering tribes of the East, from the earliest times until even now, robbery has been their chief pursuit. Job suffered from the raids of the Sabeans and Chaldean , and there are allusions in the New Testa- ment showing that life and property were alike insecure in Palestine ROCK. It is used figuratively to designate our Lord, who is the rock of our strength; but literally it means a mass of stony matter, so compressed as to be compact, solid, firm. A number of rocks are men- tioned in the Scriptures and have great historic importance. The rock where Abra ham was about to sacrifice Isaac: the rock in the desert of Zin which Moses smote "and the water came out abundantly;" the rock Etam where Samson stayed for a while; the rock Rimmon to which the Ben jamites fled; and the rock where Judas be- trayed Christ. Sepulchers were sometimes hewn from the rock, and in such a one our Saviour was laid. See photographs, opp pages 16 and 802 O. T. Gen.41.42. Ex.25,12; 26, 29; 27 4. Num.31.50. Esth.3,10,12; 8,2. lsa.3,21. Gen.30,35; 31,8,10,12. I.Chr.4,20. Gen.10.3. 1. Chr. 1,6. Num.33.21, 22. Num.33,18. 19. Ex.2 .5. II. Sam.17,13. Job 29,6. Ps.36.8; 46, 4; 65,9. Isa. 32,2; 33,21. Ezek. 47,5. II.Sam.3,7; 21,8,10. Lev. 26, r 22, Num. 20, 1. 19; 21,22; 22, 24. Deut. 2, 27. Judg. 5, ' 20,31,32, 45. I. Sam. 6, 12 ; 27, 10. 11. Sam. 20, 12. U.K. 18 17. Job. 30 13. Prov. 16 17. Isa. 7, 3; 11,16; 19,23; 33,8; 35,8; 36, " 40, 3; 49, 11; 62, 10. Jer. 31, 12. Amos 5, 16. Lev. 19, 13. Job 5, 5; 12, 6. Ps.119,61, Prov. 22, 22. Isa. 42. 24. Jer. 7, 11. Ezek. 18, 10. Nah. 3, 1. Mai. 3, 8. Ex. 17, 6. Num. 20,8, 11. Deut. 8 15; 32, 4, 15 Judsr. 6, 20, 21,26; 7,25 13,19; 15,8 20,45. I.Sam 2,2; 13,6; 14 23, 25; 24 _.II.Sam.21 10; 22,2.3,32 47; 23, 3. 1. K. 19, 11. [.Chr. 11, 15 Neh. 9, 15. Job 28, 10. Ps. 31.2, 3; 61, 2. ROD. In the sense of a branch or shoot of a tree this word is applied figuratively to Christ, and to the tribes of Israel as springing from one root. The word is also used in the sense of a staff; as a symbol of power and authority; and some times, in Scripture, it expresses a sceptre, sometimes an instrument of punishment. "Passing under the rod" refers to the cus torn of having sheep pass under a rod dipped in red ochre with which every N. T. Luke 15,22. Jam. 2. 2. Acts 24,5. John 7. .38. Rev.8.10;16 4; 22,1. Matt. 13, 4; 20, 30; 22, 9. Mark 4,4,15; 10,46. Luke 8,5,12 ;14 ,23 17,11; 18, 35. John 4, 4. John 10, 1,8; 18,40. Acts 19. 37. II. Cor. 11, 8. Phil. 2, 6. Matt. 7, 24, 25; 16, 18; 27, 51. 60. Mark 15, 46 Luke 6, 48; 8, 6, 13. Acts 27, 29. Rom. 9, 33. I. Cor. 10, 4, I. Pet. 2, 8. Rev. 6,15,16 Gen. 30, 37, 41. Ex. 4, 4, 17, 20; 7, 9, 12,20. Lev. 27, 32. Num. 17,2,6,8; 20, 11. I.Sam. 14, 27. Job 21,9. Ps.23, 4; 74, 2; 125, 3. Prov. 29, I. Cor. 4. 21 H.Cor.11,25 Heb. 9, 4. Rev.2,27; 11 1; 12, 5; 19, 15. INDEX. RUD tenth sheep was touched, and thus became holy unto the Lord ROE, ROE'BTJCK. An animal clean by the Mosaic law and highly prized as food. It is noted for its graceful form and fleet ness, and is without doubt the gazelle. .... RO-GE'LIM (fuller's place). Barzillai in Gilead The home of ROH'GAH (outcry). Son of Shamer... ROLL (a book; a tablet). Books in ancient times were in the form of rolls, twelve or fourteen inches wide, and were fastened at each end to sticks. They were rolled together until they met midway. Some- times the leaves were connected in the form of modern books and opened in the same way ROL'LER. A bandage RO-MAM'TLE'ZER (I have exalted help). Head of a division of Temple singers. . . RO'MAN. A citizen of Rome RO'MANS, E-PIS'TLE TO THE. It was written by Paul from Corinth shortly be- fore he left that city for Jerusalem. This Epistle is the most elaborate, and the most systematic exposition, in the New Testa- ment, of the great central truth of Chris tianity, that the gospel is a power of sal vation to all, on the sole condition of faith in Christ O. T. 15. Isa. 11,1, Jer. 10, 16. Ezek. 20, 37. Deut. 12. 15. 1 1. Sam. 2,18. I. Chr. 12, 8. Prov. S, 19. Cant. 2, 9. II. Sam. 17, 27; 19, 31. I.Chr. 7,34, Ezra 6, 2. Isa. 8,1. Jer. 36,2,6,23,28, 29. Ezek.2.9; 3. 1, 2, 3. Zech. 5, 1, 2 Ezek. 30. 21 I. Chr. 25, 4,31. N. T. ROME. At the time of Christ, Rome was, from her size, splendor, wealth, and power, and from her position as the capital of the Roman Empire, the heart of the civilized world. From Rome radiated the influences that controlled that mighty empire, which then stretched from the Atlantic on the the west to the Euphrates on the east, and from the Rhine, the Danube, and the Black Sea, on the north, to the African desert and the Nile Cataract on the south. Hence, the city offered the most favorable con- dition for spreading the Christian religion; and so it happened that though Christianity was born at Jerusalem and grew up in the Greek language, it was Rome that gave it to the world. Rome is situated in Italy on the river Tiber about fifteen miles from its entrance into the Mediterranean Sea. See photographs, opp. pages 647, 758 and 815 Acts 22, 25. Acts 2, 10; 18, 2; 19, 21: 23, 11; 28, 16 Rom. 1,7,15 II. Tim. 1,17 ROOT. That from which anything proceeds. Money is called the "root of all evil; a wicked person or a vile error is a "root of bitterness;" Christ is called the "root of Jesse," or "the root of David," as he is the author of their being and establishes the glory of their family. There are many other figurative meanings Deut. 29, 18. II. K. 19. 30. Job. 5. 3; 14, Prov. 12, 3, 12. Isa. 5, 24; 11, 10; 27, 6; 53,2. Mai. 1. ROPE (twined). The putting of ropes on the head or neck was significant of distress and, also, of surrender. Figuratively em- ployed by Isaiah in a woe against the im- pious ROSE. Probably the narcissus, which grows in the plain of Sharon RU'BY (sparkling). A precious stone of a rose-red color, and next to the diamond in hardness, beauty, and value RUD'DER. Oar used for steering a vessel.. RUDE. Illiterate; unlearned. Judg. 16, 11, 12. II. Sam. 17,13. I.K. 20. 31, 32. Cant. 2, 1. Isa. 35, 1. Job 28, 18. Prov. 3, 15. Lam. 4, 7. Matt. 3.10; 13. 6. Mark 11, 20; 17, 6 Rom. 11, 16 17, 18. I. Tim. 6. 10. Heb. 12. 15. Jude 12, Rev. 5. 5; 22, 16. Acts 27, 40. II.Cor.11,6. 102 INDEX. SAB O. T. RUE. The Pharisees tithed rue, a well- known herb, and left more important things undone RU'FUS (red). A disciple at Rome; probably the same as Rufus, son of Simon the Cy- renian RU'HA-MAH (finding mercy), title of Israel Symbolical RUL'ER. One who rules or governs; one who assists in carrying on a government. An honor often bestowed by kings upon their subjects. Daniel was made ruler over the whole province of Babylon by Bel- shazzar for interpreting a dream; and, again, made third ruler of the kingdom after interpreting the writing upon the wall at the time of Belshazzar's great feast RU'MAH (high). Native place of Pedaiah... RUMP. The rump or tail of rams, offered in sacrifice, was burnt on the altar be- cause it consisted chiefly of fat RUTH (a female friend). A Moabitess, and one of the daughters-in-law of Naomi who accompanied her on her return to Bethle- hem. She became the wife of Boaz; and was an ancestress of Jesus Hos. 2, 1. Gen. 41. 43; 43, 16. Ex. 22, 28. Lev. 4, 22. I.Sam. 25,30. I. K. 1, 35. I. Chr. 9, 11. Isa. 3, 6. Dan. 2,10, 38; 5. 7, 16, 29. II. K. 23, 36. Ex 29,22. Lev. 3, 9; 7 3; 8, 25; 9, 19. Ruth 1. 4, 14, 16, 22 ; 2 2. 8, 21, 22; 3. 9; 4, 5. 10, 13-22. RUTH, THE BOOK OF. This book is named from Ruth the Moabitess, the chief person mentioned in it, and is a simple but charming narrative of domestic life, with its virtues and happiness. The author of the book is unknown s SA-BACH'THA-NI (thou hast left me). Part of the exclamation of Christ on the cross. . SAB'A-OTH. The word means "hosts," and is applied to God as the Ruler over all SAB'BATH. It was Instituted by God in Paradise for the benefit of man, as a weekly day of rest for the body and worship for the spirit. The Jewish Sabbath was placed at the end of the week in commemoration of the Creation. The word means "rest," but the fourth commandment gives that rest a definite religious character, and subse- quent legislation made the Jewish Sabbath a day of religious rites and practices. The Christian Sabbath takes the place of the Jewish, with the difference that it is placed at the beginning of the week, in commemo- ration of the resurrection of Christ. It is therefore called "the Lord's day." The word "Sunday" means "the day of the sun," and is of heathen origin; but is now used to denote the Christian Sabbath .... SAB'BATH DAY'S JOUR'NEY. The distance, nearly a mile, which the Jews were allowed to walk on Sunday SAB'BATH, MOR'ROW AFTER THE. The Sabbath mentioned is not the weekly Sab- bath, but the day of rest, the fifth day of the holy convocation of the Passover SAB'BATH, SECOND AFTER THE FIRST. The second Sabbath after the beginning of the Paschal week SAB-BAT'IC YEAR. See Jubilee Ex, 16, 23, 25,29; 20.10; 31, 13. 14. Lev. 16, 31; 23, 11. Num. 28, 10. II. K. 4, 23; 11, 5, 7; 16, 18. I. Chr. 9, 32. II. Chr. 36, 21. Neh.9, 14; 10,31; 13. 15.16,18.19 21. Isa. 1,13; 56, 2.4; 58, 13; 66, 23. Lam. 1, 7; 2 6. Ezek. 20, 12. 13; 46. 1. Hos. 2, 11. Amos 8, 5. Lev. 23. 11.15,16. Lev. 25,4. N. T. Luke 11, 42. Mark 15.21. Rom. 16, 13, INDEX. SAC Matt. 9, 18; 24, 45, 47; 25, 21. Mark 5, 22,35. Luke 13, 14. John 2, 9; 3, 1. Acts 7, 27, 35; 18, 17; 23, 5.Eph.6, 12. Matt. 1, 5. Matt. 27, 46 Mark 15. 34, Rom. 9, 27. Jam.5,4. Matt. 28,1. Mark 2, 27. Luke 6, 1, 5; 13, 10, 15; 23, 54. John 5, 18. Acts 13, 42; 16,13; 18, 4. Heb. 4,9. Acts 1, 12, Luke 6, 1. SA-BE'ANS. (1) A tribe descended from Seba, the son of Cush. (2) A tribe descended from Sheba, sou of Joktan SAB'TE-CHA or SAB'TE-CHAH. of Cush , Fifth son SA'CAR (hire). Father of Ahiam; also called Sharar. (2) The fourth son of Obed-edom. . SACK'BUT. A four stringed triangular in strument like a harp or lyre SACK'CLOTH. A coarse black cloth, com- monly made of hair, and used for mourning garments. It was worn instead of the ordi- nary raiment, or bound upon the loins, or spread under the mourner on the ground. Such garments were also worn by prophets and ascetics generally O. T. Isa. 45, 14. Ezek. 23. 42 Joel 3, 8. Gen. 10, 7. I. Chr. 1, 9. II, Sam. 23, 33.I.Chr.ll 35; 26, 4. Dan. 3, 5, 7 10,15. Gen. 37, 34. II.Sam.3,31 2i, io. i. k; 20, 31; 21, 27. II. K. 19, 1 I. Chr. 21,16. Esth. 4, 1. Jonah 3, 5, SAC'RA-MENT. The word was adopted by the writers of the Latin church to denote those ordinances of religion by which Chris- tians came under an obligation of obedience to God, and which obligation, they sup- posed, was equally sacred with that of an oath. The Protestant church admits of but two — baptism, and the Lord's Supper. The Roman Catholic church adds to this number confirmation, penance, extreme unction, or- dination, and marriage SA'CRED EOOKS. The collection of books which makes up the Holy Bible are all sup- posed to have been Divinely inspired. The Apocrypha was a term applied to certain books claiming a sacred character and re- ceived by some Christians as an authentic part of the Holy Scripture, but rejected by others. Fourteen of such writings or books formed part of the Septuagint: but not of the Hebrew canon recognized by the Jews of Palestine. The Council of Trent included all but three of these in the canon of in- spired books having equal authority. The following are the principal Apocryphal (or spurious) books of the Old Testament which have descended to our times: (1) I. Esdras. (2) II. Esdras. (3) ToDit. (4) Ju- dith. (5) The rest of the chapters of the Book of Esther (i. e., 10, 4; 16, 24). (6) The Wisdom of Solomon. (7) The Wisdom of Jesus the son of Sirach, or Ecclesiasticus. (8) Baruch (ch. 6 — The EDistle of Jeremy). (9) The Song of the Three Holy Children (I. e., The Prayer of Azarias and the Song of the Three). (10) The History of Susan- nah. (11) The History of the Destruction of Bel and the Dragon. (9, 10 and 11 are the additions to the Book of Daniel). (12) The Prayer of Manasses. (13) I. Maccabees. (14) II. Maccabees. The Apocryphal books of the New Testament are not destitute of interest. Although the spurious Acts ex- tant have no longer any defenders of their genuineness, they are not without value to the Biblical student, and have been success- fully applied to illustrate the style and language of the genuine books, to which they bear a close analogy. The Apocrypha is now commonly omitted from the King James's Bible N. T. SAC'RI-FICE. Among all nations of the world, and from the earliest times, it has been the custom of the people to endeavor to appease by sacrifices, the anger of the object they worship. This natural inclina- tion of mankind was gratified and properly directed by the Mosaic law. The offering of human life came in process of time to be practiced in most countries of the world; but the Hebrew religion was free from this contamination. The case of Isaac and that of Jephthah cannot impair the general truth that the offering of human beings is neither enjoined, allowed, nor practiced, in Biblical records. See Offerings SAC'RI-LEGE. The crime of violating or profaning sacred things Gen. 31, 54. Ex. 5, 17; 12, 27; 23, 18; 34, 15. Lev. 18, 21. Deut. 12, 31. 1. K. 12, 27. II. K. 5, 17; 10, 19; 17, 36. Il.Chr. 7, 5. Neh. 12. 43. Ps. 106, 28; 116,17; 118,27; 141, 2. Prov. 15, 8. Isa. 1, 11. Hos. 3, 4. Jonah 1, 16. Zeph. 1, 7. Mai. 1, 8,. Rev. 6, 12; 11,3. Mark 9. 49; 12,33. Luke 2,24;13,1. Acts 7, 41, 42; 14, 13. Rom. 12, 1. I. Cor. 8. 4. 10, 18. Eph. 5,2. Phil. 2, 17; 4, 18. Heb. S. 1; 7, 27; 8, 3; 9, 26; 10, 1, 3, 6,11,12,26; II, 4; 13,15. 16. 1.Pet.2,5. Rom. 2, 22. 103 /o- INDEX. SAL SAD'DU-CEES. A small, wealthy, influential Jewish sect in the time of our Lord. In doctrine they were opposed to the Phari- sees. They were determined adversaries of our Lord; denied the divinity of the oral law, and did not believe in the resurrection nor in angels or spirits. Annas and Caiaphas were Sadducees SA'DOC. An ancestor of Joseph SAF'FRON. A plant abounding in Palestine, and valuable as a perfume SAINT. One set apart or separated for the service of God. Paul uses the word as ap- plying to all Christians. The special appli- cation of the word to apostles, evangelists, and prominent Christians dates from the fourth century. The holy angels were also called saints SA'LAH (javelin). Son of Arphaxad and an ancestor of Joseph; also called Sala and Shelah Cant. 4, 14. Deut. 33, 2. s. 16, 3; 30, 4; 31,23; 34, 9; 37, 28; 50, 5; 52, 9; 79, 2; 106.16. Dan. 8, 13. Gen. 10,24; 11,13. I.Chr, 1, 18, 24. SAL'A-MIS (perhaps, salt). City of Cyprus. SA-LA'THl-EL. See Shealtiel SAL'CAH (wandering). City of Og in Bashan, beyond the Jordan, towards the northern extremity of Manasseh; also called Salchah. SA'LEM (peace). The original name of Jeru salem; used poetically in later times SAL'LAI (exaltation). (1) A Benjamite chief. (2) Priest who returned from exile; also called Sallu SAL'LU (weighed). (1) A Benjamite, son of Meshullam, who dwelt in Jerusalem after the Captivity. (2) See Sallai, No. 2 SAL'MA (clothing). (1) An ancestor of Christ and David; also called Salmon. (2) Second son of Caleb SALTHON (clothing). (1) Father of Boaz; also called Salma. (2) Place which was the scene of a battle during the conquest of Canaan; probably the same as Mount Zal mon , SAL'MO'NE. Promontory at the east end of the island of Crete SA-LCME (peaceful). (1) The daughter of Herodias who by her dancing influenced Herod to procure the decapitation of John the Baptist. (2) Ttie wife of Zebedee, and the mother of James and John; she was present at the Crucifixion O. T. N. T. Matt. 3,7; 16, 1, 6, 11. 12; 22, 23, 34. Mark 12, 18. Luke 20, 27. Acts 4, 1; 5, 17; 23, 6, 7. 8. Matt, 1. 14. Matt. 27, 52 Acts 9, 13, 32, 41; 26, 10, Rom. 1,7. II, Cor. 1, 1; 13, 13. Eph. 1, 1; 3,18. Luke 3, 35. Acts 13, S. Matt. 1, 12. INDEX. SAM Deut. 3, 10. Josh. 12, 5; 13,11. I.Chr 5,11. Gen. 14, 18, Ps. 76, 2. Neh. 11, : 12, 7, 20. I Chr.9, 7. Neh. 11, 7; 12,7. Ruth 4, 21. I. Chr. 2, 11 51.54. Judg. 9, 48. Ruth 4, 20, 21. I. Chr. 2 11. Ps. 68,14 SALT. It was not only important to the Jews as a seasoning and a preservative, but from its use in the sacrifices that were of- fered to God. New-born children were rubbed with salt. It became the emblem of fidelity and friendship; the Arabs to this day regard as their friend whoever has eaten salt with them. Salt used too abund- antly is destructive to vegetation; so it Is also a symbol of barreness and sterility . . SALT, CIT'Y OF. One of the six cities of Judah in the wilderness SALT, COV'E-NANT OF. A very binding covenant, in which those entering into it partook of salt SALT SEA. See Sea 4a Gen. 19, 26. Lev. 2, 13. Deut, 29, 23 Judg. 9. 45. U.K. 2,20,21 Ezra 6, 9; 7 22. Job 6. 6 Ezek. 16, 14 43,24; 47, 11 Zeph. 2, 9. Jos. 15, 62. Lev. 2, 13. Num. 18, 19, H.Chr.13,5, Gen. 14, 3' Heb. 7,1,2. Matt. 1, 4, 5, Luke 3, 32. Acts 27, 7. Matt.14. 6-8, 11; 27, 56. Mark 6. 22- 25.28; 15, 40; 16,1. SALT, VAL'LEY OF. Valley at the south end of the Dead Sea where David's army slew 18,000 men of Edom. Amaziah also slew a large number of Edomites here .... SA'LU (weighed). Father of Zimri SA-LUTE'. Salutations among the Jews and people of the East were usually attended with much ceremony. They addressed one another with an exclamation, as "The Lord be with you," or "Peace be with you." There was also repeated bowing, kissing of the beard, etc O. T. IlSam. 8, 13. II. K. 14, 7. I.Chr. 18,12, II.Chr.25,11, Num. 25. 14, Judg. 18, 15, I.Sam. 10, 4; 13,10; 17,22; 25,14; 30, 21. 1 1. Sam. 8,10. SAL-VA'TION. A deliverance from temporal dangers and enemies. In its ordinary use, in the New Testament especially, the word is used to denote the deliverance from sin and death through faith in Christ. God, Christ, and the Gospel are called "salva- tion." SA-MA'RI-A. In the Old Testament the king- dom of Samaria and the kingdom of Israel were essentially the same. In the time of our Lord, Samaria was the name of the middle province of Palestine, situated be- tween Galilee and Judea; and at that time the hatred between the Jews and Samari tans was so bitter that the Galileans when going up to Jerusalem avoided passing through Samaria. The city of Samaria, built by Omri, king of Israel, on a mountain or hill of the same name, was the metropolis of the kingdom of Israel, or of the ten tribes. It was the seat of idolatry and was often denounced by the prophets. Even during the Captivity it did not cease to be a place of importance. It was completely destroyed by the Jews under John Hyrcan- us; but was rebuilt by Herod the Great. See photographs, opp. pages 276 and 293... SA-MAR'I-TANS. Inhabitants of Samaria. In the New Testament the name was given to the people whom the Assyrian king placed in the cities of Israel when he car ried away the ten tribes captive SAM'GAR-NE'BO (sword of Nebo). of Babylon A prince SAM'LAH (garment). One of the ancient kings of Edom; he was the successor of Hadad (Hadar) SA'MOS (distinguished). An island In the Aegean Sea near the coast of Lydia SAM'O-THRA'CIA (Samos of Thrace). Island in the northeast part of the Aegean Sea SAM'SON (sun-like). The son of Manoah; an Israelite of the tribe of Dan. He was for twenty years one of the judges of Israel; had wonderful strength; and partially de- livered his people from the power of the Philistines; but was finally captured by them, and killed himself and a large num- ber of his enemies by pulling down upon them the building in which they were as- sembled. He Is mentioned among the he- roes of the faithful SAM'U-EL (heard of God). A noted prophet, one of the noblest men of the Old Testa- ment times, and the last of the judges among the Hebrews. He was the son of Elkanah and Hannah, and resided at Ra man; but made each year a circuit through the country, administering justice among the people, until he became very old. His sons having proved unworthy to succeed him, he, under Divine direction, anointed Saul king; and when Saul proved unworthy on account of disobedience, Samuel anointed David king; shortly afterward he died .. SAM'U-EL, BOOKS OF. The two books of Samuel were anciently reckoned as but one Matt. 5, 47; 10,12. Mart 12,38; 15,18 Luke 10, 4. Acts 25,13. Rom. 16, 5. I. Cor.16, 19 Ex. 14, 13. Deut. 32. 15. I.Sam. 11,13; 14,45. II. Chr. 6, 41. Ps.3,8; 27, 1 68.20; 119, 155. Isa.49,6 I.K. 13, 32; 16,24, 28, 29; 18,2; 20,1,10. 17 34; 21, 18 22, 10, 38. II. K.3, 1;6, 20 25; 7. 1; 10, 17; !17, 6; 18,34; 21, 13; 23,18. II. Chr.22.9; 25 13. Ezra 4 10 Isa.7.9; 8. 4; 9,9; 16, 9, 11. Jer. 23, 13; 41, 5. Ezek. 16. 46. 51; 23,4. Hos. 7. 1; 8, 5, 6; 10, 5,7; 13,16. Amos 3,9,12, Obad. 19. U.K. 17, 29. Jer. 39, 3. Gen. 36, 36, 37. I. Chr. 1 47, 48. Luke 1, 69; 19, 9. John 22. Acts 28 28. Rom 1.16. Eph. 1 13; 6,17. Phil. 1, 28. Tit. 2, 11. Luke 17. 11 John 4, 4, 9 Acts 1,8; 8,1 5, 14; 9, 31 Judg. 13, 24; 14,1. 5, 7, 10, 12, 15,16,'20; 15,1,3,4, 6, 7, 10,11, 12, 16; 16,1,2,3.6,7 9. 10, 12, 13 14,20, 23. 25 26,27, 28, 29 30,31. I.Sam. 1,20; 2.18; 3.4, 15 4.1; 7,6,9,13 8.6,19,21; 9. 15. 24; 10, 1 14; 11, 7; 12 18; 13.8; IS, 11,27, 35; 16 10.13; 19. 18 I.Chr.6,28. II.Chr.35,18 Ps. 99, 6. Jer. 15, 1. N. T. Matt. 10, 5. Luke 9, 52; 10,33; 17. 16 John 4, 9. 39; 8, 48. Acts 20, 15. Acts 16, 11. Heb. 11, 32, Acts 3, 24; 13,20. Heb 11, 32. 104 INDEX. SAR O. T. N. T. INDEX. SCH among the Jews. They consist of three in- terlaced biographies — those of Samuel, Saul and, David. As to the authorship, ancient opinion is in favor of the usual theory that the first twenty-four chapters were written by Samuel, and the rest by Nathan and Gad SAN-BAL'LAT (a hero?). A native of Horo- naim, beyond the Jordan, probably also a Moabite chief, who attempted to deter the rebuilding of Jerusalem SANC'TI-FY. To prepare or set apart a per- son or a thing to a holy use. When applied to men, sanctification denotes the effect of God's spirit upon the soul, which is mani- fested in the exercise of faith, love, and hu- mility, toward God and man SANC'TU-A-RY. A holy or sanctified place. The name given to the Temple or Taber- nacle, to the apartment that contained the golden candle-stick, the altar of incense, etc, It was particularly applied to the most secret part of the Temple, in which was the "Ark of the Covenant." There no one could enter except the high-priest, and he only once a year, on the day of solemn expia- tion SAN'DAL. Soles tied to the feet with thongs. They were easily removed and were never worn in the house. To take off the shoes was a sign of reverence. In transferring a possession it was customary to deliver a sandal SAN-HE'DRIN (council). The supreme privy council among the Jews, at once a court of final appeal and last resort, and an execu- tive and legislative assembly. It consisted of seventy-one members, and met in a room adjoining the Temple where the seats were arranged in a semicircle. Its origin is ob- scure. The Jews trace it back to the time of Moses. Less correctly called Sanhedrim. SAN-SAN'NAH (palm branch). Town in the south of Judah; perhaps the same as Hazar- susah or Hazar-susim SAPH (a threshold or dish). A Philistine giant also called Sippai SAPH'IR (fair). A place in Judah SAP'PHI'RA (beautiful). Wife of Ananias, and his accomplice in the sin for which they died SAP'PHIRE. A gem noted for its beauty hardness, and lustre. It was of a blue col or, and formed one of the stones in the high-priest's breastplate SA'RAH (princess). (1) The name which God gave to Sarai, the wife of Abram, when his name was changed to Abraham. She was the mother of Isaac, and died at the age of one hundred and twenty-seven. She was a subject of special promises. (2) The daugh ter of Asher; also called Serah SA'RAPH (fiery). Descendant of Shelah . . . SAR'DINE. A gem. See Sardius SAR'DIS. The capital of Lydia, and the seat of one of the seven churches of Asia SAR'dTteS. Descendants of Sered SAR'DI-TJS. A variety of chalcedony; one of the precious stones in the high-priest's breastplate SAR'DO-NYX. Precious stone combining the qualities of the sardius and onyx Neh. 2, 10, 19; 4. 1, 7; 6, 2, 12, 14; 13, 28. Ex. 13, 2. John 17, 17. Num. 20, 12. |. Cor. 1, 30. Deut. 5. 12; |Eph. S, 26. 15,19. Ezek. I.Thess. 4,3; 36, 23; 37, 28; '5, 23. Heb. 38,23;44,19. 13, 12.IPet. Joel 1, 14. 1, 2; 3, 15. Lev. 4, 6; 10, 4; 12, 4; 16, 33; 19, 30; 21, 12. Num. 10, 21:18,3,5; 19, 20. Josh. 24, 26. II. Chr. 26, 18. Ps. 73, 17. Isa. 8, 14. Jer. 51. 51. Josh. 5, IS. Ruth 4, 7. II, Sam. 15, 30. Ps. 60, 8. Cant. 7,1. Isa. 20, 2-4. Num. 11, 16. 17. Josh. IS, 31; 19, 5. I. Chr. 4,31. II. Sam. 21, 18. I. Chr. 20,4. Mic. 1, 11. Ex.24. 10: 28, 18. Job 28 16. Lam. 4,7. Ezek. 1, 26; 28,13. Gen. 17,15, 19; 18,9,11. 12, 13; 20, 2, 14, 18; 21,1, 7. 12; 23, 2, 19;24,67:25 10; 46, 17. Num. 26, 46. I. Chr. 4,22 Num. 26, 26. Ex. 28, 17; 39, 10. Ezek, 28, 13. Heb. 8. 2; 9 1, 2; 13, 11. Mark 6, Acts 12, Matt26,3,57: 27,1,2. John 18,31. Acts S, 7. 33: 23,12,15. Acts 5, 1-10. Rev. 21, 19. Rev. 4, 3. Rev. 1, 11; 3, 1, 4. Rev. 21, 20. Rev. 21, 20. SA-REP'TA (smelting-house). A town of Phoenicia on the Mediterranean Sea, be- tween Tyre and Sidon; also called Zarephath SAR'GON. A king of Assyria SA'RID. Chief landmark on the southern boundary of the tribe of Zebulun SA'RON. See Sharon, No. 1 SAR'SE-CHIM (prince of the eunuchs). A general to Nebuchadnezzar at Jerusalem. . . SA'RUCH. Greek form of Serug SA'TAN. The name given to the Devil, the adversary of goodness, and the author of evil, lie is also called "the prince of this world," "the wicked one," "the tempter," "the old serpent," "the dragon," "the evil one," Apollyon, Abaddon, Belial, Beelze- bub, etc SA'TYR (shaggy). Mythological creature half man and half goat SAUL (asked for). (1) An early king of Idumea; he was of Rehoboth; also called Shaul. (2) The son of Kish of the tribe of Benjamin. He was the first king of Israel, was anointed by the Prophet Samuel, and reigned forty years. In person he was tall and commanding and his courage was not inferior to his strength. Although he began well, he ended badly and constantly disre- garded the will of Jehovah. He persecuted David his successor, twice attempting to as- sassinate him with his own hand. In the great battle which he fought with the Phil- istines he was defeated with terrible slaughter, and his three sons were killed. Saul took his own life on the battle-field. (3) The Hebrew name of Paul. See Paul.. SAVIOUR. A deliverer. The eminently ap- propriate title of our Lord Jesus Christ. The prophets have described Him under the name of Saviour in many places. God often takes the name of "Saviour of Israel," and David calls Him his strength and his Sav- iour SA'VOR'Y MEATS. Term applied to the food prepared for Isaac SAW. An instrument much like that of mod- ern times, used for cutting wood or stone. Criminals were sometimes put to death by being sawn asunder SCAP'POLD. Platform upon which Solomon stood during the dedicatory services of the Temple SCALL. General term for eruptions SCEP'TER. An ornamental rod or staff borne by a king or ruler as a token of his authori- ty. It may have had its origin in the shep- herd's staff, as the patriarchal chiefs were shepherds as well as princes. The scepter is figuratively put for power and authority; and also for the rulers themselves ......... SCE'VA (fitted). High-priest at Ephesus at the time of Paul's second visit there O. T. I. K. 17, 9, 10. Obab 20. Isa. 20, 1. Josh. 19, 10, 12. Jer. 39, 3. t. Chr. 21, 1. Job 1, 6, 12; 2,1,2,3,4, 7. Ps. 109,6. Isa, 13,21; 34,14. Gen. 36, 37. I.Sam.9,2,15 17,18,24:10, 11,21: 11,6,7, 15:14,24,35. +6,52- IS, 11| 31,35; 16,1,2, 14,19,23: 17 8, 12, 19, 38; 18, 9, 12, 15, 29; 19-4,7,11; 20,25:21,10 11: 22, 22; 23; 11,17,28; 31 2,7. II. Sam 1,6;3,1, I. Chr. 1,48 5,10; 10,13; 12,1. II, Sam. 22.3 II. K. 13. 5. Ps. 106, 21. Isa. 19,20; 43, 3. 11. Jer. 14. 8, Obad. 21. Gen. 27, 3, 4 ■X II. Sam. 12. 31. I.K. 7,9 I. Chr. 20, 3 Isa. 10, 15. II.Chr.6,13. Lev. 13, 30. Gen. 49. 10. Num. 24, 17. Esth.4,11; 5 2; 8, 4. Ps. 45,6. Isa. 14, 5. Ezek. 19, 11. Amos 1, 5. Zech. 10, 11. SCHISM. Any contention that disturbs the harmony and union that should exist among Christians SCHOOL, SCHOL'AR, SCHOOL'MASTER. In the early periods of Jewish history the parents instructed their children in the sim- ple doctrines of religion; the children of N. T. Luke 4, 26. Deut. 4,9,10; 6,7,9; 11,19; 31, 10-13. I.Sam.19,20. Acts 9, 35. Luke 3, 35. Matt. 4, 10; 12, 26; 16, 23. Mark 4, 15. Luke 13,16; 22, 3, 31. Rom. 16, 20. I. Cor. 5, 5. II. Cor. 2,11, Rev. 20, 2. Acts 7, 58; 8, 1.3; 9, 4, 11, 17,22,24,26; 11.25, 30; 13, 1. 2, 7, 9, 21; 22, 7, 13; 26, 14, Luke 1, 47; 2,11. John 4,42. Acts S, 31; 13 23. Eph. 5 23. I.Tim. 1,1. I.John 4, 14. Heb. 11, 37. Heb. 1, 8. Acts 19, 14- 16. I.Cor.12,25. Luke 2, 46; 4, 16, 17. Acts 5, 34: 6 9,10:19,8,9. 105 /©7 INDEX. SEA kings seem to have had special tutors. The schools of the prophets are the first men- tioned in Scripture. These schools continued down to the Captivity; they were succeeded by the public assemblies of learned men who met to expound the sacred writings and give instruction in practical philosophy. The students were not mere boys; but youths and men who came to profit by lis- tening to the learned discussions. The teachers, who were the "lawyers" and "doc- tors" of the New Testament, were regarded with great respect. See photograph, opp. page 816 SCI'ENCB. Knowledge SCORN. To dispise; to deride; to imitate in derision. In a figurative sense "to drink scorn like water" means to give oneself up to mockery with delight, and find satisfac- tion in it. God "scorns the scorners" when he punishes them SCOR'PI-ON. Venomous insect allied to the spider. In appearance it resembles the lob- ster. The word is used in a figurative sense for wicked men SCOURGE. A whip or instrument of punish- ment consisting of three leather lashes to the ends of which small pieces of metal or bone were attached. The punishment of scourging was very common among the Jews SCRIBE. In Old Testament times, a person employed in correspondence and in keeping accounts. In New Testament times, a scribe was a copyist of the law, and one who prided himself on his knowledge of it and of the traditions of the elders. He was the Jewish schoolmaster as well as lawyer . . SCRIP. A small bag generally suspended from the shoulder, and used for carrying food SCRIP'TURE. Holy Scripture, or the Holy Scriptures, is a term applied in the Chris- tian Church to denote the collective writ- ings of the Old and the New Testament... SCROLL. A roll, the form of ancient books. SCUM (rust). Used of the rust of a pot SCUR'VY (scab). Skin disease, probably of a malignant character . . '. O. T. U.K. 2, 5, 7 IS; 4 38; 6,1; 10, 1 5; 22, 14. II. Chr. 17, 7-9; 34, 22. Ps. 78, 5- Prov. 6, 20. Ezek. 14, 1,2; 20,1,2, 3. Dan. 1, 3-21. Dan. 1, 4. Esth. 3, 6. Job 16, 20; 34,7. Ps.44, 13. Prov. 1, 22: 3. 34; 9, 8,12: 13, 1. Deut. 8, IS. I. K. 12. 11. II.Chr.10.11. Ezek. 2, 6. Lev. 19, 20 Josh.23, 13, Job 5,21; 9, 23. Isa. 10. 26; 28,15, 18. II.Sam.8,17. II. K. 18, 18; 22, 3; 25, 19. Ezra 4.8, 7.6. Neh. 8,4. Isa. 36,3, 22. Jer.36,12,26; 37, 15, I.Sam. 17,40. Dan. 10, 21. Isa. 34, 4. Ezek. 24 6, 11,12. Lev. 21, 20; 22, 22. SCYTH'1-ANS. Natives of Scythia, a region not easily defined. It was on the north of the Black and Caspian Seas SEA. The term was used more extensively by the Hebrews than by us, being generally applied to all large collections of water. The Mediterranean or the Midland Sea was the largest sea with which the Hebrews were acquainted, and was called by them "the great sea." It was also known as "the utmost sea," the "hinder sea," the "west- ern sea," the "sea of the Philistines" and "the sea of Joppa." The Salt Sea, the most ancient name for the remarkable lake which we are accustomed to call "the Dead Sea," has another and possibly a later name "the sea of the plain." It is in the south of Palestine. Its waters are extremely salt, and it is said that no form of life is found in them; it was also called the East Sea. The Sea of Chinnereth, called in the New Testament "the sea of Galilee," the "sea of Tiberias; "the sea" or the "lake of Gen- nesaret," is in Palestine, about twenty- seven miles east of the Mediterranean. Sev- eral of the Apostles were fishermen on this lake, and it was also the scene of many in- cidents in the life of Christ. See photo- graph, opp. page 675. The word "sea" has many figurative meanings N. T. 9; 22, 3. I.Cor.14, 26- 33. Gal. 3, 24, 25. II.Tim,2, 2. I.Tim. 6, 20. Luke 10. 19; 11, 12. Rev, 9, 5, 10. Matt. 10. 17; 23,34; 27, 26. John 2, 15. Acts 22, 24, 25. Heb. 11, 36. Matt.5.20; 7, 29; 13,52: 17, 10; 20,18: 21, 15; 23, 2,13; 26, 3. Mark 12,32. Acts 4, 5; 6, 12. I. Cor, 1, 20. Matt. 10, 10. Luke 22, 35. Mark. 12,10; 15, 28. John 2, 22,-7, 38. Acts 1, 16. Rev. 6, 14. Gen. 1,10,22 26; 14, 3; 22. 17. Ex.14,16 21,27,28; IS, 10; 20,11. Num. 11. 31; 34.6,7,li: 12. Deut. 4, 49; U,24; 30 13. Josh. 1. ., 12,3; 15, 47; 24,6. l.K. 10,22. II. K 14,25. Ezra 3,7. Neh. 9 11. Job 7,12 11, 9; 14, 11 Ps.66, 6; 72 8. Prov.8,29 Isa.9,1; 11,9 16,8; 19,5; 23, 2. 4, 11. Jer. 6, 23. Ezek. 26, 16; 27,3,9; 38,20: 47, 8, 18. Joel 2,20. Amos 5, 8. Jonah 2, 3. Col. 3, 11. Matt. 4. 13. 15, 18: 8, 24, 26, 27, 32; 14, 25,26; 15, 29; 17, 27; 18, 6; 21, 21; 23, 15. Mark 1,16; 4. 1,39; 41; 5, 13; 6, 49; 9, 42. 11, 23. Luke 17, 2,6; 21, 25. John 6, 19; 21, 7. Acts 10, 6 32; 27. 38,40,41.43; 28,4. Rom. 9, 27. 1. Cor. 10,1,2. II. Cor. 11, 26. Heb. 11,12. Jam. 1,6; 3, 7. Judel3. Rev, 4, 6; 5, 13; 7. 1, 2, 3; 8,8; 10,2 5,6; 12, 12; 13, 1; 14, 7; 15, 2: 16, 3; 18, 19,21; 20, 8, 13:21,1, INDEX. SEL SEA, BRA'ZEN. See Brazen or Molten Sea. . SEAL. It was used in ancient times, as now, to authenticate public and private papers, and to so secure a receptacle that any ac- cess to its contents could be easily discov- ered. Signet rings were used frequently as seals. Its figurative meanings are numer- ous O. T. Jer. 52, 17. I.K. 21, 8. Job 38, 14, 4115Cant. 8,6. SEAM'LESS. Term applied to Christ's gar- ment for which the soldiers cast lots after His crucifixion SEA, MOL'TEN. See Brazen or Molten Sea. SEAT. Among the Jews seats were mats, and, sometimes, among the wealthier classes, cushions and broad, low divans. It is used of a judgment-seat, a throne, and an assembly of persons. Figuratively: "The seat of Moses" is the station of civil power and authority among the Jews, and of judg- ing according to the law of Moses. Satan's seat is the place of his power and authority. SE'BA (man). (1) The oldest son of Cush. (2) A region in Ethiopia, occupied by his descendants SE'BAT. The eleventh month of the Hebrew sacred year, and the fifth month of the civil year SEC'A-CAH (thicket). A city of Judah SE'CHU (hill). Village near Ramah, prob- ably in Benjamin SECT (choice). A religious party, such as the Sadducees, Pharisees, Nazarenes, etc. Chris- tianity was originally considered as a new sect of Judaism SE-CUN'DUS (second or favorable), tian of Thessalonica Chris- SE-DIT'ION (a standing). It is generally used in the sense of a rebellion, an insur- rection, a dissension SE-DUCE'. To deceive; to lead astray through false promises and allurements. Figuratively used of God's people when they are taught, advised, or commanded, to forsake the truth and follow what is sin ful , SEED. In many passages the word means progeny; descendant; offspring. Sometimes it denotes not only the descendants of a person, but those who imitate his char- acter SEETHE. The word means to "boil." SE'GUB (elevated). (1) The youngest son of Hiel, the Bethelite. (2) One of the sons of Hezron, the grandson of Judah SE'IR (hairy). The grandfather of Hori. His name was probably given to the moun- tainous district in which he lived, which extended from the Dead Sea to the eastern gulf of the Red Sea. It was occupied by the Horites, and afterward by the de- scendants of Esau. Seir sometimes means Edom. (2) Another Mount Seir, landmark of Judah, only mentioned once in Scrip- ture SE'I-RATH (she-goat). Hiding-place of Ehud after the murder of Eglon SE'LAH. Nothing definite is known about this word. It occurs seventy-one times in thirty-nine Psalms, and three times in the Book of Habakkuk. It is most probably a 106 I.K. 7, 23. Judg. 3, 20. I. Sam. 1, 9; 4, 18; 20, 18, 25. II. Sam. 23,8. I. K. 2, 19. Esth. 3,1 Job 23,3; 29 7. Ps. 1, 1. Ezek. 28,2. Amos 6, 3. Gen. 10. 7. Ps. 72. 10. Isa. 43, 3. Zech. 1. 7. Josh. 15,61. I.Sam.19,22 N. T. John 3, 33. Rom. 4, 11. I. Cor. 9, 2. II.Tim.2,19 Rev. 6.3,5,7 7,2; 8,1; 9, 4 John 19,23 Matt. 21, 12 23, 2, 6. Mark 11, 15 12, 39. Luke 1, 52: 11, 43 20,46. Rev 2, 13; 4,4; 11, 16. Ezra 4,15. II.K.21,9. Prov.12,26. Isa.19,13. Ezek.13,10. Gen. 4,25; 17 19; 46, 6; 48, 19. Lev.12,2 21,21. U.K. 25,25. Isa.53 10. Ex.16,23. I.K.16,34. I.Chr.2,21. 22. Gen.l4,6;32 3; 33,14; 36, 30. Num2),18 Deut. 1,44; 33,2. Josh. 15,10. Judg-. 5,4. I.Chr.4, 42. Il.Chr. 20,23,25,11. 14. Ezek.35, 2. Judg.3,26. Ps.3,2;4,2; 7,5; 9,16; 20, 3; 21,2; 24. 6; 32,4; 39,5; Acts 5,17 ; 15 5; 24,5; 26 5; 28,22. I. Cor. 11,19. Acts 20,4. Luke 23,19. Acts 24. 5. Gal.5,20. Mark 13,22. I.Tim.4.1. II.Tim.3,13. I.John 2,26. Rev.2,20. Mark 12,20, John 7,42. Acts 13 23. Rom.4.16; 7. 5,6. Gal.3,16 INDEX. SEP O. T. N. T. INDEX. SET O. T. N. T. direction for the orchetra to fall In with or accompany the other music. It occurs where very strong emotions have been ex- pressed SE'LA-HAM-MAH'LE-KOTH (cliff of divi- sions). Rock in the wilderness of Maon . . SE'LED (exultation). Son of Nadab SE'LETJ'CI-A (pertaining to Seleucus). of Syria on the Mediterranean City SELF-CON-TROL'. This power of control- ling one's self requires practice and fore- thought. Self-control is only courage under another form, and may almost be regarded as the primary essence of character. It forms the chief distinction between man and the mere animal. There can be no true manhood without it. In the Bible, praise is given not to the strong man who taketh a city, but to the stronger man who ruleth his own spirit. This stronger man is he who by discipline exercises a constant control over his thoughts, his speech, and his acts 44,8; 46,3. Hab. 3,3.9,13 I.Sam.23,28. I.Chr.2,30. I.Sam.10,27; 24,1-15 ; 26, 1-20. Ps.39,1 Prov.16,32; 17,28; 19,1. SELF-DE-FENSE'. Paul spoke In self-de fense before Felix, Governor of Judea, and before King Agrippa SELF-DE-NI'AL. The denying of one's self for the pleasure or benefit of others. There never did and never will exist anything permanently noble and excellent in a char- acter which is a stranger to the exercise of resolute self-denial. It has been through self-sacrifice that many heroic victories have been won. Abraham; Moses; Sam- uel: the widow of Zarephath; Daniel; Esther; the Rechabites; the Apostles; the widow who cast her all into the treasury; the early Christians; Joses; and Paul; all displayed instances of self-denial SELF-WILL. In the Old Testament, wan- tonness; in the New Testament arrogance. Acts 13,4. Matt.26,62, 63 ; 27,12-14, Eph.4.29. Jas 2,19. Gen.13,9; 22,12. Num. 16,15. I.Sam 12,3,4. I.K. 17,12-15. Esth.4,16. Ps.132,3,4,5 Jer. 35 6,7. Dan.1,8; 5, 16,17. Gen.49,6. SEM'A-CHl'AH (Jehovah sustains him). Son I.Chr.26,7. of Shemaiah SEM'E-I (renowned). An ancestor of Christ. SE-NA'AH (thorny). A town whose inhabit- ants returned from Captivity SEN'ATE. Elders of Israel who formed one of the three classes that made up the San- hedrin. The scribes and priests formed the other two classes SEN'A-TOR (old). A chief man; a magis- trate Ezra 2,35. Neh.7,38. Ps.10S.22. SEN-NACH'E-RIB. King of Assyria, to H.k,18,13; which Judea was tributary. Hezekiah, 19,16,20,36. king of Judea, refused to pay tribute, and!n.Chr32,l, Sennacherib invaded Judea and forced him 2,9,10,22. to submit. Hezekiah revolted again; but lsa.36,1; 37, the army Sennacherib sent against him 17,21,37. was smitten by a plague, and 185,000 are said to have died in one night. Sen- nacherib reigned many years and was killed by his sons SEN'SIT-AL. Relating to the body, in dis- tinction from the spirit; carnal; voluptuous. SEN'TEN-CES (intricate). A riddle, enigma. SE-O'RIM (barely grains). Head of a priest ly course SE'PHAR (numbering). A mountain in Ara bia SEPH'A-RAD. Unknown region to which the Jewish exiles were taken Dan.5,12. I.Chr.24,8. Gen.10,30. Obad. 20. Acts 24,10- 21 ; 26. Matt.4.20;9, 16,24,25; 19,12,21,27. Mark 1,16- 20:2,14; 10, 28. Luke 5, 11,27.28; 14 33; 18,28; 21 4. Acts 2.44, 45; 4.34.36, 37;20.24;20 33,34,35. I. Cor.4,12;10, 33. Tit.1,7. II. Pet.3,10. Luke 3, 26. Acts 5,21. Jas. 3,15. SEPH'AR-VA'IM. A place in Assyria from which colonists were settled in Samaria . . SEP'TU-A-GINT. The oldest version of the Old Testament is the Greek translation, commonly called the Septuagint. It was used in the synagogues in the time of Christ. As it now stands it includes the Apocrypha; but it did not at the beginning. SEP'UL-CHER (heaped up). The Hebrews were careful in the burial of their dead. Many of the sepulchers were hewn out of rock; as Abraham's tomb; those of the kings of Judah and Israel; and that In which our Saviour was laid on Mount Cal- vary. Sometimes graves were dug in the ground; and commonly without their towns. Hypocrites are figuratively compared to "whitened sepulchers," they have an ap- pearance of holiness, but are full of cor- ruption II,K.17,24; 18,34; 19,13. Gen,23.6. Deut.34,6. Judg.8.32. 1. Sam.lO,2.H. Sam.2,32; 17 23; 21,14. II.K.9 28;13 21:21.26. II. Chr. 21,20; 24,25 ; 28,27. Ps.5,9. Matt.23 27, 29; 27,60. Mark 15,46; 16,2,3,5. Luke 11,47; 23,5S;24,2,9, 22,24; John 19,41, 42; 20,1,2,3. 6,11. Acts 2, 29; 7,16. SE'RAH (abundance). Daughter of Asher, Gen.46.17. named among those who went down into Num.26,46. Egypt SE-RA'IAH (Jah has prevailed). (1) A scribe of David; also called Sheva, Shisha, and Shavsha. (2) Chief priest at the time Jeru- salem was taken. He was the father of Ezra, and was slain by Nebuchadnezzar. (3) Israelitish captain who surrendered to Gedaliah. (4) Son of Kenaz. (5) A Simeon- ite. (6) Priest who returned from exile; also called Azariah: (7) One who sealed the Covenant; probably the same as No. 6. (8) Son of Azriel, commanded by Jehoia- kim to seize Jeremiah. (9) Servant of Zedekiah II.Sam.8.17; 20,25. I.K.4, 3. II.K.25, 18-21,23. I. Chr.4,13,14, 35; 18.16. Ezra2,2; 7,1. Neh.7,7;10 2; 11,11:12 1.12. Jer. 36,26; 40,8; 51.59,61 ; 52 24,27. SER'A-PHIM (princes). An order of angelic Isa.6,2. beings SE'RED (fear). Eldest son of Zebulun and head of the family of Sardites SER'GI-US PAU'LUS. Roman proconsul of Cyprus converted, by Paul SER'JEANTS or SER'GEANTS (rod-holders). Roman lictors SER'MON. See table "Sermon on the Mount" after Index SER'PENT. A creature noted for Its sub- tllity, its wisdom in avoiding danger, and for the dread it instinctively inspires in man and beast. It was worshiped by the Egyptians and other nations in the East. Frequent allusions are made by the sacred writers to the serpent as an emblem of wickedness, cruelty, and treachery. The Devil is called "the old serpent" SER'PENT, BRA'ZEN. See Brazen Serpent. SER'PENT, FIER-Y. See Fiery Serpent .. SE'RTJG (shoot). Son of Reu, and father of Nahor the grandfather of Abraham; also called Saruch SERVANT. This word as used in the Bible does not necessarily imply a domestic or slave, for it was applied to any one under the authority of another. "Servant of Je- hovah" was a term used figuratively of a worshiper of God; a minister or ambassador of God; and the Messiah SERVITOR, menial .... One in waiting; but not a SETH (compensation). A son of Adam and Eve. He was nine hundred and twelve years old when he died; also called Sheth Gen.46,14. Num.26,26. Gen.3,1,13; 49,17. Ex.4,3 Ps.58.4;140, 3. Prov.23, 32.Eccl.l0,ll Isa.27,l.Jer. 8.17; 46.22. Amos 5,19. II.K.18,4. Num. 21,6. Gen.11.20- 23. I.Chr.l, 26. Gen.9,25;24 34. Deut.S, 15. Neh.1,10. Job 4.18. Ps.105.17. Isa.42,1. Dan.9,6; 10, 17. II.K.4,43. Gen.4,25.26; 5,3,8. I.Chr. 1,1. Acts 13,7-12. Acts 16,35, 38. Matt.7,10; 10,16; 23,33. Mark 16,18. Luke 10,19; 11.11. John 3.14. I. Cor. 10,9. Jas. 3. 7. Rev. 9.19; 12,9,14,15; 20,2. Luke 3,35. Matt.22.3. Luke 2,29; 19,13. Acts 16.17. Rom. 1,1; 6.22. Col.4,12. Rev 1.1; 7, 3; 15,3. Luke 3,38. 107 <7 INDEX. SHA SE'THUR (hidden). The representative of Ashur among the spies sent into Canaan . SEVEN. Besides the known signification of the word, it is used in Scripture as a num- ber of perfection; many events and mys- terious circumstances are set forth by the number "seven". In many passages the certain number "seven" is placed for an uncertain or indefinite number. "Seven times" or "seven-fold" means "often" abundantly SEVENTY. Its definite use appears in the offering of seventy shekels; the seventy elders; and the seventy years of captivity. Used indefinitely "seventy times seven" is a still higher degree than seven SHA-AL'BIM (city of foxes). One of Solo- mon's commissary cities in the tribe of Dan; also called Shaalabbin SHA'APH (division). (1) Son of Jahdai. (2) Son of Caleb by his concubine Maachah . . SHA'A-RA'IM (two gates). (1) City of Ju- dah; also called Sharaim. (2) Town of Si- meon SFA-ASH'GAZ (servant of the beautiful). Eunuch in the court of Ahasuerus SHAB-BETH'A-I (sabbath-born.) (1) A Le- vite, assistant of Ezra. (2) A Levite, an expounder of the law; also a Temple at- tendant SHA-CHI'A (fame of Jah). Son of Shaharim SHAD'OW. The word is figuratively used for anything unsubstantial. As darkness and gloominess attend shadows, so terrible darkness, trouble, or death are called the "shadow of death." Christ and His Father are compared to shadows because they govern, protect, and refresh persons and churches. The evening, or time when shadows abound, is called the "shadow" SHA'DRACH. Name given to Hananiah, one of Daniel's three friends delivered from the fiery furnace SHAFT (a thigh). The standard of the gold- en candlestick. Used figuratively of the expounder of the word O.HT. Num .13,13. Gen.4,15; 7, 2; 41,2. Lev 23,15. Num. 23.1. Deut. 7,1. Josh.6,4 Est 1.10. Job 5.19. Prov.6,31. Gen.4,24. Ex.l,S;24,l; 38,29. Num. 7.13. Judg. 9,56. Jer,25, 11. Josh.19,42. Judg.1,35. I.K.4,9. I.Chr.2,47, 49. Josh.15,36. I.Chr.4.31. Est.2,14. Ezra 10,15. Neh.8,7;ll. 16. I.Chr.8,10. I.Chr.29,15. Job 3,5; 7.2; 17,7. Ps.23, 4. Cant.2,3. Isa.4,6; 16, 3; 25,4. Lam. 4.20. Ezek 31,6. Dan.l,7;2, 49; 3.13,16, 23-30. Ex.25,31; 37 17. lsa.49,2. N. T. SHA'GE (erring). Father of Jonathan, one it Sam 23 33 of David's guard; also called Shammah . . l.Chr.11,34. Matt.12,45 ; 15 34; 18.21 Mark 16,9. Acts 6 3. Rev.l 4,12, 20; 5,6; 8.2; 10 3; 12,3; 15,1,7,8; 17, 10. Matt.18.22 . Luke 10,1,17 SHA-HA-RA'IM (two dawns). A Benjamite. SHA-HAZ'I-MAH (height). Town of Issachar. SHA'LEM (peaceful). Town near Shechem. SHA'LIM (foxes' region). A res certain location through which S ion of un- laul passed. SHAL'I-SHA (triangular). Mount Ephraim District near SHAL'LE-CHETH. THE GATE, priest's chamber Gate of the SHAL'LUM (retribution). (1) Fifteenth king of Israel. (2) Husband of Huldah, the prophetess. (3) Son of Sisamai. (4) Son of Shaul. (5) Son of the high-priest Zadok, father of Hilkiah, and forefather of Ezra; also called Meshullam. (6) Last son of Naphtali; also called Shillem. (7) Son of Kore; his posterity returned from exile. (8) Father of Jehiz-kiah. (9) Levite porter who married a Gentile wife. (10) Descend- ant of Bani who put away his foreign wife. (11) Son of Halohesh. (12) King of Judah, son of Joslah; better known as Jehoahaz . . I.Chr.8,8. Josh.19,22. Gen.33,18. I.Sam.9,4. I.Sam.9,4. I.Chr.26,16. Gen. 46,24. II.K.15,10- 15 ; 22 14. I. Chr.2,40,41 ; 4 25; 6,12,13; 7,13; 9,11,19, 31. Il.Chr. 28,12. Ezra 2.42 ; 7,2 ; 10 24.42. Neh, 3,12; 7,45; 11.11. Jer. 22 11. Mark 4,32. Acts 5,15. Col.2,17. Heb.8,5;10, 1. Jas.1,17. INDEX. SHA SHAL'LUN (retribution), a gate of Jerusalem . . Jew who repaired SHAL'MA-I (my thanks). One whose chil- dren were among the Nethinim who re- turned from exile SHAL'MAN. Shorter form of Shalmaneser. SHAL'MA-NE'ZER (Salman is gracious). As Syrian king, who overthrew the kingdom of Israel SHA'MA (obedient). One of David's guard. . SHAM'A-RI'AH (whom Jehovah protects). Son of Rehoboam SHAM'BLES. is sold .... A place where butcher's meat SHAME (shamefacedness). That which brings reproach and degrades a person in the eyes of others; contempt; ignominy. To uncover the shame, ignominy, or naked- ness, of a person, are synonymous terms. The golden calf which the Israelites wor- shiped was called by Moses "a shame." Paul calls shameful or vile affections those ignominious passions which were indulged in by pagans SHA'MER (keeper, or lees of wine). (1) Me- rarite Levite. (2) Second son of Heber . . SHAM'GAR (cup-bearer?). Son of Anath, and third judge of Israel SHAM'HUTH (perhaps desolation). One of David's captains SHA'MIR (a sharp point). (1) City of Judah. (2) Mountainous city of Ephraim. (3) A Kohathite Levite, son of Micah O. T. Neh. 3,15. Ezra 2,46. Neh.7,48. Hos.10,14. II.K.17,3-6; 18,9-lL I.Chr.11,44. II.Chr.11,19, N. T. Ex.32,25. II.Sam.13, 13. Job 8.22, Ps.4,2;83, 16. Prov. 9, 7; 13,5. Isa. 47,3. Ezek. 16,52. I. Chr. 6, 46 7,34. Judg.3,31; 5,6. SHAM'MAH (astonishment). (1) Son of Reu el. (2) A brother of David.; also called Shimeah, and Shimma. (3) One of David's mighty men, son of Agee. (4) Another champion of David, distinguished as Sham mah the Harodite; also called Shammoth and Shamhuth. (5) A Hararite, one of David's mighty men , SHAM'MA-I (desolated). (1) Son of Onam. (2) Son of Rekem. (3) Sixth child of Ezra of Judah; possibly the same as Shimon SHAM'MOTH (desolations). The Harorite, one of David's guard; apparently the same as Shammah and Shamhuth SHAM-MU'A. (1) The representative of Reu- ben among the spies sent to. Canaan. (2) Son of David by Bathsheba; also called Shammuah and Shimea. (3) Father of Abda; also called Shemaiah. (4) A priest of the family of Bilgah or Bilgai SHAM-MU'AH (reuowned). A son of David elsewhere written Shammua and Shimea . . SHAM'SHE-RA'I (heroic). Son of Jeroham. SHA'PHAM (bold). Gadite chief SHA'PHAN (coney). (1) King Josiah's scribe and secretary; the father of Ahikam and the grandfather of Gedaliah. (2) A Jew whose son was seen in a vision by Ezekiel. SHA'PHAT (judge). (1) One of the spies sent by Moses to search the land of Canaan (2) The father of the prophet Elisha. (3) A member of the royal line of Judah. (4) A Gadite chief. (5) A chief herdsman of David I, Chr. 27,8, Josh. 15. 48 Judg. 10, 1. I. Chr. 24,24. Gen. 36, 13, 17. I. Sam. 16, 9; 17. 13. II.Sam.13,3, 32; 21, 21; 23 11, 12, 33. I.Chr. 1 37: 2, 13; 11, 27; 27,8. I.Chr. 2, 28, 32, 44, 45; 4, 17, 20. II. Sam. 23, 25. I.Chr.ll, 27; 27, 8. Num. 13, 4. II.Sam.S,14, I.Chr. 3,5; 9, 16; 14, 4. Neh. 11, 17; 12,18. Num. 13, 4. II.Sam.5,14, I. Chr. 8, 26, I. Chr. 5, 12. I. K. 22, 3, 8, 12; 25, 22. Jer. 26. 24; 29, 3; 36, 10. Ezek. 8, 11. Num, 13, 5. I. K. 19,16,19. U.K. 3,11; 6, 31. I. Chr. 3, 22; 5, 12; 27, 29. I.Cor.10,25. Luke 14,9. Act* 5,41. I.Cor.6.5;ll 6. Eph.5,12. Phil.3,19. Heb.6,6; 12 " Rev. 3,18; 16,15. 108 INDEX. SHE SHA'PHEE, MOUNT (brightness). Station of the Israelites SHAR'A-I (hostile). Descendant of Ban! SHA'RAR (hostile). Father of Ahiam, one of David's guard; also called Sacar SHARE. A small hoe or spade. SHA-RE'ZER (prince of fire). One of the sons of Sennacherib, king of Assyria SHAR'ON (a plain). (1) A plain along the Mediterranean between Mount Carmel and Caesarea, celebrated for its rich fields and pastures; also called Saron. (2) District east of the Jordan, near Gilead and Bashan SHA-RU'HEN (abode of pleasure). Town of Judah, afterwards allotted to Simeon; the same as Shilhim and Shaaraim, No. 2 . . SHA'SHA-I (whitish). "Son" of Banl O. T. Num. 33, 23. Ezra 10, 40. II. Sam. 23, 33. I. Chr. 11, 35. I.Sam.13,20. II. K. 19, 37. Isa. 37, 38. I. Chr. 5, 16; 27.29. Cant 2,1. Isa. 33, 9; 35, 2; 65, 10. Josh. 15. 32: 19 6. I. Chr. 4,31. Ezra 10, 40. N. T. INDEX. SHE O. T. N. T. SHA'SHAK (pedestrian). Son of Beriah, of I. Chr. 8, 14, Benjamin, and father of Ishpan 25. SHA'UL (asked). (1) Son of Simeon by a Canaanitish woman; sometimes identified with Zimri. (2) Shaul of Rehoboth, a king of Edom; also called Saul. (3) Son of Uz- ziah SHA'VEH (valley of the plain). Valley north of Jerusalem; also called the King's Dale . SHA'VEH-KER'I-A-THA'IM (plain of Kir- jathaim. Plain in Moab, which afterward belonged to Reuben SHAV'SHA (joyful). Secretary of King Da- vid; also called Seraiah SHEAF (bound, bunch, heap). A bundle of grain or straw. It was used in the cere- monies connected with the Feast of the Passover Gen. 36,37; 46,10. Ex, 6 15. I. Chr. 1 48, 49; 6, 24! Gen. 14, 17. II. Sam. 18, 18. Gen. 14. 5. Num. 32. 37. Josh. 13, 19 II.Sam.817 I.Chr. 18, 16 Lev. 23. 10, 11, 12. Deut. 24.19. Zech. 12,6. SHE'AL (asking). Descendant of Bani SHE-AL'TI-EL (asked of God). Father of Zerubbabel; also called Salathiel SHE'A-RI'AH (who Jehovah estimates.) Sou of Azel, a descendant of Saul SHEAR'ING HOUSE. Place between Jezreel and Samaria where Jehu killed forty-two of the royal house of Judah SHE'AR-JA'SHUB (remnant returns). Sym- bolical name of one of Isaiah's sons SHE'BA (seven, or an oath). (1) Son of Raamah who, it is thought, inhabited Ara- bia Felix. (2) Son of Joktan placed by some authorities in Arabia Felix. (3) Elder son of Jokshan. He evidently settled in Arabia where his posterity became incor- porated with the earlier Sabeans of the Joktanic branch. (4) A city of Simeon. (5) A Benjamite who led an insurrection against David. (6) A Gadite. (7) The Queen of Sheba, called also "Queen of the South," was according to some, a queen of Arabia; but, according to others, a queen of Ethiopia. The latter opinion prevails. . SHE'BAH (seven, or an oath). Well at Beer- sheba which Isaac's servants dug SHE'BAM (spice). Town east of the Jordan given to the tribes of Reuben and Gad upon their demand; apparently the same as Shibmah and Sibmah Ezra 10, 29. I. Chr. 3, 17. Ezra 3, 2, I. Chr. 8, 38 9,44. II. K. 10, 12 14.. Is». 7, 3. Gen. 10.7,28; 25,3. Josh. 19,2. Il.Sam. 20,11. K.10,1- 13. I. Chr. 1, 22, 32; 5, 13. II .Chr. 9,1- 12. Ps.72,10, 15.Jer. 6, 20. Isa. 60, 6. Ezek. 27, 22. 23; 38,13. Gen. 26, 15 33. Num. 32. 3. 38. Isa. 16,8. Jer. 48, 32. Acts 9,35. Matt. 12, 42, Luke 11. 31. SHEB'A-NI'AH (whom Jehovah built up) (1) A priest in David's time. (2) The name of two Levites who joined Nehemiah in covenant. (3) A priest who signed the Cot enant; also called Shechaniah SHEB'A-RIM (ruins). A place near Al SHE'BER (breaking). Son of Caleb SHEB'NA (a youth). A prefect of the pal- ace of King Hezekiah; afterwards a scribe of the same monarch SHEB'U-EL (captive of God). (1) Eldest son of Gershom son of Moses; also called Shu bael. (2) A son of Heman; also called Shubael SHEC'A-NI'AH (Jehovah has dwelt). (1) Priest in David's time. (2) Priest in Heze- kiah's time SHECH'A-NI'AH (Jehovah has dwelt). (1) Descendant of David; perhaps the same as Eliakim or Joseph. (2) Two men whose de- scendants returned from exile. (3) Jew who suggested to Ezra the putting away of foreign wives. (4) Father of Shemaiah. (5) Father in law of Tobiah. (6) A re- turned Levite; also called Shebaniah and Shecaniah SHE'CHEM (a shoulder or ridge). (1) Im- portant city of Samaria among the moun- tains of Ephraim, about thirty-five miles north of Jerusalem. After the conquest of the country it was made a city of refuge and one of the Levitical towns. It is about four thousand years old; and was the burial place of Joseph. Also called Sychem, Sichem, and Sychar. (2) Son of Hamor. (3) Son of Gilead; founder of the Shechem- ites. (4) Son of Shemidah SHED'E-UR (darting of fire) Father of Eli- zur; chief of the tribe of Reuben at the time of the Exodus SHEEP. An animal that is valuable for Its wool as well as for food. In a domesticated state the sheep is a weak and defenseless animal and is therefore altogether depend- ent upon its keeper for protection as well as support. To this trait in its character there are several beautiful allusions in the sacred writings Lev. 1, 10. Matt. 7, 15; Num. 27, 17. 10, 6; 12,11, Deut. 7, 13; 12; 15,24; 18 17, l; 22, 1. 12, 13. John Josh. 6. 21. 2, 14; 10.2, 3, K. 22,17. 7 8,1114,15 Ps.23, 1;44, 26. Heb. 13. 22; 78.52; 79, 20. Rev. 18 13; 119, 176. 13. Num. 32, 16. John 10, 1. II. Sam. 7, 8. Ps. 78, 70. SHEEP'GATE, The Jerusalem gate rebuilt Neh. 3,1, 32; John 5, 2. by Nehemiah 12, 39. SHEEP'FOLD. An enclosure in which sheep were kept. Also called sheepcote and fold. I.Chr. 15,24. Neh. 9. 4, 5; 10, 4. 10, 12; 12. 3. 14. Josh. 7. 5. I. Chr. 2, 48 II. K. 18. 26: 19,2. Isa.22 15; 36. 3. I.Chr. 23. 16 24. 20; 25, 4 20; 26, 24. I.Chr. 24, 11. II. Chr. 31 15. I.Chr. 3. 21. Matt. 1,13. 22, II. Chr. Luke 3, 26. 31. 15. Ezra 8,3, 5; 10. 2 Neh. 3, 29; 6. 18; 10, 4: 12. 3, 14. Gen. 33, 18, 19; 34. 2; 35, 4; 37,12,14. Num. 26. 31. Josh. 17, 2, 7; 24. 1. 32, Judg.8.31;9, 1,7. 20, 28. 41, 57. I. K, 12, 1. I.Chr, 7.19. Ps.60 6. Num.1, 5; 2 10; 7, 30. 35; l0, 18. SHEEP'MAR'KET. Should be rendered Sheep Gate SHEEP'MASTER. A shepherd SHEEP'SHEAR-ER. One who cuts the wool from the sheep. Sheep shearing was a time of great rejoicing to a pastoral people. SHEEP'SKINS. Garments made of the pelt of the sheep, and indicative of poverty . SHEETS. Linen garments SHE'HA-RI'AH (Jehovah seeks). Son of Jeroham SHEK'EL. A weight, and refers to a certain weight of uncoined metal. The silver shek- el was worth between fifty and sixty cents, and the gold shekel about ten dollars II. K. 3. 4. Gen. 38. 12. II, Sam. 13, 23. 24. Judg. 14, 12, I. Chr. 8, 26. Gen. 24. 22. Ex. 30. 13. Num. 7, 13. I, K. 10, 16. II. K. 15,20. John 5, 2. Heb. 11, 37. 109 i iM INDEX. SHE SHE'KI'NAH or SHE-CHI'NAH. Term ap- plied by ancient Jews to that visible sym- bol of the Divine glory which dwells in the Tabernacle and Temple. The word is not found in this form in Scripture SHE'LAH (perdition), (1) The youngest son of Judah. His descendants were Shelan- ites. (2) Froper form of the name Salah, the son of Arphaxed SHEL'E-MI'AH (whom Jehovah repays). (1) A porter of the Tabernacle; the same as Meshelemiah and Shallum. (2) The name of two descendants of Bani, who divorced their foreign wives. (3) Father of Hana- niah. (4) A priest made treasurer by Nehe- miah. (5) Son of Cushi. (6) Son of Abdeel, commanded to seize Jeremiah. (7) Father of Jehucal. (8) Father of Irijah SHE'LEPH (plucking). Second of the thir- ten sons of Joktan SHE'LESH (triplet). A son of Helem.. SHEL'O-MI (pacific). Father of Ahihud. SHEL'O-MITH (peaceful). (1) Mother of a blasphemer. (2) Daughter of Zerubbabel. (3) A Gershonite, son of Shimei. (4) A Levite chief in David's time; also called Shelomoth. (5) Treasurer of the Temple under David. (6) Son or daughter of Re- hoboam SHE-LU'MI-EL (friend of God). Prince of the tribe of Simeon at the time of the Exodus SHEM (name). A son of Noah. The Jews descended from him, also the Aramaeans, Persians, Arabians, and Assyrians. The various languages of the descendants of Shem are called Semitic or Shemitic langu- ages SHETtfA (rumor). Town of Southern Judah; also called Sheba. (2) Son of Hebron. (3) Son of Joel; same as Shemaiah, No. 4. (4) A Benjamite. (5) An assistant of Ezra when he read the law SHE-MA'AH (rumor). Father of Ahiezer and Joash SHEM-A-I'AH (Jehovah hears). (1) Prophet sent by the Lord to stop Rhehoboam from making war against Israel. (2) A descend- ant of Zerubbabel. (3) Descendant of Sim- eon. (4) Descendant of Reuben. (5) The name of seven Levites. (6) Son of Obed- Edom. (7) Son of Adonikam who returned with Ezra. (8) A priest and another per- son who took foreign wives. (9) A Jew who tried to make Nehemiah distrust God. (10) A priest who signed the Covenant. (11) A prince of Judah. (12) Member of the choir at the dedication of the wall. (13) One of the priests. (14) Father of Urijah. (15) A false prophet. (16) Father of a prince of the Jews SHEM'A-RI'AH (whom Jehovah keeps). (1) Benjamite warrior under David. (2) Name of two Israelites who put away Gentile wives SHEM'E-BER (lofty). King of Zeboim SHE'MER (lees). Owner of the site on which Samaria was built '. O. T. Ex. 25, 22. Lev. 16. 2. Il.Sam. 6.2. II. K. 19. 15. Ps. 80. 1. Isa. 37, 16. Gen. 38,5,11, 14; 46. 12. I. Chr.l, 18. 24; 4.21-23, I. Chr. 9. 17. 21,31; 26 1, 2.14. Ezra 10, 39. 41. Neh. 3, 30; 13,13, Jer. 36, 14.26; 37, 3. 13; 38. 1. Gen. 10. 26. I. Chr. 1. 20. I. Chr. 7,35. Num. 34, 27. Lev. 24, 10, 11. I. Chr. 3, 19; 23,9,18; 24,22; 26. 25 26,28. II. Chr. 11, 20. Ezra 8,10. Num.1, 6:2 12;7,36,41;10, 19. Gen.5, 32; 6, 10; 9, 23, 26, 27; 10, 1, 21 I.Chr.1,4,17. Josh. 15,26 I. Chr 2. 43 44; 5, 4, 8; 8 13. Neh. 8,4. I. Chr. 12, 3 I. K. 12.22. I. Chr. 3, 22; 4.37; 5, 4; 9 14,16; 15,8 11; 24, 6; 26, 4,6.7. II. Chr. 11, 2; 17, 8; 29. 14 31, 15: 35, 9, Ezra 8, 13, 16; 10, 21,31 Neh, 6. 10; 10, 8; 11, 15; 12, 6, 34, 36, 42. Jer. 26. 20; 29, 24. 31 32; 36, 12. I.Chr. 12, 5 Ezra 10, 32, 41. Gen. 14, 2. I. K. 16, 24. SHE-MI'DA (fame of knowledge). Son of Gilead, and founder of the Shemidaites. . . SHEM'I-NITH. The title of two Psalms. A musical term whose meaning is doubtful SHE-mTr'A-MOTH (name most high). (1) A Levite musician. (2) A Levite teacher of the law N. T. Heb. 9, 5. Num. 26, 32, 1. Chr. 7, 19, I.Chr. 15,21 Ps. 6; 12. I.Chr. 15,18 20; 16, 5. II.Chr.17,8 Luke 3, 36. INDEX. SHE'MITES. Descendants of Shem. SHE SHE-MU'EL (Samuel). (1) Son of Ammihud, a Simeonite. (2) More correct form of Samuel, the prophet. (3) Descendant of Tola SHEN (the tooth). Place where Samuel erected a stone to commemorate the Phil- istine defeat SHE-NA'ZAR (fiery tooth). A son of Jeco- niah SIIE'NIR (peak). Name given to Mount Her- mon SHE'PHAM (bear region). One of the land- marks of the eastern boundary of Canaan.. SHEPH'A-TI'AH (whom Jehovah defends). (1) A son of David. (2) A Benjamite; father of Meshullam; called Shephathiah. (3) One of David's valiant men. (4) A ru- ler of Simeon. (5) A son of Jehoshaphat. (6) The name of two men whose families returned from Captivity. (7) Descendant of Perez. (8) An enemy of Jeremiah SHEP'HERD. One employed in tending, feeding, and guarding the sheep. Abel, Rachel, the daughters of Jethro, Moses, and David, were all keepers of sheep. The word Is figuratively applied to political rulers, ministers, and Christ. The Chaldean Erinces and their armies were the "shep- erds and flocks" that ruined Judah SHE'PHI (a naked hill), written Shepho Son of Shobal; also SHE-PHU'PHAN (serpent). The son of Bela, and grandson of Benjamin; the name is also written Shephupham, Shupham, Shuppim, and Huppim SHE'RAH (kinswoman). Daughter of Eph- raim SHER'E-BI'AH (heat of Jehovah). A Levite of the family of Mahli who was an assist- ant of Ezra and signed Nehemiah's cove nant SHE'RESH (root). Son of Machir SHE-RE'ZER (prince of fire). Delegate to priests and prophets to consult as to a day of humiliation SHER'IFF (a lawyer). Probably one who decided points of law SHE'SHACH. Name given to Babylon by Jeremiah. Its signification is doubtful. . SHE'SHAI (whitish). Son of Anak, driven from Hebron and slain by Caleb and the children of Judah SHE'SHAN (lily). One of the descendants of Jerahmeel SHESH-BAZ'ZAR (fire-worshiper). The name borne by Zerubbabel at the Persian court SHETH (confusion). (1) "The sons of Sheth" should be translated "tumult". (2) See Seth SHE'THAR (a star). A prince of Persia. SHE'THAR-BOZ'NA-I (star of splendor). A Persian governor in Syria O. T. Num. 34, 20. I.Chr. 6, 33; 7,2. I.Sam. 7, 12. I.Chr. 3, 18. Deut. 3 9. Cant. 4, 8. Num.34,10, 11. II.Sam.3.4. I.Chr.3,3;9, 8; 12,5: 27. 16. H.Chr. 21,2. Ezra 2, 4,57; 8,8. Neh.7,9,59; 11,4. Jer. 38,1. Gen.4.2;29, 9. Ex.2.16;3, I. I.Sam. 16, II. Il.Sam. 7.8. Ps.23,1. Isa.44,28. Jer.6,3. Zech. 13,7. Gen.36,23. I.Chr.1,40. Gen.46,21. Num. 26,39. I.Chr.7,12, 15; 8,5. I.Chr.7,24. Ezra 8,18,24, Neh. 9, 4,5; 10,12; 12, 8. 24. I.Chr.7.16. Zech.7,2. Dan.3,2 3. Jer.25,26;S 41. Num.13,22. Josh.15.14. Judg.1,10. I Chr.2,31. 34,35. Ezrl,8,ll;5 14,16. Num.24 17. I.Chr.1,1. Est 1,14. Ezra 5,3; 6, 6. N. T. Luke 2,8,18, 20 John 10, 12,14,16; 21, 15.16. Eph. 4.11. Heb. 13.20 I Pet. 2,25; 5,4. 110 INDEX. SHI SHE'VA (false). (1) David's secretary; also called Seraiah, Shisha, and Shavsha. (2) The last son of Caleb by his concubine Maachah SHEW'BREAD. The unleavened bread pre pared anew every Sabbath and offered on the golden table in twelve loaves (according to the number of the tribes of Israel), and arranged in two rows of six loaves each. It was called "shewbread" or "bread of the face," because it stood continually be- fore the Lord. Only the priests could law fully eat it SHIB'BO-LETH (a stream or flood). The known inability of the Ephraimites to pro- nounce the aspirated sound "sh," as in "Shibboleth," was used as a test to dis- tinguish them from the Gileadites in a battle between them SHIB'MAH (coolness, or fragrance). A city of Reuben east of the Jordan; it is also called Shebam aud Sibmah SHIC'RON (drunkenness). A city of Judah SHIELD. It was the most ancient piece of defensive armor, was composed of a great variety of materials, and was of various forms and sizes. The ordinary shield among the Hebrews was of wood covered with leather. Some shields had brass or copper coverings. God is figuratively termed "the shield and buckler" of His people. Faith, and the truth and salvation of God, are called "shields" SHIG-GA'ION (to wander). The title of a Psalm, which probably means "wild," "mournful" SHI-GI'O-NOTH. Plural of Shiggalon SHI'HON (destruction). Town of Issachar. SHI'HOR-LIB'NATH. Boundary landmark of Asher SHI'HOR OP E'GYPT. One of the names of the Nile. Some authorities take Sihor and Shihor to be the brook of Egypt, the pres- ent Wady el Arish SHIL'HI (perhaps armed). Father of Azu- bah, the mother of Jehoshapnat SHIL'HIM (armed men). A southern city of Judah; it is also called Sharuhen and Sha- araim _ SHIL'LEM (requital). Son of Naphtali; same as Shall um, No. 6 SHI-LO'AH. See Siloam SHI'LOH. (1) Epithet applied in Jacob's pro- phetic benediction to the person to whom "the gathering of the nations should be," and which is regarded by Christians and ancient Jews as the denomination of the Messiah. (2) City of Ephraim on the high- way from Bethel to Shechem. It was the place where the Tabernacle and Ark re- mained from the days of Joshua through the ministry of the judges, to the end of Eli's life. It was the residence of Ahijah the prophet. See photograph, opp. page 867 SHI'LO-NITE, THE. (1) Title of a native of Shiloh; but applied only to Ahijah. (2) De- scendant of Judah, through Shelah; doubt- less the same as the Shelamites SHIL'SHAH (trial). Son of Zophah. O. T. II.Sam.8.17; 20,25. I.K.4 3. I.Chr.2, 49; 18,16. Ex.25,30; 35 13. Num. 4, 7. I.Sam. 21,6. I.K.7, 48. 1.Chr.9, 32; 23,29; 28 16. Il.Chr. 2 4; 4,19; 13, U-,29,18. Judg.12,6. N. T. INDEX. SHI Num.32,38. Josh.13,19. Isa.16,8. Josh. 15,11. Gen.15.1. Deut.33,29. Judg5,8. I Sam 17,7. II. Sam.1,21 22,3,36. 1. Chr. 12,8,24. Ps.5 12; 33, 20; 35,2; 84, 11; 91,4. Jer.46,3. Ps. 7. Hab.3,1. Josh.19,19. Josh. 19,26. Josh. 13,3. l.Chr.13,5. Isa.23,3. Jer.2,18. IK.22,42. II.Chr.20,31. Josh.15.32; 19.6. 1.Chr. 4,31. Gen.46,24. Num.26,49. Isa.8,6. Gen.49.10. Josh. 18,1 8: 22,9.Judg.l8 31; 21.12, 19, 21. I.Sam.l, 3,24; 2,14; 3, 21: 4.3.12; 14 3.I.K.2.27; 14,2 4. Ps. 78,60. Jer. 7, 12,14; 26,6,9; 41,5. Num.26,20. I.K.11,29; 12 15; 15.29. I.Chr.9,5. I.Chr.7,37. Matt.12,4. Mark 2,26. Luke 6,4. Heb. 9,2. SHIM'E-A (rumor). (1) See Shammua. (2) A Merarite Levite, son of Uzza. (3) Father of Berachiah. (4) Brother of David and father of the Jonathan who slew Goliath's brother; also called Shimma, Shammah and Shimeah SHIM'E-AH (fame). (1) See Shimea, No. 4. (2) Descendant of Jehiel, a Benjamite, and founder of Gideon; also called Shimeam... SHIM'E-AM. See Shimeah, No. 2 SHIM'E-ATH. An Ammonitess, the mother of Jozachar an assassin of King Joash SHIM'E-I (renowned). (1) Son of Gershon; also called Shimi. (2) Son of Gera; a Ben- jamite who cursed David. (3) An officer of David. (4) One of Solomon's commissary officers. (5) Grandson of Jeconiah. (6) Son of Zacchur. (7) A Reubenite son of Gog. (8) A Merarite, son of Libni. (9) A Ger- shonite, son of Jahath. (10) A Levite. (11) A leader of singers in the time of David. (12) David's overseer of vineyards. (13) A son of Heman. (14) A Levite; treasurer of the tithes and offerings in Hezekiah's time. (15) Levite who put away his Gentile wife. (16) Two Israelites who put away their wives. (17) Grandfather of Mordecai. (18) Ancestor of a family; probably the same as No. 1 SHIM'E-ON (famous one). Israelite who put away his Gentile wife SHIM'HI. Father of a Benjamite family... SHI'ML See Shimei, No. 1 SHIM'MA. Son of David; also called Sham- muah, Shimea, Shimeah and Shimua SHl'MON (desert). A man of Judah. SHIM'RATH (watch). Son of Shimhi. SHIM'RI (vigilant). (1) Head of a Simeonite family. (2) Father of one of David's heroes. (3) Son of Elizaphan SHIM'RITH (vigilant). Mother of Jehoza- bad, murderer of King Joash; also called Shomer SHIM'RON (watch-height). (1) Son of Issa- char and head of a family; also called Shimron. (2) City of Zebulum; its full name was perhaps Shimron-meron SHIM'RON-ME'RON (guard of lashing). City conquered by Joshua SHIM'SHAI (sunny). Scribe who with Re- hum the chancellor wrote to Artaxerxes against the Jews ! SHI'NAB (father's tooth). King of Admah. SHI'NAR. The proper name of Babylonia, particularly of the country around Babylon SHIP. When applied to vessels on the Sea of Galilee it means a fishing boat impelled by oars, and sometimes having a mast and sail. The Jews were not sailors, and the snipping trade on the Mediterranean and Red Seas was held by their heathen neighbors, who had ships of considerable size. The vessels connected with Biblical history were for the most part ships of burden; in this sort of ship was Paul con- veyed to Italy. The "ships of Tarshlsh" are -figuratively put for the merchants and mariners concerned in them. "Shipwreck" is symbolical of departing from faith O. T. I.Sam.16,9. II. Sam.5,14: 13 3. 1 Chr. 2,13; 3,5; 6, 30.39; 14,4; 20,7. Il.Sam 21,21 I.Chr.8.32; 9,38. I.Chr.9,38. II K.12,21. II.Chr.24,26. Ex.6,17. Num. 3,18. II Sam.16.S- 13; 19,16-23. I.K1.8; 2, 36-46; 4,18. I.Chr.3,19;4 26.27; 5,4; 6 17.29 42; 23 7 9,10; 25,17 27,27. II. Chr 29 14; 31.12,13. Ezra 10,23. 33.38. Est. 2.5 Zech. 12,13. Ezra 10,31. I.Chr.8,21. Ex.6,17. II.Sam.21,21 I.Chr.2,13 I.Chr.4,20. I.Chr.8,21. I Chr 4.37; 11,45. II. Chr.29,13. Il.K.12.21. II.Chr.24,26. Gen.46,13. Num.26,24. Josh.19,15. I.Chr.7,1. Josh.12,20. Ezra 4,8,9.17 23. Gen.14.2. Gen.10,10. Isa. 11.11. Gen.49,13. Num.24,24. Deut.28,68. I K.9,26; 22, 48. Il.Chr. 8 18. Job 9, 26. Ps.48 7; 104.26; 107. 23. Prov.31, 14. Isa.2.16; 23.1; 33,21; 60,9. Ezek. 27,9,25,29. Jonah 1,3,4, Matt. 4,21,22 8,24; 14,24. Mark 1,19, 20; 4,37.38; 8,14. Luke 5, 7. John 6,21, 21,6. Acts 2C 38; 21,2; 27,2 I.Tim.1,19. Jas.3,4.Rev. 8,9; 18,17,19 111 U3 INDEX. SHO SHI'PHI (abundant). Son of Ziza ShYpH'RAH (beauty). A chief midwife among the Hebrews in Egypt SHTPH'TAN (judicial). Representative of Ephraim to divide Canaan SHI'SHA (whiteness). Father of Elihoreph and Ahiah; same as Seraiah, No. 1 SHI'SHAK. A king of Egypt to whom Jero- boam fled when Solomon sought to kill him. SHiT'RA-1 (scribe). Chief herder of David.. SHIT'TIM (acacia). (1) Last encampment of the Israelites situated in the plain of Moab, east of the Dead Sea. (2) The valley of Shittim, west of the Jordan; probably near Jerusalem SHIT'TIM WOOD. This wood was used ex- tensively in the construction and furnish- ing of the Tabernacle. It was the wood of the shittah tree, once abundant, and still found in the peninsula of Sinai. The wood is well adapted for cabinet work, having a close grain. It is hard, tough and of a brownish color ShT'ZA (splendor). A Renbenite, father of Adino SHO'A (rich). A province of the Chaldean Empire SHO'BAB (apostate). (1) A son of David and Bathsheba. (2) A son of Caleb, the son of Hezron SHO'BACH (expansion). The captain of the host of Hadarezer; also called Shophach... SHO'BA-T (taking captive). A Tabernacle porter whose children returned from exile. SHO'BAL (flowering). (1) Son of Seir; a duke of Edom. (2) Son of Hur and founder of Kirjath-jearim. (3) Father of Reaiah; probably the same as No. 2 SHO'BEK (forsaking). A chief signer of the Covenant SHOTi! (one who captures). Son of Nahash. SHO'CO (branches). A variation of Socoh, Shocho, Sochah, Socho, etc. See Socho... SHOE. See Sandal SHO'HAM (onyx). A Merarite Levite SHOTtfER (keeper). (1) Second son of Heber of Asher; also called Shamer. (2) See Shimrith • SHO'PHACH (extension). General of Had- arezer; also called Shobach SHOTHAN (hidden or hollow). City of Gad. R. V. Aroth-shaphan SHO-SHAN'NIM (a lily). Title of two Psalms probably denoting the melody used for them SHOUL'DER. To "bow the shoulder" indi cates servitude, and to "withdraw" it, re- bellion. To "put upon" one's shoulders, means to intrust to one's keeping O. T. I.Chr.4,37. Ex.l.lS-21. Num.34,24. II.Sam.8,17, I.K.4,3. I.K.11.40.H, Chr.12,2. I,Chr.27,29. Num. 25,1. Josh.2.1; 3,1 Joel 3.18. Mic.6,5. Ex.25,5,10, 13,23.28; 26, 15.26.32,37; 27.1,6; 30.1; 35,7,24; 36, 31,36; 37,1.4 10,15,28; 38, 6. Deut.10,3, I.Chr.11,42. Ezek.23,23. II. Sam.5.14 I.Chr.2,18; 3 5; 14,4. II.Sam.10.16 18. I.Chr.19. 16,18. Ezra 2 42. Neh.7,45. Gen. 36,20, 29. I.Chr.l, 38; 2,50,52; 4,1,2. Neh.10,24. II.Sam.17,27 I.Sam.17,1 II.Chr.28,18. Ex.3,5. I.Chr.24,27. U.K. 12, 21 I. Chr. 7, 32 34. II. Chr. 24, 26. I.Chr.19,16 18. Num. 32, 35. Ps. 45; 69. Gen. 49, 15. Neh. 9, 29. Isa, 9, 6; 22 22. N. T. INDEX. SHU Matt. 3,11. SHOUL'DER PIECE (clothes). Ornament on the ephod of the high-priest SHOVEL. (1) Implement for removing ashes from the altar. (2) A winnowing fork or fan SHRED. To cut to pieces. SHRINE (a temple). Miniature of the tem- ple of Diana with a statue of the goddess. . SHROUD (thicket). Cover; shelter. SHU'A (cry for help.) (1) Father of Judah's wife. See Shuah. No 3. (2) Daughter of Neber SHU'AH (pit). (1) Son of Abraham and Ketu- rah. (2) Descendant of Judah. (3) Father of Judah's wife the Canaanitess; same as Shua, No. 1 SHU'AL (jackal). (1) Place probably north- east of Bethel of Benjamin. (2) Son of Zophah SHU'BA-EL (captive of God). Two Levites; see Shebuel, No. 1, and 2 SHU'HAM (humility). Son of Dan; also call- ed Hushim SHU'HAM-ITES. Descendants of Hushim or Shuham SHU'HITE. The Shuhites are descendants of Abraham by Keturah, through Shuah. It is an epithet applied to Bildad SHU'LAM-ITES. Inhabitants of Shulem, which is probably Shunem SHU'MATH-ITES. A family which sprang from Kirjath-jearim SHU'NAM-MITE. A native of Shunem; it is applied as an epithet to Abishag SHU'NEM (two resting places). One of the cities of Issachar. It was the residence of the Shunammite woman by whom Elisha was entertained SHU'NI (quiet). Son of Gad and founder of the Shunites SHU'PHAM. Descendant of Benjamin; called also Shephuphan SHUP'PIM (serpents). (1) Descendant of Benjamin; see Shupham, and Shephuphan. (2) Levite porter of the Temple SHUR. A city on the confines of Egypt and Palestine SHU'SHAN (a lily). A chief city of Susiana in Persia. It was the winter palace of the kings, and was known to the Greeks as Susa O. T. Ex. 28, 7, 25; 39,4. Ex. 27. 3; 38, 3. Isa.30,24. II. K. 4, 39. Ezek. 31, 3. Gen. 38,12. I Chr. 2, 3; 7,32. Gen.25,2; 38, 2,12. 1. Chr. 1, 32; 4, 11. I. Sam. 13,17. I. Chr. 7, 36. I.Chr.24,20; 25,20. Gen. 46. 23. Num.26, 42 Num. 26, 42, 43. Gen.25,2. I. Chr. 1,32, Job 2, 11. Cant. 6, 13. I.Chr. 2, 53 I. K. 1. 3. U.K. 4,8,12 Josh. 19, 18 I Sam. 28, 4. II.K 4,8-37; 8, 1-6. Gen. 46. 16. Num. 26, 15 Num, 26, 39. I. Chr. 8, 5. Num. 36, 39. I Chr. 7, 12; 26,16. Gen. 16. 7. I.Sam. 15, 7, Neh. 1, 1. Esth. 2, 8; 3 15; 4 16; 8, 15; 9, 11. N.T. Acts 19, 24. 112 INDEX. SIL SHU'SHAN-E'DTJTH. A song to the air of which a Psalm is to be sung SHU'THE-LAH (noise of breaking). (1) One of Ephraim's sons and the head of the family of Shuthelah. (2) Son of Zabad... SHUT'TLF (a weaving), the swiftness of life. . Used as a figure of SI'A (congregation). One of the Nethinim whose descendants returned from exile" also called Siaha SIB'BE-CAI (thicket like). A descendant of Judah who slew a champion of the Philis tines; also called Sibbechai SIB'RA-IM (a twofold hope). A landmark of the northern boundary of the Holy Land. SI'CHBM. Incorrect form of Shechem. SICK'LE (a reaping hook), cutting grain Instrument for SID'DIM, VALE OP (valley of the fields). Valley where the king of Sodom was de- feated SI'DON or ZI'DON. (1) Eldest son of Ca naan. (2) One of the oldest cities of the world situated on the Mediterranean shore in the allotment of the tribe of Asher. However, it was never conquered, on the contrary, it proved a most formidable enemy. In ancient times it was the princi- pal city of Phoenicia until her colony. Tyre, became the more important. It was cele- brated both among the Jews and Greeks for its ship-building industry, its purple dyed fabrics, its silverware, etc. Though often threatened by the prophets on ac count of its idolatry and moral laxity, it was less severely rebuked than Tyre. It was once visited by Jesus SIGN (token). It denotes a miracle to con- firm faith; also a token of coming events.. SI'HON (sweeping away). A king of the Amorites who refused to let the children of Israel pass through his country. His army was routed in a battle that ensued, Sihon was killed, and his dominions divided be- tween Reuben and Gad SI'HOR (black, turbid). river Nile This refers to the SI'LAS (wooded). One of the chief of the brethren of the early Church, probably a native of Antioch. He accompanied Paul on several of his missionary tours, and was imprisoned with him at Philippi. He is also called Silvanus; but whether he is the Silvanus who was the bearer of St. Peter's epistle to- the churches of Asia Minor, is not known SI'LENCE. The word denotes not only the ordinary meaning, but is also taken for death and the grave. Silence is figurative- ly used to denote entire ruin or destruction SILK. The only undoubted mention of silk occurs in the New Testament. The Old Testament references probably referred to fine linen SILTLA (twig). Joash Scene of the murder of King SI-LO'AM or SHI-LO-AH. (1) A pool at the mouth of the Tyropoean valley at Jerusa- lem; also called Siloah. See photograph, opp. page 370. (2) A tower near Siloam, on the western slope of the Mount of Olives O. T. Ps. 60. Num. 26, 35 36. I. Chr. 7 20, 21. Job 7, 6. Ezra 2, 44. Neh. 7, 47. II. Sam. 21, 18.I.Chr.ll 29: 20, 4; 27 11. Ezek. 47, 16 Gen. 12, 6. Jer. SO, 16. Joel 3, 13. Gen. 14, 3, 8, 10. Gen. 10, 15, 19; 49, 13. Josh. 11, 8; 19,28.Judg. 10,6; 18,28. I. K. 17, 9. I. Chr. 1,13. Ezra 3, 7. Isa. 23, 2, 4, 12. Jer. 25, 22; 27, 3; 47, 4. Ezek. 27, 8; 28, 21,22. Joel 3, 4. Zech. 9, 2. Gen. 15, 8- 15. Ex. 4, 1-9. Num. 21, 21- 30. Deut. 2, 30, 31, 32. Josh. 13,15- 28. Judg.ll, 21. Neh. 9, 22. Jer. 48, 45. Isa. 23, 3. Jer. 2. 18. N. T. INDEX. SIN Matt. 11, 21, 22; 15, 21. Mark 3, 8; 7, 24. Luke 4,26; 6. 17; 10, 13, 14. Acts 12, 20; 27,3. Job 4,16; 29, 21. Ps.31,18; 94, 17. Isa. 15, 1, Jer. 8, 14. Prov. 31, 22. Ezek.l6,10, c 3. • II. K. 12, 20, Neh. 3, 15. Isa. 8, 6. Mark 4, 29. Matt. 12, 38; 16, 3, 4; 24, 3. Acts 15, 22, 27,34.40;16, 19, 25, 29; 17, 4, 10, 15; 18, 5. II. Cor. 1. 19. 1. Thoss. 1. II. Thess. 1, 1. I. Pet. 5, 12. Matt. 22, 34. Acts 21, 40; 22, 2. 1. Tim. 2, 11, 12. I. Pet. 2, IS. Rev. 18, 12. Luke 13, 4,5 John 9.7,11, SIL-VA'NUS. See Silas. SIL'VER (white or pale). A precious metal, known early in human history, which form- ed a common medium of trade, and was then not coined, but used by weight. It was used in the construction of the Tabernacle, for the furniture of the Temple, for must cal instruments, and for adorning idols. In the Hebrew the word was used to apply to money in general. Silver was abundant in Palestine in the time of Solomon SIL'VER-LING. A piece of silver SIL'VER-SMITH. A worker in silver. SIM'E-ON (favorable hearing). (1) Second son of Jacob and Leah. He was one of the twelve patriarchs and was the progenitor of the tribe bearing his name, which so de- creased in numbers from the time of the Exodus to the entering of Canaan that it fell from third in rank to the lowest position among the tribes. The territory occupied by this tribe was in the south- western part of Canaan within the inherit ance of Judah. (2) A devout and aged man of Jerusalem who blessed the infant Jesus in the Temple. (3) An ancestor of Jesus. (4) A disciple also called Niger. (5) A form of Simon Peter SI-MIL'I-TUDE (appearance, shape, like- ness). The form (similitude) of Jehovah was not the Eternal God; it was probably the angel of His Presence who was sent before the children of Israel. In the New Testament the word means that which is similar O. T. Gen. 23, 15, 16. Ex. 20. 23; 26 19; 27, 17; 35,24; 38, 25. Lev. 5, 15. Num. 10. 2. I. K. 10, 22. I. Chr. 28, 14-17. Ps. 12, 6. Isa, 40, 19. Isa. 7, 23. Gen. 29. 33; 34, 25; 35, 23; 42, 24; 43, 23 46, 10; 48, S; 49,5. Num. 1.22.23; 2. 12;10,19; 13 5; 34,20; 26; 12. Deut. 27, 12. Josh. 19, 1. 8, 9; 21. 4. Judg. 1, 3, 17. I. Chr. 4.24. Il.Chr. 15,9; 34,6. Ezek. 48, 24 Num. 12, 8. Deut. 4. 12, 16. II. Chr. 4, 3. Ps. 106 20; 144, 12. Dan. 10, 16. Hos. 12, 10. SI'MON. (1) See Peter. (2) The least known of all the Apostles. He was sur- named Zelotes and was also called "the Canaanite." (3) Son of Cleophas and Mary, brother of James and Jude, and a kinsman of Jesus; called a brother of Jesus. (4) A leper. (5) A man of Cyrene who carried the cross of Jesus. (6) A Pharisee who invited Jesus to his house. (7) Father of Judas Iscariot. (8) A sor- cerer converted by Philip. (9) A tanner with whom Peter lodged at Joppa SIN (muddy). (1) The desert of Sin was a wilderness between Elim and Sinai through which the Israelites passed on their way to the Promised Land. (2) A city of Egypt SIN, CON-FES'SION OF. Sin is a transgres- sion of the law, or want of conformity to the will of God. To confess sin, or candidly acknowledge our guilt before God, or to our neighbor, is our one chance of forgiveness. The offerings of the Is- raelites were practically a confession of their sins. The goat was employed by the people of Israel in many respects as their representative. Regarding sacrificial of- ferings we are told that Aaron took two he-goats for a sin-offering for the children of Israel, one he offered as a sin-offering to the Lord and upon the other the "scape- goat" he placed his hands and confessed over him the iniquities, transgressions, and sins, of the children of Israel. After this he was taken away that he might bear the sins of the people into a solitary land. . SIN, CON'SE-QTJENCES OF. In many pas- sages of Scripture we read that the sins of the fathers shall be borne by the children. Adam by his transgression brought misery upon himself and upon his posterity. Jesus Christ by His death has restored life to us and has reconciled us to God our Father; instead of children of wrath, as we were, he has merited for us the char- acter of the children of God SIN, FOR-GIVE'NESS OF. Since the begin- ning of time God in his infinite kindness and mercy has constantly answered the prayers of the penitent. There is but one unpardonable sin — the sin against the Holy Ex.16,1,2; 17 1. Num.33 12. Ezek. 30, 15,16. Lev.16,21. Num.14,40. II.Sam.24,10 17. II.Chr.29 6. Ezra 9,4- 1S. Neh.1,6, 7; 9,2,3,33, 34.35. Job 7,20; 9,20; 13 23; 40,4; 42, 6.Ps32,5;38 3,4.18; 41.4; 51,2. Isa.6,5; 26,13; 59.12- 15; 64,5. Jer. 3,21; 8,14; 14 7; 31,18.19. Lam.3,40. Dan 9,5-15. Ex 20,5; 34, 7. Lev.26 39. Num.14.33. Job 2, 10. Ps.21,10; 37, 28; 51,5. Prov.14',11. Isa.14 20-22. Jer. 32.18. Lam. 5,7. Ex.34,6,7. Lev.4.20.26; 5,4-10. Num 14,20. II. Sam.12,13. N. T. Il.Cor.119j Matt. 27, 6. Acts 19, 24. Acts 19, 24. Luke 2, 25, 34:3, 30. Act$13,l;15 14. Rev. 7,7. Rom. 5, 14. Heb. 7, 15. Jas. 3, 9. Matt. 10. 4 ; 13, 55; 26, 6; 27,32. Mark 3, 18; 6, 3; 14, 3; 15, 21 Luke 6,15; 7. 36-44; 23 ; 26. John 6, 71; 12, 4; 13 2, 26. Acts 8, 9-13, 18-24; 9.43:10,6, 17,32. Luke 15,17, 18,19,20,21. I.Cor.15,9. Jas.5,16. I. John 1,8,9, 10. Rom.5,12-21 Matt.1,21; 6, 12-15; 12,31; 18,23-27; 26, 28. Mark2,S 7; 3,28; 11.26 113 1/5 INDEX, SIS Ghost. The reason why this sin is not for given is not because of any want of suffi- ciency in the blood of Christ, nor in the pardoning mercy of God, but because such as commit it despise and reject the only remedy, i.e., the power of the Holy Spirit, applying the redemption of the Gospel to the souls of men SIN, FRUITS OP. Those who wilfully per- sist in wrong doing and disregard every chance of salvation will be punished ac- cording to their dues, "For I will punish you according to the fruit of your doings, saith the Lord" * SIN, OF'FER-ING. See Offering. SIN, PUN'ISH-MENT OF. The following are instances of the national punishment of sin: The Sodomites; the Egyptians; the Israelites; and Babylon. Adam and Eve for their disobedience in the Garden of Eden and Cain in taking his brother's life were punished by God SI'NA-I (burning bush?) (1) The peninsula of Sinai is a wedge shaped district between the two arms of the Red Sea. On the south, east, and west, the coast land along the two gulfs is backed by mountains which enclose this plateau known as "the wilderness of wandering." (2i Mount Sinai, from which the law was given to the Is- raelites, is in the southern part of the peninsula of the same name. In the Old Testament the name is used interchange- ably with Mount Horeb O. T. Ps.32,1,2,5; 85,2,3; 99,8; 103,12;130.4, Isa 1,18; 6,7; 43,25,26; 44, 21.22. Jer.31, 34;33,8. Gen.3,7-24. Job 4,8. Ps. 9.15,16. Jer 21,14. Hos 8, 7; 10,13. Ex.29,14. Gen.2,17; 3, 16-19; 4,9- 14; 18,20; 19 13-15,24. Ex, 14,28-30. Lev. 26,14-39 Jer.50. Ex.16,1; 19,1 2-25; 24,16; 34,2-4,29. Lcv.7,38; 25 1; 26,46; 27, 34. Num.3, 1: 9,1-5; 10, 12. Deut.29, 1; 33,2. Judg.5,5. Neh.9,13. Ps.68,8,17. SIN'CER'I-TY (without blemish). It denotes truth and uprightness; an agreement of the heart and tongue. It should character- ize our love for God and Christ, and for one another. It was exemplified by the men of Zebulun; by Hezekiah; by Nathan- ael; by Paul; by Timothy; and by Lois and Eunice. Jesus was a perfect example of sincerity SING'ING. Singing is figuratively used to denote joy; and so the absence of it is ex pressed by the cessation of song SI'NIM. Unknown land which probably re- fers to China SIN'ITE. A tribe of Canaanites near Mount Lebanon probably SIN'LESS-NESS OF CHRIST. The perfect freedom of Christ from sin. The Old Testament prophecies relating to Christ point to His perfect purity. The New Testament bears emphatic testimony to the same fact ST'ON (lofty). (1) One of the names of Mount Hermon. (2) See Zion STPH'MOTH (fruitful places). City of Ju- dah SIP'PAI (bowl). A Philistine giant: also called Saph SI'RAH (retreat). Spring north of Hebron. SIR'I-ON (breast-plate?). A Sidonian name for Mount Hermon SI-SAM'A-I (distinguished). Son of Eleasah SIS'E-RA (battle-array). (1) The commander of the army of Jabin, king of Canaan. (2) A Jew whose descendants returned with Zerubbabel SIS'TER. In Scripture the word has a wide application being applied not only to a full Gen.l7,l;25 5. Deut.18, 13. Josh. 24,14. Judg. 9,16. I.Chr. 12,33. Ps.119 1. Isa.38,3, Neh.12,27, Isa. 16,10; 35 2; 44,23; 51 11; 55,12. Isa.49,12. Gen.10,17. I.Chr.1,15. Isa.9.6,7; 53. Deut.4,48. I.Sam.30,28. II.Sam.21,18 I.Chr.20,4, II.Sam.3.26. Deut.3,9. Ps.29,6. I.Chr.2,40. Judg.4,2-22. Ezra 2,53. Neh.7,55. Gen.24,59, 60; 29 ,13; 30, N. T. Luke 24,27. John 8,11; 20,23. Acts 8 22; 10,36. Eph.4,32. Heb 9,22. Jas.5,15,20. I.John 2,1,2 12. Rom.7,5. I.Cor.6,9,10 11. Gal. 5,19 6,7,8. I.Pet. 4,3. Acts 7.30,38 Gal.4,24,25. John 1,47. I. Cor.5,8. II 1,12; 2, 17; 8,8. Eph 6,24 Phil. 1, 16. II. Tim. 1, 5 Tit. 2, 7. 1. Pet. 2, 2. Rom.15,9. I Cor.14,15. Eph.5,19. Col.3,16. John 4,34; 15,10; 17,4. II.Cor.5,21. Heb.4,15. I.Pet.2,22. Matt.21,5. John 12,15. Matt.12,50; 13,56. Luke 10. INDEX. soc sister, but to a step-sister, or half-sister, and to any female relative. The brothers and sisters of Christ are His cousins. It also denotes one of the same spiritual fam ily. Jerusalem, Samaria, and Sidon are because their inhabitants wickedness called "sisters" were similar in SITH. The word means "since" SIT'NAH (strife). Well dug by Isaac Sl'VAN. Third month of the Hebrew sacred year (June) SKINS. The skins of animals were used for clothing, for a covering for the Taber- nacle, for bottles and other domestic pur- poses. They were also used as coverings for shields SLAVE (servant and bondsman). There were Hebrew and non-Hebrew slaves among the Jews and both were carefully protected under the law; the former became so through poverty, or, in the case of females, being sold by their parents as maid-ser- vants. Those who were not Hebrews were captured in war, or purchased. Slavery was established throughout the world in the time of Christ; but Christianity mod erated the evils of slavery, then, encour- aged emancipation, and the ultimate ex- tinction of the whole institution O. T. 8. Ex.2,4; 6 20; 15,20. Lev. 18.9. H. Sam.13,1,2. Ezek. 16,45, 46,48.49,56; 22,11; 23,4. 11.18. Ezek.35.6. Gen.26,21. Est.8,9. Gen 3,21: 27 16. Ex.25,5; 35,23. Num. 4,8; 31,20. SLEEP. Sleeping is taken for the repose or the body; for the sleep of the soul, which is indolence, or stupidity; or for the sleep of death SLEIGHT. Artifice; fraud; dexterity SLING. An instrument of cords with which stones were thrown with great force. It was used as a weapon of war SLOTH'FUL. Remiss- treacherous; indolent SMITH. A workman in stone, wood, or metal. The first smith mentioned in Scrip- ture is Tubal-Cain. So requisite was the trade of smith in ancient warfare that con- querors removed them from a vanquished nation to more certainly disable it SMYR'NA (myrrh). Celebrated commercial city of Ionia, on the Aegean Sea SNAIL. A crustacean; unclean according to the Levitical law SNARE. A net or trap for catching birds or beasts. It was used symbolically for any- thing that injures SNARES OF DEATH, thing that may kill... A symbol of any SNOW. In the historical books of Scripture snow is twice mentioned as actually fall Ing; but in the poetical books the allusions are so frequent as to make it probable that snow was an ordinary occurrence in Pal- estine SO'CHO (branches). City in the low country of Judah; fortified by Rehoboam; and taken by the Philistines in the reign of Ahaz. Elsewhere called Sochoh, Shochoh, Shoco and Shocho SO'CHOH. See Soeho. Gen 16,6-9; 17,13; 24,35 37,27,28. Ex, 21,1-11.16. Lev.25,640, 44,46,54. Deut.5,15;8 14; 10,19; 15 12 ; 24.7. II. Chr.25,3. Ps.123,2. Isa.52,3. Jer.34,8-17. Gen 2,21. Ps.13,3. Eccl.5,12. Isa.29,10. I.Sam.17,40, 50; 25,29. II. Chr 26,14. Prov.26,8. Prov.12,24. I Sam 13.19. II.K.24,14, 16. Isa.44, 12; 54,16. Jer.244;29, 2. Lev. 11,30. Ps.58,8. Ex.10.7. Ps. 106,36. Amos.3,5. II.Sam.22,6 Ps.18,5. II.Sam.23,20 I Chr.11,22 Job 6,16; 9, 30. Ps.51,7; 68,14. Jer. 18,14. Josh 15,35. l.Sam.17,1. I K 4,10. II. Chr.11,7; 28, 18. I.K.4,10. N. T. 39. John 11, 3; 19,25. Acts 23,16. Rom.16,1. I Cor.7,15; 9, 5. Col.4,10. Il.John 13. Mark 1,6. Heb. 1137, SOCK'ET. A word used to denote the base of the Tabernacle; of a pillar, or of a building Ex.26,19; 38, 10. Job 38,6 Matt.8,9; 24 45-51. 1.Cor. 7,18-20,21,22 23,24. Eph 6.5.9. Col. 3, 22,25; 4,1. I.Tim.6,1,2 Tit.2.9,10. I.Pet.2,18,19 20. Rev.18, 13. Luke 22,46. Rom.13,11. I.Cor.11,30. I.Thes.4,14. Eph.4,14. Matt.25.26. Acts 19,24. II.Tim.4,14. Rev.l 41; 2. 8. Luke 21,35. I.Cor.7,35. I.Tlm.3,7. Matt.28,3. Mark 9,3. Rev.1.14. 114 INDEX. SOR SO'COH. (1) See Socho. (2) A mountainous city of Judah SOD, SUD'DEN. Boiled. SO'DI (a confidant). Father of Gaddiel SOD'OM (burnt). One of the cities in the valley of Siddim which were destroyed on account of the wickedness of their inhabi- tants. Its exact location is not known. Some place it at the southern, others at the northern end of the Dead Sea; also called Sodoma SOD'OM-ITB. The word does not imply an inhabitant of Sodom; but rather one guilty of the crime to which the inhabitants of that city were addicted SOD'O-MA. Greek form of Sodom SOL'O-MON (peaceful). The son of David and Bathsheba, who succeeded his father as king of Israel, and reigned forty years He was noted for his wisdom, and was the chief author of the Book of Proverbs. The principal event in his reign was the build ing of the Temple in Jerusalem. Solomon was also famous for his riches. His char- acter in his early life was noted for its excellence; but in his latter days he was led into idolatry and other sins by his num erous foreign wives and concubines. See photograph, opp. page 270 SOL'O-MON'S PORCH. Colonnade on the east side of the Temple SOL'O-MON'S SONG. See Canticles. SON. This word is used in Scripture to im- ply almost any kind of descent or relation ship. Besides its natural meaning it is used for a grandson; for a remoter descend ant; for a disciple, etc. "Sons of God" are angels and genuine Christians. Jesus is the "son of God" by excellence over all; Adam is called the "son of God" as His creature, made in His image SONG. Songs were used on occasions of thanksgiving and triumph. God is figura- tively called the "song" of His people; His excellencies and favors are the sub- ject matter of it. Job and David were the "songs" of their enemies; i. e., were the objects of their mockery and derision. Im pure songs are called "songs of fools"..., SOOTH'SAYER. One who pretended to foretell future events SOP (fragment). A piece of bread dipped into the sauce. The handing of the "sop" to Judas would indicate that his place at the table must have been near the Lord SOP'A-TER (father saved). Christian at Berea; possibly the same as Sosipater, Paul's kinsman SOPH'E-RETH (scribe), mon whose descendant tivity A servant of Solo- returned from Cap- SOR'CER-Y. One of the arts of the magi- cians by which they pretended to foretell events with the supposed assistance of evil spirits SO'REK, VAL'LEY OP. Valley east of Gaza SOR'ROW. Uneasiness or grief, arising from the privation of some good we actually possessed. Sorrow, indeed, becomes sinful and excessive when it causes us to be in- OT. Josh. 15,35, 48. Gen 25,29. Num.13.10. Gen.13,10, 13; 14,11,12, 17; 18,20,26; 19,24.1sa.l,9 Jer.23,14. Lam. 4,6. Deut.23.17. I K. 14,24; 15 12.I1.K.23.7. II.Sam.5,14; 12,24. 1. K. 1,10,13,21,34 47,51; 2,1,46; 3,1,3,5; 4,22, 29,34; 5,1,13; 6,14; 7,51; 10 1; 11,1,2,5,6, 9,40,43. I. Chr.28,6,11 Prov.lJ.. N. T. INDEX. SPI Matt.10,15. Mark 6,11. Luke 17,29. Rom.9,29. II.Pet.2,6. Jude7. Rev 11,8. Gen. 21,2; 29 5;30, 6; 48,5. Judg.19,22. Ruth 4,13,17 I.Sam.3,6. Job 1,6. Prov. 13,24. Isa.7,4.Dan 5,22. Ex.15,1,2. Num.21,17. Deut.31,19. Judg.5,12. I.Chr.13,8. Job 30,9. Ps.69,12. Isa.30,29. Dan.2,27. Mic.5,12. Ezra 2,55. Neh.7,57. Isa.47,9.12. Judg.16,4. Gen. 3,16,17; 42,38. Ex 15, 14. Lev. 26, 16. Deut.28, 65. Rom.9,29. Matt.1,6,7; 6,29; 12,42. Luke 11,31; 12,27. John 10,23. Acts 301; 5,12; 7 47. John 10.23.' Acts 3,11. Matt 1,21; 22,42. Mark 1,1:14,61; 15,39.Luke 3„38; 16,25. John 1,12,45 I.TIm.1,18. Heb 1,5. I. Pet.5,13. Eph.5,19. Col.3,16. Rev.5,9; 14, 3; 15,3. John 13,26. 27,30. Acts 20,4. Rom.16,21. Acts 8,9,11. Rev.9.21; 18, 23. Matt. 24,8. Mark 13 ,8. Luke 22,45. John 16,16, sensible to public evils; when it diverts us from duty; so oppresses our bodies as to endanger our lives; and makes us inatten- tive to the precepts of God's word, and the advice of our friends. In order to moderate our sorrows, we should consider that we are under the direction of a wise and merciful Being; that- He permits no evil to come upon us without a gracious design; that He can make our troubles sources of spiritual advantage; that He might have afflicted us in a far greater degree; that He has taken some, yet He has left many other comforts; and that the time is coming when He will wipe away all tears, and give to them that love Him a crown of glory that fadeth not away... SO-SIP'A-TER. See Sopater. SOS'THE-NES (of sound strength). (1) Rul- er of the synagogue at Corinth. (2) A Dis- ciple at Rome SO'TA-I (one who turns aside). Servant of Solomon whose descendants returned from exile SOT'TISH. Very ignorant, stupid, foolish. SOUL. The Scriptures evidently distinguish between the spirit and the soul. The word we call soul is used to denote mere ani- mal life — the seat of feeling, appetite, and passion. The spirit is the higher portion of our nature — the seat of intellect, and the loftier affections. But the word "soul" is used in the Bible and in all languages in a wider sense for the internal, spiritual side of the constitution of man, as consist- ing of a mortal body and an immortal soul SOUTH. The country or quarter of the globe which the Semite facing the east supposed to be on his right hand. It is the designa tion of the desert regions lying south of Judea, consisting of the deserts of Shur, Zin, and Paran, the mountainous country of Edom or Idumea, and parts of Arabia I jtrea SOUTH, QUEEN OF THE. See Sheba... SOUTH RA'MOTH. Place bordering on the desert south of Judah SOV'ER-EIGN-TY OF GOD. Term expres- sive of the supreme rulership of God. This is rightly held to be not an attribute of God, but a prerogative based upon the perfection of the living Being O. T. I.Chr.4,9. Neh.2,2Est. 9,22. Job 3,10; 6,10; 17,7; 41,22. Ps 13,2; 38, 17; 39,2; 55, 10; 90,10; 107,39; 116, 3. Prov.10, 10,22; 15,13; 17,21. Eccl. 1,18; 5,17; 7, 3; 11.10. Isa 5,30; 35.10. Jer.8,18. Lam. 1,12. Ezek 23,33. N. T. 20,21,22. Rom.9,2. II. Cor.2,3,7; 7, 10. Phil. 2, 27. I.Tim. 6, lO.Rev.18,7; 21.4. SPAIN. A name anciently applied to the whole peninsula now comprising Spain and Portugal SPAN. A measure of length equal to about nine Inches SPARK (flame). Probably a lamp :.. SPAR'ROWS. Little birds of the sparrow- like species; clean according to the Mosaic law SPEAR. This weapon of warfare was a long wooden staff with a heavy metal point on one end SPHINX. See photographs, opp. pages 75 and 286 SPICES. The word denotes not only fra- grant gums, roots, and barks; but also the odor of flowers, and various perfumes .... SPI'DER. The web of the spider is a figura- tive expression for the hopes of the wicked Ezra2,55. Neh.7,57. Jer.4,22. Gen.l2.5;46 IS. Ex.12,4; 30,15. Lev. 18,29; 20,25. Num. 16,38; 30,9. Josh. 10.28. Ps.72, 13; 97,10.» Prov 11,30. Isa 57,16. Jer.6,16. Ezek. 13,18, 19. Gen.l2,9;13, 1; 28,14. Ex. 26,35. Num. 13.29. Deut. 33,23. Josh. 10,40. Judg. 1,9. I.Sam. 30,1. Dan. 11,5. I.Sam30,27. Acts 20,4. Rom.16,21. Acts 18,17. I.Cor.1,1. Luke 21,19. Acts 2,41; 7, 14; 14,22; 15,24; 27,37. I Thes.2,8. Heb 13,17. Jas.1,21. I. Pet 1,9,22; 2,25:3,20; 4, 19. 1 1. Pet. 2 14. Rev.6,9; 18,13; 20,4. Luke 13,29. Acts 8,26. Rev.21,13. Matt.12.42 Ex.28,16. 1. SamJ.7,4. Job 18,5. Lev.14,4. Ps.84,3; 102, I Sam.13,22: 17,7; 26,7. Job 39,23. Gen.43,11. Cant.4,10, 14,16; 5,13. Job 8,14. Prov.30,28. Rom.15,24, 28. Matt.10. 29 31. Luke 12 6,7. John 19,34. Mark 16,1. Luke 23,56. John 19,40. 115 INDEX. STA SPIKE'NAED. A fragrant plant valuable as a perfume and anointing oil SPIN, SPIN'DLE. Spinning wheels were un- known in Palestine, and the work was done by hand. The threads were drawn from the distaff and twisted into thread by means of the spindle. See photograph, opp. page 72 SPIR'IT (breath, mind, vital principal). The word is used to denote — (,1) The Spirit of God or the Holy Ghost. (2) A familiar spirit. (3; An evil, lying, or unclean spirit-, as a devil. (4) An apparition or ghost. (5) The actuating spirit or power in man., as contrasted with the soul SPIR'IT-U-AL GIFTS. Endowments be- stowed by the Holy Spirit in the primitive church SPIR'IT-TJ-AL'I-TY. The quality of being spiritual, as opposed to material. The spirituality of man refers to the immaterial part of his nature. The things of the Spirit of God (i. e. things relative to Christ, and the method of redemption), are spirit- ually discerned; are known not by philo- sophical reason, but by the assistance of the Holy Ghost SPOIL. Plunder taken in war. It also means to plunder; to recover property taken away by violence; and to make a captive.. SPOIL'ER. A plunderer SPONGE. A porous body. The commercial value of the sponge was known from very early times SPOON. Hollow pan with a handle used as a censer in the Tabernacle and Temple... SPRINK'LING. In the Scriptures instances of sprinkling with blood, water, and oil, are given. Figuratively: The sprinkling of the blood, oil and water of separation, under the law, showed forth God's cleans- ing of sinners. The sprinkling of blood, water, or oil, on the tip of the right ear, thumb, and toe, denoted a prepara- tion to hear holy words, touch holy things, and walk in holy places; and signified the entire purification of man STA'CHTS (ear of grain). Disciple at Rome STAC'TE. Unknown spice used in com- pounding the sacred incense STALL. The word often means "a pair." It is also a stable for cattle where they were often fattened STAM'MER'ER (a stutterer). To mock or deride i STAND'ARD. See Banner STAR. The Hebrews included under the name of stars, the planets, and all other heavenly bodies except the sun and moon. The stars are often mentioned in the Bible, and are frequently referred to figuratively. Christ Is called the "morning star," be- cause the light of the gospel day was in- troduced by Him L STAR IN THE EAST. Concerning the ap- pearance of this star there are two theories: (1) A miraculous star seen only by the wise men and serving as their guide until it led them to the manger in Bethle- hem. (2) A remarkable conjunction of Ju- piter, Saturn, Mars, and a star of extra- ordinary brilliancy, which took place about the time of Christ's birth, and which natur- ally attracted the attention of the Magi with their ideas of astrology and their ex- pectation of the coming of the Messiah... O. T. Cant.1,12; 4 13,14. Ex.35,25. Prov.31.19. Gen.6,3. Num.11,17. Neh. 9,20. Ps.51,11. Prov 1,23. Isa 8,19. Zech 13,2. Mai. 2,15. Hos.9,7. Gen.49,27. Ex 3,22. Num.31,9. Deut.2,35. Judg2,14. Ex.25,29. Num.4,7. I. K.7,50. Ex.9,8.10; 24 8; 29,16,20. 21. Lev.1,5, 11; 8,11,23; 14,7,14,16, 17,27,51; 16, 14,15. Num. 8,7; 19,13,18, 19, 20. Isa. 52,15 Ezek. 36.25 Ex.30,34. I. K. 4,26. II Chr. 9,25. Prov.15,17. Isa.28,ll;32 4. Num. 2,2. Gen. 1.16 ;15 5;37,9. Deut 4,19.Judfr.S 20. Neh.4,21 Job 3, 9. Ps 8,3; 36,9;148 3. Isa.14,13. N. T. Mark 14,3. John 12,3. Matt.6,28. Luke 12,27. Matt3;ll,14 26. Mark 1,8 Luke 1,15. John 1,33. II,Cor.7,l. Eph.4,23. Jas.4,5. Rom.1.11. I Cor.12,1; 14,1. Kom.7,14;15 27.1 Cor. 2, 13,14,15; 3.' 1; 9,11; 14," 37; 15,44,46. Gil.6,1. Eph 1,3; 5, 19. Col.1,9. I.Pet.2,5. Matt.12,29. Mark 3,27. Col.2,8,15. Matt.27,48. Mark 15,36. John 19,29. Heb. 9,13, 19; 10,22; 11, 28; 12,24. I. Pet.1,2. Rom.16,9. Luke 21,25. Acts 7.43;27 20. I. Cor 15 41. Heb. 11 12. Judel3. Rev. 2, 28; 8 10,12;9,1; 12, 1;22,16. Matt.2,2,7,9 10. INDEX. STA'TER. A piece of money. STR STAT'URE. (1) The height of one's body. (2) Suitable age in which to receive the fullness of Christ STEAD'FAST-NESS. That upon which one can depend; firmness; stability STEEL. It is not likely that the ancient He- brews were acquainted with steel, and the words so translated should be rendered "copper" or "brass" O. T. Num. 13,32, I. Sam. 16.7, II. Sam. 21 20. Job 11,15. Ps.78,8. II. Sam. 22 35. Job 20,24, Ps. 18, 34. Jer. 15, 12. STEPH'A-NAS (crown). A Corinthian dis- ciple whose household Paul baptized STE'PHEN (crown). One of the first seven deacons of the Christian church. He was stoned to death and is usually called the first martyr. See photograph, opp. page 763 STEWARD (overseer). One who manages or oversees the affairs of another. Eliezer was a steward of Abraham's house; Chris- tian ministers are God's stewards over His Church; and believers are stewards of His gifts and graces STOCKS. Instruments for securing the feet of prisoners. They were also made to con- fine the arms and neck. The stocks men- tioned in Hosea were idols made of wood. . STO'ICS. A sect of Greek philosophers, among whom contempt of external circum- stances and an absolute self-constraint were considered to be chief virtues STONE. It is found in abundance in Pales- tine. Besides being used for building pur- poses, stones were used as we use knives; as weapons of warfare, being discharged from slings; and for millstones, etc. They were set up as boundary marks and also served as weights. Idols were sometimes made of stone. The word has many figura- tive applications STON'ING. It was the most general way of inflicting capital punishment. Idolaters, blasphemers. Sabbath-breakers, incestuous persons, and stubborn or rebellious children were liable to it STORE' CIT'Y. A city where merchandise was deposited STORE'HOTJSE. A treasury; a place for storing provisions and grain. Joseph built storehouses in Egypt STORK (affection). A bird resembling the crane, though larger. It feeds on insects and frogs; and is classed among the ud clean birds. It is noted for its tenderness to its young STRAIGHT STREET. Street of Damascus on which the house of Judas stood STRAN'GER. The Jews applied this name to any person of foreign birth who was not a Jew, even though that person lived among them. It is also applied to one who is not a priest, or is of a different family. . . STRAW. Wheat and barley straw was used as fodder for stock. Straw was also used in the manufacture of bricks by the Egyp- tians STRAW'ED. Spread, scattered. STREET. Eastern streets were very nar- row, in order to secure shade from the Gen 152 ;43 19. I.K.16,9, I.Chr.28,1. Job 13,27;33, 11. Prov. 7, 22. Jer. 3, 9; 29.26. Hos 4,12. Gen 11,3; 28, 18; 35,14; 49 24. Ex.4,25; 15,5;20, 25; 21.18. Lev 26, 1. Josh 15,6. I.Sam 17,40. Lev.20,2,27; 24,14. Num 15,35; Deut. 13, 10; 17, 5: 22, 21, 24. II Chr. 8, 4 16. 4; 17,12. Gen. 41,56. Deut 28,8, I Chron.27,25 Lev.11,19. Deut.14,18. Ps.104,17. Jer.8,7. Zech.5,9. Ex.12, 19. 43, 48,49; 20, 10; 22, 21. Lev. 17,12. Num. 3,10. II. Chron.2,17. Gen 24,25. Ex.5,7. I K. 4,28. Isa.11,7 Gen 9,2. Judg. 19,15 N. T. Matt. 17,24. Luke 2,52; 19,3 Eph.4, 13. Col.2,5. II. Pet.3,17. I.Cor.1,16; 16,15. Acts 6,5,8; 7,59;8,2;11, 19;22,20. Luke 8,3; 12, 42;16,1,2,8. I.Cor.4,1,2. Tit. 1, 7. I. Pet. 4, 10. Acts 16,24. Acts 17,18. Matt 7,9;21, 44;24,2.Luke 20.17; 24,2. John 1, 42; 2, 6; 8, 7; 11,38,39,41. Acts 1729. Rev,18,21. Luke 20,6. John 8,5; 10, 31. Acts 7. S8;14,5. Heb. 11:37. Luke 12^4. Acts 9.11. Matt.17,25; 25,35,38. Luke 17,18; 24,18; John 10,5. Heb. 13,2. Matt. 21,8. Matt. 62,5; 12,19.Mark 116 1 INDEX. swo hot sun. Mats are often stretched from roof to roof for the same purpose. Streets were not lighted at night so travellers were obliged to carry lanterns. Men used to spread their mats and sit in prominent places in the street, and they often per- formed their devotions there STUM'BLING-BLOCK. An object over which one might trip; a cause of stumbling. Figuratively, that over which the soul stumbles into sin. To put a stumbling- block in another's way is figuratively to furnish a provocation to sin SU'AH. Descendant of Zophah. SUB'URBS. Place where cattle grazed; and in the Levitical cities a place set apart for this purpose. It is also an open space around a building or city SUC'COTH (booths). (1) First encampment of the Israelites on the Egyptian side of the Red Sea. (2) Town in the tribe of Gad, east of the Jordan, where Jacob went after leaving Esau, and where he built a house SUC'COTH-BE'NOTH (booth of daughters). Assyrian idol set up in Samaria SUK'KI-IM. An African race which invaded Judah with Shishak SUN. This center of the planetary system and the great source of light and heat was the object of idolatrous worship from the earliest times. Sun worship existed among all the nations around Palestine, and the Jews themselves burned incense to the sun. The sun being "obscured" figura- tively represented great public calamity. Christ is called the "sun of righteousness." It is also figuratively used of Christ's glory, and of supreme rulers I. Chron. 7, 36. Lev.25.34. Num.35,3,5,7. 35,5. EzeK. 27,28; 45,2; 48,17. Gen.33,17. Ex.12, 37; 13, 20. Num.33, 5. Josh. 13, 27.Judg.8,5. SUN'DAT. See Sabbath. SU'PER'FLU-OUS (to prolong). The having any member too long or too large, and so deformed; more than is wanted SU'PER-SCRIP'TION (written upon). An in scription, such as that placed on the cross, or on a coin SUR (removed), rusalem; also tion" A gate of the Temple at Je- called "gate of the founda- SURE'TY (to braid). Deposit of goods or money to secure a bargain. Christ, as a Mediator, is called a surety SU'SAN-CHITES. Nation planted in Sa- maria by the Assyrians SU-SAN'NA (a lily). A woman who "minis- tered unto" Jesus SCSI (horseman). Father of Gaddi, a Ma- nassite SWAL'LOWS. They still make their nests in the buildings on the site of Solomon's Temple SWAN. One of the unclean fowls SWINE. An unclean animal according to the law; it is despised both by the Jews and Mohammedans, and is rarely found in Pal- estine SWORD. The sword in ancient times was short and two edged, and resembled a dagger. It was carried in a scabbard sus- pended from the belt or girdle O. T. 20. II. Sam. 1,20. I.K20, 34. Neh.8.1, 3,16. Job 29, 7. Eccl.12,4. Ezek. 16,24. Lam.4,14. Lev.19,14. Isa. 57,14. Jer. 6,21. Ezek.3,20; 7,19. Zeph. 1,3. N. T. 6,56. Luke 10,10; 13,26; 14,21.Acts 5,15;9,11;12, 10. Rev.11,8; 21,21; 22,2. Rom.11,9,14, 13. I.Cor.l, 23; 8,9. Rev. 2,14. II.K.17,30. II.Chr.12,3. Gen. 37,9. Ex.16,21. Josh.8,29; 10,12,13. II.K.23,5,11. Job 31,26. Isa.13,10. Jer.31,35. Ezek 8,16. Mal.4,2. Lev. 21,18; 22,23. ILK 11.6. II Chr.23.5. Gen.43,9. Ps.119,122. Prov.20,16. Ezra 4,9,10. Num. 13,11. Ps.84,3 Prov.26,2. Jer. 8,7. Lev.11,18. Lev.11,7. Prov.11,22. Isa 65,4; 66 3,17. Gen .34 ,25. Ex.5,21. Judg. 7, 18 22; 8,10. Matt.S,45;13 6,43;17,2. Mark 1,32. Luke4,40;21 25. Acts 2, 20;26,13. Eph.4,26. Jas.1,11. Rev.l,16;10 1;12,1;21,23. Matt 22,20. Luke,23,38. John 19,19. Heb.7,22. Luke|8,3. Matt.7,6;8, 30,31,32. Mark 5,14. Luke 15,16. Matt.10,34; 26,51. Rom. 8,35, Heb. 4,12. INDEX. TAB N. T. SYC'A-MINE. The common black mulberry tree. It belongs to the same order as the sycamore and the fig SYC'A-MORE. A large tree common in Egypt, and once very abundant in the Jor- dan valley; but not often found now in Palestine. It resembles the fig tree in its fruits, but has an aromatic leaf shaped like that of the mulberry tree. Its wood is exceedingly durable SY'CHAR. See Shechem, No. 1; also photo- graph, opp. page 27 SY-E'NE (opening). A city in the south of Egypt, on the Nile, and bordering on Ethio- pia SYM'PA-THY. It is founded on love, and there is no influence so powerful in awak- ing the affection of the human heart. It is one of the great truths on which charity is based; and like mercy, it is twice blessed, blessing both giver and receiver SYN'A-GOGUE (an assemblage). A meeting of the Jews for prayer and instruction in the law, on the Sabbath, and at other ap- pointed times. Such meetings were prob- ably not held before the Babylonish cap- tivity, and took place at first in the open air, or in private houses. The buildings subsequently erected for these meetings were also called synagogues. The Great Synagogue was a council composed of one hundred and twenty men, who, according to Hebrew tradition, formed the Hebrew Canon and established worship in syna- gogues SYN'TY-CHE (event). Christian woman at Phillippi SYR'A-CUSE. Celebrated city on the south- east coast of the Island of Sicily SYR'I-A (highland). The Greek name for the country which the Hebrews called Aram, or "the region of Tyre." It was inhabi- ted by the Hittites and other Hamitie tribes. Under David and Solomon, Syria was held by the Israelites; but after Solo- mon's time an independent Syrian king- dom was formed at Damascus, which fre- quently carried on war with the kingdom of Israel. After the death of Alexander the Great a new Syrian kingdom was establish- ed under the dynasty of the Seleucidae, to which Judea finally became subject. Syria became a Roman province B. C. 64. Among its principal cities are Damascus, Antioch and Berytus or Beirut SYR'I-A-MA'A-CHAH. Region on the north- west border of Palestine; same as Aram, No. 5, and Maachah, No. 2 SYR'I-AC. The ancient language of Syria.. SYR'I-AN. An inhabitant of Western Syria on the Mediterranean, or Eastern Syria, i. e., Mesopotamia SY'RO-PHOE-NI'CIAN. Native of that part of Syria near Tyre and Sidon T TA'A-NACH (sandy). Royal city of the Ca- naanites in the territory of Issachar, west of the Jordan. It was assigned to Manas- seh and became a Levitical city; also called Tanach , TA'A-NATH-SHI'LOH (approach to Shiloh). A northern boundary of Ephraim TAB'BATH (famous). Place named in con- nection with the flight of the Midianites from Gideon IK. 10,27. I Chr.27,28.II Chr.1,15; 9, 27. Ps.78,47. Isa 9,10. Amos 7,14 Ezek. 29,10; 30,6. Job 2,11,12 13; 6, 14; 22, 29. Ecd. 7,2 Ps. 74, 8, Judg. 10, 6. II. Sam 8,5; 15,8. I. K. 10, 29; 11 ,25. 19, 15; 22, 1. U.K. 5,1; 6 23; 7, 5; 8,13 13, 3, 7, 17, 19; 16, 6. II Chr.18, 10; 24, 23; 28,23 Isa. 7,2,8. Ezek 16, 57 27. 16. Hos. 12, 12. Amos 1,5. Num. 23, 7. II. Sam. 10, 6. I. Chr. 19 6. Dan. 2, 4. Gen. 25, 20, Deut. 26, 5. II K. 5. 20. Josh. 12, 21; 17, 11-18; 21,25.Judg. 1, 27; 5, 19. I. K.4, 12. Josh. 16,6. Judg. 7,22. O. T. Luke 17,6. Luke 19,4. John 4,5. Phil. 2,1,2 Jas.1,27. I. Pet. 3. 8. Matt. 4, 23 6, 2; 12, 9; 13, 54. Mark 1, 23, 29; 5 22. Luke 4, 15,16,20,44; 7,5. John 6. 59; 9, 22; 12, 42; 18, 20. Acts 6, 9,13. 14, 15, 42; 14, 1; 17, 1,17; 18, 4, 7. 8, 17,26. Phil. 4 2 Acts 28, 12. Matt. 4, 24. Luke 2, 2 Acts 15, 23. 41; 18, 18; 21, 3. Gal. 1.21. Mark 7, 26. 117 INDEX. TAB TA'BE-AL (God is good). A Jew whose son the Syrians and Ephraimites sought to make king of Judah instead of Ahaz TA'BE-EL. Persian official in Samaria. TAB'E-RAH (burning). Place in the wilder- ness where the Israelites were punished for murmuring , TA'BER-ING. To beat as upon the tabret. . TAB'ER-NA-CLE. This word meant originally simply a tent, but received later a specific meaning as the name of that tent which Moses constructed under Divine direction for the worship of the Jews. About nine months labor was required to complete the Tabernacle, which, with its furniture, was so constructed that it could be conveniently taken down and set up again. It stood in a court or enclosure and was of an ob- long, rectangular shape. It was divided into two apartments by a veil or richly wrought curtain called the "second veil," because the outside entrance was also cur- tained. The outer apartment was called the "sanctuary," "holy place," and "first tabernacle;" and the inner was the "sec- ond tabernacle," "the most holy place," or the "holiest of all." This Tabernacle was built by the Israelites near the close of their encampment at the foot of Mount Sinai, and was carried with them in their wanderings in the wilderness, in which they were directed by a cloud. The Tab- ernacle was always placed in the middle of the camp surrounded by the tents of the priests and the Levites in appointed order, at some distance from which were the tents of the other tribes, in four large divisions. On the arrival at Canaan the Tabernacle was first placed at Gilgal, then at Shiloh, then at Nob, and, finally, in the reign of David, at Gideon, where it was when the reign of Solomon began. We may distinguish in the Old Testament three sacred tabernacles. The Ante-Sinaitic Tabernacle which was erect- ed in the wilderness before Moses receiv- ed the pattern authorized on Mount Sinai; the second was the most important and was the Tabernacle just described; the third was erected by David in Jerusalem for the reception of the Ark, while the old Taber- nacle remained at Gibeon O. T. Isa. 7, 6. Ezra 4, 7. Num. 11, 3. Deut. 9, 22. Nah. 2, 7. N.T. INDEX. TAM TAB'ER-NA-CLE OF WIT'NESS or TAB'- ER-NA-CLE OP TES'TLMO-NY. These terms may refer to the law deposited in the Tabernacle, testifying to God's holiness; or to the revelations by which God made known His presence, in the Tabernacle . . TAB'ER-NA-CLES, FEAST OF. One of the three great feasts of the Jews. It commem- orated the long tent life of the Israelites in the wilderness, and during its celebra- tion the people lived in booths. The feast was held at Jerusalem and began on the fifteenth day of the seventh month, about the time when the fruits were gathered, and hence it was also called the feast of ingathering , Ex. 25,9; 26, 1,6,7,15, 26; 27,9 19 29, 43; 31, 7 33, 7, 11; 35 18; 36, 8; 3 9 32, 33; 40, 2 17,19,21,33 34,36,38. Lev. 8, 10; 15, 31; 17, 4 26, 11. Num. " 50. 51, 53; 3, 7, 23, 35, 38; 4, 16, 25, 31; 5, 17; 7, 3, 9, 13; 10, 21; 11, 24, 26; 16. 9. 24: 17, 13. Deut 31, 15. Josh 22,19. II. Sam. 6, 17; 7. 6. I. K. 1, 39; 2, 28; 8. 4. I. Chr. 6 48; 9, 19, 23: 16, 39; 17, 5; 21, 29; 23, 26 II. Chr. 1,5, Job 5,24; 18, 6. 14, 15; 19 12; 20, 26; 29, 4;31,31;36, 29. Ps. 15, 1; 19, 4; 27, 5. 6; 61, 4; 76,2; 78, 60, 67; 132, 3. Prov. 14,11. Isa. 4 6; 16, 5; 33, 20. Jer. 10, 20. Lam 2.4. Ezek. 37, 27; 41, 1. Amos 5,26. Ex. 25. 21; 38, 21. Num. 17, 7,8; 18, 2. II. Chr. 24,6; Matt. 17, 4. Mark 9, 5. Luke 9, 33. Acts 7, 43, 46; 15, 16. II. Cor. 5,1. 4. Heb. 8, 2, 5;9,2, 3, 6, 8, 11, 21; 11 9; 13, 10. II. Pet. 1.13 14, Rev. 13, 6, 15,5. TAB'I-THA (antelope). Christian woman of Joppa, who was restored to life by Peter; also called Dorcas. See photograph, opp. page 787 TA'BLE (extended). In ancient times a ta- ble was simply a piece of skin or leather spread on the floor. Later a very low ta- ble was used; and in the time of Christ the Jews had adopted the Persian custom of reclining at meals. The word also means a tablet for writing. Man's heart is figura- tively represented as a writing-table; ready to receive and be afflicted by Divine truths. To "speak lies at one table," is a figure of feigned friendship TA'BLES OF THE LAW. The stone tables on which the ten commandments were writ ten by the finger of God Acts 7, 44 Ex. 23 16 Lev. 23. 34. Num.29, 12, 39. Deut 16 13, 16; 31. 10 II.Chr.8,13. Ezra 3, 4. Neh. 8. 14. 18. Zech. 14, 16. 18. John 7.2. Ex. 25, 23; 26, 35; 30, 27. 31, 8; 32, IS, 16, 19. Num. 3,31. Deut. 10,4,5. Judg. 1, 7. I. Sam. 20,29. I.Chr 28, 16. Ps. 23, 5; 69, 22. Prov. 3,3. Dan. 11, 27 Ex. 24, 12; 31, 18. Deut 3, 9, 15. Acts 9, 36, 39, 40. Matt. 15. 27; 21, 12. Mark 7,28; 11.15. Luke 16, 21; 22, 21, 30. John 2, 15; 12, 2; 13, 28 Acts 6, 2. Rom. 11, 9. I. Cor. 10.21. II. Cor. 3, 3. TA'BLETS. (1) Probably gold drops like beads worn around the neck or arm. (2) Perfume bottles TATSOR. (1) Mountain on the northeast edge of the valley of Esdraelon, on the border between Zebulun and Issachar. Thought by some to be the Mount of Transfigura tion, which most authorities identify with Mount Hermon. (2) Grove of oaks near Benjamin. (3) Levitical city of Zebulun on Mount Tabor. See photograph, opp. page 440 TAB'RET. A musical instrument resem biing the tambourine, consisting of a hoop covered with membrane, and hung around with brass bells or rattles. It was used on festal occasions, both sacred and secu lar O. T. Ex. 35, 22. Num. 31,50, Isa. 3,20. Josh. 19, 22 Judg. 4,6, 12; 8, 18. I. Sam. 10, 3. I. Chr. 6, 77 Ps. 89, 12. Jer. 46, 18. Hos. 5, 1. Gen. 31,27. I.Sam.10,5; 18,6. Job 17, 6. Isa.5,12; 24,8. N.T. TAB'RI-MON (pleasing to Rimmon). Father I.K.15,18. of Benhadad TACH'ES. Fastenings made of gold and of brass, used in connecting the curtains of the Tabernacle TACK'LING. (1) Ropes attached to the masts of a ship. (2) Furniture of a ship . . TAD'MOR (palms). A city in the wilderness, built by Solomon TA'HAN (encampment). (1) Descendant of Ephraim. (2) Son of Telah TA-HAP'A-NES. See Tahpanhes TA'HATH (station). (1) A camping place of the Israelites. (2) A Kohathite Levite. (3) The name of two Ephramites TAH'PAN-HES or TE-HAPH'NE-HES. A city of Lower Egypt where many Jews fled after the capture of Jerusalem TAH'PE-NES (head of the age). A queen of Egypt TAH'RE-A (craft). Son of Micah; also called Tarea TAH'TIM-HOD'SHI, THE LAND OF. Place between Gilead and Dan-Jaan TALE. A carefully counted number TAL'ENT. A weight equal to three thousand shekels. The value of a talent of gold is about $30,000, of a talent of silver, about $1,000 TAL'I-THA CU'MI. These words are from the Syriac and mean "damsel arise." ... TAL'MAI (full of furrows). (1) The last of the three giants, sons of Anak, of Hebron They were driven out by Caleb and killed by the men of Judah. (2) King of Geshur TAL'MON (oppressor). A Temple porter whose family returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel TAL'MUD. A work embodying the civil and canonical law of the Jewish people. It con- tains the rules and institutions by which, in addition to the Old Testament, the con- duct of the nation is regulated TA'MAH (laughter). One of the Nethinim; also called Thamah Ex.26,2,11, 33; 35,11; 36, 13; 39,33. Isa. 33,23. I.K.9,18. II.Chr.8,4. Num 26,35. I.Chr.7,25. Jer.2,16. Num.33,26. I Chr.6,24, 37; 7,20. Jer.2,16; 43, 7; 46,14. Ezek.30,18. I.K.11,19,20. I Chr.8,35,9, 41. II. Sam 24,6. Ex. 5,18. Ex.25,39. II Sam 12,30. I.K.20,39. II.K.5,22. Acts 27,19. Num.13,22. Josh.15,14. Judg.1,10. II.Sam.3,3. I.Chr.3,2. I.Chr.9.17. Ezra 2,42. Neh.7,45. Ezra 2,53. Neh.7,55. Matt.18,24; 25,15 28. Rev.16,21. Mark 5,4. 118 INDEX. TEK TA'MAR (palm tree). (1) The wife of Br, the son of Judah; also called Thamar. (2) A daughter of David. (3) One of the daughters of Absalom. (4) A place on the southeast coast of Palestine TAM'MUZ (sprout of life). A Syrian idol corresponding to the Adonis of the Greeks. TAN-HU-METH (comfort). Father of Serai ah, one of Gedaliah's captains TAN'NER. The trade of Simon of Joppa. . . TA'PHATH (drop). Daughter of Solomon . TAP'PU-AH or BETH-TAP'PTJ-AH (apple tree). (1) A city of Judah. (2) A city of Ephraim. (3) Son of Hebron of the tribe of Judah TA'RAH (station). A desert station of the Israelites between Tahath and Mithcah.... TAR'A-LAH (a reeling). Town of Benjamin. TAR'PEL-ITES, The. A race of colonists transplanted in Samaria TAR'SHISH (subdued). (1) Son of Javan. (2) A celebrated part of the ancient world, thought by some to be Tarsus in Cilicia, and by others to be Tartessus in Southern Spain; also called Tharshish. (3) Son of Bilhan. (4) A Persian prince O. T. Gen. 38,6-24 Ruth 4,12. II.Sam.13, 1-32; 14,27. Ezek. 47,19. Ezek. 8,14. II.K.25,23. Jer.40,8. I.K.4,11. Josh.12 17; 15,34; 16,8; 17,8. I.Chr. 2,43. TAR'STJS. Celebrated city of Cilicia, Asia minor, situated on both sides of the river Cnidus. The birthplace of Paul TAR'TAK (prince of darkness), idol An Assyrian TAR'TAN. Title of an Assyrian general sent to Jerusalem by Sennacherib TAT'NA-I (perhaps, gift), nor in Samaria , A Persian gover TAVERNS, THE THREE, the Appian Way A small place on TAX'ES (to value). Before the time of the kings the taxes of the Hebrews were very light and were applied to the support of the priests and Levites. With the kings came heavier taxes which were levied, for almost every conceivable purpose, until the ten tribes of Israel rebelled against Reho- boam. The foreign conquerors of the He- brews also burdened them heavily with taxes. In the time of Christ the taxes were farmed out which led to great extortion and oppression TEACH'ER. (1) A master; an instructor. (2) A minister of the Gospel. (3) One who by private instruction makes spiritual things known to others TE'BAH (slaughter). Son of Nahor TEB'A-LI'AH (Jehovah purines). Son of Ho- sah TE'BETH. The tenth month of the Hebrew sacred year, and the fourth month of the civil year TE-HIN'NAH (mercy). Son of Eshton TE'KEL (weighed). See Mene Num.33,27, 28. Josh.18,27. Ezra 4.9. Gen.10,4,5. I.K.10,22. I.Chr.7,10. II.Chr.9,21. Est.1,14. Ps 48,7. Jonah 1,3. II.K.17,31. II.KM8,17. Isa.20,1. Ezra 5,3,6; 6,6,13. Gen.41,34. 48; 47,26.Ex. 30,11-16; 38, 26. II. Sam. 20.24. I K4, 7-28: 9,15; 10.25. II. K. 23,35. Neh. 5,3,4; 10,32. Dan.11,20. Amos 5.11; 7,1. N. T. Matt.1,3. Acts 9,43; 10 6,32. Acts 9,11,30; 11,25; 21,39; 22,3. INDEX. TEM I.Chr.25,8. Ps.119,99. Prov.5,13. Isa.30,20; 43 27. Gen.22,24. I.Chr.26,11. Est.2,16. Ezek.29,1. I.Chr.4,12. Dan.5,25. Acts 28,15. Matt.5,46; 9, 11; 11,19; 17, 24-27; 18,17; 21,31. Mark 2,14. Luke 2, 1,3,5; 3,13; 5, 27; 18,11. Acts 13 1. Eph.4.11; I.Tim,l,7. Tit.2,3. TE-KO'AH or TE-KO'A (pitching of tents). A city of Judah about five miles south of Bethlehem. It was the birthplace and resi- dence of Amos, the prophet TEL-A'BIB (corn-hill). City of Babylonia TE'LAH (breach). Son of Rephah TEL'A-IM (young lambs). Place where Saul collected his forces to attack the Amale- kites TE-LAS'SAR. Region whose inhabitants were destroyed by Assyrian kings; also called Thelasar TE'LEM (oppression). (1) A city of Judah. (2) A porter of the Temple TEL-HAR'SA or TEL'HAR'E-SHA (mound of workmanship). A town in Babylonia TEL'ME'LAH (hill of salt). A place in Baby- lonia, probably near the Persian Gulf TE'MA (south desert). (1) One of the sons of Ishmael. (2) A tribe in Northern Arabia descended from Tema, son of Ishmael. The name of Tema is also applied to the coun- try occupied by that tribe TE'MAN (the right, or south). (1) Son of Eliphaz, son of Esau; the first duke of the Edomites. (2) A city, region, and people, on the east of Idumaea; the people, de- scended from Teman, son of Eliphaz, were also called Temani and Temanites TEM'E-NI (fortunate). Son of Ashur TEM'PER. To mix TEM'PER-ANCE. Moderation, especially in drink. This is a duty we owe not only to ourselves, but to all with whom we come in contact. Intemperance poisons domes- tic felicity; men who when sober are af- fectionate and pleasant, become when ine- briated entirely transformed. The human body under the influence of intemperance is like that of a disarranged and broken instrument. The purpose of its creation is defeated, and it becomes the seat of num- berless diseases, aches and pains, sorrows and woes, for which God has not intended it O. T. II. Sam. 14,2 I.Chr.2,24. IIChr.11,6. Jer.6,1. Ezek. 3J.S. I.Chr.7,25. I.Sam.15,4. II.K.19,12. Isa.37,12. Josh.15,24. Ezra 10,24. Ezra 2,29. Neh.7,61. Ezra 2,59. Neh.7,61. Gen.25,15. I Chr.1,30. Job 6,19. Isa.21,14. Jer.25,23. Gen.36,11,15 42. Jer.49,7 20. Ezek. 25, 13. Amos 1, 12. Obad.9. I.Chr.4,6. Ex. 29,2. Lev.10,9. Prov.20,1; 23,31; 25.16. Ezek.44,21. Dan.1,8,12- 16. Amos 2, 12. N. T. TEM'PLE. The Temple stood on Mount Moriah, Jerusalem, and resembled in its general form the Tabernacle. There were three successive temples built respectively by Solomon, Zerubbabel, and Herod the Great. The last mentioned was the Tern pie of the time of Christ. (1) Solomon's Temple — The design, plan, and location, of this building, were furnished by David un- der Divine direction. He collected an im- mense amount of gold, silver, and brass for its erection, besides great quantities of iron, stone, timber, etc., although he was forbidden by God from beginning the work. The building was commenced by Solomon in the fourth year of his reign. Its parts were all prepared at a distance, and when brought together the Temple was built, nor was the sound of "hammer nor axe, nor any tool of iron, heard in the house while it was building." The front of the Temple was toward the east, and the di- mensions of the Temple proper, exactly double those of the Tabernacle, after the fashion of which it was made. The bra- zen laver, which in the Tabernacle was a simple urn, was represented in the Tem- ple by a great basin resting on twelve brazen bulls. The Holy of Holies was a small square, dark chamber. There the Ark stood on a rough protuberance of the natural rock on which the Temple was built. On each side stood a golden cherub, and the wings of these figures met above the Ark. The connection between this I.Sam.l,9.II Sam. 22,7. I K.6,17. U.K. 11,10. I.Chr. 6,10; 10,10. II Chr.4,7; 35,20; 36,7. Ezra 4,1; 5, 14,15; 6,5. Neh.6,10,11, Ps.18,6; 27, 4; 29,9; 48 9; 68,29. Isa.6, 1; 44,28; 66,6 Jer.50,28; 51 ll.Ezek.41,1 Dan.5,2,3. Amos 8,3. Zech.8,9. Mal.3,1. Acts 24,25. Rom.13,14. I.Cor.9,25, 27. Gal 5,23 Phil.4,5. I. ThessS,6,7,8 I Tim.3.3,8. Tit.1,8; 2,2. li.Pet.1,5,6. Matt.4.5; 12, 5,6; 21 12,14,15; 23, 16.35; 24,1; 26,55,61; 27. 40,51. Mark 11.15 16; 14, 49,58;15,29. 38. Luke 1,21 22; 2,27,37, 46; 4.9; 18. 10; 19,45; 21 5; 23,45; 24, 53. John 2, 15,19.20. Acts 2,46; 3 1,2.3; 5.25; 21,26 28; 22, 17; 24,12.18; 25.8; 26,21. I.Cor 3.16, 17; 6,19; 8, 10; 9,13. II. Cor.6,16. II.Thess.2,4 Rev.3 12; 7, 15; 11,1,19; 14,15; 15,5,6, 8; 16,1,17; 21,22. 119 INDEX. TER chamber and the sanctuary was through folding doors of olive wood hung with cost- ly embroidered linen fabrics. The Tem- ple was completed B. C. 1005. It was de- stroyed by Nebuchadnezzar after having stood more than four hundred years. (2) Zerubbabel's Temple — The work of rebuild- ing the Temple was superintended by Zer- ubbabel and Joshua, but was not finished until twenty years later. It was one-third larger than Solomon's Temple, but not so magnificent, and, besides, it had no Ark of the Covenant, and no sacred fire. The prin- cipal difference between this and the old building was the arrangement of the court of worshipers which .was divided into two parts, an outer court for the Gentiles and an Inner court for Israel; and the fortress tower at the northwep* corner, which was the residence of the Persian, and afterward of the Roman governor. This Temple was the scene of more glorious illustrations of the Divine attributes than were ever seen in Solomon's Temple, and it stood for near- ly five hundred years when it was rebuilt by Herod the Great. (3) Herod's Temple— This is the Temple in which Christ and the Apostles worshiped, and whose destruction was predicted by our Lord. It was not strictly a new building, but rather the sec- ond Temple completely repaired. The work was done by Herod the Great to secure the favor of the Jews and to make a great name for himself. The main building was completed in one year and a half; but it was many years before the whole work was ended under Herod Agrippa II. Solomon's porch was on the east side. The Temple was two stories high and was destroyed by Titus in literal fulfillment of the prophecy of Christ TEM'PLES. See photographs, opp, pages 535 and 585 TEMPT, TEMP'TA-TION. These words or- dinarily imply enticement to sin. They also denote a trial of a proving. Thus "tempta- tion" in the Lord's prayer means a trial of our moral nature; for God, being holy, does not tempt men to sin. Men are said to tempt the Lord, when they unreasonably require proofs of the Divine presence, power, or goodness TEMP-TA'TION OF CHRIST. According to Scripture Christ was tempted by the Devil in the wilderness, which is thought to be the desolate and mountainous region now called Quarantania by the people of Pales tine, or the desert of Arabia O. T. Gen. 22, 1. Ex. 17. 2, 7. Num. 14, 22 Deut.4, 34; 6, 16; 7, 19. Ps.78,18;95 8, 9; 106, 14. Isa. 7. 12. Mai. 3, 15. N. T. TEN. It is often used for an indefinite num- Gen. 31, 7. ber Lev. 26, 26. TEN COM-MAND'MENTS. ments; Decalogue See Command- TENTS. Tents were among the earliest dwellings of man, and were used by the Hebrews until they entered the Promised Land. The ease with which they could be carried from one place to another especially adapted them to the needs of the people of the East, who had to move frequently to find fresh pasturage for their flocks. Tent- making was the trade of Paul by which he supported himself while preaching the Gospel Ex.20,3-17. Gen 4, 20; 9 27. Num. 1, 52; 9,17; 13, 19; 16,26. Judg. 6,5; 8 11 I.Sam. 17,53. II. Sam. 11, 11. II. K. 7. 7. I.Chr.4. 41 5, 10. Cant 5. TENTH DEAL, as the measure of grain and mea The tenth of an ephah, used TE'RAH (station). Father of Abraham, who started with his family to the land which God should show him; but he tarried at Haran where he died. Also called Thara. .. TER'A-PHIM. Small images resembling the human figure, and regarded as household gods TE'RESH (severe). Eunuch in the time of Mordecal who plotted against Ahasuerus.. Matt. 4, 7; 6, 13; 22,18; 26. 41, Luke 4, 13;8,13: 22,28 Arts 5,9; 15. 10; 20, 19. Gal. 6,1- Heb.2,18. Jas.l, 2, 13. Matt. 4,1-11 Markl, 12, 13. Luke 4, 1-12. Matt. 25, 28. Rev. 2, 10. Acts 18, 3. Ex.29.40. Lev. 14, 10. Gen. 11, 24, 26, 27, 31 . losh. 24, 2. I.Chr. 1,26. Judg. 17, 5; 18,14,17,18 20. Hos. 3, 4 Esth. 2, 21- 23; 6, 2. INDEX. THE Luke 3. 34. TER'RI-BLE-NESS, TER'ROR. The terms denote whatever by horrible aspect, or by cruelty, power, or greatness, affrights men. The "terror of God" is either His awful ap- pearances, and judgments, or the fearful and majestic appearance of Christ to judge the world TER'TT-US (third). Paul's amanuensis in writing the Book of Romans TER-TUL'LUS (diminutive of Tertius). The accuser of Paul before Felix TES'TA-MENT (a disposal). It means a "will" or "covenant." The Old Covenant and the New Covenant would be more ac- curate designations of the two parts of the Bible than the Old Testament and New Testament O. T. Gen. 35, 5. Lev. 26, 16. Deut. 1, 19; 26, 8; 32, 25. I.Chr. 17,21. Jer. 49, 16. Zeph. 2, 11. TES'TI-MO-NY. A solemn affirmation made for the purpose of establishing or proving a fact. The word is also used to denote the whole revelation of God's Will, as the two tables of stone on which the law was written, the Ark of the Covenant in which those stones were deposited, and the Gos- pel TE'TRARCH. A ruler of the fourth part of a kingdom; in Scripture applied to one gov- erning a Roman province, their authority being similar to that of the king THAD'DAE'US. Surname of the Apostle Jude who was also called Lebbaeus Ex. 16. 34; 25,16; 27, 21: 31, 18; 32, 15: 38. 21. Num! 1.50;9.15; 10 11. Ruth 4, 7. U.K. 11, 12. Ps. 78, 5: 81, 5. THA'HASH (badger). Son of Nahor by Reu- mah THA'MAH. See Tamah THA'MAR. See Tamar, No. 1 THANK OF'FER-ING or PEACE ING. See Offering OF'FER- THANKS'GIV'ING. A hearty acknowledge- ment of favors spiritual, temporal, or eter- nal, bestowed on ourselves or others. Thank-offerings and psalms of praise are called thanksgiving THAR'SHISH. shish Less correct form of Tar- THE'A-TER. A place for games and dra- matic productions, and, among the Greeks, a place for holding assemblies THE'BEZ (brightness.) A town of Ephraim eleven miles northeast of Shechem THEFT. Under the Mosaic law this crime was severely punished. Restitution was to be made and if the thief could not re- store what was demanded he was sold into temporary bondage. If the thief was taken before a magistrate, and, after being ques- tioned, denied the charge, he was con- demned to death, not for theft, but for per- jury. To steal a freeman, or a Hebrew, and to reduce them to servitude, was pun- ished with death. If a stranger were sto len, the thief was only condemned to resti tution THE-LA'SAR. See Telassar THE-OC'RA-CT (rule of God). Josephus coined the word "theocracy" to describe the government instituted at Mount Sinai. Jehovah was the head of the nation dwell- ing in the midst of the cherubim. In Him all the powers of the state, legislative, sx- ecutive, and judicial, were united. He ex- ercised his legislative function through Moses and the prophets N. T. Rom. 13,3. II.Cor.5,11 Heb. 12. 21. I.Pet.3.14, Rom. 16, 22 Acts 24 J., 2 Matt. 26, 28. Luke 22.20; ILCor. 3, 6, 14. Heb. 7, 22; 9, 15, 16 Rev. 11, 19. Mark 6, 11. Luke 21, 13. John 3, 32. Acts 13. 22; 14, 3; 22, 18 I.Cor.1,6. II.Cor.1,12 II. Thess. 1 10. II. Tim. 1,8. Matt. 14,1,9 Luke 3, 1. Matt. 10, 3. Mark 3, 18. Gen. 22, 24. Ezra 2, 53. Lev. 19, 5; 23, 19. Lev. 7, 12. Neh. 11, 17. Ps. 26, 7; 50 14; 69, 30. Isa. 51, 3. I. Chr. 7, 10. Matt. 1, 3. II. Cor. 4, 15 9,12. Phil. 4 6. Col.2,7; 4 2. I.Tim.4,3 Judg. 9, 50. II. Sam 11, 21. Ex.20,l3;21 16; 22, 1-4, 10-15. Lev. 6, 2-7; 19,11, 13. Deut. 5. 19. Ps.50,18: 62,10; 119,61 Prov. 6, 30, 31; 21, 7. Jer. 2,26;7,9. U.K. 19, 12. Ex.18,19; 19. 4-9; 25, 22. Deut. 18,15- 19. Acts 19, 29, 31. Matt. 15, 19' 21,13; 27. 38: 44. Mark 7 22; 11,17; 15,27. Luke 19, 45. 46. John 10,1. Rom. 2, 21. I. Cor. 6, 8, 10. Eph.4, 28. Tit. 2,10, I. Pet. 4,15. 120 INDEX. TIB O. T. THE-OPH'I-LUS (friend of God). Christian to whom Luke addressed the books of Luke and Acts THES'SA-LO'NI-AN. An inhabitant of Thes salonica THES'SA-LO'NI-ANS, E-PIS'TLES TO THE The First Epistle was written by Paul from Corinth, principally for the purpose of cor recting certain mistakes which prevailed in Thessalonica with respect to what the Apos tie had taught there concerning the sec- ond advent. As this epistle did not suc- ceed in setting the matter right immediate- ly, it was soon followed by the Second Epistle, from the same place. These two Epistles are the earliest among the Pauline writings and form the oldest portion of the New Testament Canon THES'SA-LO-NI'CA. Important city of Ma cedonia, the seat of a large colony of Jews. It was visited by Paul who founded a church there THEU'DAS (God-given). A Jewish insurgent THIEF. The penitent thief who was cruel fled with Christ is thought by some au- thorities to have been an insurgent, and not a thief who robbed for profit THIGH. To smite "hip and thigh" was a figurative expression of cruel slaughter Smiting on the thigh denoted penitence Putting the hand under the thigh proba- bly denoted obedience or subjection. The two "brazen thighs" of Nebuchadnezzar's visionary image denoted the two powerful kingdoms of Egypt and Syria THIM'NA-THAH. City of Dan THOM'AS (twin). One of the twelve Apos ties, who was also called Didymus. Little is known of his history. He would not be- lieve in the resurrection of Christ until he had postive evidence; but he was faithful to the Lord, and suffered martyrdom.... THORNS and THIS'TLES. These plants were abundant in Palestine and proved very troublesome to the husbandman Thorns were much used for fuel and made durable hedges. Desolation is figuratively expressed by an "overgrowth of thorns " Troubles are called "thorns." THRASHING or THRESH'ING. Threshing in the East was performed by means of of the flail, by oxen who trod out the grain and by a threshing machine or sledge. The latter was a wooden frame on rollers. It was drawn by oxen, the rollers passing over the grain and crushing it. A threshing floor was an open space which had been leveled and beaten down hard. See photO' graph, opp. page 792 THREE. It. was regarded by the Jews and other nations as a specially complete and mystic number THRONE. The seat of the king on state oc casions; Solomon's throne was noted for its magnificence. A throne became the emblem of regal power THUN'DER (a peal). It is poetically repre sented as the voice of Jehovah. It was also regarded as a symbol of Divine power. , . THY'A-TI'RA. City of Lydia, noted for its purple-dyeing industry. The seat of one of the seven churches of Asia THY'INE WOOD (fragrant wood). The highly prized wood of a small tree of Northern Africa, resembling our cedar TPBER. See photograph, opp. page 823 Gen. 24,2; 32 25,31. Num. S,21. Ps. 5, 3. Cant.3,8. Jer,3119. Ezek.21,12. Dan ,2, 32. Josh .19,43. Josh.23.13. 1 1. Sam. 23,6 Ps .118,12. Isa.55,13, Ezek.28.24. Hos.10,8. Mic.7,4. Gen .50,10. Lev.26.5. Judg.6,11. I I.Sam .6,6; 24,22. II. K. 13,7. I.Chr 21,20,23. Isa.21,10; 28 28; 41,15. Dan, 2,35. Joel 2,24. Ex.25,32,33; 27,1,14. Lev, 14,10. Gen.41,40. Deut.17,18. I.K.10,19. Jer.17,12, I.Sam.2,10. Job 37. 2, Isa.29,6; 30, 30, 31. N. T. Luke 1,3. Acts 1, 1. Acts 20, 4. I.Thess.1,1 Acts 17,1. 11; 27,2. Phll.4,16. II.Tlm.4,10. Acts 5,36, Luke 23,39- 43. Rev,19,16. Matt.10 3. Mark 3,18. Luke 6.15. John 11,16; 20,24,26,27; 21.2, Acts 1,13. Matt.7,16;13 7.22; 27.29 Mark 4,7,18; 15,17. Luke 6,44; 8,7,14, John 19,2. Matt.3,12, Luke 3,17, Matt 13 33; 17,4. Rev. 8 13; 16,13, Matt.5,34; 19,28. Luke 1.32. Heb. 4 16,8,1. Mark 3,17. John 12,29. Rev.4,5; 6,1: 14,2. Acts 16.14, Rev .1,11; 2, 18,24. Rev.18,12. INDEX. TIM O. T. TI'BE'RI-AS. ,(1) Small town on the Sea of Galilee. See photograph, opp. page 715. (2) A name given to the Sea of Galilee. . . TI-BE'RI-US (Tiberius Claudius Nero). Third emperor of Rome TIB'HATH (extensive). City of Hadadezer, (Hadarezer) king of Zobah; also called Betah TIB'NI (intelligent). A man chosen by half of Israel to be king, after Zimri's death. . TI'DAL (veneration). A "king of nations;' ally of Chedorlaomer in invading Pales tine , TIG'LATH-PI-LE'SER (my strength is the god Ninib). Assyrian king who invaded Galilee and carried away many captives to Assyria; also called Tilgath-pilneser; . . . . Tl'GRIS. One of the rivers of Paradise, men tioned under the name of Hiddekel .-,, TIK'VAH (hope). (1) Father of Shallum, the husband of Huldah! also called Tikvath. (2) Father of Jahaziah TILE. Thin piece of baked clay used for covering houses; also as a tablet for writ ing TIL'GATH-PIL-NE'SER. See Tiglath-pileser TJ/LON (gift; suspension). Son of Shimon. tT-MAE'US (honored). Father of Bar-timaeus tTm'BREL. The same as Tabret. See Tabret TIME, DI-VI'SION OF. See Day; Hour; Month; Watches of the Night; Year .... TIMES, OB-SERV'ER OF. See Observer of Times TIM'NA (restraint). (1) Concubine of Eliphaz son of Esau. (2) Daughter of Seir. (3) Sou of Eliphaz TIM'NAH (portion). (1) A duke of Edom. (2) A city of Judah. (3) A city in the moun tains of Judah TIM'NATH (portion). (1) A city given by some authorities as identical with Tiinnah, No. 2. (2) Home of Samson's wife. Thought by some to be identical with the preced ing TIM'NATH-HE'RES. See Timnath-serah. TIM'NATH-SE'RAH (remaining portion). Mountainous city of Judah where Joshua lived and was buried TI'MON (honoring). One of the seven disci- ples ordained as deacons by the Apostles . . TLMO'THE-US (honoring God.) Greek form of Timothy TIM'O-THY (honoring God). A favorite dis- ciple of Paul, born either at Derbe or at Lystra, both in Lycaonia, Asia Minor. His father was a Greek and a heathen; but both his mother and his grandmother were Jewesses, and by them he was instructed in the Old Testament Scriptures. He was converted by Paul and afterward became his companion. While still a young man he took charge of the church at Ephesus. Tradition makes him bishop of Ephesus. He was generally called Timotheus II Sam 8,8, I.Chr.18,8. I.K.16,21.22 Gen.14,1,9. II.K.1S 29: 16,7. 1.Chr. 5,6,26. II. Chr,28,20. Gen .2 14. Dan. 10,4. II.K.22 14, II.Chr.'34 22 Ezra 10,15, Ezek.4,1, I.Chr.5,6. I.Chr.4,20. Ex 15.20, Job 21, 12. Deut,18.10, Lev, 19,26. Gen.36.12,22 I.Chr.1,36, 39, Gen, 36 40. Josh 15,10, 57. Gen.38.12-14 Judg. 14,1. 2 5; 15,6. Judg.2,9, Josh .19,50; 24,30. Judg, 2,9. N. T. John 6,1,23, 21,1. Matt.22,17. Luke 3,1, Luke 5,19, Mark 10,46, Acts 6,5. Acts 16,1. Rom. 16,21. Acts 16,1; 17 14; 19,22; 20, 4. Roml6,21, I,Cor.4,17; 16,10. II. Cor.1,1,19. Phil.2,19. l.Thess.3,2, I.Tim.1.2. II.Tim.1.2. Heb.13,23. 121 INDEX. TOB TIM'O-THY, E-PIS'TLES TO. The First Epistle was written by Paul between the first and second Roman captivity. It con- tained instructions concerning pastoral care and church government. The Second Epis- tle was the last letter by Paul written when he was expecting martyrdom, and contain- ed his dying counsel to his spiritual son... TIPH'SAH (fording place). A large opulent city on the River Euphrates . and TI'RAS (desire). Son of Japheth TPRATH-TtES. One of the three families of Scribes residing at Jabez TIRE. An ornamental headdress tTr'HA-KAH (exalted). A king of Ethiopia. tTr'HA-NAH (favor). Son of Caleb TIR'I-A (fear). Son of Jehaleleel TIR'SHA-THA, THE (lord of the province). Title of the governors of Judea appointed by the king of Persia TIR'ZAH (delight). (1) The last of the five daughters of Zelophehad. (2) Ancient Ca- naanitish city taken by Joshua. It was the capital of the Northern kingdom of Israel from the time of Jeroboam till the reign of Omri TISH'BITE. Gentile name of Elijah deriv- ed from a town called Tishbi, in Naphtali. . tIS'rT, TISH'RT See Ethanim TITHES. The word means tenths, and re- fers to a form of taxation, which under the Levitical law required the Hebrews to render a certain portion (one-tenth) of the produce of the earth, herds, etc., to the service of God. This one-tenth went to the Levites who had no part in the soil and were dependent on their brethren for means of subsistence. The Levites in turn gave one-tenth | of what they received to the priests TI'TLE. Inscription of a crime for which men were punished publicly displayed, as on the cross of those crucified TIT'TLE. A very small particle; it refers to the fine stroke which often distinguishes one Hebrew letter from another I TI'TTJS. He was of Gentile descent, and was converted under the preaching of Paul. He then became the companion of the Apostle, and had charge of the church in Crete when Paul wrote his epistle to him TI'TTJS, E-PIS'TLE TO. One of the epistles of Paul probably written from Asia Minor in A. D. 64. This and the two epistles to Timothy are called "Pastoral Epistles" on account of their contents — instructions con- cerning pastoral care and church govern- ment TO'AH (inclined). A Kohatbite Levite, an ancestor of Samuel; also called Tohu and Nahath TOB (good). The district beyond the Jordan to which Jephthah fled; also called Ish-tob. TOB-AD-O-NPJAH (good as Adonijah). A Levite instructor of the law O. T. N. T. INDEX. TOW I.K.4,24. II. K.1S,16. Gen. 10, 2. I.Chr. 2, 55 Ezek. 24, 17 U.K. 19, 9. I.Chr. 2, 48 I.Chr. 4, 16 Ezra 2, 63. Neh. 7,65,70 8.9, Num. 26. 33 27, 1; 36, 11 Josh. 12.24. I. K 14.17; 15, 21; 16 8 II. K, 15, 16. I. K. 17, 1,2: 21,17. U.K. 1,3. I. K. 8, 2. Gen. 14, 20. Lev. 27. 30, 31, 32. Num. 18. 24, 26,28. Deut, 12, 6, 11, 17; 14.23, 28; 26, 12.II,Chr.31, 5, 6,12. Neh. 10,37, 38; 12, 44; 13, 5, Amos 4, 4. I. Sam. 1 1 I.Chr. 6, 26, 34, Judp. 11.3.5, II,Sam,10,6 8. II.Chr.17,8, Matt. 23, 23. Luke 11, 42; 18,12, Heb. 7, 5, 6, 8, 9. John 19, 19, 20 Matt. 5. 18. Luke 16,17, Il.Cor.2 13: 7, 6, 13, 14; ,6,16,23. Gal. 2, 1,3. HTim4, 10. TO-BI'AH (goodness of Jehovah). (1) A per- son whose posterity were unable to show their descent. (2) An Ammonite who was a leader in the opposition to Nehemiah.. TO-BI'JAH. (1) A Levite Instructor of the law. (2) A chief Jew whose descendants returned from Babylon TO'CHEN (task, measure). A town of SI meon, probably the same as Telaim and Telem, No. 1 TO-GAR'MAH. Descendants of Gomer, the son of Japheth, supposed to have settled iu the northern part of Armenia TO'HU (lowly), called Toah Ancestor of Samuel; also TOM (wandering.) King of Hamath in the time of David; also called Tou TOMCEN. A sign. The blood upon the doors of the Israelites in Egypt was a token that God would spare them. Circumcision was a token of a covenant; also the Sabbath. Token was the prophetic sign of the ful- fillment or truth of a prophecy TOMjA (a worm). (1) Firstborn son of Issa char. (2) Judge of Israel after Abimelech. TOMjAD (birth). Town of Simeon; sometimes given as El-tolad TOMB. See Burial; Sepulchre. Also photo graphs of Absalom's Tomb, opp. page 251; tomb of the Caliphs, opp. page 54; Tomb of David, opp. page 323; Hiram's Tomb, opp. page 263; Tomb of Joseph, opp. page 53; Tomb of the Kings, opp. page 260; Tomb of Lazarus, opp. page 748; Tomb of Machpe- lah, opp. page 41; Tomb of the Mamelukes, opp. page 117, and Tomb of Rachel, opp. page 29. TONGS. Pinchers for snuffing a lamp or holding coals TONGUES. Besides its literal meaning, the word means languages, especially those for eign to, or unknown by, the speaker TONGUES, GIFT OF. See Gift TOM^AZ. A precious stone in the high-priest's breastplate, regarded by many to be the modern chrysolite TOM>HEL (lime). Station of the Israelites in the wilderness of Sinai TOM^HET (spittle). A place in the valley of Hinnom where human sacrifices were offer- ed to Molech (Moloch). Also called Topheth TOR-TOIS. Unclean under the Mosaic law. TOW. The coarse and broken part of flax. . TOWEL. Linen cloth or apron which ser- vants put on when about to work TOWMSR. A high building erected in vine- yards, which served as a shelter and refuge for the watchmen and afforded an exteu sive view of the surrounding country. Shepherds erected towers for similar pur- poses. Towers were also built on forts, and near the gates of cities, for refuge and defense in time of war TOWER OF BA'BEL. See Babel, Tower of. Gen.ll 9 O.T. Ezra 2, 60. Neh. 2,10,19 4,7; 6,1, 12. 19; 13, 4,8. II Chr.17,8 Zech.6,10,14 Josh.15,24. I.Chr.4,32, Gen.10.3. I. Chr.1,6, Ezek 27,14. I.Sam.1,1. I.Chr.6,34. II.Sam.8 9, 10. I.Chr.18 9. Gen.912;17 11. Ex.3,12; 12,13; 13 16. Num 17.10. Josh.2.12. Ps.86,17;135 9. Gen.4613, Judg.10,12 Josh, 15,30. I.Chr.4,29. N. T. Ex,25,38. lsa.6,6. Gen. 10.20. Ps,31,20; 50 19, Isa.66,18 Ex.28.17. Job 28 19. Ezek.28,13, Deut.1,1. II.K.23.10. Isa.30.33. Jer 7,31; 19, 11,12. Lev.11,29. Judg,16,< Isa.1,31, Gen.11,4. Judg,9.Sl, II.Chr.26.10 Ps.61,3. Isa, 5,2.Jer,6,27, Mic.4.8. Hab, 2,1. Mark 14.44. Phil. 1,28, II.Thess.l, 5; 3,17. Mark 16,17, Acts 2.3 4. 11; 10,46; 19, 6. Acts 2, 26. Rev.21,20. John 13,4,5. Matt.21 ,33. Mark 12,1. Luke 13,4; 14,28. 122 INDEX. TRI TOWER OF DA'VID. page 239 See photograph, opp. TOWER OP E'DAR. A tower about a mile from Bethlehem erected for the use of shepherds; also called "tower of the flock." TOWER OF SHE'CHEM. A strong citadel overlooking the town of Shechem TOWER OF SI-LO'AM. the pool of Siloam . . High structure near TOWN. Any assemblage of inhabited human dwellings of a larger size than a hamlet or village O. T. Cant. 4,4. Gen.35,21, Il.Chr, 26,10 Mic, 4,8. Judg.9,46,49 Josh.215. I, Sam .16,4, Hab,2,12. N. T. INDEX. TYC TOWN CLERK. A keeper of the public rec- ords, who presided over public gathering, and performed the duties of the chief mag- istrate when he was away TRACH'O-NI'TIS (rough). A Roman province northeast of tne river Jordan TRADE. (1) Occupation. See under name of each trade. (2) Commerce. See commerce. TRA-DI'TIONS. Certain rules which the Jews claimed were given by God to Moses, and which, though not contained in the written law, were handed down by word of mouth from generation to generation TRAIN. A retinue of men and servants TRANCE. A state in which the soul seems to have passed out of the body into an- other state of being Luke 13,4. Matt.10,11. Mark 8,26, John 7,42, Acts 19,35, Luke 3,1. Gen.46,32,34 Matt.25,16. Rev.18,17. Matt.15,2,3 6. Mark 7,3 Gal.U4.lI. Thess215. I.Pet.1,18, TRANS-FIG-U-RA'TION, THE. The super- natural manifestation of the Saviour's in- herent glory in which His divinity and mission were most solemnly attested. It probably took place on Mount Hermon . . . TRANS-FORMED. Used of the change of the moral character for the better, through the renewal of the innermost mental nature. TRANS-LATED. To remove from one per- son, place, or state, to another TRAP. Used figuratively of danger or sin . . TRAV'EL-ING IN PAL'ES-TINE. See pho- tograph, opp. page 691 TREAS'URE CIT'IES AND HOTJS'ES. Forti fied cities and well guarded houses ir which the king stored his treasures TREAS'UR-ER. courts , Important officer in Eastern TREAS'UR-Y. The place in the Temple where gifts were received TREE. The tree of knowledge and of life was planted by God in the Garden of Eden. It seems to have been thought that man would secure immortality by eating of this tree. The Canaanites worshiped groves and trees TRESSPASS OP'FER'ING. See Offering ... TRIBE. The descendants of each of the twelve sons of Jacob formed a tribe. On his death-bed the patriarch Jacob adopted the two sons of Joseph (Ephraim and Manasseh), thus making two tribes of one, In dividing the Promised Land, however, only twelve shares were made, the Levites not receiving any of the land, as they I.K.10,2. Isa.6,1. Num.24,4,16 II.Sam,3,10 Josh. 23, 13 Job 18, 10. Ex. 18, 8. Ex. 1. 11. Ezra 5, 17. Neh. 10, 38, Ezra 1, 8; 7,21, Acts 10 10; 11,5; 22,17. Matt.17,1-9. Mark 9,2-10 Luke 9,29, Rom. 12.2. II.Cor.11,13, 14,15. Col.1,13. Heb.11,5. Rom. 11, 9, Gen. 2, 17. Deut, 20, 19 20, Prov. 3, 18. Isa.1,29, 30. Ezek. 6, 13; 20, 28. Lev. 5, 6, Gen. 49, 28, Ex, 28, 21. Num. 1,4; 4 18; 18, 2; 24 2; 31, 4; 33, 54; 34, 13.15: 36,5,6,9. Deut. 1, 13; Mark 12, 41 John 8, 20. Matt. 19, 28 24, 30. Luke 22, 30. Acts 26, 7. Heb.7 13, 14. Jas. 1, 1. Rev. 5, 5; 7.4,5; 21,12. were to minister in the Temple, and were to be supported by their brethren. (See Tithes). The tribes of the sons of Jacob lived together as one people until after the death of Solomon, when ten of them re- volted, forming the kingdom of Israel un- der Jeroboam. The tribes of Benjamin and Judah remained faithful to Rehoboam, the successor of Solomon, and were known as the Kingdom of Judah. See Israel; and Ju- dah, Kingdom Of TRIB'UTE. The tax paid for the support of the government, or levied on a people by their conquorors. Every Hebrew over twenty years old was obliged to pay a trib ute of a half shekel (about twenty-five cents) for the maintenance of the Temple service. See Taxes; Tithes TRIN'I-TY. The union of three in one; gen- erally applied to the ineffable mystery of three persons in one God — Father, Son, and Holy Ghost O. T. 12,5. Josh, " 14; 18, 4, Judg. 21, 3. I.Satn, 10,19 I. K. 11,13.31: 18,31. Ps, 105, 37; 122, 4. Isa. 19,13 49, 6; 63, 17! Ezek, 45, 8, Hab. 3, 9. Gen. 49, 15. Num. 31. 28, 37, 38, 40. Deut. 16, 10, Josh. 16, 10. I. K. 9, 21. Ezra 4,13,20: 7,24. Gen. 1,26; 2. 6, 7. Isa. 34, 16; 48, 16. N. T. TRO'AS. A city of Mysia, Asia Minor, situ- ated on the coast, six miles south of the entrance to the Hellespont. It was twice visited by Paul TRO-GYL'LI-UM. A town and promontory in Caria, Asia Minor TRUM'PET. An instrument of martial music. In time of peace when the people or rulers were to be gathered together it was sound- ed softly; when the camps were to be moved forward or the people to march to war it was sounded with a deeper note. Its sound resembled thunder TRUM'PETS, FEAST OF. It was celebrated on the first day of the seventh month which was the New Year's day of the Jew ish civil year. It began with a sound of trumpets; all servile business was forbidden that day, and particular sacrifices were of- fered TRUST. Confidence, reliance. To trust In God is to place confidence in Him. This trust ought to be sincere and unreserved, perpetual, and with a lively expectation of His blessings. Nothing short of this trust will bring happiness and joy to the be- reaved and distressed TRUTH'FUL-NESS. Truth is the beginning of every good thing, both in heaven and on earth; and to love truth for truth's sake is the principal part of human perfection in this world and the seed-plot of all other virtues. Honesty is the plainest and hum- blest manifestation of the principal of truth i TRY-PHE'NA (luxurious). Christian woman at Rome : . . TRY-PHO'SA (luxurious). Rome Female disciple at TU'BAL. One of the sons of Japheth. The name Tubal is also applied to his descend- ants who settled on the south side of the Black Sea TU'BAL-CAIN. Son of Lamech and Zillah, to whom the art of forging metals is ascribed TLTR'TLE-DOVE. A species of dove smaller than the pigeon. They were usually the of- fering of the poor, in sacrifices TU'TORS. Overseers of property for heirs . TYCH'I-CTJS (fateful). An assistant and companion of the Apostle Paul. He ac- companied Paul on his third missionary journey, and later was the bearer of Paul's letter to the Colossians and Ephesians Ex. 19, 16. Num. 10, 4. Judg. 7. 18 Ps. 81, 3. Isa-18,3;27, 13. Ezek. 7, 14: 33, 3. Joel 2, 1. Lev 23, 24. 25. Num. 29, 1-6. Neh. 8. 2, 9-12. Job 8. 14; 15 15. Ps. 40, 4 71, 5; 141, 8 Prov. 22, 19 28,25; 29. 25 Isa.30, 3; 57. 13. Zeph. 3, 12. II. Sam. 2. 6 I. K. 17. 24 IIChr.18 15 31,20. Ps 15 2; 31.5; 51, 6 119,30. Prov 16,6. Jer.5,1 Gen. 10. 2. Isa. 66. 19. Ezek. 27, 13 32 26; 38, 2. Gen. 4,22- Gen. 15, 9. Lev. 1. 14; 5, 7; 12, 8. Num. 6, 10. Matt. 17, 24 25; 22,17, 19 Mark 12, 14 Luke 20, 22: 23,2. Rom. 13, 6, 7. Matt.'3, 11. Luke 1, 35. lI.Cor.13,14, I.John 5, 5, 6,7. Acts 16,8,11: 20, 5, 6. II. Cor. 2, 12, II.TIm, 4,13. Acts 20, 15. Rev. 1,10: 13; 9. 14. Matt. 12, 21 Mark 10. 24 Luke 16, 11 John 5, 45. II. Cor. 1, 9 10, 13; 3, 4. I. Tim. 1.11 6,20. Mark 5, 33. John 1,14, 17;5,33; 14,6: 16,13; 17, 19 Rom. 1, 25. Gal. 2, 5, Eph. 4, 21; 5,9. Rom. 16, 12 Rom. 16, 12 Luke 2, 24, Gal. 4, 2, Acts 20, 4. Eph, 6, 21. Col. 4, 7. II.TIm. 4,12 Tit, 3, 12. 123 INDEX. UNL TYPE. The best definition of this word in its theological sense is that which the Epis- tle to the Hebrews supplies, viz., a type is a "shadow of good things to come," or, as the Apostle elsewhere expresses it, "a shadow of things to come;" but the body is of Christ." TY-RAN'NUS (tyrant). A man of Ephesus in whose school Paul preached TYRE or TY'RUS (rock). An ancient and wealthy city of Phoenicia on the Mediter- ranean coast, twenty miles south of Sidon. The relations between its kiug, Hiram, and David and Solomon were very friendly; but it afterward became hostile to the Israel- ites, and on account of its idolatry it was denounced by the prophets. These prophe- cies were wonderfully fulfilled. It was be- sieged, but not taken, by Shalmaneser and Nebuchadnezzar and finally pillaged and burnt by Alexander the Great. It was again a flourishing place in New Testament limes when Paul visited it; but it is now an in- significant village. See photograph, opp. page 500 TJ U'CAL (I am strong). Nothing is known of him except that he was one of those to whom Agur spake U'EL (wish of God). "Son" of Banl U'LA-I (strong water). River which flowed by Susa into the united stream of the Tigris and Euphrates U'LAM (porch). (1) Son of Sheresh. a de- scendant of Gilead. (2) Son of Eshek, a de- scendant of Saul UL'LA (burden). Asherite chief UM'MAH (gathering). A city of Asher UN-CIR'CUM-CISED. Term used to repre- sent a heathen; one who is slow of speech, or hard of hearing. A tree under three years old was called "uncircumcised" that is, unclean by law. The word is also used of an impure heart UN-CLEAN', TJN-CLEAN'NESS. There were certain laws which governed the division of clean and unclean creatures and regu- lated the ceremonial purifications of man. Uncleanness as referred to man may be ar- ranged in three degrees: (1) That which de- filed until even, the graver sort which de- filed for seven days, such as defilement connected with touching a dead body; and the morbid, pueperal, or menstrual stage lasting as long as that morbid stage en- dured O. T. Gen. 5, 29. Ex. 25, 17-22 40;26,24;28, 12, 29, 30, 38. Lev. 4, 2, 3. 12. Num 19,2-6, Josh. 19. 29. U.Sam.24;7. I.K.7,13, 14; 9,12. Ezra 3 7. Neh. 13, 16. Ps.45,12; 83, 7; 87. 4 Isa. 23, 5. 8, 15. Jer. 25. 22; 27, 3; 47, 4. Ezek.26 2; 27,2; 28,2;29, 18. Hos.9.13. Joel 3, 4, Amosl, 9, Prov.30.1. Ezra 10,34. Dan, 8 2,16. I.Chr7,17 8,39,40. I.Chr.7,39. Josh.19,30. Gen. 34, 14. Ex. 6, 12,30; 12,48. Lev. 19,23; 26. 41. Judg.14.3. Jer.6,10; 9, 26. Lev.5,2 3; 7 20,21; 10,10 ; 11,4,24; 13, 3-59; 14,40, 57; 15.5-24; 17, 15; 22.2-8. Num. 5,19; 6,7; 19,11-22. Deut.12,15 Josh. 22, 19. UNCTION (ointment). Gift of the Holy Spirit as an aid to the attainment of a knowledge of truth UN'DE-FIL'ED (complete). Usually in a moral sense, one who is pious; unsoiled; pure UN'DER-SET'TERS (shoulder). Supports for the laver in Solomon's Temple U'NLC<5rN (wild ox). It does not refer to the fabulous animal known to us by that name, but to the wild ox, which had great strength and was untamable U-NI-TY. fection Oneness, whether of sentiment, af- or behavior UN-LEAVENED BREAD. It was made very thin, from unfermented dough, and was Ps.119,1. Cant.5,2; 6,9 I.K.7,30,34. Num.23,22. Deut.33,17. Job39,9. Ps 92,10. Is». 34,7. Ps.133,1, Gen.19,3. Ex.l2,18;Le' N. T. Matt, 26, 54 John 1, 29, 36. Rom, 5. 14. I Cor. IS 47. Col.2,17 Heb. 8, 2. 5 I Pet. 3, 20, 21. Acts 19, 9. Matt. 11, 21 Luke 10, 13 Acts 12, 20. INDEX. UZZ Acts 7, 51; 11,3. Rom. 2,26; 3,30; 4. 9,11.12. I. Cor.7,18,19. Matt.23,27. Luke 4,33. Acts 10,28. Rom.1,24; 6.19; 14,14. I.Cor.7,14. II.Cor.6,17; 12,21. Eph. 5,5. Col.3,5. Heb.9,13. Rev.18,2. I.John 2,20, 27. Heb.7,26; 13, 4. Jas.1,27. Eph. 4,3,13. Mark 14,12. Luke 22,7. broken, not cut. For the Passover, un- leavened bread was prescribed, and hence that festival was often called the Feast of Unleavened Bread UN'NI (depressed). (1) A musician in the time of David. (2) A Levite in the time of Nehemiah U'PHAZ. A region where gold was found; probably the same as Ophir UR. (1) Ur of the Chaldees was the native place of the family of Abraham, whence he migrated first to Haran and then to Canaan. (2) Father of Eliphal UR'BANE (of the .city). Disciple at Rome U'RI (fiery). (1) The father of Bezaleel. (2) The father of Geber. (3) A porter who took a foreign wife U-RI'AH (flame of Jehovah). (1) A Hittite, one of David's valiant men, who was the husband of Bathsheba. He is also called Urias. David caused his death that his own guilt concerning Bathsheba might be concealed and that she might become his wife. (2) A priest, the father of Meremoth; also called Urijah. (3) See Urijah, No. 3. (4) A priest who was witness of one of Isaiah's prophecies. See Urijah No. 1 U'RI-EL (fire of God). (1) Son of Tahath. (2) Levite who assisted in moving the Ark. (3) Grandfather of King Abijah U-RI'JAH (flame of Jehovah). (1) A priest in the time of Ahaz; probably identical with Uriah, No. 4. (2) See Uriah, No. 2. (3) An assistant of Ezra; R. V. Uriah. (4) Prophet in the time of Jehoiakim U-RIM and THUM'MIM (light and perfec- tion). The Scriptures do not describe the Urim and Thummim, nor does Jewish tra- dition give any information. It was placed in the high-priest's breastplace in order to be upon his heart when he went in before the Lord; and was the medium through which the Divine will was sought and made known U-THA-I (Jehovah succors). (1) Son of Am- mihud; also called Athaiah, the son of Uz- ziah. (2) Son of Bigvai UZ (consultation). (1) Son of Aram. (2) Sou of Nahor. See Huz. (3) Son of Dishan, son of Seir. (4) A region and tribe sup- posed to have been situated in the south of Arabia Deserta, between Idumaea, Pales- tine, and the Euphrates. It was the home of Job U'ZA-I (strong). Father of Palal U'ZAL. A son of Joktan, founder of the nu- merous tribes of Joktanidae in Yemen . . . . UZ'ZA (strength). (1) Proprietor of a garden in which Manasseh and Amon were buried. (2) Descendant of Merari; R. V. Uzzah ... UZ'ZEN-SHE'RAH (the plat of Shera). City founded by Sherah, daughter of Ephraim . UZ'ZI (Jehovah is my strength). (1) A priest, son of Bukki. (2) Grandson of Issachar. (3) Grandson of Benjamin. (4) Son of Michri. (5) Overseer of the Levites. (6) A priest in Nehemiah's time UZ-ZJ'A (strength of Jah). heroes One of David's UZ-ZI'AH (might of Jehovah). (1) A son and successor of Amaziah, king of Judah. He reigned fifty-two years, but was smitten O. T. 6,16. Num. 6,15. Deut. 16,8. Ezek. 45,21. I.Chr.15.18, 20. Neh.12,9 Jer.10,9. Dan.10,5. Gen. 11,28, 31; 15,7. I.Chr.11.35. Neh.9.7. Ex.31,2. I.K, 4,19. Ezra 10,24. II.Sam.11,3 6,8-17,21,24 26; 12.9,10; 23, 39. I.K.15,5. II. K.16,10. I. Chr. 11.41. Ezra 8,33. Neh.3,4.21; 8,4. Isa.8,2. I.Chr.6,24; 15,5,11,12. II.Chr.13,2. II. K. 16, 10- 16. Neh. 8,4. Isa.8,2. Jer 26,20,21-23. Ex.28,30. Lev.8,8. Num.27,21. Deut.33,8. I.Sam.28.6. Ezra 2,63. Neh.7,65. l.Chr.9.4. Ezra 8,14. Neh. 11,4. Gen.10,23; 22.21; 36,28. I.Chr.1,17, 42. Job 1,1. Jer.25,20. Lam.4,21. Neh.3,25. Gen.10.27. l.Chr.1,21. II.K.21,18,26 I.Chr.6,29; 8,7. Ezra 2, 49. Neh.7,51 I.Chr.7,24. I.Chr.6.5.6, 51; 7,2,3,7: 9,8. Ezra 7,4 Neh.11,22; 12,19,42. I.Chr.11,44. II.K.14,21. 22; 15,13.34. l.Chr.6,24; N.T. Acts 12,3; 20 6. I.Cor.5,7, Rom.16.9. Matt.1.6. Matt.1,8,9. 124 INDEX VES with leprosy by the Lord; also called Azariah and Ozias. (2) A descendant of Kohath, the son of Levi. (3) The father of Jehonathan one of David's officers. (4) A priest who took a foreign wife. (5) A man of Judah whose son lived in Jerusalem after the Captivity UZ-ZI'EL (God is my strength). (1) A son of Kohath; ancestor of the Uzzielites. (2) A Simeonite captain. (3) Son of Bela. (4) One of David's musicians. (5) A Levite; son of Jeduthun. (6) A goldsmith V VAG'A-BOND. A wanderer, a fugitive VAIN'GLO'RY. Undue self-esteem; empty pride VA-JEZ'A-THA. One of Haman's sons VAL'LEY. See photographs, opp. pages 127, 174, 258, and 305 VAL'LEY GATE. Northwest entrance . to Jerusalem; probably the present Jaffa Gate VA-NI'AH (weak), foreign wife Jew who divorced his VAN'I-TY. Emptiness; idle show; that which is depraved, degenerate, perverse. It is often applied to one who wishes to be thought more highly of than he deserves, who is fond of praise, and endeavors to bribe others into a good opinion of him A frequent Biblical designation of the false gods of the heathen VASH'NI (Jah is praise). The firstborn of Samuel; also called Joel VASH'TI (a beautiful woman). The queen whom Ahasuerus, king of Persia, repudi ated, and who was succeeded by Esther . . VEIL. The veil of the Tabernacle and Tern pie was the screen separating the Holy and most Holy places VENGE'ANCE. It does not necessarily im ply a revengeful state of mind, but rather denotes retribution, or punishment inflicted as an act of justice VEN'ICE. See photograph, opp. page 777 VER-MIL'ION. Pigment used in fresco paint ing O. T. 11,44; 27,25. iI.Chr.26,1,8 18,21. Ezra 10,21. Neh. 11,4. Isa.1,1 6,1. Zech.14 Ex.6,18,22. I.Chr.4,42; 7,7; 25,4. II.Chr.29,14. Neh.3,8. Gen.4,12. Esth.9,9. Josh.10,12; 15,8. Neh.2,13; 3,13. Ezra 10,36. II.K.17,15. Job 7,16;15, 35;35,13. Ps. 4,2;10, 7;12,2;31,6; 39,5. Eccl.1, 2.Jer.2,5. Ezek.13,6. I. Sam. 8,2. I.Chr.6,28. Esth. 1.9-22; 2,1,4,17. Lev.16,2,15; 21,23;24,3. Gen.4,15. Deut.32,35. Judg.11,36. Jer.50,28. Jer.22,14. Ezek.23,14. N. T. INDEX. WAL O. T. N. T. VER'SIONS OP THE SCRIP'TURES. A gen eral name for translations of the Scrip tures into other languages than the orig- inal. Pour ancient versions of the Old Testament have come down to modern times; the Septuagint, the Targums of On- kelos and Jonathan ben Uzziel; the Syriac Preshito, and the Latin Vulgate. The Eng lish versions of the Bible are; Wyclif's Translation, A. D. 1381; Tyndale's Trans lation, A. D. 1525; Miles Coverdale's Trans lation, A. D. 1535; Thomas Matthew's Bi- ble, A. D. 1537; Taverner's Edition, A. D. 1539; the Great Bible or Cranmer's Bible, A. D. 1539. The Geneva Version A. D. 1560; Bishops' Bible. A. D. 1568; the Douai Bible, A. D. 1582; King James's Version or the Authorized Version, A. D. 1611; and the Revised Version, A. D. 1881; 1885. VES'TRY. Place in Samaria where the sacred vestments of the priests of Baal were kept VEST'URE. Clothing. II.K.10,22. Gen.41,42. Acts 19,13. Gal. 5, 26. Phil. 2, 3. Acts 14.15. Rom.8,20. Eph.4,17. II.Pet.2,18. Matt.27,51. Heb.6,19; 9, 3. Luke 21,22..' Rom. 3,5; 12 19. II.Thess 1,8. Rev.19,13. VE-SU'VI-US. See photograph, opp. page 640 VIL'LAGE. Collection of houses smaller than a town or city vTl'LAIN-Y. Deceitfulness, dishonesty, fool- ishness VINE, VINE'YARD. The vine was among the first plants cultivated, and a vineyard is mentioned among the possessions of Noah. Vines were usually planted in rows, generally on the southern slope of a hill, and were supported by strong stakes, by trellises or arbors, and sometimes by heaps of stones over which the vines crept, and which offered a dry and warm exposure for ripening the fruit. The vineyards were en- closed with a hedge or wall to protect the vines from the ravages of wild beasts VI'OL. A stringed instrument of music, supposed to be similar to the psaltery . VI'PER. In the Old Testament a certain hissing, venomous serpent. In the New Testament, any poisonous snake VIR'GIN. (1) A young woman of marriage- able age. (2) A virgin. (3) A young mar- ried woman. (4) Used of a man free from all uncleanness Esth.9,19. Ezek.38,11. Isa.32,6. Jer.29,23. Gen.9,20. Lev.25,3,5. Num.16,14; 20,5. Deut. 28,39.1. K.4, 25;21,1.II. K. 18,32. 1. Chr.27.27. Ps 80,8-13; 107,37. Cant.1,6. Isa.16,9; 65,21. Isa.5,12. Amos 6,5. Job 20,16. Isa,30.6; 59,5. Gen.24.43. Lev.21,3,14. Deut.22,14. Judg.11.37. VIR'TUE. It denotes courage, bravery; and any particular moral excellence, as mod- esty and purity. It sometimes indicates the power of Christ to heal disease VI'SION. A supernatural presentation of certain scenery or circumstances to the mind of a person while awake. It was a means often employed by God in early times to reveal Himself and His will to VOPH'SI (additional). Father of Nahbi VOW. A solemn and religious promise. A promise or covenant with God, binding one to do certain things with His help VUL'GATE. Name given to the Latin trans- lation of the Bible used in the Western church VUL'TURE. A carnivorous under the law bird, unclean w WA'PER. A thin cake made of flour, and used in various offerings, anointed with oil. WA'GES. The Mosaic law required a daily payment of wages. In the time of Christ a laborer received a penny (a silver coin worth about fifteen cents) a day for his work. In very early times wages were paid in produce or in kind WALK. Walk is often used in Scripture for conduct in life, general demeanor, and de- portment; it denotes deliberation, pleasure, perseverence, and progress. "To walk in darkness" figuratively means to live in ignorance, error, and sin; "to walk in light," to live in the ways of truth and holiness. "To walk with God" is to live in sweet communion with Him WALLS. As a means of defense Eastern cities were generally surrounded with walls, on which houses and towers were often erected. The walls were made of clay, earth, or sun-dried brick, and though built very thick to insure strength and per- Gen.46,2. I. Sam. 3, 15. II.Chr.32.32, Dan.2,19; 7,2;8,1,16. Nan ,1,1. Num.13,14. Gen ,28,20. Num.6,2. Judg.11,30. I,Sam.l,ll. Lev.11.14. Deut.14,13. Ex.16,31. Lev.2,4. Num.6,19. Gen.29.15; 30;28;31,8. Ex.2,9.Lev. 19,13.Jer. 22,13. Hag. l,6.Mal.3,5. Gen.5,24. Deut.5,33. Josh.22,5. I.K.3,14; 8,36 Ps.12, 8;23,4;26,11; 56,13.Amos 3,3.Mic.4,5. Zeph.1,17. Deut.3,5; 28,52.II.K. 25,4,10. Ezra 4,13. Neh.4,7.Ps. 51,18; 122,7. Prov.25,28. Matt.14,15. Mark 6,36. Matt.20,1,4, 7; 21,28,33; 26,29. Mark 14,25. Luke 13,6,7; 20,9; 22,18. John 15,1,4,5. I. Cor. 9,7. Jas.3,12. Rev. 14,18. 19. Matt.3,7; 12,34; 23,33. Acts 28,3. Matt.1,23. Luke 1,27. M.Cor.11.2. Rev.14,4. Mark.5,30. Luke 6,19. Phil.4,8. 11. Pet. 1,5. Matt.17,9. Luke 1,22; 24,23. Acts 9,10; 10,17; 11,5; 16,9. Rev. 9, 17. Acts 18,18; 21, 23. Luke 3,14. John 4,36 Rom. 6, 23. II.Cor.11,8, Col.4,1. II. Pet.2,15. Mark 7, 5. John 7,1; 8, 12; 12.35. Rom.4,12, 6, 4; 13, 13. .Cor. 7,17. Gal.5,16. Eph.5,2. Col.2,6;4,5. I.John 1,6,7. Acts 9,25; 23 3. ll.Cor.ll. 33. Eph.2,14. Heb.11,30. ! Rev.21,14,18 125 '7 INDEX. WEA manency, they were constantly liable to serious damage from heavy rains, or from some defect in their construction WAR. Among the ancients every citizen was a soldier. Their wars were virtually hand to hand combats, carried on with great vigor and ferocity. Mercy was seldom shown the vanquished, unless to make him a slave, and the number of the slain was often appalling. The sword, battle axe, dart, spear, javelin, bow and arrow, and the sling were the weapons in the hands of the combatants, while shields and tar- gets were used to -protect their bodies. Machines for hurling heavy stones, in a measure, took the place of artillery, and the battering ram was employed to make breaches in the walls of a city through which the besiegers could enter. The chariot, however, was the most dreaded of all the equipments of war. The army was divided into companies, each having its commander or captain O. T. Isa.22,5; 25. 12; 26.1; 60, 10. Gen.14,2. Ex.17,16. Num.1,3; 10, 9,31,4. Deut. 21, 10; 24, 5. Josh.11,23. Jude. 3,2. I.Sam.14.52; 28,15. II. Sam.3,1; 11, 7. I.K.14,30; 15,7; 22.1. I.Chr.5,10. Job 5.20. Ps.68,30. Eccl.3.8. Jer.4,19; 49, 2; 51 20. Ezek.17,17. Dan.9.26. Mic. 4,3. N. T. WASHING OF FEET. This custom is Gen.l8.4;19. among the most ancient as well as the|2; 24.32;_43 ; most obligatory of the rites of hospitality. It appears to have existed as early as the days of Abraham. Christ in washing his disciples' feet taught a lesson of brotherly humility and good will WASH'POT. A vessel in which to wash WATCHES OF THE NIGHT. Originally the Hebrews divided the night (from sunset to sunrise) into three watches: "The beginning of the watches," "the middle watch," and "the morning watch;" but after the Captiv- ity they adopted the custom of the Ro- mans and Greeks, and divided the night into four watches of three hours each, called respectively "even," "midnight," "cock-crowing," and "morning" Eastern |24. Ex.30,19, WA'TER. During the long seasons of drouth, which periodically occurred in Palestine and other countries of the East, man, and beast were likely to suffer great distress, to guard against which great care was taken to collect the rain and spring- water in cisterns or reservoirs. When used figuratively water is the symbol of purifica- tion and regeneration. Wells were also provided, but were generally very deep, and required great labor to maintain them. They were regarded as very valuable and their possession was often coveted. The water was usually drawn from wells by means of a pitcher fastened to a rope Judg.19,21. I.Sam.25.41. II.Sam.11,8. Ps.58,10. Ps.60,8; 108, 9. Ex.14,24. Judg.7,19. I.Sam.11,11. Neh,7.3;12, 9. Ps.63.6; 90,4; 119, 148. Jer.51. 12. Lam. 2,19 Hab. 2, 1. Gen.l6.7;18 4; 21,25; 26, 15-21; 37,24, Ex.15 ,22; 17, 6. Num.8,7. Deut.8,7; 23 4. Ps.63,1. Prov.5,15. Eccl.2,6;ll, 1. Cant.4,15, Isa.22,9-11. 30,14; 35,6. Jer.2.13. E2ek.36,25. WA'TER CAR'RI-ER. See photograph, opp. page 90 WA'TER OF JEAL'OUS-Y. Mixture pre- scribed as a test when a woman was ac- cused of unfaithfulness by her husband . . WA'TER OF SEP'A-RA'TION. It was sprinkled upon a person defiled by contact with the dead WAVE OF'FER-ING (a waving before Jeho- vah). A peculiar feature in the service of Matt. 24, 6, Mark 13,7. Luke 14,31; 21,9. II. Cor. 10,3. I.Tim. 1,18. Jas. 4. 1,2. 1.Pet.2, 11. Rev. 11, 7; 12, 7,17; 13,4,7; 17,14 1901,19. Luke 7,38,44 John 13.5,6 8,10,12,14. I.Tkn.5,10. Num.5.11-31 Num. 19,9,13 20,21; 31,23. Ex.29,24. Lev.7,30,34; the peace-offering. The right shoulder of 8,27; 9,21; 10 the animal sacrificed was "heaved" up- ward, and the breast "waved" from side to side before the Lord WAY'FAR'ING. Traveling WEA'SEL. One of the unclean animals WEAVER. This art of weaving was prob- ably learned from the Egyptians by the Israelites; and they seem to have made progress in it from their own resources, even before they entered Palestine. Weav- 14.15; 23.10, 15.20. Num. 6,20. Judg.19,17. Lev.11,29. Ex.35,35. Lev.13.47. Judg.16.13. I.Sam.17,7. II.Sam.21. Matt.14.25; 24,43; 27,65; 28.11. Mark 6,48. Luke 2,8; 12,38. Matt.3.11.16 10,42; 27,24. Mark 14,13. Luke 16.24. John 1.26; 3 5,23; 4,10. Acts 1,5; 10, 47. Eph.5. 26. Heb.10, 22. 1.Pet.3, 20. II.Pet.2, 17. Jude 12. Rev.7,17; 8, 11; 14,7; 22. 1,17. INDEX. WIL ing was for the most part in the hands of women, although there were also weavers among men. The stuffs woven were linen, flax, and wool WED'DING. See Marriage WEEK. Besides the week of seven days, from one Sabbath to another, the Jews also observed a week of years, or seven years, and a week of seven times seven years WEEKS, FEAST OF. See Pentecost WEIGHT. The heaviness of anything. The Hebrews weighed all the gold and silver they used in trade. See Money WELL OF JA'COB. See Jacob's Well ... WEN. A festering sore WHALE. It evidently refers to great sea monsters, without designating any par- ticular species WHEAT. It was the most important of all grains cultivated in Palestine, and vast quantities were produced. It was sown late in the fall and harvested in May. The many-eared variety, or mummy-wheat, was cultivated in Egypt, and is the kind re- ferred to in Pharaoh's dream. In the Authorized Version wheat is mentioned un- der the general name "corn" WHEEL. An ordinary wheel; a potter's wheel. The wheels mentioned as seen in a vision by Ezekiel seem to have served to put the chariot in motion. Although God's throne is not represented as a chariot throne there is no doubt but that the wheels which Ezekiel saw under the throne are intended to indicate the possibility and ease with which it could be moved WHORE. A woman of gross unchastity or lewdness; an adulteress or fornicatress ... WICK'ED. The person or thing that is evil in principle or practice; sinful; immoral; contrary to everything that tends to good . WID'OW. The Mosaic law carefully guarded the rights of widows and orphans, and the Scriptures show their claims for care and protection WIFE. Though the Mosaic law discouraged polygamy, it prevailed among the Hebrews up to the time of the Captivity. A distinc- tion, however, was always made between the chief wife and the secondary wives, and to that extent, at least, the principle of monogamy was observed. The New Testament goes back to the primitive monogamy; for God gave to Adam only one wife. Hence polygamy is forbidden in all Christian countries. See Marriage O. T. 19. I.Chr.ll, 23;20,5. Job 7.6. Isa. 38, 12. Gen.29,27. Lev.12,5. Num.28.26. Dan. 9,24.27: 10,2;3. N. T. WIL'DER-NESS. It sometimes means an extensive, uncultivated plain, which af- forded excellent pasturage; as the wilder- ness of Reer-sheba, Beth-aven, and En-gedl. etc. It is also a desert, as the one through which the Israelites wandered in the penin- sula of Sinai, on their way from Egypt to Canaan WIL'LOWS (only in plural). A familiar tree which flourishes in marshy places and on the borders of water-courses. Before the Captivity the willow was an emblem of joy; but afterwards it became significant of sorrow WIL'LOWS, BROOK OF THE. Brook the southern boundary of Moab Ex.34,22. Deut.25,15. I. Chr. 28,14 Mic. 6,11. Lev.22,22. Gen. 1,21. Job 7,12. Ezek.32,2. Gen.41.22, Ex.9, 32; 34, 22. Judg. 6, U;15A. Ruth 2,23. I Sam 6,13. I. Chr. 21,23. Jer. 12.13. Ezek 27,17. Joel 2 24. Ex.14,25, Judg.5,28. Isa. 5,28. Jer. 18,3; 47 3. Ezek.1,15, 16; 3, 13; 10 13.19; 23.24: 26,10. Dani 7.9. Nah.3,2, Lev.19,29. Deut. 23,17. Ex.23,7. Deut.15,9; 17,5. Prov, 2,22;6,18. Deut.10.18; 14,29;24,17. Job.24,3. Isa.1,17. Gen. 2,24,25 11,29:21,21; 25,1; 27,46; 38,6. Ex.20, 17; 21, 4. Num 36,8. Deut. 25, 5. Judg. 4, 4; 14. 20. I. K. 11.3,4. Prov. 18,22. Ex. 14, 3, Num.14, 2. Deut. 1. 19; 8, 2, 32, 10. I.K. 19. 15, Neh. 9, 21. Job 24, 5. Ps. 107, 35. Lev- 23, 40. Job 40, 22. Ps. 137, 2. Isa, 15,7; 44, 4. Ezek.17,5. Isa. 15, 7. Matt.22,3. Matt.28, 1. Mark 16.2. Luke 18,12. Acts 20. 7. I. Cor.16,2. II.Cor.4.17. Heb.12,1. Rev.16,21. John 4,6. Matt.12,40. Matt.3,12^3 25,29,30. Luke3,17;22 31. John 12 24, Acts 27, 38. I. Cor. 15,37. Rev. 6,6;18,13. Rev. 17,1,15 16;19,2. Matt. 12, 45: 13.49;16,4. Acts 18,14. II. Pet. 3, 17. Matt.23,14. Mark 12,42, l.Tim.5,3. Jas. 1,27. Matt.1,6; 14 3; 19.29; 22, 25. Luke 14, 20.26. I. Cor 5.1; 7,2,3,4. 10,11,14,16, 27,33.39. Eph.5,22-33 I. Tim. 3, 2; 5,9. 1.Pet.3, 1-7. Matt.3,1; 11 7; 15,33. Mark 8.4. Luke 15.4. Acts 7.30;21 38. Il.Cor. 11,26. Rev. 12,6; 17,3. 126 INDEX. WOR WIM'PLE. Shawl WINDS. Palestine Is bounded on the south and east by a great desert, and hence the winds from these directions are hot and dry, being injurious to vegetation. Winds from the southwest and north bring fair weather, while the west wind from the Mediterranean brings rain WINE. It was a common beverage of the ancient Hebrews, as well as of the Greeks, Romans, and other nations. It was kept in every household and offered on occasions of hospitality and festivity. Its misuse, however, is strongly condemned in the Scriptures. Mixed wines were wines made stronger by adding spices, herbs, and drugs WIS'DOM. A comprehensive knowledge of things in their proper nature and relations, together with the power of combining them in the most useful manner. Spiritual wis- dom consists in the knowledge and fear of God. It is beautifully described by St. James as "first, pure, then peaceable, gen- tle, and easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy" . .., w"lSE MEN. See Magi WITCH. See Witchcraft WITCH'CRAFT. The pretended communica tion with demons and spirits of the dead by means of which future events were re- vealed, diseases cured, evil spirits driven away, etc. Witch was the name given to the woman, and wizard to the man, who practiced witchcraft. It was severely de nounced O. T. Isa, 3, 22. Gen. 41, 6. Ex. 10, 19. ii.k, 3,i7. Job 1,19; 37, 17. Prov.2S, 23; 25, 23, Eccl, 1 6. Isa, 27,8. Gen. 9, 24; 14,18; 49, 11 12. Ex.29, 40. Num. 6, 3. I.Sam. 1, 14. Ps.75, 8. Prov. 20. 1; 23. 30-32. Isa.28, 1,7. Ex. 31, 3; 35 26. 11. Sam. 14,20; 20, 22. I.K.4, 29, 30 I.Chr.22,12. Job 28,20; 32, 7. Ps, 37, 30; 136. 5. Prov. 1, 7; 3, 13. Dan. 2, 23. Deut. 18, 10. WITHS. Ropes of pliable twigs twisted to gether when green WIT'NESS. The Mosaic law required two witnesses to convict a prisoner, and if the latter was condemned to be stoned the wit ness was obliged to throw the first stones. A false witness received the same punish- ment which he endeavored to bring upon the prisoner WIT'TY. Cunning; treacherous wfz'ARD. See Witchcraft WOE WORTH (woe be). An expression of despair WOLF. A fierce carnivorous animal; it is a terrible enemy to sheep WOM'AN. The social position of the He- brew woman in ancient times contrasted very favorably with that enjoyed at the present day by women in the East among the Mohammedans. The Book of Proverbs gives an account of the model Hebrew woman in her domestic and social relations. She had the care of the household, did the spinning, and made the clothes. She also took part in social festivities, and even held public positions. The term "woman" in ad- dressing one implied tenderness and cour- tesy WORD. The "Word" is used as a name or title of the eternal Son of God, and is also a name for the Gospel generally WORKS. The works of God are the things created and governed by His wisdom and Fower. Good works are such as proceed rom love to God and are done in obedi- ence to His law. We are saved by faith, but faith without works is dead. Works constitute the evidence and determine the strength and character of faith Ex. 22. 18. Lev. 20, 6. Deut. 18, 10, 11. I. Sam. 15, 23. II.K. 9,22. H.Chr. 33,6. Nah. 3,4. Judg. 16,7. 8,9. Num. 35.30. Deut. 17,6.7; 19, 18. Josh. 24, 22. Ruth. 4,9. Isa. 8,2. Jer.32,25. Prov, 8. 12. Lev, 20, 27. Ezek. 30, 2 Gen. 47. 27. Isa. 11,6. Gen. 2,22; 3 15; 24. 5. 44 Ex.2l, 22; 35 25, 26. Josh. 2, 4; 6, 22. Ruth 4, 11. I.Sam, 1; 15: 28,7. Il.Chr 24,7. Prov.6 24. 12.4; 14, 1; 31,10-31. Hos. 3,1. N. T. Matt.ll,7;14 24,32. John 3,8. Acts 2,2 Eph.4,14. Jas. 1,6. Rev.6,13. Luke 7,33. John 2,3,9, 10; 4,46. Eph. 5,18. I. rim.3.3; 5, 23. Tit.1,7; 2 3. I.Pet.4,3. Rev.16,19. Matt.12,42; 13,54. Luke 1,17; 2,40; 11,49. Acts 6,3; 7,10,22. Rom.11,33. I.Cor.1,24. Col.2,3. Jas.1,5; 3,13 17.Rev.13. 18. Matt. 2. 1. INDEX. ZAB Gal. 5, 20. Luke 24,48. I.Thess.2,10 I.Tim.5,19; 6,12. II.Tim 2.2. Heb.10, 28; 12.1. Rev.11,3. Gen. 2, 2. Ex. 32, 16. I.Sam. 19, 4. Neh.2,18. Job 37,14. Ps. 62, 12- 64, 9; 66, 5; 78, 7. Eccl. 13. Matt. 7,. IS. Luke 10,3. Matt.5,28; 9,20; 13,33; 15,28; 22,27; 26,10. John 2,4; 4,9; 8,3, 10; 19,26,27; 20,13-15. Acts 9,36; 17 34. Gal. 4,4. I.Thess.5,3. I.TIm.2,12, 14. Rev. 2.20. Mark 7,13. Luke 5,1. John 1,1,14. Matt.S,16;26 10. John 10 32. Acts 9.36 Rom. 13, 3. Col. 1, 10. I.Thess. 1,3, Heb. 10, 24. I. Pet. 2,12. WORLD. This word is used by the sacred writers in a number of senses, each of which can generally be distinguished by its connection. In the widest sense, how- ever, it means the universe, or all things visible or invisible, which is expressed In the Bible by the term "Heaven and earth," or "all things" WORLD, END OF THE. judgment The final day of WORM. The caterpillar of the clothes-moth; a maggot. Earthworms are not mentioned in the Bible. Figuratively used of a weak, mean, and despised person. WORM'WOOD. A bitter plant; figuratively a type of bitterness or calamity. The star "Wormwood" was the appellation for the national demon of Egypt; a prototype of an Anti-Christian power which would poison Christianity WOR'SHIP. This word often denotes respect without any religious emotion. It also is an act of religion which consists in paying due respect, veneration, and homage to the Diety, under a sense of obligation to Him; and the internal respect should be shown by external acts, as prayers, thanksgiving, etc O.T. Gen. 1, 1. I. Sam. 2, 8, II. Sam. 22, 16. Ps. 9, 8 17. 14; 19, 4; 22, 27; 33, 8: 49,1; 50. 12; 73, 12. Isa. 13. 11; 45,17. Job 24, 20; 25, 6. Ps. 22, 6. Isa. 51, 8. Deut. 29, 18, Prov. 5, 4. Jer. 9.15; 23, 15. Lam. 3, 15,19. Amos. 5,7. Gen. 22, 5. Ex. 24,1; 34, 14. Deut. 4, 19. Josh. 5, 14. I.Sam. 1,3. I.K.12, 30. II.K.17, 36; 18,22. WOR-THIES. Men of power WRATH. Great and furious anger; rage; re- sentment. The wrath of God is His indig- nation at sin and the punishment of it. The objects of God's anger or wrath are the ungodly, whom He has declared He will punish. His wrath is sometimes man- ifested in this life; but a still more awful punishment awaits the impenitent in the world to come WRIT'ING. The knowledge of writing was possessed by the Hebrews at a very early period. The materials on which they wrote were of various kinds: tables of stone, met- al, plaster, wax covered frames, skins paper made from bulrushes, and fine parchment. The pens were also different to correspond with the writing material. See Book; Paper; Parchment; Pen; Roll.... YOKE. The literal meaning Is the same as ours. It is often used figuratively In Scrip- ture to denote servitude and oppression Nah. 2,5. YEAR. The Jews observed a religious or sacred year, and a civil year. The sacred year began with the month of Abib, or Nisan, that is, with the first new moon after the vernal equinox, and the civil year commenced six months later with the month of Ethanim, or Tishri. See Month ZA'A-NA'IM (oak by Zaanalm). Probably a sacred tree near Kedish; also called Zaanau- nim ZA'A-NAN (place of flocks). Town of Judah or Benjamin; also called Zenan ZA'A-VAN (disquieted). Son of Ezer, son of Seir; also called Zavan ZA'BAD (gift). (1) A son of Nathan. (2) A grandson of Ephraim. (3) One of David's brave men. (4) An assassin of King Joash; also called Jozachar. (5) Three Israelites who divorced their Gentile wives ZAB'BAI (pure). (1) Jew who took a strange wife. (2) Father of Baruch; perhaps iden- tical with Zaccai Gen. 49, 7. Lev. 10, 6, Deut.9,7; 29, 28;32,27. II. K. 23,26. Job 5. 2; 19, 29;21,20. Ps, 37,8. Zeph. 1'18. Ex. 31, 18; 32, 16: 34, 1; 39,30. Deut. 27,3. Ezra 4, 7. Esth. 1,22. Isa. 8. 1; 30, 8; 38, 9. Ezek. 2, 10. Dan. 6,10. Gen. 27,40. Lev. 26, 13. Num. 19, 2. Deut. 28, 48. Gen. 17,21. Num. 9, 22. Deut. 15,9. Judg. 11, 40. Isa. 61, 2. Jer. 11,23. Ezek, 4, 6; 46,17. Josh. 19,33. Judg. 4, 11. Josh. 15. 37. Mic. 1,11. Gen. 36, 27. I. Chr. 1. 42 II.K.12,21. I. Chr. 2, 36, 37; 7. 21; 11, 41. II, Chr. 24.26. Ezra 10,27,33,43. Ezra 2, 9; 10, 28, Neh.3,20. N. T. Matt.4,8; 5, 14. Mark 10,30. Luke 1,70; 2,1; 20, 35. John 1, 10,29; 3,16; 4,42; 6,33. Eph.1,21; 2,2. Matt.13,39. Mark 9,44, 46,48. Acts 12.23. Rev. 8, 16. Matt.2,2; 4,9; 15,9. Mark 5,6; 15 19. John 4, 20, 22.23; 12, 20. Acts 7, 42; 24,11. Heb. 1,6. Matt. 3,7. Luke 4, 28, Rom.2,5;5,9; 12. 19; 13, 4. Eph. 4, 26; 5, 6; 6,4. Jas. 1, 19, 20. Rev. 6,17. Matt. 5, 31. Mark 15, 26. John 1, 45; 19. 21. Acts 13,29;2S,26. I. Cor. 14,37. II. Cor, 3,3. Col, 2,14. Philem.19. IH.John 13. Matt. 11,29, Luke 14,19. Acts 15, 10, Gal. 5, 1. Luke 2, 41? 13. 8. John 11. 49. Acts 11,26; 18.11, II. Cor. 8,10; 9.2. Heb. 10, 3. Rev. 9,15. 127 INDEX. ZAB'BUD (given). Son of Bigvai ZAR ZAB'DI (Jehovah gave). (1) Father of Carmi. (2) A Benjamite. (3) A keeper of David's wines and vines. (4) Son of Asaph ZAB'DI-EL (gift of God). (1) Father of Jashobeam. (2) Overseer of a number of returned captives . ZA'BTJD (bestowed), prophet Son of Nathan, the ZAC'CA-I (pure). A Jew whose descendants returned from Captivity with Zerubbabel ZAC-CHAE'US (just). Superintendent of taxes at Jericho who entertained Jesus ZAC-CHB'US. See Zacchaeus ZAC'CUR (mindful.) (1) A Reubenite spy. (2) Father of Shimei; A. V. Zacchur. (3) Merarite Levite. (4) Son of Asaph. (5) Son of Imri. (6) A Levite who signed the Co- venant. (7) Father of Hanan ZACH'A-RI'AH (whom Jah remembers). (1) Son of Jeroboam, and last of the house of Jehu. (2) Grandfather of Hezekiali. It is a form of Zechariah ZACH'A-RI'AS. See Zechariah ZA'CHER (memorial). Son of Jehiel, and founder of Gibeon; also called Zechariah... ZA'DOK (just). (1) One of the two high- priests in David's time. He joined David at Hebron at the time of Absalom's usurpa- tion; stood aloof from Adonijah when he tried to succeed to the throne; and anointed Solomon king at David's request. He was afterwards made sole high-priest. (2) Father in law of Uzziah. (3) Descendant of No. 1; alsd mentioned as Ahitub who begat Shallum. (4) Two priests who assisted in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem. (5) Zadok, a signer of the Covenant, and Zadok the scribe are probably the same as those who repaired the wall ZA'HAM (loathing). Grandson of Solomon . ZA'IR (small). A city in Edom ZA'LAPH (bruise). Father of Hanun ZAL'MON (shady). (1) Mountain in Samaria, near Shechem; probably also called Salmon. (2) One of David's warriors; also called Ilai. ZAL-MO'NAH (shady). A desert station the'Israelites, probably west of Edom . . of ZAL-MUN'NA (deprived of shade), tish king slain by Gideon Midiani- ZAM-ZUM'MIMS. Race of giants extinct be- fore the time of Moses; probably the same as Zuzims , ZA-NO'AH (marsh). (1) A city of Western Judah inhabited by the Judaeans after the Captivity. (2) Town of Eastern Judah; probably Zanoah founded by Jekuthiel ... ZAPH'NATH-PA'A-NE'AH. Joseph in Egypt Name borne by ZA'PHON (north). A town of Gad ZA'RAH (rising of light). Son of Judah and Gen.38,30; Tamar; also called Zerah and Zara 46,12.Num. 26,20. O. T. Ezra 8,14. Josh. 7.1:17, 18. I.Chr. 8,19; 27,27. Neh. 11, 17. I. Chr. 27, 2. Neh. 11, 14. I. K. 4, 5. Ezra 2. 9. Neh. 7, 14. Num. 13. 4. I. Chr, 4, 26. 24,27; 2S;2. Neh. 3, 2; 10, 12; 13, 13. II. K. 10, 30 14, 29; 15, 8- 12; 18,2. II Chr. 29,1. l.Chr.8,31; 9,37, H.Sam.8,17; 15,24,25,27, 29,35,36;18, 19,22,27;19, 11;20,25. 1, K.l,32-45;2, 35;4,2. II K.15,33. I. Chr.6.8,12; 16,39;29,22. II.Chr.27,1. Neh.3,4-29; 10,21:11,11; 13,13. Matt.23,35. II.Chr.11,19 II.K.8,21, Neh.3,30. Judg.9,48. H.Sam.23, 28.I.Chr.ll. 29.Ps.68.14. Num.33, 41,42. Judsr.8,5-21 Ps.83.lL Gen.14,5. Deut.2,20, 21. Josh.15,34, 56.I.Chr.4, 18.Neh.3, 13;11,30. Gen.41,45. Josh.13,27. N. T. Lukel9,l-10 JJ2 9 INDEX. ZEC ZA'RE-AH. See Zorah ZA'RED. See Zered ZAR'E-PHATH (refinement). City between Tyre and Sidon; also called Serepta ZAR'E-TAN (cooling). Village of unknown lo- cation; same as Zartanah and Zarthan .... ZA'RETH-SHA-HAR (splendor of dawn). City of Reuben ZAR'HITE. Branch of the tribe of Judah de scended from Zerah; and also the patro nymic of the descendants of Zerah, son of Simeon ZAT'TU (lovely). One whose descendants re turned with Zerubbabel; also called Zat- thu ZA'ZA (projection). Son of Jonathan ZEAL'OTS. Followers of Judas the Gaulonite on Galilean. See Judas, No. 4 ZEB'A-DI'AH (gift of Jehovah). (1) Two Benjamites. (2) Israelite who joined David at Ziklag. (3) Korhite porter of the Tem- ple. (4) Son of Asahel. (5) Itinerant Le- vite teacher. (6) Son of Ishmael. (7) Son of Shephaniah. (8) Priest who married an idolatress ZE'BAH (sacrifice). Chief of the Midianites, defeated and slain by Gideon ZE-BA'IM (gazelles). Native place of "sons" of Pochereth, Solomon's slaves . the ZEB'E-DEE (Jehovah's gift). A fisherman in or near Bethsaida, who was the husband of Salome, and the father of James and John, two of the Apostles of Christ •. ZE-BO'IM (valley of wild "beasts). (1) Citv in the vale of Siddim destroyed with Sodom and Gomorrah; also called Zeboiim. (2) Val- ley and town in the tribe of Benjamin. (3) Town occupied by Benjamites after? the Captivity ZE-BU'DAH .(given). Wife of King Josiah ZE'BUL (habitation). An officer of Abime- lech, and governor of Shechem ZEB'U-LUN (habitation). (1) Sixth and last son of Jacob and Leah, who founded the tribe of Zebulun. The territory of this tribe was in the north of Canaan between Issachar, Asher, and Naphtali. (2) City on the border of Asher ZECH'A-RI'AH (whom Jehovah remembers). I.Chr.5,7;8, (I) A Reubenite. (2) Three Levites in 31;9,21,37; David's time. (3) A Benjamite; also called 15,18,20,24; Zacher. (4) Two Kohathites. (5) A Mer- 16,5;24,25; arite porter in the Temple. (6) Father of 26,2,11,14; Iddo. (7) Prince sent by Jehoshaphat to in- 27,21.11. Chr. struct the people in the law. (8) Father of 17,7;20,14; Jahaziel. (9) Son of Jehoshaphat. (10) Sou 21,2;24,20- or grandson of Jehoiada, who was put to 22,25;26.5; death for prophesying agains' Jerusalem. 29,13;34,12. (II) Prophet in the reign of Uzziah. (12) 3S,8.EzralO Levite in the reign of Hezekiah. (13) A 26.Neh.8,4; ruler in the Temple. (14) Two chiefs who Ji-fA-^L returned with Ezra. (15) Name of various J 2 - 1 °^ 5 ''* 1 - Jews after the Captivity. (16) A Templet Isa.8,2, musician. (17) Perhaps identical with No. 11. (18) See Zachariah. (19) The prophet, son of Berechiah; he prophesied in the reign of Darius O. T. Neh.11,29. Num.21,12. N. >. I.K.17.9,10. Luke 4,26. Josh.3,16. I.K.4,12; 7,46. Josh.13,19. Num.26,13. 20.Josh.7, 17.I.Chr.27, 11,13. Ezra 2,8;1Q, 27.Neh.7, 13;10.14. I.Chr.2,33. I.Chr.8,15, 17;12,7;26, 2;27,7.II. Chr.l7,8;19, 11. Ezra 8, 8;10,20. Judg-,8,5-21 Ps.83,11. Ezra 2,57. Neh.7,59. Gen. 10.19; 14,8.Deut. 29,23.I.Sam. 13,18.Neh. 11.34. Hos.11,8. II.K.23.36. Juder.9. 28-41 Gen.35,23; 46,14;49,13. Num.1,31; 13,10;26,26. Josh. 19,10, 27;21,7. Acts 5.37. Matt.4.21; 10,Z;20,20. Mark 1,20. Luke 5,10. Matt.4.13, 15.Rev.7.8. Matt.23,35. Luke 11,51. ZECH-A-RI'AH, BOOK OF. Of all the proph- etic writings this is the hardest to under- stand, on account of its concise form of ex- pression, and the figurative language used. 128 INDEX. ZER ZE'3>AD (steep place). City on the northern boundary of the Promised Land ZBD'E-KI'AH (justice of Jehovah). (1) A false prophet who encouraged Ahab to at- tack the Syrians; and who smote Micaiah the true prophet. (2) The last king of Ju- dah. His proper name was Mattaniah, but it was changed to Zedekiah by Nebuchad- nezzar when he made him king. He reigned eleven years. At the capture of Jerusalem his eyes were put out and he was carried to Babylon. (3) Grandson of Jehoiakim. (4) A false prophet. (5) A prince of Judah. ZE'EB (wolf). A prince of Midian, defeated by Gideon. He was slain in a winepress which later bore his name ZE'LAH (slope). City of Benjamin, where Kish, Saul's father, was buried ZE'LEK (fissure). David's guard An Ammonite, and one of ZE-LO'PHE-HAD. A descendant of Mauas- seh, who died leaving five daughters, but no sons. A law was then made that under such circumstances females should succeed to the inheritance, but they must not mar- ry out of their tribe ZE-LO'TES (a partisan), the Apostle Surname of Simon ZEL'ZAH (clear shade). Town of Benjamin.. ZEM'A-RA'IM (double fleece). (1) Town of Benjamin. (2) A part of Mount Ephraim . ZE-mT'RA (song). Son of Becher ZE'NAN (place of flocks). City of Judah ... ZE'NAS (Zeus given). Christian believer and lawyer .' ZEPH'A-NI'AH. (1) The priest whom the captain of the king of Babylon took to Rib- lah. (2) An ancestor of the prophet Sam- uel. (3) A priest, the father of Josiah and Hen. (4) The ninth of the minor prophets who lived in the days of Josiah; a con- temporary of Jeremiah O. T. Nura.34,8. Ezek.47,15. I.K. 22.11,24 II.K.24,17, 18,20; 2S.7. I,Chr.3.15, 16. II. Chr. 36,10,11. Jer. 21,1,3,7; 29,22; 32,3. 4,5; 37, 1;39, 5, 6. 7; 52, 8, 10, U. Judg.7.25;8, 3. Ps, 83,11. Josh. 18, 28. II.Sam.21, 14. Il.Sam. 23, 37. I.Chr.ll, 39. Num.26,33; 27, 7; 36, 2, 6, 10.11, Josh. 17, 3-6. I.Chr.7.15. I.Sam. 10,2. Josh. 18,22. IIChr.13,4. I.Chr.7,8. Josh. 15,37. II. K. 25, 18, I. Chr. 6. 36. Jer. 21,1; 29, 25-29; 37, 3; 52,24.27. Zeph. 1, 1. Zech,6,10,14 N. T. INDEX. ZIK ZEPH'A-NI'AH, THE BOOK OP. It con- tains that description of the final judgment from which Thomas da Celano, in the mid- dle of the thirteenth century took the key- note for his judgment-hymn, the most sub- lime hymn of the middle ages ZE'PHATH (beacon). See Hormah ZEPH'A-THAH (vale of the alley near Mareshah ZE'PHO (watchtower). called Zephl watchtower). Son of Eliphaz; also ZE'PHON (a looking out). Son of Gad, an- Gen.46.16, Judg.1,17. II.Chr.14,10. Gen.36,11. I,Chr.l,36. cestor of Ziphion. . . the Zephonites; also called ZE'RAH (rising). (1) Son of Reuel. (2) Father of Jobab. (3) See Zarah. (4) Son of Sim- eon. (5) A Gershonite Levite, son of Iddo, and father of Jeaterai. (6) King of Ethio- pia, who attempted to attack Asa, king of Judah, but was unsuccessful ZER'A-HI'AH (Jah has risen). (1) Son of Uzzi; an ancestor of Ezra. (2) Father of Elihoenai Num.26,15. Gen.36.13, 17,33. Num. 26,13,20 I.Chr.4,24;6, 21.41. II. Chr. 14,9-15, I.Chr.6,6,51. Ezra 7, 4; 8,4. ZE'RED (luxuriance). A brook between Num.21,12. Edom and Moab; also called Zared. It was Deut. 2,13,14 the limit of the Israelites' wanderings . . ZER'E-DA (pierced). Place in the plain of the Jordan ZE-RED'A-THAH. Town of Manasseh ZER'E-RATH. District near Abel-meholah . ZE'RESH (gold). The wife of Haman ZE'RETH (splendor). Son of Ashur ZE'RI (balm). Son of Jeduthun; probably the same as Izri ZE^ROR (a particle). Son of Bechorath I.K.11,26. II.Chr.4,17. Judg.7,22. Esth.5,10. I.Chr.4,7. I.Chr.25,3, 11. I. Sam. 9.1. Luke 6, 15 Acts 1,13. Tit. 3.13. ZE-RU'AH (leprous). Mother of Jeroboam .. ZE-RUB'BA-BEL (sown in Babylon). A de- scendant of David and Jehoiakim and the leader of the first band of Jews that re- turned from the captivity in Babylon. He superintended the building of the second Temple and was chiefly instrumental in re- storing the religious rites of the nation; also called Sheshbazzar and Zorobabel ZER'TJ-I'AH (wounded). Daughter of Jesse, sister of David, and mother of three of David's heroes ZE'THAM (olive tree). Son of Laadan ZE'THAN (olive). Son of Bilhan ZE'THAR (star). Eunuch of Ahasuerus ZI'A (motion). A chief Gadite ZI'BA (statue). A servant of Saul who after- ward served Mephibosheth treacherously . . zTb'E-ON (dyed). (1) A Hivite chief. (2) Son of Seir ZIB'I-A (roe). Son of Shaharaim „. ZIB'I-AH (roe). Mother of Jehoash (Joash), king of Judah ZICH'RI (renowned). (1) Son of Izhar. (2) Three Benjamites. (3) A Levite. (4) Two chiefs of David's time. (5) Father of Ama- siah. (6) Father of Elishaphat. (7) An Ephraimite, probably a chief of the tribe, and one of the generals of Pekah, king of Israel. (8) Father of Joel. (9) A priest . . . ZIDT5IM (declivities). City of Naphtali. ZID-KI'JAH (justice of Jehovah). A chief Jewish prince who signed the Covenant . . ZI'DON. See Sidon ZI-DO-NI-ANS. Inhabitants of Zldon or Sidon. ZIF. The second month of the Hebrew sacred year of the eighth month of thv, civil year. zf'HA (dry). (1) One of the Nethinim. (2) A ruler of the Nethinim after the Captivity .. ZIK'LAG (thirsty). City belonging to Simeon, but at times subject to the Philistiues of Gath, whose king, Achish, bestowed it upon David for a residence, after which it per- tained to Judah ZIL'LAH (shade). One of Lamech's wives, and the mother of Tubalcain ZIL'PAH (a dropping). Handmaid of Leah; the mother of Gad and Asher ZIL'THAI (shady). (1) A Benjamite chief. (2) A captain of Manasseh ZIM'MAH (plan, purpose). (1) A son of Ja- hath. (2) The name of two Gershonites . . ZIM'RAN (celebrated). Keturah Son of Abraham and O.T. I.K.11,26. I.Chr.3,19. Ezra 1,8; 2, 2; 3,2; 5, 2, 14 16. Neh. 12.47. Hag 1.1, 12,14; 2 4. Zech.4,6, 7,9. Il.Sam. 2,18; 3,39; 17, 25. I.Chr.2.16. I.Chr.23,8. I.Chr.7,10. Esth. 1,10. I.Chr.S,13. II.Sam.9,2- 16,4; 19,29. Gen. :6,2,14, 20; 24,29. I.Chr.8,9. II. K. 12. 1. II.Chr24,l, Ex. 6, 21. I.Chr,8,19, 23, 27; 9, 15; 26,25; 27, 16. II.Chr.17,16; 23, 1; 28, 7. Neh. 11,9; 12, 17. Josh. 19, 35, Neh. 10, 1, Josh. 11, 8. Gen.10,19. Ezek. 32,30. t.K.6,1,37. Ezra 2, 43. Neh. 7, 46; 11. 21. Josh. 15, 31 19,5. I.Sam 27,5.6. II. Sam. 1,1. Neh.11.28. Gen. 4, 19, 22,. 23 Gen. 29, 24; 30.9. I.Chr.8,20; 12,20. I.Chr.6.20. 42.II.Chr. 29.12. Gen.25,2.I. Chr.1,32. N. T. Matt. 1,12,13 Luke 3,27. ZIM'RI (musical). (1) A son of a chief of the Num.25,14. Simeonites. (2) A captain who conspired Josh, 7,17, against Elah, king of Israel. (3) A son of 18.I.K.16.9, Zerah; also called Zabdi. (4) One of the 15,16 II.K.9, descendants of Saul. (5) A name applied to 31.I.Chr.2,6; a tribe, and supposed to refer to the people 8 '36; 9.42. in Eastern Arabia Jer. 25,25. Num.20,1; 27,14;33,36. Deut.32.51. Josh.15,1-3. I.Chr.23, 10,11. II.Sam.5,7. I.K.8,l.Ps. 2,6;48,2.Isa. 1.27;8.18; 24,23;33,5; 51,16.Jer. 26.18;31,6. Lam.l.4;4, ZlN, WIL'DER-NESS OF (a low palm tree). It formed part of the Arabian desert, south of Palestine. It joined the territory of Ju- dah on the south, and was west of Idumaea. ZI'NA (probably, abundance), also called Zizah Son of Shimel; ZI'ON (sunny). It sometimes denotes the whole of Jerusalem, but literally it means the most southwestern and highest of the hills on which Jerusalem was built. It was originally a Jebusite fortress, which David captured. As David's palace was built here, it was called the "City of David." It is figuratively used as the representative of Matt.21,5. John 12,15. Rom.9,33; ll,26.Heb. 12,22.I.Pet. i 2,6. Rev.14,1 129 INDEX. the city of God, the spiritual city, called Sion Also ZI'OR (smallness). dah Mountainous town of Ju- ZIPH (flowing). (1) Town in the south of Judah. (2) Name of a city in Judah, and of a desert in its vicinity. It was fortified by Rehoboam. (3) Grandson of Caleb. (4) Son of Jehaleleel ZI'PHAH. Son of Jehaleleel ZITHRON (fragrance). A point in the north- ern boundary of the Promised Land zTp'POR (a sparrow). Father of Balak, the Moabitish king ZIP-PO'RAH (little bird). One of the daugh- ters of the Midianitish priest Jethro (Reuel), and the wife of Moses . , ZPTH'rT (Jehovah's protection). Son of TJz- ziel ZIZ (a flower). A pass in Jndah ZI'ZA (abundance). (1) A Simeonite chief. (2) Son of Rehoboam and Maachah ZI'ZAH (full breast). Son of Shimei, a Ger- shonite Levite ; also^ called Zina ZO'AN (place of departure? or low region?). Ancient city of Lower Egypt, on the Tanit- ic branch of the Nile. It was one of the principal royal abodes of the Pharaohs .... ZO'AR (smallness). One of the cities of the plain, originally called Bela, to which Lot and his two daughters fled for refuge when Sodom and Gomorrah were about to be de- stroyed ZO'BAH (a station). A Syrian kingdom, whose king made war against Saul, David, and Solomon. Also called Jobah, Aram-zo- bah, and Hamath-zobah | ZO-BE'BAH (the slow coming). Child of Coz. \ ZO'HAR (whiteness). (1) The father of Eph- ron. (2) Son of Simeon; the same as Zerah, No. 4 O. T. 2;5,18.Joel 2,23. N. T. Josh.15,54. Josh.15,24, 55. 1. Sam. 23,14,15,19; 26,2.I.Chr. 2,42;4,16. II.Chr.11.8. I.Chr.4,16. Num.34,9. Num. 22,2,4 10,16; 23,18 Ex.2,21; 4,25;18,2. Ex.6,22. IIChr.20,16. I.Chr.4,37. II.Chr.11,20. I.Chr.23, 10,11. Num.13,22. Ps.78,12. Isa.19,11; 30,4. Ezek. 30,14. Gen.14,2,; 19,22. Deut.34.3. Isa.15,5. Jer.48,34. I.Sam.14,47. H.Sam.8, 3.I.K.11.23. U.Chr.8,3. I.Chr.4.8. Gen.23.8;25, 9; 46, 10. I. Chr.4,24. INDEX. O.T. ZO'HE-LETH (slippery). A stone near En- I.K.1,9. rogel ZO'HETH (strong). Son of Ishi, of Jndah . . I.Chr.4,20. ZO'PHAH (a cruse). Son of Hotham (Helem), I.Chr.7, the son of Heber, of Asher 35.36. ZO'PHAI (honeycombed) Son of Elkanah, I.Chr.6, No. 2; also called Zuph 26,35. ZO'PHAR (sparrow). A native of Naamah, Job2,ll;ll, and one of the three friends of Job 1;20,1. ZO'PHIM, FIELD OF (fertile). Place on the N top of Pisgah ZO'RAH (hornets' town). Town in the west- Josh. 19,41. era part of Judah, afterward possessed by Judg.13,2, Dan; the birthplace and burial place of 25;16,31;18, Samson. It was also called Zareah, and 2,8.11. Chr. Zoreah 11,10. ZO'RATH-ITES, THE. People of Zorah, de- I.Chr.4,2. scended from Shobal, son of Judah ZO'RE-AH. See Zorah J ZO'RITES, THE. A tribe of Judah through I. Salma ZO-ROB'A-BEL. Greek form of Zerubbabel . ZU'AR (smallness). The father of Nethaneel, Num.l,8;2, of the tribe of Issachar 5;7,18. N. T. ZUPH (honeycomb). (1) A Kohathite, an an- cestor of Samuel; also called Zophai. (2) District northwest of Jerusalem ZLR (rock). (1) A prince of Midian who was slain by Phinehas. A Benjamite, and an ancestor of Saul ZU'RI-EL (God is my rock). A Merarite Le- vite ZU'RI-SHAD'DAI (my rock is the Almighty), Father of Shelumel, a Simeonite prince . . . ZU'ZIMS. Ancient race of giants beyond the Jordan; probably the same as the Zainzum- mims I.Sam.1,1; 9,5,6.I.Chr. 6,26. Num.25,15. I.Chr.8,30. Num.3,35. Num.l,6;2, 12;7.36,41; 10,19. Gen.l4;5. Deut.2,20. Matt.1,12. HOW TO READ THE BIBLE THROUGH IN A YEAR. *Various tables have been constructed for this object, but generally they are confused and difficult to carry out. The following is perhaps one of the simplest arrangements that could be adopted: If the one hundred and nineteenth Psalm be reckoned as eleven chapters («'. e. two parts for a chapter), then all the chapters in the Old Testament will number nine hundred and thirty-nine (930). In the New Testament there are two hundred and sixty chapters (260). Now, if the fifty-two Lord's Days be devoted to the New Testament, five chapters daily would include the whole book («'. e. 52 x 5=260). Reading three chapters daily on the other days of the week, or during three hundred and thirteen days (7. e. 313x3=939), would exactly make nine hundred and thirty-nine, the number of chapters contained in the Old Testament. It is obvious that if the Old and New Testament be read through consecutively from day to day, the same object will be accomplished by reading five chapters on the Lord's Day and three each week day, still remembering to take two parts of the one hundred and nineteenth Psalm as a chapter. During leap years the extra day may be provided for by the division of some of the long chapters, as judgment would direct, so as to have a portion for the last day of February. SELECT CHAPTERS FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS. PARTICULAR OCCASION Affliction Baptism Birth-day Child-birth Death of neighbors Death in the family ... Death of an aged man Death of a wife Dealh of a child Lying detected Marriage New Year Pecuniary losses RECORDED IN OLD RECORDED IN NEW TESTAMENT. TESTAMENT. Job 23. Ps. 27; 42; 119; Rom. 8. II. Cor. 4. Heb. 65,72; 130. Lam. 3. 12. Rev. 21. Mark 16; 16. Acts 10; 37, etc. Ps. 103; 139. I.Sam, l.'.letc. Ps. 127, 128. Job 14. Eccles. 9,12. Ps. 39. I.Cor. 15. Gen. 1. Gen. 23. Il.Sam. 12,15 etc. Ps. 101. Acts 5. Rev. 21. John 2. Eph. 5. Ps. 103. Job 1. PARTICULAR OCCASION Recovery from sickness . Repentance Sabbath-day Servants newly hired Sickness Thanksgiving Traveling Youth leaving the family RECORDED IN OLD TESTAMENT. Job 42. Ps. 30; 91; 103; 116; 118. Isa. 38. Josh. 24. Ps. 51; 32; 78; 130; 139. Ex. 16. Neh. 13,15, etc. Ps. 27; 84; 92; 95; 100; 122. Ps. 6; 23; 38; 78; 102. Isa. 38. Ps. 9;34;46;61;29;101; 103; 138; 145; 147. Ps. 121. Gen. 39. Prov.1,4. Eccles. 12. RECORDED IN NEW TESTAMENT. Col. 3. Rom. 8. II. Cor. 5. Rev. 21. 130 \ GENEALOGY OF THE PATRIARCHS. Adam created Seth born Enos born Cainan born Mahalaleel born . Jared born Enoch born Methuselah born Lamech born Adam died Enoch translated. Seth died Noah born Enos died Cainan died Mahalaleel died... Jared died Shem born Lamech died Methuselah died-. The Deluge Arphaxad born... Salah born Eber born Peleg born Reu born.. Serug born Nahor born Terah born Peleg died Nahor died. Noah died.. Abram born Reu died .. Serug died Terah died Arphaxad died... Isaac born Salah died Shem died Jacob born Abraham died Eber died Isaac died Jacob died > 3 3 O c 3 130 235 325 395 460 622 687 874 930 987 1042 1056 1 140 1235 1290 1422 1558 165 1 1656 1656 1658 1693 1723 1757 1787 1819 1849 1878 1996 1997 2006 2008 2026 2049 2083 2096 2108 2*126 2158 2168 2183 2187 2288 2315 CO a> o n o 3- 4004 3874 3769 3679 3609 3544 3382 3317 3130 3074 3017 2962 2948 2864 2769 2714 2582 2446 2353 2348 2348 2346 2311 2281 2247 2217 2185 2155 2126 2008 2007 1998 1996 1978 1955 1921 1908 1896 1878 1846 1836 1821 1817 1716 1689 CO 130 235 325 395 460 622 687 874 930 105 195 265 330 492 557 744 m 3 o - 38- 39- 40. 41. 42. 43- 44. 45- 46. 47- 48. 49 5o. 5i- 52. 53- 54- The multiplication of languages Certain Sodomites smitten with blindness. Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah Lot's wife turned into a pillar of salt. The burning bush not consumed Moses' rod transformed into a serpent. . . . Moses' hand made leprous and healed .... Aaron's rod transformed into a serpent. . . . The Ten Plagues The pillar of cloud by day and of fire by night The Red Sea divided, and returned to its channel The waters of Marah made sweet Quails and manna sent Water brought from the rock Victory over the Amalekites Aaron's rod buds, blossoms and bears al- monds Korah and his party destroyed Plague sent and stayed Fiery serpents sent and some of those bitten, cured Balaam's ass speaks Aaron's sons consumed with fire from Heaven Miriam's leprosy cured The Jordan divided PLACE. Babel. Sodom . Gom- Sodom and orrah . On the road from Sodom . Horeb. Horeb. Horeb . Egypt. Egypt. Near Egypt. Near Egypt. Marah . The wilderness. Horeb and Meri- bah. Rephidim. Kadesh . The walls of Jericho fall The sun and moon stand still Samson receives from En-hakkore Sacrifices consumed by fire from Heaven . . Dagon and many Philistines fall before the ark Beth-Shemeshites smitten Thunder and rain in harvest time in answer to Samuel's prayer Uzzah struck dead Jeroboam's hand withered The widow's mea[ and oil multiplied Ahaziah's captains and their fifties con- sumed The chariot of fire takes Elijah to Heaven. . The waters of Jericho made fit to drink Water provided for a large army The widow's oil multiplied The Shunammite's son raised Poisonous pottage cured One hundred men fed with twenty loaves. . Naamar.'s leprosy cured Gehazi made leprous Axe head caused to float A" Syrian band smitten with blindness^ The Syrian army put to flight The dead man revived by contact with Elisha's remains . Sennacherib's army destroyed The sun made to go back Uzziah made leprous Saved in the fiery furnace Daniel saved from lions Jonah in the whale's belly. Jonah delivered Desert of Zin. Pethor. Sinai. Hezeroth. River of Jordan . Jericho. Gibeon. Lehi. Several places . Ashdod. Beth-Shemesh. Gilgal. Perez-Uzzah . Bethel. Zarephath . Near Samaria. Near the Jordan , Jericho . Moab. Shunam. Gilgal. Gilgal. River of Jordan. Samaria. Jordan . Dothan. Samaria. Jerusalem. Jerusalem. Jerusalem. Babylon. Babylon. Mediterranean. Mediterranean. THE OBJECT OR OCCASION. To defeat wrong ambition . To punish them for murderous intent. As punishment for their great wickedness . As punishment for disobedience in looking back. The call of Moses. To confirm his faith. To confirm his faith. To convince Pharaoh of his and Moses' divine mission. To compel Pharaoh to let the Israelites go forth. To baffle the Egyptians and guide the Israelites. To make a road for the Israelites and drown the Egyptians. To supply drinking water for the Israelites. To supply the Israelites with food. To supply the Israelites with water. To convince the Israelites of his authority. As punishment for their rebellion. To rebuke their murmurings. To rebuke their murmurings. To rebuke him for going to Balak. For offering strange fire. In answer to Moses' prayer. To open passage for Israelites and for Elijah and Elisha. To aid the Israelites in its capture. To lengthen the day for the Israelites. To slake his thirst. To attest divine authority. To compel the Philistines to return it to its rightful keepers. To punish irreverence. To inspire reverence. To punish presumption. To punish his defiance of God's messenger. To provide her and her son and the prophet with food. To rebuke Ahaziah's defiance of God's prophet. To show God's especial regard for him . In answer to the prayer of the people. To afford means to pay her debts. As a reward for her regard to the prophet. To supply food for the sons of the prophets. The same purpose as the last. Because of his faith . As punishment. To rescue the prophet. To deliver Samaria from siege. To deliver Jerusalem, in answer to Heze- kiah's prayer. As a proof of what the prophet had said . To punish him for usurping ihe priests : functions. To attest God's power and providence. The same object. To punish his attempt to escape duty. In answer to his repentant prayer. THE TEXT. Gen. 11,7-9. Gen. 19,11. Gen. 19,24-25. Gen. 19,26. Ex. 3,2. Ex. 4,2-5. Ex. 4,6-7. Ex. 7,10-12. Ex. 7,12. Ex. 13,20-22. Ex. 14,21-30. Ex. 15, 22-25. Ex. 16,13-35. Ex. 17,5-7. Num. 20,8-12. Ex. 17,8-16. Num. 17,1-13. Num. 16,31-35. Num. 16,41-50. Num. 21,7-9. Num. 22,28-31. Lev. 10,1-2. Num. 12,10-15. Josh. 3,14-17.11. Kings 2,8-14. Josh. 6,6-20. Josh. 10,12-13. Judg. 15,19. Judg. 6,21; 13, 19-20; Lev. 9, 24,1. K. 18,38; II. Chr. 7,1. I. Sam. 5. I. Sam. 6,19. I. Sam. 12,18. II. Sam. 6,7. I. Kings 13,4-6. I. K. 17,10-16. II. K. 1,9-12. II. K. 2,11. II. K II. K II. K II. K II. K II. K II. K II. K II. K II. K II. K II. K .2,19-22. . 3,16-20. • 4,1-7- • 4,32-36. • 4,40-41. . 4,42-44. . 5,10-14. • 5,24-27. . 6,6. .6,18. • 7,6-7- . 13,20-21. II. K. 19,35. II. K. 20,9-11. II. Chr.26,19-21. Dan. 3,19-27. Dan. 6,16-23. Jon. 1,17. Jon. 2. THE MIRACLES OF OUR LORD. WITH THOSE PERFORMED NOT BY HIM DIRECTLY, BUT TO ATTEST HIS DIVINITY. ORDER. XII. XVIII. XXXV. XLI. IV. XIII. XV, XX. XXIV. XXVIII. XXXI. II. VI. VII. VIII. IX. x. XI. XVII. XIX. XXV. XXVII. XXX. XXXII. XXXIII. XXXIV. XXXVI. XXXVII. XL. I. III. XXI. XXVI. XXIX. XLII. XVI. XXXVIII. V. XIV. XXII. XXIII. XXXIX. Year of Our Lord. 27 27 29 29 27 27 27 27 28 28 29 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 28 28 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 27 27 28 28 28 29 27 29 27 27 28 28 29 B.C.4 A.D.26 28 29 29 29 29 MIRACLES OF RAISING THE DEAD. as they were bearing the ruler of the syna- The only son of a widow- him to the grave The daughter of Jairus, gogue Lazarus — when he had been dead four days His own body — the third day from interment MIRACLES OF EXORCISING DEVILS. The man of an unclean spirit The demoniac who was blind and dumb .... The two men possessed of Legion, exceeding fierce The dumb man possessed of a devil The daughter of the Syrophoenldan woman The lunatic boy, the disciples having failed The devil that was dumb MIRACLES OF HEALING. Nobleman's son — of a fever Peter's mother-In-law — of a fever. A man full of leprosy The man borne by four — of palsy The impotent man who had been afflicted thirty eight years The man with withered hand The centurion's servant— of palsy The woman who had been twelve years with issue of blood Sight restored to two men Hearing and speech restored to a man Sight restored to a man Sight given to a man who was born blind . A woman who had been eighteen years afflicted. A man — of dropsy Ten men — of leprosy Sight restored to a beggar Sight restored to Bartimaeus The ear of Marcus, the high priest's servant — MIRACLES OF SUPPLY. Water converted into wine Peter's net filled with immense draught of fish . Five thousand men, besides women and children fed. Four thousand men, besides women and chil dren, fed A fish furnishes tribute money A great haul of fish MIRACLES OF JUDGMENT. The swine run down a steep place into the sea and are drowned The fig tree withered MIRACLES OF DELIVERANCE He delivers Himself from His enemies The wind and sea obey His word Peter saved, trying to walk on the sea, as Jesus was walking The wind ceases, and the vessel is instantly at the land . . Those sent to apprehend Him fall backward — MIRACLES WROUGHT NOT DIRECTLY BY HIM BUT TO ATTEST HIS DIVINITY. The guidance of the Magi by a Star of Bethlehem The Signs at His Baptism . The Signs at His Transfiguration The answer to His Prayer The signs at His Death The signs at His Resurrection The signs at His Ascension PLACE. Nain. Capernaum. Bethany. Garden of Joseph Capernaum . Capernaum. Gadara Capernaum. Borders of Tyre and Sidon. Plain of Galilee. Capernaum. Cana. Capernaum. Place near Chorazin . Capernaum. Pool of Bethesda. Capernaum . Capernaum. Capernaum . Capernaum. Decapolis . Bethsaida. Pool of Siloam . Galilee. Near Jerusalem . Near Jerusalem. Jericho. Jericho. Cana. Sea of Galilee. Decapolis. Decapolis. Sea of Galilee. Sea of Galilee. Gadara. Near Bethany. Nazareth. Sea of Galilee. Sea of Galilee. Sea of Galilee. Bethabara. Mount Tabor. Jerusalem. Calvary. Garden of Joseph. Bethany. Matt. 9,i8-2f5| 5,22-43 16,9-1 1 12,22-23 8,28-34 9.32-35 20,22-28 17,14-21 8,14-17 8,2-4 9,1-8 8,5-13 9,20-22 9,27-31 14,15-21 15,32-39 17-27 8,30-32 21,18-21 8,23-37 14,28,31 2,1-9 3,16-17 17,1-14 27,45-53 28,2 16,19 Mark. 1,23-26 3,19-30 5,1-20 7,24-30 9,14-39 1,29.31 1,40-45 3,3-12 3,1-5 5>25-34 7,12-37 8,22-26 10,46-52 6,35*44 8,1-10 11,12-14 4,37*41 6,45-52 6,51-52 1,9-12 9,1-14 Luke. 7,11-16 8,41-56 24,1-7 4,33-37 11,14-23 8,26-39 9.37-43 9,14-26 4,38-39 5,13-16 5,17-26 6,6-10 7,2-10 8,43-48 13,11-17 14,1-6 17,11-19 18,35-43 22,50-51 5,1-11 9,12-17 4,30 8,22-25 3,21-23 9,28-37 16,4 24,50-51 John 11, 32-44 20,1-9. 4,46-54 5,1-16 9-7 2,i-ii 6,5-14 21,6-14 6.21 18,4-6 12,28-30 Acts 1,6-12 1*3 MIRACIiES WROUGHT BY THE HOLY GHOST, AND BY THE APOSTLES AND OTHER DISCIPLES. YEAR OF OUR LORD. CHARACTERS OF THE MIRACLES- (B.C. 27 27 28 28 29 29-30 29 3° 30 3i 32 32 33 37 37 44 44 45 46 S3 53 57 60 62 62 6) Zacharias is punished for unbelief by being cte' prived of speech for a season Curative properties are imparted to the Pool of Bethesd'a Devils are cast out and many sick persons cured Devils are cast out Devils are subject to them through the name of Jesus The power of speaking languages they had not learned bestowed on the apostles and disciples of the ascended Jesus Their commission is attested by many signs and wonders . . A man lame from his birth is enabled to walk and leap Ananias and Sapphira are struck dead for lying to the Holy Ghost Some of the apostles, having been cast into prison, are delivered without the doors being opened or the guard disturbed BY WHOM WROUGHT Being full of faith and power does wonders and miracles among the people Unclean spirits are cast out, and many cases of palsy, lameness, etc., are cured St. Philip having baptized the Eunuch is "caught away" and taken to Azotus A series of miracles connected with the conver sion of Saul of Tarsus Eneas, who had been bedfast with palsy for eight years, is made whole Tabitha is raised from the dead St. Peter, being in chains and in prison, is de- livered Herod Agrippa I. dies, because he fails to rebuke impious flattery Elymas, the Sorcerer, trying to prevent the con version of Sergius Paulus, is stricken with temporary total blindness A man who had been such a cripple from birth that he never had walked is enabled to walk and leap Casts out a spirit of divination St. Paul and Silas having been cast into prison, their feet fast in stocks, the prison doors are opened and the stocks loosed Special miracles are wrought without his seeing the objects Eutychus, killed by a fall from a window, is restored to life A deadly viper proves harmless The father of Publius and many other sick per sons cured Angel — Gabriel. An angel. The apostles. One not a disciple. The seventy disciples- The Holy Ghost. The Apostles. St. Peter ("with St. John). St. Peter. The Angel of the Lord. St. Stephen, the Deacon. St. Philip, the Deacon. Spirit of the Lord. The Glorified Jesus. St. Peter. St. Peter. The Angel of the Lord- The Angel of the Lord. St. Paul, the Apostle. St. Paul. St. Paul. By an earthquake. St. Paul. St. Paul. St. Paul. WHERE WROUGHT. St. Peter, Jerusalem — Temple. Jerusalem. Throughout Galilee. Place not recorded. Galilee. Jerusalem — Upper room. Jerusalem — Gate Beautiful. Jerusalem. Jerusalem. Judea. A city of Samaria. Near Gaza. Near Damascus. Lydda. Joppa. Jerusalem. Caesarea. Paphos. Lystra. Philippi. Philippi. Ephesus. Troas. Island of Melita. Island of Melita. THE RECORD. Luke 1,11-23,57-79. John 5,2-4. Mark 6,7-13. Mark 9,38-40. Luke 10,17. Acts 2,1-42. Acts 2,43; 5,12-16. Mark 16,20. Acts 3,4-16. Acts 5,1-11. Acts 5,17-24. Acts 6,8. Acts 8,6-13. Acts 8,30-40. Acts 9,3-18 Acts 9,33-35- Acts 9,36-42. Acts 12, 4-17. Acts 12,21-23. Acts 13,6-12. Acts 14,8-11. Acts 16,18. Acts 16,23-24. Acts 19,11-12. Acts 20,9-12. Acts 28,7-9. THE HOLY GHOST. Titles and Names Applied to the Holy Ghost, Giving Reference in Old and New Testament, TITLES AND NAMES. The Spirit of God The Spirit . Holy Spirit of God . Holy Spirit The Spirit of the Lord . The Spirit of the Lord God Spirit of the Father Spirit of Jesus Christ Spirit of Christ Spirit of the Son The Eternal Spirit . The Free Spirit The Good Spirit . Spirits of God . • My Spirit . . Thy Spirit His Spirit . . . Spirit of Adoption Spirit of Burning . . Spirit of Counsel . Spirit of Faith Spirit of the Fear of the Lord Spirit of Glory Spirit of Grace . . FOUND IN OLD TESTAMENT. Gen. 1,2; 41,38. Ex. 31. 3. Job 27,3:28,4, Ezek.11,24 Is. 32,15. Ezek. 1,3; 3,12. Is.63,10-11. Ps. 51,11. Is.63.10. Is.11,2-50,19; 63,14. Is.61.1. Ps.51.12. Num. it. 17. Neh.9,20. Zee. 3,9. Gen. 6. 3. Is. 42.1: 44.3. Ezek. 39.29. Joel 2,28. Neh.9,30. Ps. 104,30; 139.7. Num. 11,29. Job 26,13. Is. 48,16. Zec.7,12. Is. 56,5. Is.4,4. Is. 11, 2. Is. 11,2. Zee. 12, 10. FOUND IN NEW TESTAMENT. Mat. 3,16; 12,28. Rom. 8,9-14. Mat. 4, 1. Mark 1,10-12. John 1,32-33. Luke 2,27; 4,14. John 3,34; 7,39- Acts 2,4; 8,24; 10,19. Eph.4,30. Luke 11,13. Eph.1,13. I.Thes.4,8. Acts 5,9-2. IICor.3,17. Luke 4,18. Mat. 10, 20. Phil.1,19. Rom. 8.9. l.Pet.1,11. Gal. 4, 6. Heb.9,14. II.Cor.3,17. Rev. 1,4. Mat. 12, 18. G»l.5,i6-i7- I.Cor.3,10. 1 John 4,13. Rom. 8, 15. II.Cor.4,13. I.Pet.4,14. Heb. 10,29. TITLES AND NAMES. Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Spirit of Holiness . Judgment . Knowledge Life . Love . Might . Promise . Prophecy . Revelation Supplication Truth FOUND IN OLD TESTAMENT. Spirit of Understanding Spirit of Wisdom , '■riolyGbost , . The Voice of the Almighty Voice of the Lord . Breath of the Almighty The Comforter Power of the Highest . An Unction from the HolyOne Truth .... Is.4,4; 28,6. Is. 11, 2. Is. 11,2. Zee. 12.10. FOUND IN NEW TESTAMENT. Rom. 1,4. Is. 11,2, Ex.28,3 Deut.34.9. Is. Ezek. 1,24. Gen. 3,8. Deut. 4,30:8,20. Is.6,8. Job 33,4 Rom.8,2. Rev. 11, 11. II.Tim.i,7. Eph.1,13. Rev.19,10. Eph.1,17. John 14,17; 15,26; 16,13. I.John 4,6. Eph.1,17. Mat.i, 18-20; 12,31; 28,19 Mark 12,36; 13,11. Luke iiX5"35-4l-67; 3,25-26; 3,22; 4,1. John 7,39; 14,26; 20,22. Acts 1,2-8; 2,4-33:4,8-31; 5.3- This name occurs In the New Testament nearly one hundred times. John 14,16. John 14,16-26; 15,26; 16,7 Luke 1,35. I.John 2,20. I.John 5,6. EVIDENCES. He is called God He Is called the Lord or Je- hovah . , . . Blasphemy against Him the one unpardonable sin Essential perfections of God are ascribed to Him. Eter- nal existence Omniscience Omnipresence Omnipotence Works of Divine Power are attributed to Him . Begets the Son of God. Anoints Jesus for His Work Communicates Supernatural Gifts .... FOUND IN OLD TESTAMENT. Is. 6,8-9. Ex. 17.7. Jer. 3L3I-34. Ps. 139.7. FOUND IN NEW TESTAMENT. Acts 5,3-4. 1. Cor. 3,16. Acts 28,25. Heb. 3,7-9; 10,15-16. Matt. 12,32. Heb. 9,14. I. Cor. 2,10-12. I. Cor. 3,16; 6,19. I. Cor. 12,4-11. Luke 1,27-35. Matt. 1,18- Luke 4,18-21. I. Cor. 12,1-11. HIS MINISTRATIONS. Instructs man by Inspiration of the Bible . By direct teaching Regenerates man . , Job 33.4. Makes man the child of God Gives the power of prayer and prays with and for man Gives and Increases faith Enables man to bring forth good fruit to God's glory] OLD TESTAMENT. NEW TESTAMENT. Acts 1,16; 28,25. 1. Cor. 2, 12-13. Eph. 6, 17. II. Tim. 3,16. Heb. 3,7. II. Peter 1,11,12-21. Luke 1,67-70; 2,26-27. John 14,26; 16,13-14. I. Cor. 2,9-14. Eph. iri7. I. John 2,20-27. John 3,5-6. Rom. 8,4-13. Titus 3,5. Gal. 4,6-7. Rom. 8,14-17. Rom. 8,26-27. Eph. 2,18; 6,18. I. Cor. 2,14; 12,3-9. H. Cor. 4,13. Gal. 5,5. I. John 4,2. Jude 20. Gal. 5,22-23. Eph. 5,9.11 Tim. 1,7. I.Peter 1,22. EVIDENCES. Works of Divine Power con- vinces man of sin . Admits him to the Father Enlightens his mind Regenerates his soul . Sanctifies his nature Endows him with Christian graces. . . . Seals him to eternal life . Reveals future events . Inspires the prophets . He Is distinctly named as a person in the God head: In the baptismal formula In the apostolic benediction One of the witnesses In Heaven FOUND IN OLD TESTAMENT. FOUND IN NEW TESTAMENT. John 16,8. Eph. 2,18. I. Cor. 2,10. John 3,5-6. I. Cor. 6,11. Gal. 5,22-23. Eph. 4,30: 1,13-14. Luke 2,26. Acts 1,16-28. Eph. 6,17. II. Peter 1,21. Matt."28,T9. II. Cor. 13,14. I. John 5,7. HIS MINISTRATIONS. Sanctifies man How we may obtain the Holy Spirit in answer to prayer By faith .... By repentance and obedience If we keep our Lord's com- mandments the Holy Ghost w ill abide with us forever If we are Christians we are His Temple . . . We must live as becomes His Holy Presence We must not grieve Him , OLD TESTAMENT. NEW TESTAMENT. Rom. 8,2-5-9-13; 15, r 6. I. Cor. 12,13; 6,11. II.Thes. 2,13. I. Peter 1,2-22. Luke 11,13. James 1,5-7 John 7,38-39. Gal. 3,2-3- 14. Eph. 1,13. Acts 2,38. Titus 3,5. I. Peter 3,21. John 14,15-17. I, Cor. 3,16; 6,19. I. Cor. 3,17; 6,19-20. Eph. 4,30. THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT. > ) £r* Section. II. III. IV. VI. VII. VIII. 2X. XI. XII. XIII. XIV. XV. XVII. XVIII. The Lessons Indicated in the Several Sections or Divisions. The Beatitudes. These were calculated to rectify the mistaken notion of the Jews respecting the.Messiah's kingdom. They have been designated " Christian paradoxes," because they place happiness in such dispositions of mind as men generally deem incompatible with it. Here the great fact is laid down that Christians are to be the light of the world, and that their conduct and influences are to elevate and bless mankind The permanency of the law is declared; like the great Lawgiver, it is holy in its character, it cannot change, and it demands purity in all Hence, spirituality of life, godly-control of all man's powers, and self-rule, are essential to the Christian character V. The ordering of speech and the sanctity of oaths and of vows are there expounded. Revenge is forbidden, and a genial and tender spirit is enjoined. Benevolence to the poor is recognized as a duty and ostentation is severely condemned. Directions given for prayer, and the form usually known as the " Lord's Prayer " set forth Purity and simplicity of heart enjoined, and the sin of hypocritical display duly censured Heavenly treasures and the riches of earth contrasted as to their value. ' No man can serve two masters," — the need of spiritual illumination. Why we should trust in God. Knowledge of self and charity toward others commended. Manifold and precious encouragements to prayer stated and urged on Christians. A rule of duty laid down to guide all through the "strait gate " . XVI. How to distinguish about character. " The tree is known by its fruit" The sad insecurity of the mere formalist, and the uselessness of being only professors. An illustration to show the fate of the unwise who build on a sandy foundation, and the safety of those who are resting on the Rock of Salvation Passage. Mat.5,1-12. Mat.5, 13-16. Mat. 5, 17-20. Mat.5, 21-32. Mat.5, 33-37. Mat. 5, 38-48. Mat.6,1-8. Mat.6,0-15. Mat.6,16-18. Mat.6, 19-22. Mat.6,23-24. Mat.6,25-34. Mat.7,1-5. Mat.7,6-11. Mat.7, 12-14. Mat.7, 15-20. Mat.7,21-23. Mat. 7,24-29. PRAYERS ANSWERED. SUBJECT OR NATURE OF PETITION. |By whotn offered 10. II. 12. 13- 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. Being childless, asks an heir Permission to escape to Zoar For success on his errand.. For children .....;... Implores deliverance from his brother Wrestles with God all night for his blessing For deliverance from bondage That he may see the Prom- ised Land Power to overcome the king of Canaan For signs of success For water to quench his thirst For strength to obtain ven- geance on the Philistines. For a son Returns thanks and prays for continued favor For an understanding heart. For deliverance from a Syr- ian force For deliverance from the the Syrians Protection ag'nstSennacherib For recovery from dangerous illness For the Divine blessing For victory in an approach- ing battle For victory over Jeroboam. . For aid against theEthiopians For victory over the Syrians For protection against his enemies For deliverance from the Assyrians For protection against San- ballat and Tobiah For moderation in his desires For deliverance from the whale . .. . Abram. Lot. Eliezer. Isaac. Jacob. Israel. Thelsraelites Moses. Thelsraelites Gideon. Samson. Samson. Hannah. David. Solomon. Elisha. Jehoahaz. Hezekiah. Hezekiah. Jabez. Reubenites. Abijah's Army. Asa. J ehoshaphat J ehoshaphat Manasseh. Nehemiah. Agur. Jonah. The Record. Gen. 15, 1-6. Gen. 19,18-22. Gen. 24. Gen. 25,21,24-26 Gen. 32,9. 33,4. Gen. 32,24-30. Ex. 2,23.25. Deut.3,25;3i,i-4 Judg. 4,3-23- Judg. 6,36-40. Judg. 15,18-19. Judg. 16,28-30. I.Sam. 1,10-28. II. Sam. 7. I.K. 3,6-14. U.K. 6,17-23. ii.k. 13.4-5. ILK. 19,15. II.K. 20. I.Chron. 4,10. I.Chron.5,18-22. Il.Chr. 13,14-18. Il.Chr. 14,11-15. Il.Chr. 18,34. Il.Chr. 20,6-27. Il.Chr. 33,12-13. Neh. 5. Prov. 29. Jonah 2. SUBJECT OR NATURE OF PETITION. 41. 42. 43- 44. 45. 46. For a son For mercy, forgiveness and justification To be remembered by Jesus. On choosing an apostle For protection under perse- cution For Divine favor and en- lightenment For Ishmael For Sodom and Gomorrah . . For Abimelech and his family For Pharaoh (four times) . . . For the children of Israel(five times) For Miriam For the Israelites For God's favor on the peo pie and on the Temple For the cure of the king's hand To restore the widow's [son to life That God would triumph over Baal By whom offered 47. To restore the Shunammite's son to life 48. For those who had eaten the passover unsanctified . . 49. For the people 50. Confession in behalf of the people 51. For the remnant in captivity 52. For relief of the people in the great famine 53. For the remnant of Judah 54. For the restoration of Jeru- salem 55. For revival of God's work 56. To restore Dorcas to life. . 57. For St. Peter's deliverance from prison 58. For the father of Publius. . Zacharias. The Publican Crucified Thief. TheApostles. The Church. Cornelius. Abraham. Abraham. Abraham. Moses. Moses. Moses. Samuel. Solomon. A prophet. Elijah. Elijah. Elisha. Hezekiah. The Levites. Ezra. Nehemian. Jeremiah. Jeremiah. Daniel. Habakkuk. St. Peter. The Church. St. Paul. The Record. Luke 1,13. Luke 18,9-14. Luke 23,42-43. Acts 1,15-26. Acts 4,23-31. Acts 10,1-4. Gen. 17,18-20. Gen. 18,20-32. Gen. 20,17. Ex.8,12,13,30, 3i;9,33;io,i8-i 9 . Ex.32, 11-14,31-54:33. 15-17. Num.ii,2;i4, 13-20; 21,7-8. Num. 12,11-14. I.Sam. 7,5-12. I.K. 8,9,13. I.K. 13,6. I.K. 17,20-23. I.K. 18,36-38. II.K. 4,33-35- Il.Chr. 30,18-20. Il.Chr. 30,27. Ezra 9. Neh. 1. Jer. 14. Jer. 42. Dan. 9,20-23. Hab. 3. Acts 9,40. Acts 12,5-12. Acts 28,8. THE PRAYERS OF JESUS CHRIST. THE LESSON WE SHOULD LEARN. Hi 1. We must not attempt to"ful fill righteousness" without prayer — God answers promptlyand unmistakably 2. The duty of early morning prayer— of secret prayer; also that we should enter our daily duties with prayer. 3. To withdraw from the multi- tude and pray in secret. . . . 4. Every work designed to ad- vance God's glory should open with prayer; we should not limit the time 5. We must be as babes if we would receive Divine Light; we should be thankful for what seems good in God's sight .- . The duty of giving thanks at each meal The duty of closing the day's work with prayer The duty of social prayer. . . The duty of frequent secret prayer We should recognize God's power; God hears prayer at all times We should learn of Jesus how to pray ',Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven" Not to pray for deliverance 6. 8 9 10 11. 12. Where Offered. The Jordan. "A Solitary Place", Ca- pernaum. Chorazin — Wilderness. Capernaum - Mountain. Nain. Sea of Galilee, Jer'I'm.Emmaus Bethsaida — Mountain. Mt. Tabor. Dist.of Cass. Philippi. Bethany. Gethsemane. Brothers of Judea. Where Recorded. Luke 3,21-22. Mark 1,35. See Isa.26,9. Ps.5,3; 43, i- Luke 5,16. See Matt. 6,5. Luke 6,12. See I.Thes.5,i7.Col. 4,2. Ps. 55,17. Matt. 11,25-26. See Isa- 28,9. Matt. 15,36. Luke 6,41524,30; Matt. 26,26-27. Matt. 4,23. John 6,i5;seePs.55,i7. Luke 9,28-29. Luke 9,18. John 11,41-42; see Ps. 123,1-2. Luke 11,1-4; see Matt. 6,7-8. Matt. tg,i3;see I. Pet. 2,i-2;Mat.i8,5;Ps.8,2 THE LESSON WE SHOULD LEARN. 14. 15- 16. even from the severest suf ferings, but seek God's glory in all things We should remember first in all of our prayers, God glory; we should so live that we may at death, say with Jesus, "I have glori fied thee on the earth; I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do"-; it is our duty to pray for others The duty of intercessory prayer The thrice uttered prayer of Jesus' agony should teach us: 1st, A higher sense of His sufferings for us. 2nd, That it is not wrong to be "exceeding sorrowful." 3d, While we pray to be deliv- ered from evil, to say from the heart, "not as I will but as thou wilt" That we must pray for our bitterest enemies The love that induced ourSav- iour to bear such sufferings for us as called for this pray- er should teach us to love Him more and more each day. May we be able to utter the same glorious prayer 2o. May we share therein Where Offered. 19. Jerusalem- Temple. Where Recorded. John 12,27-28; see John 13,31- 32; Phil. 1, 20-21. Jerusalem — Upper Chamber. Jer. — Upper Chamber. G ethsemane Calvary. Calvary. Calvary. Bethany. John 17. Luke 22,32. Matt.26, 36-44; Mark 14,32-40; Luke 22,40-44; Luke 22,40,43, 44,46. Luke 23,34; see Matt. 5,44- Matt. 27,46; Mark 15,34; see John 19,30. Luke 23,46. Luke 24, 50- 51. uf7 PAUL'S IilFE INDEXED. RECORDED EVENTS. Born at Tarsus, the capital of Cilicia Learns the trade of tent making Taught according to "the perfect manner of the law of the fathers" by Gamaliel While still a "young man" he participates vigorously In the persecution of Christians Yet breathing out threatening and slaughter, he seeks and obtains a commission from the high priestto go into Damascus on his cruel errand cf persecution : Near Damascus, a vivid, miraculous light shines from Heaven and blinds him, and Saul and his company fall to the earth Jesus appears to him and converses with him, directing him to go into the city to learn what he shall do PLACE. YEAR OF OUR LORD, Tarsus. Tarsus. Jerusalem. Damascus. Near Damascus. Near Damascus. He arises and is led into Damascus, where he remains blind for three days Ananias, being sent by the Lord, comes to Paul, restores his sight and baptizes him Then being thus born again, he retires to Arabia for a season, and returning to Damascus at once enters upon his apostolic labors, preaching Christ in the synagogues of Damascus, exciting the amazement of the multitude, and increasing the more in spiritual strength, he confounds the Jews The Jews of Damascus lie in wait day and night to kill him, but he escapes by being let down in a basket at night He proceeds to Jerusalem where the disciples are at first afraid of him, but being convinced of the change in his character, receive him into their fellowship He preaches boldly; the Jews of Jerusalem seek his life and he escapes to his native city Barnabas goes to Tarsus after him and they proceed to Antioch, where they remain a whole year, and establish the first Gentile church. (The disciples were first called Christians at Antioch.) Barnabas and Paul carry relief to the poor brethren in Judea Having fulfilled their charge, they return to Antioch, John Mark accompanying them Paul and Barnabas are set apart by the church at Antioch, as commanded by the Holy Ghost, for mission- ary work among the Gentiles; they start on their first tour, taking Mark with them; at Salamis they, preach in the synagogue At Paphos, Elymas (Bar-jesus), the sorcerer, is struck blind, Sergius Paulus, the proconsul, is converted Then they go to Perga, in Pamphylia, where Mark leaves them Thence they go to Antioch, in Pisidia.where Saul preaches with good effect a powerful sermon to the Jews which, by request of the Gentiles, he repeats to them the following Lord's day with marked success. . . Thence to Iconium, where they convert a great many people They go to Lystra and Derbe; at the former, Paul cures the man who had been lame from his birth The people regard the apostles as gods, and are withdifficulty restrained from offering sacrifices to them Not long after some Jews from Antioch (in Pi sidia) and Iconium induce the fickle people of Lystra to stone Saul; they leave him, supposing him dead, but he recovers miraculously.and he and Barnabas go to Derbe Thence they go again via Lystra, to Perga, in Pamphylia, and Into Attalla, and then return to Syrian Antioch. Thus ends Paul's first missionary tour, and he remains at Antioch for about four years PanI attends the church council held at Jerusalem to decide about the circumcision of the Gentile converts Saul, with a number of others, goes back to Antioch, bearing the decision to the Gentile churches in Syria and Cilicia His second missionary tour commences He passes through Syria and Cilicia to Derbe and Lystra, where he meets with Timothy, whom he take 5 wiih him on his tour He travels from city to city doing much good At Troas, Luke joins the company, and in response to a vision Paul goes into Macedonia; atPhilippi, Lyd ia is converted, she and her familvare baptized, and she constrains the apostle and his party to abide at her house Paul exorcises a spirit of divination from a young girl, whose masters bring him and Silas before the magistrates; they are beaten and cast into prison, their feet being put in stocks At midnight the prison doors are miraculously opened and their bonds loosed; the jailer is converted; he and his family are baptized In the morning they are released and depart from Philippi going to Thessalonica, where Paul converts many people Paul and his company go to Berea, where they are very successful Thence to Athens, where Paul delivers a powerful sermon, and converts but few people He soon goes to Corinth; here he preaches on the Sabbaths; among the converts, many In number, is Cris- pus, the chief ruler of the synagogue; the Lord appears to Paul and encourages him in his work; he remains in this city a year and and a half He goes to Ephesus; thence, touching at Ceesarea, he hastens to Jerusalem, and returns to Antioch ........ After a brief rest, he makes a rapid tour (the third) throngh Galatia and Phrygla He goes again to Ephesus, where he baptizes in Jesus' name twelve of St. John Baptist's disciples, and receives the Holy Ghost; he preaches almost two years in the school of Tyrannus; "God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul''; his success here is wonderful, especially after God has discom fited certain vagabond Jewish exorcists who strive to perform miracles similar to his Paul leaves Ephesus and visits Macedonia and Greece; then returns to Philippi He goes to Troas, where Eutychus is killed by a fall from a window of a room where Paul was preaching and is restored to life by the apostle; he sails to Miletus; here he sends for the pastors of the church at Ephesus and delivers to them a solemn charge, moving them so that they "wept sore and fell on Paul's neck and kissed him" Damascus. Damascus. Arabia andDamascus Jerusalem. Tarsus. Antioch. Judea. Antioch. Salamis. Paphos. Perga. Antioch, Iconium. Lystra and Derbe. Derbe. Derbe. Antioch. Jerusalem. Antioch. Derbe and Lystra. Troas and Philippi. Thessalonica. Berea. Athens. i-5 3 I_ 33 Thence they sail to Cassarea, where Agabus foretells what awaits Paul at Jerusalem; nevertheless he goes to Jerusalem Paul is seized and cast out of the Temple by a mob, but is rescued by a Roman officer; as he is being dragged to the castle, he is granted permiss'jn to speak to the multitude, and, standing on the steps makes his defense in a speech that for grand eloquence and power has never been equaled Being arraigned before the Sanhedrin, Paul skilfully sets his judges at variance, and is again taken in charge by the Roman authorities; the Lord appears to him and encourages him, telling him that he Is to bear witness in Rome A conspiracy Is entered into by certain Jews to kill Paul, but Is frustrated by his nephew and the Roman officer, Lyslus He is arraigned before Felix, Tertullus makes a plausible speech of accusation, which Paul effectually answers; Felix defers the case; he keeps Paul a prisoner for two years, and on vacating his office leaves him bound Paul Is arraigned successively before Festus and Agrippa; though guilty of no crime, he having appealed to Caesar, they cannot release him Paul is sent a prisoner on board a ship bound for Rome; predicts the perils of the voyage; they are wrecked on Melita Here Paul is bitten by a viper without injury; cures the father of Publius of a fever, and heals others They sail after three months' delay for Rome, where they arrive without further Incident, and Paul is de- livered to the captain of the guard, who suffers him to live by himself with but a single soldier as guard . . Paul preaches to the chief of the Jews, and subsequently he continues to teach in his lodging; he dwells two years in his own hired house, "preaching the Kingdom of God and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him" Corinth. Ephesus, etc. Ephesus. Philippi. Troas and Miletus. Csesarea. Jerusalem. Csesareas Malta. Rome. 36 43 44 45 46 48 53 54 55 56 58 59 60 6a 63 65 WHERE RECORDED. Acts 22,3. Acts 18,3. Acts 29,3. Acts 7,58:8,1-3. Acts 9 i-2;2a,4-5;26,o-i2. Acts 9,3,4,8; 22,6. Acts 9,4-6, 22,10; 26, 14-18. I, Cor. 15,8. Acts 9,7-9; 22,11 Acts 9,10-18; 22,12-16. Acts 9,20-32. Gal, 1,17, Acts 9,23-25.11.0^,11,33. Acts 9,26-28. Acts 9,29-30. Acts 11,25-26. Acts 11,29-30. Acts 12,25. Acts 13,1-5. Acts 13,6-12, Acts 13,13. Acts 13,14-48. Acts i3,5i;i4,i. Acts 14,2-10. Acts 14,11-18. Acts 14,19-20. Acts 14,21-28, Actsis.i-21. Actsi5,2«-35. Acts 15,36-40. Acts 16,1-3. Acts 16,4-7, Acts 16,15-18. Acts 16,16-24. Acts 16,25-34. Acts 16,35; *7.4- Acts 17,5-12. Acts 17,13-34. Acts i8,j-I7, Acts i8,i8-2». Acts 18,23. Acts 19,1-20. Acts 19,21; 20,5. Acts 20,6-38. Acts 21,1-26. Acts 21,27; 22,20. Acts 22,30; 33, 11. Acts 23.11-35. Acts 24. Actskj; 26. Acts 27. Acts 28, 1-10. Acts 28,11-16. Acts 88,17-31. Index to Bible Atlas MAPS. No. 1. — Peninsula of Sinai and adjoining countries showing suoposed route of the Israelites from Egypt to the Promised Land. No. II. — Canaan as allotted to the twelve tribes, Dominion of David and^Solomon. No. III. — Palestine in time of Christ. No. IV. — Paul's journeys and voyage to Rome. NOTE — The number of the map is given in Roman characters, I, II, III, etc., in which the word occurs. The alphabetical letters are entered at the top and bottom of the map and the figures on the margin, right and left, are used to direct the eye of the inquirer to the square inch where the word sought may be found. For example to find "Jerusalem II, B-7." lines drawn from B and 7 would cross each other at right angles on the square inch upon which you find Jerusalem. In the same manner the word is also found in maps III, E-7: IV, 1-6. A Abana River. No. II F-l Abdon. No. II B-3 Abel. No. II D-4 Abel-Beth-Maachah. No. II C-2 Abel-Meholab. No. II C-5 Abell-shillim. No. 1 0-2 Abcl-Shittim. No. II C-7 Ablla. N. Ill H-3 Abukir. No. I C-3 Accaron. No. Ill C-6 Accho. No. II B-3 Aehaia. No. IV D-3 Achshaph. No. II C-2 Achzib. No. II B-3 Adam. No. II C-6 Adora. No. Ill D-8 Adramyttlum. No. IV F-2 Adriatic Sea. No. IV B-l Adummim. No. II C-7 Aegean Sea. No. IV B-3 Aenon. No. Ill F-5 Africa. No. IV E-6 Al. No. I, N-2; No. Ill E-6 Ain. No. II A-8 Ain Gadls. No. I L-5 Ain Hawarab. No. 1 1-7 Alnum. No. Ill -. F-5 Ajalon. No. II B-7 Akka, same as Ptolemais. No. Ill D-2 Akrabbim. No. II C-9 Alexandria. No. I, C-4; No. IV G-6 Alush. No. I J-9 Amastrls. No. IV G-l Amatha. No. Ill G-3 Amathus. No. Ill G-5 Amlsus, No. IV 1-2 Amphlpolis. No. IV E-2 Amwas. No. Ill D-7 Anab. No. II B-8 Anah. No. Ill D-9 Anathoth. No. Ill E-7 Ancyra. No. IV G-2 Anttoch. No. IV, G-3; No. IV 1-4 Antlpatrls. No. Ill, D-6; No. IV 16 Anysls. No. I E-8 Apbek. Now II, D-4; No. Ill G-3 Appollonla. No. Ill, C-5; No. IV, C-2; No. IV, E-2; No. IV F-l Applt-Pornm. No. IV B-l Araba. No, III E-3 Arabab. No, I M-6 Arabia. No. IV 1-6 Arad. No. I, M-4; No. II B-9 Aradus. No. IV 1-4 Arbel. No. II, E-4; No. Ill F-3 Archelais. No. Ill F-6 Areopolis. No. IV 1-6 Argob, No. II, E-3; No. II, D-5; No. Ill G-5 Armageddon. No. Ill D-4 Ar-Moab. No. I, 0-3; No. II D-8 Arnon River. No. I, N-3; No. II D-8 Aroer. No. I, N-3; No. II, B-9; No. II, D-8; No. II C-6 Arumah, No. II C-6 Ascalon> No. Ill B-7 Ashdod. No. I, L-2; No. II... A-7 Asher. No. II C-5 Asia. No. IV F-3 Ashkelon. No. II A-7 Ashtaroth. No. II D-4 Ashtaroth Karnaim. No. II E-3 Askelon. No. I L-3 Assos. No. IV F-2 Atharoth. No. II, C-6; No. II D-7 Athens. No. IV E-3 Athribis. No. I F-5 Attalia. No. IV G-4 Aven, same as On. No. I F-6 Ayun Musa. No. I... 4 H-6 Azotus. No. Ill, C-7; No. IV H-6 B Baalatb. No. II B-6 Baal-Gad. No. II D-2 BaalMeon. No. Ill G-7 Baal-zephon. No. I H-5 Bahurim. No. Ill F-7 Bamoth. No. 1 0-3 Bantas. No. Ill G-l Bashan. No. II D-3 Beer-lahai-roi. No. I L-5 Beeroth. No. Ill E-8 Beer-sheba. No. I, L-3; No. II, A-9; No. Ill C-9 Beit Jibrin. No. Ill D-8 Belus, River. No. Ill D-3 Benjamin. No. II C-7 Beraea. No. IV 1-4 Berea. No. IV D-2 Beth. No. Ill D-8 Bethabara. No. HI G-4 Beth-anotb, No. II B-8 Bethany. No. Ill E-7 Bethar. No. Ill D-5 Beth-arbel No, II C-4 Beth-baal-meon. No. II C-7 Beth-dagon. No. II, A-6; No. Ill C-6 Bethel. No. II, B-6; No. Ill E-6 Beth-emek. No. II B-3 Beth-Haran. No. II D-7 Beth-Hoglah. No. Ill G-7 Beth-horon. No. II B-7 Beth-Jeshimoth. No. I, 0-2; No. II... D-7 Bethlehem. No. II, B-4; No. II, B-7; No. Ill E-7 Beth-Meon. No. Ill G-7 Beth-Nimrah. No. II, D-7; No. Ill G-6 Beth-Peor. No. Ill G-7 Bethphage. No. Ill E-7 Beth Saida. No. II, D-3; No. Ill, F-3; No. Ill G-2 Bethshean. No. II C-5 Beth-shemesh, same as On. No. I, F-6; No. II, B-7; No. Ill D-7 Beth-Tappuah. No. II B-8 Beth-Zur. No. II B-8 Bezur. No. II D-8 Bir Abu. No. 1 1-7 Bithynia. No. IV G-2 Bosporus. No. IV G-2 Black Sea. No. IV... HI Bostra. No. IV 1-5 Bozran. No. I N-4 Brindist. No. IV C-2 c Cabul. No. II B-3 Caesarea. No. Ill, C-4; No. IV, 1-3; No. IV !........ 1-5 Caesarea Phillippi. No. Ill G-l Cairo. No. I E-6 Calamon. No. Ill D-3 Callirrhoe. No. Ill G-8 Cana. No. 2, C4; No. Ill F-3 Canaan. No. IV 1-8 Capernaum. No. Ill F-2 Caphtor. No. I E-4 Caphtorim. No. I L-3 Capitolias. No. Ill H-4 Cappadocia. No. IV 1-3 Caria. No. IV F-4 Carmel. No. II, B-8; No. Ill E-8 Carmel. Mt., No. II, B-4; No. Ill D-3 Camaim. No. Ill H-3 Cenchrea. No. IV D-3 Cephiran. No. II B-7 Chalcedon. No. IV G-2 Chalcis. No. IV E-3 Chesalon. No. II B-7 Chesulloth. No. II C-4 Chios. No. IV E-3 Chorazin. No. Ill F-2 Cilicia. No. IV H4 Cilicia, Sea of. No. IV H-4 Cinnereth. No. II C-3 Cit'ium. No. IV , H4 Clauda. No. IV E-5 Cnidus. No. IV.... F4 Colosse. No. IV G-3 Consentia. No. IV B-2 Constantinople. No. IV F-2 Coos. No. IV F-4 Corea. No. Ill E-6 Corinth. No. IV D-8 Crete. No. IV E-4 Cyprus. No. IV H-4 Cyrene. No. IV D-5 D Daberath. No. II C4 Dalmatia. No. IV C-l Damascus. No. II, E-l; No. IV 1-5 Damietta. No. I F-3 Dan. No. II. D-2; No. II, B-6; No. III. G-l Danube River. No. IV E-l Debir. No. II B-8 Decapolis. No. Ill G-4 Derbe. No. IV H-3 Dibon. No. II D-8 Dibon-gad. No. 1 0-3 Dizanab. No. I L-9 Dophkah. No. I J-9 Dor. No. II B-4 Dora. No. Ill D-4 Dothaim. No. Ill E-4 Dothan. No. II B-5 Dumah. No. II B-8 E Ebal, Mt. No. II, C-6; No. Ill E-5 Edessa. No. IV D-2 Edom. No. II, C-9; No. I N-6 Edrei. No. Ill H-3 Edrei. No. II E-3 wf Eglon. Egypt Ekron Elath. Elealeh No. No. No. No. I No. II, D-7; No. No. I II IV, G-6; No. I. I, L-2; No. II.. A-8 E-9 A-7 M-7 III G-7 El-Ghizeh. No. I E-6 Elim. No. 1 1-8 El-Kunoitrah. No. Ill G-l El-Medineh. No. I E-7 Eltekeh. No. II A-7 Emmaus. No. Ill, F-3; No. Ill D-7 Endor. No. II, C-4; No. Ill F-3 Engaddi. No. Ill E-8 Engannim. No. II C-5 En-gedi. No. I, N-3; No. II C-8 En-rogel. No. II B-7 En-shernesh. No. II C-7 Ephesus. No. IV F-3 Ephraim. No. II, C-6; No. Ill E-6 Ephraim, Mt. No. II C-6 Epirus. No. IV.....: D-2 Esebon. No. Ill G-7 Esdraelon. No. Ill E-4 Eshcol, Valley. No. I M-3 Eshtemoa. No. II B-8 Eshtemoah. No. Ill D-9 Etam. No. II B-7 Etham. No. I H-o Etna, Mt. No. IV B-3 Euphrates, river. No. IV 1-3 Ezion Geber No. I M-7 Ez Zib. No. Ill D-2 F Fair Havens. No. IV E-5 Fanis, same as Zoan. No. I G-4 Fayum. No. I E-7 Feliopolis. No. IV 1-5 G Gaba. No. II B-5 Gabatha. No. II B-4 Gad. No. II .. D-5 Gadara. No. Ill G-3 Gadda. No. ni H-6 Galatla. No. IV H-2 Galilee. No. Ill, E-2; No. IV 1-5 Gamala. No. Ill G-3 Gath. No. I, L-3; No. II A-7 Gath-hepher. No. II C-4 Gath-rimmon. No. II, B-5; No. II A-6 Gaulonitis. No. Ill G-2 Gaza. No. I, L-3; No. II, A-8; No. Ill B-8; No. IV H-6 Geba. No. II, C-7; No. Ill, E-5; No. Ill E-6 Gederah. No. II A-7 Gedor. No. II B-7 Gerar. No. 1, L-3; No. II, A-8; No. Ill C-8 Gernsa. No. Ill, H-5; No. IV 1-5 Gergesa. No. Ill G-3 Gerizim, Mt. No. II, B-6; No. Ill E-5 Geshur. No. II D-2 Gezer. No. II B-7 Gibbethon. No. II B-6 Gibeah. No. II B-7 GIbeon. No. II, B-7; No. I, M-2; No. Ill E-7 Gilboa, Mt. No. II C-5 Gilead. No, II D-6 Gilead, Mt. No. II, D-6; No. Ill G-6 Gilgal. No. I, N-2; No. II, B-6; No. II, C-7; No. Ill, E-6; No. Ill F-7 Gimzo. No. II B-6 Gischala. No. Ill F-2 Gitta. No. Ill E-5 Gittaim. No. Ill D-5 Golan. No. II D-3 Gomorrah. No. II, C-7; No. Ill F-7 Gophna. No. Ill E-6 Goshen. No. I F-5 Gudgodah. No. I M-6 H Hadad Rimmon. No. II B-5 Hali. No. II B-3 Halys, river. No. IV H-2 Hammath. No. II C-4 Hanes, same as Tahphanes. No. I.... G-4 Harosheth. No. II, C-3; No. III... F-2 Hauran. No. II F^ Havota Jair. No. II F-3 Hazar. No. Ill C-7 Hazeroth. No. I L-8 Hazor. No. II, C-3; No. II, C-6; No. Ill B-8 Hebron. No. I, M-3; No. II, B-8; No. Ill E-8 HeliopolVs. ' No'.' IV ! '.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.. .'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.H-6 Helkath. No. II B-3 Heraclea. No. IV G-l Hermon, Mt. No. II, D-2; No. IV I-o Herodlum. No. Ill E-7 Hesbon. No. I, 0-2; No. II, D-7; No. Ill G-7 Hierapolis. No. IV, G-3; No. IV 1-3 Hippos. No. Ill G-3 Hormah. No. II A-U Hukkok. No. II - C-3 I Iconium. No. IV H-3 Ije-Abarim. No. I , 0-5 Ijon. No. II C-2 IUyricum. No. IV C-l Ionian Sea. No. IV C-3 Ismailla. No. I G-5 Issachar. No. II C-5 Issus. No. IV 1-3 Italy. No. IV B-l J Jabbok, river. No. II D-6 Jabesh Gilead. No. II, D-5; No. Ill G-4 Jabneel. No. II A-7 Jacob's Well. No. Ill E-5 Jahzia. No. II D-7 Jamnia. No. Ill C-7 Janohah. No. II C-6 Japhia. No. II B-4 Jarmuk, river. No. II D-4 Jarmuth. No. II, B-7; No. Ill D-7 Jaser. No. Ill G-7 Jattir. No. II. B-8; No. Ill D-9 Jazer. No. II D-6 Jeb Katerin. No. I K-9 Jeb Musa. No. I K-9 Jeb Serbal. No. I J 9 Jeb Urn Shomer. No. I K-9 Jebus, same as Jerusalem. No. I M-2 Jeb Zebir. No. I J-8 Jednah. No. Ill D-8 Jehud. No. II A-6 Jemsah. No. I J-10 Jenin. No. Ill E-4 Jenysu. No. I K-4 Jericho. No. I, N-2; No. II, C-7; No. Ill F-7 Jerusalem. No. I. M-2; No. II, B-7; No. III, E-7; No. IV 1-6 Jezreel. No. II C-5 Jokneam. No. II B-4 Joppa. No. I, L-2; No. Ill, C-6; No. IV, 1-6; No. II A-6 Jordan, river. No. I, N-2; No. II C-6 Jordan, Plain of. No. Ill F-5 Jotapata. No. Ill E-3 Judah. No. II B-7 Judah, Wilderness of. No. II C-8 Judea. No. Ill, D-7; No. IV 1-6 Julias, same as Bethsaida. No. III... G-2 Juttah. No. II, B-8; No. Ill D-8 K Kadesh-barnea. No. I M-5 Kantara. No. I H-4 Kanah, river. No. II A-5 Kanah. No. II, C-2; No. Ill E-l Kariah. No. II B-4 Kartan, No. II C-3 Kedemoth. No. II D-8 Kedesh. No. II, C-3; No. Ill F-l Kefa Saba. No. Ill C-5 Kerioth. No. II B-8 Kh Fahil. No. Ill G-4 Kh Minveh. No. Ill F-3 Kidron, Brook. No. Ill E-7 Kirjathaim. No. II D-8 Kirjath-Arba, same as Hebron. No. II B-8 Kirjath Jearim. No. II, B-7; No. III.. D-7 Kir of Moab. No. I, 0-4; No. II D-9 Kishon, river. No. 2 B-4 L Lachish. No. II A-8 Laish or Leshem, same as Dan. No. II D-2 Land of Ham. No. I E-5 Laodicea. No. IV, F-3; No. IV 1-4 Larissa. No. IV D-2 Lasea. No. IV E-4 Lebanon, Mts. No. II D-l Lebonah. No. II C-6 Leontes, river. No. II C-2 Libnah. No. II, A-7; No. Ill C-8 Livias. No. Ill F-7 Lod. No. I. M-2; No. II B-6 Luz. No. II C-2 Libya. No. IV D-6 Lvcaonia. No. IV H-3 Lvcia. No. IV G-4 Lvdda. No. Ill, D-6; No. IV 1-6 Lvdia. No. IV F-3 Lystra. No. IV H-3 M Maachah. No. II D-2 Macedonia. No. IV D-2 Magdala. No. Ill F-3 Mahanaim. No. II D-5 Malta, same as Melita. No. IV B-4 Manasseh. No. II, E-4; No. II B-5 Maoc. No. I, N-6; No. II, B-8; No. III. D-9 Marah. No. I, H-6; No. 1 1-7 Mareshah. No. II A-8 Marissa. No. Ill C-8 Marmora, Sea of. No. IV F-2 Masada. No. Ill E-9 Mattanah. No. I C-3 Medabeh. No. Ill H-7 Medeba. No. II D-7 Megiddo. No. II B-4 Melita. No. IV B-4 Memphis, same as Noph» No. I E-6 Mendes. No. I G-4 Merom. Waters of. No. II D-3 Messina. No. IV ..B-3 Michmas. No. II C-7 Migdal-el. No. II C-4 Migdol. No. I G-5 Miletus. No. IV F-3 Misheal. No. II . B-i Mitylene. No. IV E-3 Mizpeh. No. II, B-7; No. Ill E-7 Moab. No. II, C-9; No. I N-3 Moesia. No. IV E-l Moladah. No. II B-9 Moreh, Hill of. No. II C-4 Moserah. No. I ...M-5 Mvra. No. IV G-4 Mysia. No. IV F-2 N Nahalal. No. II B-4 Nahaliel. No. 1 0-3 Nain. No. Ill E-3 Naphtali. No. II, C-3; No. Ill F-3 Naples. No. IV B-2 Nazareth. No. Ill, E-3; No. IV 1-5 Neapolis. No. IV E-2 Neballat. No. II B-6 Nebo, Mt. No. I, 0-3; No. II D-7 Neeeb. No. II A-9 Neve. No. Ill , H-3 Nezib. No. II, B-7; No. Ill D-8 Nicopolis. No. Ill, D-7; No. IV D-3 Nile, river. No. IV G-6 Nobah. No. II F-4 Noph. No. I E-8 o Oboth. No. 1 0-5 Odessa. No. IV F-l Olives. Mt. No. Ill E-7 On. No. I F-6 P Paehnamunis. No. I E-3 Palestine. No. IV 1-5 Pamphylia. No. IV G-4 Pamphylia, Sea of. No. IV H-4 Paphlagonia. No. IV HI Paphos. No. IV H-4 Paran, Wilderness of. No. I M-6 Patara. No. IV ...G-4 Patmos. No. IV F-i Pella. No. IV D-2 Pennel. No. II D-6 Perga. No. IV G-4 Pergamos. No. IV F-3 Pessimus. No. IV G-2 Petra. No. IV 1-6 Petra, same as Sele. No. I ....N-5 Petta. No. Ill G-4 Pharbaethus. No. I F-5 Pharpar, river. No. II F-2 Phasaetis. No. Ill F-6 Phenice. No. IV, E-4; No. IV 1-5 Phiala, lake. No. II. D-2; No. Ill G-l Philadelphia. No. Ill, H-6; No. IV, G-3; No. IV 1-5 Philippi. No. IV E-2 Philistia. No. II A-7 Phrvgia. No. IV .....G-3 Pi-beseth. No. I F-5 Pi-hahirotk. Nq. I G-6 Pirathon. No. II B-6 Pisgah, Mt. No. II C-8 Pisidia. No. IV G-3 Pithom. No. I G-o Pontus. No. IV.. .1-2 Prusa. No. IV G-2 Ptolemais. No. Ill, D-2; No. IV I-o Punon. No. 1 0-6 Puteoll. No. IV B-2 Pyramids and Sphinx. No. I E-6 R Rabba of Ammon. No. 1 0-2 Rabbath-Ammon. No. II D-6 Rahab- No. I E-4 Rakkath. No. 2 C-4 Ramah, No. II, C-3; No. II, B-7; No. Ill E-7 Ramases. No. I F-5 Ramotli Gilead. No. I, 0-2; No. II, D-6; No. Ill G-6 Raphia. No. I L-3 Red Sea. No. I H-7 Rebob. No. II, C-2; No. Ill, F-l; No. II B-4 Rehoboth. No. I L-4 Rephidim. No. I. . « K-8 Reuben. No. II D-7 Rhegium. No. IV B-3 Rhodes. No. IV F-4 Rimmon. No. II, B-4; No. II, B-6; No. II, B-8; No. Ill E-6 Rithmah. No. I M-5 Rome. No. IV B-i Rosetta. No. I D-3 S Safed, No. III.. F-2 Salamis. No. IV H-4 Salchah. No. II . F-4 Salim. No. Ill E-5 Salmone, Cape. No. IV F-4 Samaria. No. II, B-5; No. Ill, E-5; No. IV. 1-5 Samos. No. IV E-3 Samothracia. No. IV E-2 Saphir. No. Ill C-7 Sardis. No. IV F-3 Scythopolis. No. Ill F-4 Sebennytos. No. I F-4 Seir, Mt. No. I N-5 Sela. No. I N-5 Sele. No. I H-5 Seleueia. No. IV 1-4 Sennabris. No. Ill F-3 Semechonitis, lake. No. Ill G-2 Sepphoris. No. Ill E-3 Sharon, Plain of. No. II, B-5; No. Ill D-5 Shecbem. No. II C-6 Shihor-libnath. No. II A-4 Shiloh. No. II, C-6; No. III. E-6 Sbunem. No. II, B-4; No. Ill E-4 Shur, Wilderness of. No. I J-5 Sichem. No. I N-l Sicily. No. IV B-3 Sidon. No. II, C-l; No. IV 1-5 Sila. No. I N-l Simeon. No. II A-9 Simonias. No. Ill E-3 Sin. No. I H-4 Sin, Wilderness of. No. I J-8 Sinope. No. IV H-l Smyrna. No. IV F-3 Soeoh. No. II B-8 Socho. No. Ill, D-7; No. Ill D-9 Sodom. No. II C-9 Sogane. No. Ill E-3 Sparta. No. IV D-4 Succoth. No. I, G-5; No. Ill, G-6; No. II, D-6; No. Ill F-4 Suez. No. I H-6 Suez, Gulf of. No. 1 1-9 Suweirah, same as Bir Abu. No. I.... 1-7 Sychar. No. Ill E-5 Sychem. No. Ill B-5 Syracuse. No. IV B-3 T Taanach. No. II, B-5; No. Ill ....E-4 Taanath-Shiloh. No. II C-6 Tabeerah. No. I ...L-9 Tabor, Mt. No. II, C-4; No. III...... F-3 Tagaba. No. Ill C-8 Tahpanhes. No. I G-4 Tamiathis. No. I ...G-3 Tappuah. No. II C-5 Tarentum. No. IV C-2 Tarichae. No. Ill F-3 Tarsus. No. IV H-3 Taurus, Mts. No. IV H-3 Tavium. No. IV H-2 Tekoa. No. II, B-7; No. Ill E-8 TeTI el Amaraa. No. I E-ll Tell esh Sheika. No. Ill G-l Tell Hum, same as Capernaum. No. Ill F-2 Terrachina. No. IV B-l Thebes. No. IV .......D-3 Thebez. No. II, C-5; No. Ill F-4 Thessalonica. No. IV D-2 Thessaly. No. IV D-2 Thrace. No. IV E-l Three Taverns. No. IV B-l ThmuiS. No. I F-4 Thurii. No. IV C-2 Thyatira. No. IV F-3 Tiberias. No. Ill, F-3; No. IV 1-5 Timnah. No. II A-7 Timnath-serah. No. II, B-6; No. III... D-7 Tirzah. No. II, C-5; No. Ill ..E-5 Tob. No. II D-4 Tophel. No. I N-4 Tor. No. I J-10 Tripolis. No. IV 1-5 Troas. No. IV ...E-2 Trogyllium. No. IV F-3 Troy. No. IV F-2 Tyre. No. II, B-2; No. Ill, E-l; No. IV 1-5 V Vesuvius, Mt. No. IV.... ..B-2 Y Yarmak, river. No. III. G-3 z Zalmonab. No. I N-7 Zanoah. No. II B-7 Zaiephath. No. II B-2 Zareth-Shahar. No. II D-8 Zarthan. No. II C-6 Zeboim. No. II C-9 Zebulun. No. II, B-4; No. Ill E-3 Zephath. No. I M-4 Z«ired, brook. No. I N-4 Zidon, same as Sidon. No. II C-l Ziklag. No. II A-9 Ziph. No. II, B-8; No. Ill E-8 Zoan. No. I G-4 Zoreab. No. II B-T, =**, 301 3» - ..-■ Longilude Easi CANAAN As allotted to the TWELVE TRIBES. 33° SCALE OF STATUTE MILES 'Lebanon from Greenwich J< Rust KsnatM .. Gibbelll- ai r+ B P r+ ?> ^a 05 2 ^ * 2 ""§ p • ffffi e-ire <° W O B. O P - re Qj ^ - mm- < a g b I"* 5" KB'o» C2 a" P p Q Oj a*o cs Wl ffi >-l> o >"S B o r+ 3 2 o S CB b p < a P H rr B P a* r- ht r+ o (D O P c B CO 2 re C E Qi P a* P Pt ~ P •n •4 re P- CO CO n o o •« •« i-t <1 bd -* CO -1 re pt (B o p B" , B n* re (1) a jj B all 111 sa-? 1 Abram with Egyptians. GENESIS, XIII. (13.) The vale of Siddim full of slimepits. may be well with me for thy sake; and my soul shall live because of thee. II And it came to pass, that, when Abram was come into Egypt, the Egyptians beheld the woman that, she was very fair. 15 The princes also of Pharaoh saw her, and commended her before Pharaoh: and the woman was taken into Pharaoh's house. 1G And he entreated Abram well for her sake: and he had sheep, and oxen and he asses, and men- servants, and maidservants, and she asses, and camels. 17 And the Lord plagued Pharaoh and his house with great plagues because of Sarai Abrani's wife. 18 And Pharaoh called Abram, and said, What is this that thou hast done, unto me? Why didst thou not tell me that she was thy wife? 19 Why saidst thou, She is my sister? so I might have taken her to me to wife: now therefore be- hold thy wife, take her, and go thy way. 20 And Pharaoh commanded his men concern- ing him: and they sent him away, and his .wife, and all that he had. CHAPTER XIII. (13.) 1 Abram and Lot return out of Egypt. 7 By disagree- ment they part asunder. 10 Lot goeth to wicked So- dom. 14 Grod reneweth the promise to Abram. 18 He removetb to Hebron, and there buildeth an altar. AND Abram went up out of Egypt, he, and his . wife, aud all that he had, and .Lot with him, into the south. 2 And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold. 3 And he went on his, journeys from the south even to Beth-el, unto the place where his tent had been at the beginning, between Beth-el and Hai; 4 Unto the place of the altar, which he had made there at the first: and , there Abram called on the name of the Lord. 5 And Lot also, which went with Abram, had flocks, and herds, and tents. 6 And the land was not able to, bear them, that they might dwell together: for their substance was great, so that they could not, dwell together. 7 And there was a strife between the herdmen of Abram's cattle and the herdmen of Lot's cattle : and the Canaanite and the Perizzite dwelled then in the land. 8 And Abram said unto Lot, Let there be no strife, I pray thee, between me, and thee, and be- tween my herdmen and thy herdmen; for we be brethren. 9 Is not the whole land before thee? separate thyself, I pray thee, from me : if thou wilt take the left hand, then I will go to the right; or if thou de- part to the right hand, then I will go to the left. v 10 And Lot lifted up his eyes, and beheld all the plain of Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere, before the Lord destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah, even as the garden of the Lord, like the land of Egypt, as thou comest unto Zoar. 11 Then Lot chose him all the plain of Jordan; and Lot journeyed east: and they separated them- selves the one from the other. 12 Abram dwelled in the land of Canaan, and Lot dwelled in the cities of the plain, and pitched his tent toward Sodom, 13 But the men of Sodom were wicked and sin- ners before the Lord exceedingly. 14 And the Lord said unto Abram, after that Lot was separated from him, Lift up now thine eyes, and look from the place where thou art north- ward, and southward, and eastward, and west- ward: 15 For all the land which thou seest, to thee will I give it, and to thy seed for ever. 16 And I will make thy seed as the dust of the earth: so that if a man can number the dust of the earth then shall thy seed also be numbered. 17 Arise, walk through the land in the length of it and in the breadth of it; for I will give it unto thee. 18 Then Abram removed his tent, and came and dwelt in the plain of Mamre, which is in Hebron, and built there an altar unto the Lord. CHAPTER XIV. (14.) 1 The battle of four kings against five. 12 Lot is taken prisoner. 14 Abram reseueth him. 18 Melchizedek blesseth Abram. 20 Abram giveth him tithe. 22 The rest of the spoil, his partners having had their por- tions, he restoreth to the king of Sodom. AND it came to pass in the, days of Amraphel . king of Shinar, Arioch king of Ellasar, Che- dorlaomer king of Elam, and Tidal king of nations; 2 That these made war with Bera king of Sodom, and with Birsha king of Gomorrah, Shinab king of Admah, and Shemeber king of Zeboiim, and the king of Bela, which is Zoar. 3 All these were joined together in the vale of Siddim, which is. the salt sea. 4 Twelve years they served Chedorlaomer, and in the thirteenth year they rebelled. 5 And in the fourteenth year came Chedorlao- mer, and the kings that were with him, and smote the Rephaims in Ashteroth Karnaim, and the Zuzims in Ham, and the Emims in Shaveh Kiriathaim, 6 And the Horites in their mount Seir, unto El- paran, which is by the wilderness. 7 And they returned, and came to Enmishpat, which is Kadesh, and smote all the country of the Amalekites, and also the Amorites, that dwelt in Hazezon-tamar. 8 And there went out the king of Sodom, and the king of Gomorrah, and the king of Admah, and the king of Zeboiim, and the king of Bela (the same is Zoar;) and they joined battle with them in the vale of Siddim; 9 With Chedorlaomer the king of Elam, and with Tidal king of nations, and Amraphel king of Shinar, and Arioch king of Ellasar; four kings with five. 10 And the vale of Siddim was full of slimepits; and the kings of Sodom and Gomorrah fled, and fell there; and they that remained fled to the mountain. 11 And they took all ,the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their victuals, and went their way. 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Hagar given to Abram. 12 And they took Lot, Abram's ( brother's son, who dwelt in Sodom, and his goods, and departed. 13 And there came one that had escaped, and told Abram the Hebrew; for he dwelt in the plain of Mainre the Amorite, brother of Eshcol, and brother of Aner: and these were confederate with Abram. 14 And when Abram heard that his brother was taken captive, he armed his trained servants, born in his own house, three hundred and eighteen, and pursued them unto Dan. 15 And he divided himself against them, he and his servants, by night, and smote them, and pur- sued them unto Hobah, which is on the left hand of Damascus. 16 And he brought back all the goods, and abo brought again his brother Lot, and his goods, and the women also, and the people. 17 And the king of Sodom went out to meet him after his return from the slaughter of Chedorlao- mer, and of the kings that were with him, at the valley of Shaveh, which is the king's dale. 18 And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine : and he was the priest of the most high God. 19 And he blessed him, and said, Blessed be Abram of the most high God, possessor of heaven and earth: 20 And blessed be the most high God, which hath delivered thine enemies into thy hand. And he gave him tithes of all. 21 And the king of Sodom said unto , Abram, Give me the persons, and take the goods to thy- self. 22 And Abram said to the king of Sodom, I have lift up mine hand unto the Lord, the most high God, the possessor of heaven and earth, 23 That I will not take from a thread even to a shoelatchet, and that I will not take any thing that is thine, lest thou shouldest say, I have made Abram rich: 24 Save only that which the young men have eaten, and the portion of the men which went with me, Aner, Eshcol, and Mamre; let them take their portion. CHAPTER XV. (15.) 1 God encourageth Abram. 2 Abram eomplaineth for want of an heir. 4 God promiseth him a son., and a multiplying of his seed. G Abram is justified by faith. 7 Canaan is promised again, and confirmed by a sign, 12 and a vision. AFTER these things the word of the Lord came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward. 2 And Abram said, Lord God, what wilt thou give me, seeing I go childless, and the steward of my house is this Eliezer of Damascus? 3 And Abram said, Behold, to me thou hast given no seed: and, lo, cne born in my house is mine heir. 4 And, behold, the word of the Lord came unto him, saying, This shall not be thine heir; but he that shall come forth out of thine own bowels shall be thine heir. 5 And he brought him forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: and he said unto him. So shall they seed be. 6 And he believed in the Lord; and he counted it to him for righteousness. 7 And he said unto r him, I am the Lord that brought thee out of Ur of the Chaldees, to give thee this land to inherit it. 8 And he said, Lord God, whereby shall I know, that I shall inherit it? 9 And he said unto him, Take me an heifer of three years old, and a she goat of three years old, and a ram of three years old, and a turtledove, and a young pigeon. 10 And he took unto him all these, and divided them in the midst, and laid each piece. one against another: but the birds divided he not. 11 And when the fowls came down upon the carcases, Abram drove them away. 12 And when the sun was going down, a deep sleep fell upon Abram; and, lo, an horror of great darkness fell upon him. 13 And he said unto Abram, Know of a surety that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not their's, and shall serve them; and they shall afflict them four hundred years; 14 And also that nation, whom they shall serve, will I judge: and afterward shall they come out with great substance. 15 And thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace; thou shalt be buried in a good old age. 16 But in the fourth generation they shall come hither again: for the iniquity of the Amorites is not yet full. 17 And it came to pass, that, when the sun went down, and it was dark, behold a smoking furnace, and a burning lamp that passed between those pieces. 18 In the same day the Lord made a covenant with Abram, saying, Unto thy seed have I given this land, from the river of Egypt unto the great river, the river of Euphrates: ' 19 The Kenites, and the Kenizzites, and the Kadmonites, 20 And the Hittites, and the Perlzzites, and the Rephaims, 21 And the Amorites, and the Canaanites, and the Girgashites, and the Jebusites. CHAPTER XVI. (16.) 1 Sarai, being barren, giveth Hagar to Abram. 4 Ha- gar, being afflicted for despising her mistress, runneth away. 7 An angel sendeth her back to submit her- self, 11 and telleth her of her child. 15 Ishmael is born. nVT OW Sarai Abram's wife bare him no chil- ■i-^l dren: and she had an handmaid, an Egypt- ian, whose name was Hagar. 2 And Sarai said unto Abram, Behold now, the Lord hath restrained me from bearing: I pray thee, go in unto my maid; it may be that I may obtain children by her. And Abram hearkened to the voice of Sarai. 3 And Sarai Abram's wife took Hagar her maid 10 *7 t a -n B ^S 3 p P Oi o 5 H S w o c P O rt- K* r+B 3- B p 3-2,0* > > Q d :c I a pi H > ►a o CO o d ►a o td O o W a a td t> d ►a 1— < 02 ■C 75B-tej as God had said unto him. li M Abraham circumcised. GENESIS, XYIII. (18.) Lot entertains two angels. 24 And Abraham was ninety years old and nine, when he was circumcised in the flesh of his fore- skin. 25 And Ishmael his son was thirteen years old, when he was circumcised in the flesh of his fore- skin. 26 In the selfsame day was Abraham circum- cised, and Ishmael his son. 27 And all the men of his house, born in the house, and bought with money of the stranger, were circumcised with him. .CHAPTER XVni. (18.) 1 Abraham entertaineth three angels. 9 Sarah is re- proved for laughing at the strange promise. 17 The destruction of Sodom is revealed to Abraham. -3 Abraham maketh intercession for the men thereof. AND the Lord appeared unto him in the plains . of Mamre : and he sat in the tent door in the heat of the day; 2 And he lift up his eyes and looked, and, lo, three men stood by him: and when he- saw them, he ran to meet them from the tent door, and bowed himself toward the ground, 3 And said, My Lord, if now I have found favour in thy sight, pass not away, I pray thee, from thy servant: 4 Let a little water, I pray you, be fetched, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree : 5 And I will fetch a morsel of bread, and com- fort ye your hearts ; after that ye shall pass on : for therefore are ye come to your servant. And they said, So do, as thou hast said. 6 And Abraham hastened into the tent unto Sarah, and said, Make ready quickly three measures of fine meal, knead it, and make cakes upon the hearth. 7 And Abraham ran unto the herd and fetcht a calf tender and good, and gave it unto a young man ; and he hasted to dress it. 8 And he took butter, and milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them ; and he stood by them under the tree, and they did eat. 9 And they said unto him, Where is Sarah thy wife? And he said, Behold, in the tent. 10 And he said, I will certainly return unto thee according to the time of life; and, lo, Sarah thy wife shall have a son. And Sarah heard it in the tent door, which was behind him. 11 Now Abraham and Sarah were old and well stricken in age; and it ceased to be with Sarah after the manner of women. 12 Therefore Sarah laughed within herself, say- ing, After I am waxed old shall I have pleasure, my lord being old also? 13 And the Lord said unto Abraham, Wherefore did Sarah laugh, saying, Shall I of a surety bear a child, which am oid? 14 Is any thing too hard for the Lord? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son. 15 Then Sarah denied, saying, I laughed not; for she was afraid And he said, Nay; but thou didst laugh. 6 a ia~ 1G And the men rose up from thence, and looked toward Sodom: and Abraham went with them to bring them on the way. 17 And the Lord said, Shall I hide from Abra- ham that thing which I do ; 18 Seeing that Abraham shall surely become a great and mighty nation, and all the nations of the earth shall be blessed in him? 19 For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, to do justice and judgment; that the Lord may bring upon Abra- ham that which he hath spoken of him. 20 And the Lord said, Because the cry of Sodom and Gomorrah is great, and because their sin is very grievous; 21 I will go down now, and see whether they have done altogether according to the cry of it, which is come unto me ! and if not, I will know. 22 And the men turned their faces from thence, and went toward Sodom: but Abraham stood yet before the Lord. 23 And Abraham drew near, and said, Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked? 24 Peradventure there be fifty righteous within the city: wilt thou also destroy and not spare the place for the fifty righteous that, are therein? 25 That be far from thee to do after this man- ner, to slay the righteous with the wicked: and that the righteous should be as the wicked, that be far from thee : Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? 26 And the Lord said, If I find in Sodom fifty righteous within the city, then I will spare all the pjace for their sakes. 27 And Abraham answered and said, Behold now, I have taken upon me to speak unto the Lord, which am but dust and ashes: 28 Peradventure there shall lack five of the fifty righteous: wilt thou destroy all the city for lack of five? And he said, If I find there forty and five, I will not destroy it. 29 And he spake unto him yet again, and said, Peradventure there shall be forty found there. And he said, I will not do it for forty's sake. 30 And he said unto him, Oh let not the Lord be angry, and I will speak: Peradventure there shall thirty be found there. And he said, I will not do it, if I find thirty there. 31 And he said, Behold now, I have taken upon me to speak unto the Lord: Peradventure there shall be twenty found there. And he said, I will not destroy it for twenty's sake. 32 And he said, Oh let not the Lord be angry, and I will speak yet but this once: Peradventure ten shall be found there. And he sail, I will not destroy it for ten's sake. 33 And the Lord went his way, as soon as he had left communing with Abraham: and Abraham returned unto his place. Sodomites are stricken with blindness. GENESIS, XIX. (19.) £iot dwells in a cave. CHAPTER XIX. (19.) 1 Lot entertaineth two angels. 4 The vicious Sodom- ites are stricken with blindness. 12 Lot is sent for safety into the mountains. 18 He obtaineth leave to go into Zoar. 24 Sodom and Gomorrah are de- stroyed. 2G Lot's wife is a pillar of salt. 30 Lot dwelleth in a cave. 31 The incestuous original of Moab and Ammon. AND there came two angels to Sodom at even; and Lot sat in the gate of Sodom: and Lot seeing them rose up to meet them; and he bowed himself with his face toward the ground; 2 And he said, Behold now, my lords, turn in, I pray you, into your servant's house and tarry all night, and wash your feet, and ye shall rise up early, and go on your ways. And they said, Nay ; but we will abide in the street all night. 3 And he pressed upon them greatly; and they turned in unto him, and entered into his house; and he made them a feast, and did bake un- leavened bread, and they did eat. 4 But before they lay down, the men of the city, even the men of Sodom, compassed the house round, both old and young, all the people from every quarter: 5 And they called unto Lot, and said unto him, Where are the men which came in to thee this night? bring them out unto us, that we may know them. 6 And Lot went out at the door unto them, and shut the door after him, 7 And said, I pray you, brethren, do not so wickedly. 8 Behold now, I have two daughters which have not known man ; let me, I pray you, bring them out unto you, and do ye to them as is good in your eyes: only unto these men do nothing; for there- fore came they under the shadow of my roof. 9 And they said, Stand back. And they said again, This one fellow came in to sojourn, and he will needs be a judge: now will we deal worse with thee than with them. And they pressed sore upon the man, even Lot, and came near to break the door. 10 But the men put forth their hand, arid pulled Lot into the house to them, and shut to the door. 11 And they smote the men that were at the door of the house with blindness, both small and great : so that they wearied themselves to find the door. 12 And the men said unto Lot, Hast thou here any besides? son in law, and thy sons, and thy daughters, and whatsoever thou hast in the city, bring them out of this place : 13 For we will destroy this place, because the cry of them is waxen great before the face of the Lord; and the Lord hath sent us to destroy it. 14 And Lot went out, and spake unto his sons in law, which married his daughters, and said, Up, get you out of this place; for the Lord will destroy this city. But he seemed as one that mocked unto his sons in law. 15 And when the morning arose, then the angels hastened Lot, saying, Arise, take thy wife, and thy two daughters, which are here; lest thou be consumed in the iniquity of the city. 16 And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon his hand, and upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two daughters; the Lord be- ing merciful unto him: and they brought him forth, and set him without the city. 17 And it came to pass, when they had brought them forth abroad, that he said, Escape for thy life; look not behind thee, neither stay thou in all the plain; escape to the mountain, lest thou be consumed. 18 And Lot said unto them, Oh, not so, my Lord ; 19 Behold now, thy servant hath found grace in thy sight, and thou hast magnified thy mercy, which thou hast shewed unto me in saving my life ; and I cannot escape to the mountain, lest some evil take me, and I die: 20 Behold now, this city is near to flee unto, and it is a little one: Oh, let me escape thither, (is it not a little one?) and my soul shall live. 21 And he said unto him, See, I have accepted thee concerning this thing also, that I will not overthrow this city, for the which thou hast spoken. 22 Haste thee, escape thither; for I cannot do any thing till thou be come thither. Therefore the name of the city was called Zoar. 23 The sun was risen upon the earth when Lot entered into Zoar. 24 Then the Lord rained upon Sodom and upon Gomorrah brimstone and fire from the Lord out of heaven; 25 And he overthrew those cities, and all the plain, and all the inhabitants of the cities, and that which grew upon the ground. 26 But his wife looked back from behind him, and she became a pillar of salt. 27 And Abraham gat up early in the morning to the place where he stood before the Lord : 28 And he looked toward Sodom and Gomorrah, and toward all the land of the plain, and beheld, and, lo, the smoke of the country went up as the smoke of a furnace. 29 And it came to pass, when God destroyed the cities of the plain, that God remembered Abra- ham, and sent Lot out of the midst of the over- throw, when he overthrew the cities in the which Lot dwelt. 30 And Lot went up out of Zoar, and dwelt in the mountain, and his two daughters with him; for he feared to dwell in Zoar: and he dwelt in a cave, he and his two daughters. 31 And the firstborn said unto the younger, Our father is old, and, there is not a man in the earth to come in unto us after the manner of all the earth : 32 Come, let us make our father drink wine, and we will lie with him, that we may preserve seed of our father. 33 And they made their father drink wine that night: and the firstborn went in, and lay with her father; and he perceived not when she lay down, nor when she arose. 13 Ill The daughters of Lot. GENESIS, XX. (20.) Ilagar in distress. 34 And it came to pass on the morrow, that the firstborn said unto the younger, Behold, I lay yes- ternight with my father: let us make him drink wine this night also ; and go thou in, and lie with him, that we may preserve seed of our father. 35 And they made their father drink wine that nignt also: and the younger arose, and lay with him ; and he perceived not when she lay down, nor when she arose. 36 Thus were both the daughters of Lot with child by their father. 37 And the firstborn bare a son, and called his name Moab : the same is the father of the Moabites unto this day. 38 And the younger, she also bare a son, and called his name Ben-ammi : the same is the father of the children of Ammon unto this day. CHAPTER XX. (20.) 1 Abraham sojourneth at Gerar, 2 denieth bis wife, and loseth her. 3 Abimelech is reproved for her in a dream. 9 He rebuketh Abraham, 14 restoreth Sarah, 16 and reproveth her. 17 He is healed by Abraham's prayer. AND Abraham journeyed from thence toward the south country, and dwelled between Ka- desh and Shur, and sojourned in Gerar. 2 And Abraham said of Sarah his wife, She is my sister : and Abimelech king of Gerar sent, and took Sarah. 3 But God came to Abimelech in a dream by night, and said to him, Behold, thou art but a dead man, for the woman which thou hast taken; for she is a man's wife. 4 But Abimelech had not come near her : and he said, Lord, wilt thou slay also a righteous nation? 5 Said he not unto me, She is my sister? and she, even she herself said, He is my brother: in the integrity of my heart and innocency of my hands have I done this. C And God said unto him in a dream, Yea, I know that thou didst this in the integrity of thy heart; for I also withheld thee from sinning against me : therefore suffered I thee not to touch her. 7 Now therefore restore the man his wife; for he is a prophet, and he shall pray for thee, and thou shalt live: and if thou restore her not, know thou that thou shalt surely die, thou, and all that are thine. 8 Therefore Abimelech rose early in the morn- ing, and called all his servants, and told all these things in their ears : and the men were sore afraid. 9 Then Abimelech called Abraham, and said unto him, What hast thou done unto us? and what have I offended thee, that thou hast brought on me and on my kingdom a great sin? thou hast done deeds unto me that ought not to be done. 10 And Abimelech said unto Abraham, What sawest thou, that thou hast done this thing? 11 And Abraham said, Because I thought, Surely the fear of God is not in this place; and they will slay me for my wife's sake. 12 And yet indeed she is my sister; she is the daughter of my father, but not the daughter of my mother ; and she became my wife. 13 And it came to pass, when God caused me to wander from my father's house, that I said unto her, This is thy kindness which thou shalt shew unto me; at every place whither we shall come, say of me, He is my brother. 14 And Abimelech took sheep, and oxen, and menservants, and womenservants, and gave them unto Abraham, and restored him Sarah his wife. 15 And Abimelech said, Behold, my land is be- fore thee: dwell where it pleaseth thee. 16 And unto Sarah he said, Behold, I have given thy brother a thousand pieces of silver: behold, he is to thee a covering of the eyes, unto all that are with thee, and with all other: thus she was re- proved. 17 So Abraham prayed unto God: and God healed Abimelech, and his wife, and his maid- servants; and they bare children. 18 For the Lord had fast closed up all the wombs of the house of Abimelech, because of Sarah Abraham's wife. CHAPTER XXI. (21.) 1 Isaac is born. 4 He is circumcised. 6 Sarah's joy. 9 Hagar and Ishmael are cast forth. 15 Hagar in distress. 17 The angel comforteth her. 22 Abime- lech's covenant with Abraham at Beer-sheba. AND the Lord visited Sarah as he had said, . and the Lord did unto Sarah as he had spoken. 2 For Sarah conceived, and bare Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had spoken to him. 3 And Abraham called the name of his son that was born unto him, whom, Sarah bare to him, Isaac. 4 And Abraham circumcised his son Isaac be- ing eight days old, as God had commanded him. 5 And Abraham was an hundred years old, when his son Isaac was born unto him. 6 And Sarah said, God hath made me to laugh, so that all that hear will laugh with me. 7 And she said, Who would have said unto Abraham, that Sarah should have given children suck? for I have born him a son in his old age. 8 And the child grew, and was weaned: and Abraham made a great feast the same day that Isaac was weaned. 9 And Sarah saw the son of Hager the Egypt- ian, which she had born unto Abraham, mocking. 10 Wherefore she said unto Abraham, Cast out this bondwoman and her son: for the son of this bondwoman shall not be heir with my son, even with Isaac. 11 And the thing was very grievous in Abra- ham's sight because of his son. 12 And God said unto Abraham, Let it not be grievous in thy sight because of the lad, and be- cause of thy bondwoman; in all that Sarah hath said unto thee, hearken unto her voice; for in Isaac shall thy seed be called. 13 And also of the son of the bondwoman will I make a nation, because he is thy seed. 14 And Abraham rose up early in the morning, and took bread, and a bottle of water, and gave it 14 The Angel comforteth her. GENESIS XXII. (22.) Abraham returneth unto his young men unto Hagar, putting it on her shoulder, and the child, and sent her away: and she departed, and wandered in the wilderness of Beer-she ba. 15 And the water was spent in the bottle, and she cast the child under one of the shrubs. 16 And she went, and sat her down over against him a good way off, as it were a bowshot : for she said, Let me not see the death of the child. And she sat over against him, and lift up her voice, and wept. 17 And God heard the voice of the lad ; and the angel of God called to Hagar out of heaven, and said unto her, What ail eth thee, Hagar? fear not; for God hath heard the voice of the lad where he is. 18 Arise, lift up the lad, and hold him in thine hand; for I will make him a great nation. 19 And God opened her eyes, and she saw a well of water; and she went, and filled the bottle with water, and gave the lad drink. 20 And God was with the lad; and he grew, and dwelt in the wilderness, and became an archer. 21 And he dwelt in the wilderness of Paran: and his mother took him a wife out of the land of Egypt. 22 And it came to pass at that time, that Abi- melech and Phichol the chief captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, God is with thee in all that thou doest: 23 Now therefore swear unto me here by God that thou wilt not deal falsely with me, nor with my son, nor with my son's son: but according to the kindness that I have done unto thee, thou shalt do unto me, and to the land wherein thou hast sojourned. 24 And Abraham said, I will swear. 25 And Abraham reproved Abimelech because of a well of water, which Abimelech's servants had violently taken away. 26 And Abimelech said, I wot not who hath done this thing : neither didst thou tell me, neither yet heard I of it, but to day. 27 And Abraham took sheep and oxen, and gave them unto Abimelech; and both of them made a covenant. 28 And Abraham set seven ewe lambs of the flock by themselves. 29 And Abimelech said unto Abraham, What mean these seven ewe lambs which thou hast set by themselves? 30 And he said, For these seven ewe lambs shalt thou take of my hand, that they may be a witness unto me, that I have digged this well. 31 Wherefore he called that place Beer-sheba; because there they sware both of them. 32 Thus they made a covenant at Beer-sheba: then Abimelech rose up, and Phichol the chief cap- tain of his host, and they returned into the land of the Philistines. 33 And Abraham plantad a grove in Beer-she- ba, and called there on the name of the Lord, the everlasting God. 34 And Abraham sojourned in the Philistines' land many days. CHAPTER XXII. (22.) 1 Abraham is tempted to offer Isaac. 3 He giveth proof of his faith and obedience. 11 The angel stayeth him. 13 Isaac is exchanged "with a ram. 11 The place is called Jehovah-jireh. 15 Abraham is blessed again. 20 The generation of Nahor unto Rebekah. AND it came to pass after these things, that God did tempt Abraham, and said unto him, Abraham: and he said, Behold, here I am. 2 And he said, Take now thy son, thine only son Isaac, whom thou lovest, and get thee into the land of Moriah; and offer him there for a burnt offering upon one of the mountains which I will tell thee of. 3 And Abraham rose up early in the morning, and saddled his ass, and took two of his young men with him, and Isaac his son, and clave the wood for the burnt offering, and rose up, and went unto the place of which God had told him. 4 Then on the third day Abraham lifted up his eyes, and saw the place afar off. 5 And Abraham said unto his young men, Abide ye here with the ass; and I and the lad will go yonder and worship, and come again to you. 6 And Abraham took the wood of the burnt offering, and laid it upon Isaac his son ; and he took the fire in his hand, and a knife; and they went both of them together. 7 And Isaac spake unto Abraham his father and said, My father: and he said, Here am I, my son. And he said, Behold the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?, 8 And Abraham said, My son, God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt offering : so they went both of them together. 9 And they came to the place which God had told him of; and Abraham built an altar there, and laid the wood in order, and bound Isaac his son, and laid him on the altar upon the wood. 10 And Abraham stretched forth his hand, and took the knife to slay his son. 11 And the angel of the Lord called unto him out of heaven, and said, Abraham, Abraham: and he said, Here am I. 12 And he said, Lay not thine hand upon the lad, neither do thou any thing unto him: for now I know that thou fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me. 13 And Abraham lifted up his eyes, and looked, and behold behind him a ram caught in a thicket by his horns: and Abraham went and took the ram, and offered him up for a burnt offering in the stead of his son. 14 And Abraham called the name of that place Jehovah-jireh: as it is said to this day, In the mount of the Lord it shall be seen. 15 And the angel of the Lord called unto Abra- ham out of heaven the second time, 16 And said, By myself have I sworn, saith the Lord, for because thou hast done this thing, and hast not withheld thy son, thine only son: 17 That in blessing I will bless thee, and in mul- tiplying I will multiply thy seed as the stars of the heaven, and as the sand which is upon the sea 15 H2> p— 1 n o :ji C" fD re 3 re 1-1 CD o ps re — o re re & 'J U s| c B" B" B & o B 3 re rt r+ o r« CO & o M B P ^+ o B B* b re fD ft re 01 o * 3 o B9 n Generation of Nahor unto Rebekah. GENESIS, XXIY. (24.) The servant's journey. shore; and thy seed shall possess the gate of his enemies ; 18 And in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; because thou hast obeyed my voice. 19 So Abraham returned unto his young men, and they rose up and went together to Beer-sheba; and Abraham dwelt at Beer-sheba. 20 And it came to pass after these things, that it was told Abraham, saying, Behold, Milcah, she hath also born children unto thy brother Nahor; 21 Huz his firstborn, and Buz his brother, and Kemuel the father of Aram, 22 And Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel. 23 And Bethuel begat Rebekah: these eight Milcah did bear to Nahor, Abraham's brother. 24 And his concubine, whose name was Reu- mah, she bare also Tebah, and Gaham, and Tha- hash, and Maachah. CHAPTER XXin. (23.) 1 The age and death of Sarah. 3 The purchase of Machpelah, 19 where Sarah was buried. AND Sarah was an hundred and seven and twenty years old : these were the years of the life of Sarah. 2 And Sarah died in Kirjath-arba; the same is Hebron in the land of Canaan: and Abraham came to mourn for Sarah, and to weep for her. 3 And Abraham stood up from before his dead, and spake unto the sons of Heth, saying, 4 I am a stranger and sojourner with you: give me a possession of a burying place with you, that I may bury my dead out of my sight. 5 And the children of Heth answered Abraham, saying unto him, 6 Hear us, my lord: thou art a mighty prince among us : in the choice of our sepulchres bury thy dead; none of us shall withhold from thee his sepulchre, but that thou mayest bury thy dead. 7 And Abraham stood up, and bowed himself to the people of the land, even to the children of Heth. 8 And he communed with them, saying, If it be your mind that I should bury my dead out of my sight; hear me, and intreat for me to Ephron the son of Zohar, 9 That he may give me the cave of Machpelah, which he hath, which is in the end of his field ; for as much money as it is worth he shall give it me for a possession of a buryingplace amongst you. 10 And Ephron dwelt among the children of Heth: and Ephron and Hittite answered Abraham in the audience of the children of Heth, even of all that went in at the gate of his city, saying, 11 Nay, my lord, hear me: the field give I thee, and the cave that is therein, I give it thee; in the presence of the sons of my people give I it thee: bury thy dead. 12 And Abraham bowed down himself before the people of the land. 13 And he spake unto Ephron in the audience of the people of the land, saying, But if thou will give it, I pray thee, hear me: I will give thee money for the field; take it of me, and I will bury my dead there. 14 And Ephron answered Abraham, saying unto him, 15 My lord, hearken unto me: the land is worth four hundred shekels of silver: what is that be- twixt me and thee? bury therefore thy dead. 16 And Abraham hearkened unto Ephron; and Abraham weighed to Ephron the silver, which he had named in the audience of the sons of Heth, four hundred shekels of silver, current money with the merchant. 17 And the field of Ephron, which was in Machpelah, which was before Mamre, the field, and the cave which was therein, and all the trees that were in the field, that were in all the borders round about, were made sure 18 Unto Abraham for a possession in the pres- ence of the children of Heth, before all that went in at the gate of his city. 19 And after this, Abraham buried Sarah his wife in the cave of the field of Machpelah before Mamre : the same is Hebron in the land of Canaan. 20 And the field, and the cave that is therein, were made sure unto Abraham for a possession of a buryingplace by the sons of Heth. CHAPTER XXIV. (24.) 1 Abraham sweareth his servant. 10 The servant's journey: 12 His prayer: 14 His sign. 15 Rebekah meeteth him, 18 fulnlleth his sign, 22 receiveth jewels, 23 sheweth her kindred, 25 and inviteth him home. 26 The servant blesseth God. 29 Laban entertaineth him. 34 The servant sheweth his message. 50 Laban and Bethuel approve it. 58 Rebekah consenteth to go. 62 Isaac meeteth her. AND Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the Lord had blessed Abraham in all things. 2 And Abraham said unto his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh: 3 And I will make thee swear by the Lord, the God of heaven, and the God of the earth, that thou shalt not take a wife unto my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, among whom I dwell : 4 But thou shalt go unto my country, and to my kindred, and take a wife unto my son Isaac. 5 And the servant said unto' him, Peradventure the woman will not be willing to follow me unto this land: must I needs bring thy son again unto the land from whence thou earnest? 6 And Abraham said unto him, Beware thou that thou bring not my son thither again. 7 The Lord God of heaven, which took me from my father's house, and from the land of my kindred, and which spake unto me, and that sware unto me, saying, Unto thy seed will I give this land ; he shall send his angel before thee, and thou shalt take a wife unto my son from thence. 8 And if the woman will not be willing to follow thee, then thou shalt be clear from this my oath: only bring not my son thither again. 9 And the servant put his hand under the thigh of Abraham his master, and sware to him concern- ing that matter. 16 ;yr Bftff P fD p-§§; ,«» 2 CO P 1-1 B*t> Eg 8-B pa B o m O l-h p B* ? 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Jacob kisses Isaac. now the Lord hath made room for us, and we shall be fruitful in the land. 23 And he went up from thence to Beer-sheba. 24 And the Lord appeared unto him the same night, and said, I am the God of Abraham thy father : fear not, for I am with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abra- ham's sake. 25 And he builded an altar there, and called upon the name of the Lord, and pitched his tent there: and there Isaac's servants digged a well. 26 Then Abimelech went to him from Gerar, and Ahuzzath one of his friends, and Phichol the chief captain of his army. 27 And Isaac said unto them, Wherefore come ye to me, seeing ye hate me, and have sent me away from you? 28 And they said, Yv T e saw certainly that the Lord was with thee : and we said, Let there be now an oath betwixt us,, even betwixt us and thee, and let us make a covenant with thee; 29 That thou wilt do us no hurt, as we have not touched thee, and as we have done unto thee noth- ing but good, and have sent thee away in peace: thou art now the blessed of the Lord. 30 And he made them a feast, and they did eat and drink. 31 And they rose up betimes in the morning, and sware one to another: and Isaac sent them away, and they departed from him in peace. 32 And it came to pass the same day, that Isaac's servants came, and told him concerning the well which they had digged, and said unto him, We have found water. 33 And he called it Shebah: therefore the name of the city is Beer-sheba unto this day. 34 And Esau was forty years old when he took to wife Judith the daughter of Beeri the Hittite, and Bashemath the daughter of Elon the Hittite: 35 Which were a grief of mind unto Isaac and to Rebekah. CHAPTER XXVII. (27.) 1 Isaac sendeth Esau for venison. 6 Rebekah in- structed Jacob to obtain the blessing. 15 Jacob un- der the person of Esau obtaineth it. 30 Esau bring- eth venison. S3 Isaac trembleth. 34 Esau com- plaineth and by importunity obtaineth a blessing. 41 He threateneth Jacob. 42 Rebekah disappointed it. AND it came to pass, that when Isaac was old, and his eyes were dim, so that he could not see, he called Esau his eldest son, and said unto him, My son: and he said unto him, Behold, here ami 2 And he said, Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death : 3 Now therefore take, I pray thee, thy weapons, thy quiver and thy bow, and go out to the field, and take me some venison ; 4 And make me savoury meat, such as I love, and bring it to me, that 1 may eat; that mj soul may bless thee before I die. 5 And Rebekah heard when Isaac spake to Esau his son. And Esau went to the field to hunt for venison, and to bring it. 6 And Rebekah spake unto Jacob her son, say- ing, Behold, I heard they father speak unto Esau thy brother, saying, 7 Bring me venison, and make me savoury meat, that I may eat, and bless thee before the Lord be- fore my death. 8 Now therefore, my son, obey my voice accord- ing to that which I command thee. 9 Go now to the flock, and fetch me from thence two good kids of the goats; and I will make them savoury meat for thy father, such as he loveth: 10 And thou shalt bring it to thy father, that he may eat, and that he may bless thee before his death. 11 And Jacob said to Rebekah his mother, Be- hold, Esau my brother is a hairy man, and I am a smooth man : 12 My father peradventure will feel me, and I shall seem to him as a deceiver; and I shall bring a curse upon me, and not a blessing. 13 And his mother said unto him, Upon me be thy curse, my son : only obey my voice, and go fetch me them. 14 And he went, and fetched, and brought them to his mother : and his mother made savoury meat, such as his father loved. 15 And Rebekah took goodly raiment of her eldest son Esau, which were with her in the house, and put them upon Jacob her younger son: 16 And she put the skins of the kids of the goats upon his hands, and upon the smooth of his neck: 17 And she gave the savoury meat and the bread, which she had prepared, into the hand of her son Jacob. 18 And he came unto his father, and said, My father: and he said, Here am I; who art thou, my son? 19 And Jacob said unto his father, I am Esau thy firstborn ; I have done according as thou badest me: arise, I pray thee, sit and eat of my venison, that thy soul may bless me. 20 And Isaac said anto his son, How is it that thou hast found it so quickly, my son? And he said, Because the Lord thy God brought it to me, 21 And Isaac said unto Jacob, Come near, I pray thee, that I may feel thee, my son, whether thou be my very son Esau or not. 22 And Jacob went near unto Isaac his father; and he felt him, and said, The voice is Jacob's voice, but the hands are the hands of Esau. 23' And he discerned him not, because his hands were hairy, as his brother Esau's hands: so he blessed him. 24 Aud he said, Art thou my very son Esau? And he said, I am. 25 And he said, Bring it near to me, and I will eat of my son's vension, that my soul may bless thee. And he brought it near to him, and he did eat: and he brought him wine, and he drank. 26 And his father Isaac said unto him, Come | near now, and kiss me, my son. 27 And he came near, and kissed him: and he smelled the smell fu* his raiment, and blessed him, _ , Esau bringeth venison. GENESIS, XXVIII. (28.) I I Isaac blesses Jacob. and said, See, the smell of my son is as the smell of a field which the Lord hath blessed: 28 Therefore God give thee of the dew of heaven, and the fatness of the earth, and plenty of corn and wine: 29 Let people serve thee, and nations bow down to thee: be lord over thy brethren, and let thy mother's sons bow down to thee: cnrsed be every one that curseth thee, and blessed be he that blesseth thee. 30 And it came to pass, as soon as Isaac had made an end of blessing Jacob, and Jacob was yet scarce gone out from the presence of Isaac his father, that Esau his brother came in from his hunting. 31 And he also had made savoury meat, and brought it unto his father, and said unto his father, Let my father arise, and eat of his son's venison, that thy soul may bless me. 32 And Isaac his father said unto him, Who art thou? And he said, I am thy son, thy firstborn Esau. 33 And Isaac trembled very exceedingly, and said, TV T ho? where is he that hath taken venison, and brought it me, and I have eaten of all before thou earnest, and have blessed him? yea, and he shall be blessed. 34 And when Esau heard the words of his father, he cried with a great and exceeding bitter cry, and said unto his father, Bless me, even me also, O my father. 35 And he said, Thy brother came with subtilty, and hath taken away thy blessing. 36 And he said, Is not he rightly named Jacob? for he hath supplanted me these two times: he took away my birthright; and, behold, now he hath taken away my blessing. And he said. Hast thou not reserved a blessing for me? 37 And Isaac answered and said unto Esau, Be- hold, I have made him thy lord, and all his brethren have I given to him for servants; and with corn and wine have I sustained him: and what shall I do now unto thee, my son? 38 And Esau said unto his father, Hast thou but one blessing, my father? bless me, even me also, O my father. And Esau lifted up his voice, and wept. 39 And Isaac his father answered and said unto him, Behold, thy dwelling shall be the fatness of the earth, and of the dew of heaven from above; 40 And by thy sword shalt thou live, and shalt serve thy brother; and it shall come to pass when thou shalt have the dominion, that thou shalt break his yoke from off thy neck. 41 And Esau hated Jacob because of the bless- ing wherewith his father blessed him: and Esau said in his heart, The days of mourning for my father are at hand; then will I slay my brother Jacob. 42 And these words of Esau her elder son were told to Rebekah : and she sent and called Jacob her younger son, and said unto him, Behold, thy brother Esau, as touching thee, doth comfort him- self, purposing to kill thee. 43 Now therefore, my son, obey my voice; and arise, flee thou to Laban my brother to Haran; 44 And tarry with him a few days, until thy brother's fury turn away; 45 Until thy brother's anger turn away from thee, and he forget that which thou hast done to him: then I will send, and fetch thee from thence: why should I be deprived also of you both in one day? 46 And Bebekah said to Isaac, I am weary of my life because of the daughters of Heth: if Jacob take a wife of the daughters of Heth, such as these which are of the daughters of the land, what good shall my life do me? CHAPTER XXVin. (28.) 1 Issae blesseth Jacob, and seudetli bim to Padan-arani. 6 Esau marrietb Mabalatb the daughter of Isbmael. 10 The vision of Jacob's ladder. 18 The stone of Beth-el. 20 Jacob's vow. AND Isaac called Jacob, and blessed him, and charged him, and said unto him, Thou shalt not take a wife of the daughters of Canaan. 2 Arise, go to Padan-aram, to the house of Bethuel thy mother's father; and take thee a wife from thence of the daughters of Laban thy mother's brother. . 3 And God Almighty bless thee, and make thee fruitful, and multiply thee, that thou mayest be a multitude of people; 4 And give thee the blessing of Abraham, to thee, and to thy seed with thee; that thou mayest inherit the, land wherein thou art a stranger which God gave unto Abraham. 5 And Isaac sent away Jacob: and he went to Padan-aram unto Laban, son of Bethuel the Syrian, the brother of Rebekah, Jacob's and Esau's mother. 6 When Esau sawthat Isaac had blessed Jacob, and sent him away to Padan-aram, to take him a wife from thence; and that as he blessed him he gave him a charge, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife of the daughters of Canaan; 7 And that Jacob obeyed his father and his mother, and was gone to Padan-aram; 8 And Esau seeing that the daughters of Ca- naan pleased not Isaac his father; 9 Then went Esau unto Ishmael, and took unto the wives which he hnd Mahalath the daughter of Ishmael Abraham's son, the sister of Nebajoth, to be his wife. 10 And Jacob went out from Beer-sheba, and went toward Haran. 11 And he lighted upon a certain place, and tarried there all night, because the sun was set; and he took of the stones of that place, and put them for his pillows, and lay down in that place to sleep. 12 And he dreamed, and behold a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven : and behold the angels of God ascending and de- cending on it. 13 And, behold, the Lord stood above it, and said, I am the Lord God of Abraham thy father, and the God of Isaac : the land wherecn thou liest, to thee will I give it, and to thy seed; 21 Jacob meeteth Rachael, GENESIS, XXIX. (29.) And Jacob loved Rachael. 14 And thy seed shall be as the dust of the earth, and thou shalt spread abroad to the west, and to the east, and to the north, and to the south : and in thee and in thy seed shall all the families of the earth be blessed. 15 And, behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest, and will bring thee again into this land; for I will not leave thee, until I have done that which I have spoken to thee of. 16 And Jacob awaked out of his sleep, and he said, Surely the Lord is in this place ; and I knew it not. 17 And he was afraid, and said, How dreadful is this place! this is none other than the house of God, and this is the gate of heaven. 18 And Jacob rose up early in the morning, and took the stone that he had put for his pillows, and set it up for a pillar, and poured oil upon the top of it. 19 And he called the name of that place Beth- el : but the name of that city was called Luz at the first. 20 And Jacob vowed a vow, saying, If God will be with me, and will keep me in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat, and raiment to put on, 21 So that I come again to my father's house in peace; then shall the Lord be my God: 22 And this stone, which I have set for a pillar, shall be God's house: and of all that thou shalt give me I will surely give the tenth unto thee. CHAPTER XXIX. (29.) 1 Jacob cometh to the well of Haran. 9 He taketh ac- quaintance of Rachel. 13 Laban entertained him. IS Jacob covenanteth for Rachel. 23 He is deceived with Leah. 28 He niarrieth also Rachel, and serveth for her seven years more. 32 Leah beareth Reuben, 33 Simeon, 34 Levi, 35 and Judah. THEN Jacob went on his journey, and came into the land of the people of the east. 2 And he looked, and behold a well in the held, and, lo, there were three flocks of sheep lying by it; for out of that well they watered the flocks: and a great stone was upon the well's mouth. 3 And thither were all the flocks gathered : and they rolled the stone from the well's mouth, and watered the sheep, and put the stone again upon the well's mouth in his place. 4 And Jacob said unto them, My brethren, whence be ye? And they said, Of Haran are we. 5 And he said unto them, Know ye Laban the son of Nahor? And they said, We know him. 6 And he said unto them, Is he well? And they said, He is well : and, behold, Rachel his daughter cometh with the sheep. 7 And he said, Lo, it is yet high day, neither is it time that the. cattle should be gathered to- gether: water ye the sheep, and go and feed them. 8 And they said, We cannot, until all the flocks be gathered together, and till they roll the stone from the well's mouth ; then we water the sheep. 9 And while he yet spake with them, Rachel came with her father's sheep: for she kept them. 10 And it came to pass, when Jacob saw Rachel the daughter of Laban his mother's brother, and the sheep of Laban his mother's brother, that Jacob went near, and rolled the stone from the well's mouth, and watered the flock of Laban his mother's brother. 11 And Jacob kissed Rachel, and lifted up his voice, and wept. 12 And Jacob told Rachel that he was her father's brother, and that he was Rebekah's son: and she ran and told her father. 13 And it came to pass, when Laban heard the tidings of Jacob his sister's son, that he ran to meet him, and embraced him, and kissed him, and brought him to his house. And he told Laban all these things. 14 And Laban said to him, Surely thou art my bone and my flesh. And he abode with him the space of a month. 15 And Laban said unto Jacob, Because thou art my brother, shouldest thou therefore serve me for naught? tell me, what shall thy wages be? 16 And Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. 17 Leah was tender eyed; but Rachel was beau- tiful and well favoured. 18 And Jacob loved Rachel; and said, I will serve thee seven years for Rachel thy younger daughter. 19 And Laban said, It is better that I give her to thee, than that I should give her to another man: abide with me. 20 And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her. 21 And Jacob said unto Laban, Give me my wife, for my days are fulfilled, that I may go in unto her. 22 And Laban gathered together all the men of the place, and made a feast. 23 And it came to pass in the evening, that he took Leah his daughter, and brought her to him; and he went in unto her. 24 And Laban gave unto his daughter Leah Zilpah his maid for an handmaid. 25 And it came to pass, that in the morning, 'be- hold, it was Leah: and he said to Laban, What is this thou hast done unto me? did not I serve with thee for Rachel? wherefore then hast thou be- guiled me? 26 And Laban said, It must not be so done in our country, to give the younger before the first- born. 27 Fulfil her week, and we will give thee this also for the service which thou shalt serve with me yet seven other years. 28 And Jacob did so, and fulfilled her week : and he gave him Rachel his daughter to wife also. 29 And Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah his handmaid to be her maid. 30 And he went in also unto Rachel, and he loved also Rachel more than Leah, and served with him yet seven other years. 31 And when the Lord saw that Leah was •22 Leah conceived, and bare a son. GENESIS. XXX. (30.) Jacob reproveth Simeon and Levi. hated, he opened her womb: hut Eachel was barren. 32 And Leah conceived, and bare a son, and she called his na/?< a Reuben : for she said, Surely the Lord hath looked upon my affliction ; now therefore my husband will love me. 33 And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Because the Lord hath heard that I was hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon. 34 And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Now this time will my husband be joined unto me, because I have born him three sons: therefore was his name called Levi. 35 And she conceived again, and bare a son: and said, Now will I praise the Lord: therefore she called his name Judah; and left bearing. CHAPTER XXX. (30.) 1 Rachel, in grief for her barrenness, giveth Bilhah her maid unto Jacob. 5 She beareth Dan and Naphtali. 9 Leah giveth Zilpah her maid, -who beareth Gad and Asher. 14 Reuben flndeth mandrakes, with which Leah buyeth her husband of Rachel. 17 Leah beareth Issachar, Zebulun, and Dinah. 22 Rachel beareth Joseph. 25 Jacob desireth to depart. 27 Laban stay- eth him on a new covenant. 37 Jacob's policy, where- by he became rich. AND when Rachel saw that she bare Jacob no -children, Rachel envied her sister; and said unto Jacob, Give me children, or else I die. 2 And Jacob's anger was kindled against Rachel: and he said, Am I in God's stead, who hath withheld from thee the fruit of the womb? 3 And she said, Behold my maid Bilhah, go in unto her; and she shall bear upon my knees, that I may also have children by her. 4 And she gave him Bilhah her handmaid to wife: and Jacob went in unto her. 5 And Bilhah conceived, and bare Jacob a son. 6 And Rachel said, God hath judged me, and hath also heard my voice, and hath given me a son: therefore called she his name Dan. 7 And Bilhah Rachel's maid conceived again, and bare Jacob a second son. 8 And Rachel said, With great wrestlings have I wrestled with my sister, and I have prevailed: and she called his name Naphtali. 9 When Leah saw that she had left bearing, she took Zilpah her maid, and gave her Jacob to wife. 10 And Zilpah Leah's maid bare Jacob a son. 11 And Leah said, A troop cometh: and she called his name Gad. 12 And Zilpah Leah's maid bare Jacob a second son. 13 And Leah said, Happy am I, for the daughters will call me blessed: and she called his name Asher. 14 And Reuben went in the days of wheat harvest, and found mandrakes in the field, and brought them unto his mother Leah. Then Rachel said unto Leah, Give me, I pray thee, of thy son's mandrakes. 15 And she said unto her, Is it a small matter that thou hast taken my husband? and wouldest thou take away my son's mandrakes also? And Rachel said, Therefore he shall lie with thee to night for thy son's mandrakes. 16 And Jacob came out of the field in the even- ing, and Leah went out to meet him, and said, Thou must come in unto me; for surely I have hired thee with my son's mandrakes. And he lay with her that night. 17 And God hearkened unto Leah, and she con- ceived, and bare Jacob the fif tl i son. 18 And Leah said, God hath given me my hire, because I have given my maiden to my husband: and she called his name Issachar. 19 And Leah conceived again, and bare Jacob the sixth son. 20 And Leah said, God hath endued me with a good dowry; now will my husband dwell with me, because I have born him six sons: and she called his name Zebulun. 21 And afterwards she bare a daughter, and called her name Dinah. 22 And God remembered Rachel, and God hearkened to her, and opened her womb. 23 And she conceived, and bare a son; and said, God hath taken away my reproach: 24 And she called his name Joseph; and said, The Lord shall add to me another son. 25 And it came to pass, when Rachel had born Joseph, that Jacob said unto Laban, Send me away, that I may go unto mine own place, and to my country. 26 Give me my wives and my children, for whom I have served thee, and let me go : for thou knowest my service which I have done thee. 27 And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes, tarry: for I have learned by experience that the Lord hath blessed me for thy sake. 28 And he said, Appoint me thy wages, and I will give it. 29 And he said unto him, Thou knowest how I have served thee, and how thy cattle was with me. 30 For it was little which thou hadst before i came, and it is now increased unto a multitude; and the Lord hath blessed thee since my coming: and now when shall I provide for mine own house also? 31 And he said, What shall I give thee? And Jacob said, Thou shalt not give me any thing: if thou wilt do this thing for me, I will again feed and keep thy flock. 32 I will pass through all thy flock to day, re- moving from thence all the speckled and spotted cattle, and all the brown cattle among the sheep, and the spotted and speckled among the goats: and of such shall be my hire. 33 So shall my righteousness answer for me in time to come, when it shall come for my hire before thy face: every one that is not speckled and spotted among the goats, and brown among the sheep, that shall be counted stolen with me. 34 And Laban said, Behold, I would it might be according to thy word. 35 And he removed that day the he goats that 23 Jacob fed Laban's flocks. GENESIS. XXXI. (31.) Laban pursueth Jacob. were ringstraked and spotted, and all the she goats that were speckled and spotted, and every one that had some white in it, and all the brown among the sheep, and gave them into the hand of his sons. 36 And he set three days' journey betwixt him- self and Jacob : and Jacob fed the rest of Laban's flocks. 37 And Jacob took him rods of green poplar, and of the hazel and chestnut tree; and pilled white strakes in them, and made the white appear which was in the rods. 38 And he set the rods which he had pilled be- fore the flocks in the gutters in the watering troughs when the flocks came to drink, that they should conceive when they came to drink. 39 And the flocks conceived before the rods, and brought forth cattle ringstraked, speckled, and spotted. 40 And Jacob did separate the lambs, and se'<; the faces of the flocks toward the ringstraked, and all the brown in the flock of Laban; and he put his own flocks by themselves, and put them not unto Laban's cattle. 41 And it came to pass, whensoever the stronger cattle did conceive, that Jacob laid the rods be- fore the eyes of the cattle in the gutters, that they might conceive among the rods. 42 But when the cattle were feeble, he put them not in: so the feebler were Laban's, and the stronger Jacob's. 43 And the man increased exceedingly, and had much cattle, and maidservants, and menservants, and camels, and asses. CHAPTER XXXI. (31.J 1 Jacob upon displeasure departeth secretly. 19 Rachel stealeth her father's images. 22 Laban pursueth after him, 20 and complaineth of the wrong. 34 Rachel's policy to hide the images. 36 Jacob's complaint of Laban. 43 The covenant of Laban and Jacob at Galeed. AND he heard the words of Laban's sons, say- ing, Jacob hath taken away all that was our father's; and of that w T hich was our father's hath he gotten all this glory. 2 And Jacob beheld the countenance of Laban, and, behold, it wasi not toward him as before. 3 And the Lord said unto Jacob, Return unto the land of thy tathers, and to thy kindred; and I will be with thee. 4 And Jacob sent and called Rachel and Leah to the field unto his flock, 5 And said unto them, I see your father's countenance, that it is not toward me as before; but the God of my father hath been with me. 6 And ye know that with all my power I have served your father. 7 And your father hath deceived me, and changed my wages ten times; but God suffered him not to hurt me. 8 If he said thus, The speckled shall be thy wages; then all the cattle bare speckled: and if he said thus, The ringstraked shall be thy hire; then bare all the cattle ringstraked. 9 Thus God hath taken away the cattle of your father, and given them to me. 10 And it came to pass at the time that the cattle conceived, that I lifted up mine eyes, and saw in a dream, and, behold, the rams which leaped upon the cattle were ringstraked, speckled and grisled. 11 And the angel of God ►spake unto me in a dream, saying, Jacob : And I said, Here am I. 12 And he said, Lift up now thine eyes, and see, all the rams which leap upon the cattle are ring- straked, speckled, and grisled: for I have seen all that Laban doeth unto thee. 13 I am the God of Beth-el, where thou an- ointedst the pillar, and where thou vowedst a vow unto me: now arise, get thee out from this land, and return unto the land of thy kindred. 14 And Rachel and Leah answered and said unto him, Is there yet any portion or inheritance for us in our father's house? 15 Are we not counted of him strangers? for he hath sold us, and hath quite devoured also our money. 16 For all the riches which God hath taken from our father, that is our's, and our children's: now then, whatsoever God hath said unto thee, do. 17 Then Jacob rose up, and set his sons and his wives upon camels; 18 And he carried away all his cattle, and all his goods which he had gotten, the cattle of his getting, which he had gotten in Padan-aram, for to go to Isaac his father in the land of Canaan. 19 And Laban went to shear his sheep: and Rachel had stolen the images that were her father's. 20 And Jacob stole away unawares to Laban the Syrian, in that he told him not that he fled. 21 So he fled with all that he had; and he rose up, and passed over the river, and set his face toward the mount Gilead. 22 And it was told Laban on the third day that Jacob was fled. 23 And he took his brethren with him, and pur- sued after him seven days' journey; and they over- took him in the mount Gilead. 24 And God came to Laban the Syrian in a dream by night, and said unto him, Take heed that thou speak not to Jacob either good or bad. 25 Then Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mount: and Laban with his brethren pitched in the mount of Gilead. 26 And Laban said to Jacob, What hast thou done, that thou hast stolen away unawares to me, and carried away my daughters, as captives taken with the sword? 27 "Wherefore didst thou flee away secretly, and steal away from me, and didst not tell me, that I might have sent thee away with mirth, and with songs, with tab ret, and with harp? 28 And hast not suffered me to kiss my sons and my daughters? thou hast now done foolishly in so doing. 29 It is in the power of my hand to do you hurt: but the God of your father spake unto me yester- H4 Rachel hides the images. GENESIS, XXXII. (32) God commands Abraham's return. night, saying, Take thou heed that thou speak not to Jacob either good or had. 30 And now, though thou wouldest needs be gone, because thou sore longedst after thy father's nouse, yet wherefore hast thou stolen my gods? 31 And Jacob answered and said to Laban, Be- cause I was afraid: for I said, Peradventure thou wouldest take by force thy daughters from me. 32 With whomsoever thou findest thy gods, let him not live: before our brethren discern thou what is thine with me, and take it to thee. For Jacob knew not that Rachel had stolen them. 33 And Laban went into Jacob's tent, and into Leah's tent; and into the two maidservants' tents; but he found them not. Then went he out of Leah's tent, and entered into Rachel's tent 34 Now Rachel had taken the images, and put them in the camel's furniture, and sat upon them. And Laban searched all the tent, but found them not 35 And she said to her father, Let it not dis- please my lord that I cannot rise up before thee; for the custom of women is upon me. And he searched, but found not the images. 36 And Jacob was wroth, and chode with La- ban: and Jacob answered, and said to Laban What is my trespass? what is my sin, that thou hast so hotly pursued after me? 37 Whereas thou hast searched all my stuff? what hast thou found of all thy household stuff? set it here before my brethren and thy brethren, that they may judge betwixt us both. 38 This twenty years have I been with thee ; thy ewes and thy she goats have not cast their young, and the rams of thy flock have I not eaten. 39 That which was torn of beasts I brought not unto thee; I bare the loss of it; of my hand didst thou require it, whether stolen by day, or stolen by night. 40 Thus I was ; in the day the drought consumed me, and the frost by night ; and my sleep departed from mine eyes. 41 Thus have I been twenty years in thy house ; I served thee fourteen years for thy two daughters, and six years for thy cattle : and thou hast changed my wages ten times. 42 Except the God of my father, the God of Abraham, and the fear of Isaac, had been with me, surely thou hadst sent me away now empty. God hath seen mine affliction and the labour of my hands, and rebuked thee yesternight. 43 And Laban. answered and said unto Jacob, These daughters are my daughters, and these children are my children, and these cattle are my cattle, and all that thou seest is mine: and what can I do this day unto these my daughters or unto their children which they have born? 44 Now therefore come thou, let us make a covenant, I and thou; and let it be for a witness between me and thee. 45 And Jacob took a stone, and set it up for a pillar. 46 And Jacob said unto his brethren, Gather stones; and they took stones, and made an heap: and they did eat there upon the heap. 47 And Laban called it Jegar-saha-dutha: but Jacob called it Galeed. 48 And Laban said, This heap is a witness be- tween me and thee this day. Therefore was the name of it called Galeed; 49 And Mizpah; for he said, The Lord watch be- tween me and thee, when we are absent one from another. 50 If thou shalt afflict my daughters, or if thou shalt take other wives beside my daughters, no man is with us; see, God is witness betwixt me and thee. 51 And Leban said to Jacob, Behold this heap, and behold this pillar, which I have cast betwixt me and thee; 52 This heap be witness, and this pillar be wit- ness, that I will not pass over this heap to thee, and that thou shalt not pass over this heap and this pillar unto me, for harm. 53 The God of Abraham, and the God of Nahor, the God of their father, judge betwixt us. And Jacob sware by the fear of his father Isaac. 54 Then Jacob offered sacrifice upon the mount, and called his brethren to eat bread: and they did eat bread, and tarried all night in the mount. 55 And early in the morning Laban rose up, and kissed his sons and his daughters, and blessed them : and Laban departed, and returned unto his place. CHAPTER XXXII. (32.) 1 Jacob's vision at Mahanaim. 3 His message to Esau. 6 He is afraid of Esau's corning. 9 He prayeth for de- liverance. 13 He sendeth a present to Esau. 2-1 He ■\vrestleth with an angel at Peniel, where he is called Israel. 31 He halteth. AND Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him. 2 And when Jacob saw them, he said, This is God's host: and he called the name of that place Mahanaim. 3 And Jacob sent messengers before him to Esau his brother unto the land of Seir, the country of Edom. 4 And he commanded them, saying, Thus shall ye speak unto my lord Esau; Thy servant Jacob saith thus, I have sojourned with Laban, and stayed there until now: 5 And I have oxen, and asses, flocks, and men- servants, and womenservants: and I have sent to tell my lord, that I may find grace in thy sight. 6 And the messengers returned to Jacob, say- ing, We came to thy brother Esau, and also he cometh to meet thee, and four hundred men with him. 7 Then Jacob was greatly afraid and distressed: and he divided the people that was with him, and the flocks, and herds, and the camels, into two bands; 8 And said, If Esau come to the one company, and smite it, then the other company which is left shall escape. 9 And Jacob said, O God of my father Abraham, 25 Sendeth a present to Esau. GENESIS. XXXIII. (33.) Jacob is pledsed with Esau. and God of my father Isaac, the Lord which saidst unto me, Return unto thy country, and to thy kindred, and I will deal well with thee: 10 I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies, and of all the truth, which thou hast shewed unto thy servant; for with my staff I passed over this Jordan; and now I am become two bands. 11 Deliver me, I pray thee, from the hand of my brother, from the hand of Esau: for I fear him, lest he will come and smite me, and the mother with the children. 12 And thou saidst, I will surely do thee good, and make thy seed as the sand of the sea, which cannot be numbered for multitude. 13 And he lodged there that same night; and took of that which came to his hand a present from Esau his brother; 14 Two hundred she goats, and twenty he goats,, two hundred ewes, and twenty rams, 15 Thirty milch camels with their colts, forty kine, and ten bulls, twenty she asses, and ten foals. 16 And he delivered them into the hand of his servants, every drove by themselves; and said unto his servants, Pass over before me, and put a space betwixt drove and drove. 17 And he commanded the foremost, saying, When Esau my brother meeteth thee, and asketh thee, saying, Whose art thou? and whither goest thou? and whose are these before thee? 18 Then thou shalt say, They be thy servant Jacob's; it is a present sent unto my lord Esau: and, behold, also he is behind us. 19 And so commanded he the second, and the third, and all that followed the droves, saying, On this manner shall ye speak unto Esau, when ye find him. 20 And say ye moreover, Behold, thy servant Jacob is behind us. Eor he said, I will appease him with the present that goeth before me, and afterward I will see his face ; peradventure he will accept of me. 21 So went the present over before him: and himself lodged that night in the company. 22 And he rose up that night, and took his two wives, and his two womenservants, and his eleven sons, and passed over the ford Jabbok. 23 And he took them, and sent them over the brook, and sent over that he had. 24 And Jacob was left alone; and there wrestled a man with him until the breaking of the day. 25 And when he saw that he prevailed not against him, he touched the hollow of his thigh; and the hollow of Jacob's thigh was out of joint, as he wrestled with him. 26 And he said, Let me go, for the day breaketh. And he said. I will not let thee go, except thou bless me. 27 And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob. 28 And he said, Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel: for as a prince hast thou power with God and with men, and hast prevailed. 29 And Jacob asked him, and said, Tell me, I pray thee, thy name. And he said, Wherefore is it that thou dost ask after my name? And he blessed him there. 30 And Jacob called the name of the place Peniel: for I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved. 31 And as he passed over Penuel the sun rose upon him, and he halted upon his thigh. 32 Therefore the children of Israel eat not of the sinew which shrank, which is upon the hollow ; of the thigh, unto this day : because he touched the hollow of Jacob's thigh in the sinew that shrank. CHAPTER XXXIIL (33.) 1 The kindness of Jacob and Esau at their meeting. 17 Jacob cometh to Succoth. 18 At Shalem he buyeth a field, and buildeth an altar called El-elohe-Israel. ANI> Jacob lifted up his eyes, and looked, and, behold, Esau came, and with him four hun- dred men. And he divided the children unto Leah, and unto Rachel, and unto the two hand- maids. 2 And he put the handmaids and their children foremost, and Leah and her children after, and Rachel and Joseph hindermost. 3 And he passed over before them, and bowed himself to the ground seven times, until he came near to his brother. 4 And Esau ran to meet him, and embraced him, and fell on his neck, and kissed him: and they wept. 5 And he lifted up his eyes, and saw the women and the children; and said, Who are those with thee? And he said, The children which God hath graciously given thy servant. 6 Then the handmaidens came near, they and their children, and they bowed themselves. 7 And Leah also with her children came near, and bowed themselves: and after came Joseph near and Rachel, and they bowed themselves. 8 And he said, What meanest thou by all this drove which I met? And he said, These are to find grace in the sight of my lord. 9 And Esau said, I have enough, my brother; keep that thou hast unto thyself. 10 And Jacob said, Nay, I pray thee, if now I have found grace in thy sight, then receive my present at my hand : for therefore I have seen thy face, as though I had seen the face of God, and thou wast pleased with me. 11 Take, I pray thee, my blessing that is brought to thee ; because God hath dealt graciously with me, and because I have enough. And he urged him, and he took it. 12 And he said, Let us take our journey, and let us go, and I will go before thee. 13 And he said unto him, My lord knoweth that the children are tender, and the flocks and herds with young are with me: and if men should over- drive them one day, all the flock will die. 14 Let my lord, I pray thee, pass over before bis 26 crseaiP OPf .. SY Qeld, eche inari ught ° ? 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(37.) w Jacob has another dream. 10 These are the names of Esau's sons; Eliphaz the son of Adah the wife of Esau, Reuel the son of Rashemath the wife of Esau. 11 And the sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz. 12 And the Timna was concubine to Eliphaz Esau's son; and she bare to Eliphaz Amalek: these were the sons of Adah Esau's wife. 13 And these are the sons of Reuel; Nahath, and Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah : these were the sons of Bashemath Esau's wife. 14 And these were the sons of Aholibamah, the daughter of Anah the daughter of Zibeon, Esau's wife : and she bare to Esau Jeush, and Jaalam, and Korah. 15 These were dukes of the sous of Esau: the sons of Eliphaz the firstborn son of Esau ; duke Te- man, duke Omar, duke Zepho, duke Kenaz, 16 Duke Korah, duke Gatam, and duke Amalek : these are the dukes that came of Eliphaz in the land of Edom; these were the sons of Adah. - 17 And these are the sons of Eeuel Esau's son ; duke Nahath, duke Zerah, duke Shammah, duke Mizzah : these are the dukes that came of Reuel in the land of Edom; these are the sons of Bashemath Esau's wife. 18 And these are the sons of Aholibamah Esau's wife; duke Jeush, duke Jaalam, duke Ko- rah: these were the dukes that came of Aholiba- mah the daughter of Anah, Esau's wife. 19 These are the sons of Esau, who is Edom, and these are their dukes. 20 These are the sons of Seir the Horite, who inhabited the land ; Lotan, and Shobal, and Zibeon, and Anah, 21 And Dishon, and Ezer, and Dishan : these are the dukes of the Horites, the children of Seir in the land of Edom. 22 And the children of Lotan were Hori and Hemam ; and Lotan's sister was Timna. 23 And the children of Shobal were these; Al- van, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shepho, and Onam. 24 And these are the children of Zibeon; both Ajah, and Anah: this was that Anah that found the mules in the wilderness, as he fed the asses of Zibeon his father. 25 And the children of Anah were these; Dishon, and Aholibamah the daughter of Anah. 26 And these are the children of Dishon; Hem- dan, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran. 27 The children of Ezer are these; Bilhan, and Zaavan, and Akan. 28 The children of Dishan are these; TJz, and Aran. 29 These are the dukes that came of the Ho- rites ; duke Lotan, duke Shobal, duke Zibeon, duke Anah, 30 Duke Dishon, duke Ezer, duke Dishan : these are the dukes that came of Hori, among their dukes in the land of Seir. 31 And these are the kings that reigned in the land of Edom, before there reigned any king over the children o^ Israel. 32 And Bela + he son of Beor reigned in Edom: and the name of his city was Dinhabah. 33 And Bcla died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead. 34 And Jobab died, and Husham of the land of Temani reigned in his stead. 35 And Husham died, and Hadad the son of Bedad, who smote Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his stead : and the name of his city was Avith. 36 And Hadad died, and Samlah of Masrekah reigned in his stead. 37 And Samlah died, and Said of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead. 38 And Saul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead. 39 And Baal-hanan the son of Achbor died, and Hadar reigned in his stead: and the name of his city was Pau; and his wife's name was Mehetabel, and daughter of Hatred, the daughter of Mezahab. 40 And these are the names of the dukes that came of Esau, according to their families, after their places, by their names; duke Timnah, duke Alvah, duke Jetheth, 41 Duke Aholibamah, duke Elah, duke Pinon. 42 Duke Kenaz, duke Teman, duke Mibzar, 43 Duke Magdiel, duke Iram : these be the dukes of Edom, according to their habitations in the land of their possession: he is Esau the father of the Edomites. CHAPTER XXXVIL (37.) 2 Joseph is hated of his brethren. 5 His two dreams. 13 Jacob sendeth him to visit his brethren. 18 His breth- ren conspire his death. 21 Reuben saveth him. 26 They sell him to Ishmeelites. 31 His father, deceived by the bloody coat, mourneth for him. 36 He is sold to Potiphar in Egypt. AND Jacob dwelt in the land wherein his . father was a stranger, in the land of Canaan. 2 These are the generations of Jacob. Joseph, being seventeen years old, was feeding the flock with his brethren ; and the lad was with the sons of Bilhah, and with the sons of Zilpah, his father's wives: and Joseph brought unto his father their evil report. 3 Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children, because he was the son of his old age: and he made him a coat of many colours. 4 And when his brethren saw that their father- loved him more than all his brethren, they hated him, and could not speak peaceably unto him. 5 And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it his brethren : and they hated him yet the more. 6 And he said unto them, Hear, I pray you, this dream which I have dreamed : 7 For, behold, we were binding sheaves in the field, and, lo, my sheaf arose, and also stood up- right; and, behold, your sheaves stood round about, and made obeisance to my sheaf. 8 And his brethren said to him, Shalt thou in- deed reign over us? or shalt thou indeed have dominion over us? And they hated him yet the more for his dreams, and for his words. 9 And he dreamed yet another dream, and told it his brethren, and said, Behold, I have dreamed a dream more; and, behold, the sun and the moon and the eleven stars made obeisance to me. 29 £ * 9 di rt o Si as -■ eS-^W c8"g ea-S _ 03 r o> w rtSS t-l « O 0) Q)b ft S3 <-> S-< t-l d >-. fl o a CD h* J3 ■S r « 3 CD n.fl S3 fl ' o -bfl a£§-s 3 03 O CU fl to « V, 03 r-j ■-B §.£ TO M .fi j£ a fee Q > a 3 >> 0) '? Id iti ! >> feB ess fl 13 a o> co ■ .2 8 ■a < .O 3- a - a> a> H " >-3 si o P C3 a Pi ft 3 t-3 .3 -a w +-i 7J w 08 ■rt S3 y fl ai <1 Mi .P 1-5 H -^ (3 fa o +-I 4) O >. 03 W fee & a 01 w O ®a " ' Eh -H a B o d a o •l"« a •w Jacob rebuked by his father. GENESIS. XXXVIII. (38.) Tamar stay eth for Shelah. 10 And he told it to his father, and to his brethren: and his father rebuked him, and said unto him, What is this dream that thou hast dreamed? Shall I and thy mother and thy brethren indeed come to bow down . ourselves to thee to the earth? 11 And his brethren envied him; but his fathei- observed the saying. 12 And his brethren went to feed their father's flock in Shechem. 13 And Israel said unto Joseph, Do not thy brethren feed the flock in Shechem? come, and 1 will send thee unto them. And he said to him, Here am I. 14 And he said to him* Go, I pray thee, see whether it be well with thy brethren, and well with the flocks ; and bring me word again. So he sent him out of the vale of Hebron, and he came to Shechem. 15 And a certain man found him, and, behold, he was wandering in the field : and the man asked him, saying, What seekest thou? 16 And he said, I seek my brethren: tell me, I pray thee, where they feed their flocks. 17 And the man said, They are departed hence ; for I heard them say, Let us go to Dothan. And Joseph went after his brethren, and found them in Dothan. 18 And when they saw him afar off, even before he came near unto them, they conspired against him to slay him. 19 And they said one to another, Behold, this dreamer cometh. 20 Come now therefore, and let us slay him, and cast him into some pit, and we will say, Some evil beast hath devoured him: and we shall see what will become of his dreams. 21 And Keuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands; and said, Let us not kill him. 22 And Reuben said unto them, Shed no blood, but cast him into this pit that is in the wilderness, and lay no hand upon him ; that he might rid him out of their hands, to deliver him to his father again. 23 And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stript Joseph out of his coat, his coat of many colours that was on him ; 24 And they took him, and cast him into a pit : and the pit was empty, there was no water in it. 25 And they sat down to eat bread: and they lifted up their eyes and looked, and, behold, a company of Ishmeelites came from Gilead with their camels bearing spicery and balm and myrrh, going to carry it down to Egypt. 26 And Judah said unto his brethren, What profit is it if we slav our brother, and conceal his blood? 27 Come, and let us sell him to the Ishmeelites, and let not our hand be upon him; for he is our brother and our flesh. And his brethren were content. i 28 Then there passed by Midianites merchant- men; and they drew and lifted up Joseph out of the pit, and sold Joseph to the Ishmeelites for twenty pieces of silver: and they brought Joseph into Egypt. 29 And Reuben returned unto the pit; and, be- hold, Joseph was not in the pit; and he rent his clothes. 30 And he returned unto his brethren, and said, The child is not; and I, whither shall I go? 31 And they took Joseph's coat, and killed a kid of the goats, and dipped the coat in the blood , 32 And they sent the coat of many colours, and they brought it to their father; and said, This have we found : know now whether it be thy son's coat or no. 33 A nd he knew it, and said, It is my son's coat ; an evil beast hath devoured him; Joseph is with- out doubt rent in pieces. 34 And Jacob rent his clothes, and put sack- cloth upon his loins, and mourned for his son many days. . 35 And all his sons and all his daughters rose up to comfort him; but he refused to be comforted; and he said, For I will go down into the grave unto my son mourning. Thus his father wept for him. 36 And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh's, and captain of the guard. CHAPTER XXXVIH. (38.) 1 Judah begetteth Er, Onan, and Shelah. 6 Er maj'- rieth Tamar. 8 The trespass of Onan. 11 Tamar stayeth for Shelah. 13 She deceiveth Judah. 27 She beareth twins, Pharez and Zarah. A2JD it came to pass at that time, that Judah -went down from his brethren, and turned in to a certain Adullamite, whose name was Hirah. 2 And Judah saw there a daughter of a certain Canaanite, whose name was Shuah; and he took her, and went in unto her. 3 And she conceived, and bare a son and he called his name Er. 4 And she conceived again, and bare a son ; and she called his name Onan. 5 And she yet again conceived, and bare a son; and called his name Shelah : and he was at Chezib, when she bare him. 6 And Judah took a wife for Er, his firstborn, whose name was Tamar. 7 And Er, Judah's firstborn, was wicked in the sight of the Lord; and the Lord slew him. 8 And Judah said unto Onan, Go in unto thy brother's wife, and marry her, and raise up seed to thy brother. 9 And Onan knew that the seed should not be his; and it came to pass, when he went in unto I his brother's wife, that he spilled it on the ground, lest that he should give seed, to his brother. 10 And the thing which he did displeased the Lord: wherefore he slew him also. 11 Then said Judah to Tamar his daughter in law, Remain a widow at thy father's house, till Shelah my son be grown: for he said, Lest per- adventure he die also, as his brethren did. 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Joseph is falsely accused. forted, and went up unto his sheepshearers to Timnath, he and his friend Hirah the Adullamite. 13 And it was told Tamar, saying, Behold thy father in law goeth up to Timnath to shear his sheep. 14 And she put her widow's garments off from her, and covered her with a Tail, and wrapped her- self, and sat in an open place, which is by the way to Timnath; for she saw that Shelah was grown, and she was not given unto him to wife. 15 When Judah saw her, he thought her to be an harlot; because she had covered her face. 16 And he turned unto her by the way, and said, Go to, I pray thee, let me come in unto thee ; (for he knew not that she was his daughter in law.) And she said, What wilt thou give me, that thou may est come in unto me? 17 And he said, I will send thee a kid from the flock. And she said, Wilt thou give me a pledge, till thou send it? 18 And he said, What pledge shall I give thee? And she said, Thy signet, and thy bracelets, and thy staff that is in thine hand. And he gave it her, and came in unto her, and she conceived by him. 19 And she arose, and went away, and laid by he? vail from her, and put on the garments of her widowhood. 20 And Judah sent the kid by the hand of his friend the Adullamite, to receive his pledge from the woman's hand : but he found her not. 21 Then he asked the men of that place, saying, Where is the harlot, that was openly by the way side? And they said, There was no harlot in this place. 22 And he returned to Judah, and said, I can- not find her; and also the men of the place said, that there was no harlot in this place. 23 And Judah said, Let her take it to her, lest we be shamed: behold, I sent this kid, and thou hast not found her. 24 And it came to pass about three months after, that it was told Judah. saying. Tamar thy daughter in law hath played the harlot ; and also, behold, she is with child by whoredom. And Ju- dah said, Bring her forth, and let her be burnt. 25 When she was brought forth, she sent to her father in law, saying, By the man, whose these are, am I with child : and she said, Discern, I pray thee, whose are these, the signet, and bracelets, and staff. 26 And Judah acknowledged them, and said, She hath been more righteous than I ; because that I gave her not to Shelah my son. And he knew her again no more. 27 And it came to pass in the time of her tra- vail, that, behold, twins were in her womb. 28 And it came to pass, when she travailed, that the one put out his hand : and the midwife took and bound upon his hand a scarlet thread, saying, This came out first. 29 And it came to pass, as he drew back his hand, that, behold, his brother came out: and she said, How hast thou broken forth? this breach be upon thee: therefore his name was called Pharez. 30 And afterward came out his brother, that had the scarlet thread upon his hand: and his name was called Zarah. CHAPTER XXXIX. (39.J 1 Joseph advanced in Potiphar's house. 7 He resisteth his mistress's temptation. 13 He is falsely accused 20 He is cast in prison. 21 God is with him there. AND Joseph was brought down to Egypt; and •Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, captain of the guard, an Egyptian, bought him of the hands of the Ishmeelites, which had brought him down thither. 2 And the Lord was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian. 3 And his master saw that the Lord was with him, and that the Lord made all that he did to prosper in his hand. 4 And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand. 5 And it came to pass from the time that he had made him overseer in his house, and over all that he had, that the Lord blessed the Egyptian's hcuse for Joseph's sake; and the blessing of the Lord was upon all that he had in the house, and in the field. 6 And he left all that he had in Joseph's hand ; and he knew not ought he had, save the bread which he did eat. And Joseph was a goodly per- son, and well favoured. 7 And it came to pass after these things, that his master's wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me. 8 But he refused, and said unto his master's wife, Behold, my master wotteth not what js with me in the house, and he hath committed all that he hath to my hand; 9 There is none greater in this house than Ij neither hath he kept back any thing from me but thee, because thou art his wife: how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God? 10 And it came to pass, as she spake to Joseph day by day, that he hearkened not unto her, to lie by her, or to be with her. 11 And it came to pass about this time, that Joseph went into the house to do his business; and there was none of the men of the house there within. 12 And she caught him by his garment, saying, Lie with me : and he left his garment in her hand, and fled, and got him out. 13 And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth, 14 That she called unto the men of her house, and spake unto them, saying, See, he hath brought in an Hebrew unto us to mock us ; he came in unto me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice: 15 And it came to pass, when he heard that T lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his gar- ment with me, and fled, and got him out. 16 And she laid up his garment by her, until his lord came home. 17 And she spake unto him according to these 31 Joseph is cast into prison. GENESIS. XL. (40.) Pharaoh's two dreams. words, saying, The Hebrew servant, which thou hast brought unto us, came in unto me to mock me: 18 And it came to pass, as I lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his garment with me, and fled out. 19 And it came to pass, when his master heard the words of his wife, which she spake unto him, saying, After this manner did thy servant to me; that his wrath was kindled. 20 And Joseph's master took him, and put him into the prison, a place where the king's prisoners were bound : and he was there in the prison. 21 But the Lord was with Joseph, and shewed him mercy, and gave him favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison. 22 And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison ; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it. 23 The keeper of the prison looked not to any thing that was under his hand ; because the Lord was with him, and that which he did, the Lord made it to prosper. CHAPTER XL. (40.) 1 The butler and baker of Pharaoh in prison. 4 Joseph hath charge of them. 5 He interpreteth their dreams. AND it came to pass after these things, that . the butler of the king of Egypt and his baker had offended their lord the king of Egypt. 2 And Pharaoh was wroth against two of his officers, against the chief of the butlers, and against the chief of the bakers. 3 And he put them in ward in the housef of the captain of the guard, into the prison, the place where Joseph was bound. 4 And the captain of the guard charged Joseph with them, and he served them: and they con- tinued a season in ward. 5 And they dreamed a dream both of them, each man his dream in one night, each man according to the interpretation of his dream, the butler and the baker of the king of Egypt, which were bound in the prison. 6 And Joseph came in unto them in the morn- ing, and looked upon them, and, behold, they were sad. 7 And he asked Pharaoh's officers that were with him in the ward of his lord's house, saying, Wherefore look ye so sadly to day? 8 And they said unto him, We have dreamed a dream, and there is no interpreter of it. And Joseph said unto them, Do not interpretations be- long to God? tell me them, I pray you. 9 And the chief butler told his dream to Joseph, and said to him, In my dream, behold, a vine was before me ; 10 And in the vine were three branches : and it was as though it budded, and her blossoms shot forth ; and the clusters thereof brought forth ripe grapes: 11 And Pharaoh's cup was in my hand: and I took the grapes, and pressed them into Pharaoh's cup, and I gave the cup into Pharaoh's hand. 12 And Joseph said unto him, This is the inter pretation of it: The three branches are three days: 13 Yet within three days shall Pharaoh lift up thine head, and restore thee unto thy place: and thou shalt deliver Pharaoh's cup into his hand, after the former manner when thou wast his butler. 14 But think on me when it shall be well with thee, and shew kindness, I pray thee, unto me, and make mention of me unto Pharaoh, and bring me out of this house: 15 For indeed I was stolen away out of the land of the Hebrews : and here also have I done nothing that they should put me into the dungeon. 16 When the chief baker saw that the interpre- tation was good, he said unto Joseph, I also was in my dream, and, behold, I had three white baskets on my head : 17 And in the uppermost basket there was of all manner of bakemeats for Pharaoh; and the birds did eat them out cf the basket upon my head. 18 And Joseph answered and said, This i3 the interpretation thereof : The three baskets are three days: 19 Yet within three days shall Pharaoh lift up thy head from off thee, and shall hang thee on a tree; and the birds shall eat thy flesh from off thee. 20 And it came to pass the third day, which was Pharaoh's birthday, that he made a feast unto all his servants : and he lifted up the head of the chief butler and of the chief baker among his servants. 21 And he restored the chief butler unto his but- lership again ; and he gave the cup into Pharaoh's hand: 22 But he hanged the chief baker: as Joseph had interpreted to them. 23 Yet did not the chief butler remember Joseph, but forgat him. CHAPTER XLI. (41.) 1 Pharaoh's two dreams. 25 Joseph interpreteth them. 33 He giveth Pharaoh counsel. 38 Joseph is advanc- ed. 50 He begetteth Manasseh and Ephraim. 54 The famine beginneth. AND it came to pass at the end of two full years, that Pharaoh dreamed: and, behold, he stood by the river. 2 And, behold, there came up out of the river seven well favoured kine and fatfleshed; and they fed in a meadow. 3 And, behold, seven other kine came up after them out of the river, ill favoured and leanfleshed; and stood by the other kine upon the brink of the river. 4 And the ill favoured and leanfleshed kine did eat up the seven well favoured and fat kine. So Pharaoh awoke. 5 And he slept and dreamed the second time: and, behold, seven ears of corn came up upon one stalk, rank and good. 6 And, behold, seven thin ears and blasted with the east wind sprung up after them. 7 And the seven thin ears devoured the seven rank and full ears. And Pharaoh awoke, and, be- hold, it was a dream. 32 i OLD WAY OF GETTING WATER OUT OP THE NILE. (Gen. 41:1.) We see in the above picture the slow and tedious way the Egyptians have of getting water out of the river Nile. The process is Dy hand with tbe aid of a sweep pole. This is very different compared with the modern way of throwing the water up over a wheel, which is turned by oxen. We notice that improvementts have been very slow among the people in the land of tne great pyramids; however, the Egyptians were more interested in building tombs and pyramids, than in making progress in other lines, which would have lessened labor and added much more to tbe comfort of the people. Pharaoh's spirit troubled. GENESIS. XLI. (41.) Joseph in Egyp\ 8 And it came to pass in, the morning that his spirit was troubled ; and he sent and called for all the magicians of Egypt, and all the wise men thereof: and Pharaoh told them his dream; but there was none that could interpret them unto Pharaoh. 9 Then spake the chief butler unto Pharaoh, saying, I do remember my faults this day: 10 Pharaoh was wroth with his servants, and put me in ward in the captain of the guard's house, both me and the chief baker: 11 And we dreamed a dream in one night, I and he; we dreamed each man according to the inter- pretation of his dream. 12 And there was there with us a young man, an Hebrew, servant to the captain of the guard; and we told him, and he interpreted to us our dreams; to each man according to his dream he did interpret. 13 And it came to pass, as he interpreted to ua. so it was; me he restored unto mine office, and him he hanged. 14 Then Pharaoh sent and called Joseph, and they brought him hastily out of the dungeon: and he shaved himself, and changed his raiment, and came in unto Pharaoh. 15 And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, I have dreamed a dream, and there is none that can in- terpret it : and I have heard say of thee, that thou canst understand a dream to interpret it. 16 And Joseph answered Pharaoh, saying, It is not in me: God shall give Pharaoh an answer of peace. 17 And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, In my dream, behold, I stood upon the bank of the river: 18 And, behold, there came up out of the river seven kine, fatfleshed and well favoured; and they fed in a meadow: 19 And, behold, seven other kine came up after them, poor and very ill favoured and leanfleshed, such as I never saw in all the land of Egypt for badness: 20 And the lean and the ill favoured kine did eat up the first seven fat kine: 21 And when they had eaten them up, it could not be known that they had eaten them ; but they were still ill favoured, as at the beginning. So I awoke. 22 And I saw in my dream, and, behold, seven ears came up in one stalk, full and good: 23 And, behold, seven ears, withered, thin, and blasted with the east wind, sprung up after them: 24 And the thin ears devoured the seven good ears: and I told this unto the magicians; but there was none that could declare it to me. 25 And Joseph said unto Pharaoh, the dream of Pharaoh is one: God hath shewed Pharaoh what he is about to do. 26 The seven good kine are seven years; and the seven good ears are seven years : the dream is one. 27 And the seven thin and ill favoured kine that came up after them are seven years s and the seven empty ears blasted with the east wind shall be seven vears of famine. 28 This is the thing which I have spoken unto Pharaoh: What God is about to do he sheweth unto Pharaoh. 29 Behold, there come seven years of great plenty throughout all the land of Egypt: 30 And there shall arise after them seven years of famine; and all the plenty shall be forgotten in the land of Egypt; and the famine shall consume the land; 31 And the plenty shall not be known in the land by reason of that famine following; for it shall be very grievous. 32 And for that the dream was doubled unto Pharaoh twice; it is because the thing is estab- lished by God, and God will shortly bring it to pass. 33 Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt. 34 Let Pharaoh do this, and let him appoint offi- cers over the land, and take up the fifth part of the land of Egypt in the seven plenteous years. 35 And let them gather all the food of those good years that come, and lay up corn under the hand of Pharaoh, and let them keep food in the cities, 36 And that food shall be for store to the land against the seven years of famine, which shall be in the land of Egypt; that the land perish not through the famine. 37 And the thing was good in the eyes of Pha- raoh, and in the eyes of all his servants. 38 And Pharaoh said unto his servants, Can we find such a one as this is, a man in whom the Spirit of God is? 39 And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Forasmuch as God hath shewed thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou art : 40 Thou shalt be over my house, and according unto thy word shall all my people be ruled: only in the throne will I be greater than thou. 41 And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, See, I have set thee over all the land of Egypt. 42 And Pharaoh took off his ring from his hand, and put it upon Joseph's hand, and arrayed him in vestures of fine linen, and put a gold chain about his neck ; 43 And he made him to ride in the second chariot which he, had; and they cried before him, Bow the knee: and he made him ruler over all the land of Egypt. 44 And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, I am Pha- raoh, and without thee shall no man lift up his hand or foot in all the land of Egypt. 45 And J?haraoh called Joseph's name Zaph- nath-paaneah ; and gave him to wife Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On. And Joseph went out over all the land of Egypt. 46 And Joseph was thirty years old when he stood before Pharaoh king of Egypt And Joseph went out from the presence of Pharaoh, and went throughout all the land of Egypt. 47 And in the seven plenteous years the earth brought forth by handfuls. 33 111 B P<-3 £3 c a so cr g- Ml o Eg. B CD 05 ce r+P ►J "O 1 - d « to M«-l B O _ CO P H-,2 n- P. B" ""•o o gQ o d o sjgcDo- B* h« O «p -(D a o o d o d a a 1-3 ~.. P c CD o Pi&Jg CO CD „ P CD <^> 2 <-•■ Et p 2.cP CLCO d.rt- ffi f+ . ""^ ^ P CD p? 3 o r. « "da © c B •si 3 c+ &• O S-d d «-nd — 5" S. b"^ o __o d. "•S^d: *+ CD CD < P l-S I-J SB •CD CD rt- ™ M ss-f & » B «g 3 2 **• a CD w . so £ &T m- j 2 d* 3532.™ p o £ — 10 ■"! ,-D .CD r-i- v " td <+ B* — (?<<] C« O * « » "" P 2 M r+ £. "> ri- B* O) P CD ' SB 2! CD CD EJ ^H* ll Joseph in land of famine. GENESIS. XLII. (42.) Joseph commands, fill thy sacks. 48 And he gathered up all the food of the seven years, which were in the land of Egypt, and laid up the food in the cities: the food of the field, which was round about every city, laid he up in the sane. 49 A ud Joseph gathered corn as the sand cf the sea, very much, until he left numbering; for it was without number. 50 And unto Joseph were born two sons be- fore the years of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bare unto him. 51 And Joseph called the name of the firstborn Manasseh: For God, said he, hath made me forget all my toil, and all my father's house. 52 And the name of the second called he Ephraim: For God hath caused me to be fruitful in the land of my affliction. 53 And the seven years of plenteousness, that was in the land of Egypt, were ended. 54 And the seven years of dearth began to come, according as Joseph had said: and the dearth was in all lands; but in all the land of Egypt there was bread. 55 And when all the land of Egypt was fam- ished, the people cried to Pharaoh for bread: and Pharaoh said unto all the Egyptians, Go unto Joseph ; what he saith to you, do. 56 And the famine was over all the face of the earth : and Joseph opened all the storehouses, and sold unto the Egyptians; and the famine waxed sore in the land of Egypt. 57 And all countries came into Egypt to Joseph for to buy corn; because that the famine was so sore in all lands. CHAPTEE XLII. (42.) 1 Jacob sendeth his ten sons to buy corn in Egypt. 10 They are imprisoned by Joseph for spies. 18 They are set at liberty, on condition to bring Benjamin. 21 They have remorse for Joseph. 24 Simeon is kept for a pledge. 25 They return with corn, and their money. 29 Their relation to Jacob. 36 Jacob refuseth to send Benjamin. "lVTOW when Jacob saw that there was corn in -i-ll Egypt, Jacob said unto his sons, Why do ye look one upon another? 2 And he said, Behold, I have heard that there is corn in Egypt: get you down thither, and buy for us from thence ; that we may live, and not die. 3 And Joseph's ten brethren went down to buy corn in Egypt. 4 But Benjamin, Joseph's brother, Jacob sent not with his brethren; for he said, Lest perad- venture mischief befall him. 5 And the sons of Israel came to buy corn among those that came: for the famine was in the land of Canaan. 6 And Joseph was the governor over the land, and he it was that sold to all the people of the land: and Joseph's brethren came, and bowed down themselves before him with their faces to the earth. 7 And Joseph saw his brethren 2 and he knew them, but made himself strange unto them, and spake roughly unto them; and he said unto them, Whence come ye? And they said, From the land of Canaan to buy food. 8 Ana Joseph knew his brethren, but they knew not him. 9 And Joseph remembered the dreams which he dreamed of them, and said unto them, Ye are spies; to see the nakedness of the land ye are come. 10 And they said unto him, Nay, my lord, but to buy food are thy servants come. 11 We are all one man's sons; wc are true men, thy servants are no spies. 12 And he said unto them, Nay, but to see the nakedness of the land ye are come. 13 And they sai'd, Thy servants are twelve brethren, the sons of one man in the land of Canaan; and, behold, the youngest is this day with our father, and one is not. 14 And Joseph said unto them, That is it that I spake unto you, saying, Ye are spies: 15 Hereby ye shall be proved: By the life of Pharaoh ye shall not go forth hence, except your youngest brother come hither. 16 Send one of you, and let him fetch your brother, and ye shall be kept in prison, that your words may be proved, whether there be any truth in you: or else by the life of Pharaoh surely ye are spies. 17 And he put them all together into ward three days. 18 And Joseph said unto them the third day, This do, and live; for I fear God: 19 If ye be true men, let one of your brethren be bound in the house of your prison: go ye, carry corn for the famine of your houses : 20 But bring your youngest brother unto me; so shall your words be verified, and ye shall nor. die. And they did so. 21 And they said one to another, We are verily guilty concerning our brother, in that we saw the anguish of his soul, when he besought us, and we would not hear; therefore is this distress come upon us. 22 And Keuben answered them, saying, Spake I not unto you, saying, Do not sin against the child; and ye would not hear? therefore, behold, also his blood is required. 23 And they knew not that Joseph understood them ; for he spake unto them by an interpreter. 24 And he turned himself about from them, and wept ; and returned to them again, and communed with them, and took from them Simeon, and bound him before their eyes. 25 Then Joseph commanded to fill their sacks with corn, and to restore every man's money into his sack, and to give them provision for the way: and thus did he unto them. 26 And they laded their asses with the corn, and departed thence. 27 And as one of them opened his sack to give his ass provender in the inn, he espied his money; for, behold, it was in his sack's mouth. 28 And he said unto his brethren, My money is restored ; and, lo, it is even in my sack : and their K4 They came unto Jacob. GENESIS, XLIII, (43.) Joseph entertains. heart failed them, and they were afraid, saying one to another, What is this that God hath done unto us? 29 And they came unto Jacob their father unto the land of Canaan, and told him all that befell unto them; saying, 30 The man, who is the lord of the land, spake roughly to us, and took us for spies of the country. 31 And we said unto him, We are true men; we are no spies : 32 We be twelve brethren, sons of our father; one is not, and the youngest is this day with our father in the land of Canaan. 33 And the man, the lord of the country, said unto us, Hereby shall 1 know that ye are true men ; leave one of your brethren here with me, and take food for the famine of your households, and be gone : 34 And bring ..your youngest brother unto me: then shall I know that ye are no spies, but that ye are true men: so will I deliver you your brother, and ye shall traffick in the land. 35 And it came to pass as they emptied their sacks, that, behold, every man's bundle of money was in his sack: and when both they and their father saw the bundles of money, they were afraid. 36 And Jacob their father said unto them, Me have ye bereaved of my children: Joseph is not, and Simeon is not, and ye will take Benjamin away: all these things are against me. 37 And Eeuben spake unto his father, saying, Slay my two sons, if I bring him not to thee: de- liver him into my hand, and I will bring him to thee again. 38 And he said, My son shall not go down with you; for his brother is dead, and he is left alone: if mischief befall him by the way in the which ye go, then shall ye bring down my gray hairs with sorrow to the grave. CHAPTER XLJJJ. (43.) 1 Jacob is hardly persuaded to send Benjamin. 15 Jos- eph entertaineth his brethren. 31 He maketh them a feast. AND the famine was sore in the land. 2 And it came to pass, when they had eaten up the corn which they had brought out of Egypt, their father said unto them, Go again, buy us a little food. 3 And Judah spake unto him, saying, the man did solemnly protest unto us, saying, Ye shall not see my face, except your brother be with you. 4 If thou wilt send our brother with us, we will go down and buy thee food : 5 But if thou wilt not send him, we will not go down: for the man said uato us, Ye shall not see my face, except your brother be with you. 6 And Israel said, Wherefore dealt ye so ill with me, as to tell the man whether ye had yet a brother? 7 And they said, The man asked us straitly of our state, and of our kindred, saying, Is your father yet alive? have ye another brother? and we told him according to the tenor of these words: could we certainly know that he would say, Bring your brother down? 8 And Judah said unto Israel his father, Send the lad with me, and we will arise and go; that we may live, and not die, both we, and thou, and also our little ones. 9 I will be surety for him; of my hand shalt thou require him : if I bring him not unto thee, and set him before thee, then let me bear the blame for ever: 10 For except we had lingered, surely now we had returned this second time. 11 And their father Israel said unto them, If it must be so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present, a little balm, and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, nuts, and almonds: 12 And take double money in your hand; and the money that was brought again in the mouth of your sacks, carry it! again in your hand; perad- venture it was an oversight: 13 Take aJso your brother, and arise, go again unto the man: 14 And God Almighty give you mercy before the man, that he may send away your other brother, and Benjamin. If I be bereaved of my children, I am bereaved. 15 And the men took that present, and they took double money in their hand, and Benjamin; and rose up, and went down to Egypt, and stood before Joseph. 16 And when Joseph saw Benjamin with them, he sail to the ruler of his house, Bring these men home, and slay, and make ready; for these men shall dine with me at noon. 17 And the man did as Joseph bade; and the man brought the men into Joseph's house. 18 And the men were afraid, because they were brought into Joseph's house; and they 'said, Be- cause of the money that was returned in our sacks at the first time are we brought in; that he may seek occasion against us, and fall upon us, and take us for bondmen, and our asses. 19 And they came near to the steward of Joseph's house, and they communed with him at the door of the house, 20 And said, O sir, we came indeed down at the first time to buy food : 21 And it came to pass, when we came to the inn, that we opened our sacks, and, behold, every man's money was in the mouth of his sack, our money in full weight: ,and we have brought it again in our hand. 22 And other money have we brought down in our hands to buy food: we cannot tell who put our money in our sacks. 23 And he said, Peace be to you, fear not: your God, and the God of your father, hath given you treasure in your sacks: I had your money. And he brought Simeon out unto them. 24 And the man brought the men into Joseph's house, and gave them water, and they washed their feet ; and he gave their asses provender. 7a 35 Joseph returns home. GENESIS, XLIV. (44.) Judah's humble supplication. 25 And they made ready the present against Joseph came at noon: for they heard that they should eat bread there. 26 And when Joseph came home, they brought him the present which was in their hand into the house, and bowed themselves to him to the earth. 27 And he asked them of their welfare, and said, Is your father well, the old man of whom ye spake? Is he yet alive? 28 And they answered, Thy servant our father is in good health, he is yet alive. And they bowed down their heads, and made obeisance. 29 And he lifted up his eyes, and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son, and said, Is this your younger brother, of whom ye spake unto me? And he said, God be gracious unto thee, my son. 30 And Joseph made haste; for his bowels did yearn upon his brother: and he sought where to weep ; and he entered into his chamber, and wept there. 31 And he washed his face, and went out, and refrained himself, and said, Set on bread. 32 And they set on for him by himself, and for them by themselves, and for the Egyptians, which did eat with him, by themselves: because the Egyptians might not eat bread with the Hebrews ; for that is an abomination unto the Egyptians. 33 And they sat before him, the firstborn ac- cording to his birthright, and the youngest ac- cording to his youth: and the men marvelled one at another. 34 And he took and sent messes unto them from before him: but Benjamin's mess was five times so much as any of their's. And they drank, and were merry with him. CHAPTER XLIV. (44.) 1 Joseph's policy to stay his brethren. 14 Judah's hum- ble supplication to Joseph. AND he commanded the steward of his house, saying, Fill the men's sacks with food, as much as they can carry, and put every man's money in his sack's mouth. 2 And put my cup, the silver cup, in the sack's mouth of the youngest, and his corn money. And he did according to the word that Joseph had spoken. 3 As soon as the morning was light, the men were sent away, they and their asses. 4 And when they were gone out of the city, and not yet far off, Joseph said unto his steward, Up, follow after the men ; and when thou dost overtake them, say unto them, Wherefore have ye rewarded evil for good? 5 Is not this it in which my lord drinketh, and whereby indeed he divineth? ye have done evil in so doing. 6 And he overtook them, and he spake unto them these same words. 7 And they said unto him, Wherefore saith my lord these words? God forbid that thy servants should do according to this, thing: 8 Behold, the money, which we found in our sacks' mouths, we brought again unto thee out of the land of Canaan : how then should we steal out of thy lord's house silver or gold? 9 With whomsoever of thy servants it be found, both let him die, and we also will be my lord's bondmen. 10 And he said, Now also let it be according unto your words: he with whom it is found shall be my servant; and ye shall be blameless. 11 Then they speedily took down every man his sack to the ground, and opened every man his sack. 12 And he searched, and began at the eldest, and left at the youngest: and the cup was found in Benjamin's sack. 13 Then they rent their clothes, and laded every man his ass, and returned to the city. 14 And Judah and his brethren came to Joseph's house; for he was yet there: and they fell before him on the ground. 15 And Joseph said unto them, What deed is this that ye have done? wot ye not that such a man as I can certainly divine? 16 And Judah said, What shall we say unto my lord? what shall we speak? or how shall we clear ourselves? God hath found out the iniquity of thy servants: behold, we are my lord's servants, both we, and he also with whom the cup is found. 17 And he said, God forbid that I should do so: but the man in whose hand the cup is found, he shall be my servant; and as for you, get you up in peace unto your father. 18 Then Judah came near unto him, and said, Oh my lord, let thy servant, I pray thee, speak a word in my lord's ears, and let not thine anger burn against thy servant: for thou art even as Pharaoh. 19 My lord asked his servants, saying, Have ye a father, or a brother? 20 And we said unto mv lord, We have a father, an old man, and a child of his old age, a little one; and his brother is dead, and he alone is left of his mother, and his father loveth him. 21 And thou saidst unto thy servantSj Bring him down unto me, that I may set mine eyes upoa him. 22 And we said unto my lord, The lad cannot leave his father: for if he should leave his father, his father would die. 23 And thou saidst unto thy servants, Except your youngest brother come down with you, ye shall see my face no more. 24 And it came to pa?s when we came up unto thy servant my father, we told him the words of my lord. 25 And our father said, Go again, and buy us a little food. 26 And we said, We cannot go down: if our youngest brother be with us, then will we go down: for we may not see the man's face, except our youngest brother be with us. 27 And thy servant my father said unto us, Ye know that, my wife bare me two sons: 28 And the one went out from me, and I said, Surely he is torn in pieces; and I caw him not since : 36 Joseph's father's advice. GENESIS. XLV. (45.) God comforts Jacob. 29 And if ye take this also from me, and mis- chief befall him, ye shall bring down my gray hairs with sorrow to the grave. 30 Now therefore when I come to thy servant my father, and the lad be not with us; seeing that his life is bound up in the lad's life; 31 It shall come to pass, when he seeth that the lad is not with us, that he will die: and thy servants shall bring down the gray hairs of thy servant our father with sorrow to the grave. 32 For thy servant became surety for the lad unto my father, saying, If I bring him not unto thee, then I shall bear the blame to my father for ever. 33 Now therefore, I pray thee, let thy servant abide instead of the lad a bondman to my lord; and let the lad go up with his brethren. 34 For how shall I go up to my father, and the lad be not with me? lest peradventure I see the evil that shall come on my father. CHAPTER XLV. (45.) 1 Joseph maketb himself known to his brethren. 5 He comforteth them in God's providence. 9 He send- eth for his father. 1G Pharaoh eonfirmeth it. 21 Jos- eph furnisheth them for their journey, and exhortetu them to concord. 25 Jacob is revived with the news. THEN Joseph could not refrain himself before all them that stood by him; and he cried, Cause every man to go out from me. And there stood no man with him, while Joseph made him- self known unto his brethren. 2 And he wept aloud: and the Egyptians and the house of Pharaoh heard. 3 And Joseph said unto his brethren, I am Joseph: doth my father yet live? And his brethren could not answer him; for they were troubled at his presence. 4 And Joseph said unto his brethren, Come near to me, I pray you. And they came near. And he said, I am Joseph your brother, whom ye sold into Egypt. 5 Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life. 6 For these two years hath the famine been in the land : and yet there are five years, in the which there shall neither be earing nor harvest. 7 And God sent me before you to preserve you a posterity in the earth, and to save your lives by a great deliverance. 8 So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and he hath made me a father to Pha raoh, and lord of all his house, and a ruler through- out all the land of Egypt. 9 Haste ye, and go up to my father, and say unto him, Thus saith thy son Joseph, God hath made me lord of all Egypt: come down unto me, tarry not: 10 And thou shalt dwell in the land of Goshen, and thou shalt be near unto me, thou, and thy children, and thy children's children, and thy flocks, and thy herds, and all that thou hast: 11 And there will I nourish thee ; for yet there are five years of famine; lest thou, and thy house- hold, and all that thou hast, .come to poverty. 12 And, behold, your eyes see, and the eyes of my brother Benjamin, that it is my mouth that speaketh unto you. 13 And ye shall tell my father of all my glory in Egypt, and of all that ye have seen ; and ye shall haste and bring down my father hither. 14 And he fell upon his brother Benjamin's neck, and wept; and Benjamin wept upon his neck. 15 Moreover he kissed all his brethren, and wept upon them: and after that his brethren talked with him. 16 And the fame thereof was heard in Pha- raoh's house, saying, Joseph's brethren are come: and it pleased Pharaoh well, and his servants. 17 And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Say unto thy brethren, This do ye; lade your beasts, and go, get you unto the land of Canaan; 18 And take your father and your households, and come unto me: and I will give you the good of the land of Egypt, and ye shall eat the fat of the land. 19 Now thou art commanded, this do ye; take you wagons out of the land of Egypt for your little ones, and for your wives, and bring your father, and come. 20 Also regard not your stuff; for the good of all the land of Egypt is your's. 21 And the children of Israel did so : and Joseph gave them wagons, according to the commandment of Pharaoh, and gave them provision for the way. 22 To all of them he gave each man changes of raiment; but to Benjamin he gave three hundred pieces of silver, and five changes of raiment. 23 And to his father he sent after this manner; ten asses laden with the good things of Egypt, and ten she asses laden with corn and bread and meat for his father by the way. 24 So he sent his brethren away, and they de^ parted : and he said unto them, See that ye fall not out by the way. 25 And they went up out of Egypt, and came into the land of Canaan unto Jacob their father, 26 And told him, saying, Joseph is yet alive, and he is governor over all the land of Egypt. And Jacob's heart fainted, for he believed them not. 27 And they told him all the words of Joseph, which he had said unto them: and when he saw the wagons which Joseph had sent to carry him, the spirit of Jacob their father revived : 28 And Israel said, It is enough ; Joseph my son is yet alive: I will go and see him before I die. CHAPTER XL VI. (46.) 1 Jacob is comforted by God at Beer-sheba: 5 Thence he with his company goeth into Egypt. 8 The number of his family that went into Egypt. 29 Joseph meeteth Jacob. 31 He instruoteth his brethren how to answer to Pharaoh. AND Israel took his journey with all that he -cjL had, and came to Beer-sheba, and offered sacrifices unto the God of his father Isaae. 2 And God spake unto Israel in the visions of the night, and said, Jacob, Jacob. And he said, Here am I. 37 Jacob goes to Egypt. GENESIS. XLVII. (47.) Pharaoh spake unto Joseph. 3 And he said, I am God, the God of thy father: fear not to go down into Egypt; for I will there make of thee a great nation : 4 I will go down with thee into Egypt; and T will also surely bring thee up again: and Joseph shall put his hand upon thine eyes. 5 And Jacob rose up from Beer-sheba: and the sons of Israel carried Jacob their father, and their little ones, and their wives, in the wagons which Pharaoh had sent to carry him. 6 And they took their cattle, and their goods, which they had gotten in the land of Canaan, and came into Egypt, Jacob, and all his seed with him: 7 His sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, and all his seed brought he with him into Egypt. 8 And these are the names of the children of Israel, which came into Egypt, Jacob and his sons; Reuben, Jacob's firstborn. 9 And the sons of Reuben ; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi. 10 And the sons of Simeon ; Jemuel, and Jamin, and Ohad, and Jachin, and Zohar, and Shaul the son of a Canaanitish woman. 11 And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. 12 And the sons of Judah; Er, and Onan, and Shelah, and Pharez, and Zarah: but Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan. And the sons of Pharez were Hezron and HamuJ. 13 And the sons of Issachar ; Tola, and Phuvah, and Job, and Shimron. 14 And the sons of Zebulun; Sered, and Elon, and Jahleel. 15 These be the sons of Leah, which she bare unto Jacob in Padan-aram, with h.s daughter Dinah: all the souls of his sons and his daughters were thirty and three. 16 And the sons of Gad; Ziphion, and Haggi, Shuni, and Ezbon, Eri, and Arodi, and Areli. 17 And the sons of Asher; Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister: and the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel. 18 These are the sons of Zilpah, whom Laban gave to Leah his daughter, and these she bare unto Jacob, even sixteen souls. 19 The sons of Rachel Jacob's wife; Joseph, and Benjamin. 20 And unto Joseph in the land of Egypt were born Manasseh and Ephralm, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bare unto hira. 21 And the sons of Benjamin were Belah, and Becher, and Ashbel, Gera, and Naaman, Ehi, and Rosh, Muppim, and Huppim, and Ard. 22 These are the sons of Rachel, which were born to Jacob: all the souls were fourteen. 23 And the sons of Dan ; Hushim. 24 And the sons of Naphtali ; Jahzeel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shillem. 25 These are the sons of Bilhah, which Laban gave unto Rachel his daughter, and she bare these unto Jacob: all the souls were seven. 26 All the souls that came with Jacob into Egypt, which came out of his loins, besides Jacob's sons' wives, all the souls were threescore and six; 27 And the sons of Joseph, which were born him in Egypt, were two souis: all the souls of the house of Jacob, which came into Egypt, were threescore and ten. 28 And he sent Judah before him unto Joseph, to direct his face unto Goshen ; and they came into the land of Goshen. 29 And Joseph made ready his chariot, and went up to meet Israel his father, to Goshen, and presented himself unto him; and he fell on his neck, and wept on his neck a good while. 30 And Israel said unto Joseph, Now let me die, since I have seen thy face, because thou art yet alive. 31 And Joseph said unto his brethren, and unto his father's house, I will go up, and shew Pharaoh, and say unto him, My brethren, and my father's house, which were in the land of Canaan, are come unto me; 32 And the men are shepherds, for their trade hath been to feed cattle; and they have brought their fiocks, and their herds, and all that they have. 33 And it shall come to pass, when Pharaoh shall call you, and shall say, What is your occu- pation? 34 That ye shall say, Thy servants' trade hath been about cattle from our youth even until now, both we, and also our fathers: that ye may dwell in the land of Goshen; for every shepherd is an abomination unto the Egyptians. CHAPTER XLVII. (47.) 1 Joseph presenteth five of his brethren, 7 and his fath- er, before Pharaoh. 11 He giveth them habitation and maintenance. 13 He getteth all the Egyptians' money, 16 their cattle, 18 their lands to Pharaoh. 22 The priests' land was not bought. 23 He letteth the land to them for a fifth part. 28 Jacob's age. 29 He swear- eth Joseph to bury him with his fathers. THEN Joseph came and told Pharaoh, and said, My father and my brethren, and their tlocks, and their herds, and all that they have, are come out of the land of Canaan ; and, beheld, they are in the land of Goshen. 2 And he took some of his brethren, even five men, and presented them unto Pharaoh. 3 And Pharaoh said unto his brethren. What is your occupation? And they said cnto Pharaoh, Thy servants are shepherds, both we, and also our fathers. 4 They said moreover unto Pharaoh, For to so- journ in the land are we come; for thy servants have no pasture for their flocks; for the famine is sore in the land of Canaan : now therefore, we pray thee, let thy servants dwell in the land cf Goshen. 5 And Pharaoh spake unto Joseph, saying, Thy father and thy brethren are come unto thee: 6 The land of Egypt is before thee; in the best of the land make thy father and brethren to dwell ; in the land of Goshen let them dwell : and if thou knowest any men of activity among them, then make them rulers over mv cattle. 38 RAMESES III. (Gen. 47:11.) "And Joseph placed his father and his brethren and gave them a pos- session in the land of Egypt, in the best of the land, in the land of the Rameses, as Pbaroah had com- manded." Rameses III. was one of the early kings of Egypa, and reigned B. C. 1500. He was the grand- father of Rameses the Great. The name Rameses means "son of the sun," and was borne by several of the ancient kings of Egypt, one of whom was probably the founder of the city of Rameses, which was built, or at least fortified, by the labor of the Israelites. This city was located in the most fertile land Of Egypt. )*!> Jacob blesses Pharaoh. GENESIS, XLVIII. (48.) Jacob repeats promise. 7 And Joseph brought in Jacob his father, and set him before Pharaoh: and Jacob blessed Pha- raoh. 8 And Pharaoh said unto Jacob, How old art thou? 9 And Jacob said unto Pharaoh, The days of the years of my pilgrimage are an hundred and thirty years: few and evil have the days of the years of my life been, and have not attained unto the days of the years of the life of my fathers in the days of their pilgrimage. 10 And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from before Pharaoh. 11 And Joseph placed his father and his brethren, and gave them a possession in the land of Egypt, in the best of the land, in the land of Rameses, as Pharaoh had commanded. 12 And Joseph nourished his father, and his brethren, and all his father's household, with bread, according to their families. 13 And there was no bread in all the land ; for the famine was very sore, so that the land of Egypt and all the land of .Canaan fainted by rea- son of the famine. 14 And Joseph gathered up all the money that was found in the land of Egypt, and in the land of Canaan, for the corn which they bought: and Jo- seph brought the money into Pharaoh's house. 15 And when money failed in the land of Egypt, and in the land of Canaan, all the Egyptians came unto Joseph, and said, Give us bread: for why should we die in thy presence? for the monev faileth. 16 And Joseph said, Give your cattle; and I will give you for your cattle, if money fail. 17 And they brought their cattle unto Joseph: and Joseph gave them bread in exchange for horses, and for the flocks, and for the cattle of the herds, and for the asses: and he fed them with bread for all their cattle for that year. 18 When that year was ended, they came unto him the second year, and said unto him, We will not hide it from my lord, how that our money is spent; my lord also hath our herds of cattle; there is not ought left in the sight of my lord, but our bodies, and our lands: 19 Wherefore shall we die before thine eyes, both we and our land? buy us and our land for bread, and we and our land will be servants unto Pharaoh : and give us seed, that we may live, and not die, that the land be not desolate. 20 And Joseph bought all the land of Egypt for Pharaoh; for the Egyptians sold every man his field, because the famine prevailed over them: so the land became Pharaoh's. 21 And as for the people, he removed them to cities from one end of the borders of Egypt even to the other end thereof. 22 Only the land of the priests bought he not; for the priests had a portion assigned them of Pharaoh, and did eat their portion which Pharaoh gave them: wherefore they sold not their lands. 23 Then Joseph said unto the people, Behold, I have bought you this day and your land for Pha- raoh : lo, here is seed for you, and ye shall sow the land. 24 And it shall come to pass in the increase, that ye shall give the fifth part unto Pharaoh, and four parts shall be your own, for seed of the field, and for your food, and for them of your households, and for food for your little ones. 25 And they said, Thou, hast saved our lives: let us find grace in the sight of my lord, and we will be Pharaoh's servants. 26 And Joseph made it a iaw over the land of Egypt unto this day, that Pharaoh should have the fifth part; except the land of the priests only, which became not Pharaoh's. 27 And Israel dwelt in the land of Egypt, in the country of Goshen; and they had possessions there- in, and grew, and multiplied exceedingly, 28 And Jacob lived in the land of Egyr t seven- teen years : so the whole age of Jacob was an hun- dred forty and seven years. 29 And the time drew nigh that Israel must die: and he called his son Joseph, and said unto him, If now I have found grace in thy sight, put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh, and deal kindly and truly with me; bury me not, I pray thee, in Egypt: 30 But I will lie with my fathers, and thou shalt carry me out of Egypt, and bury me in their bury- ingplace. And he said, I will do as thou hast said. 31 And he said, Swear unto me. And he sware unto him. And Israel bowed himself upon the bed's head. CHAPTER XLVIII. (48.) 1 Joseph with his sons visiteth his sick father. 2 Jacob strengtheneth himself to bless them. 3 He repeateth the promise. 5 He taketh Ephraim and Manasseh as his own. 7 He telleth Joseph of his mother's grave. 9 He blesseth Ephraim and Manasseh. 17 He prefer- reth the younger before the elder. 21 He prophesieth their return to Canaan. AND it came to pass after these things, that -one told Joseph, Behold, thy father is sick: and he took with him his two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. 2 And one told Jacob, and said, Behold, thy son Joseph cometh unto thee : and Israel strengthened himself, and sat upon the bed. 3 And Jacob said unto Joseph, God Almighty appeared unto me at Luz in the land of Canaan, and blessed me, 4 And said unto me, Behold, I will make thee fruitful, and multiply thee, and I will make of thee a multitude of people; and will give this land to thy seed after thee for an everlasting possession. 5 And now thy two sons, Ephraim and Manas- seh, winch were born unto thee in the land of Egypt before I came unto thee into Egypt, are mine; as Reuben and Simeon, they shall be mine. 6 And thy issue, which thou begettest after them, shall be thine, and shall be called after the name of their brethren in their inheritance. 7 And as for me, when I came from Padan. Rachel died by me in the land of Canaan in the way, when yet there was but a little way to come 39 Israel beheld Joseph's sons. GENESIS, XLIX, (49.) Heceive Jacob's blessing. unto Ephrath: and I buried her there in the way of Ephrath; the same is Beth-lehein. 8 And Israel beheld Joseph's sons, and said, Who are these? 9 And Joseph said unto his father, They are my sons, whom God hath given me in this place. And he said, Bring them, 1 pray thee, unto me, and I will bless them. 10 Now the eyes of Israel were dim for age, so that he could not see. And he brought them near unto him;and he kissed them, and embraced them. 11 And Israel said unto Joseph, I had not thought to see thy face : and, lo, God hath shewed me also thy seed. 12 And Joseph brought them out from between his knees, and ha bowed himself with his face to the earth. 13 And Joseph took them both, Ephraim in his right hand toward Israel's left hand, and Manas- seh in his left hand toward Israel's right hand, and brought them near unto him. 14 And Israel stretched out his right hand, and laid it upon Ephraim's head, who was the younger, and his left hand upon Manasseh's head, guiding his hands wittingly; for Manasseh was the first- born. 15 And he blessed Joseph, and said, God, before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac did walk, the God which fed me all my life long unto this day, 16 The Angel which redeemed me from all evil, bless the lads; and let my name be named on them, and the name of my fathers Abraham and Isaac; and let them grow into a multitude in the midst of the earth. 17 And when Joseph saw that his father laid his right hand upon the head of Ephraim, it dis- pleased him: and he held up his father's hand, to remove it from Ephraim's head unto Manasseh's head. 18 And Joseph said unto his father, Not so, my father : for this is the firstborn ; put thy right hand upon his head. 19 And his father refused, and said, I know it, my son, I know it: he also shall become a people, and he also shall be great: but truly his younger brother shall be greater than he, and his seed shall become a multitude of nations. 20 And he blessed them that day, saying, In thee shall Israel bless, saying, God make thee as Ephraim and as Manasseh: and he set Ephraim before Manasseh. 21 And Israel said unto Joseph, Behold, I die: but God shall be with you, and bring you again unto the land of your fathers. 22 Moreover I have given to thee one portion above thy brethren, which I took out of the hand of the Amorite with my sword and with my bow. CHAPTER XLIX. (49.) 1 Jacob calleth his sons to bless them. 3 Tlieir bless- ing in particular. 29 He chargeth them about his bur- ial. 33 He dieth. AND Jacob called unto his sons, and said, -Gather yourselves together, that I may tell you that which shall befall you in the last days. 2 Gather yourselves together, and hear, ye sons of Jacob; and hearken unto Israel your father. 3 Reuben, thou art my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, the excellency of dignity, and the excellency of power: 4 Unstable as w r ater, thou shalt not excel; oe- cause thou wentest up to thy father's bed; then de- filedst thou it : he went up to my couch. 5 Simeon and Levi are brethren ; instruments of cruelty are in their habitations. 6 O my soul, come not thou into their secret; unto their assembly, mine honour, be not thou united : for in their anger they slew a man, and in their selfwill they digged down a wall. 7 Cursed be their anger, for it was fierce; and their wrath, for it was cruel : I will divide them in Jacob, and scatter them in Israel. 8 Judah, thou art he whom thy brethren shall praise : thy hand shall be in the neck of thine ene- mies ; thy father's children shall bow down before thee. 9 Judah is a lion's whelp: from the prey, my son, thou art gone up : he stooped down, he couched as a lion, and as an old lion; who shall rouse him up? 10 The sceptre shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh come; and unto him shall the gathering of the people be. • 3 1 Binding his foal unto the vine, and his ass's colt unto the choice vine ; he washed his garments in wine, and his clothes in the blood of grapes: 12 His eyes shall be red with wine, and his teeth white with milk. 13 Zebulun shall dwell at the haven of the sea; and he shall be for an haven of ships; and his bor- der shall be unto Zidon. 14 Issachar is a strong ass couching down be- tween two burdens: 15 And he saw that rest w r as good, and the land that it was pleasant; and bowed his shoulder to bear, and became a servant unto tribute. 16 Dan shall judge his people, as one of the tribes of Israel. 17 Dan shall be a serpent by the way, an adder in the path, that biteth the horse heels, so that his rider shall fall backward. 18 I have waited for thy salvation, O Lord. 19 Gad, a troop shall overcome him : but he shall overcome at the last. 20 Out of Asher his bread shall be fat, and he shall yield royal dainties. 21 Xaphtali is a hind let loose: he giveth goodly words. 22 Joseph is a fruitful bough, even a fruitful bough bv a well; whose branches run over the wall: 23 The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and hated him: 24 But his bow abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob; (from thence is the shep- herd, the stone of Israel :) 25 Even by the God of thy father, who shall help thee; and by the Almighty, who shall bless 40 >~ 1*1 Joseph blessed. GENESIS. L.*(oO.) Joseph dieth. tliee with blessings of heaven above, blessings of the deep that lieth under, blessings of the breasts, and of the womb: 26 The blessings of thy father have prevailed above the blessings of my progenitors unto the utmost bound of the everlasting hiils: they shall be on the head of Joseph, and on the crown of the head of him that was separate from his brethren. 27 Benjamin shall ravin as a wolf : in the morn- ing he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil. 28 All these are the twelve tribes of Israel : and this is it that their father spake unto them, and blessed them; every one according to his blessing he blessed them. 29 And he charged them, and said unto them, I am to be gathered unto my peopfe : bury me with mj fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, 30 In the cave that is in the field of Macpelah, which is before Mamre, in the land of Canaan, which Abraham bought with the field of Ephron the Hittite for a possession of a buryingplace'r 31 There they buried Abraham and Sarah his wife; there they buried Isaac and Bebekah his wife ; and there I buried Leah. 32 The purchase of the field and of the cave that is therein was from the children of Heth. 33 And when Jacob had made an end of com- manding his sons, he gathered up his feet into the bed, and yielded up the ghost, and was gathered unto his people. CHAPTER L. (50.) . The mourning for Jacob. 4 Joseph getteth leave of Pharaoh to go to bury him. 7 The funeral. 15 Jo- seph eomforteth his brethren, who craved his pardon. 22 His age. 23 He seeth the third generation of hiu sons. 24 He prophesieth unto his brethren of their return. 25 He taketh an oath of them for his bones. 20 He dieth, and is chested. AND Joseph fell upon his father's face, and wept upon him, and kissed him. 2 And Joseph commanded his servants the phy- sicians to embalm his father: and the physicians embalnred Israel. 3 And forty days were fulfilled for him; for so are fulfilled the days of those which are em- balmed : and the Egyptians mourned for him three- score and ten days. 4 And when -the days of his mourning were past, Joseph spake unto the house of Pharaoh, saying, If now I have found grace in your eyes, speak, 1 pray you, in the ears of Pharaoh, saying, 5 My father made me swear, saying, Lo, I die: in my grave which I have digged for me in the land of Canaan, there shalt thou bury me. Now therefore let me go up, I pray thee, and bury my father, and I will come again. 6 And Pharaoh said, Go up, and bury thy father, according as he made thee swear. 7 And Joseph went up to bury Iiis father: and with him went up all the servants jf Pharaoh, the elders of his house, and all the elders of the land of Egypt, 8 And all the house of Joseph, and his brethren, and his father's house: only their little ones, and their flocks, and their herds, they left in the land of Goshen. 9 And there went up with him both chariots and horsemen : and it was a very great company. 10 And they came to the threshingfloor of Atad, which is beyond Jordan, and there they mourned with a great and very sore lamentation: and he nixde a mourning for his father seven days. 11 And wher* the inhabitants of the land, the Cananites, saw tLe mourning in the floor of Atad, they said, This is a grievous mourning to the Egyptians: wherefore the name of it was called Abel-mizraim, which is beyond Jordan. 12 And his sons did unto him according as he commanded them: 13 For his sons carried him into the land of Canaan, and buried him in the cave of the field of Machpelah, which Abraham bought with the field for a possession of a burying place of Ephron the Hittite, before Mamre. 14 And Joseph returned into Egypt, ho, and his brethren, and all that went up with him to bury his father, after he had buried his father. 15 And when Joseph's brethren saw that their father was dead, they said, Joseph will perad- venture hate us, and will certainly requite us all the evil which we. did unto him. 16 And they sent a messenger unto Joseph, say- ing, Thy father did command before he died, saying, 17 So shall ye say unto Joseph, Forgive, I pray thee now, the trespass of thy brethren, and their sin ; for they did unto thee evil : and now, we pray thee, forgive the trespass of the servants of the God of thy father. And Joseph wept when they spake unto him. 18 And his brethren also went and fell down before his face; and they said, Behold, we be thy servants. 19 And Joseph said unto them, Fear not: for am I in the place of God? 20 But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to p_ass, as it is this day, to save much people alive 21 Now therefore fear ye not : I will nourish you, and your little ones. And he comforted them, and spake kindly unto them. 22 And Joseph dwelt in Egypt, he, and his father's house: and Joseph lived an hundred* and ten years. 23 And Joseph saw Ephraim's children of the third generation: the children also of Machi:' the son of Manasseh were brought up upon Joseph's knees. 24 And Joseph said unto his brethren, I die: and God will surely visit you, and bring you out of this land unto the iand which he sware to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob. 25 And Joseph took an oath of the children of Israel, saying, God will surely visit you, and ye shall carry up my bones from hence. 26 So Joseph died, being an hundred and ten years old: and they embalmed him, and he was put in a coffin in Egypt. 41 THE SECOND BOOK OF MOSES, CJlLLED EXODUS. CHAPTER I. (1.) 1 The children of Israel, after Joseph's death, do mul- tiply. 8 The more they are oppressed by a new king, the more the multiply. 15 The godliness of the mid- wives, in saving the men children alive. 22 Pharoaii commandeth the male children to be cast into the river. IVTOW these are the names of the children of ±\ Israel, which came into Egypt ; every man of his household came with Jacob. 2 Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah, 3 Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin, 4 Dan, and Naphtali, Gad, and Asher. 5 And all the souls that came out of the loins of Jacob were seventy souls : for Joseph was in Egypt already. 6 And Joseph died, and all his brethren, and all that generation. 7 And the children of Israel were fruitful, and increased abundantly, and multiplied, and waxed exceeding mighty; and the land was filled with them. 8 Now there arose up a new king over Egypt, which knew not Joseph. 9 And he said unto his people, Behold, the peo- ple of the children of Israel are more and mightier than we: 10 Come on, let us deal wisely with them; lest they multiply, and it come to pass, that, when there falleth out any war, they join also unto our enemies, and fight against us, and so get them up out of the land. 11 Therefore they did set over them task- masters to afflict them with their burdens. And they built for Pharaoh treasure cities, Pithom and Raamses. 12 But the more they afflicted them, the more they multiplied and grew, and they were grieved because of the children of Israel. 13 And the Egyptians made the children of Israel to serve with rigour: 11 And they made their lives bitter with hard bondage, in morter, and in brick, and in all man- ner of service in the field : all their service, where- in they made them serve, was with rigour. 15 And the king of Egypt spake to the Hebrew midwives, of which the name of the one was Shiphrah, and the name of the other Puah : 16 And he said, When ye do the office of a mid- wife to the Hebrew women, and see them upon the stools; if it be a son, then ye shall kill him: but if it be a daughter, then she shall live. 17 But the midwives feared God, and did not as the king of Egypt commanded them, but saved the men children alive. 18 And the king of Egypt called for the mid- wives, and said unto them, "Why have ye done this thing, and have saved the men children alive? 19 And the midwives said unto Pharaoh, Be- cause the Hebrew women are not as the Egyptian women; for they are lively, and are delivered ere the midwives come in unto them. 20 Therefore God dealt well with the midwives: and the people multiplied, and waxed very mighty. 21 And it came to pass, because the midwives feared God, that he made them houses. 22 And Pharaoh charged all his people, saying, Every son that is born ye shall cast into the river, and every daughter ye shall save alive. CHAPTER n (2.) 1 Moses is born, 3 and in an ark cast into the flags. 5 He is found, and brought up by Pharaoh's daughter. 11 He slayeth an Egyptian. 13 He reproveth an He- brew. 15 He fleeth into Midian. 21 He marrieth Zlp- porah. 22 Gtershom is born. 23 God respecteth the Israelites' cry. AND there went a man of the house of Levi, . and took to wife a daughter of Levi. 2 And the woman conceived, and bare a son: and when she saw him that he was a goodly child, she hid him three months. 3 And when she could no longer hide him, she took for him an ark of bulrushes, and daubed it with slime and with pitch, and put the child there- in; and she laid it in the flags by the river's brink. 4 And his sister stood afar off, to wit what would be done to him. 5 And the daughter of Pharaoh came down to wash herself at the river ; and her maidens walked along by the river's side: and when she saw the ark among the flags, she sent her maid to fetch it. 6 And when she had opened it, she saw the child: and, behold, the babe wept. And she had compassion on him, and said, This is one of the Hebrews' children. 7 Then said his sister to Pharaoh's daughter, Shall I go and call to thee a nurse of the Hebrew women, that she may nurse the child for thee? 8 And Pharaoh's daughter said to her, Go. And the maid went and called the child's mother. 9 And Pharaoh's daughter said unto her, Take this child away, and nurse it for me, and I will give thee thy wages. And the woman took the child, and nursed it. 10 And the child grew, and she brought him unto Pharaoh's daughter, and he became her son. And she called his name Moses: and she said, Be- cause I drew him out of the water. 11 And it came to pass in those days, when Moses was grown, that he went out unto his 42 Ml ' p p i* w H * B p ' >? -Oq -• H 3**23 ft s s= » s B <+ 2 P W 8 p« il ffl sf a - 3 5° S pt0 2._. » p £ » 3 b

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But Moses fled from the face of Pharaoh, and dwelt in the land of Midian : and he sat down by a well. 16 Now the priest of Midian had seven daugh- ters : and they came and drew water, and filled the troughs to water their father's flock. 17 And the shepherds came and drove them away: but Moses stood up and helped them, and watered their flock. 18 And when they came to Reuel their father, he said, How is it that ye are come so soon to day? 19 And they said, An Egyptian delivered us out of the hand of the shepherds, and also drew water enough for us, and watered the flock. 20 And he said unto his daughters, And where is he? why is it that ye have left the man? call him, that he may eat bread. 21 And Moses was content to dwell with the man : and he gave Moses Zipporah his daughter. 22 And she bare him a son, and he called his name Gershom : for he said, I have been a stranger in a strange land. 23 And it came to pass in process of time, that the king of Egypt died: and the children of Israel sighed by reason of the bondage, and they cried, and their cry came up unto God by reason of the bondage. 24 And God heard their groaning, and God re- membered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac, and with Jacob. 25 And God looked upon the children of Israel, and God had respect unto them. CHAPTER IH. (3.) 1 Moses keepeth Jethro's flock. 2 God appearetb to him in a burning bush. 9 He sendeth him to deliver Israel. 14 The name of God. 15 His message to Israel. "TVTOW Moses kept the flock of Jethro his father -i-^l in law, the priest of Midian: and he led the flock to the backside of the desert, and came to the mountain of God, even to Horeb. 2 And the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a bush: and he looked, and, behold, the bush burned with fire, and the bush was not consumed. 3 And Moses said, I will now turn aside, and see this great sight, why the bush is not burnt. 4 And when the Lord saw that he turned aside to see, God called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Moses, Moses. And he said, Here am L 5 And he said, Draw not nigh hither: put off thy shoes from off thy feet, for the place whereon thou standest is holy ground. 6 Moreover he said, I am the God of thy father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. And Moses hid his face; for he was afraid to look upon God. 7 And the Lord said, I have surely seen the affliction of my people which are in Egypt, and have heard their cry by reason of their task- masters; for I know their sorrows; 8 And I am come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians, and to bring them up out of that land unto a good land and a large, unto a land flowing with milk and honey; unto the place of the Canaanites, and the Hittites, and the Amorites, and the Perizzites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites. 9. Now therefore, behold, the cry of the children of Israel is come unto me: and I have also seen the oppression wherewith 1he Egyptians oppress them. 10 Come now therefore, and I will send thee unto Pharaoh, that thou mayest bring forth my people the children of Israel out of Egypt. 11 And Moses said unto God, Who am I, that I should go unto Pharaoh, and that I should bring forth the children of Israel out of Egypt? 12 And he said, Certainly I will be with thee; and this shall be a token unto thee, that I have sent thee: When thou hast brought forth the peo- ple out of Egypt, ye shall serve God upon this mountain. 13 And Moses said unto God, Behold, when 1 come unto the children of Israel, and shall say unto them, The God of your fathers hath sent me unto you; and they shall say to me, What is his name? what shall I say unto them? 14 And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM: and he said, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, I AM hath sent me unto you. 15 And God said moreover unto Moses, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, The Lord God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, hath sent me unto you: this is my name for ever, and this is my memorial unto all generations. 10 Go, and gather the elders of Israel together, and say unto them, The Lord God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, of Isaac, and of Jacob, ap- peared unto me, saying, I have surely visited you, and seen that which is done to you in Egypt: 17 .AM I have said, I will bring you up out of the affliction of Egypt unto the land of the Canaan- ites, and the Hittites, and the Amorites, and the Perizzites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites, unto a land flowing with milk and honey. 18 And they shall hearken to thy voice: and thou shalt come, thou and the elders of Israel, unto the king of Egypt, and ye shall say unto him, The Lord God of the Hebrews hath met with us: and now let us go, we beseech thee, three days' journey 43 Moses fulfills God's commands. EXODUS IV. (4.) Aaron meets Moses. into the wilderness, that we may sacrifice to the Lord our God. 19 And I am sure that the king of Egypt will not let you go, no, not by a mighty hand. 20 And I will stretch out my hand, and smite Egypt with all my wonders which I will do in the midst thereof: and after that he will let you go. 21 And I will give this people favour in the sight of the Egyptians: and it shall come to pass, that, when ye go, ye shall not go empty: 22 But every woman shall borrow of her neigh- bour, and of her that sojourneth in her house, jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment: and ye shall put them upon your sons, and upon your' daughters; and ye shall spoil the Egyptians CHArTER IV. (1.) 1 Moses's rod is turned into a serpent. G His hand is leprous. 10 He is loth to be sent. 14 Aaron is appoint- ed to assist him. 18 Moses departeth from Jethro. 21 God's message to Pharaoh. 24 Zipporah oircumciseth her son. 27 Aaron is sent to meet Moses. ?>1 The peo- ple believeth them. AND Moses answered and said, But, behold, .they will not believe me, nor hearken unto my voice: for they will say, The Lord hath not ap- peared unto thee. 2 And the Lord, said unto him, What is that iD thine hand? And he said, A rod. 3 And he said, Cast it on the ground. And he cast it on the ground, and it became a serpent; and Moses fled from before it. 4 And the Lord said unto Moses, Put forth thine hand, and take it by the tail. And he put forth his hand, and caught it, and it became a rod in his hand: 5 That they may believe that the Lord God of their fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, hath appeared unto thee. 6 And the Lord said furthermore unto him, Put now thine hand into thy bosom. And he put his hand into his bosom : and when he took it out, be- hold, his hand was leprous as snow. 7 And he said, Put thine hand into thy bosom again. And he put his hand into his bosom again; and plucked it out of his bosom, and, be- hold, it was turned again as his other flesh. 8 And it shall come to pass, if they will not be- lieve thee, neither hearken to the voice of the first sign, that they will believe the voice of the latter sign. 9 And it shall come to pass, if they will not bf> lieve also these two signs, neither hearken unto thy voice, that thcu shalt take of the water of the river, and pour it upon the dry land: and the water which thou takest out of the river shall be- come blood upon the dry land. 10 And Moses said unto the Lord, O my Lord, I am not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. 11 And the Lord said unto him, Who hath made man's mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? have not I the Lord? 12 Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say. 13 And he said, O my Lord, send, 1 pray thee, by the hand of him whom thou wilt send 14 And the anger of the Lord was kindled against Moses, and he said, Is not Aaron the Le- vite thy brother? I know that he can speak well. And also, behold, he cometh forth to meet thee: and when he seeth thee, he will be glad in his heart. 15 And thou shalt speak unto him, and put words in his mouth: and I will be with thy mouth, and with hi3 mouth, and will teach you what we shall do. 16 And he shall be thy spokesman unto the peo- ple: and he shall be, even he shall be to thee in- stead of a mouth, and thou shalt be to him instead of God. 17 And thou shalt take this rod in thine hand, wherewith thou shalt do signs. IS And Moses went and returned to Jethro hia father in law, and said unto him. Let me go, I pray thee, and return unto my brethren which are in Egypt, and see whether they be yet alive. And Jethro said to Moses, Go in peace. 19 And the Lord said unto Moses in Midian, Go, return into Egypt: for all the men are dead which sought thy life. 20 And Moses took his wife and his sons, and set them upon an ass, and he returned to the land of Egypt: and Moses took the rod of God in his hand. 21 And the Lord said unto Moses, When thou goest to return into Egypt, see that thou do all those wonders before Pharaoh, which I have put in thine band: but I will harden his heart, that he shall not let the people go. 22 And thou shalt say unto Pharaoh, Thus saith the Lord, Israel is my son, even my firstborn : 23 And I say unto thee, Let my son go, that he may serve me: and if thou refuse to let him go, be- hold, I will slay thy son, even thy firstborn. 24 And it came to pass by the way in the inn, that the Lord met him, and sought to kill him. 25 Then Zipporah took a sharp stone, and cut off the foreskin of her son, and cast it at his feet, and said, Surely a bloody husband art thou to me. 26 So he let him go : then she said, A bloody hus- band thou art, because of the circumcision. 27 And the Lord said to Aaron, Go into the wil- derness to meet Moses. And he went, and met him in the mount of God, and kissed him. 28 And Moses told Aaron all the words of the Lord who had sent him, and all the signs which he had commanded him. 29 And Moses and Aaron went and gathered to- gether all the elders of the children of Israel : 30 And Aaron spake all the words which the Lord had spoken unto Moses, and did the signs in the sight of the people. 31 And the people believed: and when they heard that the Lord had visited the children of Israel, and that he had looked upon their affliction, then they bowed their heads and worshipped. 44 Pharaoh chideth Moses. EXODUS, V. (5.) God renews promise to Moses. CHAPTER V. (5.) 1 Pharaoh chideth Moses and Aaron for their message. 5 He increaseth the Israelites' task. 15 He eheeketh their complaints. 20 They cry out upon Moses and Aaron. 22 Moses complaineth to God. A ND afterward Moses and Aaron went in, and -i^-told Pharaoli, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Let my people go, that they may hold a feast unto me in the wilderness. 2 And Pharaoh said, Who is the Lord, that I should obey his voice to let Israel go? I know not the Lord, neither will I let Israel go. 3 And they said, The God of the Hebrews hath met with us: let us go, we pray thee, three days' journey into the desert, and sacrifice unto the Lord our God, lest he fall upon us with pestilence, or with the sword. 4 And the kiug of Egypt said unto them, Where- fore do ye, Moses and Aaron, let the people from their works? get you unto your burdens. 5 And Pharaoh said, Behold, the people of the land now are many, and ye make them rest from their burdens. 6 And Pharaoh commanded the same day the taskmasters of the people, and their officers, saying, 7 Ye shall no more give the people straw to make brick, as heretofore: let them go and gather straw for themselves. 8 And the tale of the bricks, which they did make heretofore, ye shall lay upon them; ye shall not diminish ought thereof: for they be idle; there- fore they crv, saying, Let us go and sacrifice to our God. 9 Let there more work be laid upon the men, that they may labour therein ; and let them not re- gard vain words. 10 And the taskmasters of the people went out, and their officers, and they spake to the people, saying, Thus saith Pharaoh, I will not give you straw. 11 Go ye, get you straw where ye can find it: yet not ought of your work shall be diminished. 12 So the people were scattered abroad through- out all the land of Egypt to gather stubble instead of straw. 13 And the taskmasters hasted them, saying, Fulfil your works, your daily tasks, as when there was straw. 14 And the officers of the children of Israel, which Pharaoh's taskmasters had set over them, were beaten, and demanded, Wherefore have ye not fulfilled your task in making brick both yester- day and to day, as heretofore? 15 Then the officers of the children of Israel came and cried unto Pharaoh, saying, Wherefore dealest thou thus with thy servants? lfi There is no straw given unto thv servants, and they say to us, Make brick: and, behold, thy servants are beaten; but the fault is in thine own people. 17 But he said, Ye are idle, ye are idle: therefore ye say, Let us go and do sacrifice to the Lord. 18 Go therefore now, and work ; for there shall no straw be given you, yet shall ye deliver the tale of bricks. 19 And the officers of the children of Israel did see that they were in evil case, after it was said, Ye shall not minish ought from your bricks of your daily task. 20 And they met Moses and Aaron, who stood in the way, as they came forth from Pharaoh: 21 And they said unto them, The Lord look upon you, and judge; because ye have made our savour to be abhorred in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of his servants, to put a sword in their hand to slay us. 22 And Moses returned unto the Lord, and said. Lord, wherefore hast thou so evil entreated this people? why is it that thou hast sent me? 23 For since I came to Pharaoh to speak in thy name, he hath done evil to this people; neither hast thou delivered thy people at alL CHAPTER VI. (6.) 1 God reneweth his promise by his name JEHOVAH. 14 The genealogy of Reuben, 15 of Simeon, 16 of Levi, cf whom came Moses and Aaron. THEN the Lord said unto Moses, Now shalt thou see what I will do to Pharaoh: for with a strong hand shall he let them go, and with a strong hand shall he drive them out of his land. 2 And God spake unto Moses, and said unto him, I am the Lord: 3 And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them. 4 And I have also established my covenant with them, to give them the land of Canaan, the land of their pilgrimage, wherein they were strangers. 5 And I have also heard the groaning of the children of Israel, whom the Egyptians keep in bondage; and I have remembered my covenant. 6 Wherefore say unto the children of Israel, T am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I will rid you out of their bondage, and I will redeem you with a stretched out arm, and with great judgments: 7 And I will take you to me for a people, and I will be to you a God : and ye shall know that I am the Lord your God, which bringeth you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians. 8 And I will bring you in unto the land, concern- ing the which I did swear to give it to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob; and I will give it you for an heritage: I am the Lord. 9 And Moses spake so unto the children of Israel : but they hearkened not unto Moses for an- guish of spirit, and for cruel bondage. 10 And the Lord' spake unto Moses, saying, 11 Go in, speak unto Pharaoh king of Esypt, that he let the children of Israel go out of his land. 12 And Moses spake before the Lord, savin eople. CHAPTEB XIV. (14.) 1 God instructeth the Israelites in their journey. 6 Pharaoh pursueth after them. 10 The Israelites mur- mur. 13 Moses comforteth them. 15 God instructs th Moses. 19 The cloud removeth behind the camp. 21 The Isrealites pass through the Red sea, 23 which drowneth the Egyptians. AND the Lord spake unto Moses saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, that turn and encamp before Pi-hahiroth, between Migdol and the sea, over against Baal-zephon : be- fore it shall ye encamp by the sea, 3 For Pharaoh will say of the children of Israel, They are entangled in the laDd, the wilderness hath shut them in. 4 And I will harden Pharaoh's heart, that he shall follow after mem; and I will be honoured upon Pharaoh, and upon all his host; (that the Egyptians may know that I am the Lord. And they did so. i> And it was told the king of Egypt that the people fled: and the heart of Pharaoh and of his servants was turned against the people, and they said, Why have we done this, that we have let Israel go from serving us? 6 And he made ready his chariot, and took his people with him: 7 And he took six hundred chosen chariots, and all the chariots of Egypt, and captains over every one of them. 8 And the Lord hardened the heart of Pharaoh king of Egypt, and he pursued after the children of Israel :. and the children of Israel went out with an high hand. 9 But the Egyptians pursued after them, all the horses and chariots of Pharaoh, and his horsemen, and his army, and overtook them encamping by the sea, beside Pi-hahiroth, before Baal-zephon. 10 And when Pharaoh drew nigh, the children of Israel lifted up their eyes, and, behold, the Egyptians marched after them; and they were sore afraid: and the children of Israel cried out unto the Lord. 11 And they said unto Moses, Because there were no graves in Egypt, hast thou taken us away to die in the wilderness? wherefore hast thou dealt thus with us, to carry us forth out of Egypt? 12 Is not this the word that we did tell thee in Egypt, saying. Let us alone, that we may serve the Egyptians? For it had been better for us to serve the Egyptians, than that we should die in the wil- derness. 13 And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egypt- ians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever. 14 The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace. 15 And the Lord said unto Moses, Wherefore criest thou unto me? speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forward: 16 But lift thou up thy rod, and stretch out thine hand over the sea. and divide it: and the 52 ■pi**' gal* M fii s a CD C 1-1 CD 0+- 1 o > be 5 o o> >* ** a- M" •co£ +j 3 .' 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(15) ______ The Lord shall reign. children of Israel shall go on dry ground through the midst of the sea. 17 And I, behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall follow them: and 1 will get me honour upon Pharaoh, and upon all his host, upon his chariots, and upon his horsemen. 18 And the Egyptians shall know that I am the Lord, when I have gotten me honour upon Pha- raoh, upon his chariots, and upon his horsemen. 19 And the angel of God, which went before the camp of Israel, removed and went behind them; and the pillar of the cloud went from before their face, and stood behind them: 20 And it came between the camp of the Egyptians and the camp of Israel; and it was a cloud and darkness to them, but it ,gave light by night to these : so that the one came not near the other all the night. 21 And Moses stretched out his hand over the sea; and the Lord caused the sea to go back by a strong east wind all that night, and made the sea dry land, and the waters were divided. 22 And the children of Israel went into the midst of the sea upon the dry ground: and the waters were a wall unto them on their right hand, and on their left. 23 And the Egyptians pursued, and went in after them to the midst of the sea, even all Pha- raoh's horses, his chariots, and his , horsemen. 24 And it came to pass, that in the morning watch the Lord looked unto the host of the Egyptians; through the pillar of fire and of the cloud, and troubled the host of the Egyptians, 25 And took off their chariot wheels, that they drave them heavily: so that the Egyptians said, Let us flee from the face of Israel ; for the Lord fighteth for them against the Egyptians. 26 And the Lord said unto Moses, Stretch out thine hand over the sea, that the waters may come again upon the Egyptians, upon their chariots, and upon their horsemen. 27 And Moses stretched forth his hand over the sea, and the sea returned to his stregth when the morning appeared; and the Egyptians fled against it; and the Lord overthrew the Egyptians in the midst of the sea. 28 And the waters returned, and covered the chariots, and the horsemen, and all the host of Pharaoh that came into the sea after them ; there remained not so much as one of them. 29 But the children of Israel walked upon dry land in the midst of the sea ; and the waters were a wall unto them on their right hand, and on their left. 30 Thus the Lord saved Israel that day out of the hand of the Egyptians; and Israel saw the Egyptians dead upon the seashore. 31 And Israel saw that great work which the Lord did upon the Egyptians: and the people feared the Lord, and believed the Lord, and his ser- vant Moses. CHAPTER XV. (15.) 1 Moses' song. 22 The people want water. 23 The wa- ters at Marah are bitter. 25 A tree sweeteneth them. 27 At Elim are twelve wells, and seventy palm trees. THEN sang Moses and the children of Israel this song unto the Lord, and spake, saying, I will sing unto the Lord, for he hath triumphed gloriously: the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea. 2 The Lord is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father's God, and I will exalt him. 3 The Lord is a man of war: ,the Lord is his name. 4 Pharaoh's chariots and his host hath he cast into the sea: his chosen captains also are drowned in the Red sea. 5 The depths have covered them: they sank into the bottom as a stone. 6 Thy right hand, O Lord, is become glorious in power: thy right hand, O Lord, hath dashed in pieces the enemy. 7 And in the greatness of thine excellency thou hast overthrown them that rose up against thee: thou sentest forth thy wrath, which consumed them as stubble. 8 And with the blast of thy nostrils the waters were gathered together, the floods stood upright as an heap, and the depths were congealed. in the heart of the sea. 9 The enemy said, I will pursue, I will overtake, I will divide the spoil; my lust shall be satisfied upon them; I will draw my sword, my hand shall destroy them. 10 Thou didst blow with thy wind, the sea cov- ered them: they sank as lead in the mighty waters. 11 Who is like unto thee. O Lord, among the gods? who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fear- ful in praises, doing wonders? 12 Thou stretchedst out thy right hand, the earth swallowed them. 13 Thou in thy mercy hast led forth the people which thou hast redeemed: thou hast guided them in thy strength unto thy holy habitation. 14 The people shall hear, and be afraid: sorrow shall take hold on the inhabitants of Palestina. 15 Then the dukes of Edom shall be amazed ; the mighty men of Moab, trembling shall take hold upon them; all the inhabitants of Canaan shall melt away. 16 Fear and dread shall fall upon them ; by the greatness of thine arm they shall be as still as a stone; till thy people pass over, O Lord, till the people pass over, which thou hast purchased. 17 Thou shalt bring them in, and plant them in the mountain of thine inheritance, in the place, O Lord, which thou hast made for thee to dwell in, in the Sanctuary, O Lord, which thy hands have established. 18 The Lord shall reien for ever and ever. 19 For the horse of Pharaoh went in with his chariots and with his horsemen into the sea, and the Lord brought again the waters of the sea upon 53 fl) ^H O U S li e (4 ft +J .3 .3 n« bl) O ft) ft) S gac? °oft "O U ~ c s ®S3 ft g"S •« ft> cS to s n (S © e ft> .a g « ft) C3 ,o ft) CS G •— m n a> CO rt ft) "" a si g£ a3 S CO U J J ft,"- 1 ft) n5 "^ ° » &g3 5 o -* t3- go . - . 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Ordering of Manna. them; but the children of Israel went on dry land in the midst of the sea. 20 And Miriam the prophetess, the sister of Aaron, took a timbrel in her hand; and all the women went out after her with timbrels and with dances. 21 And Miriam answered them, Sing ye to the Lord, for he hath triumphed gloriously ; the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea. 22 So Moses brought Israel from the Red sea, and they went out into the wilderness of Shur; and they went three days in the wilderness, and found no water. 23 And when they came to Marah, they could not drink of the waters of Marah, for they were bitter: therefore the name of it was called Marah. 24 And the people murmured against Moses, saying, What shall we drink? 25 And he cried unto the Lord; and the Lord shewed him a tree, which when he had oast into the waters, the waters were made sweet : there he made for them a statute and an ordinance, and there he. proved them, 26 And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the Lord thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the Lord that healeth thee. 27 And they came to Elim, where were twelve wells of water, and threescore and ten palm trees: and they encamped there by the waters. CHAPTER XVL (16.) 1 The Israelites come to Sin. 2 They murmur for want of bread. 4 God promiseth them bread from heaven. 11 Quails are sent, 14 and manna. 16 The ordering of manna. 25 It was not to be found on the sabbath. 32 An omer of it is preserved. AND they took their journey from Elim, and JJLall the congregation of the children of Israel came unto the wilderness of Sin, which is between Elim and Sinai, on the fifteenth day of the second month after their departing out of the land of Egypt. 2 And the whole congregation of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness: 3 And the children of Israel said unto them, Would to God we had died by the hand of the Lord in the land of Egypt, when we sat by the flesh pots, and when we did eat bread to the full ; for ye have brought us forth into this wilderness, to kill this whole assembly with hunger. 4 Then said the Lord unto Moses, Behold, I will rain bread from heaven for you: and the people shall go out and gather a certain rate every day, that I may prove them, whether they will walk in my law, or no. 5 And it shall come to pass, that on the sixth day they shall prepare that which they bring in; and it shall be twice as much as they gather daily. 6 And Moses and Aaron said unto all the children of Israel, At even, then ye shall know that the Lord hath brought you out from the land of Egypt: 7 And in the morning, then ye shall see the glory of the Lord; for that he heareth your mur- murings against the Lord: and what are we, that ye murmur against us? 8 And Moses said, This shall be, when the Lord shall give you in the evening flesh to eat, and in the morning bread to the full; for that the Lord heareth your murmurings which ye murmur against him: and what are we? your murmurings are not against us, but against the Lord. 9 And Moses spake unto Aaron, Say unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, Come near before the Lord: for he hath heard your mur- murings. 10 And it came to pass, as Aaron spake unto the whole congregation of the children of Israel, that they looked toward the wilderness, and, be- hold, the glory of the Lord appeared in the cloud. 11 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 12 I have heard the murmurings of the children of Israel : speak unto them, saying, At even ye shall eat flesh, and in the morning ye shall be filled with bread ; and ye shall know that I am the Lord your God. 13 And it came to pass, that at even the quails came up, and covered the camp : and in the morn- ing the dew lay round about the host. 14 And when the dew that lay was gone up, behold, upon the face of the wilderness there lay a small round thing, as small as the hoar frost on the ground. 15 And when the children of Israel saw it, they said one to another, It is manna : for they wist not what it was. And Moses said unto them, This is the bread which the Lord hath given you to eat. 16 This is the thing which the Lord hath com- manded, Gather of it every man according to his eating, an omer for every man, according to the number of your persons; take ye every man for them which are in his tents. 17 And the children of Israel did so and gathered some more, some less. 18 And when they did mete it with an omer, he that gathered much had nothing over, and he that gathered little had no lack; they gathered every man according to his eating. 19 And Moses said, Let no man leave of it till the morning. 20 Notwithstanding they hearkened not unto Moses; but some of them left of it until the morn- ing, and it bred worms, and stank: and Moses was wroth with them. 21 And they gathered it every morning, every man according to his eating: and when the sun waxed hot, it melted. 22 And it came to pass, that on the sixth day they gathered twice as much bread, two omers for one man: and all the rulers of the congregation came and told Moses. 23 And he said unto them, This is that which the Lord hath said, To morrow is the rest of the holy sabbath unto the Lord: bake that which ye will bake to day, and seethe that ye will seethe; 64 Six days in which to gather EXODUS, XVII. (17.) Jethro bringeth Moses' vrife". and that which remaineth over lay up for you to be kept until the morning. 24 And they laid it up till the morning, as Moses bade : and it did not stink, neither was there any worm therein. 25 And Moses said, Eat that to day ; for to day is a sabbath unto the Lord: to day ye shall not find it in the held. 26 Six days ye shall gather it; but on the sev- enth day, which is the sabbath, in it there shall be none. 27 And it came to pass, that there went out some of the people on the seventh day for to gather, and they found none. 28 And the Lord said unto Moses, How long re- fuse ye to keep my commandments and my laws? 29 See, for that the Lord hath given you the sab- bath, therefore he giveth you on the sixth day the bread of two days: abide ye every man in his place, let no man go out of his place on the seventh day. 30 So the people rested on the seventh day. 31 And the house of Israel called the name thereof Manna: and it was like coriander seed, white; and the taste of it was like wafers made with honey. 32 And Moses said, This is the thing which the Lord commandeth, Fill an omer of it to be kept for your generations; that they may see the bread wherewith I have fed you in the wilderness, when T brought you forth from the land of Egypt. 33 And Moses said unto A.aron, Take a pot, and put an omer full of manna therein, and lay it up before the Lord, to be kept for your generations. 34 As the Lord commanded Moses, so Aaron laid it up before the Testimony, to be kept. 35 And the children of Israel did eat manna forty years, until they came to a land inhabited; they did eat manna, until they came unto the bor- ders of the land of Caanan. 36 Now an omer is the tenth part of an ephah. CHAPTER XVII. (17.) 1 The people murmur for water at Rephidim. 5 God sendeth him for water to the rock in Horeb. 8 Ama- lek is overcome by the holding up of Moses' hands. 15 Moses buildeth the altar Jehovah-nissi. AND all the congregation of the children of .Israel journeyed from the wilderness of Sin, after their journeys, according to the command- ment of the Lord, and pitched in Rephidim: and there was no water for the people to drink. 2 Wherefore the people did chide with Moses, and said, Give us water that we may drink. And Moses said unto them, Why chide ye with me? wherefore do ye tempt the Lord? 3 And the people thirsted there for water; and the people murmured against Moses, and said, Wherefore is this that thou hast brought us up out of Egypt, to kill us and our children and our cat- tle with thirst? 4 And Moses cried unto the Lord, saying, What shall I do unto this people? they be almost ready to stone me. 5 And the Lord said unto Moses, Go on before the people, and take with thee of the elders of Israel; and thy rod, wherewith thou smotest the river, take in thine hand, and go. 6 Behold, I will stand before thee there upon the rock in Horeb ; and thou shalt smite the rock, and there shall come water out of it, that the peo- ple may drink. And Moses did so in the sight of the elders of Israel. 7 And he called the name of the place Mas- sah, and Meribah, because of the chiding of the children of Israel, and because they tempted the Lord, saying, Is the Lord among us, or not? 8 Then came Amalek, and fought with Israel in Rephidim. 9 And Moses said unto Joshua, Choose us out men, and go out, fight with Amalek : to morrow 1 will stand on the top of the hill with the rod of God in mine hand. 10 So Joshua did as Moses had said to him, and fought with Amalek: and Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. 11 And it came to pass, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed : and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed. 12 But Moses' hands were heavy ; and they took a stone, and put it under him, and he sat thereon ; and Aaron and Hur stayed up his hands, the one on the one side, and the other on the other side; and his hands were steady until the going down of the sun. 13 And Joshua discomfited Amalek and his peo- ple with the edge of the sword. 14 And the Lord said unto Moses, Write this for a memorial in a book, and rehearse it in the ears of Joshua: for I will utterly put out the remem- brance of Amalek from under heaven. 15 And Moses built an altar, and called the name of it Jehovah-nissi : 16 For he said, Because the Lord hath sworn that the Lord will have war with Amalek from generation to generation. CHAPTER XVni. (18.) 1 Jethro bringeth to Moses his wife and two sons. 7 Moses entertaineth him. 13 Jethro's counsel is ac- cepted. 27 Jethro departeth. WHEN Jethro, the priest of Midian, Moses' father in law, heard of all that God had done for Moses, and for Israel his people, and that the Lord had brought Israel out of Egypt; 2 Then Jethro, Moses' father in law, took Zip- porah, Moses' wife, after he had sent her back, 3 And her two sons; of which the name of the one was Gershom; for he said, I have been an alien in a strange land: 4 And the name of the other was Eliezer; for the God of my father, said he, was mine help, and delivered me from the sword of Pharaoh : 5 And Jethro, Moses' father in law, came with his sons and his wife unto Moses into the wilder- ness, where he encamped at the mount of God :" 6 And he said unto Moses, I thy father in law Jethro am come unto thee, and thy wife, and her two sons with her. S5 Moses entertaineth Jethro, EXODUS, XIX. (19.) Mountain not to be touched. 7 And Moses went out to meet his father in law, and did obeisance, and kissed him; and they asked each other of their welfare; and they came into the tent. 8 And Moses told his father in law all that the Lord had done unto Pharaoh and to the Egyptians for Israel's sake, and all the travail that had come upon them by the way, and how the Lord de- livered them. 9 And Jethro rejoiced for all the goodness which the Lord had done to Israel, whom he had delivered out of the hand of the Egyptians. 10 And Jethro said, Blessed be the Lord, who hath delivered you out of the hand of the Egypt- ians, and out of the hand of Pharaoh, who hath delivered the people from under the hand of the Egyptians. 11 Now I know that the Lord is greater than all gods: for in the thing wherein they dealt proudly he was above them. 12 And Jethro, Moses' father in law, took a burnt offering and sacrifices for God: and Aaron came, and all the elders of Israel, to eat bread with Moses' father in law before God. 13 And it came to pass on the morrow, that Moses sat to judge the people: and the people stood by Moses from the morning unto the evening. 14 And when Moses' father in law saw all that he did to the people, he said, What is this thing that thou doest to the people? why sittest thou thyself alone, and all the people stand by thee from morning unto even? 15 And Moses said unto his father in law, Be- cause the people come unto me to enquire of God: 16 When they had a matter, they come unto me ; and I judge between one and another, and I do do make them know the statutes of God, and his laws. 17 And Moses' father in law said unto him, The thing that thou doest is not good. 18 Thou wilt surely wear away, both thou, and this people that is with thee: for this thing is too heavy for thee ; thou art not able to perform it thy- self alone. 19 Hearken now unto my voice, I will give thee counsel, and God shall be with thee: Be thou for the people to God-ward, that thou mayest bring the causes unto God: 20 And thou shalt teach them ordinances and laws, and shalt shew them the way wherein they must walk, and the work that they must do. 21 Moreover thou shalt provide out of all the people able men, such as fear God, men of truth hating covetousness ; and place such over them, to be rulers of thousands, and rulers of hundreds, rulers of fifties, and rulers of tens. 22 And let them judge the people at all seasons : and it shall be, that every great matter they shall bring unto thee, but every small matter they shall judge: so shall it be easier for thyself, and they shall bear the burden with thee. 23 If thou shalt do this thing, and God com- mand thee so, then thou shalt be able to endure, and all this people shall also go to their place in peace. 24 So Moses hearkened to the voice of his father in law, and did all that he had said. 25 And Moses chose able men out of all Israel, and made them heads over the people, rulers of thousands, rulers of hundreds, rulers of fifties, and rulers of tens. 26 And they judged the people at all seasons: the hard causes they brought unto Moses, but every small matter they judged themselves. 27 And Moses let his father in law depart; and he went his way into his own land. CHAPTER XIX. (19.) 1 The people come to Sinai. 3 God's message by Moses unto the people out of the mount. 8 The people's ans- wer returned again. 10 The people are prepared against the third day. 12 The mountain must not he touched. 16 The fearful presence of God upon the mount. IN the third month, when the children of Israel were gone forth out of the land of Egypt, the same day came they into the wilderness of Sinai. 2 For they were departed from Bephidim, and were come to the desert of Sinai, and had pitched in the wilderness ; and there Israel camped before the mount. 3 And Moses went up unto God, and the Lord called unto him out of the mountain, saying, Thus shalt thou say to the house of Jacob, and tell the children of Israel; 4 Ye have seen what I did unto the Egyptians, and how I bare you on eagles' wings, and brought you unto myself. 5 Now therefore, if ye will obey my voice indeed, and keep my covenant, then ye shall be a peculiar treasure unto me above all people : for all the earth is mine: 6 And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. These are the words which thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel. 7 And Moses came and called for the elders of the people, and laid before their faces all these words which the Lord commanded him. 8 And all the people answered together, and said, All that the Lord hath spoken we will do. And Moses returned the words of the people unto the Lord. 9 And the Lord said unto Moses, Lo, I come unto thee in a thick cloud, that the people may hear when I speak with thee, and believe thee for ever. And Moses told the words of the people unto the Lord. 10 And the Lord said unto Moses, Go unto the people, and sanctify them to day and to morrow, and let them wash their clothes, 11 And be ready against the third day: for the third day the Lord will come down in the sight of all the people upon mount Sinai. 12 And thou shalt set bounds unto the people round about, saying, Take heed to yourselves, that ye go not up into the mount, or touch the border of it: whosoever toucheth the mount shall be surely put to death: 13 There shall not an hand touch it, but he shall surely be stoned, or shot through; whether it be 60 Moses on the mount. EXODUS, XX. (20.) Laws for menservants. beast or man, it shall not live: when the trumpet soundeth long, they shall come up to the mount. 14 And Moses went down from the mount unto the people, and sanctified the people; and they washed their clothes. 15 And he said unto the people, Be ready against the third day : come not at your wives. 16 And it came to pass on the third day in the morning, that there were thunders and lightnings, and a thick cloud upon the mount, and the voice of the trumpet exceeding loud ; so that all the peo- ple that was in the camp trembled. 17 And Moses brought forth the people out of the camp to meet with God ; and they stood at the nether part of the mount. 18 And mount Sinai was altogether on a smoke, because the Lord descended upon it in fire: and the smoke theerof ascended as the smoke of a fur- nace, and the whole mount quaked greatly. 19 And when the voice of the trumpet sounded long, and waxed louder and louder, Moses spake, and God answered him by a voice. 20 And the Lord came down upon mount Sinai, on the top of the mount: and the Lord called Moses up to the top cf the mount; and Moses went up. 21 And the Lord said unto Moses, Go down, charge the people, lest they break through unto the Lord to gaze, and many of them perish. 22 And let the priests also, which come near to the Lord, sanctify themselves, lest the Lord break forth upon them. 23 And Moses said unto the Lord, The people cannot come up to mount Sinai : for thou chargedst us, saying, Set bounds about the mount, and sanctify it. 24 And the Lord said unto him, Away, get thee down, and thou shalt come up, thou, and Aaron, with thee: but let not the priests and the people break through to come up unto the Lord, lest he break forth upon them. 25 So Moses went down unto the people, and spake unto them. CHAPTER XX. (20J 1 The ten commandments. 18 The people are afraid. 20 Moses comforteth them. 22 Idolatry is forbidden. 24 Of what sort the altar should be. AND God spake all these words, saying, 2 I am the Lord thy God, which have brought thee .out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. 3 Thou shalt have no other gods before me. 4 Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. 5 Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me; 6 And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments. 7 Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain ; for the Lord will not hold him guilt- less that taketh his name in vain. 8 Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. 9 Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work : 10 But the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God: in it thou shalt not do any work thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, thy man- servant, nor thy maidservant, nor thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates: 11 For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: Avherefore the Lord blessed the sabbath day, and hallowed it. 12 Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee, 13 Thou shalt not kill. 14 Thou shalt not commit adultery. 15 Thou shalt not steal. 16 Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour. 17 Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's. 18 And all the people saw the thunderings, and the lightnings, and the noise of the trumpet, and the mountain smoking: and when the people saw it, they removed, and stood afar off. 19 And they said unto Moses, Speak thou with us, and we will hear: but let not God speak with us, lest we die. 20 And Moses said unto the people, Fear not for God is come to prove you, and that his fear may be before your faces, that ye sin not. 21 And the people stood afar off, and Moses drew near unto the thick darkness where God was. 22 And the Lord said unto Moses, Thus thou shalt say unto the children of Israel, Ye have seen that I have talked with you from heaven. 23 Ye shall not make with me gods of silver, neither shall ye make unto you gods of gold. 24 And altar of earth thou shalt make unto me. and shalt facrifice thereon thy burnt offerings, and thy peace offerings, thy sheep, and thine oxen: in all places where I record my name I will come unto thee, and I will bless thee. 25 And if thou wilt make me an altar of stone, thou shalt not build it of hewn stone: for if thou lift up thy tool upon it, thou hast polluted it. 26 Neither shalt thou go \ap by steps unto mine altar, that thy nakedness be not discovered thereon. CHAPTER XXI. (21.; I Laws for menservants. 5 For the servant whose ear is bored. 7 For womenservants. 12 For manslaugh- ter. 16 For stealers of men. 17 For cursers of par- ents. 18 For smiters. 22 For a hurt by chance. 28 For an ox that goreth. 33 For him that is an occasion of harm. OW these are the judgments which thou shalt set before them. 2 If thou buy an Hebrew servant, six years he ~N 57 For womenservants. EXODUS, XXII. (22.) If man steals. shall serve : and in the seventh he shall go out free for nothing. 3 If he came in by himself, he shall go out by himself: if he were married, then his wife shall go out with him. i 4 If his master have given him a wife, and she have born him sons or daughters ; the wife and her children shall be her master's, and he shall go out by himself. 5 And if the servant shall plainly say, I love my master, my wifo, and my children; I will not go out free : 6 Then his master shall bring him unto the judges; he shall also bring him to the door, or unto the door post; and his master shall bore his ear through with an aul; and he shall serve him for ever. 7 And if a man sell his daughter to be a maid- servant, she shall not go out as the menser- vants do. 8 If she please not her master, who hath be- trothed her to himself, then shall he let her be re- deemed: to sell her unto a strange nation he shall have no power, seeing he hath dealt deceitfully with her. 9 And if he have betrothed her unto his son, he shall deal with her after the manner of daugh- ters. 10 And if he take him another wife; her food, her raiment, and her duty of marriage, shall he not diminish. 11 And if he do not these three unto her, then shall she go out free without money. 12 He that smiteth a man, so that he die, shall be surely put to death. 13 And if a man lie not in wait, but God deliver him into his hand; then I will appoint thee a place whither he shall flee. 14 But if a man come presumptuously upon his neighbour, to slay him with guile ; thou shalt take him from mine altar, that he may die. 15 And he that smiteth his father, or his mother, shall be surely put to death. 16 And he that stealeth a man, and selleth him, or if he be found in his hand, he shall surely be put to death. 17 And he that curseth his father, or his mother, shall surely be put to death. 18 And if men strive together, and one smite another with a stone, or with his fist, and he die not, but keepeth his bed : 19 If he rise again, and walk abroad upon his staff, then shall he that smote him be quit: only he shall pay for the loss of his time, and shall cause him to be thoroughly healed. 20 And if a man smite his servant, or his maid, with a rod, and he die under his hand ; he shall be surely punished. 21 Notwithstanding, if he continue a day or two, he shall not be punished: for he is his money. 22 If men strive, and hurt a woman with child, so that her fruit depart from her, and yet no mis- ohief follow : he shall be surely punished, accord- ing as the woman's, husband will lay upon him; and he shall pay as the judges determine. 23 And if any mischief follow, then thou shalt give life for life. 24 Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, 25 Burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. 26 And if a man smite the eye of his servant, or the eye of his maid, that it perish; he shall let him go free for his eye's sake. 27 And if he smite out his manservant's tooth, or his maidservant's tooth; he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake. 28 If an ox gore a man or a woman, that they die: then the ox shall be surely stoned, and his flesh shall not be eaten; but the owner of the ox shall be quit. 29 But if the ox were wont to push with his horn in time past, and it hath been testified to his owner, and he hath not kept him in, but that he hath killed a man or a, woman; the ox shall be stoned, and his owner also shall be put to death. 30 If there be laid on him a sum of money, then he shall give for the ransom of his life whatsoever is laid upon him. 31 Whether he have gored a son, or have gored a daughter, according to this judgment shall it be done unto him. 32 H the ox shall push a manservant or a maid- servant; he shall give unto their master thirty shekels of silver, and the ox shall be stoned. 33 And if a man shall open a pit, or if a man shall dig a pit, and not cover it, and an ox or an ass fall therein ; 34 The owner of the pit shall make it good, and give money unto the owner of them ; and the dead beast shall be his. 35 And if one man's ox hurt another's, that he die; then they shall sell the live ox, and divide the money of it ; and the dead ox also they shall divide. 36 Or if it be knowm that the ox hath used to push in time past, and his owner hath not kept him in ; he shall surely pay ox for ox: and the dead shall be his own. CHAPTER XXIL (22.) 1 Of theft. 5 Of damage. 7 Of trespasses. 14 Of bor- rowing. 16 Of fornication. 18 Of witchcraft. 19 Of beastiality. 20 Of idolatry. 21 Of strangers, widows, and fatherless. 25 Of usury. 26 Of pledges. 28 Of reverence to magistrates. 29 Of the flrstfruits. IF a man shall steal an ox, or a sheep, and kill it, or sell it; he shall restore five oxen for an ox, and four sheep for a sheep. 2 If a thief be found breaking up, and be smit- ten that he die, there shall no blood be shed for him. 3 If the sun be risen upon him there shall be blood shed for him; for he should make full restitu- tion; if he have nothing, then he shall be sold for his theft. 4 If the theft be certainly found in his hand alive, whether it be ox, or ass, or sheep; he shall restore double. 68 Trespassers. EXODUS, XXIII. (23.) Idolatry* j 5 If a man shall cause a field or vineyard to be eaten, and shall put in his beast, and snail feed in another man's field; of the best of his own neid, and of the best of his own vineyard, shall he make restitution. 6 If fire break out, and catch in thorns, so that the stacks of corn, or the standing .corn, or the field, be consumed therewith; he that kindled the fire shall surely make restitution. 7 If a man shall deliver unto his neighbour money or stuff to keep, and it be stolen out of the man's house; if the thief be found, let him pay double. 8 If the thief be not found, then the master of the house shall be brought unto the judges, to see whether he have put his hand unto his neighbour's goods. 9 For all manner of trespass, whether it be for ox, for ass, for sheep, for raiment, or for any man- ner of lost thing, which another challengeth to be his, the cause of both parties shall come before the judges; and whom the judges shall condemn, he shall pay double unto his neighbour. 10 If a man deliver unto his neighbour an ass, or an ox, or a sheep, or any beast, to keep; and it die, or be hurt, or driven away, no man seeing it: 11 Then shall an oath of the Lord be between them both, that he hath not put his hand unto hia neighbour's goods; and the owner of it shall accept thereof, and he shall not make it good. 12 And if it be stolen from him, he shall make restitution unto the owner thereof. 13 If it be torn in pieces, then let him bring it for witness, and he shall not make good that which was torn. 14 And if a man borrow ought of his neighbour, and it be hurt, or die, the owner thereof being not with it, he shall surely make it good. 15 But if the owner thereof be with it, he shall not make it good: if it be an hired thing, it came for his hire. 16 And if a man entice a maid that is not De- trothed, and lie with her, he shall surely endow her to be his wife. 17 If her father utterly refuse to give her unto him, he shall pay money according to the dowry of virgins. 18 Thou shalt not suffer a witch to live. 19 Whosoever lieth with a beast shall surely be put to death. 20 He that sacrificeth unto any god, save unto the Lord only, he shall be utterly destroyed. 21 Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor op- press him: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt. 22 Ye shall not afflict any widow, or fatherless child. 23 If thou afflict them in any wise, and they cry at all unto me, I will surely hear their cry; 24 And my wrath shall wax hot, and I will kill you with the sword ; and your wives shall be widows, and your children fatherless. 25 If thou lend money to any of my people that is poor by thee, thou shalt not be to him as an usurer, neither shalt thou lay upon him usury. 26 If thou at all take thy neighbour's raiment to pledge, thou shalt deliver it unto him by that the sun goeth down: 27 For that is his covering only, it is his rai- ment for his skin: wherein shall he sleep? and it shall come to pass, when he crieth unto me, that I will hear; for I am gracious. 28 Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people. 29 Thou shalt not delay to offer the first of thy ripe fruits, and of thy liquors : the firstborn of thy sons shalt thou give unto me. 30 Likewise shalt thou do with thine oxen, and with thy sheep: seven days it shall be with his dam ; on the eighth day thou shalt give it me. 31 And ye shall be holy men unto me: neither shall ye eat any flesh that is torn of beasts in the field; ye shall cast it to the dogs. CHAPTER XXni. (23.) 1 Of slander and false witness. 3, 6 Of justice. 4 Of charitableness. 10 Of the year of rest. 12 Of the sabbath. 13 Of idolatry. 14 Of the three feasts. 18 Of the blood and the fat of the sacrifice. 20 An Angel is promised, with a blessing, if they obey him. THOU shalt not raise a false report: put not thine hand with the wicked to be an un- righteous witness. 2 Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil ; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after man}' to wrest judgment: 3 Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause. 4 If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass go- ing astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again. 5 If thou see the ass of him that hateth thee lying under his burden, and wouldest forbear to help him, thou shalt surely help with him. 6 Thou shalt not wrest the judgment of thy poor in his cause. 7 Keep thee far from a false matter; ana the innocent and righteous slay thou not: for I will not justify the wicked. 8 And thou shalt take no gift: for the gift bind- eth the wise, and perverteth the words of the righteous. 9 Also thou shalt not oppress a stranger: for ye know the heart of a stranger, seeing ye were strangers in the land of Egypt. 10 And six years thou shalt sow thy land, and shalt gather in the fruits thereof: 11 But the seventh year thou shalt let it rest and lie still; that the poor of thy people may eat: and what they leave the beasts of the field shall eat. In like manner thou shalt deal with thy vine- yard, and with thy oliveyard. 12 Six days thou shalt do thy work, and on the seventh day thou shalt rest: that thine ox and thine ass may rest, and the son of thy handmaid, and the stranger, may be refreshed. 13 And in all things that I have said unto you be circumspect: and make no mention of the name of other gods, neither let it be heard out of thy mouth. 59 Three feasts. EXODUS, XXIV. (24.) With Aaron and Hur. 14 Three times thou shalt keep a feast unto me in the year. 15 Thou shalt keep the feast of unleavened bread: (thou shalt eat unleavened bread seven days, as I commanded thee, in the time appointed of the month Abib ; for in it thou earnest out from Egypt: and none shall appear before me empty:) 16 And the feast of harvest, the firstfruits of thy labours, which thou hast sown in the field: and the feast of ingathering, which is in the end of the year, when thou hast gathered in thy labours out of the field. 17 Three times in the year all thy males shall appear before the Lord God. . 18 Thou shalt not offer the blood of my sacrifice with leavened bread; neither shall the fat of my sacrifice remain until the morning. 19 The first of the firstfruits of thy land thou shalt bring into the) house of the Lord thy God. Thou shalt not seethe a kid in his mother's milk. 20 Behold I send an Angel before thee, to keep thee in the way, and to bring thee into the place which I have prepared. 21 Beware ol him, and obey his voice, provoke him not; for he will not pardon your transgres- sions: for my name is in him. 22 But if thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I speak; then I will be an enemy unto thine enemies, uid an adversary unto thine ad- versaries. 23 For mine Angel shall go before thee, and bring thee in unto the Amorites, and the Hittites, and the Perizzites, and the Canaanites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites : and I will cut them off. 24 Thou shalt not bow down to their gods, nor serve them, nor do after their works: but thou shalt utterly overthrow them, and quite break down their images. 25 And ye shall serve the Lord jour God, and he shall bless thy bread, and thy water; and I will take sickness away from the midst of thee. 26 There shall nothing cast their young, nor be barren, in thy land : the number of thy days I will fulfil. 27 I will send my fear before thee, and will de- stroy all the people to whom thou shalt come, and I will make all thine enemies turn their backs unto thee, 28 And I will send hornets before thee, which shall drive out the Hivite, the Canaanite, and the Hittite, from before thee. 29 I will not drive them out from before thee in one year; lest the land become desolate, and the beast of the field multiply against thee. 30 By little and little I will drive them out from before thee, until thou be increased, and inherit the land. 31 And I will set thy bounds from the Red sea even unto the sea of the Philistines, and from the desert unto the river : for I will deliver the inhabit- ants of the land into your hand; and thou shalt drive them out before thee. 32 Thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor with their gods. 33 They shall not dwell in thy land, lest they make thee sin against me: for if thou serve their gods, it will surely be a snare unto thee. CHAPTER XXIV. (24.) 1 Moses is called up into the mountain. 3 The people promise obedience. 4 Moses buildeth an altar, and twelve pillars. 6 He sprinkleth the blood of the cove- nant. 9 The glory of God appeareth. 14 Aaron and Hur have the charge of the people. 15 Moses goeth into the mountain, where he continueth forty days and forty nights. AND he said unto Moses, Come up unto the Lord, thou, and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel ; and worship ye afar off. 2 And Moses alone shall come near the Lord: but they shall not come nigh; neither shall the people go up with him. 3 And Moses came and told the people all the words of the Lord, and all the judgments: and all the people answered with one voice, and said, All the words which the Lord hath said will we do. 4 And Moses wrote all the words of the Lord, and rose up early in the morning, and builded an altar under the hill, and twelve pillars, according to the twelve tribes of Israel. 5 And he sent young men of the children of Israel, which offered burnt offerings, and sacrificed peace offerings of oxen unto the Lord. 6 And Moses took half of the blood, and put it. in basons; and half of the blood he sprinkled on the altar. 7 And he took the book of the covenant, and read in the audience of the people: and they said, All that the Lord hath said will we do, and be obedient. 8 And Moses took the blood, and sprinkled it on the people, and said, Behold the blood of the covenant, which the Lord hath made with you con- cerning all these words. 9 Then went up Moses, and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel : 10 And they saw the God of Israel: and there was under his feet as it were a paved work. of a sapphire stone, and as it were the body of heaven in his clearness. 11 And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand: also they saw God, and did eat and drink. 12 And the Lord said unto Moses, Come up to me into the mount, and be there: and I will give thee tables of stone, and a law, and command- ments which I have written; that thou mayest teach them. 13 And Moses rose up, and his minister Joshua: and Moses went up into the mount of God. 14 And he said unto the elders, Tarry ye here for us, until we come again unto you: and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you: if any man have any matters to do, let him come unto them. 15 And Moses went up into the mount, and a cloud covered the r-ount. 16 And the glory of the Lord abode upon mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it six days: and the 8a 60 Moses in midst of cloud. EXODUS, XXV, (25.) The candlestick. seventh day he called unto Moses out of the midst of the cloud. 17 And the sight of the glory of the Lord was like devouring fire on the top of the mount in the eyes of the children of Israel. 18 And Moses went into the midst of the cloud, and gat him up into the mount: and Moses was in the mount forty days and forty nights. CHAPTER XXV. (25.) 1 What the Israelites must offer for the making of the tabernacle. 10 The form of the ark. 17 The mercy seat, with the cherubims. 23 The table, with the fur- niture thereof. 31 The candlestick, with the instru- ments thereof. AND he Lord spake unto Moses, saying, .2 Speak unto the children of Israel, that they bring me an offering: of every man that giveth it willingly with his heart ye shall take my offering. 3 And this is the ottering which ye shall take of them; gold, and silver, and brass, 4 And blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine linen, and goats' hair, 5 And rams' skins dyed red, and badgers' skins, and shittim wood, 6 Oil for the light, spices for anointing oil, and for sweet incense, 7 Onyx stones, and stones to be set in the ephod, and in the breastplate. 8 And let them make me a sanctuary; that I may dwell among them. 9 According to all that I shew thee, after the pattern of the tabernacle, and the pattern of all the instruments thereof, even so shall ye make it. 10 And they shall make an ark of shittim wood : two cubits and a half shall be the length thereof, and a cubit and a half the breadth thereof, and a cubit and a half the height thereof. 11 And thou shalt overlay it with pure gold, within and without shalt thou overlay it, and shalt make upon it a crown of gold round about. 12 And thou shalt cast four rings of gold for it, and put them in the four corners thereof ; and two rings shall be in the one side of it, and two rings in the other side of it. 13 And thou shalt make staves of shittim wood, and overlay them with gold. 14 And thou shalt put the staves into the rings by the sides of the ark, that the ark may be borne with them. 15 The staves shall be in the rings of the ark: They shall not be taken from it. 16 And thou shalt put into the ark the testi- mony which I shall give thee. 17 And thou shalt make a mercy seat of pure gold: two cubits and a half shall be the length thereof, and a cubit and a half the breadth thereof. 18 And thou shalt make two cherubims of gold, of beaten work shalt thou make them, in the two ends of the mercy seat. 19 And make one cherub on the one end, and the other cherub on the other end: even of the mercy seat shall ye make the cherubims on the two ends thereof. 20 And the cherubims shall stretch forth their wings on high, covering the mercy seat with their wings, and their faces shall look one to another; toward the mercy seat shall the faces of the che- rubims be. 21 And thou shalt put the mercy seat above upon the ark; and in the ark thou shalt put the testimony that I shall give thee. 22 And there I will meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above the mercy seat, from between the two cherubims which are upon the ark of the testimony, of all things which I will give thee in commandment unto the children of Israel. 23 Thou shalt also make a table of shittim wood: two cubits shall be the length thereof, and a cubit the breadth thereof, and a cubit and a half the height thereof. 24 And thou shalt overlay it with pure gold, and make thereto a crown of gold round about. 25 And thou shalt make unto it a border of an hand breadth round about, and thou shalt make a golden crown to the border thereof round about. 26 And thou shalt make for it four rings of gold, and put the rings in the four corners that are on the four feet thereof. 27 Over against the border shall the rings be for places of the staves to bear the table. 28 And thou shalt make the staves of shittim wood, and overlay them with gold, that the table may be borne with them. 29 And thou shalt make the dishes thereof, and spoons thereof, and covers thereof, and bowls thereof, to cover withal: of pure gold shalt thou make them. 30 And thou shalt set upon the table shewbread before me alvvay. 31 And thou shalt make a candlestick of pure gold: of beaten work shall the candlestick be made: his shaft, and his branches, his bowls, his knops, and his tlowers, shall be of the came. 32 And six branches shall come out of the sides of it; three branches of the candlestick out of the one side, and three branches of the candlestick out of the other side: 33 Three bowls made like unto almonds, with a knop and a flower in one branch ; and three bowls made like almonds in the other branch, with a knop and a flower: so in the six branches that come out of the candlestick. 34 And in the candlestick shall be four bowls made like unto almonds, with their knops and their flowers. 35 And there shall be a knop under two branches of the same, and a knop under two branches of the same, and a knop under two branches of the same, according to the six branches that proceed out of the candlestick. 36 Their knops and their branches shall be of the same: all it shall be one beaten work of pure gold. 37 And thou shalt make the seven lamps there- of: and they shall light the lamps thereof, that they may give light over against it. 6.1 *> ■? Tabernacle's curtains. EXODUS, XXVI. (26) Hangings for door. 38 And the tongs thereof, and the snuffdishes thereof, shall be of pure gold. 39 Of a talent of pure gold shall he make it, with all these vessels. 40 And look that thou make them after their pattern, which was shewed thee in the mount. CHAPTER XXVI. (26.) 1 The ten curtains of the tabernacle. 7 The eleven cur- tains of goats' hair. 14 The covering of ranis' skins. 15 The boards of the tabernacle, with their sockets and bars. 31 The vail' for the ark. 36 Hanging for the door. MOREOVER thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubims of cunning work shalt thou make them. 2 The length of one curtain shall be eight and twenty cubits: and the breadth of one curtain four cubits: and every one of the curtains shall have one measure. 3 The five curtains shall be coupled together one to another; and other five curtains shall be coupled one to another. 4 And thou shalt make loops of blue upon the edge of the one curtain from the selvedge in the coupling; and likewise shalt thou make in the ut- termost edge of another curtain, in the coupling of the second. 5 Fifty loops shalt thou make in the one cur- tain, and fifty loops shalt thou make in the edge of the curtain that is in the coupling of the second; that the loops may take hold one of another. 6 And thou shalt make fifty taches of gold, and couple the curtains together with the taches: and it shall be one tabernacle. 7 And thou shalt make curtains of goats' hair to be a covering upon the tabernacle: eleven cur- tains shalt thou make. 8 The length of one curtain shall be thirty cu- bits, and the breadth of one curtain four cubits: and the eleven curtains shall be all of one measure. 9 And thou shalt couple five curtains by them- selves, and six curtains by themselves, and shalt double the sixth curtain in the forefront of the tabernacle. 10 And thou shalt make fifty loops on the edge of the one curtain that is outmost in the coupling, and fifty loops in the edge of the curtain which coupleth the second. 11 And thou shalt make fifty taches of brass, and put the taches into the loops, and couple the tent together, that it may be one. 12 And the remnant that remaineth of the cur- tains of the tent, the half curtain that remaineth, shall hang over the backside of the tabernacle. 13 And a cubit on the one side, and a cubit on the other side of that which remaineth in the length of the curtains of the tent, it shall hang over the sides of the tabernacle on this side and on that side, to cover it. 14 And thou shalt make a covering for the tent of rams' skins dyed red, and a covering above of badgers' skins. 15 And thou shalt make boards for the taber- nacle of shittim wood standing up. 16 Ten ctibits shall be the length of a board, and a cubit and a half shall be the breadth of one board. 17 Two tenons shall there be in one board, set in order one against another: thus shalt thou make for all the boards of the tabernacle. 18 And thou shalt make the boards for the tabernacle, twenty boards on the south side south- ward. 19 And thou shalt make forty sockets of silver under the twenty boards; two sockets under one board for his two tenons, and two sockets under another board for his two tenons. 20 And for the second side of the tabernacle on the north side there shall be twenty boards: 21 And their forty sockets of silver; two sockets under one board, and two sockets under another board. . 22 And for the sides of the tabernacle westward thou shalt make six boards. 23 And two boards shalt thou make for the cor- ners of the tabernacle in the two sides. 24 And they shall be coupled together beneath, and they shall be coupled together above the head of it unto one ring: thus shall it be for them both; they shall be for the two corners. 25 And they shall be eight boards, and their sockets of silver, sixteen sockets ; two sockets un- der one board, and two sockets under another board. 26 And thou shalt make bars of shittim wood; five for the boards of the one side of the taber- nacle, 27 And five bars for the boards of the other side of the tabernacle, and five bars for the boards of the side of the tabernacle, for the two sides west- ward. 28 And the middle bar in the midst of the boards shall reach from end to end. 29 And thou shalt overlay the boards with gold, and make their rings of gold for places for the bars: and thou shalt overlay the bars with gold. 30 And thou shalt rear up the tabernacle ac- cording to the fashion thereof which was shewed thee in the mount. 31 And thou shalt make a vail of blue, and pur- ple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen of cunning work: with cherubims shall it be made: 32 And thou shalt hang it upon four pillars of shittim wood overlaid with gold: their hooks shall be of gold, upon the four sockets of silver. 33 And thou shalt hang up the vail under the taches, that thou mayest bring in thither within the vaiH the ark of the testimony: and the vail shall divide unto you between the holy place and the most holy. 34 And thou shalt put the mercy seat upon the ark of the testimony in the most holv place. 35 And thou shalt set the table without the vail, and the candlestick over against the table on the side of the tabernacle toward the south: and thou shalt put the table on the north side. 36 And thou shalt make an hanging for the door of the tent, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, wrought with needlework. 02 Altar of burnt offering. EXODUS, XXVII. (27.) The ephod. 37 And thou shalt make for the hanging live pillars of shittim wood, and overlay them with gold, and their hooks shall be of gold: and thou shalt cast five sockets of brass for them. CHAPTER XXVII. (27.) 1 The altar of burnt offering, with the vessels thereof. 9 The court of the tabernacle inclosed with hangings and pillars. 18 The measure of the court. 20 The oil for the lamp. AND thou shalt make an altar of shittim wood, .five cubits long, and five cubits broad; the altar shall be foursquare: and the height thereof shall be three cubits. 2 And thou shalt make the horns of it upon the four corners thereof: his horns shall be of the same: and thou shalt overlay it with brass. 3 And thou shalt make his pans to receive his ashes, and his shovels, and his basons, and his fleshhooks, and his firepans : all the vessels thereof thou shalt make of brass. 4 And thou shalt make for it a grate of net- work of brass; and upon the net shalt thou make four brasen rings in the four corners thereof. 5 And thou shalt put it under the compass of the altar beneath, that the net may be even to the midst of the altar. 6 And thou shalt make staves for the altar, staves of shittim wood, and overlay them with brass. 7 And the staves shall be put into the rings, and the staves shall be upon the two sides of the altar, to bear it. 8 Hollow with boards shalt thou make it: as it was shewed thee in the mount, so shall they make it. 9 And thou shalt make the court of the taber- nacle: for the south side southward there shall be hangings for the court of fine twined linen of an hundred cubits long for one side: 10 And the twenty pillars thereof and their twenty sockets shall be of brass ; the hooks of the pillars and their fillets shall be of silver. 11 And likewise for the north side in length there shall be hangings of an hundred cubits long, and his twenty pillars and their twenty sockets of brass; the hooks of the pillars and their fillets of silver. 12 And for the breadth of the court on the west side shall be hangings of fifty cubits: their pil- lars ten, and their sockets ten. 13 And the breadth of the court on the east side eastward shall be fifty cubits. 14 The hangings cf one side of the gate shall be fifteen cubits: their pillars three, and their sockets three. 15 And on the other side shall be hangings fifteen cubits : their pillars three, and their sockets three. 16 And for the gate of the court shall be au hanging of twenty cubits, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, wrought with needlework: and their pillars shall be four, and their sockets four. 17 All the pillars round about the court shall be filleted with silver; their hooks shall be of silver, and their sockets of brass. 18 The length of the court shall be an hundred cubits, and the breadth fifty every where, and the height five cubits of fine twined linen, and their sockets of brass. 19 All the vessels of the tabernacle in all the service thereof, and all the pins thereof, and all the pins of the court, shall be of brass. 20 And thou shalt command the children of Israel, that they bring thee pure oil olive beaten for the light, to cause the lamp to burn always. 21 In the tabernacle of the congregation with- out the vail, which is before the testimony, Aaron and his sons shall order it from evening to morn- ing before the Lord: it shall be a statute for ever unto their generations on the behalf of the chil- dren of Israel. CHAPTER XXVIH. (28.) 1 Aaron and his sons are set apart for the priest's office. 2 Holy garments are appointed. 6 The ephod. 15 The breastplate with twelve precious stones. 30 The Urim and Thummim. 31 The robe of the ephod, with pomegranates and bells. 36 The plate of the mitre. 39 The embroidered coat. 40 The garments for Aaron's sons. AND take thou unto thee Aaron thy brother, .and his sons with him, from among the chil- dren of Israel, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office, even Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar, Aaron's sons. 2 And thou shalt make holy garments for Aaron thy brother for glory and for beauty 3 And,thou shalt speak unto all that are wise hearted, whom I have filled with the spirit of wis dom, that they may make Aaron's garments to con secrate him, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office. 4 And these are the garments which they shall make; a breastplate, and an ephod, and a robe, and a broidered coat, a mitre, and a girdle: and they shall make holy garments for Aaron thy brother, and his sons, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office. 5 And they shall take gold, and blue, and pur- ple, and scarlet, and fine linen. 6 And they shall make the ephod of gold, of blue, and of purple, of scarlet, and fine twined lin- en, with cunning work. 7 It shall have the two shoulderpieces thereof joined at the two edges thereof; and so it shall be joined together. 8 And the curious girdle of the ephod, which is upon it, shall be of the same, according to the work thereof; even of gold, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen. 9 And thou shalt take two onyx stones, and grave on them the names of the children of Israel : 10 Six of their names on one store, and the other six names of the rest on the other stone, ac- cording to their birth. 11 With the work of an engraver in stone, like the engravings of a signet, shalt thou engrave the two stones with the names of the children of Is- 63 Memorial stones. EXODUS, XXIX. (29.) Sacrifice of priests. rael : thou slialt make them to be set in ouches of gold. 12 And thou shalt put the two stones upon the shoulders of the ephocl for stones of memorial unto the children of Israel : and Aaron shall bear their names before the Lord upon his two shoulders for a memorial. 18 And thou shalt make ouches of gold; 14 And two chains of pure gold at tiie ends; of wreathen work shalt thou make them, and fasten the wreathen chains to the ouches. 15 And thou shalt make the breastplate of judg- ment with cunning work; after the work of the ephod thou shalt make it; of gold, of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine twined linen, shalt thou make it. 16 Foursquare it shall be being doubled; a span shall be the length thereof, and a span shall be the breadth thereof. 17 And thou shalt set in it settings of stones, even four rows of stones: the first row shall be a sardius, a topaz, and a carbuncle : this shall be the first row. 18 And the second row shall be an emerald, a sapphire, and a diamond. 19 And the third row a ligure, an agate, and an amethyst. 20 And the fourth row a beryl, and an onyx, and a jasper: they shall.be set in gold in their in- closings. 21 And the stones shall be with the names of the children of Israel, twelve, according to their names, like the engravings of a signet; every one with his name shall they be according to the twelve tribes. 22 And thou shalt make upon the breastplate chains at the ends of wreathen work of pure gold. 23 And thou shalt make upon the breastplate two rings of gold, and shalt put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate. 24 And thou shalt put the two wreathen chains of gold in the two rings which are on the ends of the breastplate. 25 And the other two ends of the two wreathen chains thou shalt fasten in the two ouches, and put them on the shoulderpieces of the ephod be- fore it. 26 And thou shalt make two rings of gold, and thou shalt put them upon the two ends of the breastplate in the border thereof, which is in the side of the ephod inward. 27 And two other rings of gold thou shalt make, and shalt put them on the two sides of the ephod underneath, toward the forepart thereof, over against the other coupling thereof, above the curi- ous girdle of the ephod. _ 28 And they shall bind the breastplate by the rings thereof unto the rings of the ephod with a lace of blue, that it may be above the curious gir- dle of the ephod, and that the breastplate be not loosed from the ephod. 29 And Aaron shall bear the names of the chil- dren of Israel in the breastplate of judgment upon his heart, when he goeth in unto the holy place, for a memorial before the Lord continually. 30 And thou shalt put in the breastplate of judgment the Urim and the Thummim; and they shall be upon Aaron's heart, when he goeth in be- fore the Lord: and Aaron shall bear the judgment of the children of Israel upon his heart before the Lord continually. 31 And thou shalt make the robe of the ephod all of blue. 32 And there shall be an hole in the top of it, in the midst thereof: it shall have a binding of woven work round about the hole of it, as it were the hole of an habergeon, that it be not rent. 33 And beneath upon the hem of it thou shalt make pomegranates of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, round about the hem thereof; and bells of gold between them round about: 34 A golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, upon the hem of the robe round about. 35 And it shall be upon Aaron to minister: and his sound shall be heard when he goeth in unto the holy place before the Lord, and when he cometh out, that he die not. 36 And thou shalt make a plate of pure gold, and grave upon it, like the engravings of a signet, HOLINESS TO THE LORD. 37 And thou shalt put it on a blue lace, that it may be upon the mitre : upon the forefront of the mitre it shall be. 38 And it shall be upon Aaron's forehead, that Aaron may bear the iniquity of the holy things, which the children of Israel shall hallow in all their holy gifts; and it shall be always upon his forehead, that they may be accepted before the Lord. 39 And thou shalt embroider the coat of fine linen, and thou shalt make the mitre of fine linen, and thou shalt make the girdle of needlework. 40 And for Aaron's sons thou shalt make coats, and thou shalt make for them girdles, and bonnets shalt thou make for them, for glory and for beauty. 41 And thou shalt put them upon Aaron thy brother, and his sons with him; and shalt anoint them, and consecrate them, and sanctify them, that they may minister unto me in the priest's office. 42 And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover their nakedness; from the loins even unto the thighs they shall reach: 43 And they shall be upon Aaron, and upon his sons, when they come in unto the tabernacle of the congregation, or when they come near unto the altar to minister in the holy place; that they bear not iniquity, and die: it shall be a statute for ever unto him and his seed after him. CHAPTER XXIX. (29.) 1 The sacrifice and ceremonies of consecrating the priests. 38 The continual burnt offering. 45 God's promise to dwell among the children of Israel. AND this is the thing that thou shalt do unto -them to hallow them, to minister unto me in the priest's office: Take one young bullock, and two rams without blemish, 2 And unleavened bread, and cakes unleavened 64 Consecration of Aaron. EXODUS, XXIX, (29.) Seven day atonement. tempered with oil, and wafers unleavened anointed with oil : of wheaten hour shalt thou make them. 3 And thou shalt put them into one basket, and bring them in the basket, with the bullock and the two rams. 4 And Aaron and his sons thou shalt bring unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and shalt wash them with water. 5 And thou shalt take the garments, and put upon Aaron the coat, and the robe of the ephod, and the ephod, and the breastplate, and gird him with the curious girdle of the ephod : 6 And thou shalt put the mitre upon his head, and put the holy crown upon the mitre. 7 Then shalt thou take the anointing oil, and pour it upon his head, and anoint him. 8 And thou shalt bring his sons, and put coats upon them. 9 And thou shalt gird them with girdles, Aaron and his sons, and put the bonnets on them: and the priest's office shall be their's for a perpetual statute: and thou shalt consecrate Aaron and his sons. 10 And thou shalt cause a bullock to be brought before the tabernacle of the congregation: and Aaron and his sons shall put their hands upon the head of the bullock. 11 And thou shalt. kill the bullock before the Lord, by the door of the tabernacle of the congre- gation. 12 And thou shalt take of the blood of the bul- lock, and put it upon the horns of the altar with thy finger, and pour all the blood beside the bot- tom of the altar. 13 And thou shalt take all the fat that covereth the inwards, and the caul that is above the liver, and the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, and burn them upon the altar. 14 But the flesh of the bullock, and his skin, and his dung, shalt thou burn with fire without the camp: it is a sin offering. 15 Thou shalt also take one ram; and Aaron and his sons shall put their hands upon the head of the ram. 16 And thou shalt slay the ram, and thou shalt take his blood, and sprinkle it round about upon the altar. 17 And thou shalt cut the ram in pieces, and wash the inwards of him, and his legs, and put them unto his pieces, and unto his head. 18 And thou shalt burn the whole ram upon the altar: it is a burnt offering unto the Lord: it Is a sweet savour, an offering made by fire unto the Lord. 19 And thou shalt take the other ram; and Aaron and his sons shall put their hands upon the head of the ram. 20 Then shalt thou kill the ram, and take of his blood, and put it upon the tip of the right ear of Aaron, and upon the tip of the right ear of his sons, and upon the thumb of their right hand, and upon the great toe of their right foot, and sprinkle the blood upon the altar round about. 21 And thou shalt take of the blood that is upon the altar, and of the anointing oil, and sprinkle it upon Aaron, and upon his garments, and upon his sons, and upon the garments of his sons with him : and he shall be hallowed, and his garments, and his sons, and his sons' garments with him. 22 Also thou shalt take of the ram the fat and the rump, and the fat that covereth the inwards, and the caul above the liver, and the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, and the right shoulder; for it is a ram of consecration: 23 Aud one loaf of bread, and one cake of oiled bread, and one wafer out of the basket of the un- leavened bread that is before the Lord : 24 And thou shalt put all in the hands of Aaron. and in the hands of his sons ; and shalt wave them for a wave offering before the Lord. 25 And thou shalt receive them of their hands, and burn them upon the altar for a burnt offering, for a sweet savour before the Lord: it is an offering made by fire unto the Lord. 26 And thou shalt take the breast of the ram of Aaron's consecration, and wave it for a wave of- fering before the Lord : and it shall be thy part. 27 And thou shalt sanctify the breast of the wave offering, and the shoulder of the heave offer- ing, which is waved, and which is heaved up, of the ram of the consecration, even of that which, is for Aaron, and of that which is for his sons: 28 And it shall be Aaron's and his sons' by & statute for ever from the children of Israel: for it is an heave offering: and it shall be an heave of- fering from the children of Israel of the sacrifice of their peace offerings, even their heave offering unto the Lord. 29 And the holy garments of Aaron shall be his sons' after him, to be anointed therein, and to be consecrated in them. 30 And that son that is priest in his stead shall put them on seven days, when he cometh into the tabernacle of the congregation to minister in the holy place. 31 And thou shalt take the ram of the conse- cration, and seethe his flesh in the holy place. 32 And Aaron and his sons shall eat the flesh of the ram, and the bread that is in the basket, by the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. 33 And they shall eat those things wherewith the atonement was made, to consecrate and to sanctify them : but a stranger shall not eat thereof, because they are holy. 34 And if ought of the flesh of the consecrations, or of the bread, remain unto the morning, then thou shalt burn the remainder with fire: it shall not be eaten, because it is holy. 35 And thus shalt thou do unto Aaron, and to his sons, according to all things which I have com- manded thee: seven days shalt thou consecrate them. 36 And thou shalt offer every day a bullock for a sin offering for atonement: and thou shalt cleanse the altar, when thou hast made an atone- ment for it, and thou shalt anoint it, to sanctify it. 37 Seven days thou shalt make an atonement for the altar, and sanctify it; and it shall be an al- tar, most holy: whatsoever toucheth the altar shall be holv. 05 The offering. EXODUS, XXX, (30.) The anointing oil. 38 jSow this is that which thou shalt offer upon the altar; two lambs of the first year day by uay continually. 39 The one lamb thou shalt offer in the morn- ing; and the other lamb thou shalt offer at even: 40 And with the one lamb a terith deal of Hour mingled with the fourth part of an bin of beaten oil; and the fourth part of an hin of wine for a drink offering. 41 And the other 'lamb thou shalt offer at even, and shalt do thereto according to the meat offer- ing of the morning, and according to the drink of- fering theerof, for a sweet savour, an offering made by fire unto the Lord. 42 This shall be a continual burnt offering throughout your generations at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation before the Lord: where I will meet you, to speak there unto thee. 43 And there I will meet with the children of Israel, and the tabernacle shall be sanctified by my glory. 44 And I will sanctify the tabernacle of the con- gregation, and the altar : I will sanctify also both Aaron and his sons, to minister to me in the priest's office. 45 And I will dwell among the children of Is- rael, and will be their God. 46 And they shall know that I am the Lord their God, that brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, that I may dwell among them: I am the Lord their God. CHAPTER XXX. (30.) 1 The altar of incense. 11 The ransom of souls. 17 The brasen layer. 22 The holy anointing oil. 34 The com- position of the perfume. a KD thou shalt make an altar to burn incense J\. upon : of shittim wood shalt thou* make it. 2 A Cubit shall be the length thereof, and a cubit the breadth thereof; foursquare shall it be: and. two cubits shall be the height thereof: the horns thereof shall be of the same. 3 And thou shalt overlay it with pure gold, the top thereof, and the sides thereof round about, and the horns thereof; and thou shalt- make unto it a crown of gold round about. 4 And two golden rings shalt thou make to it under the crown of it, by the two corners theerof, upon the two sides of it shalt thou make it; and they shall be for places for the staves to bear it withal. 5 And thou shalt make the staves of shittim wood, and overlay them with gold. 6 And thou shalt put it before the vail that is by the ark of the testimony, before the mercy seat that is over the testimony, where I will meet with thee. 7 And Aaron shall burn thereon sweet incense every morning: when he dresseth the lamps, he shall burn incense upon it. 8 And when Aaron lighteth the lamps at even, he shall burn incense upon it, a perpetual incense before the Lord throughout your generations. 9 Ye shall offer no strange incense thereon, nor burnt sacrifice, nor meat offering; neither shall ye pour drink offering thereon. 10 And Aaron shall make an atonement upon the horns of it once in a year with the blood of the sin offering of atonements: once in the year shall he make atonement upon it throughout your gen- erations : it is most holy unto the Lord. 11 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 12 When thou takest the sum of the children of Israel after their number, then shall they give every man a ransom for his soul unto the Lord,, when thou numberest them; that there be no plague among them, when thou numberest them. 13 This they shall give, every one that passeth among them that are numbered, half a shekel after the shekel of the sanctuary: (a shekel is twenty gerahs:) an half shekel shall be the offer- ing of the Lord. 14 Every one that passeth among them that are numbered, from twenty years old and above, shall give an offering unto the Lord. 15 The rich shall not give more, and the poor shall not give less than half a shekel, when they give an offering unto the Lord, to make an atone- ment for your souls. 16 And thou shalt take the atonement money of the children of Israel, and shalt appoint it for the service of the tabernacle of the congregation; thac it may be a memorial unto the children of Israel before the Lord, to make an atonement for your souls. 17 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 18 Thou shalt also 'make a laver of brass, and his foot also of brass, to wash withal: and thou shalt put it between the tabernacle of the congre- gation and the altar, and thou shalt put water therein. 19 For Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet thereat: 20 When they go into the, tabernacle of the con- gregation, they shall wash with wacer, that they die not; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn offering made by fire unto the Lord: 21 So they shall wash their hands and their feet, that they die not : and it shall be a statute for ever to them, even to him and to his seed through- out their generations. 22 Moreover the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 23 Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cin- namon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels, 24 And of cassia five hundred shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary, and of oil olive an hin: 25 And thou shalt make it an oil of holy oint- ment, an ointment compound after the art of the apothecary: it- shall be an holy anointing oil. 26 And thou shalt anoint the tabernacle of the congregation therewith, and the ark of testimony, 27 And the table and all his vessels, and the candlestick and his vessels, and the altar of in- cense, 28 And the altar of burnt offering with all his vessels, and the laver and his foot. 06 Lord commands Moses. EXODUS, XXXI. (31.) Aaron's ofering. 29 And thou shalt sanctify them, that they may be most holy: whatsoever toucheth them shall be holy. 30 And thou shalt anoint Aaron and his sons, and consecrate them, that they may minister unto me in the priest's office. 31 And thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel, saying, This shall be an holy anointing oil unto me throughout your generations. 32 Upon man's flesh shall it not be poured, neither shall ye make any other like it, after the composition of it: it is holy, and it shall be holy unto you. 33 Whosoever compoundeth any like it, or who- soever putteth any of it upon a stranger, shall even be cut off from his people. 34 And the Lord said unto Moses, Take unto thee sweet spices, stacte, and onycha, and gal- banum; these sweet spices with pure frankin- cense: of each shall there be a like weight: 35 And thou shalt make it a perfume, a confec- tion after the art of the apothecary, tempered to- gether, pure and holy: 36 And thou shalt beat some of it very small, and put of it before the testimony in the taber- nacle of the congregation, where I will meet with thee: it shall be unto you most holy. 37 And as for the perfume which thou shalt make, ye shall not make to yourselves according to the composition thereof : it shall be unto thee holy for the Lord. 38 Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereto, shall even be cut off from his people. CHAPTER XXXI. (31.) 1 Bezaleel and Aholiab are called and made meet for the work of the tabernacle. 12 The observation of the sabbath is again commanded. 18 Moses receiveth the two tables. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, _2 See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah: 3 And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowl- edge, and in all manner of workmanship, 4 To devise cunning works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, 5 And in cutting of stones, to set them, and in caning of timber, to work in all manner of work- manship. 6 And I, behold, I have given with him Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan: and in the hearts of all that are wise hearted I have put wisdom, that they may make all that I have com- manded thee; 7 The tabernacle of the congregation, and the ark of the testimony, and the mercy seat that is thereupon, and all the furniture of the tabernacle, 8 And the table and his furniture, and the pure candlestick wi+h all his furniture, and the altar of incense, 9 And the altar of burnt offering with all his furniture, and the laver and his foot, 10 And the cloths of service, and the holy gar- ments for Aaron the priest, and the garments of his sons, to minister in the priest's office, 11 And the anointing oil, and sweet incense for the holy place: according to all that I have com- manded thee shall they do. 12 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 13 Speak thou also unto the children of Israel, saying, Verily my sabbaths ye shall keep: for it is a sign between me and you throughout your gen- erations; that ye may know that I am the Lord that doth sanctify you. 14 Ye shall keep the sabbath therefore; for it is holy unto you: every one that defileth it shall surely be put to death: for whosoever doeth any work therein, that soul shall be cut off from among his people. 15 Six days may work be done; but in the sev- enth is the sabbath of rest, holy to the Lord : who- soever doeth any work in the sabbath day, he shall surely be put to death. 16 Wherefore the children of Israel shall keep the sabbath, to observe the sabbath throughout their generations, for a perpetual covenant. 17 It is a sign between me and the children of Israel for ever: for in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, and on the seventh day he rest- ed, and was refreshed. 18 And he gave unto Moses, when he had made an end of communing with him upon mount Sinai, two tables of testimony, tables of stone, written with the finger of God. CHAPTER XXXn. (32.) 1 The people, in the absence of Moses, cause Aaron to make a calf. 7 God is angered thereby. 11 At the intreaty of Moses he is appeased. 15 Moses cometh down with the tables. 19 He breaketh them. 20 He destroyeth the calf. 22 Aaron's excuse for himself. 25 Moses causeth the idolaters to be slain. 30 He prayeth for the people. AND when the people saw that Moses delayed to come down out of the mount, the people gathered themselves together unto Aaron, and said unto him, Up, make us gods, which shall go before us; for as for this Moses, the man that brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we wot not what is become of him. 2 And Aaron said unto them, Break off the gold- en earrings, which are in the ears of your wives, of your sons, and of your daughters, and bring them unto me. 3 And all the people brake off the golden ear- rings which were in their ears, and brought them unto Aaron. 4 And he received them at their hand, and fashioned it with a graving tool, after he had made it a molten calf: and they said, These be thy gods, O Israel, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt. 5 And when Aaron saw it, he built an altar be- fore it; and Aaron made proclamation, and said, To morrow is a feast to the Lord. 6 And they rose up early on the morrow, and offered burnt offerings, and brought peace offer- ings; and the people sat down to eat and to drink, and rose up to play. 67 THE STEP PYRAMID. SAKKARAH NEAR MEMPHIS— IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD WHERE MOSES IS SUPPOSED TO HAVE GROWN UP. (Ex. 23:4.) We have in this thirty-second chapter of Exodus, the account of Aaron's molten calf, which was made of the earrings of the women of Israel while Moses delayed on the Mount. The children of Israel received their idea of the worship of a calf from the Egyptians. The Serapium, where the Apis Bulls were buried, is not far from tne Step Pyramid. The Step Pyramid is thought to have been built by the fourth king of the first dynasty, and is therefore I ^garded as t»elng older than the pyramids of Gizeh. The door which led into it was inscribed with the ■ ime of a king called Ra-nub. This great Pyramid is about eight miles from Cairo. God is angered. EXODUS, XXXIII, (33.) God refuseth. 1 7 And the Lord said unto Moses, Go, get thee down; for thy people, which thou broughtest out of the land of Egypt, have corrupted themselves: 8 They have turned aside quickly out of the way which I commanded them : they have made them a molten calf, and have worshipped it, and have sacrificed thereunto, and said, these be thy gods, O Israel, which have brought thee up out of the land of Egypt. 9 And the Lord said unto Moses, I have seen this people, and, behold, it is a stiff necked people: 10 Now therefore let me alone, that my wrath mav wax hot against them, and that I may con- sume them: and 1 will make of thee a great nation. 11 And Moses besought the Lord his God, and said, Lord, why doth thy wrath wax hot against thy people, which thou hast brought forth out of the land of Egypt with great power, and with a mighty hand? 12 Wherefore should the Egyptians speak, and say, For mischief did he bring them out, to slay them in the mountains, and to consume them from the face of the earth? Turn from thy fierce wrath, and repent of this evil against thy people. 13 Remember Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, thy servants, to whom thou swarest by thine own self, and saidst unto them, I will multiply your seed as the stars of heaven, and all this land that I have spoken of will I give unto your seed, and they shall inherit it for ever. 14 And the Lord repented of the evil which he thought to do unto his people. 15 And Moses turned, and went down from the mount, and the two tables of the testimony were in his haDd: the tables were written on both their sides ; on the one side and on the other were they written. 16 And the tables were the work of God, and the writing was the writing of God, graven upon the tables. 17 And when Joshua heard the noise of the people as they shouted, he said unto Moses, There is a noise of war in the camp. 18 And he said, it is not the voice of them that shout for mastery, neither is it the voice of them that cry for being overcome: but the noise of them that sing do I hear. 19 And it came to pass, as soon as he came nigh unto the camp, that he saw the calf, and the danc- ing: and Moses' anger waxed hot, and he cast the tables out of his hands, and brake them beneath the mount. 20 And he took -the calf which they had made, and burned it in the fire, and ground it to powder, and strawed it upon the water, and made the children of Israel drink of it. 21 And Moses said unto Aaron, What did this people unto thee, that thou hast brought so great a sin upon them? 22 And Aaron said, Let not the anger of my lord wax hot: thou.knowest the people, that they are set on mischief. 23 For they said unto me, Make us gods, which shall go before us: for as for this Moses, the man that brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we wot not what is become of him. 24 And I said unto them, Whosoever hath any gold, let them break it off. So they gave Z% me: then I cast it into the fire, and there came out. this calf. 25 And when Moses saw that the people were naked; (for Aaron had made them naked unto their shame among their enemies:) 20 Then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who is on the Lord's side? let him come unto me. And all the sons of Levi gathered them- selves together unto him. 27 And he said unto them, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Put every man his sword by his side, and go in and out from gate to gate throughout the camp, and slay every man his brother, and every man his companion, and every man his neighbour. 28 And the children of Levi did according to the word of Moses: and there fell of the people that day about three thousand men. 29 For Moses had said, Consecrate yourselves to day to the Lord, even every man upon his son, and upon his brother; that he may bestow upon you a blessing this day. 30 And it came to pass on the morrow, that Moses said unto the people, Ye have sinned a great sin: and now I will go xip unto the Lord; perad- venture I shall make an atonement for your sin. 31 And Moses returned unto the Lord, and said, Oh, this people have sinned a great sin, and have made them gods of gold. 32 Yet now, if thou wilt forgive their sin — ; and if not, blot me, I pray thee, out of thy book which thou hast written. 33 And the Lord said unto Moses, Whosoever hath sinned against me, him will I blot out of my book. 34 Therefore now go, lead the people unto the place of which I have spoken unto thee: behold, mine Angel shall go before thee: nevertheless in the day when I visit I will visit their sin upon them. 35 And the Lord plagued the people, because they made the calf, which Aaron made. CHAFTER XXXIII. (33.) 1 The Lord refuseth to go as he had promised with the people. 4 The people murmur thereat. 7 The taber- nacle is removed out of the camp. 9 The Lord talketh familiarly with Moses. 12 Moses desireth to see the glory of God. AND the Lord said unto Moses, Depart, and go up hence, thou and the people which thou hast brought up out of the land of Egypt, unto the land which I sware unto Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, saying, Unto thy seed will I give it: 2 And I will send an angel before thee; and I will drive out the Canaanite, the Amorite, and the Hittite, and the Perizzite, the Hivite, and the Jebusite: 3 Unto a land flowing with milk and honey: for I will not go up in the midst of thee; for thou art a stiff necked people: lest I consume thee in the way. 68 Tabernacle removed. EXODUS, XXXIV, (34.) Lord's covenant 1 4 And when the people heard these evil tidings they mourned: and no man did put on him his ornaments. 5 For the Lord had said unto Moses, Say unto the children of Israel, Ye are a stift'necKed people: I will come up into the midst of thee in a moment, and consume thee: therefore now put off thy orna- ments from thee, that 1 may know what to do unto thee . 6 And the children of Israel stripped them- selves of their ornaments by the mount Horeb. 7 And Moses took the tabernacle, and pitched it without the camp, afar oft* from the camp, and called it the Tabernacle of the congregation. And it came to pass, that every one which sought the Lord went out unto the tabernacle of the congre- gation, which was without the camp. 8 And it came to pass, when Moses went out unto the tabernacle, that all the people rose up, and stood every man at his tent door, and looked after Moses, until he was gone into the taber- nacle. 9 And it came to pass, as Moses entered into the tabernacle, the cloudy pillar descended, and stood at the door of the tabernacle, and the Lord talked with Moses. 10 And all the people saw the cloudy pillar stand at the tabernacle door: and all the people rose up and worshipped, every man in his tent door. 11 And the Lord spake unto Moses face to face, as a man speaketh unto his friend. And he turned again into the camp: but his servant Joshua, the son of Xun, a young man, departed not out of the tabernacle. 12 And Moses said unto the Lord, See, thou say- est unto me, Bring up this people: and thou hast not let me know whom thou wilt send with me. Yet thou hast said, I know thee by name, and thou hast also found grace in my sight, 13 Xow therefore, I pray thee, if I have found grace in thy sight, shew me now thy way that I may know thee, that I may find grace in thy sight: and consider that this nation is thy people. 14 And he said. My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest. 15 And he said unto him. If thy presence go not with me, carry us not up hence. 16 For wherein shall it be known here that I and thy people have found grace in thy sight? is it not in that thou goest with us? so shall we be separated, I and thy people, from all the people that are upon the face of the earth. 17 And the Lord said unto Moses, I will do this thing also that thou hast spoken: for thou hast found grace in my sight, and I know thee by name. 18 And he said, I beseech thee, shew me thy glory. 19 And he said, I will make all my goodness pass "before thee, and I will proclaim the name of the Lord before thee: and will be graciou3 to whom I will be gracious, and will shew mercy on whom I will shew mercy. 20 And he said, Thou canst not see my face: for there shall no man see me, and live. 21 And the Lord said, Behold, there is a place by me, and thou shaft stand upon a rock: 22 And it shall come to pass, while my glory passeth by, that I will put thee in a clift of the rock, and will cover thee with my hand while I pass by: 23 And I will take away mine hand, and thou shalt see my ba,ck parts : but my face shall not be seen. CHAPTER XXXIV. (.34.) 1 The tables are renewed. 5 The name of the Lord pro- claimed. 8 Moses intreateth God to go with them. 10 God maketh a covenant with them, repeating certain duties of the first table. 28 Moses after forty days in the mount cometh down with the tables. 2t) His face shineth, and he covereth it with a vail. a XI) the Lord said unto Moses, Hew thee two J\ tables of stone like unto the first : and I will write upon these tables the. words that were in the first tables, which thou brakest. 2 And be ready in the morning, and come up in the morning unto mount Sinai, and present thyself there to me in the top of the mount. 3 And no man shall come up with thee, neither let any man be seen throughout all the mount; neither let the flocks nor herds feed before that mount. 4 And he hewed two tables of stone like unto the first; and Moses rose up early in the morning, and went up unto mount Sinai, as the Lord had commanded him, and took in his hand the two tables of stone. 5 And the Lord descended in the cloud, and stood with him there, and proclaimed the name of the Lord. 6 And the Lord passed by before him. and pro- claimed, The Lord. The Lord Ood, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, 7 Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving in- iquity and transgression and sin, and that will by no means clear the guilty: visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children, and upon the chil- dren's children, unto the third and to the fourth generation. 8 And Moses made haste, and bowed his head toward the earth, and worshipped. 9 And he said, If now I have found grace in thy sight, O Lord, let my Lord, I pray thee, go among us; for it is a stiff necked people; and pardon our iniquity and our sin, and take us for thine in- heritance. 10 And he said. Behold. I make a covenant: be- fore all thy people I will do marvels, such as hare not been done in all the earth, nor in any nation: and all the people among which thou art shall see the work of the Lord : for it is a terrible thing that I will do with thee. 11 Observe thou that which I command thee this day: behold, I drive out before thee the Amorite and the Canaanite. and the Hittite. and the Perizzite. and the Hivite, and the Jebusite. 12 Take heed to thyself, lest thou make a coven- ant with the inhabitants of the land whither thou goest, lest it be for a snare in the midst of thee: 69 Make no molten gods. EXODUS, XXXV, (35.) Gifts for tabernacle. 13 But ye shall destroy their altars, break their images, and cut down their groves: 14 For thou shalt worship no other god : for the Lord, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God: 15 Lest thou make a covenant with the inhabit- ants of the land, and they go a whoring after their gods, and do sacrifice unto their gods, and one call thee, and thou eat of his sacrifice; 16 And thou take of their daughters unto thy sons, and their daughters go a whoring after their gods, and make thy sons go a whoring after their gods. 17 Thou shalt make thee no molten gods. 18 The feast of unleavened bread shalt thou keep. Seven days thou shalt eat unleavened bread, as I commanded thee, in the time of the month Abib: for in the month Abib thou earnest out from Egypt. 19 All that openeth the matrix is mine; and every firstling among thy cattle, whether ox or sheep, that is male. 20 But the firstling of an ass thou shalt redeem with a lamb: and if thou redeem him not, then shalt thou break his neck. All the firstborn of thy sons thou shalt redeem. And none shall ap- pear before me empty. 21 Six days thou shalt work, but on the seventh day thou shalt rest: in earing time and in harvest thou shalt rest. 22 And thou shalt observe the feast of weeks, of the firstfruits of wheat harvest, and the feast of ingathering at the year's end. 23 Thrice in the year shall all your menchildren appear before the Lord God, the God of Israel. 24 For I will cast out the nations before thee, and enlarge thy borders: neither shall any man desire thy land, when thou shalt go up to appear before the Lord thy God thrice in the year. 25 Thou shalt not offer the blood of my sacrifice with leaven; neither shall the sacrifice of the feast of the passover be left unto the morning. 26 The first of the firstfruits of thy land thou shalt bring unto the house of the Lord thy God. Thou shalt not seethe a kid in his mother's milk. 27 And the Lord said unto Moses, Write thou these words: for after the tenor of these words I have made a covenant with thee and with Israel. 28 And he was there with the Lord forty days and forty nights; he did neither eat bread, nor drink water. And he wrote upon the tables the words of the covenant, the ten commandments. 29 And it came to pass, when Moses came down from mount Sinai with the two tables of testimony in Moses' hand, when he came down from the mount, that Moses wist not that the skin of his face shone while he talked with him. 30 And when Aaron and all the children of Is- rael saw Moses, behold, the skin of his face shone; and they were afraid to come nigh him. 31 And Moses called unto them; and Aaron and all the rulers of the congregation returned unto him: and Moses talked with them. 32 And afterward all the children of Israel came nigh: and he gave them in commandment all that the Lord had spoken with him in mount Sinai. 33 And till Moses had done speaking with them, he put a vail on his face. 34 But when Moses went in before the Lord to speak with him, he took the vail off, until he came out. And he came out, and spake unto the chil- dren of Israel that which he was commanded. 35 And the children of Israel saw the face of Moses, that the skin of Moses' face shone : and Mo- ses put the vail upon his face again, until he went in to speak with him. CHAPTER XXXV. (35.) 1 The sabbath. 4 The free gifts for the tabernacle. 20 The readiness of the people to offer. 30 Bezaleel and Aholiab are called to work. *ND Moses gathered all the congregation of J\ the children of Israel together, and said unto them, These are the words which the Lord hath commanded, that ye should do them. 2 Six days shall work be done, but on the sev- enth day there shall be to you an holy day, a sab- bath of rest to the Lord: whosoever doeth work therein shall be put to death. 3 Ye shall kindle no fire throughout your habi- tations upon the sabbath day. 4 And Moses spake unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, saying, This is the thing which the Lord commanded, saying, 5 Take ye from among you an offering unto the Lord: whosoever is of a willing heart, let him bring it, an offering of the Lord; gold, and silver, and brass, 6 And blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine linen, and goats' hair, 7 And rams' skins dyed red, and badgers' skins, and shittim Avood, 8 And oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil, and for the sweet incense, 9 And onyx stones, and stones to be set for the ephod, and for the breastplate . 10 And every wise hearted among you shall come, and make all that the ?Lord hath com- manded; 11 The tabernacle, his tent, and his covering, his taches, and his boards, his bars, his pillars, and his sockets, 12 The ark, and the staves thereof, with the mercy seat, and the vail of the covering, 13 The table, and his staves, and all his vessels, and the shewbread, 14 The candlestick also for the light, and his furniture, and his lamps, with the oil for the light, 15 And the incense altar, and his staves, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the door at the entering in of the tabernacle, 16 The altar of burnt offering, with his brasen grate, his staves, and all his vessels, the laver and his foot, 17 The hangings of the court, his pillars, and their sockets, and the hanging for the door of the court, 70 M^ Aaron's garments. EXODUS, XXXVI, (36.) Goats' hair curtains. 18 The pins of the tabernacle, and the pins of the court, and their cords, 19 The cloths of service, to do service in the holy place, the holy garments for Aaron the priest, aiid the garments of his sons, to minister in the priest's office. 20 And all the congregation of the children of Israel departed from the presence of Moses. 21 And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one wnom his spirit made willing, and they brought the Lord's offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments. 22 And they came, both men and women, as many as were willing hearted, and brought brace- lets, and earrings, and rings, and tablets, all jew- els of gold : and every man that offered offered an offering of gold unto the Lord . 23 And every man, with whom was found blue, and purple, and scarlet, and line linen, and goats' hair, and red skins of rams, and badgers' skins, brought them. 24 Every one that did offer an offering of silver and brass brought the Lord's offering: and every man, with whom was found shittim wood for any work of the service, brought it. 25 And all the women that were wise hearted did spin with their hands, and brought that which the}' had spun, both of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine linen. 26 And all the women whose heart stirred them up in wisdom spun goats' hair. 27 And the rulers brought onyx stones, and stones to be set, for the ephod, and for the breast- plate ; 28 And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. 29 The children of Israel brought a willing of- fering unto the Lord, every man and woman, whose heart made them willing to bring for all manner of work, which the Lord had commanded to be made by the hand of Moses. 30 And Moses said unto the children of Israel, See, the Lord hath called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah; 31 And he hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowl- edge, and in all manner of workmanship; 32 And to devise curious works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, 33 And in the cutting of stones, to set them, and in carving of wood, to make any manner of cun- ning work. 34 And he hath put in his heart that he may teach, both me, and Aholiab, the son of AMsa- mach, of the tribe of Dan„ 35 Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of work, of the engraver, and of the cunning workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any work, and of those that devise cunning work. CHAPTER XXXVI. (36.) 1 The offerings are delivered to the workmen. 5 The liberality of the people is restrained. 8 The curtaiDs of cherubims. 14 The curtains of goats' hair. 19 The covering of skins. 20 The boards with their sockets. 31 The bars. 35 The vail. 37 The hanging for the door. THEN wrought Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whom the Lord put wisdom and understanding to know how to work all manner of work ,for the service of the sanctuary, according to all that the Lord had commanded . 2 And Moses called Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whose heart the Lord had put wisdom, even every one who^e heart stirred him up to come unto the work to do it: 3 And they received of Moses Q 11 the offering, which the children of Israel had brought for the work of the service of the sanctuary, to make it withal. And they brought yet unto him free of- ferings every morning. 4 And all the wise men, that wrought all the work of the sanctuary, came every man from his work which they made; 5 And they spake unto Moses, saying, The peo- ple bring much more than enough for the service of the work, which the Lord commanded to make. 6 And Moses gave commandment, and they caused it to be proclaimed throughout the camp, saying, Let neither man nor woman make any more work for the offering of the sanctuary. So the people were restrained from bringing. 7 For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much. 8 And every wise hearted man among them that wrought the work of the tabernacle made ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubims of cunning work made he them. 9 The length of one curtain was twenty and eight cubits, and the breadth of one curtain four cubits : the curtains were all of one size. 10 And he coupled the five curtains one unto an- other: and the other five curtains he coupled one unto another. 11 And he made loops of blue on the edge of one curtain from the selvedge in the coupling: like- wise he made in the uttermost side of another cur- tain, in the coupling of the second. 12 Fifty loops made he in one curtain, and fifty loops made he in the edge of the curtain which was in the coupling of the second: the loops held one curtain to another. 13 And he made fifty taches of gold, and coupled the curtains one unto another with the taches: so it became one tabernacle. 14 And he made curtains of goats' hair for the tent over the tabernacle: eleven curtains he made them. 15 The length of one curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits was the breadth of one curtain: the eleven curtains were of one size. 16 And he coupled five curtains by themselves, and six curtains by themselves. 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Three bowls like almonds. 17 And he made fifty loops upon the uttermost edge of the curtain in the coupling, and fifty loops made he upon the edge of the curtain which coupleth the second. 18 And he made fifty taches of brass to couple the tent together, that it might be one. 19 And he made a covering for the tent of rams' skins dyed red, and a covering of badgers' skins above that. 20 And he made boards for the tabernacle of shittim wood, standing up. 21 The length of a board was ten cubits, and the breadth of a board one cubit and a half. 22 One board had two tenons, equally distant one from another: thus did he make for all the boards of the tabernacle. 23 And he made boards for the tabernacle; twenty boards for the south side southward: 24 And forty sockets of silver he made undei the twenty boards; two sockets under one board for his two tenons, and two sockets under an- other board for his two tenons. 25 And for the other side of the tabernacle, which is toward the north corner, he made twenty boards, 20 And their forty sockets of silver ; two sockets under one board, and two sockets under another board. 27 And for the sides of the tabernacle west- ward he made six boards. 28 And two boards made he for the corners of the tabernacle in the two sides. 29 And they were coupled beneath, and coupled together at the head thereof, to one ring: thus he did to both of them in both the corners. 30 And there were eight boards; and their sockets were sixteen sockets of silver, under every board two sockets. 31 And he made bars of shittim wood; five for the boards of the one side of the tabernacle, 32 And five bars for the boards of the other side of the tabernacle, and five bars for the boards of the tabernacle for the sides westward. 33 And he made the middle bar to shoot through the boards from the one end to the other. 34 And he overlaid the boards with gold, and made their rings of gold to be places for the bars, and overlaid the bars with gold. 35 And he made a vail of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen: with cherubims made he it of cunning work. 36 And he made thereunto four pillars of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold: their hooks were of gold; and he cast for them four sockets of silver. 37 And he made an hanging for the tabernacle door of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, of needlework; 38 And the five pillars of it with their hooks: and he overlaid their chapiters and their fillets with gold: but their five sockets were of brass. CHAPTER XXXVII. (37.) 1 The ark. 6 The mercy seat with cherubims. 10 The table with his vessels. 17 The candlestick with his lamps and instruments. 25 The altar of incense. 29 The anointing oil and sweet incense. AND Bezaleel ; made the ark of shittim wood: two cubits and a half was the length of it, and a cubit and a half the breadth of it, and a cu- bit and a half the height of it: . 2 And he overlaid it with pure gold within and without, and made a crown of gold to it round about. 3 And he cast for it four rings of gold, to be set by the four corners of it; even two rings upon the one side of it, and two rings upon the other side of it. 4 And he made staves of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold. 5 And he put the staves into the rings by the sides of the ark, to bear the ark. 6 And he made the mercy seat of pure gold : two cubits and a half was the length thereof, and one cubit and a half the breadth thereof. 7 And he made two cherubims of gold, beaten cut of one piece made he them, on the two ends of the mercy seat; 8 One cherub on the end on this side, and an- other cherub on the other end on that side: out of the mercy seat made he the cherubims on the two ends thereof. 9 And the cherubims spread out their wings on high, and covered with their wings over the mercy seat, with their faces one to another; even to the mercy seatward were the faces of the cherubims. 10 And he made the table of shittim wooa: two cubits was the length thereof and a cubit the breadth thereof, and a cubit and a half the height thereof: 11 And he overlaid it with pure gold, and made thereunto a crown of gold round about. 12 Also he made thereunto a border of an hand- breadth round about; and made a crown of gold for the border thereof round about. 13 And he cast for it four rings of gold, and put the rings upon the four corners that were in the four feet thereof. 14 Over against the border were the rings, the places for the staves to bear the table. 15 And he made the staves of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold, to bear the table. 16 And he made the vessels which were upon the table, his dishes, and his spoons, and his bowls, and his covers to cover withal, of pure gold. 17 And he made the candlestick of pure gold: of beaten work made he the candlestick; his shaft, and his branch, his bowls,, his knops, and his flow- ers, were of the same: 18 And six branches going out of the sides thereof; three branches of the candlestick out of the one side thereof, and three branches of the candlestick out of the other side thereof: 19 Three bowls made after the fashion of al- monds in one branch, a knop and a flower; and three bowls made like almonds in another branch, IT The incense altar made. EXODUS, XXXVIII. (38). Sockets are cast of silver. a knop and a flower: so throughout the six branches going out of the candlestick. 20 And in the candlestick were four bowls made like almonds, his knops, and his flowers: 21 And a knop under two branches of the same, and a knop under two branches of the same, and a knop under two branches of the same, according to the six branches going out of it. 22 Their knops and their branches were of the same: all of it was one beaten work of pure gold. 23 And he made his seven lamps, and his snuffers, and his snuffdishes, of pure gold. 24 Of a talent of pure gold made he it, and all the vessels thereof. 25 And he made the incense altar of shittim wood : the length of it was a cubit, and the breadth of it a cubit; it was foursquare; and two cubits was the height of it ; the horns thereof were of the same. 26 And he overlaid it with pure gold, both the top of it, and the sides thereof round about, and the horns of it: also he made unto it a crown of gold round about. 27 And lie made two rings of gold for it under the crown thereof, by the two corners of it, upon the two sides thereof, to be places for the staves to bear it withal. 28 And he made the staves of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold. 29 And he made the holy anointing oil, and the pure incense of sweet spices, according to the work of the apothecary. CHAPTER XXXVIII. (38.) 1 The altar of liurnt offering. 8 The layer of brass. The court. 21 The sum of that the people offered. AKD he made the altar of burnt offering of shittim wood: five cubits was the length thereof, and five cubits the breadth thereof; it was foursquare; and three cubits the height thereof. 2 And he made the horns thereof on the four corners of it; the horns thereof were of the same: and he overlaid it with brass. 3 And he made all the vessels of the altar, the pots, and the shovels, and the basons, and the flesh- hooks, and the firepans: all the vessels thereof made he of brass. 4 And he made for the altar a brasen grate of network under the compass thereof beneath unto the midst of it. 5 And he cast four rings for the four ends of the grate of brass, to be places for the staves. 6 And he made the staves of shittim wood, and overlaid them with brass. 7 And he put the staves into the rings on the sides of the altar, to bear it withal ; he made the altar hollow with boards. 8 And he made the laver of brass, and the foot, of it of brass, of the lookingglasses of the women assembling, which assembled at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. 9 And he made the court: on the south side southward the hangings of the court were of fine twined linen, an hundred cubits: 1U Their pillars were twenty, and their brasen sockets twenty; the hooks of tne pillars ana their Uilets were oi silver. 11 And for the north side the hangings were an hundred cubits, their pillars were twenty, and their sockets of brass twenty ; the hooks of tne pil- lars and their fillets of silver. 12 And for the west side were hangings of fifty cubits, their pillars ten, and their sockets ten ; the hooks of the pillars and their fillets of siivei.. 13 And for the east side eastward fifty cubits. 14 The hangings of the one side of the gate were fifteen cubits; their pillars three, and tneir sockets three. 15 And for the other side of the court gate, on this hand and that hand, were hangings of fifteen cubits ; their pillars three, and their sockets three. 10 All the hangings of the court round about were of fine twined linen. 17 And the sockets for the pillars were of brass; the hooks of the pillars and their fillets of silver; and the overlaying of their chapiters of silver; and all the pillars of the court were filleted with silver. 18 And the hanging for the gate of the court was needlework, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen: and twenty cubits was the length, and the height in the breadth was five cu- bits, answerable to the hangings of the court, 19 And their pillars were four, and their sock- ets of brass four; their hooks of silver, and the overlaying of their chapiters and their fillets of silver. 20 And all the pins of the tabernacle, and of the court round about, were of brass. 21 This is the sum of the tabernacle, even of the tabernacle of testimony, as it was counted, accord- ing to the commandment of Moses, for the service of the Levites, by the hand of Ithamar, son of Aaron the priest. 22 And Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made all that the Lord com- manded Moses. 23 And with him was Aholiab, son of Ahisa- mach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a cun- ning workman, and an embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and fine linen. 24 All the gold that was occupied for the work in all the work of the holy place, even the gold of the offering, was twenty and nine talents, and seven hundred and thirty shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary. 25 And the silver of them that were numbered of the congregation was an hundred talents, and a thousand seven hundred and threescore and fifteen shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary. 20 A bekah for every man, that is, half a shekel, after the shekel of the sanctuary, for every one that went to be numbered, from twenty years old and upward, for six hundred thousand and three thousand and five hundred and fifty men. 27 And of the hundred talents of silver were cast the sockets of the sanctuary, and the sockets of the vail; an hundred sockets of the hundred talents, a talent for a socket. 73 Cloths of service EXODUS, XXXIX. (39). Tabernacle is finished. 28 And of the thousand seven hundred seventy and five shekels he made hooks for the pillars, and overlaid their chapiters, and filleted them. 29 And the brass of the offering was seventy talents, and two thousand and four hundred shekels. 30 And therewith he made the sockets to the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and the brasen altar, and the brasen grate fcr it, and all the vessels of the altar, 31 And the sockets of the court round about, and the sockets of the court gate, and all the pins of the tabernacle, and all the pins of the court round about CHAPTER XXXIX. (39.) 1 The cloths of service and holy garments. 2 The ephod. 8 The breastplate. 22 The robe of the ephod. 2Y The coats, mitre, and girdle of the fine linen. 30 The plate of the holy crown. 32 All is viewed and approved by Moses. AND of the blue, and purple, and scarlet, they made cloths of service, to do service in the holy place, and made the holy garments for Aaron; as the Lord commanded Moses. 2 And he made the ephod of gold, blue, and pur- ple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen. 3 And they did beat the gold into thin plates, and cut it into wires, to work it in the blue, and in the purple, and in the scarlet, and in the fine linen, with cunning work. 4 They made shoulderpieces for it, to couple it together: by the two edges was it coupled to- gether. 5 And the curious girdle of his ephod, that was upon it, was of the same, according to the work thereof; of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen; as the Lord commanded Moses. 6 And they wrought onyx stones inclosed in ouches of gold, graven, as signets are graven, with the names of the children of Israel. 7 And he put them on the shoulders of the ephod, that they should be stones for a memorial to the children of Israel ; as the Lord commanded Moses. 8 And he made the breastplate of cunning work, like the work of the ephod; of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen. 9 It was foursquare ; they made the breastplate double: a span was the length thereof, and a span the breadth thereof, being doubled. 10 And they set in it four rows of stones: the first row was a sardius, a topaz, and a carbuncle: this was the first row. 11 And the second row, an emerald, a sapphire, and a diamond. 12 And the third row, a ligure, an agate, and an amethyst, 13 And the fourth row, a beryl, an onyx, and a jasper: they were inclosed in ouches of gold in their inclosings. 14 And the stones Were according to the names of the children of Israel, twelve, according to their names, like the engravings of a signet, every one with his name, according to the twelve tribes. 15 And they made upon the breastplate chains at the ends, of wreathen work of pure gold. 16 And they made two ouches of gold, and two gold rings; and put the two rings in the two ends of the breastplate. 17 And they put the two wreathen chains of gold in the two rings on the ends of the breast- plate. 18 And the two ends of the two wreathen chains they fastened in the two ouches, and put them on, the shoulderpieces of the ephod, before it. 19 And they made two rings of gold, and put them on the two ends of the breastplate, upon the border of it, which was on the side of the ephod in- ward. 20 And they made two other golden rings,, and put them on the two sides of the ephod under- neath, toward the forepart of it, over against the other coupling thereof, above the curious girdle of the ephod. 21 And they did bind the breastplate by his rings unto the rings of the ephod with a lace of blue, that it might be above the curious girdle of the ephod, and that the- breastplate might not be loosed from the ephod; as the Lord commanded Moses. 22 And he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue. 23 And there was an hole in the midst of the robe, as the hole of an habergeon, with a band round about the hole, that it should not rend. 24 And they made upon the hems of the robe pomegranates of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and twined linen. 25 And they made bells of pure gold, and put the bells between the pomegranates upon the hem of the robe, round about between the pomegran- ates; 26 A bell and a pomegranate, a bell and a pome- granate, round about the hem of the robe to min- ister in; as the Lord commanded Moses. 27 And they made coats of fine linen of woven work for Aaron, and for his sons, 28 And a mitre of fine linen, and goodly bonnets of fine linen, and linen breeches of fine twined linen, 29 And a girdle of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, of needlework; as the Lord commanded Moses. 30 And they made the plate of the holy crown of pure gold, and wrote upon it a writing, like to the engravings of a signet, HOLINESS TO THE LORD. 31 And they tied unto it a lace of blue, to fasten it on high upon the mitre; as the Lord com- manded Moses. 32 Thus was all the work of the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation finished : and the chil- dren of Israel did according to all that the Lord commanded Moses, so did they. 33 And they brought the tabernacle unto Mo- ses, the tent, and all his furniture, his taches, his boards, his bars, and his pillars,, and his sockets, 34 And the covering of rams' skins dyed red, 74 _ Ark of testimony finished. EXODUS, XL. (40). Arrangement of the Tabernacle. and the covering of badgers' skins, and the vail of the covering, 35 The ark of the testimony, and the staves thereof, and the mercy seat, 36 The table, and all the vessels thereof, and the shewbread, 37 The pure candlestick, with the lamps there- of, even with the lamps to be set in order, and all the vessels thereof, and the oil for light, 38 And the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the tabernacle door, 39 The brasen altar, and his grate of brass, his staves, and all his vessels, the laver and his foot, 40 The hangings of the court, his pillars, and his sockets, and the hanging for the court gate, his cords, and his pins, and all the vessels of the ser- vice of the tabernacle, for the tent of the congre- gation, 41 The cloths of service to do service in the holy place, and the holy garments for Aaron the priest, and his sons' garments, to minister in the priest's office. 42 According to all that the Lord commanded Moses, so the children of Israel made all the work. 43 And Moses did look upon all the work, and, behold, they had done it as the Lord had com- manded, even so had they done it: and Moses blessed them. CHAPTER XL. (40.) 1 The tabernacle is commanded to be reared, 9 and an- ointed. 13 Aaron and bis sons to be sanctified. l(j Moses performetb all things accordingly. 34 A cloud covereth the tabernacle. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 On the first day of the first month shalt thou set up the tabernacle of the tent of the con- gregation. 3 And thou shalt put therein the ark of testi- mony, and cover the ark with the vail. 4 And thou shalt bring in the table, and set in order the things that are to be set in order upon it; and thou shalt bring in the candlestick, and light the lamps thereof. 5 And thou shalt set the altar of gold for the incense before the ark of the testimony, and put the hanging of the door to the tabernacle. 6 And thou shalt set the altar of the burnt of- fering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation. 7 And thou shalt set the laver between the tent of the congregation and the altar, and shalt put water therein. 8 And thou shalt set up the court round about, and hang up the hanging at the court gate. 9 And thou shalt take the anointing oil, and anoint the tabernacle, and all that is therein, and shalt hallow it, and all the vessels thereof: and it shall be holy. 10 And thou shalt anoint the altar of the burnt offering, and all his vessels, and sanctify the altar: and it shall be an altar most holy. 11 And thou shalt anoint the laver and his foot, and sanctify it. 12 And thou shalt bring Aaron and his sons un- to the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and wash them with water. 13 And thou shalt put upon Aaron the holy gar- ments, and anoint him, and sanctify him; that he may minister unto me in the jpriest's office. 14 And thou shalt bring his sons, and clothe them with coats: 15 And thou shalt anoint them, as thou didst anoint their father, that they may minister unto me in the priest's office: for their anointing shall surely be an everlasting priesthood throughout their generations. 16 Thus did Moses: according to all that the Lord commanded him, so did he. 17 And it came to pass in the first month in the second year, on the first day of the month, that the tabernacle was reared up. 18 And Moses reared up the tabernacle, and fastened his sockets, and set up the boards there- of, and put in the bars thereof, and reared up his pillars. 19 And he spread abroad the tent over the tabernacle, and put the covering of the tent above upon it; as the Lord commanded Moses. 20 And he took and put the testimony into the ark, and set the staves on the ark, and .put the mercy seat above upon the ark: 21 And he brought the ark into the tabernacle, and set up the vail of the covering, and covered the ark of the testimony; as the Lord commanded Moses. 22 And he put the table in the tent of the con- gregation, upon the side of the tabernacle north- ward, without the vail. 23 And he set the bread in order upon it before the Lord; as the Lord had commanded Moses. 24 And he put the candlestick in the tent of the congregation, over against the table, on the side of the tabernacle southward. 25 And he lighted the lamps before the Lord ; as the Lord commanded Moses. 26 And he put the golden altar in the tent of the congregation before the vail: 27 And he burnt sweet incense thereon; as the Lord commanded Moses. 28 And he set up the hanging at the door of the tabernacle. 29 And he put the altar of burnt offering by the door of the tabernacle of the tent of the con- gregation, and offered upon it the burnt offering and the meat offering; as the Lord commanded Moses. 30 And he set the laver between the tent of the congregation and the altar, and put water there, to wash withal. 31 And Moses and Aaron and his sons washed their hands and their feet thereat: 32 When they went into the tent of the congre- gation, and when they came near unto the altar, they washed; as the Lord commanded Moses. 33 And he reared up the court round about the tabernacle and the altar, and set up the hanging of the court gate. 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The burnt offerings. 34 Thlen a cloud covered the tent of the congre- gation, and the glory of the Lord filled the taber- nacle. 35 And Moses was not able to enter into the tent of the congregation, because the cloud abode thereon, and the glory of the Lord filled the taber- nacle. 36 And when the cloud was taken up from over the tabernacle, the children of Israel went onvvard in all their journeys: 37 But if the cloud were not taken up, then they journeyed not till the day that it was taken up. 38 For the cloud of the Lord was upon the tabernacle by day, and fire was on it by night, in the sight of all the house of Israel, throughout all their journeys. THE THIRD BOOK OF MOSES CALLED LEVITICUS. CHAPTER I. (1.) 1 The burnt offerings. 3 Of the herd, 10 of the flocks, 14 of the fowls. AND the Lord called unto Moses, and spake unto him out of the tabernacle of the con- gregation, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, If any man of you bring an offering unto the Lord, ye shall bring your offering of the cattle, even of the herd, and of the flock. 3 If his offering be a burnt sacrifice of the herd, let him offer a male without blemish: he shall of- fer it of his own voluntary will at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation before the Lord. 4 And he shall put his hand upon the head of the burnt offering; and it shall be accepted for him to make atonement for him. 5 And he shall kill the bullock before the Lord : and the priests, Aaron's sons, shall bring the blood, and sprinkle the blood round about upon the altar that is by the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. 6 And he shall flay the burnt offering, and cut it into his pieces. 7 And the sons of Aaron the priest shall put fire upon the altar, and lay the wood in order upon the fire : 8 And the priests, Aaron's sons, shall lay the parts, the head, and the fat, in order upon the wood that is on the fire which is upon the altar: 9 But his inwards and his legs shall he wash in water: and the priest shall burn all on the altar, to be a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord. 10 And if his offering be of the flocks, namely, of the sheep, or of the goats, for a burnt sacrifice; he shall bring it a male without blemish. 11 And he shall kill it on the side of the altar northward before the Lord: and the priests, Aaron's sons, shall sprinkle his blood round about upon the altar. 12 And he shall cut it into his pieces, with his head and his fat: and the priest shall lay them in order on the wood that is on the fire .which is upon the altar: 13 But he shall wash the inwards and the legs with water: and the priest shall bring it all, and burn it upon the altar: it is a burnt sacrifice, and offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord. 14 And if the burnt sacrifice for his offering to the Lord be of fowls, then he shall bring his offer- ing of turtledoves^ or of young pigeons. 15 And the priest shall bring it unto the altar, and wring off his head, and burn it on the altar; and the blood thereof shall be wrung out at the side of the altar: 16 And he shall pluck away his crop with his feathers, and cast it beside the altar on the east part, by the place of the ashes: 17 And he shall cleave it with the wings there- of, but shall not divide it asunder: and the priest shall burn it upon the altar, upon the wood that is upon the fire: it is a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord. CHAPTER II. (2.) 1 The meat offering of flour with oil and incense, 4 either baken in the oven, 5 or on a plate, 7 or in a fry- ingpan, 12 or of the firstfruits in the ear. 13 The salt of the meat offering. AND when any will offer a meat offering unto the Lord, his offering shall be of fine flour ; and he shall pour oil upon it, and put frankin- cense thereon: 2 And he shall bring it to Aaron's sons the priests : and he shall take thereout his handful of the flour thereof, and of the oil thereof, with all the frankincense thereof; and the priest shall burn the memorial of it upon the altar, to be an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord : 3 And the remnant of the meat offering shall 76 ssvs erg ■4 >s P u cS.2 h- H 71 O B £ 3 Iff? - b. ^ s-; (d o * a c 00 P . *) , cr >i 2 O r+ — CO . •" •ji> O as n- >•: 5? a 9 p g. I "2. i! b < S B P 3- 50 ~ oo^ •-h B b H g» P5 & c» Sb£ o &g td w o U fa _. 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Offerings for the priests. be Aaron's and his sons' ; it is a thing most holy of the offerings of the Lord made by hre. 4 And if thou bring an oblation of a meat offer- ing baken in the oven, it shall be unleavened cakes of fine hour mingled with oil, or unleavened wafers anointed with oil. 5 And if thy oblation be a meat offering baken in a pan, it shall be of fine flour unleavened, mingled with oil. 6 Thou shalt part it in pieces, and pour oil thereon: it is a meat offering. 7 And if thy oblation be a meat offering baken in the fryingpan, it shall be made of fine flour with oil. 8 And thou shalt bring the meat offering that is made of these things unto the Lord : and when it is presented unto the priest, he shall bring it unto the altar. 9 And the priest shall take from the meat of- fering a memorial thereof, and shall burn it upon the altar: it is an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord. 10 And that which is left of the meat offering shall be Aaron's and his sons' : it is a thing most holy of the offerings of the Lord made by fire. 11 No meat offering, which ye shall bring unto the Lord, shall be made with leaven: for ye shall burn no leaven, nor any honey, in any offering of the Lord made by fire. 12 As for the oblation of the flrstf ruits, ye shall offer them unto the Lord: but they shall not be burnt on the altar for a sweet savour. 13 And every oblation of thy meat offering shalt thou season with salt; neither shalt thou suffer the salt of the covenant of thy God to be lacking from thy meat offering: with all thine of- ferings thou shalt offer salt. 14 And if thou offer a meat offering of thy first- fruits unto the Lord, thou shalt offer for the meat offering of thy firstfruits green ears of corn dried by the fire, even corn beaten out of full ears. 15 And thou shalt put oil upon it, and lay frankincense thereon: it is a meat offering. 16 And the priest shall burn the memorial of it, part of the beaten corn thereof, and part of the oil thereof, with all the frankincense thereof: it is an offering made by fire unto the Lord. CHAPTER m. (3.) 1 The peace offering of the herd, 6 of the flock, 7 either a lamb or a goat. A ND if his oblation be a sacrifice of peace of- .^V. fering, if he offer it of the herd; whether it be a male or female, he shall offer it without blem- ish before the Lord. 2 And he shall lay his hand upon the head of his offering, and kill it at the door of the taber- nacle of the congregation: and Aaron's sons the priests shall sprinkle the blood upon the altar round about. 3 And he shall offer of the sacrifice of the peace offering an offering made by fire unto the Lord : the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards, 4 And the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away. 5 And Aaron's sons shall burn it on the altar upon the burnt sacrifice, which is upon the wood tnat is on the fire : it is an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord. 6 And if his offering for a sacrifice of peace offering unto the Lord be of the flock; male or fe- male, he shall offer it without blemish. 7 If he offer a lamb for his offering, then shall he offer it before the Lord. 8 And he shall lay his hand upon the head of his offering, and kill it before the tabernacle of the congregation : and Aaron's sons shall sprinkle the blood thereof round about upon the altar. 9 And he shall offer of the sacrifice of the peace offering an offering made by fire unto the Lord; the fat thereof, and the whole rump, it shall he take off hard by the backbone; and the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards, 10 And the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away. 11 And the priest shall burn it upon the altar: it is the food of the offering made by Are unto the Lord. 32 And if his offering be a goat, then he shall offer it before the Lord. 13 And he shall lay his hand upon the head of it, and kill it before the tabernacle of the congre- gation : and the sons of Aaron shall sprinkle the blood thereof upon the altar round about. 14 And he shall offer thereof his offering, even an offering made by fire unto the Lord; the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards, 15 And the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away. 1G And the priest shall burn them upon the altar: it is the food of the offering made by fire for a sweet savour: all the fat is the Lord's. 17 It shall be a perpetual statute for your gen- erations throughout all your dwellings, that ye eat neither fat nor blood. CHAPTER IV. (4.) 1 The sin offering of ignorance, 3 for the priest, 13 for the congregation, 22 for the ruler, 27 for any of the people. A ND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, _x^L. 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, If a soul shall sin through ignorance against any of the commandments of the Lord concerning things which ought not to be done, and shall do against any of them: 3 If the priest that is anointed do sin according to the sin of the people; then let him bring for his sin, which he hath sinned, a young bullock without blemish unto the Lord for a sin offering. Offerings for the congregation. LEVITICUS, IV. (4). For the ruler and any of the people. 4 And he shall bring the bullock unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation before the Lord; and shall lay his hand upon the bullock's head, and kill the bullock before the Lord. 5 And the priest that is anointed shall take of the bullock's blood, and bring it to the tabernacle of the congregation: 6 And the priest shall dip his finger in the blood, and sprinkle of the blood seven times be- fore the Lord, before, the vail of the sanctuary. 7 And the priest shall put some of the blood upon the horns of the altar of sweet incense be- fore the Lord, which is in the tabernacle of the congregation ; and shall pour all the blood of the bullock at the bottom of the altar of the burnt offering, which is at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. 8 And he shall take off from it all the fat of the bullock for the sin offering ; the fat that cov- ereth the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards, 9 And the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away, 10 As it was taken off from the bullock of the sacrifice of peace offerings: and the priest shall burn them upon the altar of the burnt offering. 11 And the skin of the bullock, and all his flesh, with his head, and with his legs, and his in- wards, and his dung, 12 Even the whole bullock shall he carry forth without the camp unto a clean place, where the ashes are poured out, and burn him on the wood with fire: where the ashes are poured out shall he be burnt. 13 And if the whole congregation of Israel sin through ignorance, and the thing be hid from the eyes of the assembly, and they have done some- what against any of the commandments of the Lord concerning things which should not be done, and are guilty; 14 When the sin, which they have sinned against it, is known, then the congregation shall offer a young bullock for, the sin, and bring him before the tabernacle of the congregation. 15 And the elders of the congregation shall lay their hands upon the head, of the bullock before the Lord: and the bullock shall be killed before the Lord. 16 And the priest that is anointed shall bring of the bullock's blood to the tabernacle of the congregation : 17 And the priest shall dip his finger in some of the blood, and sprinkle it seven times before the Lord, even. before the vail. 18 And he shall put some of the blood upon the horns of the altar which is before the Lord, that is in the tabernacle of the congregation, and shall pour out all the blood at the bottom of the altar of the burnt offering, which is at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. 19 And he shall take all his fat from him, and burn it upon the altar. 20 And he shall do with the bullock as he did with the bullock for a sin offering, so shall he do with this: and the priest shall make an atone- ment for them, and it shall be forgiven them. 21 And he shall carry forth the bullock with- out the camp, and burn him as he burned the first bullock: it is a sin offering for the congregation. 22 When a ruler hath sinned, and done some- what through ignorance against any of the com- mandments of the Lord his God concerning things which should not be done, and is guilty; 23 Or if his sin, wherein he hath sinned, come to his knowledge; he shall bring his offering, a kid of the goats, a male without blemish: 24 And he shall lay his hand upon the head of the goat, and kill it in the place where they kill the burnt offering before the Lord : it is a sin of- fering. 25 And the priest shall take of the blood of the sin offering with his finger, and put it upon the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and shall pour out his blood at the bottom of the altar of burnt offering. 2G And he shall burn all his fat upon the altar, as the fat of the sacrifice of peace offerings : and the priest shall make an atonement for him as concerning his sin, and it shall be forgiven him. 27 And if any, one of the common people sin through ignorance, while he doeth somewhat against any of the commandments of the Lord concerning things which ought not to be done, and be guilty; 28 Or if his sin, which he hath sinned, come to his knowledge: then he shall bring his offering, a kid of the goats, a female without blemish, for his sin which he hath sinned. 29 And he shall lay his hand upon the head of the sin offering, and slay the sin offering in the place of the burnt offering. 30 And the priest shall take of the blood there- of with his finger, and put it upon the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and shall pour out all the blood thereof at the bottom of the altar. 31 And he shall take away all the fat thereof, as the fat is taken away from off the sacrifice of peace offerings; and the priest shall burn it upon the altar for a sweet savour unto the Lord ; and the priest shall make an atonement for him, and it shall be forgiven him. 32 And if he bring a lamb for a sin offering, he shall bring it a female without blemish. 33 And he shall lay his hand upon the head of the sin offering, and slay it, for a sin offering in the place where they kill the burnt offering. . 34 And the priest shall take of the blood of the sin offering with his finger, and put it upon the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and shall pour out all the blood thereof at the bottom of the altar: 35 And he shall take away all the fat. thereof, as the fat of the lamb is taken away from the sacrifice of the peace offering; and the priest shall burn them upon the altar, according to the offer- ings made by fire unto the Lord: and the priest shall make an atonement for his sin that he hath committed, and it shall be forgiven him. 78 He that sinneth. LEVITICUS, V, (5.) Law of burnt offering. CHAPTER V. (5.) 1 He that sinneth in concealing his knowledge, 2 in touching an unclean thing, 4 or in making an oath. U His trespass offering, of the nock, 7 of fowls, 11 or of flour. 14 The trespass offering in sacrilege, 17 and in sins of ignorance. # AND if a soul sin, and hear the voice of swear- ing, and is a witness, whether he hath seen or known of it; if he do not utter it, then he shall bear his iniquity. 2 Or if a soul touch any unclean thing, whether it be a carcase of an unclean beast, or a carcase of unclean cattle, or the carcase of unclean creeping things, and if it be hidden from him; he also shall be unclean, and guilty. 3 Or if he touch the uncleanness of man, what- soever uncleanness it be that a man shall be de- filed withal, and it be hid from him; when he knoweth of it, then he shall be guilty. 4 Or if a soul swear, pronouncing with his lips to do evil, or to do good, whatsoever it be that a man shall pronounce with an oath, and it be hid from him; when he knoweth of it, then he shall be guilty in one of these. 5 And it shall be, when he shall be guilty In one of these things, that he shall confess that he hath sinned in that thing: 6 And he shall bring his trespass offering unto the Lord for his sin which he hath sinned, a fe- male from the flock, a lamb or a kid of the goats, for a sin offering; and the priest shall make an atonement for him concerning his sin. 7 And if he be not able to bring a lamb, then he shall bring for his trespass, which he hath committed, two turtledoves, or two young pigeons, unto the Lord; one for a sin offering, and the other for a burnt offering. 8 And he shall bring them unto the priest, who shall offer that which is for the sin offering first, and wring off his head from his neck, but shall not divide it asunder: 9 And he shall sprinkle of the blood of the sin offering upon the side of the altar; and the rest of the blood shall be wrung out at the bottom of the altar : it is a sin offering. 10 And he shall offer the second for a burnt offering, according to the manner: and the priest shall make an atonement for him for his sin which he hath sinned, and it shall be forgiven him. 11 But if he be not able to bring two turtle- doves, or two young pigeons, then he that sinned shall bring for his offerine the tenth part of an ephah of fine flour for a sin offering; he shall put no oil upon it, neither shall he put any frankin- cense thereon : for it is a sin offering. 12 Then shall he/bring it to the priest, and the priest shall take his handful of it, even a me- morial thereof, and burn it on the altar, according to the offerings made by fire unto the Lord: it is a sin offering. 13 And the priest shall make an atonement for him as touching his sin that he hath sinned in one of these, and it shall be forgiven him: and the remnant shall be the priest's, as a meat offering. 14 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 15 If a soul commit a trespass, and sin through ignorance, in the holy things of the Lord; then he shall bring for his trespass unto the Lord a ram without blemish out of the flocks, with thy estima- tion by shekels of silver, after the shekel of the sanctuary, for a trespass offering: 16 And he shall make amends for the harm that he hath done in the holy thing, and shall add the fifth part thereto, and give it unto the priest: and the priest shall make an atonement for him with the ram of the trespass offering, and it shall be forgiven him. 17 And if a soul sin, and commit any of these things which are forbidden to be done by the commandments of the Lord ; though he wist it not, yet is he guilty, and shall bear his iniquity. 18 And he shall bring a ram without blemish out of the flock, with thy estimation, for a tres- pass offering, unto the priest: and the priest shall make an atonement for him concerning his ignor ance wherein he erred and wist it not, and it shall be forgiven him. 19 It is a trespass offering: he hath certainly trespassed against the Lord. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The trespass offering for sins done wittingly. 8 The law of the burnt offering, 14 and of the meat offering. 19 The offering at the consecration of a priest. 24 The law of the sin offering. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 If a soul sin, and commit a trespass against the Lord, and lie unto his neighbour in that which was delivered him to keep, or in fel- lowship, or in a thing taken away by violence, or hath deceived his neighbour; 3 Or have found that which was lost, and lieth concerning it, and sweareth falsely; in any of all these that a man doeth, sinning therein: 4 Then it shall be, because he hath sinned, and is guilty, that he shall restore that which he took violently away, or the thing which he hath deceit- fully gotten, or that which was delivered him to keep, or the lost thing which he found, 5 Or all that about which he hath sworn false- ly; he shall even restore it in the principal, and shall add the fifth part more thereto, and give it unto him to whom it appertaineth, in the day of his trespass offering. 6 And he shall bring his trespass offering unto the Lord, a ram without blemish out of the flock, with thy estimation, for a trespass offering, unto the priest: 7 And the priest shall make an atonement for him before the Lord : and it shall be forgiven him for any thing of all that he hath done in trespass- ing therein. 8 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 9 Command Aaron and his sons, saying, This Is the law of the burnt offering: It is the burnt offer- ing, because of the burning upon the altar all night unto the morning, and the fire of the altar shall be burning in it, 10 And the priest shall put on his linen gar- 79 THE OBELISK OF HELIOPOLIS. (Lev. 6,1) The Obelisk at Heliopolis stands amid the ruins of the ancient city On. Here Moses received the most classical education possible in those days, for in the city of Heliopolis stood the greatest university of ancient times. This obelisk was erected by Usertsen I., about 2,400 years before Christ. It is built of red rose granite and is sixty-two feet and four inches above the ground, and stood in front of the temple of the Sun. It is about six miles from Cairo and is reached by a level and beautiful road. The meat offering. LEVITICUS, VII. (7). Trespass and peace offerings. ment, and his linen breeches shall he put upon his flesh, and take up the ashes which the lire hath consumed with the burnt offering on the al- tar, and he shall put them beside the altar. 11 And he shall put off his garments, , and put on other garments, and carry forth the ashes without the camp unto a clean place. 12 And the fire upon the altar shall be burn- ing in it; it shall not be put out: and the priest shall burn wood on it every morning, and lay the burnt offering in order upon it; and he shall burn thereon the fat of the peace offerings. 13 The fire shall ever be burning upon the al- tar ; it shall never go out. 14 And this is the law of the meat offering: the sons of Aaron shall offer it before the Lord, before the altar. 15 And he shall take of it his .handful, of the flour of the meat offering, and of the oil thereof, and all the frankincense which is tipon the meat offering, and shall burn it upon the altar for a sweefc savour, even the memorial of it, unto the Lord. 16 And the remainder thereof shall Aaron and his sons eat: with unleavened bread shall it be eaten in the holy place; in the court of the taber- nacle of the congregation they shall eat it. 17 It shall not be baken with leaven. I have given it unto them for their portion of my offer- ings made by fire; it is most holy, as is the sin offering, and as the trespass offering. 18 All the males among the children of Aaron shall eat of it. It shall be a statute for ever in your generations concerning the offerings of the Lord made by fire : every one that toucheth them shall be holy. 19 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 20 This is the offering of Aaron and of his sons, which they shall offer unto the Lord in the day when he is anointed; the tenth part of an ephah of fine flour for a meat offering perpetual, half of it in the morning, and half thereof at night. 21 In a pan it shall be made with oil ; and when it is baken, thou shalt bring it in : and the baken pieces of the meat offering shalt thou offer for a sweet savour unto the Lord. 22 And the priest of his sons that is anointed in his stead shall offer it : it is a statute for ever unto the Lord ; it shall be wholly burnt. 23 For every meat offering for the priest shall be wholly burnt: it shall not be eaten. 24 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 25 Speak unto Aaron and to his sons, saying, This is the law of the sin offering: In the place where the burnt offering is killed shall the sin offering be killed before the Lord : it is most holy. 26 The priest tbat offereth it for sin shall eat it: in the holy place shall it be eaten, in the court of the tabernacle of the congregation. 27 Whatsoever shall touch the flesh .thereof shall be holy: and when there is sprinkled of the blood thereof upon any garment, thou shalt wash that whereon it was sprinkled in the holy place. 28 But the earthen vessel wherein it is sodden shall be broken : and if it be sodden in a brasen pot, it shall be both scoured, and rinsed in water. 29 All the males among the pritsts shall eat thereof: it is most holy. 30 And no sin offering, whereof any of the blood is brought into the tabernacle of the congre- gation to reconcile withal in the holy place, shall be eaten: it shall be burnt in the fire. CHAPTER VII. (7.) 1 The law of the trespass offering, 11 and of the peace offerings, 12 whether it be for a thanksgiving, 16 or a vow, or a freewill offering. 22 The fat, 26 and the blood, are forbidden. 28 The priests' portion in the peace offerings. T 1KEWISE this is the law of the trespass of- J-i fering: it is most holy. 2 In the place where they kill the burnt offer- ing shall they kill the trespass offering: and the blood thereof shall he sprinkle round about upon the altar. 3 And he shall offer of it all the fat thereof; 1 he rump, and the fat that covereth the inwards, 4' And the two kidneys, and the fat that is on • them, which is by the flanks, and the caul that is above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take | away: 5 And the priest shall burn them upon the al- tar for an offering made by fire unto the Lord: it is a trespass offering. 6 Every male among the priests shall eat there- of: it shall be eaten in the holy place: it is most holy. 7 As the sin offering is, so is the trespass offer- ing: there is one law for them: the priest that maketh atonement therewith shall have it. 8 And the priest that offereth any man's burnt offering, even the priest shall have to himself the skin of the burnt offering which he hath offered. 9 And all the meat offering that is baken in the oven, and all that is dressed in the f ryingpan, and in the pan, shall be the priest's that offer- eth it. 10 And every meat offering, mingled with oil, and dry, shall all the sons of Aaron have, one as much as another. 11 And this is the law of the sacrifice of peace offerings, which he shall offer unto the Lord. 12 If he offer it for a thanksgiving, then he shall offer with the sacrifice of thanksgiving un- leavened cakes mingled with oil, and unleavened wafers anointed with oil, and cakes mingled with oil, of fine flour, fried. 13 Besides the cakes, he shall offer for his of- fering leavened bread with the sacrifice of thanks- giving of his peace offerings. 14 And of it he shall offer one out of the whole oblation for an heave offering unto the Lord, and it shall be the priest's that sprinkleth the blood of the peace offerings. 15 And the flesh of the sacrifice of his peace of- ferings, for thanksgiving shall be eaten the same day that it is offered ; he shall not leave any of it until the morning. 16 But if the sacrifice of his offering be a vow, 8d Sacrificed beasts not to be eaten. LEVITICUS, YIIL (8). Aaron and his sons consecrated. or a voluntary offering, it shall be eaten the same day that he offereth his sacrifice: and on the mor- row also the remainder of it shall be eaten: 17 But the remainder of the flesh of the sacri- fice on the third day shall be burnt with fire. 18 And if any of the flesh of the sacrifice of his peace offerings be eaten at all on the third day, it shall not be accepted, neither shall it be imputed unto him that offereth it : it shall be an abomina- tion, and the soul that eateth of it shall bear his iniquity. 19 And the flesh that toucheth any unclean thing shall not be eaten; it shall be burnt with fire: and as for the flesh, all that be clean shall eat thereof. 20 But the soul that eateth of the flesh of the sacrifice of peace offerings, that pertain unto the Lord, having his uncleanness upon him, even that soul shall be cut off from his people. 21 Moreover the soul that shall touch any un- clean thing, as the uncleanness of man, or any un- clean beast, or any abominable unclean thing, and eat of the flesh of the sacrifice of peace offerings, which pertain unto the Lord, even that soul shall be cut off from his people. 22 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 23 Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, Ye shall eat no manner of fat, of ox, or of sheep, or of goat. 24 And the fat of the beast that dieth of itself, and the fat of that which is torn with beasts, may be used in any other use: but ye shall in no wise eat of it. 25 For whosoever eateth the fat of the beast, of which men offer an offering made by fire unto the Lord, even the soul that eateth it shall be cut off from his people. 26 Moreover ye shall eat no manner of blood, whether it be of fowl or of beast, in any of your dwellings. 27 Whatsoever soul it be that eateth any man- ner of blood 3 even that soul shall be cut off from his people. 28 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 29 Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, He that offereth the sacrifice of his peace offer- fering unto the Lord shall bring his oblation un- to the Lord of the sacrifice of his peace offerings. 30 His own hands shall bring the offerings of the Lord made by fire, the fat with the breast, it shall he bring, that the breast may be waved for a wave offering before the Lord. 31 And the priest shall burn the fat upon the altar: but the breast shall be Aaron's and his sons'. 32 And the right shoulder shall ye give unto the priest for an heave offering of the sacrifices of your peace offerings. 33 He among the sons of Aaron, that offereth the blood of the peace offerings, and the fat, shall have the right shoulder for his part. 34 For the wave breast and the heave shoulder have I taken of the children of Israel from off the sacrifices of their peace offerings, and have given them unto Aaron the priest and unto his sons by a statute for ever from among the children of Israel. 35 This is the portion of the anointing of Aaron, and of the anointing of his sons, out of the offerings of the Lord made by fire, in the day when he presented them to minister unto the Lord in the priest's office; 36 Which the Lord commanded to be given them of the children of Israel, in the day that he anointed them, by a statute for ever throughout their generations. 37 This is the law of the burnt offering, of the meat offering, and of the sin offering, and of the trespass offering, and of the consecrations, and of the sacrifice of the peace offerings; 38 Which the Lord commanded Moses in mount Sinai, in the day that he commanded the children of Israel to offer their oblations unto the Lord, in the wilderness of Sinai. CHAPTER VITL (8.) 1 Moses conseerateth Aaron and his sons. 14 Their sin offering. 18 Their burnt offering. 22 The ram of con- secrations. 31 The place and time of their consecra- tion. A2sD the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Take Aaron and his sons with him, and the garments, and the anointing oil, and a bullock for the sin offering, and two rams, and a basket of unleavened bread; 3 And gather thou all the congregation to- gether unto the door of the tabernacle of the con- gregation. 4 And Moses did as the Lord commanded him ; and the assembly was gathered together unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. 5 And Moses said unto the congregation, This is the thing which the Lord commanded to be done. 6 And Moses brought Aaron and his sons, and washed them with water. 7 And he put upon him the coat, and girded him with the girdle, and clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod upon him, and he girded him with the curious girdle of the ephod, and bound it unto him therewith. 8 And he put the breastplate upon him : also he put in the breastplate the Urim and the Thum- mim. 9 And he put the mitre upon his head; also upon the mitre, even upon his forefront, did he put the golden plate, the holy crown; as the Lord commanded Moses. 10 And Moses took the anointing oil, and an- ointed the tabernacle and all that was therein, and sanctified them. 11 And he sprinkled thereof upon the altar seven times, and anointed the altar and all his vessels, both the laver and his foot, to sanctify them. 12 And he poured of the anointing oil upon Aaron's head, and anointed him, to sanctify him. 13 And Moses brought Aaron's sons, and put coats upon them, and girded them with girdles, 81 Consecration of Aaron and sons. LEVITICUS IX. (9). First offering for Aaron. and put bonnets upon them; as the Lord com- manded Moses. 14 And he brought the bullock for the sin of- fering: and Aaron and his sons laid their hands upon the head of the bullock for the sin offering. 15 And he slew it; and Moses took the blood, and put it upon the horns of the altar round about with his finger, and purified the altar, and poured the blood at the bottom of the altar, and sancti- fied it, to make reconciliation upon it. 16 And he took all the fat that was upon the inwards, and the caul above the liver, and the two kidneys, and their fat, and Moses burned it upon the altar. 17 But the bullock, and his hide, his flesh, and his dung, he burnt with fire without the camp; as the Lord commanded Moses. 18 And he brought the ram for the burnt offer- ing: and Aaron and his sons laid their hands upon the head of the ram. 19 And he killed it; and Moses sprinkled the blood upon the altar round about. 20 And he cut the ram into pieces; and Moses burnt the head, and the pieces, and the fat. 21 And he washed the inwards and the legs in water; and Moses burnt the whole ram upon the altar: it was a burnt sacrifice for a sweet savour, and an offering. made by fire unto the Lord; as the Lord commanded Moses. 22 And he brought the other ram, the ram of consecration: and Aaron and his sons laid their hands upon the head of the ram. 23 And he slew it; and Moses took of the blood of it, and put it upon the tip of Aaron's right ear, and upon the thumb of his right hand, and upon the great toe of his right foot. 24 And he brought Aaron's sons, and Moses put of the blood upon the tip, of their right ear, and upon the thumbs of their right hands, and upon the great toes of their right feet: and Moses sprinkled the blood upon the altar round about. 25 And he took the fat, and the rump, and all the fat that was upon the inwards, and the caul above the liver, and the two kidneys, and their fat, and the right shoulder:- 26 And out of the basket of unleavened bread, that was before the Lord, he took one unleavened cake, and a cake of oiled bread, and one wafer, and put them on the fat, and upon the right shoulder : 27 And he put all upon Aaron's hands, and upon his sons' hands, and waved them for a wave offering before the Lord. 28 And Moses took them from off their hands, and burnt them on the altar upon the burnt offer- ing: they were consecrations for a sweet savour: it is an offering made by fire unto the Lord. 29 And Moses took the breast, and waved it for a wave offering before the Lord: for of the ram of consecration it was Moses' part; as the Lord commanded Moses. 30 And Moses took of the anointing oil, and of the blood which was upon the altar, and sprinkled it upon Aaron, and upon his garments, and upon his sons, and upon his. sons' garments with him; and sanctified Aaron, and his garments, and his sons, and his sons' garments with him. 31 And Moses said unto Aaron and to his sons, Boil the flesh at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation : and there eat it with the bread that is in the basket of consecrations, as I commanded, saying, Aaron and his sons shall eat it, 32 And that which remaineth of the flesh and of the bread shall ye burn with fire. 33 And ye shall not go out of the door of the tabernacle of the congregation in seven days, un- til the days of your consecration be at an end: for seven days shall he consecrate you. 34 As he hath done this day, so the Lord hath commanded to do, to make an atonement for you. 35 Therefore shall ye abide at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation day and night seven days, and keep the charge of the Lord, that ye die not : for so I am commanded. 36 So Aaron and his sons did all things which the Lord commanded by the hand of Moses. CHAPTER IX. (9.) 1 The first offerings of Aaron, for himself and the peo- ple. 8 The sin offering, 12 and the burnt offering for himself. 15 The offerings for the people. 23 Moses and Aaron bless the people. 24 Fire cometh from tue Lord, upon the altar. AND it came to pass on the eighth day, that Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders of Israel; 2 And he said unto Aaron, Take thee a young calf for a sin offering, and a ram for a burnt of- fering, without blemish, and offer them before the Lord. 3 And unto the children of Israel thou shalt speak, saying, Take ye a kid of the goats for a sin offering; and a calf and a lamb, both of the first year, without blemish, for a burnt offering; 4 Also a bullock and a ram for peace offerings, to sacrifice before the Lord; and a meat offering mingled with oil : for to day the Lord will appear unto you. 5 And they brought that which Moses com- manded before the tabernacle of the congrega- tion: and all the congregation drew near and stood before the Lord. 6 And Moses said, This is the thing which the Lord commanded that ye should do: and the glory of the Lord shall appear unto you. 7 And Moses said unto Aaron, Go unto the al- tar, and offer thy sin offering, and thy burnt offer- ing, and make an atonement for thyself, and for the people: and offer the offering of the people, and make an atonement for them; as the Lord commanded. 8 Aaron therefore went unto the altar, and slew the calf of the sin offering, which was for himself. 9 And the sons of Aaron brought the blood unto him: and he dipped his finger in the blood, and put it upon the horns of the altar, and poured out the blood at the bottom of the altar: 10 But the fat, and the kidneys, and the caul 82 The sin offering. LEVITICUS, X. (10.) Aaron's excuse for transgression. above the liver of the sin offering, he burnt upon the altar; as the Lord commanded Moses. 11 And the flesh and the hide he burnt with fire without the camp. 12 And he slew the burnt offering ; and Aaron's sons presented unto him the blood, which he sprinkled round about upon the altar. 13 And they presented the burnt offering unto him, with the pieces thereof, and the head: and he burnt them upon the altar. 14 And he did wash the inwards and the legs, and burnt them upon the burnt offering on the altar. 15 And he brought the people's offering, and took the goat, which was the sin offering for the people, and slew it, and offered it for sin, as the first 16 And he brought the burnt offering, and of- fered it according to the manner 17 And he brought the. meat offering, and took an handful thereof, and burnt it upon the altar, beside the burnt sacrifice of the morning. 18 He slew also the bullock and the ram for a sacrifice of peace offerings, which was for the peo- ple: and Aaron's sons presented unto him the blood, which he sprinkled , upon the altar round a'bout. 19 And the fat of the bullock and of the ram, the rump, and that which covereth the inwards, and the kidneys, and the caul above the liver: 20 And they put the fat upon the breasts, and he burnt, the fat upon the altar: 21 And the breasts, and the right shoulder Aaron waved for a wave offering before the Lord ; as Moses commanded. 22 And Aaron lifted up his hand toward the people, and blessed ,them, and came down from offering of the sin offering, and the burnt offering, and peace offerings. 23 And Moses and iiaron went into the taber- nacle of the congregation, and came out, and blessed the people: and the glory of the Lord ap- peared unto all the people. 24 And there came a fire out from before the Lord, and consumed upon the altar the burnt of- fering and the fat: which when all the people saw, they shouted, and fell on their faces. CHAPTEK X. (10.) 1 Nadab and Abihu, for offering of strange fire, are burnt by fire. G Aaron and his sons are forbidden to mourn for them. 8 The priests are forbidden wino when they are to co into the tabernacle. 12 The law of eating the holy things. If? Aaron's excuse for transgressing thereof. AND Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, took either of them his censer, and put fire therein, and put incense thereon, and offered strange fire before the Lord, which he commanded them not. 2 And there went out fire from the Lord, and devoured them, and they died before the Lord. 3 Then Moses said unto Aaron, This is it that the Lord spake, saying, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me, and before all the peo- ple I will be glorified. And Aaron held his peace. 4 And Moses called Mishael and Elzaphan, the sons of Uzziel, the uncle of Aaron, and said unto them, Come near, carry your brethren from before the sanctuary out of the camp. 5 So they went near, and carried them in their coats out of the camp; as Moses had said. 6 And Moses said unto Aaron, and unto Eleazer and unto Ithamar, his sons, Uncover not your heads, neither rend your clothes; lest ye die, and lest wrath come upon all the people: but let your brethren, the whole house of Israel, bewail the burning which the Lord hath kindled. 7 And ye shall not go out from the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, lest ye die: for the anointing oil of the Lord is upon you. And they did according to the word of Moses. 8 And the Lord spake unto Aaron, saying, 9 Do not drink wine nor strong drink, thou, nor thy sons with thee, when ye go into the tabernacle of the congregation, lest ye die: it shall be a statute for ever throughout your generations: 10 And that ye may put difference between holy and unholy and between unclean and clean; 11 And that ye may teach the children of Israel all the statutes which the Lord hath spoken unto them by the hand of Moses. 12 And Moses spake unto Aaron, and unta Eleazar and unto Ithamar, his sons that were left, Take the meat offering that remaineth of the offerings of the Lord made by fire, and eat it with- out leaven beside the altar: for it is most holy: 13 And ye shall eat it in the holy place, be- cause it is thy due, and thy sons' due, of the sacri- fices of the Lord made by fire: for so I am com- manded. 14 And the wave breast and heave shoulder shall ye eat in a clean place; thou, and thy sons, and thy daughters with thee: for they be thy due, and thy sons' due, which are given out of the sacrifices of peace offerings of the children of Israel. 15 The heave shoulder and the wave breast shall they bring with the offerings made by fire of the fat, to wave it for a wave offering before the Lord; and it shall be thine, and thy sons' with thee, by a statute for ever; as the Lord hath com- manded. 16 And Moses diligently sought the goat of the sin offering, and,,behold, it was burnt: and he was angry with Eleazar and Ithamar, the sons of Aaron which were left alive, saying, 17 Wherefore have ye not eaten the sin, offering in the holy place, seeing it is most holy, and God hath given it you to bear the iniquity of the con- gregation, to make atonement for them before the Lord? 18 Behold, the blood of it was not brought in within the holy place: ye should indeed have eaten it in the holy place, as I commanded. 19 And Aaron said unto Moses, Behold, this day have they offered their sin offering and their burnt offering before the Lord ; and such things have befallen me: and if I had eaten the sin of- 83 Eating the sin offering. LEVITICUS XI. (11.) Beasts ye may eat. fering to day, should it have been accepted in the sight of the Lord? 20 And when Moses heard that, he was con- tent. CHAPTER XL (11.) 1 What beasts may, 4 and what may not be eaten. 9 What fishes. 13 What fowls. 29 The creeping things which are unclean. AND the Lord spake unto Moses and to Aaron, saying unto them, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, These are the beasts which ye shall eat among all the beasts that are on the earth. 3 Whatsoever parteth the hoof, and is cloven- footed, and cheweth the cud, among the beasts, that shall ye eat, 4 Nevertheless these shall ye not eat of them that chew the cud, or of them that divide the hoof: as the camel, because he cheweth the cud, but divideth not the hoof ; he is unclean unto you. 5 And the coney, because he cheweth the cud, but divideth not the hoof; he is unclean unto you. 6 And the hare, because he cheweth the cud, but divideth not the hoof; he is unclean unto you. 7 And the swine, though he divide the hoof, and be clovenfooted, yet he cheweth not the cud; he is unclean to you. 8 Of their flesh shall ye not eat, and their car- case shall ye not touch; they are unclean to you. 9 These shall ye eat of all that are in the waters: whatsoever hath fins and scales in the waters, in the seas, and in the rivers, them shall ye eat 10 And all that have not fins and scales in the seas, and in the rivers, of all that move in the waters, and of any living thing which is in the waters, they shall be an abomination unto you: 11 They shall be even an abomination unto you ; ye shall not eat of their flesh, but ye shall have their carcases in abomination. 12 Whatsoever hath no fins nor scales in the waters, that shall be an abomination unto you. 13 And these are they which ye shall have in abomination among the fowls; they shall not be eaten, they are an abomination : the eagle, and the ossif rage, and the ospray, 14 And the vulture, and the kite after his kind: 15 Every raven after his kind ; 16 And the owl, and the night hawk, and the cuckow, and the hawk after his kind, 17 And the little owl, and the cormorant, and the great owl, 18 And the swan, and the pelican, and the gier eagle, 39 And the stork, the heron after her kind, and the lapwing, and the bat. 20 All fowls that creep, going upon all four, shall be an abomination unto you. 21 Yet these may ye eat of every flying creep- ing thing that goeth upon all four, which have legs above their feet, to leap withal unon the earth ; 22 Even these of them ye may eat; the locust after his kind, and the bald locust after his kind, and the beetle after his kind, and the grasshopper after his kind. 23 But all other flying creeping things, which have four feet, shall be an abomination unto you. 24 And for these ye shall be unclean: whoso- ever toucheth the carcase of them shall be un- clean until the even. 25 And whosoever beareth ought of the car- case of them shall wash his clothes, and be un- clean until the even. 26 The carcases of every beast which divideth the hoof, and is not clovenfooted, nor cheweth the cud, are unclean unto you: every one that touch- eth them shall be unclean. 27 And whatsoever goeth upon his paws, among all manner of beasts that go on all four, those are unclean unto you: whoso toucheth their carcase shall be unclean until the even. 28 And he that beareth the carcase of them shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the even: they are unclean unto you. 29 These also shall be unclean unto you among the creeping things that creep upon the earth; the weasel, and the mouse, and the tortoise after his kind, 30 And the ferret, and the chameleon, and the lizard, and the snail, and the mole. 31 These are unclean to yOu among all that creep : whosoever doth touch them, when they be dead, shall be unclean until the even. 32 And upon whatsoever any of them, when they are dead, doth fall, it shall be unclean; whether it be any vessel of wood, or raiment, or skin, or sack, whatsoever vessel it be, wherein any work is done, it must be put into water, and it shall be unclean until the even; so it shall be cleansed. 33 And every earthen vessel, wherein to any of them f alleth,' whatsoever is in it shall be unclean ; and ye shall break it, 34 Of all meat which may be eaten, that on which such water cometh shall be unclean: and all drink that may be drunk in every such vessel shall be unclean. 35 And every thing whereupon any part of their carcase falleth shall be unclean ; whether it be oven, or ranges for pots, they shall be broken down: for they are unclean, and shall be unclean unto you. 36 Nevertheless a fountain or pit, wherein there is plenty of water, shall be clean: but that which toucheth their carcase shall be unclean. 37 And if any part of their carcase fall upon any sowing seed which is to be sown, it shall be clean. 38 But if any water be put upon the seed, and any part of their carcase fall thereon, it shall be unclean unto you. 39 And if any beast, of which ye may eat, die; he that toucbeth the carcase thereof shall be un- clean until the even. 40 And he that eateth of the carcase of it shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the even: he also that beareth the carcase of it shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the even. 84 Creeping things an abomination. LEVITICUS, XII. (12) Raw flesh changed to white. 41 And every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth shall be an abomination; it shall not be eaten. 42 Whatsoever goeth upon the belly, and what- soever goeth upon all four, or whatsoever hath more feet among all creeping things that creep upon the earth, them ye shall not eat ; for they are an, abomination. 43 Ye shall not make your selves abominable with any creeping thing that creepeth, neither shall ye make yourselves unclean with them, that ye should be defiled thereby. 44 For I am the Lord your God : ye shall there- fore sanctify yourselves, and ye' shall be holy; for I am holy : neither shall ye defile yourselves with any manner of creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth. 45 For I am the Lord that bringeth you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: ye shall therefore be holy, for I am holy. 46 This is the law of the beasts, and of the fowl, and of every living creature that moveth in the waters, and of every creature that creepeth upon the earth: 47 To make a difference between the unclean and the clean, and between the beast that may be eaten and the beast that may not be eaten. CHAPTER Xn. (12.) 1 The purification of women after childbirth. 6 Her of- ferings for her purifying. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, If a woman have conceived seed, and born a man child: then she shall be unclean seven days; ac- cording to the days of the separation for her in- firmity shall she be unclean. 3 And in the eighth day the flesh of his fore- skin shall be circumcised. 4 And she shall then continue in the blood of her purifying three and thirty days; she shall touch no hallowed thing, nor come into the sanctuary, until the days of her purifying be ful- filled. 5 But if she bear a maid child, then she shall be unclean two weeks, as in her separation : and she shall continue in the blood of her purifying three- score, and six days. 6 And when the days of her purifying are ful- filled, for a son, or for a daughter, she shall bring a lamb of the first year for a burnt offering, and a young pigeon, or a turtledove, for a sin offering, unto the door of the tabernacle of the congrega- tion, unto the, priest: 7 Who shall offer it before the Lord, and make an atonement for her; and she shall be cleansed from the issue of her blood. This is the law for her that hath born a male or a female . 8 And if she be not able to bring a lamb, then she shall bring two turtles, or two young pigeons; the one for the burnt offering, and the other for a sin offering: and the priest shall make an atone- ment for her, and she shall be clean. CHAPTER XIII. (13.) 1 The laws and tokens whereby the priest is to be guided in discerning the leprosy. AND the Lord spake unto Moses and Aaron, saying, 2 When a man shall have in the skin of his flesh, a rising, a scab, or bright spot, and it be in the skin of his flesh like the plague of leprosy; then he shall be brought unto Aaron the priest, or unto one of his sons the priests: 3 And the priest shall look on the plague in the skin of the flesh: and when the hair in the plague is turned white, and the plague in sight be deeper than the skin of his flesh,. it is a plague of leprosy: and the priest shall look on him, and pronounce him unclean. 4 If the bright spot be white in the skin of his flesh, and in sight be not deeper than the skin, and the hair thereof be not turned white; then the priest shall shut up him that hath the plague seven days: 5 And the priest shall look on him the seventh day: and, behold, if the plague in his sight be at a stay, and the plague spread not in the skin ; then the priest shall shut him up seven daysi more: 6 And the priest shall look on him again the seventh day, and, behold, if the plague be some- what dark, and the plague spread not in the skin, the priest shall pronounce him clean: it is but a scab : and he shall wash his clothes, and be clean. 7 But if the scab spread much abroad in the skin, after that he hath been seen of the priest for his cleansing, he shall be seen of the priest again : 8 And if the priest see that, behold, the scab spreadeth in the skin, then the priest shall pro- nounce him unclean : it is a leprosy. 9 When the plague of leprosy is in a man, then he shall be brought unto the priest; 10 And the priest shall see him: and, behold, if the rising be white in the skin, and it have turned the hair white, and there be quick raw flesh in the rising ; 11 It is an old leprosy in the skin of his flesh, and the priest shall pronounce him unclean, and shall not shut him up : for he is unclean. 12 And if a leprosy break out abroad in the skin, and the leprosy cover all the skin of him that hath the plague from his head even to his foot, wheresoever the priest looketh; 13 Then the priest shall consider: and, behold, if the leprosy have covered all his flesh, he shall pronounce him clean that hath the plague: it is all turned white: he is clean. 14 But when raw flesh appeareth in him, he shall be unclean. 15 And the priest shall see the raw flesh, and pronounce him to be unclean : for the raw flesh is unclean : it is a leprosy. 16 Or if the raw flesh turn again, and be changed unto white, he shall come unto the priest; 17 And the priest shall see him: and, behold, if the plague be turned into white; then the priest 85 Priest seeth. LEVITICUS XIII. (13.) Looking on the plague. shall pronounce him clean that hath the plague: he is clean. 18 The flesh also, in which, even in the skin thereof, was a boil, and is healed, 19 And in the place of the boil there be a white rising, or a bright spot, white, and somewhat red- dish, and it be shewed to the priest; 20 And if, when the priest seeth it, behold, it be in sight lower than the skin, and the hair thereof be turned white; the priest shall pro- nounce him unclean: it is a plague of leprosy broken out of the boil. 21 But if the priest look on it, and, behold, there be no white hairs therein, and if it be not lower than the skin, but be somewhat dark ; then the priest shall shut him up seven days: 22 And if it spread much abroad in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a plague. 23 But if the bright spot stay in his place, and spread not, it is a burning boil; and the priest shall pronounce him clean. 24 Or if there be any flesh, in the skin whereof there is a hot burning, and the quick flesh that burneth have a white bright spot- somewhat red- dish, or white; 25 Then the priest shall look upon it: and, be- hold, if the hair in the bright spot be turned Avhite, and it be in sight deeper than the skin; it is a leprosy broken out of the burning: wherefore the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is the plague of leprosy. 26 But if the priest look on it. and, behold, there be no white hair in the bright spot, and it be no lower than the other skin, but be somewhat dark; then the priest shall shut him up seven days: 27 And the priest shall look upon him the sev- enth day: and if it be spread much abroad in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean : it is the plague of leprosy. 28 And if the t bright spot stay in his place, and spread not in the skin, but it be somewhat dark ; it is a rising of the burning, and the priest shall pronounce him clean : for it is an inflammation of the burning. 29 If a, man or woman have a plague upon the head or the beard ; 30 Then the priest shall see the plague: and, behold, if it be in sight deeper than the skin; and there be in it a yellow thin hair; then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a dry scall, even a leprosy upon the head or beard. 31 And if the priest look on the plague of the scall, and, behold, it be not in sight deeper than the skin, and that there is no black hair in it; then, the priest shall shut up him that hath the plague of the scall seven days: 32 And if the seventh day the priest shall look on the plague: and, behold, if the scall spread not, and there be in it no yellow hair, and the scall be not in sight deeper than the skin; 33 He shall be shaven, but the scall shall he not shave; and the priest shall shut up him that hath the scall seven days more: 34 And in the seventh day the priest shall look on the scall : and, behold,, if the scall be not spread in the skin, nor be in sight deeper than the skin ; then the priest shall pronounce him clean : and he shall wash his clothes, and be clean. 35 But if the scall spread much in the skin after his cleansing; 36 Then the priest shall look on him: and, be- hold, if , the scall be spread in the skin, the priest shall not seek for yellow hair; he is unclean. 37 But if the scall be in his sight at a stay, and that there is black hair grown up therein; the scall is healed, he is clean: and the priest shall pronounce him clean. 38 If a man also or a woman have in the skin of their flesh bright spots, even white bright spots; * 39 Then the priest shall look : and, behold, if the bright spots in the skin of their flesh be dark- ish white ; it is a freckled spot that groweth in the skin; he is clean. 40 And the man whose hair us fallen off his head, he is bald ; yet is he clean. 41 And he that hath his hair fallen off from the part of his head toward his face, he is forehead bald : yet is he clean. 42 And if there be in the bald head, or bald forehead, a white reddish sore; it is a leprosy sprung up in his bald head, or his bald forehead. 43 Then the priest shall look upon it: and, be- hold, if the rising of the sore be white reddish in his bald head, or in his bald forehead, as the leprosy appeareth in the skin of the flesh ; 44 He is a leprous man, he is unclean: the priest shall pronounce him utterly unclean; his plague is in his head. 45 And the leper in whom the plague is, his clothes shall be rent, and his head bare, and he shall put a covering upon his upper lip, and shall cry, Unclean, unclean. 46 All the days wherein the plague shall be in him he shall be defiled; he is unclean: he shall dwell alone; without the camp shall his habita- tion be. 47 The garment also that the plague of leprosy is in, whether it be a woollen garment, or a linen garment; 48 Whether it be in the warp, or woof; of linen, or of woollen; whether in a skin, or in any thing made of skin,, 49 And if the plague be greenish or reddish in the garment, or in the skin, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in any thing of skin; it is a plague of leprosy, and shall be shewed unto the priest: 50 And the priest shall look upon the plague, and shut up it that hath the plague seven days: 51 And he shall look on the plague on the sev- enth day: if the plague be spread in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in a skin, or in any work that is made of skin; the plague is a fretting leprosy; it is unclean. 52 He shall therefore burn that garment, 8« , 9 Plague in garments. LEVITICUS XIV. (14.) Burnt offering. whether warp or woof, in woollen or in linen, or any thing of skin, wherein the plague is : for it is a fretting leprosy ; it shall be burnt in the fire. 53 And if the priest shall look, and, behold, the plague be not spread in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in any thing of skin j 54 Then the priest shall command that they wash the thing wherein the plague is, and he shall shut it up seven days more: 55 And the priest shall look on the plague, after that it is washed: and, behold, if the plague have not changed his colour, and the plague be not spread; it is unclean ; thou shalt burn it in the fire; it is fret inward, whether it be bare within or without 56 And if the priest look, and, behold, the plague be somewhat dark after the washing of it; then he shall rend it out of the garment, or out of the skin, or out of the warp, or out of the woof: 57 And if it appear still in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in any thing of skin; it is a spreading ^plague: thou shalt burn that wherein the plague is with fire. 58 And the garment, either warp, or woof, or whatsoever thing of skin it be, which thou shalt wash, if the plague be departed from them, then it shall be washed the second time, and shall be clean. 59 This is the law of the plague of leprosy in. a garment of woollen or linen ; either in the warp, or woof, or any thing of skins, to pronounce it clean, or to pronounce it unclean. CHAPTER XIV. (14.) 1 The rites and sacrifices in cleansing of the leper. o3 The signs of leprosy in a house. 43 Tlie cleansing of that house. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 This shall be the law of the leper in the day of his cleansing: He shall be brought unto the priest: 3 And the priest shall go forth out of the camp ; and the priest shall look, and, behold, if the plague of leprosy be healed in the leper; 4 Then shall the priest command to take for him that is to be cleansed two birds alive and clean, and cedar wood, and scarlet, and hyssop: 5 And the priest shall command that one of the birds be killed in an earthen vessel over running water : 6 As for the living bird, he shall take it, and the cedar wood, and the scarlet, and the hyssop, and shall dip them and the living bird in the blood of the bird that was killed over the running water : 7 And he shall sprinkle upon him that is to be cleansed from the leprosy seven times, and shall pronounce him clean, and shall let the living bird loose into the open field. 8 And he that is to be cleansed shall wash his clothes, and shave off all his hair, and wash him- self in water, that he may be clean : and after that he shall come into the camp, and shall tarry abroad out of his tent seven days. 9 But it shall be on the seventh day, that he 9a shall shave all his hair off his head and his beard and his eyebrows, even all his hair he shall shave off: and he shall wash his clothes, also he shall wash his flesh in water, and he shall be clean. 10 And on the eighth day he shall take two he lambs without blemish, and one ewe lamb of the first year without blemish, and three tenth deals of fine flour for a meat offering, mingled with oil, and one log of oil. 11 And the priest that maketh him clean shall present the man that is to be made clean, and those things, before the Lord, at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: 12 And the priest shall take one he lamb, and offer him for a trespass offering, and the log of oil, and wave them for a wave offering before the Lord : 13 And he shall slay the lamb in the place where he shall kill the sin offering and the burnt offering, in the holy place : for as the sin offering is the priest's, so is the trespass offering: it is most holy: 14 And the priest shall. take some of the blood of the trespass offering, and the priest shall put it upon the tip of the right ear of him that is to be cleansed, and upon the thumb of his right hand, and upon the great toe of his right foot: 15 And the priest shall take some of the log of oil, and pour it into the palm of his own left hand: 16 And the priest shall dip his right finger in the oil that is in his left hand, and shall sprinkle of the oil with his finger seven times before the Lord: 17 And of the rest of the oil that is in his hand shall the priest put upon the tip of the right ear of him that is to be cleansed, and upon tne thumb of his right hand, and upon the great toe of his right foot, upon the blood of the trespass offering: 18 And the remnant of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall pour upon the head of him that is to be cleansed : and the priest shall make an atonement for him before the Lord. 19 And the priest shall offer the sin offering, and make an atonement for him that is to be cleansed from his uncleanness ; and afterward he shall kill the burnt offering: 20 And the priest shall offer the burnt offering and the meat offering upon the altar: and the priest shall make an atonement for him, and he shall be clean. 21 And if he be poor, and cannot get so much; then he shall take one lamb for a trespass offer- ing to be waved, to make an atonement for him, and one/tenth deal of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering, and a log of oil ; 22 And two turtledoves, or two young pigeons, such as he is able to get; and the one shall be a sin offering, and the other a burnt offering. 23 And he shall bring them on the eighth day for his cleaasing unto the priest, unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, before the Lord. 24 And the priest shall 1 take the lamb of the 87 Trespass offering. LEVITICUS XV. (15.) The Lord spake unto Moses, trespass offering, and the log of oil, and the priest shall wave them for a wave offering before the Lord: 25 And he shall kill the lamb of the trespass offering, and the priest shall take some of the blood of the trespass offering, and put it upon the tip of the right ear of him that is to be cleansed, and upon the thumb of his right hand, and upon the great toe of his right foot: 26 And the priest shall pour of the oil into the palm of his own left hand: 27 And the priest shall sprinkle with his right finger some of the oil that is in his left hand seven times before the Lord: 28 And the priest shall put of the oil that is in his hand upon the tip of the right ear of him that is to be cleansed, and upon the thumb of his right hand, and upon the great toe of his right foot, upon the place of the blood of the trespass of- fering: 29 And the rest of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall put upon the head of him that is to be cleansed, to make an atonement for him before the Lord. 30 And he shall offer the one of the turtledoves, or of the young pigeons, such as he can get; 31 Even such as he is able to get, the one for a sin offering, and the other for a burnt offering, with the meat offering: and the priest shall make an atonement for him that is to be cleansed be- fore the Lord. 32 This is the law of him in whom is the plague of leprosy, whose hand is not able to get that which pertaineth to his cleansing. 33 And the Lord spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying, 34 When ye be come into the land of Canaan, which I give to you for a possession, and I put the plague of leprosy in a house of the land of your possession; 35 And he that owneth the house shall come and tell the priest, saying, It seemeth to me there is as it were a plague in the house: 36 Then the priest shall command that they empty the house, before the priest go into it to see the plague, that all that is in the house be not made unclean: and afterward the priest shall go in to see the house: 37 And he shall look on the plague, and, be- hold, if the plague be in the walls of the house with hollow strakes, greenish or reddish, which in sight are lower than the wall ; 38 Then the priest shall go out of the house to the door of the house, and shut up the house seven days: 39 And the priest shall come again the sev- enth day, and shall look: and, behold, if the plague be spread in the walls of the house; 40 Then the priest shall command that they take away the stones in which the plague is, and they shall cast them into an unclean place with- out the city: 41 And he shall cause the house to be scraped within round about, and they shall pour out the dust that they scrape off without the city into an unclean place: 42 And they shall take other stones, and put them in the place of those stones; and he shall take other, morter, and shall plaister the house. 43 And if the plague come again, and break out in the house, after that he hath taken away the stones, and after he hath scraped the house, and after it is plaistered; 44, Then the priest shall come and look, and, behold, if the plague be spread in the house, it io a fretting leprosy in the house: it is unclean. 45 And he shall break down the house, the stones of it, and the timber thereof, and all the mortar of the house; and he shall carry them forth out of the city into an unclean place. 46 Moreover he that goeth into the house all the while that it is shut up shall be unclean un- til the even. 47 And he that lieth in the house shall wash his clothes ; and he that eateth in the house shall wash his clothes. 48 And if the priest shall come in, and look upon it, and behold, the plague hath not spread in the house, after the house was plaistered: then the priest shall pronounce the house clean, be- cause the plague is healed. 49 And he shall take to cleanse the house two birds, and cedar wood, and scarlet, and hyssop: 50 And he shall kill the one of the birds in am earthen vessel over running water: 51 And he shall take the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times : 52 And he shall cleanse the house with the blood of the bird, and with the running water, and with the living bird, and with the cedar wood, and with the hyssop, and with the scarlet: 53 But he shall let go the living bird out of the city into the open fields, and make an atone- ment for the house: and it shall be clean. 54 This is the law for all manner of olague of leprosy, and scall, 55 And for the leprosy of a garment, and of a house, 56 And for a rising, and for a scab, and for a bright spot: 57 To teach when it is unclean and when it is clean: this is the law of leprosy. CHAPTER XV. (15.) 1 The uncleanness of men in their issues. 13 The cleans- ing of them. 19 The uncleanness of women in their issues. 28 Their cleansing. AND the Lord spake unto Moses and to Aaron, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When any man hath a running issue out of his flesh, because of his issue he is unclean; 3 And this shall be his uncleanness in his is- sue: whether his flesh run with his issue, or his flesh be stopped from his issue, it is his unclean^ ness. 88 Bed whereon he lieth. LEVITICUS XYI. (16.) Holy linen coat. 4 Every bed, whereon lie lieth that hath the is- sue, is unclean: and every thing, whereon he sit J teth, shall be unclean. 5 And whosoever toucheth his bed shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even. 6 And he that sitteth on any thing whereon he sat that hath the issue shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the eren. 7 And he that toucheth the flesh of him that hath the issue shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even. 8 And if he that hath the issue spit upon him that is clean; then he shall wash his. clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even. 9 And what saddle soever he rideth upon that hath the issue shall be unclean. 10 And whosoever toucheth any thing that was under him shall be unclean until the even : and he that beareth any of those things shall wash hia clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be un- clean until the even. 11 And whomsoever he toucheth that hath the issue, and hath not rinsed his hands hi water, he shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even. 12 And the vessel of earth, that he toucheth which hath the issue, shall be broken: and every vessel of wood shall be rinsed in water. 13 And when he that hath an issue is cleansed of his issue; then he shall number to himself seven days for his cleansing, and wash his clothes, and bathe his flesh in running water 2 and shall be clean. 14 And on the eighth day he shall take to him two turtledoves, or two young pigeons, and come before the Lord unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and give them unto the priest : 15 And the priest shall offer them, the one for a sin offering, ar d the other for a burnt offering; and the priest shall make an .atonement for him before the Lord for his issue. 16 And if any man's seed of copulation go out from him, then he shall wash all his flesh in water, and be unclean until the even. 17 And every garment, and every skin, where- on is the seed of copulation, shall be washed with water, and be unclean until the even. 18 The woman also with whom man shall lie with seed of copulation, they shall both bathe themselves in water, and be unclean until the even. 19 And if a woman have an issue, and her issue in her flesh be blood, she shall be put apart seven days: and whosoever toucheth her shall be un- clean until the even. 20 And every thing that she lieth upon in her separation shall be unclean: every thing also that she sitteth upon shall be unclean. 21 And whosoever toucheth her bed shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even. 22 And whosoever toucheth any thing that she sat upon shall wash his clothes, and bathe him- self in water, and be unclean until the even. 23 And if it be on her bed, or on any thing whereon she sitteth, when he toucheth it, he shall be unclean until the even. 24 And if any man lie with her at all, and her flowers be ,upon him, he shall be unclean seven days ; and all .the bed whereon he lieth shall be unclean. 25 And if a woman have an issue of her blood many days out of the time of her separation, or tf it run beyond the time of her separation ; all the days of the issue of her uncleanness shall be as the days of her, separation: she shall be unclean. 26 Every bed whereon she lieth all the days of her issue shall be unto her as the bed of her separation : and whatsoever she sitteth upon shall be unclean, as the uncleanness of her separation. 27 And whosoever toucheth those things shall be unclean, and shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even. 28 But if she be cleansed of her issue, then she shall number to herself seven days, and after that she shall be clean. 29 And on the eighth day she shall take unto her two turtles, or two young pigeons, and bring them unto the priest, to the door of the taber- nacle of the congregation. 30 And the priest shall offer the one for a sin offering, and the other for, a burnt offering; and the priest shall make an atonement for her before the Lord for the issue of her uncleanness. 31 Tims shall ye separate the children of Is- rael from their uncleanness ; that they die not in their uncleanness, when they defile my tabernacle that is among them. 32 This is the law of him that hath an issue, and of him whose seed goeth from him, and is de- filed therewith; 33 And of her that is sick of her flowers, and of him that hath an issue, of the man, and of the woman, and of him that lieth. with her that is un- clean. CHAPTER XVI. (16.) 1 How the high priest must enter into the holy place. 11 The sin offering for himself. 15 The sin offering for the people. 20 The scapegoat. 29 The yearly feast of the expiations* AND the Lord spake unto Moses after the death of the two sons of Aaron, when they offered before the Lord, and died; 2 And the Lord said unto Moses, Speak unto Aaron thy brother, that he come not at all times into the holy place within the vail before the mercy seat, which is upon the ark; that he die not : for I will appear in the cloud upon the mercy seat. 3 Thus shall Aaron come into the holy place: with a young bullock for a sin offering, and a ram for a burnt offering. 4 He shall put on the holy linen coat and he shall have the linen breeches upon his ilesh, and shall be girded with a linen girdle, and with the 89 [ WATER CARRIER. (Lev. 16:) Change is characteristic of modern civilization. But in the civili- zation of Egypt, customs and' habits have continued to the present time very much as they were in the the days of Moses. This scene is one common to the country in all ages of its history. The water carrier is called "the sakka." He plies his trade in the streets of Cairo, and makes the bare means of subsistence by supplying the people with water. During eight months of the year he brings the water all the way from the Nile, but during the remaining four months, while the river is rising he obtains his supply from the canals which intersect Cairo. . I* : . Holy garments. LEVITICUS XVI. (16.) Yearly atonement. linen mitre shall he be attired : these are holy gar- ments; therefore shall he wash his flesh in water, and so put them on. 5 And he shall take of the congregation of the children of Israel two kids of the goats for a sin offering, and one ram for a burnt offering. 6 And Aaron shall offer his bullock of the sin offering, which is for himself, and make an atone- ment for himself, and for his house. 7 And he. shall take the two goats, and present them before the Lord at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. 8 And Aaron shall cast lots upon the two goats; one lot for the Lord, and the other lot for the scapegoat. 9 And Aaron shall bring the goat upon which the Lord's lot fell, and offer him for a sin offering. 10 But the goat, on which the lot fell to be the scapegoat, shall be presented alive before the Lord, to make an atonement with him, and to let him go for a scapegoat into the wilderness. 11 And Aaron shall bring the bullock of the sin offering, which is for himself, and shall make an atonement for himself, and for his house, and shall kill the bullock of the sin offering which ia for himself: 12 And he shall take a censer full of burning coals of fire from off the altar before the Lord, and his hands full of sweet incense beaten small, and bring it within the vail: 13 And he shall put the incense upon, the fire before the Lord, that the cloud of, the incense may cover the mercy seat that is upon the testimony, that he die not: 14 And he shall take of the blood of the bul- lock, and sprinkle it with his finger upon the mercy seat eastward; and before the mercy seat shall he sprinkle of the blood with his finger seven times. 15 Then shall he kill the goat of the sin offer- ing, that is .for the people, and bring his blood within the vail, and do with that blood as he did with the blood of the bullock, and sprinkle it upon the mercy seat, and before the mercy seat: 16 And he shall make an atonement for the holy place, because of the uncleanness of the children of Israel, and because of their transgres- sions, in all their sins: and so shall he do for the tabernacle of the congregation, that remaineth among them in the midst of their uncleanness. 17 And there shall be no man in the tabernacle of the congregation when he goeth in to make an atonement in the holy place, until he come out, and have made an atonement for himself, and for his household, and for all the , congregation of Israel. 18 And he shall : go out unto the altar that is before the Lord, and make an atonement for it; and shall take of the blood of the bullock, and of the blood of the goat, and put it upon the horns of the altar round about. 19 And he shall sprinkle of the blood upon it with his fingers seven times, and cleanse it, and hallow it from the uncleanness of the children of Israel. 20 And when he hath made an end of reconcil- ing the holy place, and the tabernacle of the con- gregation, and the altar, he shall bring the live goat: 21 And Aaron shall lay both his hands upon the head of the live goat, and confess over him all the iniquities of the children of Israel, and all their transgressions in all their sins, putting them upon the head of the goat, and shall send him away by the hand of a fit man into the wilder- ness: 22 And the goat shall bear upon him all their iniquities unto a land not inhabited : and he shall let go the goat in the wilderness. 23 And Aaron shall come into the tabernacle of the congregation, and shall put off the linen garments, which he put on when he went into the holy place, and shall leave them there: 24 And he shall wash his flesh with water in the holy place, and put on his garments, and come forth, and offer his burnt offering, and the burnt offering, of the people, and make an atonement for himself, and for the people. 25 And the fat of the sin offering shall he burn upon the altar. 26 And.he that let go the goat for the scape- goat shall wash his clothes, and bathe his flesh in water, and; afterward come into the camp. 27 And the bullock for the sin offering, and the goat for the sin offering, whose blood was brought in to make atonement in the holy place, shall one carry forth without the camp; and they shall burn in the fire their skins, and their flesh, and their dung. 28 And he that burneth them shall wash his clothes, and bathe his flesh in water, and after- ward he shall come into the camp. 29 And this shall be a statute for ever unto you: that in the seventh, month, on the tenth day of the month, ye shall afflict your souls, and do no work at all, whether it be one of your own coun- try, or a stranger that sojourneth among you: 30 For on that day shall the priest make an atonement for you, to cleanse you, that ye may be clean from all your sins before the Lord. 31 It shall be a sabbath of rest unto you, and ye shall afflict, your souls, by a statute for ever. 32 And the priest, whom he shall anoint, and whom he shall consecrate to minister in the priest's office in his father's stead, shall make the atonement, and shall put on the linen clothes, even the holy garments: 33 And he shall make an atonement for the holy sanctuary, and, he shall make an atonement for the tabernacle of the congregation, and for the altar, and he shall make an atonement for the priests, and for all the, people of the congre- gation. 34 And this shall be an everlasting statute un- to you, to make an atonement for the children of Israel for all their sins once a year. And he did as the Lord commanded Moses. 80 Lord spake unto Aaron. LEVITICUS XVII. (17.) Uncovering nakedness. CHAPTER XVII. (17.) 1 The blood of all slain beasts must be offered to the Lord at the door of the tabernacle. 7 They must not offer to devils. 10 All eating of blood is forbidden, 35 and all that dieth alone, or is torn. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto Aaron, and unto his sons, and unto all the children of Israel, and say unto them; This is the thing which the Lord hath com- manded, saying, 3 What man soever there.be of the house of Israel, that killeth an ox, or lamb, or goat, in the camp, or that killeth it out of the camp, 4 And bringeth it not unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, to offer an offer- ing unto the Lord before the tabernacle of the Lord; blood shall be imputed unto that man; he hath shed blood; and that man shall be cut off from among his people: 5 To the end that the children of Israel may bring their sacrifices, which they offer in the open field, even that they may bring them unto the Lord, unto the door of the, tabernacle of the con- gregation, unto the priest, and offer them for peace offerings unto the Lord. 6 And the priest shall sprinkle the blood upon the altar of the Lord at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and burn the fat for a, sweet savour unto the Lord. 7 And they shall no more offer their sacrifices unto devils, after whom they have gone a whor- ing. This shall be a statute for ever unto them throughout their generations. 8 And thou shalt say unto them, Whatsoever man there be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers which sojourn among you, that offereth a burnt offering or sacrifice, 9 And bringeth it not unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, to offer it unto the Lord; even that man shall be cut off from among his people. 10 And whatsoever man there be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among you, that eateth any manner of blood ; I will even set my face against that soul that eateth blood, and will cut him off from among his people. 11 For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul. 12 Therefore I said unto the children of Israel, No soul of you shall eat blood, neither ,shall any stranger that sojourneth among you eat blood. 13 And whatsoever man there be of the chil- dren ,of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among you, which hunteth and catcheth any beast or fowl that may be eaten; he shall even pour out the blood thereof, and cover it with dust. 14 For it is the life of all flesh; the blood of it is for the life thereof: therefore I said unto the children of Israel, Ye shall eat the blood of no manner of flesh: for the life of all flesh is the blood thereof: whosoever eateth it shall be cut off. 15 And every soul that eateth that which died of itself, or that which was torn with beasts, whether it be one of your own country, or a stranger, he shall both wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean .until the even : then shall he be clean. 16 But if he wash them not, nor bathe his flesh ; then he shall bear his iniquity. CHAPTER XVIII. (18.) 1 Unlawful marriages. 19 Unlawful lusts. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, I am the Lord your God. 3 After the doings of the land of Egypt, where- in ye dwelt, shall ye not do: and after the doings of the land of Canaan, whither I bring you, shall ye not do: neither shall ye walk in their ordin- ances. 4 Ye shall do my judgments, and keep mine or- dinances, to walk therein: I am the Lord your God. 5 Ye shall therefore keep my statutes, and my judgments: which if a man do, he shall live in them: I am the Lord. 6 None of you shall approach to any that is near of kin to him, to uncover their nakedness : 1 am the Lord. 7 The nakedness of thy father, or the naked- ness of thy mother, shalt thou not uncover: she is thy mother; thou ( shalt not uncover her naked- ness. 8 The nakedness of thy father's wife shalt thou not uncover: it is thy father's nakedness. 9 The nakedness of thy sister, the daughter of thy father, or daughter of thy mother, whether she be born at home, or born abroad, even their nakedness thou shalt not uncover. 10 The nakedness of thy son's daughter, or of thy daughter's daughter, even their nakedness thou shalt not uncover: for their's is thine own nakedness. 11 The nakedness of thy father's wife's daugh- ter, begotten of thy father, she is thy sister, thou shalt not uncover her nakedness. 12 Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy father's sister: she is thy father's near kins- woman. 13 Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy mother's sister: for she is thy mother's near kins- woman. 14 Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy father's brother, thou shalt not approach to his wife: she is thine aunt. 15 Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy daughter in law: she is thy son's wife; thou shalt not uncover her nakedness. 16 Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy brother's wife: it is thy brother's nakedness. 17 Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of a woman and her daughter, neither shalt thou take her son's daughter, or her daughter's daughter, to uncover her nakedness; for they are her near kins- women : it is wickedness. IS Neither shalt thou take a wife to her sister, 91 Defile not yourself. LEVITICUS XIX. (19.) The fifth year. to vex her, to uncover her nakedness, beside the other in her life time. 19 Also thou shalt not approach unto a woman to uncover her nakedness, as long as she is put apart for her uncleanness. 20 Moreover thou shalt not lie carnally with thy neighbour's wife, to defile thyself with her. 21 And thou shalt not let any of thy seed pass through the fire to Molech, neither shalt thou pro- fane the name of thy God : I am the Lord. 22 Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind : it is abomination. 23 Neither shalt thou lie with any beast to de- file thyself therewith: neither shall any woman stand before a beast to lie down thereto: it is con- fusion. 24 Defile not ye yourself in any of these things : for in all these the nations are defiled which I cast out before you: 25 And the land is defiled: therefore I do visit the iniquity thereof upon it, and the land itself vomiteth out her inhabitants. 26 Ye shall, therefore keep my statutes and my judgments, and shall not commit any of these abominations ; neither any of your own nation, nor any stranger that sojourneth among you: 27 (For all these abominations have the men of the land done, which were before you, and the land is defiled;) 28 That the land spue not you out also, when ye defile it, as it spued out the nations that were before you. 29 For whosoever shall commit any, of these abominations, even the souls that commit them shall be cut off from among their people. 30 Therefore shall ye keep mine ordinance, that ye commit not any one of these abominable customs, which were committed before you, and that ye defile not yourselves therein:. I am the Lord your God. CHAPTER XIX. (19.) A repetition of sundry laws. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy : for I the Lord your God am, holy. 3 Ye shall fear every man his mother, and his father, and keep my sabbaths: I am the Lord your God. 4 Turn ye not unto idols, nor make to your- selves molten gods : I am the Lord your God. 5 And if ye offer a sacrifice of peace offerings unto the Lord, ye shall offer it at your own will. 6 It shall be eaten the same day ye offer it, and on the morrow: and if ought remain until the third day, it shall be burnt in the fire. 7 And if it, be eaten at all on the third day, it is abominable; it shall not be accepted. 8 Therefore every one that eateth it shall bear his iniquity, because he hath profaned the hal- lowed thing of the Lord: and that soul shall be cut off from among his people. 9 And when ye reap the harvest of your land, thou shalt not wholly reap the corners of thy field, neither shalt thou gather the gleanings of thy harvest. 10 And thou shalt not glean thy vineyard, neither shalt thou gather every grape of thy vine- yard; thou shalt leave them for the poor and stranger: I am the Lord your God. 11 Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another. 12 And ye shall not swear by my name falsely, neither shalt thou profane the name of thy God: I am the Lord. 13 Thou shalt not defraud thy neighbour, neither rob him: the wages of him that is hired shall not abide with thee all night until the morning. 14 Thou shalt not curse the deaf, nor put a stumblingblock before the blind, but shalt fear thy God: I am, the Lord., 15 Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judg- ment: thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honour the .person of , the mighty: but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour. 16 Thou shalt not go up and down as a tale- bearer among thy .people: neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbour: I am the Lord. 17 Thou shalt not hate thy brother in thine heart: thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy neigh- bour, and not suffer sin upon him. 18 Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the Lord. 19 Ye shall keep my statutes. Thou shalt not let thy cattle gender with a diverse kind: thou shalt not sow thy field with mingled seed: neither shall a garment mingled of linen and woollen come upon thee. 20 And whosoever lieth carnally with a wom- an, that is a bondmaid,. betrothed to an husband, and not at all redeemed, nor freedom given her; she shall be scourged, they shall not be put to death, because, she was not free. 21 And he shall bring his trespass offering un- to the Lord, unto the door of the tabernacle cf the congregation, even a ram for a trespass of- fering. 22 And the priest shall make an atonement for for him with the ram of the trespass offering be- fore the Lord for his sin which he hath done: and the sin which he hath done shall be forgiven him. 23 And when ye shall come into the land, and shall have planted all manner of trees for food, then ye shall count the fruit thereof as uncircum- cised: three years shall it be as uncircumcised unto you : it shall not be eaten of. 24 But in the fourth year all the fruit thereof shall be holy to praise the Lord withal. 25 And in the fifth year shall ye eat of the fruit thereof, that it may yield unto you the increase thereof: I am the Lord your God. 26 Ye shall not eat any thing with the blood: neither shall ye use enchantment, nor observe times. 92 Keep my Sabbaths. LEVITICUS XX. (20.) Land of milk and honey. 27 Ye shall not round the corners of your heads, neither shalt thou mar the corners of thy beard. 28 Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you : I am the Lord. 29 Do not prostitute thy daughter, to cause her to be a whore; lest the land fall to whoredom, and the land become full of wickedness. 30 Ye shall keep. my sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary: I am the Lord. ' 31 Regard not them that have familiar spirits, neither seek after wizards, to be defiled by them: I am the Lord your God. 32 Thou shalt rise up before .the hoary head, and honour the face of the old man, and fear thy God: I am the Lord. 33 And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not vex him. 34 But the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the Lord your God. 35 Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure. 36 Just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin, shall ye have: I am the Lord your God, which brought you out of the land of Egypt. 37 Therefore shall ye observe all my statutes, and all my judgments, and do them: I am the Lord. CHAPTER XX. (20.) 1 Of him that giveth of his seed to Molecb. 4 Of him that favoureth such an one. 6 Of going to wizards. Of sanctification. 9 Of him that curseth his parents. 10 Of adultery. 11, 14, 17, 19 Of incest. 33 Of sodomy. 15 Of beastiality. 18 Of uncleanness. 22 Obedience is required with holiness. 27 Wizards must be put to death. AND the Lord spake, unto Moses, saying, 2 Again, thou shalt say to the children of Israel, Whosoever he be of the children of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn in Israel, that giveth any of his seed unto Molech; he shall sure- ly be put to death: the people of the land, shall stone him with stones. 3 And I will set my face against that man, and will cut him off from among his people;. because he hath given of his seed unto Molech, to defile my sanctuary, and to' profane my holy, name. 4 And if the people of the land do any ways hide their eyes from the man, when he giveth of bis seed unto Molech, and kill him not: 5 Then I will set my face against that man, aud p gainst his family, and will cut him off, and all that go a whoring after him, to commit whoredom with Molech, from among their people. 6 And the soul that turneth after such as have familiar spirits, and after wizards, to go a whor- ing after them, I will even set my face against that soul, and will cut him off .from among his people. 7 Sanctify yourselves therefore, and be ye holy: for I am the Lord your God. 8 And ye shall ,keep my statutes, and do them : I am the Lord which sanctify you. 9 For every one that curseth his father or his mother shall be surely, put to death: he hath cursed his father or his mother; his blood shall be upon him. 10 And the man that committetb, adultery with another man's wife, even he that committeth adultery with his neighbour's wife, the, adulterer and the adultress shall surely be put to death. 11 And the man that lieth with his father's wife hath uncovered his father's nakedness: both of them shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them. 12 And if a man lie with, his daughter in law, both of them shall surely, be put to death: they have wrought confusion ; their blood shall be upon them. 13 If a man also lie with mankind as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death, their blood shall be upon them. 14 And if a man take a wife and her mother, it is wickedness: they shall be burnt with , fire, both he and they; that there be no wickedness among you. 15 And if a man lie with a beast, he shall sure- ly be put to death: and ye shall slay the beast. 16 And if a woman approach unto any beast, and lie down, thereto, thou shalt kill the woman, and the beast: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them. \ 17 And if a man shall ,take his sister, his father's daughter, or his mother's daughter, and see her nakedness, and she see his nakedness; it is a wicked thing; and they shall be cut off in the sight of their people: he hath uncovered his sis- ter's nakedness; he shall bear his iniquity. 18 And if a man, shall lie with a woman having her sickness, and shall uncover her nakedness; he hath discovered her fountain, and she hath un- covered the fountain of her blood: and both of them shall be cut off from among their people. 19 And thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy mother's sister, t nor of thy father's sister: for he uncovereth his near kin: they shall bear their iniquity. 20 And if a man shall lie with his uncle's,wife, he hath uncovered his uncle's nakedness: they shall bear their sin ; th.ej shall die childless. 21 And if a man shall take his brother's wife, it is an unclean thing: he hath uncovered his brother's nakedness; they shall be childless. 22 Ye shall therefore keep all my statutes, and all my judgments, and do them: that the land, whither I bring you to dwell therein, spue you not out. 23 And ye shall not walk in the manners of, the nation, which I cast out before you: for they com- mitted all these things, and therefore I abhorred them. 24 But I have said unto you, Ye shall inherit their land, and I will give it unto you to possess | it, a land that floweth with milk and honey: I am | 93 Stoning wizards. LEVITICUS XXI. (21) An unclean soul. the Lord your God, which have separated you from other people. 25 Ye shall therefore put difference between clean beasts and unclean, and between unclean fowls and clean: and ye shall not make your souls abominable by beast, or by fowl, or by any manner of living thing that creepeth on the ground, which I have separated from you as unclean. 26 And ye shall be holy unto me: for ,1 the Lord am holy, and have severed you from other people, that ye should be mine. 27 A, man also or woman that hath a familiar spirit, or that is a wizard, shall surely be put to death: they shall atone, them with stones: their blood shall be upon them. CHAPTER XXL (21.) 1 Of the priests' mourning. 6 Of their holiness. 8 Of their estimation. 7, 13 Of their marriages. 17 The priests that have blemishes must not minister in the sanctuary. AND the Lord said unto Moses, Speak unto the priests the sons of Aaron, and say unto them, There shall none be defiled for the dead among his people: 2 But for his kin, that is near unto him, that is, for his mother, and for his father, and for his son, and for his daughter, and for, his brother, 3 And for his sister a virgin,, that is nigh unto him, which hath had no husband ; for her may he be defiled. 4 But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself. 5 They shall not make baldness upon their head, neither shall they shave off the corner of their beard, nor make any cuttings in their flesh. 6 They shall be holy unto their God, and not profane the name of their God : for the offerings of the Lord made by fire, and the bread of their God, they do offer: therefore they shall be holy. 7 They shall not take a wife that is a whore, or profane; neither shall they take a woman put away from her husband: for he is holy unto his God. 8 Thou shalt sanctify him therefore; for he of- fereth the bread of thy God: he shall be holy unto thee : for I the Lord, which sanctify you, am holy. 9 And the daughter of any priest, if she pro- fane herself by playing the whore, she profaneth her father: she shall be burnt with fire. 10 And he that is the high priest among his brethren, upon whose head the anointing oil was poured, and that is consecrated to put on the gar- ments, shall not uncover his head, nor rend his clothes ; 11 Neither shall he go in to any dead body, nor defile himself for his father, or. for his mother; 12 Neither shall he go out of the sanctuary, nor profane the. sanctuary of his God; for the crown of the, anointing oil of his God is upon him: I am the Lord. 13 And he shall take a wife in her virginity. 14 A widow, or a divorced woman, or profane, or an harlot, these shall he not take : but he shall take a virgin of his own people to wife. 15 Neither shall he profane his seed among his people: for I the Lord do sanctify him. 16 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 17 Speak unto Aaron, saying, Whosoever he be of thy seed in their generations that hath any blemish, let him not approach to offer the bread of his God. 18 For whatsoever man he be that hath a blem- ish, he shall not approach: a blind man, or a lame, or he that hath a flat nose, or any thing super- fluous, 19 Or a man that is brokenfooted, or broken- handed, 20 Or crookbackt, or a dwarf, or that hath a blemish in his eye, or be scurvy, or scabbed, or hath his stones broken; 21 No man that hath a blemish of the seed of Aaron the priest shall come nigh to offer the of- ferings, of the Lord made by fire: he hath a blem- ish; he shall not come nigh to offer the bread of his God. 22 He shall eat the bread of his God, both of the most holy, and of the holy. 23 Only he shall not go in unto the vail, nor come nigh unto the altar, because he hath a blem- ish; that he profane not my sanctuaries: for I the Lord do sanctify , them. 24 And Moses told it unto Aaron, and to his sons, and unto all the children of IsraeL CHAPTER, XXII. (22.) 1 The priests in their uneleanness must abstain from the holy things. 6 How they shall be cleansed. 10 Who Of the priest's house may eat of the holy things. 17 The sacrifices must be without blemish. 26 The age of the sacrifice. 29 The law of eating the sacrifice of thanks- giving. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto Aaron and to' his sons that they separate themselves from the holy things of the children of Israel, and that they profane not my holy name in those things which they hallow unto me:, I am the Lord. 3 Say unto them, Whosoever he be of all your seed among your generations, that goeth.unto the holy things, which the children of Israel hallow unto the Lord, having his uneleanness upon him, that soul shall be, cut off from my presence: I am the Lord. 4 What man soever of the seed of Aaron is a leper, or hath a running issue; he shall not eat of the holy things, until he be clean. And whoso toucheth any thing that is unclean by the dead, or a man whose, seed goeth from him; 5 Or whosoever toucheth any creeping thing, whereby he may be made unclean, or a man of whom he may take uneleanness, whatsoever un- eleanness he hath; 6 The soul which hath touched any such shall be unclean until even, and shall not eat of the holy things, unless he wash his flesh with water. 7 And when the sun is down, he shall be clean, and shall afterward eat of the holy things; be- cause it is his food. 8 That which dieth of itself, or is torn with 94 Keep mine ordinance. LEVITICUS XXIII. (23.) Holy convocation. beasts, he shall not eat to defile ( himself there- with : I am the Lord. 9 They shall therefore keep mine ordinance, lest they bear sin for it, and die therefore, if they profane it : I the Lord do sanctify them. 10 There shall no stranger eat of the holy thing: a sojourner of the priest, or an hired ser- vant, shall not eat of the holy thing. 11 But if the priest buy any soul with hia money, he shall eat of it, and he that is born in his house: they shall eat of his meat. 12 If the priest's daughter also be married un- a stranger, she may not eat of an offering of the the holy things. 13 But if the priest's daughter be a widow, or divorced, and have no child, and is returned unto her father's house, as in her youth, she shall eat of her father's meat: but there shall no stranger eat thereof. 14 And if a man eat of the holy thing unwit- tingly, then he shall put the fifth part thereof unto it, and shall give it unto the priest with the holy thing. 15 And they shall not profane the holy things of the children of Israel, which they offer unto the Lord; 16 Or suffer them to bear the iniquity of tres- pass, when they eat their holy things: for I the Lord do sanctify them. 17 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 18 Speak unto Aaron, and to his sons, and unto all the children of Israel, and say unto them, Whatsoever he be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers in Israel, that will offer his oblation for all his vows, and for all his freewill offerings, which they will offer unto the Lord for a burnt offering ; 19 Ye shall offer at your own will a male with- out blemish, of the beeves, of the sheep, or of the goats. 20 But whatsoever hath a blemish, that shall ye not offer: for it shall not be acceptable for you. 21 And whosoever offereth a sacrifice of peace offerings unto the Lord to accomplish his vow, or a freewill offering in beeves or sheep, it shall be perfect to be accepted; there shall be no blemish therein. 22 Blind, or broken, or maimed, or having a wen, or scurvy, or scabbed, ye shall not offer these unto the Lord, nor make an offering by fire of them upon the altar unto the Lord, 23 Either a bullock or a lamb that hath any thing superfluous or lacking in his parts, that mayest thou offer for a freewill offering; but for a vow it shall not be accepted. 24 Ye shall not offer unto the Lord that which is bruised, or crushed, or broken, or cut; neither chall ye make any offering thereof in your land. 25 Neither from a stranger's hand shall ye offer the bread of your God of any of these; because their corruption is in them, and blemishes be in them : they shall not be accepted for you. 26 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 27 When a bullock, or a sheep, or a goat, is brought forth, then it shall be seven days under the dam ; and from the eighth day and thenceforth it shall be accepted for an offering made by fire unto the Lord. 28 And whether it be cow or ewe, ye shall not kill it and her young both in one day. 29 And when ye will offer a sacrifice of thanks- giving unto the Lord, offer it at your own will. 30 On the same day it shall be eaten up; ye shall leave none of it until the morrow : I am the Lord. 31 Therefore shall ye keep my commandments, and do them: I am the Lord. 32 Neither shall ye profane my holy name ; but I will be hallowed among the children of Israel: I am the Lord which hallow you, 33 That brought you out of the land of Egypt, to be your God : I am the Lord. CHAPTER XXni. (23.) 1 The feasts of the Lord. 3 The sabhath. 4 The pass- over. 9 The sheaf of flrstfruits. 15 The feast of Pente- cost. 22 Gleanings to be left for the poor. 23 The feast of trumpets. 26 The day of atonement. 33 The feast of tabernacles. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, Concerning the feasts of the Lord, which ye shall proclaim to be holy convocations, even these are my feasts. 3 Six days shall work be done: but the seventh day is the sabbath of rest, an holy convocation ; ye shall do no work therein : it is the sabbath of the Lord in all your dwellings. 4 These are the feasts of the Lord, even holy convocations, which ye shall! proclaim in their seasons. 5 In the fourteenth day of the first month at even is the Lord's passover. 6 And on the fifteenth day of the same month is the feast of unleavened bread unto the Lord: seven days ye must eat unleavened bread. 7 In the first day ye shall have an holy convo- cation : ye shall do no servile work therein. 8 But ye shall offer an offering made by fire unto the Lord seven days: in the seventh day is an holy convocation: ye shall do no servile work therein. 9 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 10 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When ye be come into the land which I give unto you, and shall reap the harvest there- of, then ye shall bring a sheaf of the flrstfruits of your harvest unto the priest: 11 And he shall wave the sheaf before the Lord, to be accepted for you : on the morrow after the sabbath the priest shall wave it. 12 And ye shall offer that day when ye wave the sheaf an he lamb without blemish of the first year for a burnt offering unto the Lord. 13 And the meat offering thereof shall be two tenth deals of fine flour mingled with oil, an offer- ing made by Are unto the Lord for a sweet savour: and the drink offering thereof shall be of wine, the fourth part of an hin. 95 ■B JffSgo p <o n> b* rt- *- 5-3 £ p * g=« S • B cr p » ft H a ►,.« -.£.© p ft a> Pi ~8,W co a o r+ >-J> J— ' i » K" B b' P '«W B 2 S'rf. opa E g,» B P i-j pg-3 C ^ P< § °« ft & 2 O ^oo ft l-b c±£V p oo B CB r+"B » gto B O E- - " M.CC B a — ~ 1 3 • 5 eg ^.p B (b redeem it; 27 Then let him count the years of the sale thereof, and restore the overplus unto the man to whom he sold it; that he may return unto his pos- session. 28 But if he be not able to restore it to him, then that which is sold shall remain in the hand of him that hath bought it until the year of ju- bile: and in the jubile it shall go out, and he shall return uuto his possession. 29 And if a man sell a dwelling house in a walled city, then he may redeem it within a whole year after it is sold ; within a full year may he re- deem it. 30 And if it be not redeemed within the space of a full year, then the house that is in the walled city shall be established for ever to him that bought it throughout his generations: it shall not go out in the jubile. 31 But the houses of the villages which have no wall round about them shall be counted as the fields of the country; they may be redeemed, and they shall go out in the jubile. 32 Notwithstanding the cities of the Levites, and the houses of the cities of their possession, may the Levites redeem at any time. 33 And if a man purchase of the Levites, then the house that was sold, and the city of his pos- session, shall go out in the year of jubile: for the houses of the cities of the Levites are their pos- session among the children of Israel. 34 But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold ; for it is their perpetual posses- sion. 35 And if thy brother be waxen poor, and fallen in decay with thee; then thou shalt relieve him: yea, though he be a stranger, or a sojourner; that he may live with thee. 36 Take thou no usury of him, or increase: but fear thy God; that thy brother may live with thee. 37 Thou shalt not give him thy money upon usury, nor lend him thy victuals for increase. 38 I am the Lord your God, which brought you forth out of the land of Egypt, to give you the land of Canaan, and to be your God. 39 And if thy brother that dwelleth by thee be waxen poor, and be sold unto thee ; thou shalt not compel him to serve as a bondservant: 40 But as an hired servant, and as a sojourner, he shall be with thee, and shall serve thee unto the year of jubile: 41 And then shall he depart from thee, both he and his children with him, and shall return unto his own family, and unto the possession of his fathers shall he return. 42 For they are my servants, which I brought forth out of the land of Egypt: they shall not be sold as bondmen. 43 Thou shalt not rule over him with rigour; but shalt fear thy God. 44 Both thy bondmen, and thy bondmaids, which thou shalt have, shall be of the heathen that are round about you; of them shall ye buy bondmen and bondmaids. 45 Moreover of the children of the strangers that do sojourn among you, of them shall ye buy, and of their families that are with you, which they begat in your land: and they shall be your possession. 46 And ye shall take them as an inheritance for your children after you, to inherit them for a possession; they shall be your bondmen for ever: but over your brethren the children of Israel, ye shall not rule one over another with rigour. 47 And if a sojourner or stranger wax rich by thee, and thy brother that dwelleth by him wax poor, and sell himself unto the stranger or so- journer by thee, or to the stock of the stranger's family : 48 After that he is sold he may be redeemed again ; one of his brethren may redeem him : 49 Either his uncle, or his uncle's son, may re- deem him, or any that is nigh of kin unto him of his family may redeem him; or if he be able, he may redeem himself. 50 And he shall reckon with him that bought him from the year that he was sold to him unto the year of jubile : and the price of his sale shall be ac- cording unto the number of years, according to the time of an hired servant shall it be with him, 51 If there be yet many years behind, accord- ing unto them he shall give again the price of his redemption out of the money that he was bought for. 52 And if there remain but few years unto the year of jubile, then he shall count with him, and according unto his years shall he give him again the price of his redemption. 53 And as a yearly hired servant shall he be with him : and the other shall not rule with rigour over him in thy sight. 54 And if he be not redeemed in these years, 98 » -. * I am the Lord. LEVITICUS, XXVI. (26.) They shall flee. T then he shall go out in the year of jubile, both he, and his children with him. 55 For unto me the children of Israel are ser- vants; they are my servants whom I brought forth out of the land of Egypt: I am the Lord your God. CHAPTER XXVI. (20.) 1 Of idolatry. 2 Religiousness. 3 A blessing to them that keep the commandments. 14 A curse to those that break them. 40 God promiseth to remember them that repent. YE shall make you no idols nor graven image, neither rear you up a standing image, neither shall ye set up any image of stone in your land, to bow down unto it: for I am the Lord your God. 2 Ye shall keep my sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary: I am the Lord. 3 If ye walk in my statutes, and keep my com- mandments, and do them; 4 Then I will give you rain in due season, and the land shall yield her increase, and the trees of the field shall yield their fruit. 5 And your threshing shall reach unto the vint- age, and the vintage shall reach unto the sowing time: and ye shall eat your bread to the full, and dwell in your land safely. 6 And I will give peace in the land, and ye shall lie down, and none shall make you afraid: and I will rid evil beasts out of the land, neither shall the sword go through your land. 7 And ye shall chase your enemies, and they shall fall before you by the sword. 8 And five of you shall chase an hundred, and an hundred of you shall put ten thousand to flight: and your enemies shall fall before you by the sword. 9 For I will have respect unto you, and make you fruitful, and multiply you, and establish my covenant with you. 10 And ye shall eat old store, and bring forth the old because of the new. 11 And I will set my tabernacle among you: and my soul shall not abhor you. 12 And I will walk among you, and will be your God, and ye shall be my people, 13 I am the Lord your God, which brought you forth out of the land of Egypt, that ye should not be their bondmen ; and I have broken the bands of your yoke, and made you go upright. 14 But if ye will not hearken unto me, and will not do all these commandments; 15 And if ye shall despise my statutes, or if your soul abhor my judgments, so that ye will not do all my commandments, but that ye break my covenant: 16 I also will do this unto you; I will even ap- point over you terror, consumption, and the burn- ing ague, that shall consume the eyes, and cause sorrow of heart: and ye shall sow your seed in vain, for your enemies shall eat it. 17 And I will set my face against you, and ye shall be slain before your enemies: they that hate you shall reitm over you; and ye shall flee when none pursueth you. L. OFC. IS And if ye will not yet for all this hearken unto me, then I will punish you seven times more for your sins. 19 And I will break the pride of your power; and I will make your heaven as iron, and your earth as brass: 20 And your strength shall be spent in vain: for your land shall not yield her increase, neither shall the trees of the land yield their fruits. 21 And if ye walk contrary unto me, and will not hearken unto me; I will bring seven times more plagues upon you according to your sins. 22 I will also send wild beasts among you, which shall rob you of your children, and destroy your cattle, and make you few in number; and. your high ways shall be desolate. 23 And if ye will not be reformed by me by these things, but will walk contrary unto me; .24 Then will I also walk contrary unto you, and will punish you yet seven times for your sins. 25 And I will bring a sword upon you, that shall avenge the quarrel of my covenant: and when ye are gathered together within your cities, I will send the pestilence among you; and ye shall be delivered into the hand of the enemy. 26 And when I have broken the staff of your bread, ten women shall bake your bread in one oven, and they shall deliver you your bread again by weight: and ye shall eat, and not be satisfied. 27 And if ye will not for all this hearken unto me, but walk contrary unto me; 28 Then I will walk contrary unto you also in fury; and I, even I, will chastise you seven times for your sins. 29 And ye shall eat the flesh of your sons, and the flesh of your daughters shall ye eat. 30 And I will destroy your high places, and cut down your images, and cast your carcases upon the carcases of your idols, and my soul shall ab- hor you. 31 And I will make your cities waste, and bring your sanctuaries unto desolation, and I will not smell the savour of your sweet odours. 32 And I will bring the land into desolation: and your enemies which dwell therein shall be astonished at it. 33 And I will scatter you among the heathen, and will draw out a sword after you: and your land shall be desolate, and your cities waste. 34 Then shall the land enjoy her sabbaths, as long as it lieth desolate, and ye be in your ene* mies' land; even then shall the land rest, and en- joy her sabbaths. 35 As long as it lieth desolate it shall rest; be- cause it did not rest in your sabbaths, when ye dwelt upon it. 36 And upon them that are left alive of you I will send a faintness into their hearts in the lands of their enemies ; and the sound of a shaken leaf shall chase them; and they shall flee, as fleeing from a sword ; and they shall fall when none pur- sueth. 37 And they shall fall one upon another, as it were before a sword, when none pursueth: and ye 09 Ye shall perish. LEVITICUS, XXVII. (27.) Return of the land. shall have no power to stand before your enemies. 38 And ye shall perish among the heathen, and the land of your enemies shall eat you up. 39 And they that are left of you shall pine away in their iniquity in your enemies' lands; and also in the iniquities of their fathers shall they pine away with them. 40 If they shall confess their iniquity, and the iniquity of their fathers, with their trespass which they trespassed against me, and that also they have walked contrary unto me; 41 And that I also have walked contrary unto them, and have brought them into the land of their enemies; if then their uncircumcised hearts be humbled, and they then accept of the punish- ment of their iniquity: 42 Then will I remember my covenant with Jacob, and also my covenant with Isaac, and also my covenant with Abraham will I remember; and I will remember the land. 43 The land also shall be left of them, and shall enjoy her sabbaths, while she lieth desolate with- out them: and they shall accept of the punish- ment of their iniquity: because, even because they despised my judgments, and because their soul abhorred my statutes. 44 And yet for all that, when they be in the land of their enemies, I will not cast them away, neither will I abhor them, to destroy them utter- ly, and to break my covenant with them : for I am the Lord their God. 45 But I will for their sakes remember the covenant of their ancestors, whom I brought forth out of the land of Egypt in the sight of the heathen, that I might be their God: I am the Lord. 46 These are the statutes and judgments and laws, which the Lord made between him and the children of Israel in mount Sinai by the hand of Moses. CHAPTER XXVII. (27.) 1 He that maketh a singular vow must be the Lord's. 2 The esimatian of the person. 9 Of a beast given by vow. 14 Of a house. 16 Of a field, and the redemption thereof. 28 No devoted thing may be redeemed. :J2 The tithe may not be changed. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When a man shall make a singu- lar vow, the persons shall be for the Lord by thy estimation. 3 And thy estimation shall be of the male from twenty years old even unto sixty years old, even thy estimation shall be fifty shekels of silver, after the shekel of the sanctuary. 4 And if it be a female, then thy estimation shall be thirty shekels. 5 And if it be from five years old even unto twenty years old, then thy estimation shall be of the male twenty shekels, and for the female ten shekels. 6 And if it be from a month old even unto five years old, then thy estimation shall be of the male five shekels of silver, and for the female thy esti- mation shall be three shekels of silver. 7 And if it be from sixty years old and above; if it be a male, then thy estimation shall be fifteen shekels, and for the female ten shekels. 8 But if he be poorer than thy estimation, then he shall present himself before the priest, and the priest shall value him; according to his ability that vowed shall the priest value him. 9 And if it be a beast, whereof men bring an offering unto the Lord, all that any man giveth of such unto the Lord shall be holy. 10 He shall not alter it, nor change it, a good for a bad, or a bad for a good: and if he shall at all change beast for beast, then it and the ex- change thereof shall be holy. 11 And if it be any unclean beast, of which they do not offer a sacrifice unto the Lord, then he shall present the beast before the priest: 12 And the priest shall value it, whether it be good or bad : as thou valuest it, who art the priest, so shall it be. 13 But if he will at all redeem it, then he shall add a fifth part thereof unto thy estimation. 14 And when a man shall sanctify his house to be holy unto the Lord, then the priest shall esti- mate it, whether it be good or bad: as the priest shall estimate it, so shall it stand. 15 And if he that sanctified it will redeem his house, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy estimation unto it, and it shall be his. 16 And if a man shall sanctify unto the Lord some part of a field of his possession, then thy estimation shall be according to the seed thereof: an homer of barley seed shall be valued at fifty shekels of silver. 17 If he sanctify his field from the year of ju- bile, according to thy estimation it shall stand. 18 But if he sanctify his field after the jubile, then the priest shall reckon unto him the money according to the years that remain, even unto the year of the jubile, and it shall be abated from thy estimation. 19 And if he that sanctified the field will in any wise redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy estimation unto it, and it shall be assured to him. 20 And if he will not redeem the field, or if he have sold the field to another man, it shall not be redeemed any more. 21 But the field, when it goeth out in the jubile, shall be holy unto the Lord, as a field devoted; the possession thereof shall be the priest's. 22 And if a man sanctify unto the Lord a field which he hath bought, which is not of the fields of his possession; 23 Then the priest shall reckon unto him the worth of thy estimation, even unto the year of the jubile: and he shall give thine estimation in that dav, as a holy thing unto the Lord. 24 In the year of the jubile the field shall re- turn unto him of whom it was bought, even to him to whom the possession of the land did belong. 100 Twenty gerahs a shekel. NUMBERS. I. (1.) Children of Gad. 25 And all thy estimations shall be according to the shekel of the sanctuary: twenty gerahs shall be the shekel. 26 Only the firstling of the beasts, which should be the Lord's firstling, no man shall sancti- fy it; whether it be ox, or sheep: it is the Lord's 27 And if it be of an unclean beast, then he shall redeem it according to thine estimation, and shall add a fifth part of it thereto : or if it be not redeemed, then it. shall be sold according to thy estimation. 28 Notwithstanding no devoted thing, that a man shall devote unto the Lord of all that he hath, both of man and beast, and of the field of his possession, shall be sold or redeemed: every devoted thing is most holy unto the Lord. 29 None devoted, which shall be devoted of men, shall be redeemed; but shall surely be put to death. 30 And all the tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land, or of the fruit of the tree, is the Lord's: it is holy unto the Lord. 31 And if a man will at all redeem ought of his tithes, he shall add thereto the fifth part thereof. 32 And concerning the tithe of the herd, or of the flock, even of whatsoever passeth under the rod, the tenth shall be holy unto the Lord. 33 He shall not search whether it be good or bad, neither shall he change it: and if he change it at all, then both it and the change thereof shall be holy ; it shall not be redeemed. 34 These are the commandments, which the Lord commanded Moses for the children of Israel in mount Sinai. THE FOURTH BOOK OF MOSES, CALLED NUMBERS. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 God commandeth Moses to number the people. 5 The princes of the tribes. 17 The number of every trihn. 47 The Levites are exempted for the service of the Lord. AND the Lord spake unto Moses in the wil- derness of Sinai, in the tabernacle of the congregation, on the first day of the second month, in the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying, 2 Take ye the sum of all the congregation of the children of Israel, after their families, by the house of their fathers, with the number of their names, every male by their polls; 3 From tvv enty years old and upward, all that are able to go forth to war in Israel: thou and Aaron shall number them by their armies. 4 And with you there shall be a man of every tribe ; every one head of the house of his fathers. 5 And these are the names of the men that shall stand with you: of the tribe of Reuben; Elizur the son of Shedeur. 6 Of Simeon ; Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. 7 Of Judah; Nahshon the son of Amminadab. 8 Of Issachar; Nethaneel the son of Zuar. 9 Of Zebulun; Eliab the son of Helon. 10 Of the children of Joseph: of Ephraim; Elishama the son of Ammihud: of Manasseh; Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur. 11 Of Benjamin; Abidan the son of Gideoni. 12 Of Dan ; Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai. 13 Of Asher; Pagiel the son of Ocran. 14 Of Gad; Eliasaph the son of Deuel. 15 Of Naphtali; Ahira the son of Enan. 16 These were the renowned of the congrega- tion, princes of the tribes of their fathers, heads of thousands in Israel. 17 And Moses and Aaron took these men which are expressed by their names: 18 And they assembled all the congregation to- gether on the first day of the second month, and thev declared their pedigrees after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, by their polls. 19 As the Lord commanded Moses,_so he num- bered them in the wilderness of Sinai. 20 And the children of Reuben, Israel's eldest son, but their generations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the num- ber of the names, by their polls, every male from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 21 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Reuben, were forty and six thousand and five hundred. 22 Of the children of Simeon, by their genera- tions, after their families, by the house of their fathers, those that were numbered of them, ac- cording to the number of the names, by their polls, every male from twenty years old and up- ward, all that were able to go fovth to war; 23 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Simeon, were fifty and nine thousand and three hundred. 24 Of the children of Oad, by their generations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, 101 f — Children of Judah. NUMBERS, II. (2.) The Lord spake unto Hoses. according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 25 Those that were numberedof them, even of the tribe of Gad, were forty and five thousand six hundred and fifty. 26 Of the children of Judah, by their genera- tions, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 27 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Judah, were threescore and fourteen thousand and six hundred. 28 Of the children of Issachar, by their genera- tions, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 29 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Issachar, were fifty and four thousand and four hundred. 30 Of the children of Zebulun, by their genera- tions, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all" that were able to go forth to war; 31 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Zebulun, were fifty and seven thous- and and four hundred. 32 Of the children of Joseph, namely, of the children of Ephraim, by their generations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, ac- cording to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 33 Those that were numbered of them, even cf the tribe of Ephraim, were forty thousand and five hundred. 34 Of the children of Manasseh, by their gen- erations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 35 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Manasseh, were thirty and two thous- and and two hundred. 36 Of the children of Benjamin, by their gen- erations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 37 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Benjamin, were thirty and five thousand and four hundred. 38 Of the children of Dan, by their generations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names', from twen- ty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 39 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Ban, were threescore and two thous- and and seven hundred. 40 Of the children of Asher, by their genera- tions, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war ; 41 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Asher, were forty and one thousand and five hundred. 42 Of the children of Naphtali, throughout their generations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war; 43 Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Naphtali, were fifty and three thous- and and four hundred. 44 These are those that were numbered, which Moses and Aaron numbered, and the princes of Israel, being twelve men: each one was for the house of his fathers. 45 So were all those that were numbered of the children of Israel, by the house of their fathers, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war in Israel ; 46 Even all they that were numbered were six hundred thousand and three thousand and five hundred and fifty. 47 But the Levites after the tribe of their fathers were not numbered among them. 48 For the Lord had spoken unto Moses, saying, 49 Only thou shalt not number the tribe of Levi, neither take the sum of them among the children of Israel : 50 But thou shalt appoint the Levites over the tabernacle of testimony, and over all the vessels thereof, and over all things that belong to it: they shall bear the tabernacle, and all the vessels thereof; and they shall minister unto it, and shall encamp round about the tabernacle. 51 And when the tabernacle setteth forward, the Levites shall take it down: and when the tabernacle is to be pitched, the Levites shall set it up: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death. 52 And the children of Israel shall pitch their tents, every man by his own camp, and every man by his own standard, throughout their hosts. 53 But the Levites shall pitch round about the tabernacle of testimony, that there be no wrath upon the congregation of the children of Israel: and the Levites shall keep the charge of the tabernacle of testimony. 54 And the children of Israel did according to all that the Lord commanded Moses, so did they. CHAPTER n. (2J The order of the tribes in their tents. AND the Lord spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying, 2 Every man of the children of Israel shall pitch by his own standard, with the ensign of their father's house: far off about the tabernacle of the congregation shall they pitch. 3 And on the east side toward the rising of the sun shall they of the standard of the camp of Ju- dah pitch throughout their armies: and Nahshon 10a J Nashon to be captain. NUMBERS. III. (3.) Levites were net numbered. the son of Amminadab shall be captain of the children of Judah. 4 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were threescore and fourteen thousand and six hundred. 5 And those that do pitch next unto him shall be the tribe of Issachar: and Nethaneel the son of Zuar shall be captain of the children of Issachar. 6 And hi3 host, and those that were numbered thereof, were fifty and four thousand and four hundred. 7 Then the tribe of Zebulun: and Eliab the son of Helon shall be captain of the children of Ze- bulun. 8 And his host, and those that were numbered thereof, were fifty and seven thousand and four hundred. 9 All that were numbered in the camp of Ju- dah were an hundred thousand and fourscore thousand and six thousand and four hundred, throughout their armies. These shall first set forth. 10 On the south side shall be the standard of the camp of Reuben according to their armies: and the captain of the children of Reuben shall be Elizur the son of Shedeur. 11 And his host, and those that were num- bered thereof, were forty and six thousand and five hundred. 12 And those which pitch by him shall be the tribe of Simeon: and the captain of the children of Simeon shall be Shelumiel the son of Zurishad- dai. 13 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were fifty and nine thousand and three hundred. 14 Then the tribe of Gad: and the captain of the sons of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel. 15 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were forty and five thousand and six hundred and fifty. 16 All that were numbered in the camp of Reu ben were an hundred thousand and fifty and one thousand and four hundred and fifty, throughout their armies. And they shall set forth in the sec- ond rank. 17 Then the tabernacle of the congregation shall set forward with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camp: as they encamp, so shall they set forward, every man in his place by their standards. 18 On the west side shall be the standard of the camp of Ephraim according to their armies: and the captain of the sons of Ephraim shall be Elishama the son of Ammihud. 19 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were forty thousand and five hundred. 20 And by him shall be the tribe of Manasseh : and the captain of the children of Manasseh shall be Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur. 21 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were thirty and two thousand and two hundred. 22 Then the tribe of Benjamin: and the cap- tain of the sons of Benjamin shall be Abidan the son of Gideoni. 23 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were thirty and five thousand and four hundred. 24 All that were numbered of the camp of Ephraim were an hundred thousand and eight thoiisand and an hundred, throughout their armies. And they shall go forward in the third rank. 25 The standard of the camp of Dan shall be on the north side by their armies : and the captain of the children of Dan shall be Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai. 26 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were threescore and two thousand and seven hundred. 27 And those that encamp by him shall be the tribe of Asher: and the captain of the children of Asher shall be Pagiel the son of Ocran. 28 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were forty and one thousand and five hundred. 29 Then the tribe of Naphtali : and the captain of the children of Naphtali shall be Ahira the son of Enan. 30 And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were fifty and three thousand and four hundred. 31 All they that were numbered in the camp of Dan were an hundred thousand and fifty and seven thousand and six hundred. They shall go hindmost with their standards. 32 These are those which were numbered of the children of Israel by the house of their fathers: all those that were numbered of the camps throughout their hosts were six hundred thous- and and three thousand and five hundred and fifty. 33 But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel; as the Lord commanded Moses. 34 And the children of Israel did according to all that the Lord commanded Moses: so they pitched by their standards, and so they set for- ward, every one after their families, according to the house of their fathers. CHAPTER III. (3.) 1 The sons of Aaron. 5 The Levites are given to the priests for the service of the tabernacle, 11 instead, of the firstborn. 14 The Levites are numbered by their families. 21 The families, number, and charge of the Gershonites, 27 of the Kohathites, 33 of the Merarites. 38 The place and charge of Moses and Aaron. 40 The firstborn are freed by the Levites. 44 The overplus are redeemed. THESE also are the generations of Aaron and Moses in the day that the Lord spake with Moses in mount Sinai. 2 And these are the names of the sons of Aaron ; Nadab the firstborn, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. 103 Sons of Aaron. NUMBERS, III. (3.) Custody of tabernacle. 3 These are the names of the sons of Aaron, the priests which were anointed, whom he conse- crated to minister in the priest's office. 4 And Nadab and Abihu died before the Lord, when they offered strange fire before the Lord, in the wilderness of Sinai, and they had no children: and Eleazar and Ithamar ministered in the priest's office in the sight of Aaron their father. 5 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 6 Bring the tribe of Levi near, and present them before Aaron the priest, that they may min- ister unto him. 7 And they shall keep his charge, and the charge of the whole congregation before the tabernacle of the congregation, to do the service of the tabernacle. 8 And they shall keep all the instruments of the tabernacle of the congregation, and the charge of the children of Israel, to do the service of the tabernacle. 9 And thou shalt give the Levites unto Aaron and to his sons: they are wholly given unto him out of the children of Israel. 10 And thou shalt appoint Aaron and his sons, and they shall wait on their priest's office: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death. 11 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 12 And I, behold, I have taken the Levites from among the children of Israel instead of all the firstborn that openeth the matrix among the children of Israel : therefore the Levites shall be mine; 13 Because all the firstborn are mine; for on the day that I smote all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I hallowed unto me all the firstborn in Israel, both man and beast: mine shall they be: I am the Lord. 14 And the Lord spake unto Moses in the wil- derness of Sinai, saying, 15 Number the children of Levi after the house of their fathers, by their families: every male from a month old and upward shalt thou number them. 16 And Moses numbered them according to the word of the Lord, as he was commanded. 17 And these were the sons of Levi by their names; Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari. 18 And these are the names of the sons of Ger- shon by their families ; Libni, and Shimei. 19 And the sons of Kohath by their families; Amram, and Izehar, Hebron, and Uzziel. 20 And the sons of Merari by their families; Mahli, and Mushi. These are the families of the Levites according to the house of their fathers. 21 Of Gershon was the family of the Libnites. and the family of the Shimites: these are the families of the Gershonites. 22 Those that were numbered of them, accord- ing to the number of all the males, from a month old and upward, even those that were numbered of them were seven thousand and five hundred. 23 The families of the Gershonites shall pitch behind the tabernacle westward. 24 And the chief of the house of the father of the Gershonites shall be Eliasaph the son of Lael. 25 And the charge of the sons of Gershon in the tabernacle of the congregation shall be the tabernacle, and the tent, the covering thereof, and the hanging for the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, 26 And the hangings of the court, and the cur- tain for the door of the court, which is by the tabernacle, and by the altar round about, and the cords of it for all the service thereof. 27 And of Kohath was the family of the Am- ramites, and the family of the Izeharites, and the family of the Hebronites, and the family of the Uzzielites: these are the families of the Ko- hathites. 28 In the number of all the males, from a month old and upward, were eight thousand and six hundred, keeping the charge of the sanctuary. 29 The families of the sons of Kohath shall pitch on the side of the tabernacle southward. 30 And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. 31 And their charge shall be the ark, and the table, and the candlestick, and the altars, and the vessels of the sanctuary wherewith they minister, and the hanging, and all the service thereof. 32 And Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest shall be chief over the chief of the Levites, and have the oversight of them that keep the charge of the sanctuary. 33 Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites : these are the fam- ilies of Merari. 34 And those that were numbered of them, ac- cording to the number of all the males, from a month old and upward, were six thousand and two hundred. 35 And the chief of the house of the father of the families of Merari was Zuriel the son of Abi- hail: these shall pitch on the side of the taber- nacle northward. 36 And under the custody and charge of the sons of Merari shall be the boards of the taber- nacle, and the bars thereof, and the pillars there- of, and the sockets thereof, and all the vessels thereof, and all that serveth thereto, 37 And the pillars of the court round about, and their sockets, and their pins, and their cords. 38 But those that encamp before the taber- nacle toward the east, even before the tabernacle of the congregation eastward, shall be Moses, and Aaron and his sons, keeping the charge of the sanctuary for the charge of the children of Israel; and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death. 39 All that were numbered of the Levites, which Moses and Aaron numbered at the com- mandment of the Lord, throughout their families, all the males from a month old and upward, were twenty and two thousand. 40 And the Lord said unto Moses, Number all the firstborn of the males of the children of Israel from a month old and upward, and take the num- ber of their names. 104 Number the firstborn. 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Lest they die. 41 And thou shalt take the Levites for me (I am the Lord) instead of all the firstborn among the children of Israel; and the cattle of the Le- vites instead of all the firstlings among the cattle of the children of Israel. 42 And Moses numbered, as the Lord com- manded him, all the firstborn among the children of Israel. 43 And all the firstborn males by the number of names, from a month old and upward, of those that were numbered of them, were twenty and two thousand two hundred and threescore and thirteen. 44 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 45 Take the Levites instead of all the firstborn among the children of Israel, and the cattle of the Levites instead of their cattle; and the Le- vites shall be mine: I am the Lord. 46 And for those that are to be redeemed of the two hundred and threescore and thirteen of the firstborn of the children of Israel, which are more than the Levites; 47 Thou shalt even take five shekels apiece by the poll, after the shekel of the sanctuary shalt thou take them: (the shekel is twenty gerahs:) 48 And thou shalt give the money, wherewith the odd number of them is to be redeemed, unto Aaron and to his sons. 49 And Moses took the redemption money of them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites: 50 Of the firstborn of the children of Israel took he the money; a thousand three hundred and threescore and five shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary: 51 And Moses gave the money of them that were redeemed unto Aaron and to his sons, ac- cording to the word of the Lord, as the Lord com- manded Moses. CHAPTER IV. (4.) 1 The age and time of the Levites' service. 4 The car- riage of the Kohathites, when the priests have taken down the tabernacle. 16 The charge of Eleazar. 17 The office of the priests. 21 The carriage of the 3er- shonites. 29 The carriage of the Merarites. 34 The number of the Kohathites, 38 of the Gershonites, 42 and of the Merarites. AND the Lord spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying, 2 Take the sum of the sons of Kohath from among the sons of Levi, after their families, by the house of their fathers, 3 From thirty years old and upward even until fifty years old, all that enter into the host, to do the work in the tabernacle of the congregation. 4 This shall be the service of the sons of Ko- hath in the tabernacle of the congregation, about the most holy things: 5 And when the camp setteth forward, Aaron shall come, and his sons, and they shall take down the covering vail, and cover the ark of testi- mony with it: 6 And shall put thereon the covering of badgers' skins, and shall spread over it a cloth wholly of blue, and shall put in the staves thereof. 7 And upon the table of shewbread they shall spread a cloth of blue, and put thereon the dishes, and the spoons, and the bowls, and covers to cover withal : and the continual bread shall be thereon : 8 And they shall spread upon them a cloth of scarlet, and cover the same with a covering of badgers' skins, and shall put in the staves thereof. 9 And they shall take a cloth of blue, and cover the candlestick of the light, and his lamps, and his tongs, and his snuffdishes, and all the oil ves- sels thereof, wherewith they minister unto it. 10 And they shall put it and all the vessels thereof within a covering of badgers' skins, and shall put it upon a bar. •11 And upon the golden altar they shall spread a cloth of blue, and cover it with a covering of badgers' skins, and shall put to the staves thereof: 12 And they shall take all the instruments of ministry ,wherewith they minister in the sanctu- ary, and put them in a cloth of blue, and cover them with a covering of badgers' skins, and shall put them on a bar: 13 And they shall take away the ashes from the altar, and spread a purple cloth thereon : 14 And they shall put upon it all the vessels thereof, wherewith they minister about it, even the censers, the fleshhooks, and the shovels, and the basons, all the vessels of the altar; and they shall spread upon it a covering of badgers' skins, and put to the staves of it. 15 And when Aaron and his sons have made an end of covering the sanctuary, and all the vessels of the sanctuary, as the camp is to set forward; after that, the sons of Kohath shall come to bear it: but they shall not touch any holy thing, lest they die. These things are the burden of the sons of Kohath in the tabernacle of the congrega- tion. 1G And to the office of Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest pertaineth the oil for the light, and the sweet incense, and the daily meat offering, and the anointing oil, and the oversight of all the tabernacle, and of all that therein is, in the sanctuary, and in the vessels thereof. 17 And the Lord spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying, 18 Cut ye not off the tribe of the families of the Kohathites from among the Levites: 19 But thus do unto them, that they may live, and not die, when they approach unto the most holy things: Aaron and his sons shall go in, and appoint them every one to his service and to his burden : 20 But they shall not go in to see when the holy things are covered, lest they die. 21 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 22 Take also the sum of the sons of Gershon, throughout the houses of their fathers, by their families; 105 Gershonites' service. NUMBERS, V. (5.) Driving out lepers. I 23 From thirty years old and upward until fifty years old shalt thou number them; all that enter in to perform the service, to do the work in the tabernacle of the congregation. 24 This is the service of the families of the Gershonites, to serve, and for burdens: 25 And they shall bear the curtains of the tabernacle, and the tabernacle of the congrega- tion, his covering, and the covering of the badg- ers' skins that is above upon it, and the hanging for the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, 26 And the hangings of the court, and the hanging . for the door of the gate of the court, which is by the tabernacle and by the altar round about, and their cords, and all the instru- ments of their service, and all that is made for them: so shall they serve. 27 At the appointment of Aaron and his sons shall be all the service of the sons of the Ger- shonites, in all their burdens, and in all their service: and ye shall appoint unto them in charge all their burdens. 28 This is the service of the families of the sons of Gershon in the tabernacle of the congregation: and their charge shall be under the hand of Itha- mar the son of Aaron the priest. 29 As for the sons of Merari, thou shalt num- ber them after their families, by the house of their fathers; 30 From thirty years old and upward even unto fifty years old shalt thou number them, every one that entereth into the service, to do the work of the tabernacle of the congregation. 31 And this is the charge of their burden, ac- cording to all their service in the tabernacle of the congregation; the boards of the tabernacle, and the bars? thereof, and the pillars thereof, and sockets thereof, 32 And the pillars of the court round about, and their sockets, and their pins, and their cords, with all their instruments, and with all their ser- vice: and by name ye shall reckon the instru- ments of the charge of their burden. 33 This is the service of the families of the sons of Merari, according to all their service, in the tabernacle of the congregation, under the hand of Ithamar the son of Aaron the priest. 34 And Moses and Aaron and the chief of the congregation numbered the sons of the Kohath- ites after their families, and after the house of their fathers, 35 From thirty years old and upward even un- to fifty years old, every one that entereth into the service, for the work in the tabernacle of the congregation : 36 And those that were numbered of them by their families were two thousand seven hundred and fifty. 37 These were they that were numbered of the families of the Kohathites, all that might do ser- vice in the tabernacle of the congregation, which Moses and Aaron did number according to the commandment of the Lord by the hand of Moses. 38 And those that were numbered of the sons of Gershon, throughout their families, and by the house of their fathers, 39 From thirty years old and upward even unto fifty years old, every one that entereth into the service, for the work in the tabernacle of the congregation, 40 Even those that were numbered of them, throughout their families, by the house of their fathers, were two thousand and six hundred and thirty. 41 These are they that were numbered of the families of the sons of Gershon, of all that might do service in the tabernacle of the congregation, whom Moses and Aaron did number according to the commandment of the Lord. 42 And those that were numbered of the fami- lies of the sons of Merari, throughout their fami- lies, by the house of their fathers, 43 From thirty years old and upward even unto fifty years old, every one that entereth into the service, for the work in the tabernacle of the con- gregation, 44 Even those that were numbered of them after their families, were three thousand and two hundred. 45 These be those that were numbered of the families of the sons of Merari, whom Moses and Aaron numbered according to the word of the Lord by the hand of Moses. 46 All those that were numbered of the Le- vites, whom Moses and Aaron and the chief of Israel numbered, after their families, and after the house of their fathers. 47 From thirty years old and upward even unto fifty years old, every one that came to do the service of the ministry, and the service of the bur- den in the tabernacle of the congregation, 48 Even those that were numbered of them, were eight thousand and five hundred and four- score. 49 According to the commandment of the Lord they were numbered by the hand of Moses, every one according to his service, and according to his burden: thus were they numbered of him, as the Lord commanded Moses. CHAPTER V. (5.) 1 The unclean are removed out of the camp. 5 Restitu- tion is to be made in trespasses. 11 The trial of jealousy. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Command the children of Israel, that they put out of the camp every leper, and every one that hath an issue, and whosoever is defiled by the dead: 3 Both male and female shall ye put out, with- out the camp shall ye put them ; that they defile not their camps, in the midst whereof I dwell. 4 And the children of Israel did so, and put them out without the camp: as the Lord spake unto Moses, so did the children of Israel. 5 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 6 Speak unto the children of Israel, When a J 106 Penalty of trespass. NUMBERS^VI. <6.) Nazarite law. man or woman shall commit any sin that men commit, to do a trespass against the Lord, and that person be guilty; 7 Then they shall confess their sin which they have done: and he shall recompense his trespass with the principal thereof, and add unto it the fifth part thereof, and give it unto him against whom he hath trespassed. 8 But if the man have no kinsman to recom- pense the trespass unto, let the trespass be re- compensed unto the Lord, even to the priest; be- side the ram of the atonement, whereby an atone- ment shall be made for him. 9 And every offering of all the holy things of the children of Israel, which they bring unto the priest, shall be his. 10 And every man's hallowed things shall be his: whatsoever any man giveth the priest, it shall be his. 11 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 12 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, If any man's wife go aside, and com- mit a trespass against him, 13 And a man lie with her carnally, and it be hid from the eyes of her husband, and be kept close, and she be defiled, and there be no witness against her, neither she be taken with the manner; 14 And the spirit of jealousy come upon him, and he be jealous of his wife, and she be defiled: or if the spirit of jealousy come upon him, and ho be jealous of his wife, and she be not defiled: 15 Then shall the man bring his wife unto the priest, and he shall bring her offering for her, the tenth part of an ephah of barley meal; he shall pour no oil upon it, nor put frankincense thereon ; for it is an offering of jealousy, an offering of me- morial, bringing iniquity to remembrance. 16 And the priest shall bring her near, and set her before the Lord: 17 And the priest shall take holy water in an earthen vessel ; and of the dust that is in the floor of the tabernacle the priest shall take, and put it into the water: 18 And the priest shall set the woman before the Lord, and uncover the woman's head, and put the offering of memorial in her hands, which is the jealousy offering: and the priest shall have in his hand the bitter water that causeth the curse: 19 And the priest shall charge her by an oath, and say unto the woman, If no man hath lain with thee, and if thou hast not gone aside to unclean- ness with another instead of thy husband, be thou free from this bitter water that causeth the curse : 20 But if thou hast gone aside to another in- stead of thy husband, and if thou be defiled, and some man have lain with thee beside thine hus- band: 21 Then the priest shall charge the woman with an oath of cursing, and the priest shall say unto the woman, The Lord make thee a curse and an oath among thy people, when the Lord doth make thy thigh to rot, and thy belly to swell ; 22 And this water that causeth the curse shall go into thy bowels, to make thy belly to swell, and thy thigh to rot: And the woman shall say, Amen, amen. 23 And the priest shall write these curseis in a book, and he shall blot them out with the bitter water: 24 And he shall cause the woman to drink the bitter water that causeth the curse: and the water that causeth the curse shall enter into her, and become bitter. 25 Then the priest shall take the jealousy of- fering out of the woman's hand, and shall wave the offering before the Lord, and offer it upon the altar: 26 And the priest shall take an handful of the offering, even the memorial thereof, and burn it upon the altar, and afterward shall cause the woman to drink the water. 27 And when he hath made her to drink the water, then it shall come to pass, that, if she be defiled, and have done trespass against her hus- band, that the water that causeth the curse shall enter into her, and become bitter, and her belly shall swell, and her thigh shall rot: and the woman shall be a curse among her people. 28 And if the woman be not defiled, but be clean; then she shall be free, and shall conceive seed. 29 This is the law of jealousies, when a wife goeth aside to another instead of her husband, and is defiled ; 30 Or when the spirit of jealousy cometh upon him, and he be jealous over his wife, and shall set the woman before the Lord, and the priest shall execute upon her all this law. 31 Then shall the man be guiltless from in- iquity, and this woman shall bear her iniquity. CHAPTER VI. (6.) 1 The law of the Nazarites. 22 The form of blessing the people. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When either man or woman shall separate themselves to> vow a vow of a Nazarite, to separate themselves unto the Lord: 3 He shall separate himself from wine and strong drink, and shall drink no vinegar of wine, or vinegar of strong drink, neither shall he drink any liquor of grapes, nor eat moist grapes, or dried. 4 All the days of his separation shall he eat nothing that is made of the vine tree, from the kernels even to the husk. 5 All the days of the vow of his separation there shall no razor come upon his head: until the days be fulfilled, in the which he separateth him- self unto the Lord, he shall be holy, and shall let the locks of the hair of his head grow. 6 All the days that he separateth himself unto the Lord he shall come at no dead body. 7 He shall not make himself unclean for his father, or for his mother, for his brother, or for his sister, when they die: because the consecration of his God is upon his head. 107 ; Making atonement. 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Peace offering. 8 All the days of his separation he is holy unto the Lord. 9 And if any man die very suddenly by him, and he hath defiled the head of his consecration ; then he shall shave his head in the day of his cleansing, on the seventh day shall he shave it. 10 And on the eighth day he shall bring two turtles, or two young pigeons, to the priest, to the door of the tabernacle of the congregation : 11 And the priest shall offer the one for a sin offering, and the other for a burnt offering, and make an atonement for him, for that he sinned by the dead, and shall hallow his head that same day. 12 And he shall consecrate unto the Lord the days of his separation, and shall bring a lamb of the first year for a trespass offering: but the days that were before shall be lost, because his separa- tion was defiled. 13 And this is the law of the Nazarite, when the days of his separation are fulfilled: he shall be brought unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: 14 And he shall offer his offering unto the Lord, one he lamb of the first year without blem- ish for a burnt offering, and one ewe lamb of the first year without blemish for a sin offering, and one ram without blemish for peace offerings, 15 And a basket of unleavened bread, cakes of fine flour mingled with oil, and wafers of unleav- ened bread anointed with oil, and their meat offer- ing, and their drink offerings. 16 And the priest shall bring them before the Lord, and shall offer his sin offering, and his burnt offering: 17 And he shall offer the ram for a sacrifice of peace offerings unto the Lord, with the basket of unleavened bread: the priest shall offer also hi3 meat offering, and his drink offering. 18 And the Nazarite shall shave the head of his separation at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and shall take the hair of the head of his separation, and put it in the fire which is under the sacrifice of the peace offerings. 19 And the priest shall take the sodden shoul- der of the ram, and one unleavened cake out of the basket, and one unleavened wafer, and shall put them upon the hands of the Nazarite, after the hair of his separation is shaven : 20 And the priest shall wave them for a wave offering before the Lord: this is holy for the priest, with the wave breast and heave shoulder: and after that the Nazarite may drink wine. 21 This is the law of the Nazarite who hath vowed, and of his offering unto the Lord for his separation, beside that that his hand shall get: according to the vow which he vowed, so he must do after the law of his separation. 22 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 23 Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, say- ing, On this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel, saying unto them, 24 The Lord bless thee, and keep thee: 25 The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: 26 The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. 27 And they shall put my name upon the chil- dren of Israel ; and I will bless them. CHAPTER VII. (7.) 1 The offering of the princes at the dedication of the tabernacle. 10 Their several offerings at the dedica- tion of the altar. 89 God speaketh to Moses from the mercy seat AND it came to pass on the day that Moses had fully set up the tabernacle, and had anointed it, and sanctified it, and all the instru- ments thereof, both the altar and all the vessels . thereof, and had anointed them, and sanctified them; 2 That the princes of Israel, heads of the house of their fathers, who were the princes of the tribes, and were over them that were numbered, offered : 3 And they brought their offering before the Lord, six covered wagons, and twelve oxen; a wagon for two of the princes, and for each one an ox: and they brought them before the tabernacle. 4 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 5 Take it of them, that they may be to do the service of the tabernacle of the congregation; and thou shalt give them unto the Levites, to every man according to his service. 6 And Moses took the wagons and the oxen, and gave them unto the Levites. 7 Two wagons and four oxen he gave unto the sons of Gershon, according to their service: 8 And four wagons and eight oxen he gave un- to the sons of of Merari, according unto their ser- vice, under the hand of Ithamar the son of Aaron the priest. 9 But unto the sons of Kohath he gave none: because the service of the sanctuary belonging unto them was that they should bear upon their shoulders. 10 And the princes offered for dedicating of the altar in the day that it was anointed, even the princes offered their offering before the altar. 11 And the Lord said unto Moses, They shall offer their offering, each prince on his day, for the dedicating of the altar. 12 And he that offered his offering thr first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, cf the tribe of Judah: 13 And his offering was one silver charger, the weight thereof was an hundred and thirty shek- els, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them were full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 14 One spoon of ten shekels of gold, full of in- cense: 15 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 16 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 17 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Nahshon the son of Amminadab. 108 The second day. 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(7.) w Dedication of altar. 18 On the second day Nethaneel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachau, did offer. 19 He offered for his offering one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shekels, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat of- fering: 20 One spoon of gold of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 21 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 22 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 23 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Nethaneel the son of Zuar. 24 On the third day Eliab the son of Helon, prince of the children of Zebulun, did offer: 25 His offering was one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shek- els, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary ; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 20 One golden spocn of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 27 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 28 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 29 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Eliab the son of Helon. 30 On the fourth day Elizur the son of Shedeu:*, prince of the children of Reuben, did offer: 31 His offering was one silver charger of the weight of an hundred and thirty shekels, one sil- ver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine flour min- gled with oil for a meat offering: 32 One eolden spoon of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 33 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering*. 34 One kid of the goats for a sin offering : 35 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Elizur the son of Shedeur. 30 On the fifth day Shelumiel the son of Zuri- shaddai, prince of the children of Simeon, did offer: 37 His offering was one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shek- els, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 38 One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 39 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 40 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 41 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the 10 first year: this was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. 42 On the sixth day Eliasaph the son of Deuel, prince of the children of Gad, offered: 43 His offering was one silver charger of the weight of an hundred and thirty shekels, a silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary ; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 44 One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 45 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 40 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 47 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Eliasaph the son of Deuel. 48 On the seventh day Elishama the son of Am- mihud, prince of the children of Ephraim, offered : 49 His offering was one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shek- els, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary ; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 50 One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 51 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 52 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 53 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Elishama the son of Ammihud. 54 On the eighth day offered Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh : 55 His offering was one silver charger of the weight of an hundred and thirty shekels, one sil- ver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine flour min- gled with oil for a meat offering: 50 One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 57 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 58 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 59 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur. 00 On the ninth day Abidan the son of Gideoni, prince of the children of Benjamin, offered: 01 His offering was one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shek- els, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary ; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 02 One golden spoon of ten shekels full of in- cense: 03 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering : 04 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 05 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the 109 Abidan's offering. 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Levites separated. first year: this was the offering of Abidan the son of Gideoni. 66 On the tenth day Ahiezer the son of Am- mishaddai, prince of the children of Dan, offered: 67 His offering was one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shek- els, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary ; both of them full of fine, flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 68 One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 69 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: m 70 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 71 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai. 72 On the eleventh day Pagiel the son of Ocran, prince of the children of Asher, offered: 73 His offering was one silver charger, the weight, whereof was an hundred and thirty shek- els, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary ; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 74 One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 75 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 76 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 77 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Pagiel the son of Ocran. 78 On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered: 79 His offering was one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shek- kels, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: 80 One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of in- cense: 81 One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: 82 One kid of the goats for a sin offering: 83 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats', five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Ahira the son of Enan. 81 This was the dedication of the altar, in the day when it was anointed, by the princes of Is- rael: twelve chargers of silver, twelve silver bowls, twelve spoons of gold: 85 Each charger of silver weighing an hundred and thirty shekels, each bowl seventy: all the sil- ver vessels weighed two thousand and four hun- dred shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary: 86 The golden spoons were twelve, full of in- cense, weighing ten shekels apiece, after the shekel of the sanctuary: all the gold of the spoons was an hundred and twenty shekels. 87 All the oxen for the burnt offering were twelve bullocks, the rams twelve, the lambs of the first year twelve, with their meat offering: and the kids of the goats for sin offering twelve. 88 And all the oxen for the sacrifice of the peace offerings were twenty and four bullocks, the rams sixty, the he goats sixty, the lambs of the first year sixty. This was the dedication of the altar, after that it was anointed. 89 And when Moses was gone into the taber- nacle of the congregation to speak with him, then he heard the voice of one speaking unto him from off the mercy seat that was upon the ark of testi- mony, from between the two cherub ims: and he spake unto him. CHAPTER VIII. (8.) 1 How the lamps are to be lighted. 5 The consecration of the Levites. 23 The age and time of their service. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto Aaron, and say unto him, When thou lightest the lamps, the seven lamps shall give light over against the candlestick. 3 And Aaron did so; he lighted the lamps thereof over against the candlestick, as the Lord commanded Moses. 4 And this work of the candlestick was of beaten gold, unto the shaft thereof, unto the flow- ers thereof, was beaten work: according unto the pattern which the Lord had shewed Moses, so he made the candlestick. 5 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 6 Take the Levites from among the children of Israel, and cleanse them. 7 And thus shalt thou do unto them, to clease them : Spriukle water of purifying upon them, and let them shave all their flesh, and let them wash their clothes, and so make themselves clean. 8 Then let them take a young bullock with his meat offering, even fine flour mingled with oil, and another young bullock shalt thou take for a sin offering. 9 And thou shalt bring the Levites before the tabernacle of the congregation: and thou shalt gather the whole assembly of the children of Israel together: 10 And thou shalt bring the Levites before the Lord: and the children of Israel shall put their hands upon the Levites: 11 And Aaron shall offer the Levites before the Lord for an offering of the children of Israel, that they may execute the service of the Lord. 12 And the Levites shall lay their hands upon the heads of the bullocks: and thou shalt offer the one for a sin offering, and the other for a burnt offering, unto the Lord, to make an atone- ment for the Levites. 13 And thou shalt set the Levites before Aaron, and before his sons, and offer them for an offering unto the Lord. 14 Thus shalt thou separate the Levites from among the children of Israel: and the Levites shall be mine. 15 And after that shall the Levites go in to do the service of the tabernacle of the congregation: no The passouer. NUMBERS, IX. (9 ) Cloud on the tabernacle. and thou shalt cleanse them, and offer them for an offering. 16 For they are wholly given unto me from among the children of Israel; instead of such as open every womb, even instead of the firstborn of all the children of Israel, have I taken them unto me. 17 For all the firstborn of the children of Is- rael are mine, both man and beast: on the day that I smote every firstborn in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for myself. 18 And I have taken the Levites for all the firstborn of the children of Israel. 19 And I have given the Levites as a gift to Aaron and to his sons from among the children of Israel, to do the service of the children of Israel in the tabernacle of the congregation, and to make an atonement for the children of Israel : that there be no plague among the children of Israel, when the children of Israel come nigh unto the sanctuary. 20 And Moses, and Aaron, and all the congre- gation of the children of Israel, did to the Levites according unto all that the Lord commanded Moses concerning the Levites, so did the children of Israel unto them. 21 And the Levites were purified, and they washed their clothes ; and Aaron offered them as an offering before the Lord; and Aaron made an atonement for them to cleanse them. 22 And after that went the Levites in to do their service in the tabernacle of the congregation before Aaron, and before his sons: as the Lord had commanded Moses concerning the Levites, so did they unto them. 23 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 24 This is it that belongeth unto the Levites: from twenty and five years old and upward they shall go in to wait upon the service of the taber- nacle of the congregation: 25 And from the age of fifty years they shall cease waiting upon the service thereof, and shall serve no more: 26 But shall minister with their brethren in the tabernacle of the congregation, to keep the charge, and shall do no service. Thus shalt thou do unto the Levites touching their charge. CHAPTER IX. (9.) 1 The passover is commanded again. 6 A second pass- over allowed for them that were unclean or absent. 15 The cloud guideth the removings and encampings of the Israelites. AND the Lord spake unto Moses in the wilder- ness of Sinai, in the first month of the sec- ond year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying, 2 Let the children of Israel also keep the pass- over at his appointed season. 3 In the fourteenth day of this month, at even, ye shall keep it in his appointed season: accord- ing to all the rites of it, and according to all the ceremonies thereof, shall ye keep it. 4 And Moses spake unto the children of Israel, that they should keep the passover. 5 And they kept the passover on the fourteenth day of the first month at even in the wilderness of Sinai: according to all that the Lord commanded Moses, so did the children of Israel. 6 And there were certain men, who were de- filed by the dead body of a man, that they could not keep the passover on that day: and they came before Moses and before Aaron on that day: 7 And those men said unto him, We are defiled by the dead body of a man: wherefore are we kept back, that we may not offer an offering of the Lord in his appointed season among the chil- dren of Israel ? 8 And Moses said unto them, Stand still, and I will hear what the Lord will command concern- ing you. 9 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 10 Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, If any man of you or of your posterity shall be un- clean by reason of a dead body, or be in a journey afar off, yet he shall keep the passover unto the Lord. 11 The fourteenth day of the second month at even they shall keep it, and eat it with unleav- ened bread and bitter herbs. 12 They shall' leave none of it unto the morn- ing, nor break any bone of it: according to all the ordinances of the passover they shall keep it. 13 But the man that is clean, and is not in a journey, and forbeareth to keep the passover, even the same soul shall be cut off from among his peo- ple: because he brought not the offering of the Lord in his appointed season, that man shall bear his sin. 14 And if a stranger shall sojourn among you and will keep the passover unto the Lord; accord- ing to the ordinance of the passover, and accord- ing to the manner thereof, so shall he do: ye shall have one ordinance, both for the stranger and for him that was born in the land. 15 And on the day that the tabernacle was reared up the cloud covered the tabernacle, name- ly, the tent of the testimony: and at even there was upon the tabernacle as it were the appear- ance of fire, until the morning. 16 So it was always: the cloud covered it by day, and the appearance of fire by night. 17 And when the cloud was taken up from the tabernacle, then after that the children of Israel journeyed: and in the place where the cloud abode there the children of Israel pitched their tents. 18 At the commandment of the Lord the chil- dren of Israel journeyed, and at the command- ment of the Lord they pitched: as long as the cloud abode upon the tabernacle they rested in their tents. 19 And when the cloud tarried long upon the tabernacle many days, then the children of Israel kept the charge of the Lord, and journeyed not. 20 And so it was, when the cloud was a few days upon the tabernacle; according to the com- mandment of the Lord they abode in their tents, in They journey* NUMBERS, X. (10.) Departure from the mount. and according to the commandment of the Lord they journeyed. 21 And so it was, when the cloud abode from even unto the morning, and that the cloud was taken up in the morning, then they journeyed: whether it was by day or by night that the cloud was taken up, they journeyed. 22 Or whether it were two days, or a month, or a year, that the cloud tarried upon the tabernacle, remaining thereon, the children of Israel abode in their tents, and journeyed not: but when it was taken up, they journeyed. 23 At the commandment of the Lord they rested in the tents, and at the commandment of the Lord they journeyed : they kept the charge of the Lord, at the commandment of the Lord by the hand of Moses. CHAPTER X. (10.) 1 The use of the silver trumpets. 11 The Israelites remove from Sinai to Paran. 14 The order of their march. 29 Hobab is entreated by Moses not to leave them. 33 The blessing of Moses at the removing and resting of the ark. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Make thee two trumpets of silver; of a whole piece shalt thou make them: that thou mayest use them for the calling of the assembly, and for the journeying of the camps. 3 And when they shall blow with them, all the assembly shall assemble themselves to thee at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. 4 And if they blow but with one trumpet, then the princes, which are heads of the thousands of Israel, shall gather themselves unto thee. 5 When ye blow an alarm, then the camps that lie on the east parts shall go forward. 6 When ye blow an alarm the second time, then the camps that lie on the south side shall take their journey: they shall blow an alarm for their journeys. 7 But when the congregation is to be gathered together, ye shall blow, but ye shall not sound an alarm. 8 And the sons of Aaron, the priests, shall blow with the trumpets; and they shall be to you for an ordinance for ever throughout your genera- tions. 9 And if ye go to war in your land against the enemy that oppresseth you, then ye shall blow an alarm with the trumpets; and ye shall be remem- bered before the Lord your God, and ye shall be saved from your enemies. 10 Also in the day of your gladness, and in your solemn days, and in the beginnings of your months, ye shall blow with the trumpets over your burnt offerings, and over the sacrifices of your peace offerings ; that they may be to you for a memorial before your God: I am the Lord your God. 11 And it came to pass on the twentieth day of the second month, in the second year, that the cloud was taken up from off the tabernacle of the testimony. 12 And the children of Israel took their jour- neys out of the wilderness of Sinai; and the cloud rested in the wilderness of Paran, 13 And they first took their journey according to the commandment of the Lord by the hand of Moses. 14 In the first place went the standard of the camp of the children of Judah according to their armies: and over his host was Nahshon the son of Amminadab. 15 And over the host of the tribe of the chil- dren of Issachar was Nethaneel the son of Zuar. 16 And over the host of the tribe of the chil- dren of Zebulun was Eliab the son of Helon. 17 And the tabernacle was taken down; and the sons of Gershon and the sons of Merari set forward, bearing the tabernacle. 18 And the standard of the camp of Reuben set forward according to their armies: and over his host was Elizur the son of Shedeur. 19 And over the host of the tribe of the chil- dren of Simeon was Shelumiel the son of Zuri- shaddai. 20 And over the host of the tribe of the chil- dren of Gad was Eliasaph the son cf Deuel. 21 And the Kohathites set forward, bearing the sanctuary: and the other did set up the taber- nacle against they came. 22 And the standard of the camp of the chil- dren of Ephraim set forward according to their armies: and over his host was Elishama the son of Ammihud. 23 And over the host of the tribe of the chil- dren of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur. 24 And over the host of the tribe of the chil- dren of Benjamin was Abidan the son of Gideoni. 25 And the standard of the camp of the chil- dren of Dan set forward, which was the rereward of all the camps throughout their hosts: and over his host was Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai. 26 And over the host of the tribe of the chil- dren of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ocran. 27 And over the host of the tribe of the chil- dren of Naphtali was Ahira the son of Enan. 28 Thus were the journeyings of the children of Israel according to their armies, when they set forward. 29 And Moses said unto Hobab, the son of Raguel the Midianite, Moses' father in law, We are journeying unto the place of which the Lord said, I will give it you: come thou with us, and we will do thee good: for the Lord hath spoken good concerning Israel. 30 And he said unto him, I will not go: but I will depart to mine own land, and to my kindred. 31 And he said, Leave us not, I oray thee; for- asmuch as thou knowest how we are to encamp in the wilderness, and thou mayest be to us instead of eyes. 32 And it shall be, if thou go with us, yea, it shall be, that what goodness the Lord shall do unto us, the same will we do unto thee. 33 And they departed from the mount of the 112 Three days journey. NUMBERS, XI. (11) Forbid them. Lord three days' journey: and the ark of the co- venant of the Lord went before them in the three days' journey, to search out a resting place for them. 34 And the cloud of the Lord was upon them by day, when they went out of the camp. 35 And it came to pass, when the ark set for- ward, that Moses said, Rise up, Lord, and let thine enemies be scattered ; and let them that hate thee flee before thee. 36 And when it rested, he said, Return, O Lord, unto the many thousands of Israel, CHAPTER XL (11.) 1 The burning at Taberah quenched by Moses' prayer. 4 The people lust for flesh, and loathe manna. 10 Moses complaineth of his charge. 16 3od divideth his burden unto seventy elders. SI Quails are given in wrath at Kibroth-hattaavah. AND when the people complained, it dis- pleased the Lord: and the Lord heard it; and his anger was kindled; and the fire of the Lord burnt among them, and consumed them that were in the uttermost parts of the camp. 2 And the people cried unto Moses; and when Moses prayed unto the Lord, the fire was quenched. 3 And he called the name of the place Taberah : because the fire of the Lord burnt among them. 4 And the niixt multitude that was among them fell a lusting: and the children of Israel also wept again, and said, Who shall give us flesh to eat? 5 We remember the fish, which we did eat in Egypt freely ; the cucumbers, and the melons, and the leeks, and the onions, and the garlick: 6 But now our soul is dried away: there is nothing at all, beside this manna, before our eyes. . 7 And the manna was as coriander seed, and the colour thereof as the colour of bdellium. 8 And the people went about, and gathered it, and ground it in mills, or beat it in a mortar, and baked it in pans, and made cakes of it: and the taste of it was as the taste of fresh oil. 9 And when the dew fell upon the camp in the night, the manna fell upon it. 10 Then Moses heard the people weep through- out their families,, every man in the door of his tent: and the anger of the Lord was kindled greatly; Moses also was displeased. 11 And Moses said unto the Lord, Wherefore hast thou afflicted thy servant? and wherefore have I not found favour in thy sight, that thou layest the burden of all this people upon me? 12 Have I conceived all this people? have I begotten them, that thou shouldest say unto me, Carry them in thy bosom, as a nursing father beareth the sucking child, unto the land which thou swarest unto their fathers? 13 Whence should I have flesh to give unto all this people? for they weep unto me, saying, Give us flesh that we may eat. 14 I am not able to bear all this people alone, because it is too heavy for me. 15 And if thou deal thus with me, kill me, I pray thee, out of hand, if I have found favour in thy sight; and let me not see my wretchedness. 16 And the Lord said unto Moses, Gather unto me seventy men of the elders of Israel, whom thou knowest to be the elders of the people, and offi- cers over them; and bring them unto the taber- nacle of the congregation, that they may stand there with thee. 17 And I will come down and talk with thee there: and I will take of the spirit which is upon thee, and will put it upon them; and they shall bear the burden of the people with thee, that thou bear it not thyself alone. 18 And say thou unto the people, Sanctify yourselves against to morrow, and ye shall eat flesh: for ye have wept in the ears of the Lord, saying, Who shall give us flesh to eat? for it was well with us in Egypt: therefore the Lord will give you flesh, and ye shall eat. 19 Ye shall not eat one day, nor two days, nor five days, neither ten days, nor twenty days; 20 But even a whole month, until it come out at your nostrils, and it be loathsome unto you: because that ye have despised the Lord which is among you, and have wept before him, saying, Why came we forth out of Egypt? 21 And Moses said, The people, among whom I am, are six hundred thousand footmen; and thou hast said, I will give them flesh, that they may eat a whole month. 22 Shall the flocks and the herds be slain for them, to suffice them? or shall all the fish of the sea be gathered together for them, to suffice them? 23 And the Lord said unto Moses, Is the Lord's, hand waxed short? thou shalt see now whether my word shall come to pass unto thee or not. 24 And Moses went out, and told the people the words of the Lord, and gathered the seventy men of the elders of the people, and set them round about the tabernacle. 25 And the Lord came down in a cloud, and spake unto him, and took of the spirit that was upon him, and gave it unto the seventy elders: and it came to pass, that, when the spirit rested upon them, they prophesied, and did not cease. 26 But there remained two of the men in the camp, the name of the one was Eldad, and the name of the other Medad: and the spirit rested upon them; and they were of them that were written, but went not out unto the tabernacle: and they prophesied in the camp. 27 And there ran a young man, and told Moses, and said, Eldad and Medad do prophesy in the camp. 28 And Joshua the son of Nun, the servant of Moses, one of his young men, answered and said, My lord Moses, forbid them. 29 And Moses said unto him, Enviest thou for my sake? would God that all the Lord's people were prophets, and that the Lord would put his spirit upon them! 30 And Moses gat him into the camp, he and the elders of Israel. 113 Quails from the sea. NUMBERS, XII. (12) See the land. 31 And there went forth a wind from the Lord, and brought quails from the sea, and let them fall by the camp, as it were a day's journey on this side, and as it were a day's journey on the other side, round about the camp, and as it were two cubits high upon the face of the earth. 32 And the people stood up all that day, and all that night, and all the next day, and they gathered the quails : he that gathered least gath- ered ten homers : and they spread them all abroad for themselves round about the camp. 33 And while the flesh was yet between their teeth, ere it was chewed, the wrath of the Lord was kindled against the people, and the Lord smote the people with a very great plague. 34 And he called the name of that place Ki- broth-hattaavah : because there they buried the people that lusted. 35 And the people journeyed from Kibroth^ hattaavah unto Hazeroth ; and abode at Hazeroth. CHAPTER XII. (12.1 1 God rebuketh the sedition of Miriam and Aaron. 10 Miriam's leprosy is healed at the prayer of Moses. 34 God commandeth her to be shut out of the host. AND Miriam and Aaron spake against Moses because of the Ethiopian woman whom he had married: for he had married an Ethiopian woman. 2 And they said, Hath the Lord indeed spoken only by Moses? hath he not spoken also by us? And the Lord heard it. 3 (Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were upon the face of the earth.) 4 And the Lord spake suddenly unto Moses, and unto Aaron, and unto Miriam, Come out ye three unto the tabernacle of the congregation. And they three came out. 5 And the Lord came down in the pillar of the cloud, and stood in the door of the tabernacle, and called Aaron and Miriam: and they both came forth. 6 And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, I the Lord will make myself known unto him in a vision, and will speak unto him in a dream. 7 My servant Moses is not so, who is faithful in all mine house. 8 With him will I speak mouth to mouth, even apparently, and not in dark speeches; and the similitude of the Lord shall he behold: wherefore then were ye not afraid to speak against my ser- vant Moses? 9 And the anger of the Lord was kindled against them ; and he departed. 10 And the cloud departed from off the taber- nacle; and, behold, Miriam became leprous, white as snow : and Aaron looked upon Miriam, and, be- hold, she was leprous. 11 And Aaron said unto Moses, Alas, my lord, I beseech thee, lay not the sin upon us, wherein we have done foolishly, and wherein we have sinned. 12 Let her not be as one dead, of whom the flesh is half consumed when he cometh out of his mother's womb. ■ 13 And Moses cried unto the Lord, saying, Heal her now, O Cod, I beseech thee. 14 And the Lord said unto Moses, If her father had but spit in her face, should she not be ashamed seven days? let her be shut out from the camp seven days, and after that let her be re- ceived in again. 15 And Miriam was shut out from the camp seven days: and the people journeyed not till Miriam was brought in again. 16 And afterward the people removed from Hazeroth, and pitched in the wilderness of Paran. CHAPTER XHI. (13.) 1 The names of the men who were sent to search the land. 17 Their instructioDS. 21 Their acts. 26 Their relation. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Send thou men, that they may search the land of Canaan, which I give unto the children of Israel : of every tribe of their fathers shall ye send a man, every one a ruler among them. 3 And Moses by the commandment of the Lord sent them from the wilderness of Paran : all those men were heads of the children of Israel. 4 And these were their names: of the tribe of Reuben, Shammua the son of Zaccur. 5 Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori. 6 Of the tribe of Judah, Caleb] the son of Jephunneh. 7 Of the tribe of Issachar, Igal the son of Joseph. 8 Of the tribe of Ephraim, Oshea the son of Nun. 9 Of the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu. 10 Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi. 11 Of the tribe of Joseph, namely, of the tribe of Manasseh, Gaddi the son of Susi. 12 Of the tribe of Dan, Ammiel the son of Gemalli. 13 Of the tribe of Asher, Sethur the son of Michael. 14 Of the tribe of Naphtali, Nahbi the son of Vophsi. 15 Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi. 16 These are the names of the men which Moses sent to spy out the land. And Moses called Oshea the son of Nun Jehoshua. 17 And Moses sent them to spy out the land of Canaan, and said unto them, Get you up this way southward, and go up in the mountain: 18 And see the land, what it is ; and the people that dwelleth therein, whether they be strong or weak, few or many; 19 And what the land is that they dwell in, whether it be good or bad; and what cities they be that they dwell in, whether in tents, or in strong holds; 20 And what the land is, whether it be lat or lean, whether there be wood therein, or not. And 114 Be ye of good courage. NUMBERS, XIV. (14) The Lord is longsuffering. be ye of good courage, and bring of the fruit of the land. Now the time was the time of the first ripe grapes. 21 So they went up, and searched the land from the wilderness of Zin unto Eehob, as men come to Hamath. 22 And they ascended by the south and came unto Hebron; where Ahiman, Sheshai, and Tal- mai, the children of Anak, were. (Now, Hebron was built seven years before Zoan in Egypt.) 23 And they came unto the brook of Eshcol, and cut down from thence a branch with one clus- ter of grapes, and they bare it between two upon a staff; and they brought of the pomegranates, and of the figs. 24 The place was called the brook Eshcol, be- cause of the cluster of grapes which the children of Israel cut down from thence. 25 And they returned from searching of the land after forty days. 26 And they went and came to Moses, and to Aaron, and to all the congregation of the children of Israel, unto the wilderness of Paran, to Ka- desh; and brought back word unto them, and unto all the congregation, and shewed them the fruit of the land. 27 And they told him, and said, We came unto the land whither thou sentest us, and surely it floweth with milk and honey ; and this is the fruit of it 28 Nevertheless the people be strong that dwell in the land, and the cities are walled, and very great : and moreover we saw the children of Anak there. 29 The Amalekites dwell in the land of the south: and the Hittites, and the Jebusites, and the Amorites, dwell in the mountains: and the Canaanites dwell by the sea, and by the coast of Jordan. 30 And Caleb stilled the people before Moses, and said, Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it. 31 But the men that went up with him said, We be not able to go up against the people; for they are stronger than we. 32 And they brought up an evil report of the land which they had searched unto the children of Israel, saying, The land, through which we have gone to search it, is a land that eateth up the in- habitants thereof; and all the people that we saw in it are men of a great stature. 33 And there we saw the giants, the sons of Anak, which come of the giants : and we were in our own sight as grasshoppers, and so we were in their sight. CHAPTER XIV. (14.) 1 The people murmur at the news. 6 Joshua and Caleb labour to still them. 11 God threateneth them. 13 Moses persuadeth God, and obtaineth pardon. 2'5 The murmurers are deprived of entering into the land. 36 The men who raised the evil report die by a plague. 40 The people that would invade the land against the vill of God are smitten. ND all the congregation lifted up their voice, and cried ; and the people wept that night. A 2 And all the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron : and the whole congregation said unto them, Would God that we had died in the land of Egypt! or would God we had died in this wilderness! 3 And wherefore hath the Lord brought us unto this land, to fall by the sword, that our wives and our children should be a prey? were it not better for us to return into Egypt? 4 And they said one to another, Let us make a captain, and let us return into Egypt. 5 Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces be- fore all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. 6 And Joshua the son of Nun, and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, which were of them that searched the land, rent their clothes : 7 And they spake unto all the company of the children of Israel, saying, The land, which we passed through to search it, is an exceeding good land. 8 If the Lord delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth with milk and honey. 9 Only rebel not ye against the Lord, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defense is departed from them, and the Lord is with us : fear them not. 10 But all the congregation bade stone them with stones. And the glory of the Lord appeared in the tabernacle of the congregation before all the children of Israel. 11 And the Lord said unto Moses, How long will this people provoke me? and how long will it be ere they believe me, for all the signs which I have shewed among them? 12 I will smite them with the pestilence, and disinherit them, and will make of thee a greater nation and mightier than they. 13 And Moses said unto the Lord, Then the Egyptians shall hear it, (for thou broughtest up this people in thy might from among them;) 14 And they will tell it to the inhabitants of this land: for they have heard that thou Lord art among this people; that thou Lord art seen face to face, and that thy cloud standeth over them, and that thou goest before them, by day time in a pillar of a cloud, and in a pillar of fire by night. 15 Now if thou shalt kill all this people as one man, then the nations which have heard the fame of thee will speak, saying, 16 Because the Lord was not able to bring this people into the land which he sware unto them, therefore he hath slain them in the wilderness. 17 And now, I beseech thee, let the power of my Lord be great, according as thou hast spoken, saying, 18 The Lord is longsuffering, and of great mercy, forgiving iniquity and transgression, and by no means clearing the guilty, visiting the in- iquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation. 19 Pardon, I beseech thee, the iniquity of this people according unto the greatness of thy mercy, 115 s.^7 Ihc Lord pardons. NUMBERS, XV. (15) Drink offering. and as thou hast forgiven this people, from Egypt even until now. 20 And the Lord said, I have pardoned accord- ing to thy word: 21 But as truly as I live, all the earth shall be filled with the glory of the Lord. 22 Because all those men which have seen my glory, and my miracles, which I did in Egypt and in the wilderness, and have tempted me now these ten times, and have not hearkened to my voice; 23 Surely they shall not see the land which I sware unto their fathers, neither shall any of them that provoked me see it: 24 But my servant Caleb, because he had an- other spirit with him, and hath followed me fully, him will I bring into the land whereinto he went ; and his seed shall possess it. 25 (Now the Amalekites and the Canaanites dwelt in the valley.) To morrow turn you, and get you into the wilderness by the way of the Bed sea. 26 And the Lord spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying, 27 How long shall I bear with this evil congre- gation, which murmur against me? I have heard the murmurings of the children of Israel, which they murmur against me. 28 Say unto them, As truly as I live, saith the Lord, as ye have spoken in mine ears, so will I do to you: 29 Your carcases shall fall in this wilderness; and all that were numbered of you, according to your whole number, from twenty years old and upward, which have murmured against me, 30 Doubtless ye shall not come into the land, concerning which I sware to make you dwell therein, save Caleb the son of Jephunneh, and Joshua the son of Nun. 31 But your little ones, which ye said should be a prey, them will I bring in, and they shall know the land which ye have despised. 32 But as for you, your carcases, they shall fall in this wilderness. 33 And your children shall wander in the wil derness forty years, and bear your whoredoms, until your carcases be wasted in the wilderness. 34 After the number of the days in which ye searched the land, even forty days, each day for a year, shall ye bear your iniquities, even forty years, and ye shall know my breach of promise. 35 I the Lord have said, I will surely do it unto all this evil congregation, that are gathered to- gether against me: in this wilderness they shall be consumed, and there they shall die, 36 And the men, which Moses sent to search the land, who returned, and made all the congre- gation to murmur against him, by bringing up a slander upon the land, 37 Even those men that did bring up the evil report upon the land, died by the plague before the Lord. 38 But Joshua the son of Nun, and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, which were of the men that went to search the land, lived still. 39 And Moses told these saying unto all the children of Israei: and the people mourned greatly. 40 And they rose up ea?fy in the morning, and gat them up into the top of the mountain, saying, Lo, we be here, and will go up unto the place which the Lord hath promised: for we have sinned. 41 And Moses said, Wherefore now do ye trans- gress the commandment of the Lord? but it shall not prosper. 42 Go not up, for the Lord is not among you; that ye be not smitten before your enemies. 43 For the Amalekites and the Canaanites are there before you, and ye shall fall by the sword: because ye are turned away from the Lord, there- fore the Lord will not be with you. 44 But they presumed to go up unto the hill top: nevertheless the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and Moses, departed not out of the camp. 45 Then the Amalekites came down, and the Canaanites which dwelt in that hill, and smote them, and discomfited them, even unto Hormah. CHAPTER XV. (15.) 1 The law of the meat offering and the drink offering. 13, 29 The stranger is under the same law. 37 The law of the first of the dough for an heave offering. 22 The sacrifice for sin of ignorance. 30 The punish- ment of presumption. 32 He that violated the sao- hath is stoned. 37 The law of fringes. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When ye be come into the land of your habitations, which I give unto you, 3 And will make an offering by fire unto the Lord, a burnt offering, or a sacrifice in perform- ing a vow, or in a freewill offering, or in your solemn feasts, to make a sweet savour unto the Lord, of the herd, or of the flock: 4 Then shall he that offereth his offering unto the Lord bring a meat offering of a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of oil. 5 And the fourth part of an hin of wine for a drink offering shalt thou prepare with the burnt offering or sacrifice, for one lamb. 6 Or for a ram, thou shalt prepare for a meat offering two tenths deals of flour mingled with the third part of an hin of oil. 7 And for a drink offering thou shalt offer the third part of an hin of wine, for a sweet savour unto the Lord. 8 And when thou preparest a bullock for a burnt offering, or for a sacrifice in performing a vow, or peace offerings unto the Lord. 9 Then shall he bring with a bullock a meat offering of three tenth deals of flour mingled with half an hin of oil. 10 And thou shalt bring for a drink offering half an hin of wine, for an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord. 11 Thus shall it be done for one bullock, or foe one ram, or for a lamb, or a kid. 12 According to the number that ye shall pre- lOa 116 f 0> CO 1 g Qj •D .a +J r> a co H 3 a 4^ CS n a ■G 0> a CS CD 2 CS +j +j .CO a a Oi +J CJ o > o OJ rt u ta 4 •r-i ta t-l fl! 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(16) The rebellion. pare, so shall ye do to every one according to their number. 13 All that are born of the country shall do these things after this manner, in offering an of- fering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord. 14 And if a stranger sojourn with you, or who- soever be among you in your generations, and will offer an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the Lord ; as ye do, so he shall do. 15 One ordinance shall be both for you of the congregation, and also for the stranger that so- journeth with you, an ordinance for ever in your generations: as ye are, so shall the stranger be before the Lord. 16 One law and one manner shall be for you, and for the stranger that sojourneth with you. 17 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 18 Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When ye come into the land whither I bring you, 19 Then it shall be, that, when ye eat of the bread of the land, ye shall offer up an heave of- fering unto the Lord. 20 Ye shall offer up a cake of the first of your dough for an heave offering: as ye do the heave offering of the threshingfloor, so shall ye heave it. 21 Of the first of your dough ye shall give unto the Lord an heave offering in your generations. 22 And if ye have erred, and not observed all these commandments, which the Lord hath spoken unto Moses, 23 Even all that the Lord hath commanded you by the hand of Moses, from the day that the Lord commanded Moses, and henceforward among your generations; 24 Then it shall be, if ought be committed by ignorance without the knowledge of the congre- gation, that all the congregation shall offer one young bullock for a burnt offering, for a sweet savour unto the Lord, with his meat offering, and his drink offering, according to the manner, and one kid of the goats for a sin offering. 25 And the priest shall make an atonement for all the congregation of the children of Israel, and it shall be forgiven them ; for it is ignorance : and they shall bring their offering, a sacrifice made by fire unto the Lord, and their sin offering before the Lord, for their ignorance: 26 And it shall be forgiven all the congrega- tion of the children of Israel, and the stranger that sojourneth among them; seeing all the peo- ple were in ignorance. 27 And if any soul sin through ignorance, then he shall bring a she goat of the first year for a sin offering. 28 And the priest shall make an atonement for the soul that sinneth ignorantly, when he sinneth by ignorance before the Lord, to make an atone- ment for him; and it shall be forgiven him. 29 Ye shall have one law for him that sinneth through ignorance, both for him that is born among the children of Israel, and for the stranger that sojourneth among them. 30 But the soul that doeth ought presumptu- ously, whether he be born in the land, or a stranger, the same reproacheth the Lord; and that soul shall be cut off from among his people. 31 Because he hath despised the word of the Lord, and hath broken his commandment, that soul shall utterly be cut off; his iniquity shall be upon him. 32 And while the children of Israel were in the wilderness, they found a man that gathered sticks upon the sabbath day. 33 And they that found him gathering sticks brought him unto Moses and Aaron, and unto all the congregation. 34 And they put him in ward, because it was not declared what should be done to him. 35 And the Lord said unto Moses, The man shall be surely put to death: all the congregation shall stone him with stones without the camp. 36 And all the congregation brought him with- out the camp, and stoned him with stones, and he died; as the Lord commanded Moses. 37 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 38 Speak unto the children of Israel, and bid them that they make them fringes in the borders of their garments throughout their generations, and that they put upon the fringe of the borders a ribband of blue : 39 And it shall be unto you for a fringe, that ye may look upon it, and remember all the com- mandments of the Lord, and do them; and that ye seek not after your own heart and your own eyes, after which ye use to go a whoring: 40 That ye may remember, and do all my com- mandments, and be holy unto your God. 41 I am the Lord your God, which brought you out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: I am the Lord your God. CHAPTER XVI. (16.$ 1 The rebellion of Koran, Dathan, and Abiram. 23 Moses separateth the people from the rebels' tents. 31 The earth swalloweth up Korah, and a fire con- sumeth others. 36 The censers are reserved to holy use. 41 Fourteen thousand and seven hundred are slain by a plague for murmuring against Moses and Aaron. 46 Aaron by incense stayeth the plague. "VTOW Korah, the son of Izhar, the son of Ko- -131 hath, the son of Levi, and Dathan and Abiram, the sons of Eliab, and On, the son of Peleth, sons of Reuben, took men : 2 And they rose up before Moses, with certain of the children of Israel, two hundred and fifty princes of the assembly, famous in the congrega- tion, men of renown: 3 And they gathered themselves together against Moses and against Aaron, and said unto them, Ye take too much upon you, seeing all the congregation are holy, every one of them, and the Lord is among them: wherefore then lift ye up yourselves above the congregation of the Lord? 4 And when Moses heard it, he fell upon his face: 5 And he spake unto Korah and unto all his company, saying, Even to morrow the Lord will 117 Take your censers. NUMBERS, XVI. (16) Murmurings against Moses. shew who are his, and who is holy; and will cause him to come near unto him: even him whom he hath chosen will be cause to come near unto him. 6 This do; Take you censers, Korah, and all his company; 7 And put fire therein, and put incense in them before the Lord to morrow: and it shall be that the man whom the Lord doth choose, he shall be holy : ye take too much upon you, ye sons of Levi 8 And Moses said unto Korah, Hear, I pray you, ye sons of Levi: 9 Seemeth it but a small thing unto you, that the God of Israel hath separated you from the congregation of Israel, to bring you near to him- self to do the service of the tabernacle of the Lord, and to stand before the congregation to minister unto them? 10 And he hath brought thee near to him, and all thy brethren the sons of Levi with thee: and seek ye the priesthood also? 11 For which cause both thou and all thy com- pany are gathered together against the Lord : and what is Aaron, that ye murmur against him? 12 And Moses sent to call Dathan and Abiram, the sons of Eliab: which said 2 We will not come up: 13 Is it a small thing that thou hast brought us up out of a land that floweth with milk and honey, to kill us in the wilderness, except thou make thy- self altogether a prince over us? 14 Moreover thou hast not brought us into a land that floweth with milk and honey, or given us inheritance of fields and vineyards : wilt thou put out the eyes of these men? we will not come up. 15 And Moses was very wroth, and said unto the Lord, Respect not thou their offering: I have not taken one ass from them, neither have I hurt one of them. 16 And Moses said unto Korah, Be thou and all thy company before the Lord, thou, and they, and Aaron, to morrow: 17 And take every man his censer, and put in- cense in them, and bring ye before the Lord every man his censer, two hundred and fifty censers; thou also, and Aaron, each of you his censer. 18 And they took every man his censer, and put fire in them, and laid incense thereon, and stood in the door of the tabernacle of the congregation with Moses and Aaron. 19 And Korah gathered all the congregation against them unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the glory of the Lord ap- peared unto all the congregation. 20 And the Lord spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying, 21 Separate yourselves from among this con- gregation, that I may consume them in a moment. 22 And they fell upon their faces, and said, O God, the God of the spirits of all flesh, shall one man sin, and wilt thou be wroth with all the con- gregation? 23 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 24 Speak unto the congregation, saying, Get you up from about the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. 25 And Moses rose up and went unto Dathan and Abiram; and the elders of Israel followed him. 26 And he spake unto the congregation, saying, Depart, I pray you, from the tents of these wicked men, and touch nothing of their's, lest ye be con- sumed in all their sins. 27 So they gat up from the tabernacle of Ko- rah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood in the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little children. 28 And Moses said, Hereby ye shall know that the Lord hath sent me to do all these works; for I have not done them of mine own mind. 29 If these men die the common death of all men, or if they be visited after the visitation of all men; then the Lord hath not sent me. 30 But if the Lord make a new thing, and the earth open her mouth, and swallow them up, with all that appertain unto them, and they go down quick into the pit ; then ye shall understand that these men have provoked the Lord. 31 And it came to pass, as he had made an end of speaking all these words, that the ground clave asunder that was under them: 32 And the earth opened her mouth, and swal- lowed them up, and their houses, and all the men that appertained unto Korah, and all their goods. 33 They, and all that appertained to them, went down alive into the pit, and the earth closed upon them: and they perished from among the congregation. 34 And all Israel that were round about them fled at the cry of them: for they said, Lest the earth swallow us up also. 35 And there came out a fire from the Lord, and consumed the two hundred and fifty men that offered incense. 36 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 37 Speak unto Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest, that he take up the censers out of the burn- ing, and scatter thou the fire yonder; for they are hallowed. 38 The censers of these sinners against their own souls, let them make them broad plates for a covering of the altar: for they offered them before the Lord, therefore they are hallowed: and they shall be a sign unto the children of Israel. 39 And Eleazar the priest took the brasen cen- sers, wherewith they that were burnt had offered ; and they were made broad plates for a covering of the altar: 40 To be a memorial unto the children of Israel, that no stranger, which is not of the seed of Aaron, come near to offer incense before the Lord ; that he be not as Korah, and as his company: as the Lord said to him by the hand of Moses. 41 But on the morrow all the congregation of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron, saying, Ye have killed the people of the Lord. 42 And it came to pass, when the congregation 118 Gathering against Moses, NUMBERS, XVII. (17) i6i The priest's portion. was gathered against Moses and against Aaron, that they looked toward the tabernacle of the con- gregation : and, behold, the cloud covered it, and the glory of the Lord appeared. 43 And Moses and Aaron came before the tabernacle of the congregation. 44 And the Lord spake nnto Moses, saying, 45 Get you up from among this congregation, that I may consume them as in a moment. And they feii upon their faces. 46 And Moses said unto Aaron, Take a censer, and put fire therein from off the altar, and put on incense, and go quickly unto the congregation, and make an atonement for them: for there is wrath gone out from the Lord; the plague is begun. 47 And Aaron took as Moses commanded, and ran into the midst of the congregation ; and, be- hold, the plague was begun among the people: and he put on incense, and made an atonement for the people. 48 And he stood between the dead and the liv- ing; and the plague was stayed. 49 Now they that died in the plague were four- teen thousand and seven hundred, beside them that died about the matter of Korah. 50 And Aaron returned unto Moses unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the plague was stayed. CHAPTER XVTL (17.) 1 Aaron's rod among all the rods of the tribes only flourisheth. 10 It is left for a monument against the rebels. AND the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, and take of every one of them a rod according to the house of their fathers, of all their princes accord- ing to the house of their fathers twelve rods: write thou every man's name upon his rod. 3 And thou shalt write Aaron's name upon the rod of Levi: for one rod shall be for the head of the house of their fathers. 4 And thou shalt lay them up in the tabernacle of the congregation before the testimony, where I will meet with you. 5 And it shall come to pass, that the man's rod whom I shall choose, shall blossom: and I will make to cease from me the murmurings of the children of Israel, whereby they murmur against you. 6 And Moses spake unto the children of Israel, and every one of their princes gave him a rod apiece, for each prince one, according to their fathers' houses, even twelve rods: and the rod of Aaron was among their rods. 7 And Moses laid up the rods before the Lord in the tabernacle of witness. 8 And it came to pass, that on the morrow Moses went into the tabernacle of witness; and, behold, the rod of Aaron for the house of Levi was budded, and brought forth buds, and bloomed blossoms, and yielded almonds. 9 And Moses brought out all the rods from be- fore the Lord unto all the children of Israel : and they looked, and took every man his rod. 10 And the Lord said unto Moses, Bring Aaron's rod again before the testimony, to be kept for a token against the rebels; and thou shalt quite take away their murmurings from me, that they die not. 11 And Moses did so: as the Lord commanded him, so did he. 12 And the children of Israel spake unto Moses, saying, Behold, we die, we perish, we all perish. 13 Whosoever cometh any thing near unto the tabernacle of the Lord shall die: shall we be con- sumed with dying? CHAPTER XVin. (18.) 1 The charge of the priests and Levites. 9 The priests' .portion. 21 The Levites' portion. 25 The heave offer- ing to the priests out of the Levites' portion. AND the Lord said unto Aaron, Thou and thy sons and thy father's house with thee shall bear the iniquity of the sanctuary: and thou and thy sons with thee shall bear the iniquity of your priesthood. 2 And thy brethren also of the tribe of Levi, the tribe of thy father, bring thou with thee, that they may be joined unto thee, and minister unto thee: but thou and thy sons with thee shall min- ister before the tabernacle of witness. 3 And they shall keep thy charge, and the charge of all the tabernacle: only they shall not come nigh the vessels of the sanctuary and the altar, that neither they, nor ye also, die. 4 And they shall be joined unto thee, and keep the charge of the tabernacle of the congregation, for all the service of the tabernacle: and a stranger shall not come nigh unto you. 5 And ye shall keep the charge of the sanctu- ary, and the charge of the altar: that there be no wrath any more upon the children of Israel 6 And I, behold, I have taken your brethren the Levites from among the children of Israel: to you they are given as a gift for the Lord, to do the service of the tabernacle of the congregation. 7 Therefore thou and thy sons with thee shall keep your priest's office for every thing of the altar, and within the vail; and ye shall serve: I have given your priest's office unto you as a ser- vice of gift: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death. 8 And the Lord spake unto Aaron, Behold, I also have given thee the charge of mine heave of- ferings of all the hallowed things of the children of Israel ; unto thee have I given them by reason of the anointing, and to thy sons, by an ordinance for ever. 9 This shall be thine of the most holy things, reserved from the fire: every oblation of their 5 s, every meat offering of their's, and every sin offer- ing of their's, and every trespass offering of their's, which they shall render unto me, shall be most holy for thee and for thy sons. 10 In the most holy place shalt thou eat it; W9 The clean shall eat. NUMBERS. XIX. (19) Water separation. every male shall eat it: it shall be holy unto thee. 11 And this is thine; the heave offering of their gift, with all the wave offerings of the children of Israel: I have given them unto thee, and to thy sons and to thy daughters with thee, by a statute for ever: every one that is clean in thy house shall eat of it, 12 All the best of the oil, and all the best of the wine, and of the wheat, the firstf ruits of them which they shall offer unto the Lord, them have I given thee. 13 And whatsoever is first ripe in the land, which they shall bring unto the Lord, shall be thine ; every one that is clean in thine house shall eat of it. 14 Every thing devoted in Israel shall be thine. 15 Every thing that openeth the matrix in all flesh, which they bring unto the Lord, whether it be of men or beasts, shall be thine: nevertheless the firstborn of man shalt thou surely redeem, and the firstling of unclean beasts shalt thou re- deem. 16 And those that are to be redeemed from a month old shalt thou redeem, according to thine estimation, for the money of five shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary, which is twenty gerahs. 17 But the firstling of a cow, or the firstling of a sheep, or the firstling of a goat, thou shalt not redeem; they are holy: thou shalt sprinkle their blood upon the altar, and shalt burn their fat for an offering made by fire, for a sweet savour unto the Lord. 18 And the flesh of them shall be thine, as the wave breast and as the right shoulder are thine. 19 All the heave offerings of the holy things, which the children of Israel offer unto the Lord, have I given thee, and thy sons and thy daughters with thee, by a statute for ever: it is a covenant of salt for ever before the Lord unto thee and to thy seed with thee. 20 And the Lord spake unto Aaron, Thou shalt have no inheritance in their land, neither shalt thou have any part among them: I am thy part and thine inheritance among the children of Israel. 21 And, behold, I have given the children of Levi all the tenth in Israel for an inheritance, for their service which they serve, even the service of the tabernacle of the congregation. 22 Neither must the children of Israel hence- forth come nigh the tabernacle of the congrega- tion, lest they bear sin, and die. 23 But the Levites shall do the service of the tabernacle of the congregation, and they shall bear their iniquity: it shall be a statute for ever throughout your generations, that among the chil- dren of Israel they have no inheritance. 24 But the tithes of the children of Israel, which they offer as an heave offering unto the Lord, I have given to the Levites to inherit: there- fore I have said unto them, Among the children of Israel they shall have no inheritance. 25 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 26 Thus speak unto the Levites, and say unto them, When ye take of the children of Israel the tithes which I have given you from them for your inheritance, then ye shall offer up an heave offer- ing of it for the Lord, even a tenth part of the tithe. 27 And this your heave offering shall be reck- oned unto you, as though it were the corn of the threshingfloor, and as the fulness of the wine- press. 28 Thus ye also shall offer an heave offering unto the Lord of all your tithes, which ye receive of the children of Israel; and ye shall give thereof the Lord's heave offering to Aaron the priest. 29 Out of all your gifts ye shall offer every heave offering of the Lord, of all the best thereof, even, the hallowed part thereof out of it. 30 Therefore thou shalt say unto them, When ye have heaved the best thereof from it, then it shall be counted unto the Levites as the increase of the threshingfloor, and as the increase of the winepress. 31 And ye shall eat it in every place, ye and your households: for it is your reward for your service in the tabernacle of the congregation. 32 And ye shall bear no sin by reason of it, when ye have heaved from it the best of it: neither shall ye pollute the holy things of the chil- dren of Israel, lest ve die. CHAPTER XIX. (19.) 1 The water of separation made of the ashes of a red heifer. 11 The law for the use of it in purification of the unclean. AND the Lord spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying, 2 This is the ordinance of the law which the Lord hath commanded, saying, Speak unto the children of Israel, that they bring thee a red heifer without spot, wherein is no blemish, and upon which never came yoke : 3 And ye shall give her unto Eleazar the priest, that he may bring her forth without the camp, and one shall slay her before his face: 4 And Eleazar the priest shall take of her blood with his finger, and sprinkle of her blood directly before the tabernacle of the congregation seven times: 5 And one shall burn the heifer in his sight; her skin, and her flesh, and her blood, with her dung, shall he burn: 6 And the priest shall take cedar wood, and nyssop, and scarlet, and cast it into the midst of the burning of the heifer. 7 Then the priest shall wash his clothes, and he shall bathe his flesh in water, and afterward he shall come into the camp, and the priest shall be unclean until the even. 8 And he that burneth her shall wash his clothes in water, and bathe hif? flesh in water, and shall be unclean until the even. 9 And a man that is clean shall gather up the ashes of the heifer, and lay them up without the camp in a clean place, and it shall be kept for the congregation of the children of Israel for a water of separation : it is a purification for sin. ISO oO'S He shall purify himself. NUMBERS, XX. (20) In Kadesh. 10 And he that gathereth the ashes of the heifer shall wash his clothes, and be unclean un- til the even: and it shall be unto the children of Israel, and unto the stranger that sojourneth among them, for a statute for ever. 11 He that toucheth the dead body of any man shall be unclean seven days. 12 He shall purify himself with it on the third day, and on the seventh day he shall be clean: but if he purify not himself the third day, then the seventh day he shall not be clean. 13 Whosoever toucheth the dead body of any man that is dead, and purifieth not himself, de- fileth the tabernacle of the Lord; and that soul shall be cut off from Israel: because the water of separation was not sprinkled upon him, he shall be unclean ; his uncleanness is yet upon him. 14 This is the law, when a man dieth in a tent: all that come into the tent, and all that is in the tent, shall be unclean seven days. 15 And every open vessel, which hath no cover- ing bound upon it, is unclean. 16 And whosoever toucheth one that is slain with a sword in the open fields, or a dead body, or a bone of a man, or a grave, shall be unclean seven days. 17 And for an unclean person they shall take of the ashes of the burnt heifer of purification for sin, and running water shall be put thereto in a vessel : 18 And a clean person shall take hyssop, and dip it in the water, and springle it upon the tent, and upon all the vessels, and upon the persons that were there, and upon him that touched a bone, or one slain, or one dead, or a grave: 19 And the clean person shall sprinkle upon the unclean on the third day, and on the seventh day: and on the seventh day he shall purify him- self, and wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and shall be clean at even. 20 But the man that shall be unclean, and shall not purify himself, that soul shall be cut off from among the congregation, because he hath defiled the sanctuary of the Lord: the water of separa- tion hath not been sprinkled upon him; he is un- clean. 21 And it shall be a perpetual statute unto them, that he that sprinkleth the water of separa- tion shall wash his clothes ; and he that toucheth the water of separation shall be unclean until even. 22 And whatsoever the unclean person touch- eth shall be unclean; and the soul that toucheth it shall be unclean until even. CHAPTER XX. (20.) 1 The children of Israel come to Zin, where Miriam dieth. 2 They murmur for want of water. 7 Moses smiting the rock bringcth forth water at Meribah. 14 Moses at Kadesh desiroth passage through Edom, which is denied him. 22 At mount Hor Aaron re~ signeth his place to Eleazar, and dieth. T HEN came the children of Israel, even the whole congregation, into the desert of Zin in the first month: and the people abode in Kadesh; and Miriam died there, and was buried there. 2 And there was no water for the congrega- tion: and they gathered themselves together against Moses and against Aaron. 3 And the people chode with Moses, and spake, saying, Would God that we had died, when our brethren died before the Lord! 4 And why have ye brought up the congrega- tion of the Lord into this wilderness, that we and our cattle should die there? 5 And wherefore have ye made us to come up out of Egypt, to bring us in unto this evil place? it is no place of seed, or of figs, or of vines, or of pomegranates; neither is there any water to drink. 6 And Moses and Aaron went from the pres- ence of the assembly unto the door of the taber- nacle of the congregation, and they fell upon their faces: and the glory of the Lord appeared unto them. 7 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 8 Take the rod, and gather thou the assembly together, thou, and Aaron thy brother, and speak ye unto the rock before their eyes; and it shall give forth his water, and thou shalt bring forth to them water out of the rock: so thou shalt give the congregation and their beasts drink. 9 And Moses took the rod from before the Lord, as he commanded him. 10 And Moses and Aaron gathered the congre- gation together before the rock, and he said unto them, Hear now, ye rebels; must we fetch you water out of this rock? 11 And Moses lifted up his hand, and with his rod he smote the rock twice: and the water came out abundantly, and the congregation drank, and their beasts also. 12 And the Lord spake unto Moses and Aaron, Because ye believed me not, to sanctify me in the eyes of the children of Israel, therefore ye shall not bring this congregation into the land which I have given them. 13 This is the water of Meribah; because the children of Israel strove with the Lord, and he was sanctified in them 14 And Moses sent messengers from Kadesh unto the king of Edom, Thus saith thy brother Israel, Thou knowest all the travel that hath be- fallen us: 15 How our fathers went down into Egypt, and we have dwelt in Egypt a long time; and the Egyptians vexed us, and our fathers: 16 And when we cried unto the Lord, he heard our voice, and sent an angel, and hath brought us forth out of Egypt: and, behold, we are in Kadesh, a city in the uttermost of thy border: 17 Let us pass, I pray thee, through thy country: we will not pass through the fields, or through the vineyards, neither will we drink of the water of the wells: we will go by the king's high way, we will not turn to the right hand nor to the left, until we have passed thy borders. 18 And Edom said unto him, Thou shalt not 131 We will go by the highway. NUMBERS. XXI. (21) Israel smote Mm. pass by me, lest I come out against thee with the sword. 19 And the children of Israel said unto him, We will go by the high way: and if I and my cat- tle drink of thy water, then I will pay for it: I will only, without doing any thing else, go through on my feet. 20 And he said, Thou shalt not go through. And Edom came out against him with much peo- ple, and with a strong hand. 21 Thus Edom refused to give Israel passage through his border : wherefore Israel turned away from him. 22 And the children of Israel, even the whole congregation, journeyed from Kadesh, and came unto mount Hor. 23 And the Lord spake unto Moses and Aaron in mount Hor, by the coast of the land of Edom, saying, 24 Aaron shall be gathered unto his people: for he shall not enter into the land which I have given unto the children of Israel, because ye re- belled against my word at the water of Meribah. 25 Take Aaron and Eleazar his son, and bring them up unto mount Hor: 26 And strip Aaron of his garments, and put them upon Eleazar his son: and Aaron shall be gathered unto his people, and shall die there. 27 And Moses did as the Lord commanded: and they went up into mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. 28 And Moses stripped Aaron of his garments, and put them upon Eleazar his son; and Aaron died there in the top of the. mount: and Moses and Eleazar came down from the mount. 29 And when all the congregation saw that Aaron was dead, they mourned for Aaron thirty days, even all the house of Israel. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 Israel with some loss destroy the Canaanites at Hor- mah. 4 The people murmuring are plagued with fiery serpents. 7 They repenting are healed by a brasen serpent. 10 Sundry journeys of the Israelites. 21 Sihon is overcome, 33 and Og. AND when king Arad the Canaanite, which dwelt in the south, heard tell that Israel came by the way of the spies; then he fought against Israel, and took some of them prisoners. 2 And Israel vowed a vow unto the Lord, and said, If thou wilt indeed deliver this people into my hand, then I will utterly destroy their cities. 3 And the Lord hearkened to the voice of Is- rael, and delivered up the Canaanites; and they utterly destroyed them and their cities: and he called the name of the place Hormah. 4 And they journeyed from mount Hor by the way of the Red sea, to compass the land of Edom: and the soul of the people was much discouraged because of the way. 5 And the people spake against God and against Moses, Wherefore have ye brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? for there is no bread, neither is there any water; and our soul loatheth this light bread. 6 And the Lord sent fiery serpents among the people, and they bit the people; and much people of Israel died. 7 Therefore the people came to Moses and said, We have sinned, for we have spoken against the Lord, and against thee; pray unto the Lord, that he take away the serpents from us. And Moses prayed for the people. 8 And the Lord said unto Moses, Make thee a fiery serpent, and set it upon a pole: and it shall come to pass, that every one that is bitten, when he looketh upon it, shall live. 9 And Moses made a serpent of brass, and put it upon a pole, and it came to pass, that if a ser- pent had bitten any man, when he beheld the ser- pent of brass, he lived. 10 And the children of Israel set forward, and pitched in Oboth. 11 And they journeyed from Oboth, and pitched at Ije-abarim, in the wilderness which is before Moab, toward the sunrising. 12 From thence they removed, and pitched in the valley of Zared. 13 From thence they removed, and pitched on the other side of Arnon, which is iu the wilder- ness that cometh out of the coasts of the Amor- ites: for Arnon is the border of Moab, between Moab and the Amorites. 14 Wherefore it is said in the book of the wars of the Lord, What he did in the Red sea, and in the brooks of Arnon, 15 And at the stream of the brooks that goeth down to the dwelling of Ar, and lieth upon the border of Moab. 16 And from thence they went to Beer: that is the well whereof the Lord spake unto Moses, Gather the people together, and I will give them water. 17 Then Israel sang this song, Spring up, O well; sing ye unto it: 18 The princes digged the well, the nobles of the people digged it, by the direction of the law- giver, with their staves. And from the wilder- ness they went to Mattanah: 19 And from Mattanah to Nahaliel: and from Nahaliel to Bamoth: 20 And from Bamoth in the valley, that is in the country of Moab, to the top of Pisgah, which looketh toward Jeshimon. 21 And Israel sent messengers unto Sihon king cf the Amorites, saying, 22 Let me pass through thy land : we will not turn into the fields, or into the vineyards; we will not drink of the waters of the well: but we will go along by the king's high way, until we be past thy borders. 23 And Sihon would not suffer Israel to pass through his border: but Sihon gathered all his people together, and went out against Israel into the wilderness : and he came to Jahaz, and fought against Israel. 24 And Israel smote him with the edge of the sword, and possessed his land from Arnon unto Jabbok, even unto the children of Ammon: for 122 EG we ha of all they t nance YPTIA ve a pi animals ake spe . 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DEUTERONOMY, II, (2) Shall see promised land. and walled up to heaven ; and moreover we have seen the sons of the Anakims there. 29 Then I said unto you, Dread not, neither be afraid of them. 30 The Lord your God which goeth before you, he shall fight for you, according to all that he did for you in Egypt before your eyes; 31 And in the wilderness, where thou hast seen how that the Lord thy God bare thee, as a man doth bear his son, in all the way that ye went, until ye came into this place. 32 Yet in this thing ye did not believe the Lord your Godj 33 Who went in the way before you, to search you out a place to pitch your tents in, in fire by night, to shew you by what way ye should go, and in a cloud by day. 34 And the Lord heard the voice of your words, and was wroth, and sware, saying, 35 Surely there shall not one of these men of this evil generation see that good land, which I sware to give unto your fathers, 36 Save Caleb the son. of Jephunneh ; he shall see it, and to him will I give the land that he hath trodden upon, scad to his. children, because he hath wholly followed the Lord. 37 Also the Lord was angry with me for your sakes, saying, Thou also shalt not go in thither. 38 But Joshua the son of Nun, which standeth before thee, he shall go in thither: encourage him: for he shall cause Israel to inherit it. 39 Moreover your little ones, which ye said should be a prey, and your children, which in that day had no knowledge between, good and evil, they shall go in thither, and unto them will I give it, and they shall possess it. 40 But as for you, turn you, and take your jour- ney into the wilderness by the way of the Red sea. 41 Then ye answered and said unto me, We have sined against the Lord, we will go up and fight, according to all that the Lord our God com- manded us. And when ye had girded on every man his weapons of war, ye were ready to go up into the hill. 42 And the Lord said unto me, Say unto them, Go not up, neither fight ; for I am not among you ; lest ye be smitten before your enemies. 43 So I spake unto you; and ye would not hear, but rebelled against the commandment of the Lord, and went presumptuously up into the hill. 44 And the Amorites, which dwelt in that mountain, came out against you, and chased you, as bees do, and destroyed you in Seir, even unto Hormah. 45 And ye returned and wept before the Lord; but the Lord would not hearken to your voice, nor give ear unto you. 46 So ye abode in Kadesh many days, accord- ing unto the days that ye abode there. CHAPTER n. (2) 1 The story is continued, that they were not to meddle with the Edoraites, 9 nor with the Moabites, 17 nor with the Ammonites, 24 but Sihon the Ainorite was subdued by them. TEEN we turned, and took our journey into the wilderness by the way of the Red sea, as the Lord spake unto me: and we compassed mount Seir many days. 2 And the Lord spake unto me, saying, 3 Ye have compassed this mountain long enough: turn you northward. 4 And command thou the people, saying, Ye are to pass through the coast of your brethren the children of Esau, which dwell in Seir ; and they shall be afraid of you: take ye good heed unto yourselves therefore: 5 Meddle not with them; for I will not give you of their land, no, not so much as a foot breadth; because I have given mount Seir unto Esau for a possession. 6 Ye shall buy meat of them for money, that ye may eat; and ye shall also buy water of them for money, that ye may drink. 7 For the Lord thy God hath' blessed thee in all the works of thy hand: he knoweth thy walk- ing through this great wilderness: these forty years the Lord thy God hath been with thee; thou hast lacked nothing. 8 And when we passed by from our brethren the children of Esau, which dwelt in Seir, through the way of the plain from Elath, and from Ezion- gaber, we turned and passed by the way of the wilderness of Moab. 9 And the Lord said unto me, Distress not the Moabites, neither contend with them in battle: for I will not give thee of their land for a pos- session; because I have given Ar unto the chil- dren of Lot for a possession. 10 The Emims dwelt therein in times past, a people great, and many, and tall, as the Anakims; 11 Which also were accounted giants, as the Anakims; but the Moabites call them Emims. 12 The Horims also dwelt in Seir beforetime; but the children of Esau succeeded them, when they had destroyed them from before them, and dwelt in their stead; as Israel did unto the land of his possession, which the Lord gave unto them. 13 Now rise up, said I, and get you over the brook Zered. And we went over the brook Zered. 14 And the space in which we came from Kadesh-barnea, until we were come over the brook Zered, was thirty and eight years ; until all the generation of the men of war were wasted out from among the host, as the Lord sware unto them. 15 For indeed the hand of the Lord was against them, to destroy them from among the host, until they were consumed. 16 So it came to pass, when all the men of war were consumed and dead from among the people, 17 That the Lord spake unto me, saying, 18 Thoa art to pass over through Ar, the coast of Moab, this day: 19 And when thou comest nigh over against the children of Ammon, distress them not, nor meddle with them: for I will not give thee of the land of the children of Ammon any possession; 138 *>z$ A land of giants. DEUTERONOMY, III, (3) Kingdom of Og. because I have given it unto the children of Lot for a possession. 20 (That also was accounted a land of giants: giants dwelt therein in old time; and the Am- monites call them Zamzummims; 21 A people great, and many, and tall, as the Anakims; but the Lord destroyed them before them; and they succeeded them, and dwelt in their stead: 22 As he did to the children of Esau, which dwelt in Seir, when he destroyed the Horims from before them ; and they succeeded them, and dwelt in their stead even unto this day: 23 And the Avims which dwelt in Hazerim, even unto Azzah, the Caphtorims, which came forth out of Caphtor, destroyed them, and dwelt in their stead.) 24 Rise ye up, take your journey, and pass over the river Arnon: behold, I have given into thine hand Sihon the Amorite, king of Heshbon, and his land: begin to possess it, and contend with him in battle. 25 This day will I begin to put the dread of thee and the fear of thee upon the nations that are under the whole heaven, who shall hear re- port of thee, and shall tremble, and be in anguish because of thee. 26 And I sent messengers out of the wilder- ness of Kedemoth unto Sihon king of Heshbon with words of peace, saying, 27 Let me pass through thy land: I will go along by the high way, I will neither turn unto the right hand nor to the left. 28 Thou shalt sell me meat for money, that I may eat; and give me water for money, that I may drink: only I will pass through on my feet; 29 (As the children of Esau which dwell in Seir, and the Moabites which dwell in Ar, did unto me ;) until I shall pass over Jordan into the land which the Lord our God giveth us. 30 But Sihon king of Heshbon would not let us pass by him: for the Lord thy God hardened his spirit, and made his heart obstinate, that he might deliver him into thy hand, as appeareth this day. 31 And the Lord said unto me, Behold, I have begun to give Sihon and his land before thee: be- gin to possess, that thou mayest inherit his land. 32 Then Sihon came out against us, he and all his people, to fight at Jahaz. 33 And the Lord our God delivered him before us; and we smote him, and his sons, and all his people. 34 And we took all his cities at that time, and utterly destroyed the men, and the women, and the little ones, of every city, we left none to re- main: 35 Only the cattle we took for a prey unto our- selves, and the spoil of the cities which we took. 36 From Aroer, which is by the brink of the river of Arnon, and from the city that is by the river, even unto Gilead, there was not one city too strong for us: the Lord our God delivered all unto us : 37 Only unto the land of the children of Am- nion thou earnest not, nor unto any place of the river Jabbok, nor unto the cities in the mountains, nor unto whatsoever the Lord our God forbad us. CHAI»TER III. (3) 1 The story of the conquest of Og king of Bashan. 11 The bigness of his bed. 12 The distribution of those lands to the two tribes and half. 23 Moses' prayer to enter into the land. 26 He is permitted to see It. THEN we turned, and went up the way to Bashan: and Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei. 2 And the Lord said unto me, Fear him not: for I will deliver him, and all his people, and his land, into thy hand ; and thou shalt do unto him as thou didst unto Sihon king of the Amorites, which dwelt at Heshbon. 3 So the Lord our God delivered into our hands Og also, the king of Bashan, and all his people: and we smote him until none was left to him re- maining. 4 And we took all his cities at that time, there was not a city which we took not from them, threescore cities, all the region of Argob, the kingdom of Og in Bashan. 5 All these cities were fenced with high walls, gates, and bars; beside unwalled towns a great many. 6 And we utterly destroyed them, as we did unto Sihon king of Heshbon, utterly destroying the men, women, and children, of every city. 7 But all the cattle, and the spoil of the cities, we took for a prey to ourselves. 8 And we took at that time out of the hand of the two kings of the Amorites the land that was on this side Jordan, from the river of Arnon' unto mount Hermon; 9 (Which Hermon the Sidonians call Sirion; and the Amorites call it Shenir;) 10 All the cities of the plain, and all Gilead, and all Bashan, unto Salchah and Edrei, cities of the kingdom of Og in Basham 11 For only Og king of Bashan remained of the remnant of giants; behold, his bedstead was a bedstead of iron ; is it not in Rabbath of the chil- dren of Ammon? nine cubits was the length there- of, and four cubits the breadth of it, after the cu- bit of a man. 12 And this land, which we possessed at that time, from Aroer, which is by the river Arnon, and half mount Gilead, and the cities thereof, gave I unto the Reubenites and to the Gadites. 13 And the rest of Gilead, and all Bashan, be- ing the kingdom of Og, gave I unto the half tribe of Manasseh; all the region of Argob, with all Bashan, which was called the land of gianta. 14 Jair the son of Manasseh took all the coun- try of Argob unto the coasts of Geshurj. and Maachathi; and called them after his own name, Bashan-havoth-jair, unto this day. 15 And I gave Gilead unto Machir. 16 And unto the Reubenites and un^o the Gad- 139 Moses' prayer to enter the land. DEUTERONOMY, IV, (4) Exhortation to obedience. ites I gave from Gilead even unto the river Arnon half the valley, and the border even unto the river Jabbok, which is the border of the children of Ammon; 17 The plain also, and Jordan, and the coast thereof, from Ohinnereth even unto the sea of the plain, even the salt sea, under Ashdoth-pisgah eastward. 18 And I commanded you at that time, saying, The Lord your God hath given you this land to possess it: ye shall pass over armed before your brethren the children of Israel, all that are meet for the war. 19 But your wives, and your little ones, and your cattle, (for I know that ye have much cattle,) shall abide in your cities which I have given you; 20 Until the Lord have given rest unto your brethren, as well as unto you, and until they also possess the land which the Lord your God hath given them beyond Jordan : and then shall ye re- turn every man unto his possession, which I have given you. 21 And I commanded Joshua at that time, say- ing, Thine eyes have seen all that the Lord your God hath done unto these two kings: so shall the Lord do unto all the kingdoms whither thou passest. 22 Ye shall not fear them: for the Lord your God he shall fight for you. 23 And I besought the Lord at that time, saying, 24 O Lord God, thou hast begun to shew thy servant thy greatness, and thy mighty hand: for what God is there in heaven or in earth, that can do according to thy works, and according to thy might? 25 I pray thee, let me go over, and see the good land that is beyond Jordan, that goodly mountain, and Lebanon. 26 But the Lord was wroth with me for your sakes, and would not hear me, and the Lord said unto me, Let it suffice thee; speak no more unto me of this matter. 27 Get thee up in the top of Pisgah, and lift up thine eyes westward, and northward, and south- ward, and eastward, and behold it with thine eyes: for thou shalt not go over this Jordan. 28 But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him: for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see. 29 So we abode in the valley over against Beth- peor. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 An exhortation to obedience. 41 Moses appolnteth the three cities of refuge on that side of Jordan. "VTOW therefore hearken, O Israel, unto the i-ll statutes and unto the judgments, which I teach you, for to do them, that ye may live, and go in and possess the land which the Lord God of your fathers giveth you. 2 Ye shall not add unto the word which I com* mand you, neither shall ye diminish ought from it, that ye may keep the commandments of the Lord your God which I command you. 3 Your eyes have seen what the Lord did be- cause of Baal-peor: for all the men that followed Baal-peor, the Lord thy God hath destroyed them from among you. 4 But ye that did cleave unto the Lord your God are alive every one of you this day. 5 Behold, I have taught you statutes and judg- ments, even as the Lord my God commanded me, that ye should do so in the land whither ye go to possess it. 6 Keep therefore and do them; for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations, which shall hear all these statutes, and say, Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people. 7 For what nation is there so great, who hath God so nigh unto them, as the Lord our God is in all things that we call upon him for? 8 And what nation is there so great, that hath statutes and judgments so righteous as all this law, which I set before you this day? 9 Only take heed to thyself, and keep thy soul diligently, lest thou forget the things which thine eyes have seen, and lest they depart from thy heart all the days of thy life : but teach them thy sons, and thy sons' sons; 10 Specially the day that thou stoodest before the Lord thy God in Horeb, when the Lord said unto me, Gather me the people together, and I will make them hear my words, that they may learn to fear me all the days that they shall live upon the earth, and that they may teach their children. 11 And ye came near and stood under the mountain; and the mountain burned with fire unto the midst of heaven, with darkness, clouds, and thick darkness. 12 And the Lord spake unto you out of the midst of the fire: ye heard the voice of the words, but saw no similitude ; only ye heard a voice. 13 And he declared unto you his covenant, which he commanded you to perform, even ten commandments; and he wrote them upon two tables of stone. 14 And the Lord commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go over to possess it. 15 Take ye therefore good heed unto your- selves ; for ye saw no manner of similitude on the day that the Lord spake unto you in Horeb out of the midst of the fire : 16 Lest ye corrupt yourselves, and make you a graven image, the similitude of any figure, the likeness of male or female, 17 The likeness of any beast that is on the earth, the likeness of any winged fowl that flieth in the air, 18 The likeness of any thing that crcepeth on the ground, the likeness of any fish that is in the waters beneath the earth: 19 And lest thou lift up thine eyes unto heaven, I 140 < An exhortation. DEUTERONOMY, V, (5) To obedience. and when thou seest the sun, and the moon, and the stars, even all the host of heaven, shouldest be driven to worship them, and serve them, which the Lord thy God hath divided unto all nations under the whole heaven. 20 But the Lord hath taken you, and brought you forth out of the iron furnace, even out of Egypt, to be unto him a people of inheritance, as ye are this day. 21 Furthermore the Lord was angry with me for your sokes, and sware that I should not go over Jordan, and that I should not go in unto that good land, which the Lord thy God giveth thee for an inheritance: 22 But I must die in this land, I must not go over Jordan: but ye shall go over, and possess that good land. 23 Take heed unto yourselves, lest ye forget the covenant of the Lord your God, which he made with you, and make you a graven image, or the likeness of any thing, which the Lord thy God hath forbidden thee. 24 For the Lord thy God is a consuming fire, even a jealous God. 25 When thou shalt beget children, and chil- dren's children, and ye shall have remained long in the land, and shall corrupt yourselves, and make a graven image, or the likeness of any thing and shall do evil in the sight of the Lord thy God, to provoke him to anger: 26 I call heaven and earth to witness against you this day, tihat ye shall soon utterly perish from off the land whereunto ye go over Jordan to possess it; ye shall not prolong your days upon it, but shall utterly be destroyed. 27 And the Lord shall scatter you among the nations, and ye shall be left few in number among the heathen, whither the Lord shall lead you. 28 And there ye shall serve gods, the work of men's hands, wood and stone, which neither see, nor hear, nor eat, nor smell. 29 But if from thence thou shalt seek the Lord thy God, thou shalt find him, if thou seek him with all thy heart and with all thy soul. 30 When thou art in tribulation, and all these things are come upon thee, even in the latter days, if thou turn to the Lord thy God, and shalt be obedient unto his voice; 31 (For the Lord thy God is a merciful God ;) he will not forsake thee, neither destroy thee, nor forget the covenant of thy fathers which he sware unto them. 32 For ask now of the days that are past, which were before thee, since the day that God created man upon the earth, and ask from the one side of heaven unto the other, whether there hath been any such thing as this great thing is, or hath been heard like it? 33 Did ever people hear the voice of God speak- ing out of the midst of the fire, as thou hast heard, and live? 34 Or hath God assayed to go and take him a nation from the midst of another nation, by temptations, by signs, and by wonders, and by war, and by a mighty' hand, and by a stretched out arm, and by great terrors, according to all that the Lord your God did for you in Egypt be- fore your eyes? 35 Unto thee it was shewed, that thou mightest know that the Lord he is God ; there is none else beside him. 36 Out of heaven he made thee to hear his voice, that he might instruct thee : and upon earth he shewed thee his great fire; and thou heardest his words out of the midst of the fire. 37 And because he loved thy fathers, therefore he chose their seed after them, and brought thee out in his sight with his mighty power out of Egypt; 38 To drive out nations from before thee greater and mightier than thou art, to bring thee in, to give thee their land for an inheritance, as it is this day. 39 Know therefore this day, and consider it in thine heart, that the Lord he is God in heaven above, and upon the earth beneath: there is none else. 40 Thou shalt keep therefore his statutes, and his commandments, which I command thee this day, that it may go well with thee, and with thy children after thee, and that thou mayest prolong thy days upon the earth, which the Lord thy God giveth thee, for ever. 41 Then Moses severed three cities on this side Jordan toward the sun rising; 42 That the slayer might flee thither, which should kill his neighbour unawares, and hated him not in times past; and that fleeing unto one of these cities he might live: 43 Namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, of the Reubenites ; and Ramoth in Gilead, of the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan', of the Manassites. 44 And this is the law which Moses set before the children of Israel : 45 These are the testimonies, and the statutes, and the judgments, which Moses spake unto the children of Israel, after they came forth out of Egypt, 46 On this side Jordan, in the valley over against Beth-peor, in the land of Sihon king of the Amorites, who dwelt at Heshbon, whom Moses and the children of Israel smote, after they were come forth out of Egypt : 47 And they possessed his land, and the lancl of Og king of Bashan, two kings of the Amorites, which were on this side Jordan toward the sun rising; 48 From Aroer, which is by the bank of the river Arnon, even unto mount Sion, which is Her- mon, 49 And all the plain on this side Jordan east' ward, even unto the sea of the plain, under the springs of Pisgah. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The covenant in Horeb. 6 The ten commandments. 22 At the people's request Moses receiveth the law from God. AND Moses called all Israel, and said unto them, Hear, O Israel, the statutes and judg- 141 The ten commandments. DEUTERONOMY, VI, (6) Moses receiveth the law. ments which I speak in jour ears this day, that ye may learn them, and keep, and do them. 2 The Lord our God made a covenant with us in Horeb. 3 The Lord made not this covenant with our fathers, but with us, even us, who are all of us here alive this day. 4 The Lord talked with you face to face in the mount out of the midst of the fire. 5 (I stood between the Lord and you at that time, to shew you the word of the Lord: for ye were afraid by reason of the fire, and went not up into the mount ;) saying, 6 I am the Lord thy God, which brought thee out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage. 7 Thou shalt have none other gods before me. 8 Thou shalt not make thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneat h, or that is in the waters beneath the earth : 9 Thou shalt not bow down thyself unto them, nor serve them: for I the Lord thy God am a jeal- ous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me, 10 And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments. 11 Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain: for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain. 12 Keep the sabbath day to sanctify it, as the Lord thy God hath commanded thee. 13 Six days thou shalt labour, and do all thy work: 14 But the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God: in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, nor thy man- servant, nor thy maidservant, nor thine ox, nor thine ass, nor any of thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates; that thy manservant and thy maidservant may rest as well as thou. 15 And remember that thou wast a servant in the land of Egypt, and that the Lord thy God brought thee out thence through a mighty hand and by a stretched out arm: therefore the Lord thy God commanded thee to keep the sabbath day. 16 Honour thy father and thy mother, as the Lord thy God hath commanded thee; that thy days may be prolonged, and that it may go well with thee, in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. 17 Thou shalt not kill. 18 Neither shalt thou commit adultery. 19 Neither shalt thou steal. 20 Neither shalt thou bear false witness against thy neighbour. 21 Neither shalt thou desire thy neighbour's wife, neither shalt thou covet thy neighbour's house, his field, or his manservant, or his maid- servant, his ox, or his ass, or any thing that is thy neighbour's. 22 These words the Lord spake unto all your assembly in the mount out of the midst of the fire, of the cloud, and of the thick darkness, with a great voice: and he added no more. And he wrote them in two tables of stone, and delivered them unto me. 23 And it came to pass, when ye heard the voice out of the midst of the darkness, (for the mountain did burn with fire,) that ye came near unto me, even all the heads of your tribes, and your elders; 24 And ye said, Behold, the Lord our God hath shewed us his glory and his greatness, and we have heard his voice out of the midst of the fire: we have seen this day that God doth talk with man, and he liveth. 25 Now therefore why should we die? for this great fire will consume us: if we hear the voice of the Lord our God any more, then we shall die. 26 For who is there of all flesh, that hath heard the voice of the living God speaking out of the midst of the fire, as we have, and lived? 27 Go thou near, and hear all that the Lord our God shall say: and speak thou unto us all that the Lord our God shall speak unto thee; and we will hear it, and do it. 28 And the Lord heard the voice of your words, when ye spake unto me ; and the Lord said unto me, I have heard the voice of the words of this people, which they have spoken unto thee: they have well said all that they have spoken. 29 O that there were such an heart in them, that they would fear me, and keep all my com- mandments always, that it might be well with them, and with their children for ever! 30 Go say to them, Get you into your tents again. 31 But as for thee, stand thou here by me, and I will speak unto thee all the commandments, and the statutes, and the judgments, which thou shalt teach them, that they may do them in the land which I give them to possess it. 32 Ye shall observe to do therefore as the Lord your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left. 33 Ye shall walk in all the ways which the Lord your God hath commanded you, that ye may live, and that it may be well with you, and that ye may prolong your days in the land which ye shall possess. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The end of the law is obedience, thereto. 3 An exhortation lyTOW these are the commandments, the -i-^l statutes, and the judgments, which the Lord your God commanded to teach you, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go to pos- sess it: 2 That thou mightest fear the Lord thy God, to keep all his statutes and his commandments, which I command thee, thou, and thy son, and thy son's son, all the days of thy life; and that thy days may be prolonged. 143 *2 1 <"? Exhortation to obedience. DEUTERONOMY, VII, (7) No communion with naticm 3 Hear therefore, O Israel, and observe to do it; that it may be well with thee, and that ye may increase mightily, as the Lord God of thy fathers hath promised thee, in the land that floweth with milk and honey. 4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord: 5 And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. 6 And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart : 7 And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. 8 And thou shalt bind them for a sign upon thine hand, and they shall be as frontlets between thine eyes. 9 And thou shalt write them upon the posts of thy house, and on thy gates. 10 And it shall be, when the Lord thy God shall have brought thee into the land which he sware unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give thee great and goodly cities, which thou buildedst not, 11 And houses full of all good things, which thou fllledst not, the wells digged, which thou diggedst not, vineyards and olive trees, which thou plantedst not; when thou shalt have eaten and be full; 12 Then beware lest thou forget the Lord, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage. 13 Thou shalt fear the Lord thy God, and serve him, and shalt swear by his name. 14 Ye shall not go after other gods, of the gods of the people which are round about you; 15 (For the Lord thy God is a jealous God among you) lest the anger of the Lord thy God be kindled against thee, and destroy thee from off the face of the earth. 16 Ye shall not tempt the Lord your God, as ye tempted him in Massah. 17 Ye shall diligently keep the command- ments of the Lord your God, and his testimonies, and his statutes, which he hath commanded thee. 18 And thou shalt do that which is right and good in the sight of the Lord : that it may be well with thee, and that thou mayest go in and possess the good land which the Lord sware unto thy fathers, 19 To cast out all thine enemies from before thee, as the Lord hath spoken. 20 And when thy son asketh thee in time to come, saying, What mean the testimonies, and the statutes, and the judgments, which the Lord our God hath commanded you? 21 Then thou shalt say unto thy son, We were Pharaoh's bondmen in Egypt; and the Lord brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand: 22 And the Lord shewed signs and wonders, great and sore, upon Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and upon all his household, before our eyes: 23 And he brought us out from thence, that he might bring us in, to give us the land which he sware unto our fathers. 24 And the Lord commanded us to do all these statutes, to fear the Lord our God, for our good always, that he might preserve us alive, as it is at this day. 25 And it shall be our righteousness, if we ob- serve to do all these commandments before the Lord our God, as he hath commanded us. CHAPTER Vn. (7) 1 All communion with the nations is forbidden, 4 for fear of idolatry, 6 for the holiness of the people, 9 for the nature of 3od in his mercy and justice, 17 for the assuredness of victory which God will give over them. WHEN the Lord thy God shall bring thee into the land whither thou goest to pos- sess it, and hath cast out many nations before thee, the Hittites, and the Girgashites, and the Amorites, and the Canaanites, and the Perizzites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites, seven nations greater and mightier than thou; 2 And when the Lord thy God shall deliver them before thee; thou shalt smite them, and ut- terly destroy them ; thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor shew mercy unto them: 3 Neither shalt thou make marriages with them; thy daughter thou shalt not give unto his son, nor his daughter shalt thou take unto thy son. 4 For they will turn away thy son from follow- ing me, that they may serve other gods: so will the anger of the Lord be kindled against you, and destroy thee suddenly. 5 But thus shall ye deal with them; ye shall destroy their altars, and break down their images, and cut down their groves, and burn their graven images with fire. 6 For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God: the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth. 7 The Lord did not set his love upon you, nor choose you, because ye were more in number than any people ; for ye were the fewest of all people : 8 But because the Lord loved you and because he would keep the oath which he had sworn unto your fathers, hath the Lord brought you out with a mighty hand, and redeemed you out of the house of bondmen, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt. 9 Know therefore that the Lord thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations ; 10 And repayeth them that hate him to their face, to destroy them: he will not be slack to him that hateth him, he will repay him to his face. 11 Thou shalt therefore keep the command- ments, and the statutes, and the judgments, which I command thee this day, to do them. 12 Wherefore it shall come to pass, if ye -> - 148 An exhortation. DEUTERONOMY, VIII, (8) To obedience. hearken to these judgments, and keep, and do them, that the Lord thy God shall keep unto thee the covenant and the mercy which he sware unto thy fathers: 13 And he will love thee, and bless thee, and multiply thee: he will also bless the fruit of thy womb, and the fruit of thy land, thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep, in the land which he sware unto thy fathers to give thee. 14 Thou shalt be blest above all people: there shall not be male or female barren among you, or among your cattle. 15 And the Lord will take away from thee all sickness, and will put none of the evil diseases of Egypt, which thou knowest, upon thee; but will lay them upon all them that hate thee. 16 And thou shalt consume all the people which the Lord thy God shall deliver thee; thine eye shall have no pity upon them: neither shalt thou serve their gods; for that will be a snare unto thee. 17 If thou) shalt say in thine 'heart, These na- tions are more than I; how can I dispossess them? 18 Thou shalt not be afraid of them: but shalt well remember what the Lord thy God did unto Pharaoh, and unto all Egypt: 19 The great temptations which thine eyes saw, and the signs, and the wonders, and the mighty hand, and the stretched out arm, whereby the Lord thy God brought thee out: so shall the Lord thy God do unto all the people of whom thou art afraid. 20 Moreover the Lord thy God will send the hornet among them, until they that are left, and hide themselves from thee, be destroyed. 21 Thou shalt not be affrighted at them; for the Lord thy God is among you, a mighty God and terrible. 22 And the Lord thy God will put out those na- tions before thee by little and little: thou mayest not consume them at once, lest the beasts of the field increase upon thee. 23 But the Lord thy God shall deliver them unto thee, and shall destroy them with a mighty destruction, until they be destroyed. 24 And he shall deliver their kings into thine hand, and thou shalt destroy their name from un- der heaven: there shall no man be able to stand before thee, until thou have destroyed them. 25 The graven images of their gods shall ye burn with fire: thou shalt not desire the silver or gold that is on them, nor take it unto thee, lest thou be snared therein: for it is an abomination to the Lord thy God. 26 Neither shalt thou bring an abomination into thine house, lest thou be a cursed thing like it: but thou shalt utterly detest it, and thou shalt utterly abhor it ; for it is a cursed thing. CHAPTER VIII. (8) An exhortation to obedience in regard of God's dealing with them. ALL the commandments which I command thee this day shall ye observe to do, that ye may live, and multiply, and go in and possess the land which the Lord sware unto your fathers. 2 And thou shalt remember all the way which the Lord thy God led thee these forty years in the wilderness, to humble thee, and to prove thee, to know what was in thine heart, whether thou wouldest keep his commandments, or no. 3 And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the Lord doth man live. 4 Thy raiment waxed not old upon thee, neither did thy foot swell, these forty years. 5 Thou shalt also consider in thine heart, that, as a man chasteneth his son, so the Lord thy God chasteneth thee. 6 Therefore thou shalt keep the command- ments of the Lord thy God, to walk in his ways, and to fear him. 7 For the Lord thy God bringeth thee into a good land, a land of brooks of water, of fountains and depths that spring out of valleys and hills; 8 A land of wheat, and barley, and vines, and fig trees, and pomegranates; a land of oil olive, and honey; 9 A land wherein thou shalt eat bread without scarceness, thou shalt not lack any thing in it; a land whose stones are iron, and out of whose hills thou mayest dig brass. 10 When thou hast eaten and art full, then thou shalt bless the Lord thy God for the good land which he hath given thee. 11 Beware that thou forget not the Lord thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and hia statutes, which I command thee this day: 12 Lest when thou hast eaten and art full, and hast built goodly houses, and dwelt therein ; 13 And when thy herds and thy flocks multi- ply, and thy silver and thy gold is multiplied, and ail that thou hast is multiplied; 14 Then thine heart be lifted up, and thou for- get the Lord thy God, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bond- age; 15 Who led thee through that great and ter- rible wilderness, wherein were fiery serpents, and scorpions, and drought, where there was no water; who brought thee forth water out of the rock of flint; 16 Who fed thee in the wilderness with manna, which thy fathers knew not, that he might hum- ble thee, and that he might prove thee, to do thee good at thy latter end; 17 And thou say in thine heart, My power and the might of mine hand hath gotten me this wealth. 18 But thou shalt remember the Lord thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day. 19 And it shall be, if thou do at all forget the Lord thy God, and walk after other gods, and 144 Moses rehearseth the DEUTERONOMY, IX, (9) Several rebellions of Isrdd. serve them, and worship them, I testify against you this day that ye shall surely perish. 20 As the nations which the Lord destroyeth before your face, so shall ye perish; because ye would not be obedient unto the voice of the Lord your God. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 Moses dissuadeth them from the opinion of their own righteousness, hy rehearsing their several rebellions. HEAR, O Israel: Thou art to pass over Jor- dan this day, to go in to possess nations greater and mightier than thyself, cities great and fenced up to heaven, 2 A people great and tall, the children of the Anakims, whom thou knowest, and of whom thou hast heard say, Who can stand before the chil dren of Anak! 3 Understand therefore this day, that the Lord thy God is he which goeth over before thee; as a consuming fire he shall destroy them, and he shall bring them down before thy face: so shalt thou drive them out, and destroy them quickly, as the Lord hath said unto thee. 4 Speak not thou in thine Ueart, after that the Lord thy God hath cast them out from before thee, saying, For my righteousness the Lord hath brought me in to possess this land: but for the wickedness of these nations the Lord doth drive them out from before thee. 5 Not for thy righteousness, or for the upright- ness of thine heart, dost thou go to possess their land : but for the wickedness of these nations the Lord thy God doth drive them out from before thee, and that he may perform the word which the Lord sware unto thy fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. 6 Understand therefore, that the Lord thy God giveth thee not this good land to possess it for thy righteousness ; for thou art a stiffnecked people. 7 Remember, and forget not, how thou pro- vokedst the Lord thy God to wrath in the wilder- ness : from the day that thou didst depart out of the land of Egypt, until ye came unto thi3 place, ye have been rebellious against the Lord. 8 Also in Horeb ye provoked the Lord to wrath, so that the Lord w^s angry with you to have de- stroved vou. 9 Y'ken I was gone up into the mount to re- ceive the tables of stone, even the tables of the covenant which the Lord made with you, then I abode in the mount forty days and forty nights, I neither did eat bread nor drink water: 10 And the Lord delivered unto me two tables of stone written with the finger of God; and on them was written according to all the words, which the Lord spake with you in the mount out of the midst of the fire in the day of the assembly. 11 And it came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights, that the Lord gave me the two tables of stone, even the tables of the covenant. 12 And the Lord said unto me, Arise, get thee down quickly from hence; for thy people which thou hast brought forth out of Egypt have cor- lla rupted themselves; they are quickly turned aside out of the way which I commanded them; they have made them a molten image. 13 Furthermore the Lord spake unto me, say- ing, I have seen this people, and, behold, it is a stiff necked people: 14 Let me alone, that I may destroy them, and blot out their name from under heaven : and I will make of thee a nation mightier and greater than they. 15 So I turned and came down from the mount, and the mount burned with fire: and the two tables of the covenant were in my two hands. 16 And I looked, and, behold, ye had sinned against the Lord your God, and had made you a molten calf: ye had turned aside quickly out of the way which the Lord had commanded you. 17 And I took the two tables, and cast them out of my two hands, and brake them before your eyes. 18 And I fell down before the Lord, as at the first, forty days and forty nights: I did neither eat bread, nor drink water, because of all your sins which ye sinned, in doing wickedly in the sight of the Lord, to provoke him to anger. 19 For I was afraid of the anger and hot dis- pleasure, wherewith the Lord was wroth against you to destroy you. But the Lord hearkened unto me at that time also* 20 And the Lord was very angry with Aaron to have destroyed him : and I prayed for Aaron also the same time. 21 And I took your sin, the calf which ye had made, and burnt it with fire, and stamped it, and ground it very small, even until it was as small dust: and I cast the dust thereof into the brook that descended out of the mount. 22 And at Taberah, and at Massah, and at KTibroth-hattaavah, ye provoked the Lord to wrath. 23 Likewise when the Lord sent you from Ka- desh-barnea, saying, Go up and possess the land which I have given you ; then ye rebelled against the commandment of the Lord your God, and ye believed him not, nor hearkened to his voice. 24 Ye have been rebellious against the Lord from the day that I knew you. 25 Thus I fell down before the Lord forty days and forty nights, as I fell down at the first; be- cause the Lord had said he would destroy you. 26 I prayed therefore unto the Lord, and said, O Lord God, destroy not thy people and thine in- heritance, which thou hast redeemed through thy greatness, which thou hast brought forth out of Egypt with a mighty hand. 27 Remember thy servants, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob ; look not unto the stubbornness of this people, nor to their wickedness, nor to their sin : 28 Lest the land whence thou broughtest us out say, Because the Lord was not able to bring them into the land which he promised them, and because he hated them, he hath brought them out to slay them in the wilderness. 29 Yet they are thy people and thine inherit- 145 The two tables restored. DEUTEROXOMY,~X. (10) Exhortation to obedience ance, which, thou broughtest out by thy mighty power and by thy stretched out arm. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 God's mercy In restoring the two tables, 6 in continu- ing the priesthood, 8 in separating the tribe of Levi, 10 in hearkening unto Moses' suit for the people. 12 An exhortation unto obedience. AT that time the Lord said unto me, Hew thee two tables of stone like unto> the first, and come up unto me into the mount, and make thee an ark of wood. 2 And I will write on the tables the words that were in the first tables which thou brakest, and thou shalt put them in the ark. 3 And I make an ark of shittim wood, and i hewed two tables of stone like unto the first, and went up into the mount, having the two tables in mine hand. 4 And he wrote on the tables, according to> the first writing, the ten commandments, which the Lord spake unto you in the mount out of the midst of the fire in the day of the assembly : and the Lord gave them unto me. 5 And I turned myself and came down, from the mount, and put the tables in the ark which 1 had made; and there they be, as the Lord com- manded me. 6 And the children of Israel took their journey from Beeroth of the children of Jaakan to Mosera: there Aaron died, and there he was buried; and Eleazar his son ministered in the priest's office in his stead. 7 From thence they journeyed unto Gudgodah; and from Gudgodah to Jotbath, a land of rivers of waters. 8 At that time the Lord separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the Lord, to stand before the Lord to minister unto him, and to bless in his name, unto this day. 9 Wherefore Levi hath no part nor inheritance with his brethren ; the Lord is his inheritance, ac- cording as the Lord thy God promised him. 10 And I stayed in the mount, according to the first time, forty days and forty nights; and the Lord hearkened unto me at that time also, and the Lord would not destroy thee. 11 And the Lord said unto me, Arise^, take thy journey before the people, that they may go in and possess the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give unto them. 12 And now, Israel, what doth the Lord thy God require of thee, but to fear the Lord thy God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve the Lord thy God with all thy heart and with all thy soul, 13 To keep the commandments of the Lord, and his statutes, which I command thee this day for thy good? 14 Behold, the heaven and the heaven of heavens is the Lord's thy God, the earth also, with all that therein is. 15 Only the Lord had a delight in thy fathers to love them, and he chose their seed after them, even you above all people, as it is this day. 16 Circumcise therefore the foreskin of your heart, and be no more stiffnecked. 17 For the Lord your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty, and a ter- rible, which regardeth not persons, nor taketh re- ward: 18 He doth execute the judgment of the father- less and widow, and loveth the stranger, in giving him food and raiment, 19 Love ye therefore the stranger: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt. 20 Thou shalt fear the Lord thy God; him shalt thou serve, and to him shalt thou cleave, and swear by his name. 21 He is thy praise, and he is thy God, that hath done for thee these great and terrible things, which thine eyes have seen. 22 Thy fathers went down into Egypt with threescore and ten persons; and now the Lord thy God hath made thee as the stars of heaven for multitude. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 An exhortation to obedience, 2 by their own experi- ence of God's great works, 8 by promise of God's great blessing, 16 and by threatenings. 18 A careful study is required in God's words. 26 The blessing and curse is set before them. THEREFORE thou shalt love the Lord thy God, and keep his charge, and his statutes, and his judgments, and his commandments, al- way. 2 And know ye this day: for I speak not with your children which have not known, and which have not seen the chastisement of the Lord your God, his greatness, his mighty hand, and his stretched out arm, 3 And his miracles, and his acts, which he did in the midst of Egypt unto Pharaoh the king of Egypt, and unto all his land; 4 And what he did unto the army of Egypt, unto their horses, and to their chariots; how he made the water of the Red sea to overflow them as they pursued after you, and how the Lord hath destroyed them unto this day; 5 And what he did unto you in the wilderness, until ye came into this place; 6 And what he did unto Dathan and Abiram, the sons of Eliab, the son of Reuben: how the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed them up, and their households, and their tents, and all the substance that was in their possession, in the midst of all Israel : 7 But your eyes have seen all the great acts of the Lord which he did. 8 Therefore shall ye keep all the command- ments which I command you this day, that ye may be strong, and go in and possess the land, whither ye go to possess it; 9 And that ye may prolong your days in the land, which the Lord sware unto your fathers to give unto them and to their seed, a land that floweth with milk and honey. 146 2 © p.F (t lb pa i— i 4 P" o 3 4 5 >-> a 2 rt- P o i-b a H r+ 2 pi Pi M> Hi fd o r+ Hi © R H o (0 m r+ N W a O p-<0 P o km P & & 3 < o o H- SO tb QQ o (0 Hi rt (B B p d (B B ti

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DEUTEKONGMY, XII, (12) Idolatry to be destroyed. 10 For the land, whither thou goest in to pos- sess it, is not as the land of Egypt, from whence ye came out, where thou sowedst thy seed, and .wateredst it with thy foot, as a garden of herbs: 11 But the land, whither ye go to possess it, is a land of hills and valleys, and drinketh water of the rain of heaven : 12 A land which the Lord thy God careth for: the eyes of the Lord thy God are always upon it, from the beginning of the year even unto the end of the year. 13 And it shall come to pass, if ye shall hearken diligently unto my commandments which I command you this day, to love the Lord your God, and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul, 14 That I will give you the rain of your land in his due season, the first rain and the latter rain, that thou mayest gather in thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil. 15 And I will send grass in thy fields for thy cattle, that thou mayest eat and be full. 16 Take heed to yourselves, that your heart be not deceived, and ye turn aside, and serve other gods, and worship them ; 17 And then the Lord's wrath be kindled against you, and he shut up the heaven, that there be no rain, and that the land yield not her fruit ; and lest ye perish quickly from off the good land which the Lord giveth you, 18 Therefore shall ye lay up these my words in your heart and in your soul, and bind them for a sign upon your hand, that they may be as front- lets between your eyes. 19 And ye shall teach them your children, speaking of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. 20 And thou shalt write them upon the door posts of thine house, and upon thy gates: 21 That your days may be multiplied, and the days of your children, in the land which the Lord sware unto your fathers to give them, as the days of heaven upon the earth. 22 For if ye shall diligently keep all these commandments which I command you, to do them, to love the Lord your God, to walk in all his ways, and to cleave unto him; 23 Then will the Lord drive out all these na- tions from before you, and ye shall possess greater nations and mightier than yourselves. 24 Every place whereon the soles of your feet shall tread shall be your's: from the wilderness and Lebanon, from the river, the river Euphrates, even unto the uttermost sea shall your coast be. 25 There shall no man be able to stand before you: for the Lord your God shall lay the fear of you and the dread of you upon all the land that ye shall tread upon, as he hath said unto you. 26 Behold, I set before you this day a blessing and a curse; 27 A blessing, if ye obey the commandments of the Lord your God, which I command you this day: 28 And a curse, if ye will not obey the com- mandments of the Lord your God, but turn aside out of the way which I command you this day, to go after other gods, which ye have not known. 29 And it shall come to pass, when the Lord thy God hath brought thee in unto the land whither thou goest to possess it, that thou shalt put /the blessing upon mount Gerizim, and the curse upon mount Ebal. 30 Are they not on the other side Jordan, by the way where the sun goeth down, in the land of the Canaanites, which dwell in the champaign over against Gilgal, beside the plains of Moreh? 31 For ye shall pass over Jordan to go in to possess the land which the Lord your God giveth you, and ye shall possess it, and dwell therein. 32 And ye shall observe to do all the statutes and judgments which I set before you this day. CHAPTER Xn. (12) 1 Monuments of idolatry are to be destroyed. 5 The place of God's service is to be kept. 15, 23 Blood Is forbidden. 17, 20, 26 Holy things must be eaten in the holy place. 19 The Levite is not to be forsaken. 29 Idolatry is not to be enquired after. THESE are the statutes and judgments, which ye shall observe to do in the land, which the Lord God of thy fathers giveth thee to possess it, all the days that ye live upon the earth. 2 Ye shall utterly destroy all the places, where- in the nations which ye shall possess served their gods, upon the high mountains, and upon the hills, and under every green tree* 3 And ye shall overthrow their altars, and break their pillars, and burn their groves with fire; and ye shall hew down the graven images of their gods, and destroy the names of them out of that place. 4 Ye shall not do so unto the Lord your God. 5 But unto the place which the Lord your God shall choose out of all your tribes to put his name there, even unto his habitation shall ye seek, and thither thou shalt come: 6 And thither ye shall bring your burnt offer- ings, and your sacrifices, and your tithes, and heave offerings of your hand, and your vows, and your freewill offerings, and the firstlings of your herds and of your flocks : 7 And there ye shall eat before the Lord your God, and ye shall rejoice in all that ye put your hand unto, ye and your households, wherein the Lord thy God hath blessed thee. 8 Ye shall not do after all the things that we do here this day, every man whatsoever is right in his own eyes. 9 For ye are not as yet come to the rest and to the inheritance, which the Lord your God giveth you. 10 But when ye go over Jordan, and dwell in the land which the Lord your God giveth you to inherit, and when he giveth you rest from all your enemies round about, so that ye dwell in safety; 11 Then there shall be a place which the Lord vour God shall choose to cause his name to dwell there; thither shall ye bring all that I command 147 Blood is forbidden. DEUTERONOMY, XIII, (13) Fate of enticers to idolatry. you; your burnt offerings, and your sacrifices, your tithes, and the heave offering of your hand, and all your choice vows which ye vow unto the Lord: 12 And ye shall rejoice before the Lord your God, ye, and your sons, and your daughters, and your menservants, and your maidservants, and the Levite that is within your gates; forasmuch as he hath no part nor inheritance with you. 13 Take heed to thyself that thou offer not thy burnt offerings in every place that thou seest: 14 But in the place which the Lord shall choose in one of thy tribes, there thou shalt offer thy burnt offerings, and there thou shalt do all that I command thee. 15 Notwithstanding thou mayest kill and eat flesh in all thy gates, whatsoever thy soul lusteth after, according to the blessing of the Lord thy God which he hath given thee: the unclean and the clean may eat thereof, as of the roebuck, and as of the hart. 16 Only ye shall not eat the blood; ye shall pour it upon the earth as water. 17 Thou mayest not eat within thy gates the tithe of thy corn, or of thy wine, or of thy oil, or the firstlings of thy herds or of thy flock, nor any of thy vows which thou vowest, nor thy freewill offerings, or heave offering of thine hand: 18 But thou must eat them before the Lord thy God in the place which the Lord thy God shall choose, thou, and thy son, and thy daughter, and thy manservant, and thy maidservant, and the Levite that is within thy gates : and thou shalt re* joice before the Lord thy God in all that thou; puttest thine hands unto. 19 Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon the earth. 20 When the Lord thy God shall enlarge thy border, as he hath promised thee, and thou shalt say, I will eat flesh, because thy soul longeth to eat flesh; thou mayest eat flesh, whatsoever thy soul lusteth after. 21 If the place which the Lord thy God hath chosen to put his name there be too far from thee, then thou shalt kill of thy herd and of thy flock, which the Lord hath given thee, as I have com- manded thee, and thou shalt eat in thy gates whatsoever thy soul lusteth after. 22 Even as the roebuck and the hart is eaten, so thou shalt eat them: the unclean and the clean shall eat of them alike. 23 Only be sure that thou eat not the blood: for the blood is the life; and thou mayest not eat the life with the flesh. 24 Thou shalt not eat it; thou shalt pour it upon the earth as water. 25 Thou shalt not eat it; that it may go well with thee, and with thy children after thee, when thou shalt do that which is right in the sight of the Lord. 26 Only thy holy things which thou hast, and thy vows, thou shalt take, and go unto the place which the Lord shall choose: 27 And thou shalt offer thy burnt offerings, the flesh and the blood, upon the altar of the Lord thy God: and the blood of thy sacrifices shall be poured out upon the altar of the Lord thy God, and thou shalt eat the flesh. 28 Observe and hear all these words which I command thee, that it may go well with thee, and with thy children after thee for ever, when thou doest that which is good and right in the sight of the Lord thy God. 29 When the Lord thy God shall cut off the nations from before thee, whither thou goest to possess them, and thou succeedest them, and dwellest in their land; 30 Take heed to thyself that thou be not snared by following them, after that they be de- stroyed from before thee; and that thou enquire not after their gods, saying, How did these na- tions serve their gods? even so will I do likewise. 31 Thou shalt not do so unto the Lord thy God: for every abomination to the Lord, which he hateth, have they done unto their gods; for even their sons and their daughters they have burnt in the fire to their gods. 32 What thing soever I command you, observe to do it: thou shalt not add thereto, nor diminish from it. CHAPTER XIII. (13> 1 Enticers to idolatry, 6 how near soever nnto thee, 9 are to be stoned to death. 12 Idolatrous cities are not to be spared. IP there arise among you a prophet, or a dreamer of dreams, and giveth thee a sign or a wonder, 2 And the sign or the wonder come to> pass, whereof he spake unto thee, saying, Let us go after other gods, which thou hast not known, and let us serve them; 3 Thou shalt not hearken unto the words of that prophet, or that dreamer of dreams: for the Lord your God proveth you, to know whether ye love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul. 4 Ye shall walk after the Lord your God, and fear him, and keep his commandments, and obey his voice, and ye shall serve him, and cleave unto him. 5 And that prophet, or that dreamer of dreams, shall be put to death; because he hath spoken to turn you away from the Lord your God, which, brought you out of the land of Egypt, and re^ deemed you out of the house of bondage, to thrust! thee out of the way which the Lord thy God com-; manded thee to walk in. So shalt thou put the evil away from the midst of thee. 6 If thy brother, the son of thy mother, or thy son, or thy daughter, or the wife of thy bosom, or thy friend, which is as thine own soul, entice thee secretly, sa7*ng, Let us go and serve other gods, which thou "hast not known, thou, nor thy fathers: 7 Namely, of the gods of the people which are round about you, nigh unto thee, or far off from thee, from the one end of the earth even unto the other end of the earth; 8 Thou shalt not consent unto him, nor hearken 148 Meats clean. DEUTERONOMY, XIV. (14) And unclean. unto him; neither shall thine eye pity him, neither shalt thou spare, neither shalt thou conceal him: 9 But thou shalt surely kill him, thine hand shall be first upon him to put him to death, and afterwards the hand of all the people. 10 And thou shalt stone him with stones, that he die; because he hath sought to thrust thee away from the Lord thy God, which brought thee out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bond- age. 11 And all Israel shall hear, and fear, and shall do no more any such wickedness as this is among you. 12 If thou shalt hear say in one of thy cities, which the Lord thy God hath given thee to dwell there, saying, 13 Certain men, the children of Belial, are gone out from among you, and have withdrawn the in- habitants of their city, saying, Let us go and serve other gods, which ye have not known ; 14 Then shalt thou enquire, and make search, and ask diligently; and, behold, if it be truth, and the thing certain, that such abomination is wrought among you; 15 Thou shalt surely smite the inhabitants of that city with the edge of the sword, destroying it utterly, and all that is therein, and the cattle thereof, with the edge of the sword. 16 And thou shalt gather all the spoil of it into the midst of the street thereof, and shalt burn with fire the city, and all the spoil thereof every whit, for the Lord thy God: and it shall be an heap for ever; it shall not be built again. 17 And there shall cleave nought of the cursed thing to thine hand : that the Lord may turn from the fierceness of his anger, and shew thee mercy, and have compassion upon thee, and multiply thee, as he hath sworn unto thy fathers; 18 When thou shalt hearken to the voice of the Lord thy God, to keep all his commandments which I command thee this day, to do that which is right in the eyes of the Lord thy God. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 God's children are not to disfigure themselves in mourning. 3 What may, and what may not be eaten. 4 of beasts, 9 of fishes, 11 of fowls. 21 That which dieth of itself may not be eaten. 22 Tithes of divine service. 23 Tithes and firstlings of rejoicing before the Lord. 28 The third year's tithe of alms and charity. 'K/ r E are the children of the Lord your God: ye JL shall not cut yourselves, nor make any bald- ness between your eyes for the dead. 2 For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God, and the Lord hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people unto himself, above all the na- tions that are upon the earth. 3 Thou shalt not eat any abominable thing. 4 These are the beasts which ye shall eat: the ox, the sheep, and the goat, 5 The hart, and the roebuck, and the fallow deer, and the wild goat, and the pygarg, and the wild ox and the chamois. 6 And every beast that parteth the hoof, and cleaveth the cleft into two claws, and cheweth the cud among the beasts, that ye shall eat. 7 Nevertheless these ye shall not eat of them that chew the cud, or of them that divide the clo- ven hoof; as the camel, and the hare, and the coney: for they chew the cud, but divide not the hoof ; therefore they are unclean unto you. £ And the swine, because it divideth the hoof, yet cheweth not the cud, it is unclean unto you: ye shall not eat of their flesh, nor touch their dead carcase. 9 These ye shall eat of all that are in the waters: all that have fins and scales shall ye eat: 10 And whatsoever hath not fins and scales ye may not eat; it is unclean unto you. 11 Of all clean birds ye shall eat. 12 But these are they of which ye shall not eat: the eagle, and the ossifrage, and the ospray, 13 And the glede, and the kite, and the vulture after his kind, 14 And every raven after his kind, 15 And the owl, and the night hawk, and the cuckow, and the hawk after his kind, 1(3 The little owl, and the great owl, and the swan, 17 And the pelican, and the gier eagle, and the cormorant, 18 And the stork, and the heron after her kind, and the lapwing, and the bat. 19 And every creeping thing that flieth is un- clean unto you : they shall not be eaten. 20 But of all clean fowls ye may eat. 21 Ye shall not eat of any thing that dieth of itself: thou shalt give it unto the stranger that is in thy gates, that he may eat it ; or thou mayest sell it unto an alien : for thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God. Thou shalt not seethe a kid in his mother's milk. 22 Thou shalt truly tithe all the increase of thy seed, that the field bringeth forth year by year. 23 And thou shalt eat before the Lord thy God, in the place which he shall chose to place his name there, the tithe of thy corn, of thy wine, and of thine oil, and the firstlings of thy herds and of thy flocks; that thou mayest learn to fear the Lord thy God always. 24 And if the way be too long for thee, so that thou art not able to carry it; or if the place be too far from thee, which the Lord thy God shall choose to set his name there, when the Lord thy God hath blessed thee: 25 Then shalt thou turn it into money, and bind up the money in thine hand, and shalt go unto the place which the Lord thy God shall choose: 26 And thou shalt bestow that money for what- soever thy soul lusteth after, for oxen, or for sheep, or for wine, or for strong drink, or for what- soever thy soul' desireth : and thou shalt eat there before the Lord thy God, and thou shalt rejoice, thou, and thine household, 27 And the Levite that is within thy gates; thou shalt not forsake him; for he hath no part nor inheritance with thee. 28 At the end of three years thou shalt bring 149 The seventh year. DEUTEEONOMY, XV, (15) A year of release. forth all the tithe of thine increase the same year, and shalt lay it up within thy gates: 29 And the Levite, (because he hath no part nor inheritance with thee,) and the stranger, and the fatherless, and the widow, which are within thy gates, shall come, and shall eat and be satis- fied ; that the Lord thy God may bless thee in all the work of thine hand which thou doest. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 The seventh year a year of release for the poor. 7 It must be no let of lending or giving. 12 An Hebrew servant, 16 except he will not depart, must in the seventh year go forth free and well furnished. 19 All firstling males of the cattle are to be sanctified unto the Lord. AT the end of every seven years thou shalt make a release. 2 And this is the manner of the release: Every creditor that lendeth ought unto his neighbour shall release it; he shall not exact it of his neigh- bour, or of his brother; because it is called the Lord's release. 3 Of a foreigner thou mayest exact it again: but that which is thine with thy brother thine hand shall release; 4 Save when there shall be no poor among you ; for the Lord shall greatly bless thee in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee for an in- heritance to possess it: 5 Only if thou carefully hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe to do all these commandments which I command thee this day. 6 For the Lord thy God blesseth thee, as he promised thee: and thou shalt lend unto many nations, but thou shalt not borrow ; and thou shalt reign over many nations, but they shall not reign over thee. 7 If there be among you a poor man of one of thy brethren within any of thy gates in thy land which the Lord thy God giveth thee, thou shalt not harden thine heart, nor shut thine hand from thy poor brother: 8 But thou shalt open thine hand wide unto him, and shalt surely lend him sufficient for his need, in that which he wanteth. 9 Beware that there be not a thought in thy wicked heart, saying, The seventh year, the year of release, is at hand; and thine eye be evil against thy poor brother, and thou givest him nought; and he cry unto the Lord against thee, and it be sin unto thee. 10 Thou shalt surely give him, and thine heart shall not be grieved when thou givest unto him: because that for this thing the Lord thy God shall bless thee in all thy works, and in all that thou puttest thine hand unto. 11 For the poor shall never cease out of the land: therefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt open thine hand wide unto thy brother, to thy poor, and to thy needy, in thy land. 12 And if thy brother, an Hebrew man, or an Hebrew woman, be sold unto thee, and serve thee six years; then in the seventh year thou shalt let him go free from thee. 13 And when thou sendest him out free from thee, thou shalt not let him go away empty: 14 Thou shalt furnish him liberally out of thy flock, and out of thy floor, and out of thy wine- press: of that wherewith the Lord thy God hath blessed thee thou shalt give unto him. 15 And thou shalt remember that thou wast a bondman in the land of Egypt, and the Lord thy God redeemed thee: therefore I command thee this thing to day. 16 And it shall be, if he say unto thee, I will not go away from thee; because he loveth thee and thine house, because he is well with thee; 17 Then thou shalt take an aul, and thrust it through his ear unto the door, and he shall be thy servant for ever. And also unto thy maidservant thou shalt do likewise. 18 It shall not seem hard unto thee, when thou sendest him away free from thee; for he hath been worth a double hired servant to thee, in serving thee six years: and the Lord thy God shall bless thee in all that thou doest. 19 All the firstling males that come of thy herd and of thy flock thou shalt sanctify unto the Lord thy God : thou shalt do no work with the firstling of thy bullock, nor shear the firstling of thy sheep. 20 Thou shalt eat it before the Lord thy God year by year in the place which the Lord shall choose, thou and thy household. 21 And if there be any blemish therein, as if it be lame, or blind, or have any ill blemish, thou shalt not sacrifice it unto the Lord thy God. 22 Thou shalt eat it within thy gates : the un- clean and the clean person shall eat it alike, as the roebuck, and as the hart. 23 Only thou shalt not eat the blood thereof; thou shalt pour it upon the ground as water. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 The feast of the passover, 9 of weeks, 13 of taberna- cles. 16 Every male must offer, as he is able, at these three feasts. 18 Of judges and justice. 21 Groves and images are forbidden. OBSERVE the month of Abib, and keep the passover unto the Lord thy God : for in the month of Abib the Lord thy God brought thee forth out of Egypt by night. 2 Thou shalt therefore sacrifice the passover unto the Lord thy God, of the flock and the herd, in the place which the Lord shall choose to place his name there. 3 Thou shalt eat no leavened bread with it; seven days shalt thou eat unleavened bread there- with, even the bread of affliction ; for thou earnest forth out of the land of Egypt in haste: that thou mayest remember the day when thou earnest forth out of the land of Egypt all the days of thy life. 4 And there shall be no leavened bread seen with thee in all thy coast seven days; neither shall there any thing of the flesh, which thou sacrificedst the first day at even, remain all night until the morning. 5 Thou mayest not sacrifice the passover with- in any of thy gates, which the Lord thy God giveth thee: 150 The feast of the passover. DEUTERONOMY, XVII, (17) Idolaters must be slain. 6 But at the place which the Lord thy God shall choose to place his name in, there thou shalt sacrifice the passover at even, at the going down of the sun, at the season that thou earnest forth out of Egypt. 7 And thou shalt roast and eat it in the place which the Lord thy God shall choose: and thou shalt turn in the morning, and go unto thy tents. 8 Six days thou shalt eat unleavened bread: and on the seventh day shall be a solemn assem- bly to the Lord thy God: thou shalt do no work therein. 9 Seven weeks shalt thou number unto thee: begin to number the seven weeks from such time as thou beginnest to put the sickle to the corn. 10 And thou shalt keep the feast of weeks unto the Lord thy God with a tribute of a freewill offer- ing of thine hand, which thou shalt give unto the Lord thy God, according as the Lord thy God hath blessed thee: 11 And thou shalt rejoice before the Lord thy God, thou, and thy son, and thy daughter, and thy manservant, and thy maidservant, and the Levite that is within thy gates, and the stranger, and the fatherless, and the widow, that are among you, in the place which the Lord thy God hath chosen to place his name there. 12 And thou shalt remember that thou wast a bondman in Egypt: and thou shalt observe and do these statutes. 13 Thou shalt observe the feast of tabernacles seven days, after that thou hast gathered in thy corn and thy wine: 14 And thou shalt rejoice in thy feast, thou, and thy son, and thy daughter, and thy man- servant, and thy maidservant, and the Levite, the stranger, and the fatherless, and the widow, that are within thy gates. 15 Seven days shalt thou keep a solemn feast nnto the Lord thy God in the place which the Lord shall choose ; because the Lord thy God shall bless thee in all thine increase, and in all the works of thine hands, therefore thou shalt surely rejoice. 16 Three times in a year shall all thy males ap- pear before the Lord thy God in the place which he shall choose; in the feast of unleavened bread, and in the feast of weeks, and in the feast of tabernacles: and they shall not appear before the Lord empty: 17 Every man shall give as he is able, accord- ing to the blessing of the Lord thy God which he hath given thee. 18 Judges and officers shalt thou make thee in all thy gates, which the Lord thy God giveth thee, throughout thy tribes: and they shall judge the people with just judgment, 19 Thou shalt not wrest judgment; thou shalt not respect persons, neither take a gift: for a gift doth blind the eyes of the wise, and pervert the words of the righteous-. 20 That which is altogether just shalt thou fol- low, that thou mayest live, and inherit the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. 21 Thou shalt not plant thee a grove of any I trees near unto the altar of the Lord thy God, which thou shalt make thee. 22 Neither shalt thou set thee up any image; which the Lord thy God hateth. CHAPTER XVII. (17) 1 The things sacrificed must be sound. 2 Idolaters must be slain. 8 Hard controversies are to be de- termined by the priests and judges. 12 The contem- ner of that determination must die. 14 The election, 16 and duty of a king. THOU shalt not sacrifice unto the Lord thy God any bullock, or sheep, wherein is blem- ish, or any evilfavouredness: for that is an abomination unto the Lord thy God. 2 If there be found among you, within any of thy gates which the Lord thy God giveth thee, man or woman, that hath wrought wickedness in the sight of the Lord thy God, in transgressing his covenant, 3 And hath gone and served other gods, and worshipped them, either the sun, or moon, or any of the host of heaven, which I have not com- manded; 4 And it be told thee, and thou hast heard of it, and enquired diligently, and, behold, it be true, and the thing certain, that such abomination is wrought in Israel : 5 Then shalt thou bring forth that man or that woman, which have committed that wicked thing unto thy gates, even that man or that woman, and shalt stone them with stones, till they die. G At the mouth of two witnesses, or three wit- nesses, shall he that is worthy of death be put to death; but at the mouth of one witness he shall not be put to death. 7 The hands of the witnesses shall be first upon him to put him to death, and afterward the hands of all the people. So thou shalt put the evil away from among you. 8 If there arise a matter too hard for thee in judgment, between blood and blood, between plea and plea, and between stroke and stroke, being matters of controversy within thy gates: then shalt thou arise, and get thee up into the place which the Lord thy God shall choose ; 9 And thou shalt come unto the priests the Levites, and unto the judge that shall be in those days, and enquire; and they shall shew thee the sentence of judgment: 10 And thou shalt do according to the sen- tence, which they of that place which the Lord shall choose shall shew thee; and thou shalt ob- serve to do according to all that they inform thee: 11 According to the sentence of the law which they shall teach thee, and according to the judg- ment which they shall tell thee, thou shalt do: thou shalt not decline from the sentence which they shall shew thee, to the right hand, nor to the left. 12 And the man that will do presumptuously, and will not hearken unto the priest that stand- eth to minister there before the Lord thy God, or unto the judge, even that man shall die: and thou shalt put away the evil from Israel. The duties of a king. DEUTERONOMY, XVIII, (18) The Levite's portion. 13 And all the people shall hear, and fear, and do no more presumptuously. 14 When thou art come unto the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee, and shalt possess it, and shalt dwell therein, and shalt say, I will set a king over me, like as all the nations that are about me; 15 Thou shalt in any wise set him king over thee, whom the Lord thy God shall choose: one from among thy brethren shalt thou set king over thee: thou mayest not set a stranger over thee, which is not thy brother. 16 But he shall not multiply horses to himself, nor cause the people to return to Egypt, to the end that he should multiply horses: forasmuch as the Lord hath said unto you, Ye shall henceforth return no more that way. 17 Neither shall he multiply wives to himself, that his heart turn not away: neither shall he greatly multiply to himself silver and gold. 18 And it shall be, when he sitteth upon the throne of his kingdom, that he shall write him a copy of this law in a book out of that which is be- fore the priests the Levites : 19 And it shall be with him, and he shall read therein all the days of his life: that he may learn to fear the Lord his God, to keep all the words of this law and these statutes, to do them: 20 That his heart be not lifted up above his brethren, and that he turn not aside from the com- mandment, to the right hand, or to the left: to the end that he mav prolong his days in his king- dom, he, and his children, in the midst of Israel. CHAPTER XVIII. (18) 1 The Lord is the priests' and Levites' inheritance. 3 The priest's due. 6 The Levite's portion. 9 The ahominations of the nations are to be avoided. 15 Christ the Prophet is to be heard. 20 The presump- tuous prophet is to die. THE priests the Levites, and all the tribe of Levi, shall have no part nor inheritance with Israel: they shall eat the offerings of the Lord made by fire, and his inheritance. 2 Therefore shall they have no inheritance among their brethren: the Lord is their inherit- ance, as he hath said unto them. 3 And this shall be the priest's due from the people, from them that offer a sacrifice, whether it be ox or sheep; and they shall give unto the priest the shoulder, and the two cheeks, and the maw. 4 The firstfruit also of thy corn, of thy wine, and of thine oil, and the first of the fleece of thy sheep, shalt thou give him. 5 For the Lord thy God hath chosen him out of all thy tribes, to stand to minister in the name of the Lord, him and his sons for ever. 6 And if a Levite come from any of thy gates out of all Israel, where he sojourned, and come with all the desire of his mind tmto the place which the Lord shall choose; 7 Then he shall minister in the name of the Lord his God, as all his brethren the Levites do, which stand there before the Lord. 8 They shall have like portions to eat, beside that which cometh of the sale of his patrimony. 9 When thou art come into the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee, thou shalt not learn to do after the abominations of those nations. 10 There shall not be found among you any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, or that useth divination, or an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch. 11 Or a charmer, or a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer. 12 For all that do these things are an abomina- tion unto the Lord: and because of these abomina- tions the Lord 'thy God doth drive them out from before thee. 13 Thou shalt be perfect with the Lord thy God. 14 For these nations, which thou shalt possess, hearkened unto observers of times, and unto di- viners : but as for thee, the Lord thy God hath not suffered thee so to do. 15 The Lord thy God will raise up unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee, of thy brethren, like unto me; unto him ye shall hearken; 16 According to all that thou desiredst of the Lord thy God in Horeb in the day of the assembly, saying, Let me not hear again the voice of the Lord my God, neither let me see this great fire any more, that I die not. 17 And the Lord said unto me, They have well spoken that which they have spoken. 18 I will raise them up a Prophet from among their brethren, like unto thee, and will put my words in his mouth; and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him. 19 And it shall come to pass, that whosoever will not hearken unto my words which he shall speak in my name, I will require it of him. 20 But the prophet, which shall presume to speak a word in my name, which I have not com- manded him to speak, or that shall speak in the name of other gods, even that prophet shall die. 21 And if thou say in thine heart, How shall we know the word which the Lord hath not spoken? 22 When a prophet speaketh in the name of the Lord, if the thing follow not, nor come to pass, that is the thing which the Lord hath not spoken, but the prophet hath spoken it presumptuously: thou shalt not be afraid of him. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 The cities of refuge. 4 The privilege thereof for the manslayer. 14 The landmark is not to be removed. 15 Two witnesses at the least. 16 The punishment of a false witness. WHEN the Lord thy God hath cut off the nations, whose land the Lord thy God giveth thee, and thou succeedest them, and 'dwellest in their cities, and in their houses; 2 Thou shalt separate three cities for thee in the midst of thy land, which the Lord thy God giveth thee to possess it. 3 Thou shalt prepare thee a way, and divide the coasts of thy land, which the Lord thy God 152 The cities of refuge. DEUTERONOMY, XX, (20) Officers proclamation. givetk thee to inherit, into three parts, that every slayer may flee thither. 4 And this is the case of the slayer, which shall flee thither, that he may live: Whoso killeth his neighbour i^norantly, whom he hated not in time past; 5 As when a man goeth into the wood with his neighbour to hew wood, and his hand fetcheth a stroke with the ax to cut down the tree, and the head slippcth from the helve, and lighteth upon his neighbour, that he die; he shall flee unto one of those cities, and live : 6 Lest the avenger of the blood pursue the slayer, while his heart is hot, and overtake him, because the way is long, and slay him; whereas he was not worthy of death, inasmuch as he hated him not in time past. 7 Wherefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt separate three cities for thee. 8 And if the Lord thy God enlarge thy coast, as he hath sworn unto thy fathers, and give thee all the land which he promised to give unto thy fathers; 9 If thou shalt keep all these commandments to do them, which I command thee this day, to love the Lord thy God, and to walk ever in his ways; then shalt thou add three cities more for thee, beside these three : 10 That innocent blood be not shed in thy land, which the Lord thy God giveth thee for an in- heritance, and so blood be upon thee. 11 But if any man hate his neighbour, and lie in wait for him, and rise up against him, and smite him mortally that he die, and fleeth into one of these cities : 12 Then the elders of his city shall send and fetch him thence, and deliver him into the hand of the avenger of blood, that he may die. 13 Thine eye shall not pity him. but thou shalt put away the guilt of innocent blood from Israel, that it may go well with thee. 14 Thou shalt not remove thy neighbour's land- mark, which they of old time have set in thine in- heritance, which thou shalt inherit in the land that the Lord thy God giveth thee to possess it. 15 One witness shall not rise up against a man for any iniquity, or for any sin, in any sin that he sinneth : at the mouth of two witnesses, or at the mouth of three witnesses, shall the matter be established. 16 If a false witness rise up against any man to testify against him that which is wrong; 17 Then both the men, between whom the con- troversy is, shall stand before the Lord, before the priests and the judges, which shall be in those days; 18 And the judges shall make diligent inquisi- tion: and, behold, if the witness be a false witness, * and hath testified falsely against his brother; 19 Then shall ye do unto him, as he had thought to have done unto his brother: so shalt thou put the evil away from among you. 20 And those which remain shall hear, and fear, and shall henceforth commit no more any such evil among you. 21 And thine eye shall not pity; but life shall go for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 The priest's exhortation to encourage the people to battle. 5 The officers' proclamation who are to be dismissed from the war. 10 How to use the cities that accept or refuse the proclamation of peace. 16 What cities must be devoted. 19 Trees of man's meat must not be destroyed in the siege. TV^" HEN thou goest out to battle against ▼ ▼ thine enemies, and seest horses, and chariots, and a people more than thou, be not afraid of them : for the Lord thy God is with thee, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt. 2 And it shall be, when ye are come nigh unto the battle, that the priest shall approach and speak unto the people. 3 And shall say unto them, Hear, O Israel, ye approach this day unto battle against your ene- mies: let not your hearts faint, fear not, and do not tremble, neither be ye terrified because of them; 4 For the Lord your God is he that goeth with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you. 5 And the officers shall speak unto the people, saying, What man is there that hath built a new house, and hath not dedicated it? let him go and return to his house, lest he die in the battle, and another man dedicate it. 6 And what man is he that hath planted a vine- yard, and hath not yet eaten of it? let him also go and return unto his house, lest he die in the bat- tle, and another man eat of it. ■ 7 And what man is there that hath betrothed a wife, and hath not taken her? let him go and re- turn unto his house, lest he die in the battle, and another man take her. 8 And the officers shall speak further unto the people, and they shall say, What man is there that is fearful and fainthearted? let him go and return unto his house, lest his brethren's heart faint as well as his heart. 9 And it shall be, when the officers have made an end of speaking unto the people, that they shall make captains of the armies to lead the people. 10 When thou comest nigh unto a city to fight against it, then proclaim peace unto it. 11 And it shall be, if it make thee answer of peace, and open unto thee, then it shall be, that all the people that is found therein shall be tribu- taries unto thee, and they shall serve thee. 12 And if it will make no peace with thee, but will make war against thee, then thou shalt be- siege it: 1 3 And when the Lord thy God hath delivered it into thine hands, thou shalt smite every male thereof with the edge of the sword: 14 But the women, and the little ones, and the cattle, and all that is in the city, even all the spoil thereof, shalt thou take unto thyself; and 153 Every controversy DEUTERONOMY, XXI. (21) tried by word. thou shalt eat the spoil of thine enemies, which the Lord thy God hath given thee. 15 Thus shalt thou do unto all the cities which are very far off from thee, which are not of the cities of tbese nations. 16 But of the cities of these people, which the Lord thy God doth give thee for an inheritance, thou shalt save alive nothing that breathetk: 17 But thou shalt utterly destroy them; name- ly, the Hittites, and the Amorites, the Canaanites, and the Perizzit'es, the Hivites, and the Jebusites; as the Lord thy God liath commanded thee: 18 That they teach you not to do after all their abominations, which they have done unto their gods; so should ye sin against the Lord your God. 19 When thou shalt "besiege a city a long time, in making war against it to take it, thou shalt not destroy the trees thereof by forcing an ax against them : for thou mayest eat of them, and thou shalt not cut them down (for the tree of the field is man's life) to employ them in the siege: 20 Only the trees which thou knowest that they be not trees for meat, thou shalt destroy and cut* them down; and thou shalt build bulwarks against the city that maketh war with thee, until it be subdued. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 The expiation of an uncertain murder. 10 The usage of a captive taken to wife. 15 The firstborn is not to be disinherited upon private affection. 18 A stub- born son is to be stoned to death. 22 The malefactor must not hang all night on a tree. IF one be found slain in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee to possess it, lying in the field, and it be not known who hath slain him: 2 Then thy elders and thy judges shall come forth, and they shall measure unto the cities which are round about him that is slain : 3 And it shall be, that the city which is next unto the slain man, even the elders of that city shall take an heifer, which hath not been wrought with, and which hath not drawn in the yoke; 4 And the elders of that city shall bring down the heifer unto a rough valley, which is neither eared nor sown, and shall strike off the heifer's neck there in the valley: 5 And the priests the sons of Levi shall come near; for them the Lord thy God hath chosen to minister unto him, and to bless in the name of the Lord; and by their word shall every contro- versy and every stroke be tried: 6 And all the elders of that city, that are next unto the slain man, shall wash their hands over the heifer that is beheaded in the valley: 7 And they shall answer and say, Our hands have not shed this blood, neither have our eyes seen it. 8 Be merciful, O Lord, unto thy people Israel, whom thou hast redeemed, and lay not innocent blood unto thy people of Israel's charge. And the blood shall be forgiven them. 9 So shalt thou put away the guilt of innocent blood from among you, when thou shalt do that which is right in the sight of the Lord. 10 "When thou goest forth to war against thine enemies, and the Lord thy God hath delivered them into thine hands, and thou hast taken them captive, 11 And seest among the captives a beautiful woman, and hast a desire unto her, that thou wouldest have her to thy wife; 12 Then thou shalt bring her home to thine house; and she shall shave her head, and pare her nails; 13 And she shall put the raiment of her cap- tivity from off her, and shall remain in thine house, and bewail her father and her mother a full month: and after that thou shalt go in unto her, and be her husband, and she shall be thy v/ife. 14 And it shall be, if thou have no delight in her, then thou shalt let her go whither she will; but thou shalt not sell her at all for money, thou shalt not make merchandise of her, because thou hast bumbled "her. 15 If a man have two wives, one beloved, and another hated, and they have born him children, both the beloved and the hated; and if the first- born son be her's that was hated: 16 Then it shall be, when he maketh his sons to inherit that which he hath, that he may not make the son of the beloved firstborn before the son of the hated, which is indeed the firstborn: 17 But tie shall acknowledge the son of the hated for the firstborn, by giving him a double portion of all that he hath : for he is the beginning of his strength; the right of the firstborn is his. 18 If a man have a stubborn and rebellious son, which will not obey the voice of his father, or the voice of liia mother, and that, when they have chastened him, will not hearken unto them: 19 Then shall his father and his mother lay hold on him, and bring him out unto the elders of his city, and unto the gate of his place; 20 And they shall say unto the elders of his city, This our son is stubborn and rebellious, he will not obey our voice; he is a glutton, and a drunkard. 21 And all the men of his city shall stone him with stones, that he die: so shalt thou put evil away from among you; and all Israel shall hear, and fear. 22 And if a man have committed a sin worthy of death, and he be to be put to death, and thou hang him on a tree: 23 His body shall not remain all night upon the tree, but thou shalt in any wise bury him that day; (for he that is hanged is accursed of God;) that thy land be not defiled, which the Lord thy God giveth thee for an inheritance. CHAPTER XXII. (22) 1 Of humanity toward brethren. 5 The sex is to be distinguished by apparel. G The dam is not to be taken with her young ones. 8 The house must have battlements. 9 Confusion is to be avoided. 12 Fringes upon the vesture. 13 The punishment of him that slandereth his wife. 20, 22 Of adultery, 25 of rape, 28 and of fornication. 30 Incest. THOU shalt not see thy brother's ox or his sheep go astray, and hide thyself from them: 154 Humanity towards brethren. DEUTERONOMY, XXIII. (23) Of the fugitive servant. thou shalt in any case bring them again unto thy brother. 2 And if thy brother be not nigh unto thee, or if thou know him not, then thou shalt bring it unto thine own house, and it shall be with thee until thy brother seek after it, and thou shalt restore it to him again. 3 In like manner shalt thou do with his ass; and so shalt thou do with his raiment; and with all lost thing of thy brother's, which he hath lost, and thou hast found, shalt thou do likewise: thou mayest not hide thyself. 4 Thou shalt not see thy brother's ass or his ox fall down by the way, and hide thyself from them: thou shalt surely help him to lift them up again. 5 The woman shall not wear that which per- taineth unto a man, neither shall a man put on a woman's garment : for all that do so are abomina- tion unto the Lord thy God. 6 If a bird's nest chance to be before thee in the way in any tree, or on the ground, whether they be young ones, or eggs, and the dam sitting upon the young, or upon the eggs, thou shalt not take the dam with the young : 7 But thou shalt in any wise let the dam go, and take the young to thee; that it may be well with thee, and that thou mayest prolong thy days. 8 When thou buildest a new house, then thou shalt make a battlement for thy roof, that thou bring not blood upon thine house, if any man fall from thence. 9 Thou shalt not sow thy vineyard with divers seeds: lest the fruit of thy seed which thou hast sown, and the fruit of thy vineyard, be defiled. 10 Thou shalt not plow with an ox and an ass together. 11 Thou shalt not wear a garment of divers sorts, as of woollen and linen together. 12 Thou shalt make thee fringes upon the four quarters of thy vesture, wherewith thou coverest thyself. 13 If any man take a wife, and go in unto her, and hate her, 14 And give occasions of speech against her, and bring up an evil name upon her, and say, I took this woman, and when 1 came to her, I found her not a maid : 15 Then shall the father of the damsel, and her mother, take and bring forth the tokens of the damsel's virginity unto the elders of the city in the gate: 16 And the damsel's father shall say unto the elders, 1 gave my daughter unto this man to wife, and he hateth her ; 17 And, lo, he hath given occasions of speech against her, saying, I found not thy daughter a maid; and yet these are the tokens of my daugh- ter's virginity. And they shall spread the cloth before the elders of the city. 18 And the elders of that city shall take that man and chastise him; 19 And they shall amerce him in an hundred shekels of silver, and give them unto the father of the damsel, because he hath brought up an evil name upon a virgin of Israel : and she shall be his wife; he may not put her away all his days. 20 But if this thing be true, and the tokens of virginity be not found for the damsel: 21 Then they shall bring out the damsel to the door of her father's house, and the men of her city shall stone her with stones that she die: be- cause she hath wrought folly in Israel, to play the whore in her father's house : so shalt thou put evil away from among you. 22 If a man be found lying with a woman mar- ried to an husband, then they shall both of them die, both the man that lay with the woman, and the woman: so shalt thou put away evil from Israel. 23 If a damsel that is a virgin be betrothed unto an husband, and a man find her in the city, and lie with her; 24 Then ye shall bring them both out unto the gate of that city, and ye shall stone them with stones that they die; the damsel, because she cried not, being in the city; and the man, because he hath humbled his neighbour's wife: so thou shalt put away evil from among you. 25 But if a man find a betrothed damsel in the (ield, and the man force her, and lie with her: then the man only that lay with her shall die: 26 But unto the damsel thou shalt do nothing; there is in the damsel no sin worthy of death : for as when a man riseth against his neighbour, and slayeth him, even so is this matter: 27 For he found her in the field, and the be- trothed damsel cried, and there was none to save her. 28 If a man find a damsel that is a virgin, which is not betrothed, and lay hold on her, and lie with her, and they be found ; 29 Then the man that lay with her shall give unto the damsel's father fifty shekels of silver, and she shall be his wife; beause he hath hum- bled her, he may not put her away all his days. 30 A man shall not take his father's wife, nor discover his father's skirt. CHAPTER XXni. (23) 1 Who may or may not enter into the congregation. 9 Uncleanness to be avoided in the host. 15 Of the fu- gitive servant. 17 Of fllthiness. 18 Of abominable sacrifices. 19 Of usury. 21 Of vows. 24 Of tres- passes. HE that is wounded in the stones or hath his privy member cut off, shall not enter into the congregation of the Lord. 2 A bastard shall not enter into the congrega- tion of the Lord; even to his tenth generation shall he not enter into the congregation of the Lord. 3 An Ammonite or Moabite shall not enter into the congregation of the Lord ; even to their tenth generation shall they not enter into the congrega- tion of the Lord for ever: 4 Because they met you not with bread and with water in the way, when ye came forth out of Egypt; and because they hired against thee 155 Qfiisury. DEUTERONOMY, XXIV. (24) Of divorce Balaam the son of Beor of Pethor of Mesopotamia, to curse thee. 5 Nevertheless the Lord thy God would not hearken unto Balaam; but the Lord thy God turned the curse into a blessing unto thee, be- cause the Lord thy God loved thee. 6 Thou shalt not seek their peace nor their prosperity all thy days for ever. 7 Thou shalt not abhor an Edomite; for he is thy brother: thou shalt not abhor an Egyptian; because thou wast a stranger in his land. 8 The children that are begotten of them shall enter into the congregation of the Lord in their third generation. 9 When the host goeth forth against thine ene- mies, then keep thee from every wicked thing. 10 If there be among you any man, that is not clean by reason of uncleanness that chanceth him by night, then shall he go abroad out of the camp, he shall not come within the camp: 11 But it shall be, when evening cometh on, he shall wash himself with water: and when the sun is down, he shall come into the camp again. 12 Thou shalt have a place also without the camp, whither thou shalt go forth abroad: 13 And thou shalt have a. paddle upon thy weapon ; and it shall be, when thou wilt ease thy- self abroad, thou shalt dig therewith, and shalt turn back and cover that which cometh from thee : 14 For the Lord thy God walketh in the midst of thy camp, to deliver thee, and to give up thine enemies before thee ; therefore shall thy camp be holy: that he see no unclean thing in thee, and turn away from thee. 15 Thou shalt not deliver unto his master the servant which is escaped from his master unto thee: 16 He shall dwell with thee, even among you, in that place which he shall choose in one of thy gates, where it liketh him best : thou shalt not op- press him. 17 There shall be no whore of the daughters of Israel, nor a sodomite of the sons of Israel. 18 Thou shalt not bring the hire of a whore, or the price of a dog, into the house of the Lord thy God for any vow : for even both these are abomina- tion unto the Lord thy God. 19 Thou shalt not lend upon usury to thy brother ; usury of money, usury of victuals, usury of any thing that is lent upon usury: 20 Unto a stranger thou mayest lend upon usury; but unto thy brother thou shalt not lend upon usury: that the Lord thy God may bless thee in all that thou settest thine hand to in the land whither thou goest to possess it. 21 "When thou shalt vow a vow unto the Lord thy God, thou shalt not slack to pay it: for the Lord thy God will surely require it of thee; and it would be sin in thee. 22 But if thou shalt forbear to vow, it shall be no sin in thee. 23 That which is gone out of thy lips thou shalt keep and perform; even a freewill offering, accord- ing as thou hast vowed unto the Lord thy God, which thou hast promised with thy mouth. 24 When thou comest into thy neighbour's vineyard, then thou mayest eat grapes thy fill at thine own pleasure; but thou shalt not put any in thy vessel. 25 When thou comest into the standing corn of thy neighbour, then thou mayest pluck the ears with thine hand; but thou shalt not move a sickle unto thy neighbour's standing corn. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) 1 Of divorce. Z A nevr married man goeth not to war. 6, 10 Of pledges. 7 Of manstealers. 8 Of leprosy. 14 The hire is to be given. 16 Of justice. 19 Of char- ity. WHEN a man hath taken a wife, and mar- ried her, and it come to pass that she find no favour in his eyes, because he hath found some xmcleanness in her: then let him write her a bill of divorcement, and give it in her hand, and send her out of his house. 2 And when she is departed out of his house, she may go and be another man's wife. 3 And if the latter husband hate her, and write her a bill of divorcement and giveth it in her hand, and sendeth her out of his house; or if the latter husband die, which took her to be his wife; 4 Her former husband, which sent her away, may not take her again to be his wife, after that she is defiled; for that is abomination before the Lord: and thou shalt not cause the land to sin, which the Lord thy God giveth thee for an in- heritance. 5 When a man hath taken a new wife, he shall not go out to war, neither shall he be charged with any business: but he shall be free at home one year, and shall cheer up his wife which he hath taken. 6 No man shall take the nether or the upper millstone to pledge: for ha taketh a man's life to pledge. 7 If a man be found stealing any of his brethren of the children of Israel, and maketh merchandise of him, or selleth him; then that thief shall die; and thou shalt put evil away from among you. 8 Take heed in the plague of leprosy, that thou observe diligently, and do according to all that the priests the Levites shall teach you: as I com- manded them, so ye shall observe to do. 9 Remember what the Lord thy God did unto Miriam by the way, after that ye were come forth out of Egypt. 10 When thou dost lend thy brother any thing, thou shalt not go into his house to fetch his pledge. 11 Thou shalt stand abroad, and the man to whom thou dost lend shall bring out the pledge abroad unto thee. 12 And if the man be poor, thou shalt not sleep with his pledge: 13 In any case thou shalt deliver him the pledge again when the sun goeth down, that he may sleep in his own raiment, and bless thee: and it shall be righteous unto thee before the Lord thv God. 150 tR rr) 0> -t-i n a * a a to cj +j ft« +j as +J a> O ^ O 4> ■^ J3 -£ .9 «, «> M £13 OS iS '•a 3 M 4> o,q 3 -T 4>_ O 4> O hJ O H ft D * *° H EC i-l .3 H ® a © ft » O OS i-l I « t* op . +j> »~2 ^ ^ 4> t>> y Q- • 4> =• « t».P 3 a 4 * *Qftg" Ph o p »> 4o | S § hIhI ftpfl M to q; cQ »°£og <3 >2 ft OS O 4> P-s §£<2.g w Unjust weights. 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(25) Covenant between Godandpeople 14 Thou shalt not oppress an hired servant that is poor and needy, whether he be of thy brethren, or of thy strangers that are in thy land within thy gates: 15 At his day thou shalt give him his hire, neither shall the sun go down upon it; for he is poor, and setteth his heart upon it: lest he cry against thee unto the Lord, and it be sin unto thee. 16 The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers: every man shall be put to death for his own sin. 17 Thou shalt not pervert the judgment of the stranger, nor of the fatherless; nor take a widow's raiment to pledge: 18 But thou shalt remember that thou wast a bondman in Egypt, and the Lord thy God re- deemed thee thence : therefore I command thee to do this thing. 19 When thou cuttest down thine harvest in thy field, and hast forgot a sheaf in the field, thou shalt not go again to fetch it: it shall be for the stranger, for the fatherless, and for the widow: that the Lord thy God may bless thee in all the work of thine hands. 20 When thou beatest thine olive tree, thou shalt not go over the boughs again : it shall be for the stranger, for the fatherless, and for the widow. 21 When thou gatherest the grapes of thy vine- yard, thou shalt not glean it afterward: it shall be for the stranger, for the fatherless, and for the widow. 22 And thou shalt remember that thou wast a bondman in the land of Egypt: therefore I com- mand thee to do this thing. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 Stripes must not exceed forty. 4 The ox is not to be muzzled. 5 Of raising seed unto a brother. 11 Of the immodest woman. 13 Of unjust weights. 17 The memory of Amalek is to be blotted out. IF there be a controversy between men, and they come unto judgment, that the judges may judge them; then they shall justify the righteous, and condemn the wicked. 2 And it shall be, if the wicked man be worthy to be beaten, that the judge shall cause him to lie down, and to be beaten before his face, according to his fault, by a certain number. 3 Forty stripes he may give him, and not ex- ceed: lest, if he should exceed, and beat him above these with many stripes, then thy brother should seem vile unto thee. 4 Thou shalt not muzzle the ox when he tread- eth out the corn. 5 If brethren dwell together, and one of them die, and have no child, the wife of the dead shall not marry without unto a stranger: her husband's brother shall go in unto her, and take her to him to wife, and perform the duty of an husband's brother unto her. 6 And it shall be, that the firstborn which she beareth shall succeed in the name of his brother which is dead, that his name be not put out of Israel. 7 And if the man like not to take his brother's wife, then let his brother's wife go up to the gate unto the elders, and say, My husband's brother refuseth to raise up unto his brother a name in Israel, he will not perform the duty of my hus- band's brother. 8 Then the elders of his city shall call him, and speak unto him: and if he stand to it, and say, I like not to take her; 9 Then shall his brother's wife come unto him in the presence of the elders, and loose his shoe from off his foot, and spit in his face, and shall answer and say, So shall it be done unto that man that will not build up his brother's house. 10 And his name shall be called in Israel, The house of him that hath his shoe loosed. 11 When men strive together one with another, and the wife of the one draweth near for to de- liver her husband out of the hand of him that smiteth him, and putteth forth her hand, and taketh him by the secrets: 12 Then thou shalt cut off her hand, thine eye shall not pity her. 13 Thou shalt not have in thy bag divers weights, a great and a small. 14 Thou shalt not have in thine house divers measures, a great and a small. 15 Exit thou shalt have a perfect and just weight, a perfect and just measure shalt thou have: that thy days may be lengthened in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. 16 For all that do such things, and all that do unrighteously, are an abomination unto the Lord thy God. 17 Remember what Amalek did unto thee by the way, when ye were come forth out of Egypt; 18 How he met thee by the way, and smote the hindmost of thee, even all that were feeble behind thee, when thou wast faint and weary; and he feared not God. 19 Therefore it shall be, when the Lord thy God hath given thee rest from all thine enemies round about, in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee for an inheritance to possess it, that thou shalt blot out the remembrance of Amalek from under heaven ; thou shalt not forget it. CHAPTER XXVI. (26) 1 The confession of him that offereth the basket of firstfruits. 12 The prayer of him that giveth his third year's tithes. 16 The covenant between Sod and the people. AND it shall be, when thou art come in unto the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee for an inheritance, and possessest it, and dwellest therein; 2 That thou shalt take of the first of all the fruit of the earth, which thou shalt bring of thy land that the Lord thy God giveth thee, and shalt put it in a basket, and shalt go unto the place which the Lord thy God shall choose to place his name there. 3 And thou shalt go unto the priest that shall 157 Commanded to write DEUTERONOMY, XVII. (27) the law upon stones. be in those days, and say unto him, I profess this day unto the Lord thy God,, that I am come unto the country which the Lord sware unto our fathers for to give us. 4 And the priest shall take the basket out of thine hand, and set it down before the altar of the Lord thy God. 5 And thou shalt speak and say before tlie Lord thy God, A Syrian ready to perish was my father, and he went down into Egypt, and sojourned there with a few, and became there a nation, great, mighty, and populous: 6 And the Egyptians evil entreated us, and afflicted us, and laid upon us hard bondage: 7 And when we cried unto the Lord God of our fathers, the Lord heard our voice, and looked on our affliction, and our labour, and our oppression : 8 And the Lord brought us forth out of Egypt with a mighty hand, and with an outstretched arm, and with great terribleness, and with signs, and with wonders : 9 And he hath brought us into this place, and hath given us this land, even a land that floweth with milk and honey. 10 And now, behold, I have brought the first- fruits of the land, which thou, O Lord, hast given me. And thou shalt set it before the Lord thy God, and worship before the Lord thy God: 11 And thou shalt rejoice in every good thing which the Lord thy God hath given unto thee, and unto thine house, thou, and the Levite, and the stranger that is among you. 12 When thou hast made an end of tithing all the tithes of thine increase the third year, which is the year of tithing, and hast given it unto the Levite, the stranger, the fatherless, and the widow, that they may eat within thy gates, and be filled; 13 Then thou shalt say before the Lord thy God, I have brought away the hallowed things out of mine house, and also have given them unto the Levite, and unto the stranger, to the father- less, and to the widow, according to all thy com- mandments which thou hast commanded me: I have not transgressed thy commandments, neither have I forgotten them: 14 I have not eaten thereof in my mourning, neither have I taken away ought thereof for any unclean use, nor given ought thereof for the dead: but I have hearkened to the voice of the Lord my God, and have done according to all that thou hast commanded me. 15 Look down from thy holy habitation, from heaven, and bless thy people Israel, and the land which thou hast given us, as thou swarest unto our fathers, a land that floweth with milk and honey. 16 This day the Lord thy God hath commanded thee to do these statutes and judgments: thou shalt therefore keep and do them with all thine heart, and with all thy soul. 17 Thou hast avouched the Lord this day to be thy God, and to walk in his ways, and to keep his statutes, and his commandments, and his judg- ments, and to hearken unto his voice: 18 And the Lord hath avouched thee this day to be his peculiar people, as he hath promised thee, and that thou shouldest keep all his com- mandments; 19 And to make thee high above all nations which he hath made, in praise, and in name, and in honour; and that thou mayest be an holy peo- ple unto the Lord thy God, as he hath spoken. CHAPTER XXVII. (27) 1 The people are commanded to write the law upon stones, 5 and to build an altar of whole stones. 11 The tribes divided on Gerizim and Ebal. 14 The curses pronounced on mount Ebal. AND Moses with the elders of Israel com- manded the people, saying, Keep all the commandments which I command you this day. 2 And it shall be on the day when ye shall pass over Jordan unto the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee, that thou shalt set thee up great stones, and plaister them with plaister: 3 And thou shalt write upon them all the words of this law, when thou art passed over, that thou mayest go in unto the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee, a land that floweth with milk and honey; as the Lord God of thy fathers hath promised thee. 4 Therefore it shall be when ye be gone over Jordan, that ye shall set up these stones, which I command you this day, in mount Ebal, and thou shalt plaister them with plaister. 5 And there shalt thou build an altar unto the Lord thy God, an altar of stones: thou shalt not lift up any iron tool upon them. 6 Thou' shalt build the altar of the Lord thy God of whole stones: and thou shalt oifer burnt offerings thereon unto the Lord thy God: 7 And thou shalt offer peace offerings, and shalt eat there, and rejoice before the Lord thy God. 8 And thou shalt write upon the stones all the words of this law very plainly. 9 And Moses and the priests the Levites spake tmto all Israel, saying, Take heed, and hearken, O Israel ; this day thou art become the people of the Lord thy God. 10 Thou shalt therefore obey the voice of the Lord thy God, and do his commandments and his statutes, which I command thee this day. 11 And Moses charged the people the same day, saying, 12 These shall stand upon mount Gerizim to bless the people, when ye are come over Jordan; Simeon, and Levi, and Judah, and Issachar, and Joseph and Benjamin: 13 And these shall stand upon mount Ebal to cnrse; Reuben, Gad, and Asher, and Zebulun, Dan, and Naphtali. 14 And the Levites shall speak, and say unto all the men of Israel with a loud voice, 15 Cursed be the man that maketh any graven or molten image, an abomination unto the Lord, the work of the hands of the craftsman, and put- teth it in a secret place. And all the people shall answer and say, Amen. 158 Blessings for obedience. DEUTERONOMY, XXVIII. (28) Curses for disobedience. 16 Cursed be he that setteth light by his father or his mother. And all the people shall say, Amen. ... , 17 Cursed be he that removeth his neighbour's landmark. And all the people shall say, Amen. 18 Cursed be he that maketh the blind to wan- der out of the way. And all the people shall say, Amen. ,,,.-, 19 Cursed be he that pervert eth the judgment of the stranger, fatherless, and widow. And all the people shall say, Amen. 20 Cursed be he that lieth with his father's wife; because he uncovereth his father's skirt. And all the people shall say, Amen. 21 Cursed be he that lieth with any manner of beast. And all the people shall say, Amen. 22 Cursed be he that lieth with his sister, the daughter of his father, or the daughter of his mother. And all the people shall say, Amen. 23 Cursed be he that lieth with his mother in law. And all the people shall say, Amen. 24 Cursed be he that smiteth his neighbour secretly. And all the people shall say, Amen. 25 Cursed be he that taketh reward to slay an innocent person. And all the people shall say, Amen. 26 Cursed be he that confirmeth not all the words of this law to do them. And all the people shall say, Amen. CHAPTER XXVrn. (28) 1 The blessings for obedience. 15 The curses for disobedience. AND it shall come to pass, if thou shalt heark- en diligently unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command thee this day, that the Lord thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth : 2 And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God. 3 Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field. 4 Blessed shall be the fruit of thy body, and the fruit of thy ground, and the fruit of thy cattle, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep. 5 Blessed shall be thy basket and thy store. 6 Blessed shalt thou be when thou comest in, and blessed shalt thou be when thou goest out. 7 The Lord shall cause thine enemies that rise up against thee to be smitten before thy face : they shall come out against thee one way, and flee be- fore thee seven ways. 8 The Lord shall command the blessing upon thee in thy storehouses, and in all that thou set- test thine hand unto; and he shall bless thee in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. 9 The Lord shall establish thee an holy people unto himself, as he hath sworn unto thee, if thou shalt keep the commandments of the Lord thy God, and walk in his ways. 10 And all the people of the earth shall see that thou art called by the name of the Lord; and thev shall be afraid of thee. 11 And the Lord shall make thee plenteous in goods, in fruit of thy body, and in the fruit of thy cattle, and in the fruit of thy ground, in the land which the Lord sware unto thy fathers to give thee. 12 The Lord shall open unto thee his good treasure, the heaven to give the rain unto thy land in his season, and to bless all the work of thine hand: and thou shalt lend unto many na- tions, and thou shalt not borrow. 13 And the Lord shall make thee the head, and not the tail; and thou shalt be above only, and thou shalt not be beneath; if that thou hearken unto the commandments of the Lord thy God, which I command thee this day, to observe and to do them: 14 And thou shalt not go aside from any of the words which I command thee this day, to the right hand, or to the left, to go after other gods to serve them. 15 But it shall come to pass, if thou wilt not hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to ob- serve to do all his commandments and his statutes which I command thee this day; that all these curses shall come upon thee, and overtake thee: 16 Cursed shalt thou be in the city, and cursed shalt thou be in the field. 17 Cursed shall be thy basket and thy store. 18 Cursed shall be the fruit of thy body, and the fruit of thy land, and increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep. 19 Cursed shalt thou be when thou comest in, and cursed shalt thou be when thou goest out. 20 The Lord shall send upon thee cursing, vexa- tion, and rebuke, in all that thou settest thine hand unto for to do, until thou be destroyed, and until thou perish quickly; because of the wicked- ness of thy doings, whereby thou hast for- saken me. 21 The Lord shall make the pestilence cleave unto thee, until he have consumed thee from off the land, whither thou goest to possess it. 22 The Lord shall smite thee with a consump- tion, and with a fever, and with an inflammation, and with an extreme burning, and with the sword, and with blasting, and with mildew; and they shall pursue thee until thou perish. 23 And thy heaven that is over thy head shall be brass, and the earth that is under thee shall be iron. 24 The Lord shall make the rain of thy land powder and dust : from heaven shall it come down upon thee, until thou be destroyed. 25 The Lord shall cause thee to be smitten be- fore thine enemies: thou shalt go out one way against them, and flee seven ways before them: and shalt be removed into all the kingdoms of the earth. 26 And thy carcase shall be meat unto all fowls of the air, and unto the beasts of the earth, and no man shall fray them away. 27 The Lord will smite thee with the botch of Egypt, and with the emerods, and with the scab, 159 The curses DEUTERONOMY, XXVIII. (28) for disobedience. and with the itch, whereof thou canst not be healed. 28 The Lord shall smite thee with madness, and blindness, and astonishment of heart: 29 And thou shalt grope at noonday, as the blind gropeth in darkness, and thou shalt not prosper in thy ways: and thou shalt be only op- pressed and spoiled evermore, and no man shall save thee. 30 Thou shalt betroth a wife, and another man shall lie with her: thou shalt build an house, and thou shalt not dwell therein: thou shalt plant a vineyard, and shalt not gather the grapes thereof. 31 Thine ox shall be slain before thine eyes, and thou shalt not eat thereof: thine ass shall be violently taken away from before thy face, and shall not be restored to thee: thy sheep shall be given unto thine enemies, and thou shalt have none to rescue them. 32 Thy sons and thy daughters shall be given unto another people, and thine eyes shall look, and fail with longing for them all the day long: and there shall be no might in thine hand. 33 The fruit of thy land, and all thy labours, shall a nation which thou knowest not eat up; and thou shalt be only oppressed and crushed alway : 34 So that thou shalt be mad for the sight of thine eyes which thou shalt see. 35 The Lord shall smite thee in the knees, and in the legs, with a sore botch that cannot be healed, from the sole of thy foot unto the top of thy head. 36 The Lord shall bring thee, and thy king which thou shalt set over thee, unto a nation which neither thou nor thy fathers have known; and there shalt thou serve other gods, wood and stone. 37 And thou shalt become an astonishment, a proverb, and a byword, among all nations whither the Lord shall lead thee. 38 Thou shalt carry much seed out into the field, and shalt gather but little in; for the locust shall consume it. 39 Thou shalt plant vineyards, and dress them, but shalt neither drink of the wine, nor gather the grapes ; for the worms shall eat them. 40 Thou shalt have olive trees throughout all thy coasts, but thou shalt not anoint thyself with the oil ; for thine olive shall cast his fruit. 41 Thou shalt beget sons and daughters, but thou shalt not enjoy them ; for they shall go into captivity. 42 All thy trees and fruit of thy land shall the locust consume. 43 The stranger that is within thee shall get up above thee very high; and thou shalt come down very low. 44 He shall lend to thee, and thou shalt not lend to him : he shall be the head, and thou shalt be the tail. 45 Moreover all these curses shall come upon thee, and shall pursue thee, and overtake thee, till thou be destroyed; because thou hearkenedst not unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to keep his commandments and his statutes which he com- manded thee: 46 And they shall be upon thee for a sign and for a wonder, and upon thy seed for ever. 47 Because thou servedst not the Lord thy God with joyfulness, and with gladness of heart, for the abundance of all things; 48 Therefore shalt thou serve thine enemies which the Lord shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakedness, and in want of all things: and he shall put a yoke of iron upon thy neck, until he have destroyed thee. 49 The Lord shall bring a nation against thee from far, from the end of the earth, as swift as the eagle flieth; a nation whose tongue thou shalt not understand; 50 A nation of fierce countenance, which shall not regard the person of the old, nor shew favour to the young: 51 And he shall eat the fruit of thy cattle, and the fruit of thy land, until thou be destroyed: which also shall not leave thee either corn, wine, or oil, or the increase of thy kine, or flocks of thy sheep, until he have destroyed thee. 52 And he shall besiege thee in all thy gates, until thy high and fenced walls come dowai, wherein thou trustedst, throughout all thy land: and he shall besiege thee in all thy gates through- out all thy land, which the Lord thy God hath given thee. 53 And thou shalt eat the fruit of thine own body, the flesh of thy sons and of thy daughters, which the Lord thy God hath given thee, in the siege, and in the straitness. wherewith thine ene- mies shall distress thee: 54 So that the man that is tender among you, and very delicate, his eyes shall be evil toward his brother, and toward the wife of his bosom, and toward the remnant of his children which he shall leave : 55 So that he will not give to any of them of the flesh of his children whom he shall eat: be- cause he hath nothing left him in the siege, and in the straitness, wherewith thine enemies shall distress thee in all thy gates. 56 The tender and delicate woman among you, which would not adventure to set the sole of her foot upon the ground for delicateness and tender- ness, her eye shall be evil toward the husband of her bosom,^ and toward her son, and toward her daughter, 57 And toward her young one that cometh out from between her feet, and toward her children which she shall bear: for she shall eat them for want of all things secretly in the siege and strait- ness, wherewith thine enemy shall distress thee in thv gates. 58 'if thou wilt not observe to do all the words of this law that are written in this book, that thou mavest fear this glorious and fearful name, THE LORD THY GOD; 59 Then the Lord will make thy plagues won- derful, and the plagues of thy seed, even great plagues, and of long continuance, and sore sick- nesses, and of long continuance. leo Words of covenant DEUTERONOMY, XXIX. (29) in land of Moab. 60 Moreover lie will bring upon thee all the dis- eases of Egypt, which thou wast afraid of; and they shall cleave unto thee. 61 Also every sickness, and every plague, which is not written in the book of this law, them will the Lord bring upon thee, until thou be destroyed. 62 And ye shall be left few in number, whereas ye were as the stars of heaven for multitude ; be- cause thou wouldest not obey the voice of the Lc rd tliy God. 63 And it shall come to pass, that as the Lord rejoiced over you to do you good, and to multiply you; so the Lord will rejoice over you to destroy you, and to bring you to nought; and ye shall be plucked from off the land whither thou goest to possess it. 64 And the Lord shall scatter thee among all people, from the one end of the earth even unto the other; and there thou shalt serve other gods, which neither thou nor thy fathers have known, even wood and stone. 65 And among these nations shalt thou find no ease, neither shall the sole of thy foot have rest: but the Lord shall give thee there a trembling heart, and failing of eyes, and sorrow of mind : 66 And thy life shall hang in doubt before thee; and thou shalt fear day and night, and shalt have none assurance of thy life: 67 In the morning thou shalt say, Would God it were even ! and at even thou shalt say, Would God it were morning! for the fear of thine heart wherewith thou shalt fear, and for the sight of thine eyes which thou shalt see. 68 And the Lord shall bring thee into Egypt again with ships, by the way whereof 1 spake unto thee, Thou shalt see it no more again: and there ye shall be sold unto your enemies for bondmen and bondwomen, and no man shall buy you. CHAPTEE XXIX. (29) 1 Moses exhorteth them to obedience, by the memory of the works they have seen. 10 All are presented before the Lord to enter into his covenant. 18 The great wrath on him that flattereth himself in his wicked- ness. 29 Secret things belong unto God. THESE are the words of the covenant, which the Lord commanded Moses to make with the children of Israel in the land of Moab, beside the covenant which he made with them in Horeb. 2 And Moses called unto all Israel, and said unto them, Ye have seen all that the Lord did be- fore your eyes in the land of Egypt unto Pharaoh, and unto ail his servants, and unto all his land ; 3 The great temptations which thine eyes have seen, the signs, and those great miracles: 4 Yet the Lord hath not given you an heart to perceive, and eyes to see, and ears to hear, unto this day. 5 And I have led you forty years in the wilder- ness: your clothes are not waxen old upon you, and thy shoe is not waxen old upon thy foot. 6 Ye have not eaten bread, neither have ye drunk wine or strong drink : that ye might know that I am the Lord your God. 7 And when ye came unto this place, Sihon the king of Heshbon, and Og the king of Bashan, came out against us unto battle, and we smote them: 8 And we took their land, and gave it for an inheritance unto the Reubenites, and to the Gad- ites, and to the half tribe of Manasseh. 9 Keep therefore the words of this covenant, and do them, that ye may prosper in all that ye do. 10 Ye stand this day all of you before the Lord your God ; your captains of your tribes; your eld- ers, and your officers, with all the men of Israel, 11 Your little ones, your wives, and thy stranger that is in thy camp, from the hewer of thy wood unto the drawer of thy water: 12 That thou shouldest enter into covenant with the Lord thy God, and into his oath, which the Lord thy God maketh with thee this day: 13 That he may establish thee to day for a peo- ple unto himself, and that he may be unto thee a God, as he hath said unto thee, and as he hath sworn unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob. 14 Neither with you only do I make this co- venant and this oath; 15 Rut with him that standeth here with ns this day before the Lord our God, and also with him that is not here with us this day: 16 (For ye know how we have dwelt in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which ye passed by; 17 And ye have seen their abominations, and their idols, wood and stone, silver and gold, which were among them:) 18 Lest there should be among you man, or woman, or family, or tribe, whose heart turneth away this day from the Lord our God, to go and serve the gods of these nations; lest there should be among you a root that beareth gall and worm- wood; 19 And it come to pass, when he heareth the words of this curse, that he bless himself in his heart, saying, I shall have peace, though I walk in the imagination of mine heart, to add drunken- ness to thirst: 20 The Lord will not spare him, but then the anger of the Lord and his jealousy shall smoke against that man, and all the curses that are writ- ten in this book shall lie upon him, and the Lord shall blot out his name from under heaven. 21 And the Lord shall separate him unto evil out of all the tribes of Israel, according to all the curses of the covenant that are written in this book of the law : 22 So that the generation to come of your chil- dren that shall rise up after you, and the stranger that shall come from a far land, shall say, when they see the plagues of that land, and the sick- nesses which the Lord hath laid upon it; 23 And that the whole land thereof is brim- stone, and salt, and burning, that it is not sown, nor beareth, nor any grass groweth therein, like the overthrow of Sodom, and Gomorrah, Admah, and Zeboim, which the Lord overthrew in his anger, and in his wrath: 24 Even all nations shall say, Wherefore hath 161 Mercies to the penitent. DEUTERONOMY, XXX. (30) The people encouraged. the Lord done thus unto this land? what meaneth the heat of this great anger? 25 Then men shall say, Because they have for- saken the covenant of the Lord God of their fathers, which he made with them when he brought them forth out of the land of Egypt: 26 For they went and served other gods, and worshipped them, gods whom they knew, not, and whom he had not given unto them: 27 And the anger of the Lord was kindled against this land, to bring upon it all the curses that are written in this book: 28 And the Lord rooted them out of their land in anger, and in wrath, and in great indignation, and cast them into another land, as it is this day. 29 The secret things belong unto the Lord our God: but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children for ever, that we may do all the words of this law. CHAPTER XXX. (30) 1 Great mercies promised unto the repentant. 11 The commandment is manifest. 15 Death and life are set before them. AND it shall come to pass, when all these things are come upon thee, the blessing and the curse, which I have set before thee, and thou shalt call them to mind among all the nations, whither the Lord thy God hath driven thee, 2 And shalt return unto the Lord thy God, and shalt obey his voice according to all that I com- mand thee this day, thou and thy children, with all thine heart, and with all thy soul: 3 That then the Lord thy God will turn thy captivity, and have compassion upon thee, and will return and gather thee from all the nations, whither the Lord thy God hath scattered thee. 4 If any of thine be driven out unto the outmost parts of heaven, from thence will the Lord thy God gather thee, and from thence will he fetch thee: 5 And the Lord thy God will bring thee into the land which thy fathers possessed, and thou shalt possess it; and he will do thee good, and multiply thee above thy fathers. 6 And the Lord thy God will circumcise thine heart, and the heart of thy seed, to love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, that thou mayest live. 7 And the Lord thy God will put all these curses upon thine enemies, and on them that hate thee, which persecuted thee. 8 And thou shalt return and obey the voice of the Lord, and do all his commandments which I command thee this day. 9 And the Lord thy God will make thee plente- ous in every work of thine hand, in the fruit of thy body, and in the fruit of thy cattle, and in the fruit of thy land, for good: for the Lord will again rejoice over thee for good, as he rejoiced over thy fathers : 10 If thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to keep his commandments and his statutes which are written in this book of the law, and if thou turn unto the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul. 11 For this commandment which I command thee this day, it is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off. 12 It is not in heaven, that thou shouldest say, Who shall go up for us to heaven, and bring it unto us, that we may hear it, and do it? 13 Neither is it beyond the sea, that thou shouldest say, Who shall go over the sea for us, and bring it unto us, that we may hear it, and doit? 14 But the word is very nigh unto thee, in thy mouth, and in thy heart, that thou mayest do it. 15 See, I have set before thee this day life and good, and death and evil; 16 In that I command thee this day to love the Lord thy God, to walk in his ways, and to keep his commandments and his statutes and his judg- ments, that thou mayest live and multiply: and the Lord thy God shall bless thee in the land whither thou goest to possess it. 17 But if thine heart turn away, so that thou wilt not hear, but shalt be drawn away, and wor- ship other gods, and serve them; 18 I denounce unto you this day, that ye shall surely perish, and that ye shall not prolong your days upon the land, whither thou passest over Jordan to go to possess it. 19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live: 20 That thou mayest love the Lord thy Goa, and that thou mayest obey his voice, and that thou mayest cleave unto him: for he is thy life, and the length of thy days: that thou mayest dwell in the land which the Lord sware unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give them. CHAPTER XXXI. (31) 1 Moses encourageth the people. 1 He encourageth Joshua. 9 He delivereth the law unto the priests to read it in the seventh year to the people. 14 God giveth a charge to Joshua, 19 and a song to testify against the people. 24 Moses delivereth the book of the law to the Levites to keep. 28 He maketh a pro- testation to the elders. AND Moses went and spake these words unto all Israel. 2 And he said unto them, I am an hundred and twenty years old this day; I can no more go out and come in: also the Lord hath said unto me, Thou shalt not go over this Jordan. 3 The Lord thy God, he will go over before thee, and he will destroy these nations from before thee, and thou shalt possess them: and Joshua, he shall go over before thee, as the Lord hath said. 4 And the Lord shall do unto them as he did to Sihon and to Og, kings of the Amorites. and unto the land of them, whom he destroyed. 5 And the Lord shall give them up before your face, that ye may do unto them according unto all the commandments which I have commanded you. 6 Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, 162 Joshua in charge. DEUTERONOMY, XXXII. (32) Moses' song. nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. 7 And Moses called unto Joshua, and said unto him in the sight of all Israel, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou must go with this people unto the land which the Lord hath sworn unto their fathers to give them; and thou shalt cause them to inherit it. 8 And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dis- mayed. 9 And Moses wrote this law, and delivered it unto the priests the sons of Levi, which bare the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and unto all the elders of Israel. 10 And Moses commanded them, saying, At the end of every seven years, in the solemnity of the year of release, in the feast of tabernacles, 11 When all Israel is come to appear before the Lord thy God in the place which he shall choose, thou shalt read this law before all Israel in their hearing. 12 Gather the people together, men, and wom- en, and children, and thy stranger that is within thy gates .that they may hear, and that they may learn, and fear the Lord your God, and observe to do all the words of this law: 13 And that their children, which have not known any thing, may hear, and learn to fear the Lord your God, as long as ye live in the land whither ye go over Jordan to possess it. 14 And the Lord said unto Moses, Behold, thy days approach that thou must die: call Joshua, and present yourselves in the tabernacle of the congregation, that I may give him a charge. And Moses and Joshua went, and presented them- selves in the tabernacle of the congregation. 15 And the Lord appeared in the tabernacle in a pillar of a cloud: and the pillar of the cloud stood over the door of the tabernacle. 16 And the Lord said unto Moses, Behold, thou shalt sleep with thy fathers; and this people will rise up, and go a whoring after the gods of the strangers of the land, whither they go to be among them, and will forsake me, and break my covenant which I have made with them. 17 Then my anger shall be kindled against them in thai day, and I will forsake them, and I will hide my face from them, and they shall be devoured, and many evils and troubles shall befall them; so that they will say in that day, Are not these evils come upon us, because our God is not among us? 18 And I will surely hide my lace in that day for all the evils which they shall have wrought, in that they are turned unto other gods. 19 Now therefore write ye this song for you, and teach it the children of Israel : put it in their mouths, that this song may be a witness for me against the children of Israel. 20 For when I shall have brought them into the land which I sware unto their fathers, that floweth with milk and honey; and they shall have eaten and filled themselves, and waxen fat; then will they turn unto other gods, and serve them, and provoke me, and break my covenant. 21 And it shall come to pass, when many evils and troubles are befallen them, that this song shall testify against them as a witness; for it shall not be forgotten out of the mouths of their seed: for I know their imagination which they go about, even now, before I have brought them into the land which I sware. 22 Moses therefore wrote this song the same day, and taught it the children of Israel. 23 And he gave Joshua the son of Nun a charge, and said, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou shalt bring the children of Israel into the land which I sware unto them : and I will be with thee. 24 And it came to pass, when Moses had made an end of writing the words of this law in a book, until they were finished, 25 That Moses commanded the Levites, which bare the ark of the covenant of the Lord, saying, 26 Take this book of the law, and put it in the side of the ark of the covenant of the Lord your God, that it may be there for a witness against thee. 27 For I know thy rebellion, and thy stiff neck: behold, while I am yet alive with you this day, ye have been rebellious against the Lord; and how much more after my death? 28 Gather unto me all the elders of your tribes, and your officers, that I may speak these words in their ears, and call heaven and earth to record against them. 29 For I know that after my death ye will ut- terly corrupt yourselves, and turn aside from the way which I have commanded you; and evil will befall you in the latter days; because ye will do evil in the sight of the Lord, to provoke him to anger through the work of your hands. 30 And Moses spake in the ears of all the con- gregation of Israel the words of this song, until they were ended. CHAPTER XXXII. (32) 1 Moses' song, which setteth forth God's mercy and vengeance. 46 He exhorteth them to set their hearts upon it. 48 God sendeth him up to mount Nebo, to see the land, and die. GIVE ear, O ye heavens, and x will speak; and hear, O earth, the words of my mouth. 2 My doctrine shall drop as the rain, my speech shall distil as the dew, as the small rain upon the tender herb, and as the showers upon the grass: 3 Because I will publish the name of the Lord: ascribe ye greatness unto our God. 4 He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he. 5 They have corrupted themselves, their spot is not the spot of his children : they are a perverse and crooked generation. 6 Do ye thus requite the Lord, O foolish people and unwise? is not he thy father that hath bought fhee? hath he not made thee, and established thee? 163 *r The song of Moses. DEUTERONOMY, XXXII. (32) The song of Moses. 7 Remember the days of old, consider the years of many generations: ask thy father, and he will shew thee; thy elders, and they will tell thee. 8 When the Most High divided to the nations their inheritance, when he separated the sons of Adam, he set the bounds of the people according to the number of the children of Israel. 9 For the Lord's portion is his people ; Jacob is the lot of his inheritance. 10 He found him in a desert land, and in the waste howling wilderness; he led him about, he instructed him, he kept him as the apple of his eye. * li As an eagle stirreth up her nest, fluttereth over her young, spreadeth abroad her wings, taketh them, beareth them on her wings: 12 So the Lord alone did lead him, and there was no strange god with him. 13 He made him ride on the high places of the earth, that he might eat the increase of the fields ; and he made him to suck honey out of the rock, and oil out of the flinty rock ; 14 Butter of kine, and milk of sheep, with fat of lambs, and rams of the breed of Bashan, and goats, with the fat of kidneys of wheat; and thou didst drink the pure blood of the grape. 15 But Jeshurun waxed fat, and kicked: thou art waxen fat, thou art grown thick, thou art covered with fatness; then he forsook God which made him, and lightly esteemed the Rock of his salvation. 16 They provoked him to jealousy with strange gods, with abominations provoked they him to anger. 17 They sacrificed unto devils, not to God; to gods whom they knew not, to new gods that came newly up, whom your fathers feared not. 18 Of the Rock that begat thee thou art un- mindful, and hast forgotten God that formed thee. 19 And when the Lord saw it, he abhorred them, because of the provoking of his sons, and of his daughters. 20 And he said, I will hide my face from them, I will see what their end shall bo : for they are a verv froward generation, children in whom is no faith. 21 They have moved me to jealousy with that which is not God; they have provoked me to anger with their vanities: and I will move them to jealousy with those which are not a people; I will provoke them to anger with a foolish nation. 22 For a fire is kindled in mine anger, and shall burn unto the lowest hell, and shall consume the earth with her increase, and set on fire the founda- tions of the mountains. 23 I will heap mischiefs upon them; I will spend mine arrows upon them. 24 They shall be burnt with hunger, and de- voured with burning heat, and with bitter de- struction: I will also send the teeth of beasts upon them, with the poison of serpents of the dust. 25 The sword without, and terror within shall destroy both the young man and the virgin, the suckling also with the man of gray hairs. 26 I said, I would scatter them into corners, 1 would make the remembrance of them to cease from among men : 27 Were it not that I feared the wrath of the enemy, lest their adversaries should behave them- selves strangely, and lest they should say, Our hand is high, and the Lord hath not done all this. 28 For they are a nation void of counsel, neither is there any understanding in them. - 29 O that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end! 30 How should one chase a thousand, and two put ten thousand to flight, except their Rock had sold them, and the Lord had shut them up? 31 For their rock is not as our Rock, even our enemies themselves being judges. 32 For their vine is of the vine of Sodom, and of the fields of Gomorrah: their grapes are grapes of gall, their clusters are bitter: 33 Their wine is the poison of dragons, and the cruel venom of asps. 34 Is not this laid up in store with me, and sealed up among my treasures? 35 To me belongeth vengeance, and recom- pence; their foot shall slide in due time: for the day of their calamity is at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste. 36 For the Lord shall judge his people, and re- pent himself for his servants, when he seeth that their power is gone, and there is none shut up, or left. 37 And he shall say, Where are their gods, their rock in whom they trusted, 38 Which did eat the fat of their sacrifices, and drank the wine of their drink offerings? let them rise up and help you, and be your protection. 39 See now that I, even I, am he, and there is no god with me : I kill, and I make alive ; I wound, and I heal : neither is there any that can deliver out of my hand. 40 For I lift up my hand to heaven, and say, I live for ever. 41 If I whet my glittering sword, and mine hand take hold on judgment; I will render ven- geance to mine enemies, and will reward them that hate me. 42 I will make mine arrows drunk with blood, and my sword shall devour flesh; and that with the blood of the slain and of the captives, from the beginning of revenges upon the enemy. 43 Rejoice, O ye nations, with his people: for he will avenge the blood of his servants, and will render vengeance to his adversaries, and will be merciful unto his land, and to his people. 44 And Moses came and spake all the words of this song in the ears of the people, he, and Hoshea the son of Nun. 45 And Moses made an end of speaking all these words to all Israel : 46 And he said unto them, Set your hearts unto all the words which I testify among you this day, which ye shall command your children to observe to do, all the words of this law. 47 For it is not a vain thing for you; because it is your life : and through this thing ye shall pro- 164 .a » ^53 The majesty of God. DEUTERONOMY, XXXIII. (33) Blessings of the tribes. long jour days in the land, whither ye go over Jordan to possess it. 48 And the Lord spake unto Moses that self- same day, saying, 49 Get thee up into this mountain Abarim, unto mount Nebo, which is in the land of Moab, that is over against Jericho; and behold the land of Canaan, which I give unto the children of Is- rael for a possession. 50 And die in the mount whither thou goest up, and be gathered unto thy people; as Aaron thy brother died in mount Hor, and was gathered unto his people: 51 Because ye trespassed against me among the children of Israel at the waters of Meribah- Kadesh, in the wilderness of Zin; because ye sanctified me not in the midst of the children of Israel. 52 Yet thou shalt see the land before thee ; but thou shalt not go thither unto the land which I give the children of Israel. CHAPTER XXXIII. (33) 1 The majesty of God. 6 The blessings of the twelve tribes. 26 The excellency of Israel. AND this is the blessing, wherewith Moses the man of God blessed the children of Is- rael before his death. 2 And he said, The Lord came from Sinai, and rose up from Seir unto them; he shined forth from mount Paran, and he came with ten thous- ands of saints: from his right hand went a fiery law for them. 3 Yea, he loved the people ; all his saints are in thy hand: and they sat down at thy feet; every one shall receive of thy words. 4 Moses commanded us a law, even the inherit- ance of the congregation of Jacob. 5 And he was king in Jeshurun, when the heads of the people and the tribes of Israel were gathered together. 6 Let Reuben live, and not die; and let not his men be few. 7 And this is the blessing of Judah: and he said, Hear, Lord, the voice of Judah, and bring him unto his people: let his hands be sufficient for him ; and be thou an help to him from his enemies. 8 And of Levi he said, Let thy Thummim and thy Urim be with thy holy one, whom thou didst prove at Massah, and with whom thou didst strive at the waters of Meribah; 9 Who said unto his father and to his mother, I have Dot seen him; neither did he acknowledge his brethren, nor knew his own children : for they have observed thy word, and kept thy covenant. 10 They shall teach Jacob thy judgments, and Israel thy law : they shall put incense before thee, and whole burnt sacrifice upon thine altar. 11 Bless, Lord, his substance, and accept the work of his hands: smite through the loins of them that rise against him, and of them that hate him, that they rise not again. 12 And of Benjamin he said, The beloved of the 12 " T Lord shall dwell in safety by him; and the Lord shall cover him all the day long, and he shall dwell between his shoulders. 13 And of Joseph he said, Blessed of the Lord be his land, for the precious things of heaven, for the dew, and for the deep that coucheth beneath, 14 And for the precious fruits brought forth by the sun, and for the precious things put forth by the moon, 15 And for the chief things of the ancient mountains, and for the precious things of the last- ing hills, 16 And for the precious things of the earth and fulness thereof, and for the good will of him that dwelt in the bush: let the blessing come upon the head of Joseph, and upon the top of the head of him that was separated from his brethren. 17 His glory is like the firstling of his bullock, and his horns are like the horns of unicorns: with them he shall push the people together to the ends of the earth: and they are the ten thousands of Ephraim, and thev are the thousands of Manasseh. 18 And of Zebulun he said, Rejoice, Zebulun, in thy going out ; and, Issachar, in thy tents. 19 They shall call the people unto the moun- tain; there they shall offer sacrifices of righteous- ness: for they shall suck of the abundance of the seas, and of treasures hid in the sand. 20 And of Gad he said, Blessed be. he that en- largeth Gad: he dwelleth as a lion, and teareth the arm with the crown of the head. 21 And he provided the first part for himself, because there, in a portion of the lawgiver, was he seated ; and he came with the heads of the peo- ple, he executed the justice of the Lord, and his judgments with Israel. 22 And of Dan he said, Dan is a lion's whelp: he shall leap from Bashan. 23 And of Naphtali he said, O Naphtali, satis- fied with favour, and full with the blessing of the Lord : possess thou the west and the south. 24 And of Asher he said, Let Asher be blessed with children; let him be acceptable to his brethren, and let him dip his foot in oil. 25 Thy shoes shall be iron and brass; and as thy days, so shall thy strength be. 26 There is none like unto the God of Jeshurun, who ride th upon the heaven in thy help, and in his excellency on the sky. 27 The eternal God is thy refuge, and under- neath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say. Destroy them. 28 Israel then shall dwell in safety alone: the fountain of Jacob shall be upon a land of corn and wine; also his heavens shall drop down dew. 29 Happy art thou, O Israel : who is like unto thee, O people saved by the Lord, the shield of thy help, and who is the sword of thy excellency! and thine enemies shall be found liars unto thee; and thou shalt tread upon their high places. 166 3foses' age and death. JOSHUA, I. (1) Joshua succeeds Moses. CHAPTER XXXIV. (34) 1 Moses from mount Nebo vieweth the land. 5 He dieth there. 6 His burial. 7 His age. 8 Thirty days' mourning for him. 9 Joshua succeedeth him. 10 The praise of Moses. AND Moses went up from the plains of Moab unto the mountain of Nebo, to the top of Pisgah, that is over against Jericho. And the Lord shewed him all the land of Gilead, unto Dan, 2 And all Naphtali, and the land of Ephraim, and Manasseh, and all the land of Judah, unto the utmost sea, 3 And the south, and the plain of the valley of Jericbo, the city of palm trees, unto Zoar. 4 And the Lord said unto him, This is the land which I sware unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, saying, I will give it \mto thy seed: I have caused thee to see it with thine eyes, but thou shalt not go over thither. 5 So Moses the servant of the Lord died there in the land of Moab> according to the word of the Lord. 6 And he buried him in a valley in the land of Moab, over against Beth-peor: but no man know- eth of his sepulchre unto this day. 7 And Moses was an hundred and twenty years old when he died: his eye was not dim, nor his natural force abated. 8 And the children of Israel wept for Moses in the plains of Moab thirty days: so the days of weeping and mourning for Moses were ended. 9 And Joshua the son of Nun was full of the spirit of wisdom; for Moses had laid his hands upon him: and the children of Israel hearkened unto him, and did as the Lord commanded Moses. 10 And there arose not a prophet since in Is- rael like unto Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face, 11 In all the signs and the wonders, which the Lord sent him to do in the land of Egypt to Pha- raoh, and to all his servants, and to all his land. 12 And in all that mighty hand, and in all the great terror which Moses shewed in the sight of all Israel. THE Book of Joshua. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The Lord appointeth Joshua to succeed Moses. 3 The borders of the promised land. 5, 9 God promiseth to assist Joshua. 8 'He giveth him instructions. 10 He prepareth the people to pass over Jordan. 12 Joshua putteth the two tribes and half in mind of their promise to Moses. 16 They promise him fealty. "TVT OW after the death of Moses the servant of -Lll the Lord it came to pass, that the Lord spake unto Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' min- ister, saying, 2 Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this peo- ple, unto the land which I do give to them, even to the children of Israel. 3 Every place that the sole of your foot shall tread upon, that have I given unto you, as I said unto Moses. 4 From the wilderness and this Lebanon even unto the great river, the river Euphrates, all the land of the Hittites, and tmto the great sea to- ward the going down of the sun, shall be your coast. 5 There shall not any man be able to stand be- fore thee all the days of thy life: as 1 was with Moses, so I will be with thee : I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. 6 Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give them. 7 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee : turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest. 8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do accord- ing to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. 9 Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. 10 Then Joshua commanded the officers of the people, saying, 11 Pass through the host, and command the people, saying, Prepare you victuals; for within three days ye shall pass over this Jordan, to go In to possess the land, which the Lord your God giveth you to possess it. 12 And to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to half the tribe of Manasseh, spake Joshua, saying, 13 Remember the word which Moses the ser- vant of the Lord commanded you, saying, The Lord your God hath given you rest, and hath given you this land. 14 Your wives, your little ones, and your cat- tle, shall remain in the land which Moses gave you on this side Jordan; but ye shall pass before your brethren armed, all the mighty men of valour, and help them; 166 Spies sent out JOSHUA, II. (2) to view the land. 15 Until the Lord have given your brethren rest, as he hath given you, and they also have possessed the land which the Lord your God giveth them: then ye shall return unto the land of your possession, and enjoy it, which Moses the Lord's servant gave you on this side Jordan to- ward the sunrising. 16 And they answered Joshua, saying, All that thou commandest us we will do, and whitherso- ever thou sendest us, we will go . 17 According as we hearkened unto Moses in all things, so will we hearken unto thee : only the Lord thy God be with thee, as he was with Moses. 18 Whosoever he be that doth rebel against thy commandment, and will not hearken unto thy words in all that thou commandest him, he shall- be put to death: only be strong and of a good courage. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Rahab receiveth and concealeth the two spies sent from Shittim. 8 The covenant between her and them. 23 Their return and relation. AND Joshua the son of Nun sent out of Shittim two men to spy secretly, saying, Go view the land, even Jericho. And they went, and came into an harlot's house, named Rahab, and lodged there. 2 And it was told the king of Jericho, saying, Behold, there came men in hither to night of the children of Israel to search out the country. 3 And the king of Jericho sent unto Rahab, saying, Bring forth the men that are come to thee, which are entered into thine house: for they be come to search out all the country. 4 And the woman took the two men, and hid them, and said thus, There came men unto me, but I wist not whence they were: 5 And it came to pass about the time of shut- ting of the gate, when it was dark, that the men went out: whither the men went I wot not: pur- sue after them quickly; for ye shall overtake them. 6 But she had brought them up to the roof of the house, and hid them with the stalks of flax, which she had laid in order upon the roof. 7 And the men pursued after them the way to Jordan unto the fords: and as soon as they which pursued after them were gone out, they shut the gate. 8 And before they were laid down, she came up unto them upon the roof; 9 And she said unto the men, I know that the Lord hath given you the land, and that your ter- ror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you. 10 For we have heard how the Lord dried up the waters of the Red sea for you, when ye came out of Egypt: and what ye did unto the two kings of the Amorites, that were on the other side Jor- dan, Sihon and Og, whom ye utterly destroyed. 11 And as soon as we had heard these things, our hearts did melt, neither did there remain any more courage in any man, because of you: for the Lord your God, he is God in heaven above, and in earth beneath. 12 Now therefore, I pray you, swear unto me by the Lord, since I have shewed you kindness, that ye will also shew kindness unto my father's house, and give me a true token : 13 And that ye will save alive my father, and my mother, and my brethren, and my sisters, and all that they have, and deliver our lives from death. 14 And the men answered her, Our life for your's, if ye utter not this our business. And it shall be, when the Lord hath given us the land, that we will deal kindly and truly with thee. 15 Then she let them down by a cord through the window: for her house was upon the town wall, and she dwelt upon the wall. 16 And she said unto them, Get you to the mountain, lest the pursuers meet you; and hide yourselves there three days, until the pursuers be returned : and afterward may ye go your way. 17 And the men said unto her, "We will be blameless of this thine oath which thou hast made us swear. 18 Behold, when we come into the land, thou shalt bind this line of scarlet thread in the win- dow which thou didst let us down by: and thou shalt bring thy father, and thy mother, and thy brethren, and all thy father's household, home unto thee. 19 And it shall be, that whosoever shall go out of the doors of thy house into the street, his blood shall be upon his head, and we will be guiltless: and whosoever shall be with thee in the house, his blood shall be on our head, if any hand be upon him. 20 And if thou utter this our business, then we will be quit of thine oath which thou hast made us to swear. 21 And she said, According unto your words, so be it. And she sent them away, and they de- parted : and she bound the scarlet line in the win- dow. 22 And they went, and came unto the moun- tain, and abode there three days, until the pur- suers were returned: and the pursuers sought them throughout all the way, but found them not. 23 So the two men returned, and descended from the mountain, and passed over, and came to Joshua the son of Nun, and told him all things that befell them: 24 And they said unto Joshua, Truly the Lord hath delivered into our hands all the land; for even all the inhabitants of the country do faint because of us. CHAPTER ni. (3) 1 Joshua cometh to Jordan. 2 The officers instruct the people for the passage. 7 The Lord encourageth Joshua. 9 Joshua encourageth the people. 14 The waters of Jordan are divided. AND Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. 167 The waters of Jordan JOSHUA, IV. (4) are divided. 2 And it came to pass after three days, that the officers went through the host; 3 And they commanded the people, saying, When ye see the ark of the covenant of the Lord your God, and the priests the Levites bearing it, then ye shall remove from your place, and go after it. 4 Yet there shall be a space between you and it, about. two thousand cubits by measure: come not near unto it, that ye may know the way by which ye must go : for ye have not passed this way heretofore. 5 And Joshua said unto the people, Sanctify yourselves: for to morrow the Lord will do won- ders among you. 6 And Joshua spake unto the priests, saying, Take up the ark of the covenant, and pass over be- fore the people. And they took up the ark of the covenant, and went before the people. 7 And the Lord said unto Joshua, This day will I begin to magnify thee in the sight of all Israel, that they may know that, as I was with Moses, so I will be with thee. 8 And thou shalt command the priests that bear the ark of the covenant, saying, When ye are come to the brink of the water of Jordan, ye shall stand still in Jordan. 9 And Joshua said unto the children of Israel, Come hither, and hear the words of the Lord your God. 10 And Joshua said, Hereby ye shall know » that the living God is among you, and that he will 1 without fail drive out from before you the Canaan- ites, and the Hittites, and the Hivites, and the Perizzites, and the Girgashites, and the Amorites, and the Jebusites. 11 Behold, the ark of the covenant of the Lord of all the earth passeth over before you into Jordan. 12 Now therefore take you twelve men out of the tribes of Israel, out of every tribe a man. 13 And it shall come to pass, as soon as the soles of the feet of the priests that bear the ark of the Lord, the Lord of all the earth, shall rest in the waters of Jordan, that the waters of Jor- dan shall be cut off from the waters that come down from above; and they shall stand upon an heap. 14 And it came to pass, when the people re- moved from their tents, to pass over Jordan, and the priests bearing the ark of the covenant before the people; 15 And as they that bare the ark were come unto Jordan, and the feet of the priests that bare the ark were dipped in the brim of the water, (for Jordan overfloweth all his banks all the time of harvest,) 16 That the waters which came down from above stood and rose up upon an heap very far from the city Adam, that is beside Zaretan : and those that came down toward the sea of the plain, even the salt sea, failed, and were cut off: and the people passed over right against Jericho. 17 And the priests that bare the ark of the covenant of the Lord stood firm on dry ground in the midst of Jordan, and all the Israelites passed over on dry ground, until all the people were passed clean over Jordan. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Twelve men are appointed to take twelve stones for a memorial out of Jordan. 9 Twelve other stones are set up in the midst of Jordan. 10, 19 The people pass over. 14 God magnifieth Joshua. 20 The twelve stones are pitched in Gilgal. AND it came to pass, when all the people were clean passed over Jordan, that the Lord spake unto Joshua, saying, 2 Take you twelve men out of the people, out of every tribe a man, 3 And command ye them, saying, Take you hence out of the midst of Jordan, out of the place where the priests' feet stood firm, twelve stones, and ye shall carry them over with you, and leave them in the lodging place, where ye shall lodge this night. 4 Then Joshua called the twelve men, whom he had prepared of the children of Israel, out of every tribe a man: 5 And Joshua said unto them, Pass over before ,the ark of the Lord your God into the midst of Jordan, and take you up every man of you a stone upon his shoulder, according unto the number of the tribes of the children of Israel : 6 That this may be a sign among you, that when your children ask their fathers in time to come, saying, What mean ye by these stones? 7 Then ye shall answer them, That the waters of Jordan were cut off before the ark of the co- venant of the Lord; when it passed over Jordan, the waters of Jordan were cut off: and these stones shall be for a memorial unto the children of Israel for ever. 8 And the children of Israel did so as Joshua commanded, and took up twelve stones out of the midst of Jordan, as the Lord spake unto Joshua, according to the number of the tribes of the chil- dren of Israel, and carried them over with them unto the place where they lodged, and laid them down there. 9 And Joshua set up twelve stones in the midst of Jordan, in the place where the feet of the priests which bare the ark of the covenant stood: and they are there unto this day. 10 For the priests which bare the ark stood in the midst of Jordan, until every thing was fin- ished that the Lord commanded Joshua to speak unto the people, according to all that Moses com- manded Joshua: and the people hasted and passed over. 11 And it came to pass, when all the people were clean passed over, that the ark of the Lord passed over, and the priests, in the presence of the people. 12 And the children of Reuben, and the chil- dren of Gad, and half the tribe of Manasseh, passed over armed before the children of Israel, as Moses spake unto them: 13 About forty thousand prepared for war 168 r?P ~oo P 3 *< « - ■c* I og. 5 og V* P<* B f h-i CB r " CO (D CO o" pi 00 p - _ 3c? a ' >-s f *&£ oo CQ P ro —9 rt- rt fO 3 £o ^ r/2 P H S p" S p s-i O 00 O p co co « p* O © i P < P tB M & CB CO & CO ^ r* p P" -: tB °, CO — p2 c*p o P < p

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(5) appeareth to Joshua. passed over before the Lord unto battle, to the plains of Jericho. 14 On that day the Lord magnified Joshua in the sight of all Israel; and they feared him, as they feared Moses, all the days of his life. 15 And the Lord spake unto Joshua, saying, 16 Command the priests that bear the ark of the testimony, that they come up out of Jordan. 17 Joshua therefore commanded the priests, saying, Come ye up out of Jordan. 18 And it came to pass, when the priests that bare the ark of the covenant of the Lord were come up out of the midst of Jordan, and the soles of the priests' feet were lifted up unto the dry land, that the waters of Jordan returned unto their place, and flowed over all his banks, as they did before. 19 And the people came up out of Jordan on the tenth day of the first month, and encamped in Gilgal, in the east border of Jericho. 20 And those twelve stones, which they took out of Jordan, did Joshua pitch in Gilgal. 21 And he spake unto the children of Israel, saying, When your children shall ask their fathers in time to come, saying, "What mean these stones? 22 Then ye shall let your children know, saying, Israel came over this Jordan on dry land. 23 For the Lord your God dried up the waters of Jordan from before you, until ye were passed over, as the Lord your God did to the Red sea, which he dried up from before us, until we were gone over : 24 That all the people of the earth might know the hand of the Lord, that it is mighty: that ye might fear the Lord your God for ever. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The Canaanites are afraid. 2 Joshua reneweth cir- cumcision. 10 The passover is kept at Gilgal. 12 Manna ceaseth. 13 An Angel appeareth to Joshua. AND it came to pass, when all the kings of the Amorites, which were on the side of Jordan westward, and all the kings of the Canaanites, which were by the sea, heard that the Lord had dried up the waters of Jordan from be- fore the children of Israel, until we were passed over, that their heart melted, neither was there spirit in them any more, because of the children of Israel. 2 At that time the Lord said unto Joshua, Make thee sharp knives, and circumcise again the children of Israel the second time. 3 And Joshua made him sharp knives, and cir- cumcised the children of Israel at the hill of the foreskins. 4 And this is the cause why Joshua did cir- cumcise: All the people that came out of Egypt, that were males, even all the men of war, died in the wilderness by the way, after they came out of Egypt. 5 Now all the people that came out were cir- cumcised: but all the people that were born in the wilderness by the way as they came forth out of Egypt, them they had not circumcised. 6 For the children of Israel walked forty years in the wilderness, till all the people that were men of war, which came out of Egypt, were con- sumed, because they obeyed not the voice of the Lord: unto whom the Lord sware that he would not shew them the land, which the Lord sware unto their fathers that he would give us, a land that floweth with milk and honey. 7 And their children, whom he raised up in their stead, them Joshua circumcised: for they were uncircumcised, because they had not circum- cised them by the way. 8 And it came to pass, when they had done cir- cumcising all the people, that they abode in their places in the camp, till they were whole. 9 And the Lord said unto Joshua, This day have I rolled away the reproach of Egypt from off you. Wherefore the name of the place is called Gilgal imto this day. 10 And the children of Israel encamped in Gil- gal, and kept the passover on the fourteenth day of the month at even in the plains of Jericho. 11 And they did eat of the old corn of the land on the morrow after the passover, unleavened cakes, and parched corn in the selfsame day. 12 And the manna ceased on the morrow after they had eaten of the old corn of the land; neither had the children of Israel manna any more; but they did eat of the fruit of the land of Canaan that year. 13 And it came to pass, when Joshua was by Jericho, that he lifted up his eyes and looked, and, behold, there stood a man over against him with his sword drawn in his hand: and Joshua went unto him, and said unto him, Art thou for us, or for our adversaries? 14 And he said, Nay; but as captain of the host of the Lord am I now come. And Joshua fell on his face to the earth, and did worship, and said unto him, What saith my lord unto his servant? 15 And the captain of the Lord's host said unto Joshua, Loose thy shoe from off thy foot; for the place whereon thou standest is holy. And Joshua did so. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 Jericho is shut up. 2 Gtod instructeth Joshua how to besiege it. 12 The city is compassed. 17 It must be accursed. 20 The walls fall down. 22 Rahab is saved. 26 The builder of Jericho is Cursed. "TVTOW Jericho was straitly shut Up because of .l-ll the children of Israel: none went out, and none came in. 2 And the Lord said unto Joshua, See, I have given into thine hand Jericho, and the king there- of, and the mighty men of valour. 3 And ye shall compass the city, all ye men of war, and go round about the city once. Thus shalt thou do six days. 4 And seven priests shall bear before the ark seven trumpets of rams' horns: and the seventh day ye shall compass the city seven times, and the priests shall blow with the trumpets. 5 And it shall come to pass, that when they make a long blast with the ram's horn, and when 169 ■5*1 Jericho given into JOSHUA, VII (7) the hand of Joshua. ye hear the sound of the trumpet, all the people shall shout with a great shout; and the wall of the city shall fall down flat, and the people shall ascend up every man straight before him. 6 And Joshua the son of Nun called the priests, and said unto them, Take up the ark of the co- venant, and let seven priests bear seven trumpets of rams' horns before the ark of the Lord. 7 And he said unto the people, Pass on, and compass the city, and let him that is armed pass on before the ark of the Lord. 8 And it came to pass, when Joshua had spoken unto the people, that the seven priests bearing the seven trumpets of rams' horns passed on before the Lord, and blew with the trumpets: and the ark of the covenant of the Lord followed them. 9 And the armed men went before the priests that blew with the trumpets, and the rereward came after the ark, the priests going on, and blow- ing with the trumpets. 10 And Joshua had commanded the people, saying, Ye shall not shout, nor make any noise with your voice, neither shall any word proceed out of your mouth, until the day I bid you shout; then shall ye shout. 11 So the ark of the Lord compassed the city, going about it once: and they came into the camp, and lodged in the camp. 12 And Joshua rose early in the morning, and the priests took up the ark of the Lord. 13 And seven priests bearing seven trumpets of rams' horns before the ark of the Lord went on continually, and blew with the trumpets : and the armed men went before them; but the rereward came after the ark of the Lord, the priests going on, and blowing with the trumpets. 14 And the second day they compassed the city once, and returned into the camp: so they did six days. 15 And it came to pass on the seventh day, that they rose early about the dawning of the day, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times: only on that day they compassed the city seven times. 16 And it came to pass at the seventh time, when the priests blew with the trumpets, Joshua said unto the people, Shout; for the Lord hath given you the city. 17 And the city shall be accursed, even it, and all that are therein, to the Lord : only Rahab the harlot shall live, she and all that are with her in the house, because she hid the messengers that we sent. 18 And ye, in any wise keep yourselves from the accursed thing, lest ye make yourselves ac- cursed, when ye take of the accursed thing, and make the camp of Israel a curse, and trouble it. 19 But all the silver, and gold, and vessels of brass and iron, are consecrated unto the Lord: they shall come into the treasury of the Lord. 20 So the people shouted when the priests blew with the trumpets : and it came to pass, when the people heard the sound of the trumpet, and the people shouted with a great shout, that the wall fell down flat, so that the people went up into the city, every man straight before him, and. they took the city. 21 And they utterly destroyed all that was in the city, both man and woman, young and old, and ox, and sheep, and ass, with the edge of the sword. 22 But Joshua had said unto the two men that had spied out the country, Go into the harlot's house, and bring out thence the woman, and all that she hath, as ye sware unto her. 23 And the young men that were spies went in, and brought out Rahab, and her father, and her mother, and her brethren, and all that she had; and they brought out all her kindred, and left them without the camp of Israel. 24 And they burnt the city with fire, and all that was therein: only the silver, and the gold, and the vessels of brass and of iron, they put into the treasury of the house of the Lord. 25 And Joshua saved Rahab the harlot alive, and her father's household, and all that she had ; and she dwelleth in Israel even unto this day; be- cause she hid the messengers, which Joshua sent to spy out Jericho. 20 And Joshua adjured them at that time, say- ing, Cursed be the man before the Lord, that riseth up and buildeth this city Jericho: he shall lay the foundation thereof in his firstborn, and in his youngest son shall he set up the gates of it 27 So the Lord was with Joshua; and his fame was noised throughout all the country. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 The Israelites are smitten at Ai. 6 Joshua's com- plaint. 10 God instructeth him what to do. 16 Achan is taken by the lot. 19 His confession. 22 He and all he had are destroyed in the valley of Achor. BUT the children of Israel committed a tres- pass in the accursed thing: for Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took of the accursed thing: and the anger of the Lord was kindled against the children of Israel., 2 And Joshua sent men from Jericho to Ai, which is beside Beth-aven, on the east side of Beth-el, and spake unto them, saying, Go up and view the country. 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And Joshua said unto them, Who are ye? and from whence come ye? 9 And they said unto him, From a very far country thy servants are come because of the name of the Lord thy God : for we have heard the fame of him, and all that he did in Egypt, 10 And all that he did to the two kings of the Amorites, that were beyond Jordan, to Sihon king of Heshbon, and to Og king of Bashan, Which was at Ashtaroth. 11 Wherefore our elders and all the inhabit- ants of our country spake to us, saying, Take victuals with you for the journey, and go to meet them, and say unto them, We are your servants: therefore now make ye a league with us. 12 This our bread we took hot for our provision out of our houses on the day we came forth to go unto you; but now, behold, it is dry, and it is mouldy: 13 And these bottles of wine, which we filled, were new; and, behold, they be rent: and these our garments and our shoes are become old by rea- son of the very long journey. 14 And the men took of their victuals, and asked not counsel at the mouth of the Lord. 15 And Joshua made peace with them, and made a league with them, to let them live: and the princes of the congregation sware unto them. 16 And it came to pass at the end of three days after they had made a league with them, that they heard that they were their neighbours, and that they dwelt among them. 17 And the children of Israel journeyed, and came unto their cities on the third day. Now their cities were Gibeon, and Chephirah, and Beeroth, and Kirjath-jearim. 18 And the children of Israel smote them not, because the princes of the congregation had sworn unto them by the Lord God of Israel. And all the congregation murmured against the princes. 19 But all the princes said unto all the congre- gation, We have sworn unto them by the Lord God of Israel: now therefore we may not touch them. 20 This we will do to them; we will even let them live, lest wrath be upon us, because of the oath which we sware unto them. 21 And the princes said unto them, Let them live; but let them be hewers of wood and drawers of water unto all the congregation ; as the princes had promised them. — 22 And Joshua called for them, and he spake unto them, saying, Wherefore have ye beguiled us, saying, We are very far from you; when ye dwell among us? 23 Now therefore ye are cursed, and there shall none of you be freed from being bondmen, and hewers of wood and drawers of water for the house of my God. 24 And they answered Joshua, and said, Be- cause it was certainly told thy servants, how that the Lord thy God commanded his servant Moses to give you all the land, and to destroy all the in- habitants of the land from before you, therefore we were sore afraid of our lives because of you, and have done this thing. 25 And now, behold, we are in thine hand: as it seemeth good and right unto thee to do unto us, do. 26 And so did he unto them, and delivered them out of the hand of the children of Israel, that they slew them not. 27 And Joshua made them that day hewers of wood and drawers of water for the congregation, and for the altar of the Lord, even unto this day, in the place which he should choose. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Five kings war against Gibeon. 6 Joshua rescueth it. 10 God fighteth against them with hailstones. 32 The sun and moon stand still at the word of Joshua. 10 The five kings are mured in a cave. 23 They are brought forth, 24 scornfully used, 26 and hanged. 28 Seven kings more are conquered. 9 Joshua return- eth to Gilgal. "1VT OW it came to pass, when Adoni-zedec king JJll of Jerusalem had heard how Joshua had taken Ai, and had utterly destroyed it ; as he had done to Jericho and her king, so he had done to Ai and her king; and how the inhabitants of Gibeon had made peace with Israel, and were among them; 2 That they feared greatly, because Gibeon was a great city, as one of the royal cities, and because it was greater than Ai, and all the men thereof were mighty. 3 Wherefore Adoni-zedec king of Jerusalem sent unto Hoham king of Hebron, and unto Piram king of Jarmuth, and unto Japhia king of Lach- ish, and unto Debir king of Eglon, saying, 4 Come up unto me, and help me, that we may smite Gibeon : for it hath made peace with Joshua and with the children of Israel. 5 Therefore the five kings of the Amorites, the king of Jerusalem, the king of Hebron, the king of Jarmuth, the king of Lachish, the king of Eg- lon, gathered themselves together, and went up, they and all their hosts, and encamped before Gibeon, and made war against it. 6 And the men of Gibeon sent unto Joshua to the camp to Gilgal, saying, Slack not thy hand from thy servants; come up to us quickly, and save us, and help us: for all the kings of the Amorites that dwell in the mountains are gath- ered together against us. 7 So Joshua ascended from Gilgal, he, and all 173 Joshua commands JOSHUA, X. (10) the sun to stand still. the people of war with him, and all the mighty men of valour. 8 And the Lord said unto Joshua, Fear them not: for I have delivered them into thine hand; there shall not a man of them stand before thee. 9 Joshua therefore came unto them suddenly, and went up from Gilgal all night. 10 And the Lord discomfited them before Is- rael, and slew them with a great slaughter at Gibeon, and chased them along the way that goeth up to Beth-horon, and smote them to Aze- kah, and unto Makkedah. 11 And it came to pass, as they fled from be- fore Israel, and were in the going down to Beth- horon, that the Lord cast down great stones from heaven upon them unto Azekah, and they died: they were more which died with hailstones than they whom the children of Israel slew with the sword. 12 Then spake Joshua to the Lord in the day when the Lord delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon. 13 And the sun stood still, and the moon stayed, until the people had avenged themselves upon their enemies. Is not this written in the book of Jasher? So the sun stood still in the midst of heaven, and hasted not to go down about a whole day. 14 And there was no day like that before it or after it, that the Lord hearkened unto the voice of a man: for the Lord fought for Israel. 15 And Joshua returned, and all Israel with him, unto the camp to Gilgal. 16 But ttiese five kings fled, and hid themselves in a cave at Makkedah. 17 And it was told Joshua, saying, The five kings are found hid in a cave at Makkedah. 18 And Joshua said, Boll great stones upon the mouth of the cave, and set men by it for to keep them: 19 And stay ye not, but pursue after your ene- mies, and smite the hindmost of them; suffer them not to enter into their cities: for the Lord your God hath delivered them into your hand. 20 And it came to pass, when Joshua and the children of Israel had made an end of slaying them with a very great slaughter, till they were consumed, that the rest which remained of them entered into fenced cities. 21 And all the people returned to the camp to Joshua at Makkedah in peace: none moved his tongue against any of the children of Israel. 22 Then said Joshua, Open the mouth of the cave, and bring out those five kings unto me out of the cave. 23 And they did so, and brought, forth those five kings unto him out of the cave, the king of Jerusalem, the king of Hebron, the king of Jar- muth, the king of Lachish, and the king of Eglon. 24 And it came to pass, when they brought out those kings unto Joshua, that Joshua called for all the men of Israel, and said unto the captains of the men of war which went with him, Come near, put your feet upon the necks of these kings. And they came near, and put their feet upon the necks of them. 25 And Joshua said unto them, Fear not, nor be dismayed, be strong and of good courage: for thus shall the Lord do to all your enemies against whom ye fight. 26 And afterward Joshua smote them, and slew them, and hanged them on five trees: and they were hanging upon the trees until the evening. 27 And it came to pass at the time of the going down of the sun, that Joshua commanded, and they took them down off the trees, and cast them into the cave wherein they had been hid, and laid great stones in the cave's mouth, which remain until this very day. 28 And that day Joshua took Makkedah, and smote it with the edge of the sword, and the king thereof he utterly destroyed, them, and all the souls that were therein ; he let none remain : and he did to the king of Makkedah as he did unto the king of Jericho. 29 Then Joshua passed from Makkedah, and all Israel with him, unto Libnah, and fought against Libnah: 30 And the Lord delivered it also, and the king thereof, into the hand of Israel; and he smote it with the edge of the sword, and all the souls that were therein; he let none remain in it; but did unto the king thereof as he did unto the king of Jericho. 31 And Joshua passed from Libnah, and all Israel with him, unto Lachish, and encamped against it, and fought against it: 32 And the Lord delivered Lachish into the hand of Israel, which took it on the second day, and smote it with the edge of the sword, and all the souls that were therein, according to all that he had done to Libnah. 33 Then Horam king of Gezer came up to help Lachish; and Joshua smote him and his people, until he had left him none remaining. 34 And from Lachish Joshua passed unto Eg- lon, and all Israel with him; and they encamped against it, and fought against it: 35 And they took it on that day, and smote it with the edge of the sword, and all the souls that were therein he utterly destroyed that day, ac- cording to all that he had done to Lachish. 36 And Joshua went up from Eglon, and all Israel with him, unto Hebron; and they fought against it: 37 And they took it, and smote it with the edge of the sword, and the king thereof, and all the cities thereof, and all the souls that were therein ; he left none remaining, according to all that he had done to Eglon; but destroyed it utterly, and all the souls that were therein. 38 And Joshua returned, and all Israel with him, to Debir; and fought against it: 39 And he took it, and the king thereof, and all the cities thereof; and they smote them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed all the souls that were therein; he left none remaining: 174 w n S3

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CHAPTER XI. (11) 1 Divers kings overcome at the waters of Merom. 10 Hazor is taken and burnt. 16 All the country taken by Joshua. 21 The Anakims cut off. AXD it came to pass, when Jabin king of Hazor had heard those things, that he sent to Jobab king of Madon, and to the king of Shim- ron, and to the king of Achshaph, 2 And to the kings that were on the north of the mountains, and of the plains south of Chin- neroth, and in the valley, and in the borders of Dor on the west, 3 And to the Canaanite on the east and on the west, and to the Amorite, and the Hittite, and the Perizzite, and the Jebusite in the mountains, and to the Hivite under Hermon in the land of Mizpeh. 4 And they went out, they and all their hosts with them, much people, even as the sand that is upon the sea shore in multitude, with horses and chariots very many. 5 And when all these kings were met together, they came and pitched together at the waters of Merom, to fight against Israel. 6 And the Lord said unto Joshua, Be not afraid because of them : for to morrow about this time will I deliver them up all slain before Israel: thou shalt hough their horses, and burn their chariots with fire. 7 So Joshua came, and all the people of war with him, against them by the waters of Merom suddenly ; and they fell upon them. 8 And the Lord delivered them into the hand of Israel, who smote them, and chased them unto great Zidon, and unto Misrephoth-maim, and unto the valley of Mizpeh eastward; and they smote them, until they left them none remaining. 9 And Joshua did unto them as the Lord bade him: he houghed their horses, and burnt their chariots with fire. 10 And Joshua at that time turned back, and took Hazor, and smote the king thereof with the sword : for Hazor bef oretime was the head of all those kingdoms. 11 And they smote all the souls that were therein with the edge of the sword, utterly de- stroying them : there was not any left to breathe : and he burnt Hazor with fire. 12 And all the cities of those kings, and all the kings of them, did Joshua take, and smote them with the edge of the sword, and he utterly de- stroyed them, 'as Moses the servant of the Lord commanded. 13 But as for the cities that stood still in their strength, Israel burned none of them, save Hazor only; that did Joshua burn. 14 And all the spoil of these cities, and the cat- tle, the children of Israel took for a prey unto themselves; but every man they smote with the edge of the sword, until they had destroyed them, neither left they any to breathe. 15 As the Lord commanded Moses his servant, so did Moses command Joshua, and so did Joshua: he left nothing undone of all that the Lord com- manded Moses. 16 So Joshua took all that land, the hills, and all the south country, and all the land of Goshen, and the valley, and the plain, and the mountain of Israel, and the valley of the same ; 17 Even from the mount Halak, that goeth up to Seir, even unto Baal-gad in the valley of Leb- anon under mount Hermon: and all their kings he took, and smote them, and slew them. 18 Joshua made war a long time with all those kings. 19 There was not a city that made peace with the children of Israel, save the Hivites the in- habitants of Gibeon : all other they took in battle. 20 For it was of the Lord to harden their hearts, that they should come against Israel in battle, that he might destroy them utterly, and that they might have no favour, but that he might destroy them, as the Lord commanded Moses. 21 And at that time came Joshua, and cut off the Anakims from the mountains, from Hebron, from Debir, from Anab, and from all the moun- tains of Judah, and from all the mountains of Is- rael: Joshua destroyed them utterly with their cities. 22 There was none of the Anakims left in the land of the children of Israel: only in Gaza, in Gath, and in Ashdod, there remained. 23 So Joshua took the whole land, according to all that the Lord said unto Moses; and Joshua gave it for an inheritance unto Israel according to their divisions by their tribes. And the land rested from war. CHAPTER Xn. (12) 1 The two kings whose countries Moses took and dis- posed of. 7 The one and thirty kings on the other side Jordan which Joshua smote "IVT OW these are the kings of the land, which -L^i the children of Israel smote, and possessed their land on the other side Jordan toward the rising of the sun, from the river Arnon unto mount Hermon, and all the plain on the east: 2 Sihon king of the Amorites, who dwelt in Heshbon, and ruled from Aroer, which is upon the bank of the river Arnon, and from the middle of the river, and from half Gilead, even unto the 175 w >-. cj Lord and his sacrifices JOSHUA, XIII. (13) the inheritance of Levi. river Jabbok, which is the border of the children of Ammon; 3 And from the plain to the sea of Chinneroth on the east, and unto the sea of the plain, even the salt sea on the east, the way to Beth-jeshi- moth ; and from the south, under Ashdoth-pisgah : 4 And the coast of Og king of Bashan, which was of the remnant of the giants, that dwelt at Ashtaroth and at Edrei, 5 And reigned in mount Hermon, and in Sal- cah, and in all Bashan, unto the border of the Geshurites and the Maachathites, and half Gilead, the border of Sihon king of Heshbon. 6 Them did Moses the servant of the Lord and the children of Israel smite: and Moses the ser- vant of the Lord gave it for a possession unto the Keubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh. 7 And these are the kings of the country which Joshua and the children of Israel smote on this side Jordan on the west, from Baal-gad in the valley of Lebanon even unto the mount Halak, that goeth up to Seir; which Joshua gave unto the tribes of Israel for a possession according to their divisions; 8 In the mountains, and in the valleys, and in the plains, and in the springs, and in the wilder- ness, and in the south country; the Hittites, the Amorites, and the Canaanites, the Perizzites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites: 9 The king of Jericho, one; the king of Ai, which is beside Beth-el, one; 10 The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; 11 The king of Jarmuthj one; the king of Lachish, one; 12 The king of Eglon, one; the king of Gezer, one; 13 The king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one ; 14 The king of Hormah, one ; the king of Arad, one; 15 The king of Libnah, one; the king of Adul- lam, one ; 16 The king of Makkedah, one; the king of Beth-el, one; 17 The king of Tappuah, one; the king of Hep- her, one; 18 The king of Aphek, one; the king of Lasha- ron, one; 19 The king of Madon, one; the king of Hazor, one; 20 The king of Shimron-meron, one; the king of Achshaph. one ; 21 The king of Taanach, one ; the king of Megid- do, one; 22 The king of Kedesh, one; the king of Jokneam of Carmel, one; 23 The king of Dor in the coast of Dor, one; the king of the nations of Gilgal, one; 24 The king of Tirzah, one: all the kings thirty and one. CHAPTER XIH. (13) 1 The bounds of the land not yet conquered. 8 The inheritance of the two tribes and half. 14, 33 Tho Lord and his sacrifices are the inheritance of Levi. 15 The bounds of the inheritance of Reuben. 22 Ba- laam slain. 24 The bounds of the inheritance of Gad, 29 and of the half tribe of Manasseh. KOW Joshua was old and stricken in years; and the Lord said unto him, Thou art old and stricken in years, and there remaineth yet very much land to be possessed. 2 This is the land that yet remaineth: all the borders of the Philistines, and all Geshuri, 3 From Sihor, which is before Egypt, even unto the borders of Ekron northward, which is counted to the Canaanite: five lords of the Philistines; the Gazathites, and the Ashdothites, the Eshkalon- ites, the Gittites, and the Ekronites; also the Avites: 4 From the south, all the land of the Canaan- ites, and Mearah that is beside the Sidonians, unto Aphek, to the borders of the Amorites: 5 And the land of the Giblites, and all Leb- anon, toward the sunrising, from Baal-gad under mount Hermon unto the entering into Hamath. 6 All the inhabitants of the hill country from Lebanon unto Misrephoth-maim, and all the Sid- onians, them will I drive out from before the chil- dren of Israel : only divide thou it by lot unto the Israelites for an inheritance, as I have com- manded thee. 7 Now therefore divide this land for an inherit- ance unto the nine tribes, and the half tribe of Manasseh, 8 With whom the Reubenites and the Gadites have received their inheritance, which Moses gave them, beyond Jordan eastward, even as Moses the servant of the Lord gave them; 9 From Aroer, that is upon the bank of the river Arnon, and the city that is in the midst of the river, and all the plain of Medeba unto Dibon ; 10 And all the cities of Sihon king of the Amorites, which reigned in Heshbon, unto the border of the children of Ammon; 11 And Gilead, and the border of the Geshur- ites and Maachathites, and all mount Hermon, and all Bashan unto Salcah; 12 All the kingdom of Og in Bashan, which reigned in Ashtaroth and in Edrei, who remained of the remnant of the giants: for these did Moses smite, and cast them out. 13 Nevertheless the children of Israel expelled not the Geshurites, nor the Maachathites: but the Geshurites and the Maachathites dwell among the Israelites until this day. 14 Cnly unto the tribe of Levi he gave none in- heritance : the sacrifices of the Lord God of Israel made by fire are their inheritance, as he said unto them. 15 And Moses gave unto the tribe of the chil- dren of Reuben inheritance according to their families. 16 And their coast was from Aroer, that is on the bank of the river Arnon, and the city that is in the midst of the river, and all the plain by Medeba ; 178 The inheritance of Reuben. JOSHUA, XIV. (14) Caleb obtaineth Hebron. 17 Heshbon, and all her cities that are in the plain ;Dibon,and Bamoth-baal,and Beth-baalmeon. 18 And Jahaza, and Kedemoth, and Mephaath, 19 And Kirjathaim, and Sibmah, and Zareth- shahar in the mount of the valley, 20 And Beth-peor, and Ashdoth-pisgah, and Beth-jeshimoth, 21 And all the cities of the plain, and all the kingdom of Sihon king of the Amorites, which reigned in Heshbon, whom Moses smote with the princes of Midian, Evi, and Bekem, and Zur, and Hur, and Iteba, which were dukes of Sihon, dwell- ing in the country. 22 Balaam also the son of Beor, the soothsayer, did the children of Israel slay with the sword among them that were slain by them. 23 And the border of the children of Reuben was Jordan, and the border thereof. This was the inheritance of the children of Reuben after their families, the cities and the villages thereof. 24 And Moses gave inheritance unto the tribe of Gad, even unto the children of Gad according to their families. 25 And their coast was Jazer, and all the cities of Gilead, and half the land of the children of Am- nion, unto Aroer that is before Rabbah; 26 And from Heshbon unto Ramath-mizpeh, and Betonim; and from Mahanaim unto the bor- der of Debir; 27 And in the valley, Beth-aram, and Beth- nimrah, and Succoth, and Zaphon, the rest of the kingdom of Sihon king of Heshbon, Jordan and his border, even unto the edge of the sea of Chin- nereth on the other side Jordan eastward. 28 This is the inheritance of the children of Gad after their families, the cities, and their vil- lages. 29 And Moses gave inheritance unto the half tribe of Manasseh: and this was the possession of the half tribe of the children of Manasseh by their families. 30 And their coast was from Mahanaim, all Bashan, all the kingdom of Og king of Bashan, and all the towns of Jair, which are in Bashan, threescore cities: 31 And half Gilead, and Ashtaroth, and Edrei, cities of the kingdom of Og in Bashan, were per- taining unto the children of Machir the son of Manasseh, even to the one half of the children of Machir by their families. 32 These are the oountries whi«m Moses did dis- tribute for inheritance in the plains of Moab, on the other side Jordan, by Jericho, eastward. 33 But unto the tribe of Levi Moses gave not any inheritance: the Lord God of Israel was their inheritance, as he said unto them. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 The nine tribes and a half are to have their inher- itance by lot. 6 Caleb by privilege obtaineth Hebron. AND these are the countries which the chil- dren of Israel inherited in the land of Canaan, which Eleazar the priest, and Joshua the son of Nun, and the heads of the fathers of the tribes of the children of Israel, distributed for in- heritance to them. 2 By lot was their inheritance, as the Lord com- manded by the hand of Moses, for the nine tribes, and for the half tribe. 3 For Moses had given the inheritance of two tribes and an half tribe on the other side Jordan : but unto the Levites he gave none inheritance among them. 4 For the children of Joseph were two tribes, Manasseh and Ephraim: therefore they gave no part unto the Levites in the land, save cities to dwell in, with their suburbs for their cattle and for their substance. 5 As the Lord commanded Moses, so the chil- dren of Israel did, and they divided the land. 6 Then the children of Judah came unto Joshua in Gilgal : and Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite said unto him, Thou knowest the thing that the Lord said unto Moses the man of God concerning me and thee in Kadesh-barnea. 7 Forty years old was I when Moses the servant of the Lord sent me from Kadesh-barnea to espy out the land; and I brought him word again as it was in mine heart. 8 Nevertheless my brethren that went up with me made the heart of the people melt: but I wholly followed the Lord my God. 9 And Moses sware on that day, saying, Surely the land whereon thy feet have trodden shall be thine inheritance, and thy children's for ever, be^ cause thou hast wholly followed the Lord my God. 10 And now, behold, the Lord hath kept me alive, as he said, these forty and five years, even since the Lord spake this word unto Moses, while the children of Israel wandered in the wilderness: and now, lo, I am this day fourscore and five years old. 11 As yet I am as strong this day as I was in the day that Moses sent me : as my strength was then, even so is my strength now, for war, both to go out, and to come in. 12 Now therefore give me this mountain, whereof the Lord spake in that day; for thou heardest in that day how the Anakims were there, and that the cities were great and fenced : if so be the Lord will be with me, then I shall be able to drive them out, as the Lord said. 13 And Joshua blessed him, and gave unto Caleb the son of Jephunneh Hebron for an in- heritance. 14 Hebron therefore became the inheritance of Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite unto this day, because that he wholly followed the Lord God of Israel. 15 And the name of Hebron before was Kir- jath-arba; which Arba was a great man among the Anakims. And the land had rest from war. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 The borders of the lot of Judah. 13 Caleb's portion and conquest. 16 Othniel, for his valour, hath Ach- sah, Caleb's daughter, to wife. IS She obtaineth a blessing of her father. 21 The cities of Judah. 03 The Jebusites not conquered. THIS then was the lot of the tribe of the chil- dren of Judah by their families; even to the 177 t, n The lot of the JOSHUA, XV. (15) tribes of Judah. border of Edom the wilderness of Zin southward was the uttermost part of the south coast. 2 And their south border was from the shore of the salt sea, from the bay that looketh south- ward: 3 And it went out to the south side to Maaleh- acrabbim, and passed along to Zin, and ascended up on the south side unto Kadesh-barnea, and passed along to Hezron, and went, up to Adar, and fetched a compass to Karkaa: 4 From thence it passed toward Azmon, and went out unto the river of Egypt; and the goings out of that coast were at the sea: this shall be your south coast. 5 And the east border was the salt sea, even unto the end of Jordan. And their border in the north quarter was from the bay of the sea at the uttermost part of Jordan: 6 And the border went up to Beth-hogla, and passed along by the north of Beth-arabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben : 7 And the border went up toward Debir from the valley of Achor, and so northward, looking to- ward Gilgal, that is before the going up to Adum- mim, Avhich is on the south side of the river : and the border passed toward the waters of En-she- mesh, and the goings out thereof were at Enrogel : 8 And the border went up by the valley of the son of Uinnom unto the south side of the Jebu- site; the same is Jerusalem: and the border went up to the top of the mountain that lieth before the valley of Hinnom westward, which is at the end of the valley of the giants northward: 9 And the border was drawn from the top of the hill unto the fountain of the water of Neph- toah, and went out to the cities of mount Ephron ; and the border was drawn to Baalah, which 12 Kirjath-jearim: 10 And the border compassed from Baalah westward unto mount Seir, and passed along unto the side of mount Jearim, which is Chesalon, on the north side, and went down to Beth-shemesh, and passed on to Timnah: 11 And the border went out unto the side of Ekron northward: and the border was drawn to Shicron, and passed along to mount Baalah, and went out unto Jabneel; and the goings out of the border were at the sea. 12 And the west border was to the great sea, and the coast thereof. This is the coast of the children of Judah round about according to their families. 13 And unto Caleb the son of Jephunneh he gave a part among the children of Judah, accord- ing to the commandment of the Lord to Joshua, even the city of Arba the father of Anak, which city is Hebron. 14 And Caleb drove thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the chil- dren of Anak. 15 And he went up thence to the inhabitants of Debir: and the name of Debir before was Kirjath- sepher. 16 And Caleb said, He that smiteth Kirjath- sepher, and taketh it, to him will I give Achsah my daughter to wife. 17 And Othniel the son of Kenaz, the brother of Caleb, took it: and he gave him Achsah his daughter to wife. 18 And it came to pass, as she came unto him, that she moved him to ask of her father a field: and she lighted off her ass; and Caleb said unto her, What wouldest thou? 19 Who answered, Give me a blessing; for thou hast given me a south land; give me also springs of water. And he gave her the upper springs, and the nether springs. 20 This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Judah according to their families* 21 And the uttermost cities of the tribe of the children of Judah toward the coast of Edom southward were Kabzeel, and Eder, and Jagur, 22 And Kinah, and Dimonah, and Adadah, 23 And Kedesh, and Hazor, and Ithnan, 24 Ziph, and Telem, and Bealoth, 25 And Hazor, Hadattah, and Kerioth, and Hezron, which is Hazor, 26 Amam, and Shema, and Moladah, 27 And Hazar-gaddah, and Heshmon, and BetE- palet, 28 And Hazar-shual, and Beer-sheba, and Biz- jothjah, 29 Baalah, and lim, and Azem, 30 And Eltolad, and Chesil, and Hormah, 31 And Ziklag, and Madmannah, and San- sannah, 32 And Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Bimmon : all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages: 33 And in the valley, Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah, 34 And Zanoah, and En-gannim, Tappuah, and Enam, 35 Jarmuth, and Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah, 36 And Sharaim, and Adithaim, and Gederah, and Gederothaim; fourteen cities with their vil- lages: 37 Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdalgad, 38 And Dilean, and Mizpeh, and Joktheel, 39 Lachish, and Bozkath, and Eglon, 40 And Cabbon, and Lahmam, and Kithlish, 41 And Gederoth, Beth-dagon, and Naamah, and Makkedah; sixteen cities with their villages: 42 Libnah, and Ether, and Ashan, 43 And Jiphtah, and Ashnah, and Nezib, 44 And Keilah, and Achzib, and Mareshah; nine cities with their villages: 45 Ekron, with her towns and her villages: 46 From Ekron even unto the sea, all that lay near Ashdod, with their villages: 47 Ashdod with her towns and her villages, Gaza with her towns and her villages, unto the river of Egypt, and the great sea, and the border thereof: 48 And in the mountains, Shamir, and Jattir, and Socoh, 178 Lot of the children oj Joseph. JOSHUA, XVI. (16) Lot of Manasseh. 49 And Dannah, and Kirjath-sannah, which, is Debir, 50 And Anab, and Eshtemoh, and Anim, 51 And Goshen, and Holon, and Giloh; eleven cities with their villages: 52 Arab, and Dumah, and Eshean, 53 And Janum, and Beth-tappuah, and Ap- hekah, 54 And Humtah, and Kirjath-arba, which is Hebron, and Zior; nine cities with their villages: 55 Maon, Carmel, and Ziph, and Juttah, 56 And Jezreel, and Jokdeam, and Zanoah, 57 Cain, Gibeah, and Timnah; ten cities with their villages: 58 Halhul, Beth-zur, and Gedor, 59 And Maarath, and Beth-anoth, and Elte- kon; six cities with their villages: 60 Kirjath-baal, which is Kirjath-jearim, and Rabbah; two cities with their villages: 61 In the wilderness, Beth-arabah, Middin, and Secacah, 62 And Nibshan, and the city of Salt, and En- gedi ; six cities with their villages. 63 As for the Jebusites the inhabitants of Jeru- salem, the children of Judah could not drive them out: but the Jebusites dwell with the children of Judah at Jerusalem unto this day . CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 The general borders of the sons of Joseph. 5 The border of the inheritance of Ephraim. 10 The Ca- naanites not conquered. AND the lot of the children of Joseph fell from Jordan by Jericho, unto the water of Jeri- cho on the east, to the wilderness that goeth up from Jericho throughout mount Beth-el, 2 And goeth out from Beth-el to Luz, and passeth along unto the borders of Archi to Ata- roth, 3 And goeth down westward to the coast of Japhleti, unto the coast of Beth-horon the nether, and to Gezer: and the goings out thereof are at the sea, 4 So the children of Joseph, Manasseh and Ephraim, took their inheritance. 5 And the border of the children of Ephraim according to their families was thus : even the bor- der of their inheritance on the east side was Ataroth-addar, unto Beth-horon the upper; 6 And the border went out toward the sea to Michmethah on the north side; and the border went about eastward unto Taanath-shiloh, and passed by it on the east to Janohah; 7 And it went down from Janohah to Ataroth, and to Naarath, and came to Jericho, and went out at Jordan. 8 The border went out from Tappuah westward unto the river Kanah ; and the goings out thereof were at the sea. This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Ephraim by their families. 9 And the separate cities for the children of Ephraim were among the inheritance of the chil- dren of Manasseh, all the cities with their vil- lages. 10 And they drave not out the Canaanites that dwelt in Gezer: but the Canaanites dwell among the Ephraimites unto this day, and serve under tribute. CHAPTER XVII. (17) 1 The lot of Manasseh. 7 His coast. 12 The Canaan- ites not driven out. 14 The children of Joseph ob- tain another lot. THERE was also a lot for the tribe of Manas- seh; for he was the firstborn of Joseph; to wit, for Machir the firstborn of Manasseh, the father of Gilead: because he was a man of war, therefore he had Gilead and Bashan. 2 There was also a lot for the rest of the chil- dren of Manasseh by their families; for the chil- dren of Abiezer, and for the children of Helek, and for the children of Asriel, and for the children of Shechem and for the children of Hepher, and for the children of Shemida: these were the male children of Manasseh the son of Joseph by their families. 3 But Zelophehad, the son of Hepher, the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh, had no sons, but daughters: and these are the names of his daughters, Mahlah, and Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. 4 And they came near before Eleazar the priest, and before Joshua the son of Nun, and be- fore the princes, saying, The Lord commanded Moses to give us an inheritance among our brethren. Therefore according to the command- ment of the Lord he gave them an inheritance* among the brethren of their father. 5 And there fell ten portions to Manasseh, be- side the land of Gilead and Bashan, which were on the other side Jordan; 6 Because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons: and the rest of Manasseh's sons had the land of Gilead. 7 And the coast of Manasseh was from Asher to Michmethah, that lieth before Shechem; and the border went along on the right hand unto the inhabitants of En-tappuah. 8 Now Manasseh had the land of Tappuah: but Tappuah on the border of Manasseh belonged to the children of Ephraim; 9 And the coast descended unto the river Kanah, southward of the river: these cities of Ephraim are among the cities of Manasseh: the coast of Manasseh also was on the north side of the river, and the outgoings of it were at the sea: 10 Southward it was Ephraim's, and northward it was Manasseh's, and the sea is his border; and they met together in Asher on the north, and in Issachar on the east. 11 And Manasseh had in Issachar and in Asher Beth-shean and her towns, and Ibleam and her towns, and the inhabitants of Dor and her towns, and the inhabitants of En-dor and her towns, and the inhabitants of Taanach and her towns, and the inhabitants of Megiddo and her towns, even three countries. 12 Yet the children of Manasseh could not 179 The tabernacle is set up. JOSHUA, XVIII. (18) Joshua divided the land. drive out the inhabitants of those cities; but the Canaanites would dwell in that land. 13 Yet it came to pass, when the children of Israel were waxen strong, that they put the Canaanites to tribute; but did not utterly drive them out. 14 And the children of Joseph spake unto Joshua, saying, Why hast thou given me but one lot and one portion to inherit, seeing I am a great people, forasmuch as the Lord hath blessed me hitherto? 15 And Joshua answered them, If thou be a great people, then get thee up to the wood coun- try, and cut down for thyself there in the land of the Perizzites and of the giants, if mount Ephraim be too narrow for thee. 16 And the children of Joseph said, The hill is not enough for us: and all the Canaanites that dwell in the land of the valley have chariots of iron, both they who are of Beth-shean and her towns, and they who are of the valley of Jezreel. 17 And Joshua spake unto the house of Joseph, even to Ephraim and to Manasseh, saying, Thou art a great people, and hast great power: thou shalt not have one lot only: 18 But the mountain shall be thine; for it is a wood, and thou shalt cut it down: and the outgo- ings of it shall be thine: for thou shalt drive out the Canaanites, though they have iron chariots, and though they be strong. CHAPTER XVHI. (18) 1 The tabernacle is set up at Shiloh. 2 The remainder of the land is described, and divided into seven parts. 10 Joshua divideth it by lot. 11 The lot and border of Benjamin. 21 Their cities. AND the whole congregation of the children of Israel assembled together at Shiloh, and set up the tabernacle of the congregation there. And the land was subdued before them. 2 And there remained among the children of Israel seven tribes, which had not yet received their inheritance. 3 And Joshua said unto the children of Israel, How long are ye slack to go to possess the land, which the Lord God of your fathers hath given you? 4 Give out from among you three men for each tribe: and I will send them, and they shall rise, and go through the land, and describe it accord- ing to the inheritance of them; and they shall come again to me. 5 And they shall divide it into seven parts: Judah shall abide in their coast on the south, and the house of Joseph shall abide in their coasts on the north. 6 Ye shall therefore describe the land into seven parts, and bring the description hither to me, that I may cast lots for you here before the Lord our God. 7 But the Levites have no part among you ; for the priesthood of the Lord is their inheritance: and Gad, and Reuben, and half the tribe of Ma- nasseh, have received their inheritance beyond Jordan on the east, which Moses the servant of the Lord gave them. 8 And the men arose, and went away: and Joshua charged them that went to describe the land, saying, Go and walk through the land, and describe it, and come again to me, that I may here cast lots for you before the Lord in Shiloh. 9 And the men went and passed through the land, and described it by cities into seven parts in a book, and came again to Joshua to the host at Shiloh. 10 And Joshua cast lots for them in Shiloh be- fore the Lord: and there Joshua divided the land unto the children of Israel according to their divisions. 11 And the lot of the tribe of the children of Benjamin came up according to their families: and the coast of their lot came forth between the children of Judah and the children of Joseph. 12 And their border on the north side was from Jordan; and the border went up to the side of Jericho on the north side, and went up through the mountains westward; and the goings out thereof were at the wilderness of Beth-aven. 13 And the border went over from thence to- ward Luz, to the side of Luz, which is Beth-el, southward; and the border descended to Atoroth- adar, near the hill that lieth on the south side of the nether Beth-horon. 14 And the border was drawn thence, and com- passed the corner of the sea southward, from the hill that lieth before Beth-horon southward; and the goings out thereof were at Kirjath-baal, which is Kirjath-jearim, a city of the children of Judah: this was the west quarter. 15 And the south quarter was from the end of Kirjath-jearim, and the border went out on the west, and went out to the well of waters of Nephtoah : 16 And the border came down to the end of the mountain that lieth before the valley of the son of Hinnom, and which is in the valley of the giants on the north, and descended to the valley of Hinnom, to the side of Jebusi on the south, and descended to En-rogel, 17 And was drawn from the north, and went forth to En-shemech, and went forth toward Geli- loth, which is over against the going up of Adum- mim, and descended to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben, 18 And passed along toward the side over against Arabah northward, and went down unto Arabah : 19 And the border passed along to the side of Beth-hogiah northward: and the outgoings of the border were at the north bay of the salt sea at the south end of Jordan : this was the south coast. 20 And Jordan was the border of it on the east side. This was the inheritance of the children of Benjamin, by the coasts thereof round about, ac- cording to their families. 21 Now the cities of the tribe of the children of Benjamin according to their families were Jeri- cho, and Beth-hoglah, and the valley of Keziz, 180 The inlieritance of JOSHUA, XIX, (19) the children of Israel. 22 And Beth-arabah, and Zemaraim, and Beth-el, 23 And Avim, and Parah, and Ophrah, 24 And Chephar-haammonai, and Ophni, and Gaba; twelve cities with their villages: 25 Gibeon, and Ramah, and Beeroth, 26 And Mizpeh, and Chephirah, and Mozah, 27 And Rekem, and Irpeel, and Taralah, 28 And Zelah, Eleph, and Jebusi, which is Jerusalem, Gibeath, and Kirjath; fourteen cities with their villages. This is the inheritance of the children of Benjamin according to their families. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 The lot of Simeon, 10 of Zebulun, 17 of Issachar, 21 of Asher, 32 of Naphtali, 40 of Dan. 49 The children of Israel give an inheritance to Joshua. AXD the second lot came forth to Simeon, even for the tribe of the children of Simeon according to their families : and their inheritance was within the inheritance of the children of Ju- dah. 2 And they had in their inheritance Beer-sheba, and Sheba, and Moladah, 3 And Hazar-shual, and Balah, and Azem, 4 And Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah, 5 And Ziklag, and Beth-marcaboth, and Hazar- susah, 6 And Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities and their villages: 7 Ain, Remmon, and Ether, and Ashan; four cities and their villages: 8 And all the villages that were round about these cities to Baalath-beer, Ramath of the south. This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Simeon according to their families. 9 Out of the portion of the children of Judah was the inheritance of the children of Simeon: for the part of the children of Judah was too much for them: therefore the children of Simeon had their inheritance within the inheritance of them. 10 And the third lot came up for the children of Zebulun according to their families: and the border of their inheritance was unto Sarid. 11 And their border went up toward the sea, and Maralah, and reached to Dabbasheth, and reached to the river that is before Jokneam ; 12 And turned from Sarid eastward toward the sunrising unto the border of Chisloth-tabor, and then goeth out to Daberath, and goeth up to Japhia, 13 And from thence passeth on along on the east to Gittah-hepher, to Ittah-kazin, and goeth out to Remmon -methoar to Xeah ; 14 And the border compasseth it on the north side to Hannathon: and the outgoings thereof are in the valley of Jiphthah-el: 15 And Kattath, and Xahallal, and Shimron, and Idalah, and Beth-lehem: twelve cities with their villages. 16 This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages. 17 And the fourth lot came out to Issachar, for the children of Issachar according to their fami- lies. 18 And their border was toward Jezreel, and Chesulloth, and Shunem, 19 And Haphraim, and Shihon, and Anaharath, 20 And Rabbith, and Kishion, and Abez, 21 And Remeth, and En-gannim, and En-had- dah, and Beth-pazzez; 22 And the coast reacheth to Tabor, and Sha- hazimah, and Beth-shemesh ; and the outgoings of their border were at Jordan: sixteen cities with their villages. 23 This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Issachar according to their families, the cities and their villages. 24 And the fifth lot came out for the tribe of the children of Asher according to their families. 25 And their border was Helkath, and Hali, and Beten, and Achshaph, 26 And Alammelech, and Amad, and Misheal; and reacheth to Carmel westward, and to Shihor- libnath; 27 And turneth toward the sunrising to Beth- dagon, and reacheth to Zebulun, and to the valley of Jiphthah-el toward the north side of Beth- emek, aud Neiel, and goeth out to Cabul on the left hand, 28 And Hebron, and Rehob, and Hammon, and Kanah, even unto great Zidon; 29 And then the coast turneth to Ramah, and to the strong city Tyre; and the coast turneth to Hosah; and the outgoings thereof are at the sea from the coast to Achzib: 30 Ummah also, and Aphek, and Rehob: twenty and two cities with their villages. 31 This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Asher according to their families, these cities with their villages. 32 The sixth lot came out to the children of Xaphtali, even for the children of Xaphtali ac- cording to their families. 33 And their coast was from Heleph, from Al- lon to Zaanannim, and Adami, Nekeb, and Jab- neel, unto Lakum ; and the outgoings thereof were at Jordan : 34 And then the coast turneth westward to Aznoth-tabor, and goeth out from thence to Huk- kok, and reacheth to Zebulun on the south side, and reacheth to Asher on the west side, and to Judah upon Jordan toward the sunrising. 35 And the fenced cities are Ziddim, Zer, and Hammath, Rakkath, and Chinnereth, 36 And Adamah, and Ramah, and Hazor, 37 And Kedesh, and Edrei, and Enhazor, 38 And Iron, and Migdal-el, Horem, and Beth- anath, and Beth-shemesh; nineteen cities with their villages. 39 This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Naphtali according to their families, the cities and their villages. 40 And the seventh lot came out for the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families. 41 And the coast of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir-shemesh, 42 And Shaalabbin, and Ajalon, and Jethlah, 181 Cities of refuge appointed. JOSHUA, XX. (20) Cities given to Levites. 43 And Elon, and Thimnathah, and Ekron, 44 And Eltekeh, and Gibbethon, and Baalath, 45 And Jehud, and Bene-berak, and Gath-rim- mon, 46 And Me-jarkon, and Rakkon, with the bor- der before Japho. 47 And the coast of the children of Dan went out too little for them: therefore the children of Dan went up to fight against Leshem, and took it, and smote it with the edge of the sword, and possessed it, and dwelt therein, and called Leshem, Dan, after the name of Dan their father. 48 This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families, these cities with their villages. 49 When they had made an end of dividing the land for inheritance by their coasts, the children of Israel gave an inheritance to Joshua the son of Nun among them: 50 According to the word of the Lord they gave him the city which he asked, even Timnath-serah in mount Ephraim: and he built the city, and dwelt therein. 51 These are the inheritances, which Eleazar the priest, and Joshua the son of Nun, and the heads of the fathers of the tribes of the children of Israel, divided for an inheritance by lot in Shi- loh before the Lord, at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. So they made an end of di- viding the country. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 God commandeth, 7 and the children of Israel appoint the six cities of refuge. THE Lord also spake unto Joshua, saying, 2 Speak to the children of Israel, saying, Appoint out for you cities of refuge, whereof I spake unto you by the hand of Moses : 3 That the slayer that killeth any person un- awares and unwittingly may flee thither: and they shall be your refuge from the avenger of blood. 4 And when he that doth flee unto one of those cities shall stand at the entering of the gate of the city, and shall declare his cause in the ears of the elders of that city, they shall take him into the city unto them, and give him a place, that he may dwell among them. 5 And if the avenger of blood pursue after him, then they shall not deliver the slayer up into his hand ; because he smote his neighbour unwitting- ly, and hated him not beforetime. 6 And he shall dwell in that city, until he stand before the congregation for judgment, and until the death of the high priest that shall be in those days: then shall the slayer return, and come unto his own city, and unto his own house, unto the city from whence he fled. 7 And they appointed Kedesh in Galilee in mount Naphtali, and Shechem in mount Ephraim, and Kirjath-arba, which is Hebron, in the moun- tain of Judah. 8 And on the other side Jordan by Jericho east- ward, they assigned Bezer in the wilderness upon the plain out of the tribe of Reuben, and Ramoth in Gilead out of the tribe of Gad, and Golan in Bashan out of the tribe of Manasseh. 9 These were the cities appointed for all the children of Israel, and for the stranger that so- journeth among them, that whosoever killeth any person at unawares might flee thither, and not die by the hand of the avenger of blood, until he stood before the congregation. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 Eight and forty cities given by lot, out of the other tribes, unto the Levites. 43 God gave the land, and rest unto the Israelites, according to his promise. THEN came near the heafds of the fathers of the Levites unto Eleazar the priest, and unto Joshua the son of Nun, and unto the heads of the fathers of the tribes of the children of Is- rael; 2 And they spake unto them at Shiloh in the land of Canaan, saying, The Lord commanded by the hand of Moses to give us cities to dwell in, with the suburbs thereof for our cattle. 3 And the children of Israel gave unto the Le- vites out of their inheritance, at the command- ment of the Lord, these cities and their suburbs. 4 And the lot came out for the families of the Kohathites: and the children of Aaron the priest, which were of the Levites, had by lot out of the tribe of Judah, and out of the tribe of Simeon, and out of the tribe of Benjamin, thirteen cities. 5 And the rest of the children of Kohath had by lot out of the families of the tribe of Ephraim, and out of the tribe of Dan, and out of the half tribe of Manasseh, ten cities. 6 And the children of Gershon had by lot out of the families of the tribe of Issachar, and out of the tribe of Asher, and out of the tribe of Naph- tali, and out of the half tribe of Manasseh in Bashan, thirteen cities. 7 The children of Merari by their families had out of the tribe of Reuben, and out of the tribe of Gad, and out of the tribe of Zebulun, twelve cities. 8 And the children of Israel gave by lot unto the Levites these cities with their suburbs, as the Lord commanded by the hand of Moses. 9 And they gave out of the tribe of the children of Judah, and out of the tribe of the children of Simeon, these cities which are here mentioned by name, 10 Which the children of Aaron, being of the families of the Kohathites, who were of the chil- dren of Levi, had : for their's was the first lot. 11 And they gave them the city of Arba the father of Anak, which city is Hebron, in the hill country of Judah, with the suburbs thereof round about it. 12 But the fields of the city, and the villages thereof, gave they to Caleb the son of Jephunneh for his possession. 13 Thus they gave to the children of Aaron the priest Hebron with her suburbs, to be a city of refuge for the slayer; and Libnah with Tier suburbs^ 182 Cities given to the Levites, JOSHUA, XXII. (22) The two tribes and half return. 14 And Jattir with her suburbs, and Eshtemoa with her suburbs, 15 And Holon with her suburbs, and Debir with her suburbs, 16 And Ain with her suburbs, and Juttah with her suburbs, and Beth-shemesh with her suburbs; nine cities out of those two tribes. 17 And out of the tribe of Benjamin, Gibeon with her suburbs, G-eba with her suburbs, 18 Anathoth with her suburbs, and Almon with her suburbs-; four cities. 19 All the cities of the children of Aaron, the priests, were thirteen cities with their suburbs. 20 And the families of the children of Kohath, the Levites which remained of the children of Ko- hath, even they had the cities of their lot out of the tribe of Ephraim. 21 For they gave them Shechem with her suburbs in mount Ephraim, to be a city of refuge for the slayer ; and Gezer with her suburbs, 22 And Kibzaim with her suburbs, and Beth- horon with her suburbs ; four cities. 23 And out of the tribe of Dan, Eltekeh with her suburbs, Gibbethon with her suburbs, 24 Aijalon with her suburbs, Gath-rimmon with her suburbs; four cities. 25 And out of the half tribe of Manasseh, Tanach with her suburbs, and Gath-rimmon with her suburbs; two cities. 26 All the cities were ten with their suburbs for the families of the children of Kohath that re- mained. 27 And unto the children of Gershon, of the families of the Levites, out of the other half tribe of Manasseh they gave Golan in Bashan with her suburbs, to be a city of refuge for the slayer; and Beesh-terah with her suburbs; two cities. 28 And out of the tribe of Issachar, Kishon with her suburbs, Dabareh with her suburbs, 29 Jarmuth with her suburbs, En-gannim with her suburbs; four cities. 30 And out of the tribe of Asher, Mishal with her suburbs, Abdon with her suburbs, 31 Helkath with her suburbs, and Kehob with her suburbs; four cities. 32 And out of the tribe of Naphtali, Kedesh in Galilee with her suburbs, to be a city of refuge for the slayer; and Hammoth-dor with her suburbs, and Kartan with her suburbs ; three cities. 33 All the cities of the Gershonites according to their families were thirteen cities with their suburbs. 34 And unto the families of the children of Merari, the rest of the Levites, out of the tribe of Zebulun, Jokneam with her suburbs, and Kartah with her suburbs, 35 Dimnah with her suburbs, Nahalal with her suburbs; four cities. 36 And out of the tribe of Reuben, Bezer with her suburbs, and Jahazah with her suburbs, 37 Kedemoth with her suburbs, and Mephaath with her suburbs; four cities. 38 And out of the tribe of Gad, Ramoth in Gi- lead with her suburbs, to be a city of refuge for the slayer; and Mahanaim with her suburbs, 39 Heshbon with her suburbs, Jazer with her suburbs; four cities in all. 40 So all the cities for the children of Merari by their families, which were remaining of the families of the Levites, were by their lot twelve cities. 41 All the cities of the Levites within the pos- session of the children of Israel were forty and eight cities with their suburbs. 42 These cities were every one with their suburbs round about them: thus were all these cities. 43 And the Lord gave unto Israel all the land which he sware to give unto their fathers; and they possessed it, and dwelt therein. 44 And the Lord gave them rest round about, according to all that he sware unto their fathers: and there stood not a man of all their enemies be- fore them; the Lord delivered all their enemies into their hand. 45 There failed not ought of any good thing which the Lord had spoken unto the house of Is- rael; all came to pass. CHAPTER XXH. (22) 1 The two tribes and half with a blessing are sent home. 10 They build the altar of testimony in their journey. 11 The Israelites are offended thereat. 21 They give them good satisfaction. THEN Joshua called the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh, 2 And said unto them, Ye have kept all that Moses the servant of the Lord commanded you, and have obeyed my voice in all that I com- manded you: 3 Ye have not left your brethren these many days unto this day, but have kept the charge of the commandment of the Lord your God. 4 And now the Lord your God hath given rest unto your brethren, as he promised them: there- fore now return ye, and get you unto your tents, and unto the land of your possession, which Moses the servant of the Lord gave you on the other side Jordan. 5 But take diligent heed to do the command- ment and the law, which Moses the servant of the Lord charged you, to love the Lord your God, and to walk in all his ways, and to keep his com- mandments, and to cleave unto him, and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul. 6 So Joshua blessed them, and sent them away: and they went unto their tents. 7 Now to the one half of the tribe of Manasseh Moses had given possession in Bashan: but unto the other half thereof gave Joshua among their brethren on this side Jordan westward. And when Joshua sent them away also unto their tents, then he blessed them, 8 And he spake unto them, saying, Return with much riches unto your tents, and with very much cattle, with silver, and with gold, and with brass, and with iron, and with very much rai ment : divide the spoil cf your enemies with your brethren. 9 And the children of Reuben and the children 183 Altar of testimony built. JOSHUA, XXII. (22) 1'he two tribes and haf justify conduct. of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh returned, and departed from the children of Israel out of Shiloh, which is in the land of Canaan, to go unto the country of Gilead, to the land of their posses- sion, whereof they were possessed, according to the word of the Lord by the hand of Moses. 10 And when they came unto the borders of Jordan, that are in the land of Canaan, the chil- dren of Keuben and the children of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh built there an altar by Jordan, a great altar to see to. 11 And the children of Israel heard say, Be- hold, the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh have built an altar over against the land of Canaan in the bor- ders of Jordan, at the passage of the children of Israel. 12 And when the children of Israel heard of it, the whole congregation of the children of Israel gathered themselves together at Shiloh, to go up to war against them. 13 And the children of Israel sent unto "the chil- dren of Reuben, and to the children of Gad, and to the half tribe of Manasseh, into the land of Gi- lead, Phinehas the son of Eleazar the priest, 14 And with him ten princes, of each chief house a prince throughout all the tribes of Israel ; and each one was an head of the house of their fathers among the thousands of Israel. 15 And they came unto the children of Reu- ben, and to the children of Gad, and to the half tribe of Manasseh, unto the land of Gilead, and they spake with them, saying, 16 Thus saith the whole congregation of the Lord, What trespass is this that ye have com- mitted against the God of Israel, to turn away this day from following the Lord, in that ye have builded you an altar, that ye might rebel this day against the Lord? 17 Is the iniquity of Peor too little for us, from which we are not cleansed until this day, al- though there was a plague in the congregation of the Lord, 18 But that ye must turn away this day from following the Lord? and it will be, seeing ye rebel to day against the Lord, that to morrow he will be wroth with the whole congregation of Israel. 19 Notwithstanding, if the land of your pos- session be unclean, then pass ye over unto the land of the possession of the Lord, wherein the Lord's tabernacle dwelleth, and take possession among us : but rebel not against the Lord, nor re- bel against us, in building you an altar beside the altar of the Lord our God. 20 Did not Achan the. son of Zerah commit a trespass in the accursed thing, and wrath fell on all the congregation of Israel? and that man per- ished not alone in his iniquity. 21 Then the children of Reuben and the chil- dren of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh answered, and said unto the heads of the thous- ands of Israel, 22 The Lord God of gods, the Lord God of gods, he knoweth, and Israel he shall know ; if it be in rebellion, or if in transgression against the Lord, (save us not this day,) 23 That we have built us an altar to turn from following the Lord, or if to offer thereon burnt of- fering or meat offering, or if to offer peace offer- ings thereon, let the Lord himself require it; 24 And if we have not rather done it for fear of this thing, saying, In time to come your children might speak unto our children, saying, "What have ye to do with the Lord God of Israel? 25 For the Lord hath made Jordan a border be- tween us and you, ye children of Reuben and chil- dren of Gad; ye have no part in the Lord: so shall your children make our children cease from fear- ing the Lord. 26 Therefore we said, Let us now prepare to build us an altar, i^ot for burnt offering, nor for sacrifice: 27 But that it may be a witness between us, and you, and our generations after us, that we might do the service of the Lord before him with our burnt offerings, and with our sacrifices, and with our peace offerings; that your children may not say to our children in time to come, Ye have no part in the Lord. 28 Therefore said we, that it shall be, when they should so say to us or to our generations in time to come, that we may say again, Behold the pattern of the altar of the Lord, which our fathers made, not for burnt offerings, nor for sacrifices; but it is a witness between us and you. 29 God forbid that we should rebel against the Lord, and turn this day from following the Lord, to build au altar for burnt offerings, for meat of- ferings, or for sacrifices, beside the altar of the Lord our God that is before his tabernacle. 30 And when Phinehas the priest, and the princes of the congregation and heads of the thousands of Israel which were with him, heard the words that the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the children of Manasseh spake, it pleased them. 31 And Phinehas the son of Eleazar the priest said unto the children of Reuben, and to the chil dren of Gad, and to the children of Manasseh, This day we perceive that the Lord is among us. because ye have not committed this trespass against the Lord : now ye have delivered the chil- dren of Israel out of the hand of the Lord. 32 And Phinehas the son of Eleazar the priest, and the princes, returned from the children of Reuben, and from the children of Gad, out of the land of Gilead, unto the land of Canaan, to the children of Israel, and brought them word again. 33 And the thing pleased the children of Is- rael ; and the children of Israel blessed God, and did not intend to go up against them in battle, to destroy the land wherein the children of Reuben and Gad dwelt. 34 And the children of Reuben and the chil- dren of Gad called the altar Ed: for it shall be a witness between us that the Lord is God. 184 ■2,7< Joshua's exhortation. JOSHUA, XXIII. (23) He assembleth the tribes at Shechern. I CHAPTER XXHL (23) 1 Joshua's exhortation before his death, 3 by former benefits, 5 by promises, 11 and by threatenings. AND it came to pass a long time after that the Lord had given rest unto Israel from all their enemies round about, that Joshua waxed old and stricken in age. 2 And Joshua called for all Israel, and for their elders, and for their heads, and for their judges, and for their officers, and said unto them, I am old and stricken in age : 3 And ye have seen all that the Lord your God hath done unto all these nations because of you; for the Lord your God is he that hath fought for you. 4 Behold, I have divided unto you by lot these nations that remain, to be an inheritance for your tribes, from Jordan, with all the nations that I have cut off, even unto the great sea westward. 5 And the Lord your* God, he shall expel them from before you, and drive them from out of your sight ; and ye shall possess their land, as the Lord your God hath promised unto you. 6 Be ye therefore very courageous to keep and to do all that is written in the book of the law of Moses, that ye turn not aside therefrom to the right hand or to the left; 7 That ye come not among these nations, these that remain among you ; neither make mention of the name of their gods, nor cause to swear by them, neither serve them, nor bow yourselves unto them: 8 But cleave unto the Lord your God, as ye have done unto this day. 9 For the Lord hath driven out from before you great nations and strong: but as for you, no man hath been able to stand before you unto this day. 10 One man of you shall chase a thousand: for the Lord your God, he it is that flghteth for you, as he hath promised you. 11 Take good heed therefore unto yourselves, that ye love the Lord your God. 12 Else if ye do in any wise go back, and cleave unto the remnant of these nations, even these that remain among you, and shall make marriages with them, and go in unto them, and they to you: 13 Know for a certainty that the Lord your God will no more drive out any of these nations from before you; but they shall be snares and traps unto you, and scourges in your sides, and thorns in your eyes, until ye perish from off this good land which the Lord your God hath given you. 14 And, behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth: and ye know in all your hearts and in all your souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the Lord your God spake concerning you; all are come to pass unto you, and not one thing hath failed thereof. 15 Therefore it shall come to pass, that as all good things are come upon you, which the Lord your God promised you; so shall the Lord bring upon you all evil things, until he have destroyed you from off this good land which the Lord your God hath given you. 16 When ye have transgressed the covenant of the Lord your God, which he commanded you, and have gone and served other gods, and bowed your- selves to them; then shall the anger of the Lord be kindled against you, and ye shall perish quick- ly from off the good land which he hath given unto you. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) 1 Joshua assembleth the tribes at Shechern. 2 A brief history of God's benefits from Terah. 14 He re- neweth the covenant between them and God. 26 A stone the witness of the covenant. 29 Joshua's age. death, and burial. 32 Joseph's bones are buried. 33 Eleazar dieth. AND Joshua gathered all the tribes of Israel to Shechern, and called for the elders of Is- rael, and for their heads, and for their judgeB, and for their officers; and they presented them- selves before God. 2 And Joshua said unto all the people, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Your fathers dwelt on the other side of the flood in old time, even Terah, the father of Abraham, and the father of Nachor : and they served other gods. 3 And I took your father Abraham from the other side of the flood, and led him throughout all the land of Canaan, and multiplied his seed, and gave him Isaac. 4 And I gave unto Isaac Jacob and Esau: and I gave unto Esau mount Seir, to possess it; but Jacob and his children went down into Egypt. 5 I sent Moses also and Aaron, and I plagued Egypt, according to that which I did among them: and afterward I brought you out. 6 And I brought your fathers out of Egypt: and ye came unto the sea; and the Egyptians pursued after your fathers with chariots and horsemen unto the Red sea. 7 And when they cried unto the Lord, he put darkness between you and the Egyptians, and brought the sea upon them, and covered them; and your eyes have seen what I have done in Egypt: and ye dwelt in the wilderness a long season. 8 And I brought you into the land of the Amor- ites, which dwelt on the other side Jordan; and they fought with you : and I gave them into your hand, that ye might possess their land; and I de- stroyed them from before you. 9 Then Balak the son of Zippor, king of Moab, arose and warred against Israel, and sent and called Balaam the son of Beor to curse you: 10 But I would not hearken unto Balaam; therefore he blessed you still: so I delivered you out of his hand. 11 And ye went over Jordan, and came unto Jericho: and the men of Jericho fought against you, the Amorites, and the Perizzites, and the Canaanites, and the Hittites, and the Girgashites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites; and I delivered them into your hand. 12 And I sent the hornet before you, which 185 Judah and Simeon JUDGES, I. (1) fight against the Canaanites. drave them out from before you, even the two kings of the Amorites; but not with thy sword, nor with thy bow. 13 And I have given you a land for which ye did not labour, and cities which ye built not, and ye dwell in them; of the vineyards and oliveyards which ye planted not do ye eat. 14 Now therefore fear the Lord, and serve him in sincerity and in truth: and put away the gods which your fathers served on the other side of the flood, and in Egypt; and serve ye the Lord. 15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. 16 And the people answered and said, God for- bid that- we should forsake the Lord, to serve other gods; 17 For the Lord our God, he it is that brought us up and our fathers out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage, and which did those great signs in our sight, and preserved us in all the way wherein we went, and among all the people through whom we passed: 18 And the Lord drave out from before us all the people, even the Amorites which dwelt in the land:. therefore will we also serve the Lord; for he is our God. 19 And Joshua said unto the people, Ye cannot serve the Lord: for he is an holy God; he is a jealous God; he will not forgive your transgres- sions nor your sins. 20 If ye forsake the Lord, and serve strange gods, then he will turn and do you hurt, and con- sume you, after that he hath done you good. 21 And the people said unto Joshua, Nay; but we will serve the Lord. 22 And Joshua said unto the people, Ye are witnesses against yourselves that ye have chosen you the Lord, to serve him. And they said, We are witnesses. 23 Now therefore put away, said he, the strange gods which are among you, and incline your heart unto the Lord God of Israel. 24 And the people said unto Joshua, The Lord our God will we serve, and his voice will we obey. 25 So Joshua made a covenant with the peo- ple that day, and set them a statute and an or- dinance in Shechem. 26 And Joshua wrote these words in the book of the law of God, and took a great stone, and set it up there under an oak, that was by the sanctu- ary of the Lord. 27 And Joshua said unto all the people, Behold, this stone shall be a witness unto us; for it hath heard all the words of the Lord which he spake unto us : it shall be therefore a witness unto you, lest ye deny your God. 28 So Joshua let the people depart, every man unto his inheritance. 29 And it came to pass after these things, that Joshua the son of Nun, the servant of the Lord, died, being an hundred and ten years old. 30 And they buried him in the border of his in- heritance in Timnath-serah, which is in mount Ephraim, on the north side of the hill of Gaash. 31 And Israel served the Lord all the days of Joshua, and all the days of the elders that over- lived Joshua, and which had known all the works of the Lord, that he had done for Israel. 32 And the bones of Joseph, which the children of Israel brought up out of Egypt, buried they in Shechem, in a parcel of ground which Jacob bought of the sons of Hamor the father of She- chem for an hundred pieces of silver: and it be- came the inheritance of the children of Joseph. 33 And Eleazar the son of Aaron died; and they buried him in a hill that pertained to Phinehas his son, which was given him in mount Ephraim. THE Book Of Judges. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The acts of Judah and Simeon. 4 Adoni-bezek justly requited. 8 Jerusalem taken. 10 Hebron taken, li Othniel hath Achsah to wife for taking of Debir. 16 The Kenites dwell in Judah. 17 Bormah, 'Jaza, Askelon and Ekron taken. 21 The acts of Benjamin. 22 Of the house of Joseph, who take Beth-el. 30 Of Zebulun. 31 Of Asher. 33 Of Naphtali. 34 of Dan. "TVTOW after the death of Joshua it came to < JLlI pass, that the children of Israel asked the Lord, saying, Who shall go up for us against the Canaanites first, to fight against them? 2 And the Lord said, Judah shall go up: be- hold, I have delivered the land into his hand. 3 And Judah said unto Simeon his brother, Come up with me into my lot, that we may fight against the Canaanites; and I likewise will go with thee into thy lot. So Simeon went with him. 4 And Judah went up; and the Lord delivered the Canaanites and the Perizzites into their hand : and they slew of them in Bezek ten thousand men. 5 And they found Adoni-bezek in Bezek: and they fought against him, and they slew the Ca- naanites and the Perizzites. 6 But Adoni-bezek fled; and they pursued after him, and caught him, and cut off his thumbs and his great toes. 7 And Adoni-bezek said, Threescore and ten ! 186 Jerusalem taken. JUDGES II. (2) The people rebuked at Bochirn. kings having their thumbs and their great toes cut oft", gathered their meat under my table: as I have done, so God hath requited me. And they brought him to Jerusalem, and there he died. 8 Now the children of Judah had fought against Jerusalem, and had taken it, and smitten it with the edge of the sword, and set the city on fire. 9 And afterward the children of Judah went down to fight against the Canaanites, that dwelt in the mountain, and in the south, and in the valley. 10 And Judah went against the Canaanites that dwelt in Hebron: (now the name of Hebron before was Kirjath-arba:) and they slew Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai. 11 And from thence he went against the in- habitants of Debir: and the name of Debir before was Kirjath-sepher: 12 And Caleb said, He that smiteth Kirjath- sepher, and taketh it, to him will I give Achsah my daughter to wife. 13 And Othniel the son of Kenaz, Caleb's younger brother, took it: and he gave him Achsah his daughter to wife. 14 And it came to pass, when she came to him, that she moved him to ask of her father a field: and she lighted from off her ass; and Caleb said unto her, What wilt thou? 15 And she said unto him, Give me a blessing: for thou hast given me a south land; give me also springs of water. And Caleb gave her the upper springs and the nether springs. 16 And the children of the Kenite, Moses' father in law, went up out of the city of palm trees with the children of Judah into the wilder- ness of Judah, which lieth in the south of Arad ; and they went and dwelt among the people. 17 And Judah went with Simeon his brother, and they slew the Canaanites that inhabited Zephath, and utterly destroyed it. And the name of the city was called Hormah. 18 Also Judah took Gaza with the coast there- of, and Askelon with the coast thereof, and Ekron with the coast thereof. 19 And the Lord was with Judah ; and he drave out the inhabitants of the mountain; but could not drive out the inhabitants of the valley, be- cause they had chariots of iron. 20 And they gave Hebron unto Caleb, as Moses said: and he expelled thence the three sons of Anak. 21 And the children of Benjamin did not drive out the Jebusites that inhabited Jerusalem; but the Jebusites dwell with 1he children of Benja- min in Jerusalem unto this day. 22 And the house of Joseph, they also went up against Beth-el : and the Lord was with them. 23 And the house of Joseph sent to descry Beth-el. (Now the name of the city before was Luz.) 24 ^ And the spies saw a man come forth out of the city, and they said unto him, Shew us, we pray thee, the entrance into the city, and we will shew thee mercy. 25 And when he shewed them the entrance into the city, they smote the city with the edge of the sword; but they let go the man and all his family. 26 And the man went into the land of the Hit- tites, and built a city, and called the name there- of Luz: which is the name thereof unto this day. 27 Neither did Manasseh drive out the inhabit- ants of Beth-shean and her towns, nor Taanach and her towns, nor the inhabitants of Dor and her towns, nor the inhabitants of Ibleam and her towns, nor the inhabitants of Megiddo and her towns: but the Canaanites would dwell in that land. 28 And it came to pass, when, Israel was strong, that they put the Canaanites to tribute, and did not utterly drive them out. 29 Neither did Ephraim drive out the Canaan- ites that dwelt in Gezer; but the Canaanites dwelt in Gezer among them. 30 Neither did Zebulun drive out the inhabit- ants of Kitron, nor the inhabitants of Nahalol; but the Canaanites dwelt among them, and be- came tributaries. 31 Neither did Asher drive out the inhabitants of Accho, nor the inhabitants of Zidon, nor of Ah- lab, nor of Achzib, nor of Helbah, nor of Aphik, nor of Rehob: 32 But the Asherites dwelt among the Canaan- ites, the inhabitants of the land: for they did not drive them out. 33 Neither did Naphtali drive out the inhabit- ants of Beth-shemesh, nor the inhabitants of Beth- anath; but he dwelt among the Canaanites, the inhabitants of the land: nevertheless the inhabit- ants of Beth-shemesh and of Beth-anath became tributaries unto them. 34 And the Amorites forced the children of Dan into the mountain : for they would not suffer them to come down to the valley: 35 But the Amorites would dwell in mount Heres in Aijalon, and in Shaalbim: yet the hand of the house of Joseph prevailed, so that they be- came tributaries. 36 And the coast of the Amorites was from the going up to Akrabbim, from the rock, and .upward. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 An angel rebuketh the people at Boehin. (5 The wick- edness of the new generation after Joshua. 14 God's anger and pity towards them. 20 The Canaanites are left to prove Israel. AND an angel of the Lord came up from Gil- gal to Bochim, and said, I made you to go up out of Egypt, and have brought you unto the land which I sware unto your fathers; and I said, I will never break my covenant with you. 2 And ye shall make no league with the in- habitants of this land ; ye shall throw down their altars: but ye have not obeyed my voice: why have ye done this? 3 Wherefore I also said, I will not drive them out from before you ; but they shall be as thorns 187 -*1 God's pity toward Israel. JUDGES, III. (3) Othniel delivereth Israel. in your sides, and their gods shall be a snare unto you. 4 And it eame to pass, when the angel of the Lord spake these words unto all the children of Israel, that the people lifted up their voice and wept. 5 And they called the name of that place Bochim: and they sacrificed there unto the Lord. 6 And when Joshua had let the people go, the children of Israel went every, man unto his in- heritance to possess the land. 7 And the people served the Lord all the days of Joshua, and all the days of the elders that out- lived Joshua, who had seen all the great works of the Lord, that he did for Israel. 8 And Joshua the son of Nun, the servant of the Lord, died, being an hundred and ten years old. 9 And they buried him in the border of his in- heritance in Timnath-heres, in the mount of Ephraim, on the north side of the hill Gaash. 10 And also all that generation were gathered unto their fathers: and there arose another gen- eration after them, which knew not the Lord, nor yet the works which he had done for Israel. 11 And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord, and served Baalim: 12 And they forsook the Lord God of their fathers, which brought them out of the land of Egypt, and followed other gods, of the gods of the people that were round about them, and bowed themselves unto them, and provoked the Lord to anger. 13 And they forsook the Lord, and served Baal and Ashtaroth. 14 And the anger of the Lord was hot against Israel, and he delivered them into the hands of spoilers that spoiled them, and he sold them into the hands of their enemies round about, so that they could not any longer stand before their enemies. 15 Whithersoever they went out, the hand of the Lord was against them for evil, as the Lord had said, and as the Lord had sworn unto them: and they were greatly distressed. 16 Nevertheless the Lord raised up judges, which delivered them out of the hand of those that spoiled them. 17 And yet they would not hearken unto their judges, but they went a whoring after other gods, and bowed themselves unto them: they turned quickly out of the way which their fathers walked in, obeying the commandments of the Lord; but they did not so. 18 And when the Lord raised them up judges, then the Lord was with the judge, and delivered them out of the hand of their enemies all the days of the judge: for it repented the Lord because of flieir groanings by reason of them that oppressed them and vexed them. 19 And it came to pass, when the judge was dead, that they returned, and corrupted them- selves more than their fathers, in following other gods to serve them, and to bow down unto them ; they ceased not from their own doings, nor from their stubborn way. 20 And the anger of the Lord was hot against Israel ; and he said, Because that this people hath transgressed my covenant which I commanded their fathers, and have not hearkened unto my voice ; 21 I also will not henceforth drive out any from before them of the nations which Joshua left when he died : 22 That through them I may prove Israel, whether they will keep the way of the Lord to walk therein, as their fathers did keep it, or not. 23 Therefore the Lord left those nations, with- out driving them out hastily ; neither delivered he them into the hand of Joshua CHAPTER III. (3) 1 The nations which were left to prove Israel. 6 By communion with them they commit idolatry. 8 Oth- niel delivereth them from Chushanrishathaim. 12 Ehud from Eglon. 31 Shamgar from the Philistines. "iyj"OW these are the nations which the Lord -Lll left, to prove Israel by them, even as many of Israel as had not known all the wars of Canaan ; 2 Only that the generations of the children of Israel might know, to teach them war, at the least such as before knew nothing thereof; 3 Namely, five lords of the Philistines, and all the Canaanites, and the Sidonians> and the Hivites that dwelt in mount Lebanon, from mount Baal-hermon unto the entering in of Hamath. 4 And they were to prove Israel by them, to know whether they would hearken unto the com- mandments of the Lord, which he commanded their fathers by the hand of Moses. 5 And the children of Israel dwelt among the Canaanites, Hittites, and Amorites, and Periz- zites, and Hivites, and Jebusites:: 6 And they took their daughters to be their wives, and gave their daughters to their sons, and served their gods. 7 And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord, and forgat the Lord their God, and served Baalim, and the groves. 8 Therefore the anger of the Lord was hot against Israel, and he sold them into the hand of Chuskan -rishathaim king of Mesopotamia: and the children of Israel served Chushan-rishathaim eight years. 9 And when the children of Israel cried unto the Lord, the Lord raised up a deliverer to the children of Israel, who delivered them, even Oth- niel the son of Kenaz, Caleb's younger brother. 10 And the Spirit of the Lord came upon him, and he judged Israel, and went out to war: and the Lord delivered Chushan-rishathaim king of Mesopotamia into his hand; and his hand pre- vailed against Chushan-rishathaim. 11 And the land had rest forty years. And Othniel the son of Kenaz died. 12 And the children of Israel did evil again in the sight of the Lord : and the Lord strengthened 183 *n Lhud killeth Eglon. JUDGES, IV. (4) The Moabites subdued. Eglon the king of Moab against Israel, because they had done evil in the sight of the Lord. 13 And he gathered unto him the children of Amnion and Amalek, and went and smote Israel, and possessed the city of palm trees. 14 So the children of Israel served Eglon the king of Moab eighteen years. 15 But when the children of Israel cried unto \ the Lord, the Lord raised them up a deliverer, 1 Ehud the son of Gera, a Benjamite, a man left- \ handed: and by him the children of Israel sent a present unto Eglon the king of Moab. 16 But Ehud made him a dagger which had two edges, of a cubit length; and he did gird it under his raiment upon his right thigh. 17 And he brought the present unto Eglon king of Moab: and Eglon was a very fat man. 18 And when he had made an end to offer the present, he sent away the people that bare the present. 19 But he himself turned again from the quar- ries that were by Gilgal, and said, I have a secret errand unto thee, O king: who said, Keep silence. And all that stood by him went out from him. 20 And Ehud came unto him; and he was sit- ting in a summer parlour, which he had for him- self alone. And Ehud said, I have a message from God unto thee. And he arose out of his ^eat. 21 And Ehud put forth his left hand, and took the dagger from his right thigh, and thrust it into , his belly: 22 And the haft also went in after the blade; and the fat closed upon the blade, so that he could not draw the dagger out of his belly; and the dirt came out. 23 Then Ehud went forth through the porch, and shut the doors of the parlour upon him, and locked them. 24 When he was gone out, his servants came; and when they saw that, behold, the doors of the parlour were locked, they said, Surely he covereth his feet in his summer chamber. 25 And they tarried till they were ashamed: and, behold, he opened not the doors of the par- lour; therefore they took a key, and opened them: and, behold, their lord was fallen down dead on the earth. 26 And Ehud escaped while they tarried, and passed beyond the quarries, and escaped unto Seirath. 27 And it came to pass, when he was come, that he blew a trumpet in the mountain of Ephraim, and the children of Israel went down with him from the mount, and he before them. 28 And he said unto them, Follow after me: for the Lord hath delivered your enemies the Moabites into your hand. And they went down after him, and took the fords of Jordan toward Moab, and suffered not a man to pass over. 29 And they slew of Moab at that time about ten thousand men, all lusty, and all men of valour; and there escaped not a man. 30 So Moab was subdued that day under the hand of Israel. And the land had rest fourscore years. 31 And after him was Shamgar the son of Anath, which slew of the Philistines six hundred men with an ox goad: and he also delivered Israel : CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Deborah and Barak deliver them from Jabin and Sisera. 18 Jael killeth Sisera. AND the children of Israel again did evil in the sight of the Lord, when Ehud was dead. 2 And the Lord sold them into the hand of Jabin king of Canaan, that reigned in Hazor ; the captain of whose host was Sisera, which dwelt in Harosheth of the Gentiles. 3 And the children of Israel cried unto the Lord: for he had nine hundred chariots of iron; and twenty years he mightily oppressed the chil- dren of Israel. 4 And Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, she judged Israel at that time. 5 And she dwelt under the palm tree of De- borah between Raman and Beth-el in mount Ephraim: and the children of Israel came up to her for judgment. 6 And she sent and called Barak the son of Abinoam out of Kedesh-naphtali, and said unto him, Hath not the Lord God of Israel commanded, saying, Go and draw toward mount Tabor, and take with thee ten thousand men of the children of Naphtali and of the children of Zebulun? 7 And I will draw unto thee to the river Kishon Sisera, the captain of Jabin's army, with his chariots and his multitude; and I will deliver him into thine hand. 8 And Barak said unto her, If thou wilt go with me, then I will go: but if thou wilt not go with me, then I will not go. 9 And she said, I will surely go with thee: not- withstanding the journey that thou takest shall not be for thine honour; for the Lord shall sell Sisera into the hand of a woman. And Deborah arose, and went with Barak to Kedesh. 10 And Barak called Zebulun and Naphtali to Kedesh; and he went up with ten thousand men at his feet : and Deborah went up with him. 11 Now Heber the Kenite, which was of the children of Hobab the father in law of Moses, had severed himself from the Kenites, and pitched his tent unto the plain of Zaanaim, which is by Kedesh. 12 And they shewed Sisera that Barak the son of Abinoam was gone up to mount Tabor. 13 And Sisera gathered together all his chari- ots, even nine hundred chariots of iron, and all the people that were with him, from Harosheth of the Gentiles unto the river of Kishon. 14 And Deborah said unto Barak, Up ; for this is the day in which the Lord hath delivered Sis- era into thine hand: is not the Lord gone out be- fore thee? So Barak went down from mount Ta- bor, and ten thousand men after him. 15 And the Lord discomfited Sisera, and all his chariots, and all his host, with the edge of the 189 Jael killeth Sisera. JUDGES, V. (5) Song of Deborah and Barak. sword before Barak ; so that Sisera lighted down off his chariot, and fled away on his feet. 16 But Barak pursued after the chariots, and after the host, unto Harosheth of the Gentiles: and all the host of Sisera fell upon the edge of the sword ; and there was not a man left. 17 Howbeit Sisera fled away on his feet to the tent of Jael the wife of Heber the Kenite: for there was peace between Jabin the king of Ha- zor and the house of Heber the Kenite. 18 And Jael went out to meet Sisera^. and said unto him, Turn in, my lord, turn in to me; fear not. And when he had turned in unto her into the tent, she covered him with a mantle. 19 And he said unto her, Give me, I pray thee, a little water to drink ; for I am thirsty. And she opened a bottle of milk, and gave him drink, and covered him. 20 Again he said unto her, Stand in the door of the tent, and it shall be, when any man doth come and enquire of thee, and say, Is there any man here? that thou shalt say, No. 21 Then Jael Heber's wife took a nail of the tent, and took an hammer in her hand, and went softly unto him, and smote the nail into his tem- ples, and fastened it into the ground: for he was fast asleep and weary. So he died. 22 And, behold, as Barak pursued Sisera, Jael came out to meet him, and said unto him, Come, and I will shew thee the man whom thou seekest. And when he came into her tent, behold, Sisera lay dead, and the nail was in his temples. 23 So God subdued on that day Jabin the king of Canaan before the children of Israel. 24 And the hand of the children of Israel pros- pered, and prevailed against Jabin the king of Canaan, until they had destroyed Jabin king of Canaan. CHAPTER V. (5) The song of Deborah and Barak. THEN sang Deborah and Barak the son of Abinoam on that day, saying, 2 Praise ye the Lord for the avenging of Israel, when the people willingly offered themselves. 3 Hear, O ye kings; give ear, O ye princes; I, even I, will sing unto the Lord; I will sing praise to the Lord God of Israel. 4 Lord, when thou wentest out of Seir, when thou marchedst out of the field of Edom, the earth trembled, and the heavens dropped, the clouds also dropped water. 5 The mountains melted from before the Lord, even that Sinai from before the Lord Goa of Israel. 6 In the days of Shamgar the son of Anath, in the days of Jael, the highways were unoccupied, and the travellers walked through bywaya>. 7 The inhabitants of the villages ceased, they ceased in Israel, until that I Deborah arose, that I arose a mother in Israel. 8 They chose new gods; then was war in the gates: was there a shield or spear seen among forty thousand in Israel? 9 My heart is toward the governors of Israel, that offered themselves willingly among the peo- ple. Bless ye the Lord. 10 Speak, ye that ride on white asses, ye that sit in judgment, and walk by the way. 11 They that are delivered from the noise of archers in the places of drawing water, there shall they rehearse the righteous acts of the Lord, even the righteous acts toward the inhabitants of his villages in Israel : then shall the people of the Lord go down to the gates. 12 Awake, awake, Deborah: awake, awake, ut- ter a song: arise, Barak, and lead thy captivity captive, thou son of Abinoam. 13 Then he made him that remaineth have do- minion over the nobles among the people: the Lord made me have dominion over the mighty. 14 Out of Ephraim was there a root of them against Amalek ; after thee, Benjamin, among thy people; out of Machir came down governors, and out of Zebulun they that handle the pen of the writer. 15 And the princes of Issachar were with De- borah; even Issachar, and also Barak: he was sent on foot into the valley. For the divisions of Reu- ben there were great thoughts of heart. 16 Why abodest thou among the sheepfolds, to hear the bleatings of the flocks? For the divi- sions of Reuben there were great searchings of heart, 17 Gilead abode beyond Jordan: and why did Dan remain in ships? Asher continued on the sea shore, and abode in his breaches. 18 Zebulun and Naphtali were a people that jeoparded their lives unto the death in the high places of the field. 19 The kings came and fought, then fought the kings of Canaan in Taanach by the waters of M egiddo ; they took no gain of money. 20 They fought from heaven; the stars in their courses fought against Sisera, 21 The river of Kishon swept them away, that ancient river, the river Kishon. O my soul, thou hast trodden down strength. 22 Then were the horsehoofs broken by the means of the pransings, the pransings of their mighty ones. 23 CuTse ye Meroz, said the angel of the Lord, curse ye bitterly the inhabitants thereof; because they came not to the help of the Lord, to the help of the Lord against the mighty. 24 Blessed above women shall Jael the wife of Heber the Kenite be, blessed shall she be above women in the tent. 25 He asked water, and she gave him milk; she brought forth butter in a lordly dish. 26 She put her hand to the nail, and her right hand to the workman's hammer; and with the hammer she smote Sisera, she smote off his head, when she had pierced and stricken through his temples. 27 At her feet he bowed, he fell, he lay down: at her feet he bowed, he fell: where he bowed, there he fell down dead. 28 The mother of Sisera looked out at a win- dow, and cried through the lattice, Why is his 190 ;J The Midianites oppress Israel. JUDGES, VI. (6) Gideon sent as a deliverer. chariot so long in coming? why tarry the wheels of his chariots? 29 Her wise ladies answered her, yea, she re- turned answer to herself, 30 Have they not sped? have they not divided the prey; to every man a damsel or two; to Sisera a prey of divers colours, a prey of divers colours of needlework, of divers colours of needlework, on both sides, meet for the necks of them that take the spoil? 31 So let all thine enemies perish, O Lord : but let them that love him be as the sun when he goeth forth in his might. And the land had rest forty years. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The Israelites for their sin are oppressed by Midian. 8 A prophet rebuketh them. 11 An angel sendeth Gideon for their deliverance. 17 Gideon's present is consumed with fire. 25 Gideon destroyeth Baal's altar, and offereth a sacrifice upon the altar Jehovah- shalom. 28 Joash defendeth his son, and calleth him Jerubbaal. 33 Gideon's army. 36 Gideon's signs. AND the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord: and the Lord delivered them into the hand of Midian seven years., 2 And the hand of Midian prevailed against Is- rael : and because of the Midianites the children of Israel made them the dens which are in the mountains, and caves, and strong holds. 3 And so it was, when Israel had sown, that the Midianites came up, and the Amalekites, and the children of the east, even they came up against them; 4 And they encamped against them, and de- stroyed the increase of the earth, till thou come unto Gaza, and left no sustenance for Israel, neither sheep, nor ox, nor ass. 5 For they came up with their cattle and their tents, and they came as grasshoppers for multi- tude; for both they and their camels were with- out number; and they entered into the land to de- stroy it. 6 And Israel was greatly impoverished because of the Midianites; and the children of Israel cried unto the Lord. 7 And it came to pass, when the children of Is- rael cried unto the Lord because of the Midianites, 8 That the Lord sent a prophet unto the chil- dren of Israel, which said unto them, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, I brought you up from Egypt, and brought you forth out of the house of bondage; 9 And I delivered you out of the hand of the Egyptians, and out of the hand of all that op- pressed you, and drave them out from before you, and gave you their land; 10 And I said unto you, I am the Lord your God ; fear not the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell : but ye have not obeyed my voice. 11 And there came an angel of the Lord, and sat under an oak which was in Ophrah, that per- tained unto Joash the Abi-ezrite: and his son Gideon threshed wheat by the winepress, to hide it from the Midianites. 12 And the angel of the Lord appeared unto him, and said unto him, The Lord is with thee, thou mighty man of valour. 13 And Gideon said unto him, Oh my Lord, if the Lord be with us, why then is all this befallen us? and where be all his miracles which our fathers told us of, saying, Did not the Lord bring us up from Egypt? but now the Lord hath for- saken us, and delivered us into the hands of the Midianites. 14 And the Lord looked upon him, and said, Go in this thy might, and thou shalt save Israel from the hand of the Midianites: have not I sent thee? 15 And he said unto him, Oh my Lord, where- with shall I save Israel? behold, my family is poor in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father's house. 16 And the Lord said unto him, Surely I will be with thee, and thou shalt smite the Midianites as one man. 17 And he said unto him, If now I have found grace in thy sight, then shew me a sign that thou talkest with me. 18 Depart not hence, I pray thee, until I come unto thee, and bring forth my present, and set it before thee. And he said, I will tarry until thou come again. 19 And Gideon went in, and made ready a kid, and unleavened cakes of an ephah of flour: the flesh he put in a basket, and he put the broth in a pot, and brought it out unto him under the oak, and presented it. 20 And the angel of God said unto him, Take the flesh and the unleavened cakes, and lay them upon this rock, and pour out the broth. And he did so. 21 Then the angel of the Lord put forth the end of the staff that was in his hand, and touched the flesh and the unleavened cakes ; and there rose up fire out of the rock, and consumed the flesh and the unleavened cakes. Then the angel of the Lord departed out of his sight. 22 And when Gideon perceived that he was an angel of the Lord, Gideon said, Alas, O Lord God! for because I have seen an angel of the Lord face to face. 23 And the Lord said unto him, Peace be unto thee; fear not: thou shalt not die. 21 Then Gideon built an altar there unto the Lord, and called it Jehovah-shalom: unto this day it is yet in Ophrah of the Abi-ezrites. 25 And it came to pass the same night, that the Lord said unto him, Take thy father's young bullock, even the second bullock of seven years old, and throw down the altar of Baal that thy father hath, and cut down the grove that is by it: 26 And build an altar unto the Lord thy God upon the top of this rock, in the ordered place, and take the second bullock, and offer a burnt sacri- fice with the wood of the grove which thou shalt cut down. 27 Then Gideon took ten men of his servants, and did as the Lord had said unto him: and so it was, because he feared his father's household, and the men of the city, that he could not do it by day, that he did it by night. ifi; Joash calleth Gideon, Jerubbaal. JUDGES, VII. (7) Gideon's army. 28 And when the men of the city arose early in the morning, behold, the altar of Baal was cast down, and the grove was cut down that was by it, and the second bullock was offered upon the altar that was built. 29 And they said one to another, Who hath done this thing? And when they enquired and asked, they said, Gideon the son of Joash hath done this thing. 30 Then the men of the city said unto Joash, Bring out thy son, that he may die: because he hath cast down the altar of Baal, and because he hath cut down the grove that was by it, 31 And Joash said unto all that stood against him, Will ye plead for Baal? will ye save him? he that will plead for him, let him be put to death whilst it is yet morning: if he be a god, let him plead for himself, because one hath cast down his altar. 32 Therefore on that day he called him Jerub- baal, saying, Let Baal plead against him, because he hath thrown down his altar. 33 Then all the Midianites and the Amelekites and the children of the east were gathered to- gether, and went over, and pitched in the valley of Jezreel. 34 But the Spirit of the Lord came upon Gid- eon, and he blew a trumpet; and Abi-ezer was gathered after him. 35 And' he sent messengers throughout all Manasseh; who also was gathered after him: and he sent messengers unto Asher, and unto Zebu- lun, and unto Naphtali; and they came up to meet them. 36 And Gideon said unto God, If thou wilt save Israel by mine hand, as thou hast said, 37 Behold, I will put a fleece of wool in the floor; and if the dew be on the fleece only, and it be dry upon all the earth beside,' then shall I know that thou wilt save Israel by mine hand, as thou hast said. 38 And it was so: for he rose up early on the morrow, and thrust the fleece together, and wringed the dew out of the fleece, a bowl full of water. 39 And Gideon said unto God, Let not thine anger be hot against me, and I will speak but this once: let me prove, I pray thee, but this once with the fleece; let it now be dry only upon the fleece, and upon all the ground let there be dew. 40 And God did so that night: for it was dry upon the fleece only, and there was dew on all the ground. CHAPTER Vn. (7) 1 Gideon's army of two and thirty thousand is brought to three hundred. 9 He is encouraged by the dream and interpretation of the barley cake. 16 His stra- tagem of trumpets and lamps in pitchers. 24 The Ephraimites take Oreb and Zeeb. THEN Jerubbaal, who is Gideon, and all the people that were with him, rose up early, and pitched beside the well of Harod : so that the host of the Midianites were on the north side of them, by the hill of Moreh, in the valley. 2 And the Lord said unto Gideon, The people that are with thee are too many for me to give the Midianites into their hands, lest Israel vaunt themselves against me, saying, Mine own hand hath saved me. 3 Now therefore go to, proclaim in the ears of the people, saying, Whosoever is fearful and afraid, let him return and depart early from mount Gilead. And there returned of the people twenty and two thousand ; and there remained ten thousand. 4 And the Lord said unto Gideon, The people are yet too many; bring them down unto the water, and I will try them for thee there: and it shall be, that of whom I say unto' thee, This shall go with thee, the same shall go with thee; and of whomsoever I say unto thee, This shall not go with thee, the same shall not go. 5 So he brought down the people unto the water: and the Lord said unto Gideon, Every one that lappeth of the water with his tongue, as a dog lappeth, him shalt thou set by himself; like- wise every one that boweth down upon his knees to drink. 6 And the number of them that lapped, putting their hand to their mouth, were three hundred men: but all the rest of the people bowed down upon their knees to drink water. 7 And the Lord said unto Gideon, By the three hundred men that lapped will I save you, and de- liver the Midianites into thine hand: and let all the other people go every man unto his place. 8 So the people took victuals in their hand, and their trumpets: and he sent all the rest of Israel every man unto his tent, and retained those three hundred men : and the host of Midian was beneath him in the valley. 9 And it came to pass the same night, that the Lord said unto him, Arise, get thee down unto the host; for I have delivered it into thine hand. 10 But if thou fear to go down, go thou with Phurah thy servant down to the host: 11 And thou shalt hear what they say; and afterward shall thine hands be strengthened to go down unto the host. Then went he down with Phurah his servant unto the outside of the armed men that were in the host. 12 And the Midianites and the Amalekites and all the children of the east lay along in the valley like grasshoppers for multitude; and their cam- els were without number, as the sand by the sea, side for multitude. 13 And when Gideon was come, behold, there was a man that told a dream unto his fellow, and said, Behold, I dreamed a dream, and, lo, a cake of barley bread tumbled into. the host of Midian, and came unto a tent, and smote it that it fell, and overturned it, that the tent lay along. 14 And his fellow answered and said, This is nothing else save the sword of Gideon the son of Joash, a man of Israel: for into his hand hath God delivered Midian, and all the host. 15 And it was so, when Gideon heard the tell- ing of the dream, and the interpretation thereof, that he worshipped, and returned into the host of 192 £"3 3 9 -"tt o ^ & •P to a a 1 +-> a — .® t) q £ 5 OP £ a> a) S ■? > ** PS as 9+" a ■stS li 53 a O) tfl 3 '- IB 9 bfl O g » "S ° v &3 cj O tJ ■+•» ■ a> Eh p q '.q'3 OJi-J I ft &.a OQ a o oo S a a y W oq £^§ Cm O ^ ^ W W trf r2 Capture of Oreb and Zeeb. JUDGES, VIII. (8) Zebah and Zalmunna are taken. Israel, and said, Arise; for the Lord hath deliv- ered into your hand the host of Midian. 16 And he divided the three hundred men into three companies, and he put a trumpet in every man's hand, with empty pitchers, and lamps with- in the pitchers. 17 And he said unto them, Look on me, and do likewise : and, behold, when I come to the outside of the camp, it shall be that, as I do, so shall ye do. 18 When I blow with a trumpet, I and all that are with me, then blow ye the trumpets also on every side of all the camp, and say, The sword of the Lord, and of Gideon. 19 So Gideon, and the hundred men that were with him, came unto the outside of the camp in the beginning of the middle watch ; and they had but newly set the watch : and they blew the trum- pets, and brake the pitchers that were in their hands. 20 And the three companies blew the trumpets, and brake the pitchers, and held the lamps in their left hands, and the trumpets in their right hands to blow withal : and they cried, The sword of the Lord, and of Gideon. 21 And they stood every man iu his place round about the camp: and all the host ran, and cried, and fled. 22 And the three hundred blew the trumpets, and the Lord set every man's sword against his fellow, even throughout all the host: and the host fled to Beth-shittah in Zererath, and to the border of Abel-meholah, unto Tabbath. 23 And the men of Israel gathered themselves together out of Naphtali, and out of Asher, and out of all Manasseh, and pursued after the Mid- ianites. 24 And Gideon sent messengers throughout all mount Ephrai-m, saying, Come down against the Midianites, and take before them the waters unto Beth-barah and Jordan. Then all the men of Ephraim gathered themselves together, and took the waters unto Beth-barah and Jordan. 25 And they took two princes of the Midianites, Oreb and Zeeb ; and they slew Oreb upon the rock Oreb, and Zeeb they slew at the winepress of Zeeb, and pursued Midian, and brought the heads of Oreb and Zeeb to Gideon on the other side Jordan . CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 Gideon paeifleth the Bphraimites. 4 Succoth and Penuel refuse to relieve Gideon's army. 10 Zebali and Zalmunna are taken. 13 Succoth and Penuel are destroyed. 18 Gideon revengeth his brethren's death on Zebah and Zalmunna. 22 He refuseth government. 24 His ephod cause of idolatry. 28 Midian subdued. 29 Grideon's children, and death. 33 The Israelites' idolatry and ingratitude. AND the men of Ephraim said unto him, Why hast thou served us thus, that thou calledst us not, when thou wentest to fight with the Midianites? And they did chide with him sharply. 2 And he said unto them, What have I done now in comparison of you? Is not the gleaning of the grapes of Ephraim better than the vintage of Abi-ezer? 3 God hath delivered into your hands the princes of Midian, Oreb and Zeeb : and what was I able to do in comparison of you? Then their anger was abated toward him, when he had said that 4 And Gideon came to Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing them. 5 And he said unto the men of Succoth, Give, I pray you, loaves of bread unto the people that fol- low me; for they be faint, and I am pursuing after Zebah and Zalmunna, kings of Midian. 6 And the princes of Succoth said, Are the hands of Zebah and Zalmunna now in thine hand, that we should give bread unto thine army? 7 And Gideon said, Therefore when the Lord hath delivered Zebah and Zalmunna into* mine hand, then I will tear your flesh with the thorns of the wilderness and with briers. 8 And he went up thence to Penuel, and spake unto them likewise: and the men of Penuel answered him as the men of Succoth had answered him. 9 And he spake also unto the men of Penuel, saying, When I come again in peace, I will break down this tower. 10 Now Zebah and Zalmunna were in Karkor, and their hosts with them, about fifteen thousand men, all that were left of all the hosts of the chil- dren of the east: for there fell an hundred and twenty thousand men that drew sword. 11 And Gideon went up by the way of them that dwelt in tents on the east of Nobah and Jogbehah, and smote the host: for the host was secure. 12 And when Zebah and Zalmunna fled, he pur- sued after them, and took the two kings of Midian, Zebah and Zalmunna, and discomfited all the host. 13 And Gideon the son of Joash returned from battle before the sun was up, 14 And caught a young man of the men of Suc- coth, and enquired of him : and he described unto him the princes of Succoth, and the elders there- of, even threescore and seventeen men. 15 And he came unto the men of Succoth, and said, Behold Zebah and Zalmunna, with whom ye did upbraid me, saying, Are the hands of Zebah and Zalmunna now in thine hand, that we should give bread unto thy men that are weary? 16 And he took the elders of the city, and thorns of the wilderness and briers, and with them he taught the men of Succoth. 17 And he beat down the tower of Penuel, and slew the men of the city. 18 Then said he unto Zebah and Zalmunna, What manner of men were they whom ye slew at Tabor? And they answered, As thou art, so were they; each one resembled the children of a king. 19 And he said, They were my brethren, even the sons of my mother: as the Lord liveth, if ye had saved them alive, I would not slay you. 20 And he said unto Jether his firstborn, Up, and slay them. But the youth drew not his sword : for he feared, because he was yet a youth. lea Gideon's death. JUDGES, IX. (9) Ambimelech made king. 21 Then Zebah and Zalmunna said, Rise thou, and fall upon us: for as the man is, so is his strength. And Gideon arose, and slew Zebah and Zalmunna, and took away the ornaments that were on their camels' necks. 22 Then the men of Israel said unto Gideon, Rule thou over us, ^oth thou, and thy son, and thy son's son also: for thou hast delivered us from the hand of Midian- 23 And Gideon said unto them, I will not rule over you, neither shall my son rule over you: the Lord shall rule over you. 24 And Gideon said unto them, I would desire a request of you, that ye would give me every man the earrings of his prey. (For they had golden earrings, because they were Ishmaelites.) 25 And they answered, We will willingly give them. And they spread a garment, and did cast therein every man the earrings of his prey. 26 And the weight of the golden earrings that he requested was a thousand and seven hundred shekels of gold; beside ornaments, and collars, and purple raiment that was on the kings of Midian, and beside the chains that were about their camels' necks. 27 And Gideon made an ephod thereof, and put it in his city, even in Ophrah: and all Israel went thither a whoring after it: which thing became a snare unto Gideon, and to his house. 28 Thus was Midian subdued before the chil- dren of Israel, so that they lifted up their heads no more. And the country was in quietness forty years in the days of Gideon. 29 And Jerubbaal the son of Joash went and dwelt in his own house. 30 And Gideon had threescore and ten sons of his body begotten : for he had many wives. 31 And his concubine that was in Shechem, she also bare him a son, whose name he called Abi- melech. 32 And Gideon the son of Joash died in a good old age, and was buried in the sepulchre of Joash his father, in Ophrah of the Abi-ezrites. 33 And it came to pass, as soon as Gideon was dead, that the children of Israel turned again, and went a whoring after Baalim, and made Baal- berith their god. 34 And the children of Israel remembered not the Lord their God, who had delivered them out of the hands of all +heir enemies on every side: 35 Neither shewed they kindness to the house of Jerubbaal, namely, Gideon, according to all the goodness which he had shewed unto Israel. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 Abimelech by conspiracy with the Shechemites, and murder of his brethren, is made kin?. 7 Jotham by a parable rebuketh them, and foretelleth their ruin. 22 Ganl conspireth with the Shechemites against him. 30 Zebul revealeth it. 34 Abimelech overcometh them, and soweth the city with salt. 46 He burnetii the hold of the god Berith. 52 At Thebez he is slain by a piece of a millstone. 56 Jotham's curse is ful- filled. ND Abimelech the son of Jerubbaal went to Shechem unto his mother's brethren, and A communed with them, and with all the family of the house of his mother's father, saying, 2 Speak, I pray you, in the ears of all the men of Shechem, Whether is better for you, either that all the sons of Jerubbaal, which are threescore and ten persons, reign over you, or that one reign over you? remember also that I am your bone and your flesh. 3 And his mother's brethren spake of him in the ears of all the men of Shechem all these words: and their hearts inclined to follow Abime- lech; for they said, He is our brother. 4 And they gave him threescore and ten pieces of silver out of the house of Baal-berith, where- with Abimelech hired vain and light persons, which followed him. 5 And he went unto his father's house at Ophrah, and slew his brethren the sons of* Jerub- baal, being threescore and ten persons, upon one stone: notwithstanding yet Jotham the youngest son of Jerubbaal was left; for he hid himself. 6 And all the men of Shechem gathered to- gether, and all the house of Millo, and went, and made Abimelech king, by the plain of the pillar that was in Shechem. 7 And when they told it to Jotham, he went and stood in the top of mount Gerizim, and lifted up his voice, and cried, and said unto them, Hearken unto me, ye men of Shechem, that God may hearken unto you. 8 The trees went forth on a time to anoint a king over them ; and they said unto the olive tree, Reign thou over us. 9 But the olive tree said unto them, Should I leave my fatness, wherewith by me they honour God and man, and go to be promoted over the trees? 10 And the trees said to the fig tree, Come thou, and reign over us. 11 But the fig tree said unto them, Should I forsake my sweetness, and my good fruit and go to be promoted over the trees? 12 Then said the trees unto the vine, Come thou, and reign over us. 13 And the vine said unto them, Should I leave my wine, which cheereth God and man. and go to be promoted over the trees? 14 Then said all the trees unto the bramble, Come thou, and reign over us. 15 And the bramble said unto the trees, If in truth ye anoint me king over you, then come and put your trust in my shadow: and if not, let fire come out of the bramble, and devour the cedars of Lebanon. 16 Now therefore, if ye have done truly and sin- cerely, in that ye have made Abimelech king, and if ye have dealt well with Jerubbaal and his house, and have done unto him according to the deserving of his hands; 17 (For my father fought for you, and ad- ventured his life far, and delivered you out of the hand of Midian: 18 And ye are risen up against my father's house this day, and have slain his sons, three- 104 The Shechemites revolt. JUDGES, IX. (9) Abimelech oyercometh them. score and ten persons, upon one stone, and have made Abimelech, the son of his maidservant, king over the men of Shechem, because he is your brother;) 19 If ye then have dealt truly and sincerely with Jerubbaal and with his house this day, then rejoice ye in Abimelech, and let him also rejoice in you: 20 But it not, let fire come out from Abimelech, and devour the men of Shechem, and the house of Hillo; and let fire come out from the men of She- chem, and from the house of Millo, and devour Abimelech. 21 And Jotham ran away, and fled, and went to Beer, and dwelt there, for fear of Abimelech his brother. 22 When Abimelech had reigned three years over Israel, 23 Then God sent an evil spirit between Abime- lech and the men of Shechem; and the men of Shechem dealt treacherously with Abimelech : 21 That the cruelty done to the threescore and ten sons of Jerubbaal might come, and their blood be laid upon Abimelech their brother, which slew them; and upon the men of Shechem, which aided him in the killing of his brethren. 25 And the men of Shechem set liers in wait for him in the top of the mountains, and they robbed all that came along that way by them: and it was told Abimelech. 26 And Gaal the son of Ebed came with his brethren, and went over to Shechem: and the men of Shechem put their confidence in him. 27 And they went out into the fields, and gath- ered their vineyards, and trode the grapes, and made merry, and went into the house of their god, and did eat and drink, and cursed Abimelech. 2S And Gaal the son of Ebed said, Who is Abi- melech, and who is Shechem, that we should serve him? is not he the son of Jerubbaal? and Zebul his officer? serve the men of Hamor the father of Shechem: for why should we serve him? 29 And would to God this people were under my hand! then would I remove Abimelech. And he said to Abimelech, Increase thine army, and come out. 30 And when Zebul the ruler of the city heard the words of Gaal the son of Ebed, his anger was kindled. 31 And he sent messengers unto Abimelech privily, saying, Behold, Gaal the son of Ebed and his brethren be come to Shechem; and, behold, they fortify the city against thee. 32 Now therefore up by night, thou and the people that is with thee, and lie in wait in the field: 33 And it shall be, that in the morning, as soon as the sun is up, thou shalt rise early, and set upon the city: and, behold, when he and the peo- ple that is with him come out against thee, then mayest thou do to them as thou shalt find occa- sion. Q 31 And Abimelech rose up, and all the people that, were with him, by night, and they laid wait against Shechem in four companies. 35 And Gaal the son of Ebed went out, and stood in the entering of the gate of the city: and Abimelech rose up, and the people that were with him, from lying in wait. 36 And when Gaal saw the people, he said to Zebul, Behold, there come people down from the top of the mountains. And Zebul said unto him, Thou seest the shadow of the mountains as if they were men. 37 And Gaal spake again and said, See there come people down by the middle of the land, and another company come along by the plain of Me- onenim. 38 Then said Zebul unto him, Where is now thy mouth, wherewith thou saidst, Who is Abimelech, that we should serve him? is not this the people that thou hast despised? go out, I pray now, and fight with them. 39- And Gaal went out before the men of She- chem, and fought with Abimelech. 10 And Abimelech chased him, and he fled be- fore him, and many were overthrown and wound- ed, even unto the entering of the gate. 11 And Abimelech dwelt at Arumah: and Ze- bul thrust out Gaal and his brethren, that they should not dwell in Shechem. 12 And it came to pass on the morrow, that the people went out into the field; and they told Abi- melech. 13 And he took the people and divided them into three companies, and laid wait in the field, and looked, and, behold, the people were come forth out of the city; and he rose up against them, and smote them. 11 And Abimelech, and the company that was with him, rushed forward, and stood in the enter- ing of the gate of the city: and the two other companies ran upon all the people that were in the fields, and slew them. 15 And Abimelech fought against the city all that day ; and he took the city, and slew the peo- ple that was therein, and beat down the city, and sowed it with salt. 16 And when all the men of the tower of She- chem heard that, they entered into an hold of the house of the god Berith. 17 And it was told Abimelech, that all the men of the tower of Shechem were gathered together. 18 And Abimelech gat him up to mount Zal- mon, he and all the people that were with him; and Abimelech took an ax in his hand, and cut down a bough from the trees, and took it, and laid it on his shoulder, and said unto the people that were with him, What ye have seen me do, make haste, and do as I have done. 19 And all the people likewise cut down every man his bough, and followed Abimelech, and put them to the hold, and set the hold on fire upon them; so that all the men of the tower of Shechem died also, about a thousand men and women. 50 Then went Abimelech to Thebez, and en- camped against Thebez, and took it. 51 But there was a strong tower within the city, and thither fled all the men and women, and L 195 Abimelech's death. JUDGES, X. (10) Jephthah to be captain of the Gileadites. all they of the city, and shut it to them, and gat them up to the top of the tower. 52 And Abimelech came unto the tower, and fought against it, and went hard unto the door of the tower to burn it with fire. 53 And a certain woman cast a piece of a mill- stone upon Abimelech's head, and all to brake his scull. 54 Then he called hastily unto the young man his armourbearer, and said unto him, Draw thy sword, and slay me, that men say not of me, A woman slew him. And his young man thrust him through, and he died. 55 And when the men of Israel saw that Abi- melech was dead, they departed every man unto his place. 56 Thus God rendered the wickedness of Abi- melech, which he did unto his father, in slaying his seventy brethren : 57 And all the evil of the men of Shechem did God render upon their heads: and upon them came the curse of Jotham the son of Jerubbaal. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Tola judgeth Israel in Shamir. 3 Jair, whose thirty eons had thirty cities. 6 The Philistines and Am- monites oppress Israel. 10 In their misery God eendeth them to their false gods. 15 TTpon their re- pentance he pitieth them. AND after Abimelech there arose to defend Israel Tola the son of Puah, the son of Dodo, a man of Issachar; and he dwelt in Shamir in mount Ephraim. 2 And he judged Israel twenty and three years, and died, and was buried in Shamir. 3 And after him arose Jair, a Gileadite, and judged Israel twenty and two years. 4 And he had thirty sons that rode on thirty ass colts, and they had thirty cities, which are called Havoth-jair unto this day, which are in the land of Gilead. 5 And Jair died, and was buried in Camon. 6 And the children of Israel did evil again in the sight of the Lord, and served Baalim, and Ashtaroth, and the gods of Syria, and the gods of Zidon, and the gods of Moab, and the gods of the children of Ammon, and the gods of the Phil- istines and forsook the Lord, and served not him. 7 And the anger of the Lord was hot against Israel, and he sold them into the hands of the Philistines, and into the hands of the children of Ammon. 8 And that year they vexed and oppressed the children of Israel: eighteen years, all the chil- dren of Israel that were on the other side Jordan in the land of the Amorites, which is in Gilead. 9 Moreover the children of Ammon passed over Jordan to fight also against Judah, and against Benjamin, and against the house of Ephraim; so that Israel was sore distressed. 10 And the children of Israel cried unto the Lord, saying, We have sinned against thee, both because we have forsaken our God, and also served Baalim. 11 And the Lord said unto the children of Is- rael, Did not I deliver you from the Egyptians, and from the Amorites, from the children of Am- mon, and from the Philistines? 12 The Zidonians also, and the Amalekites, and the Maonites, did oppress you; and ye cried to me, and I delivered you out of their hand. 13 Yet ye have forsaken me, and served other gods : wherefore I will deliver you no more. 14 Go and cry unto the gods which ye have chosen; let them deliver you in the time of your tribulation. 15 And the children of Israel said unto the Lord, We have sinned: do thou unto us whatso- ever seemeth good unto thee ; deliver us only, we pray thee, this day. 16 And they put away the strange gods from among them, and served the Lord: and his soul was grieved for the misery of Israel. 17. Then the children of Ammon were gathered together, and encamped in Gilead. And the chil- dren of Israel assembled themselves together, and encamped in Mizpeh. 18 And the people and princes of Gilead said one to another, What man is he that will begin to fight against the children of Ammon? he shall be head over all the inhabitants of Gilead. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 The covenant between Jephthah and the Gileadites, that he should be their head. 12 The treaty of peace between him and the Ammonites is in vain. 29 Jeph- thah's vow. 32 His conquest of the Ammonites. 34 He performeth his vow on his daughter. NOW Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty man of valour, and he was the son of an harlot: and Gilead begat Jephthah. 2 And Gilead's wife bare him sons; and his wife's sons grew up, and they thrust out Jeph- thah, and said unto him, Thou shalt not inherit in our father's house; for thou art the son of a strange woman. 3 Then Jephthah fled from his brethren, and dwelt in the land of Tob : and there were gathered vain men to Jephthah, and went out with him. 4 And it came to pass in process of time, that the children of Ammon made war against Israel. 5 And it was so, that when the children of Am- mon made war against Israel, the elders of Gilead went to fetch Jephthah out of the land of Tob : 6 And they said unto Jephthah, Come, and be our captain, that we may fight with the children of Ammon. 7 And Jephthah said unto the elders of Gilead, Did not ye hate me, and expel me out of my father's house? and why are ye come unto me now when ye are in distress? 8 And the elders of Gilead said unto Jephthah, Therefore we turn again to thee now, that thou mayest go with us, and fight against the children of Ammon, and be our head over all the inhabit- ants of Gilead. 9 And Jephthah said unto the elders of Gilead, If ye bring me home again to fight against the children of Ammon, and the Lord deliver them before me, shall I be your head? lo<* A JepMhah's conquest of the Ammonites. JUDGES, XL (11) JepMhah's rash vow. . 10 And the elders of Gilead said unto Jeph- thah, The Lord be witness between us, if we do not so according to thy words. 11 Then Jephthah went with the elders of Gi- lead, and the people made him head and captain over them: and Jephthah uttered all his words before the Lord in Mizpeh. 12 And Jephthah sent messengers unto the king of the children of Ammon, saying, What hast thou to do with me, that thou art come against me to fight in my land? 13 And the king of the children of Ammon answered unto the messengers of Jephthah, Be- cause Israel took away my land, when they came up out of Egypt, from Arnon even unto Jabbok, and unto Jordan: now therefore restore those lands again peaceably. 14 And Jephthah sent messengers again unto the king of the children of Ammon : 15 And said unto him, Thus saith Jephthah. Israel took not away the land of Moab. nor the land of the children of Ammon : 16 But when Israel came up from Egypt, and walked through the wilderness unto the Red sea, and came to Kadesh; 17 Then Israel sent messengers unto the king of Edom, saying, Let me, I pray thee, pass through thy land: but the king of Edom would not hearken thereto. And in like manner they sent unto the king of Moab: but he would not consent: and Israel abode in Kadesh. 18 Then they went along through the wilder- ness, and compassed the land of Edom, and the land of Moab, and came by the east side of the land of Moab, and pitched on the other side of Arnon, but came not within the border of Moab : for Arnon was the border of Moab. 19 And Israel sent messengers unto Sihon king of the Amorites, the king of Heshbon ; and Israel said unto him, Let us pass, we pray thee, through thy land into my place. 20 But Sihon trusted not Israel to pass through his coast: but Sihon gathered all his people to- gether, and pitched in Jahaz, and fought against Israel. 21 And the Lord God of Israel delivered Sihon and aL Irs people into the hand of Israel, and they smote them: so Israel possessed all the land of the Amorites, the inhabitants of that country. 22 And they possessed all the coasts of the Amorites, from Arnon even unto Jabbok, and from the wilderness even unto Jordan. 23 So now the Lord God of Israel hath dispos- sessed the Amorites from before his people Israel, and shouldest thou possess it? 24 Wilt not thou possess that which Chemosh thy god giveth thee to possess? So whomsoever the Lord our God shall drive out from before us, them will we possess. 25 And now art thou any thing better than Balak the son of Zippor, king of Moab? did he ever strive against Israel, or did he ever fight against them, 26 While Israel dwelt in Heshbon and her towns, and in Aroer and her towns, and in all the cities that be along by the coasts of Arnon, three hundred years? why therefore did ye not recover them within that time? 27 Wherefore I have not sinned against thee, but thou doest me wrong to war against me: the Lord the Judge be judge this day between the children of Israel and the children of Ammon. 28 Howbeit the king of the children of Am- mon hearkened not unto the words of Jephthah, which he sent him. 29 Then the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jeph- thah, and he passed over Gilead, and Manasseh, and passed over Mizpeh of Gilead, and from Miz- peh of Gilead he passed over unto the children of Ammon. 30 And Jephthah vowed a vow unto the Lord, and said, If thou shalt without fail deliver the children of Ammon into mine hands, 31 Then it shall be, that whatsoever cometh forth of the doors of my house to meet me, when I return in peace from the children of Ammon, shall surely be the Lord's, and I will offer it up for a burnt offering. 32 So Jephthah passed over unto the children of Ammon to fight against them; and the Lord de- livered them into his hands. 33 And he smote them from Aroer, even till thou come to Minnith, even twenty cities, and unto the plain of the vineyards, with a very great slaughter. Thus the children of Ammon were subdued before the children of Israel. 34 And Jephthah came to Mizpeh unto his house, and, behold, his daughter came out to meet him with timbrels and with dances: and she was his only child; beside her he had neither son nor daughter. 35 And it came to pass, when he saw her, that he rent his clothes, and said, Alas, my daughter! thou hast brought me very low, and thou art one of them that trouble me: for I have opened my mouth unto the Lord, and I cannot go back, 36 And she said unto him, My father, if thou hast opened thy mouth unto the Lord, do to me according to that which hath proceeded out of thy mouth; forasmuch as the Lord hath taken ven- geance for thee of thine enemies, even of the chil- dren of Ammon. 37 And she said unto her father, Let this thing be done *or me: let me alone two months, that I may go up and down upon the mountains, and be- wail my virginity, I and my fellows. 38 And he said, Go. And he sent her away for two months: and she went with her companions, and bewailed her virginity upon the mountains. 39 And it came to pass at the end of two months, that she returned unto her father, who did with her according to his vow which he had vowed : and she knew no man. And it was a cus- tom in Israel, 40 That the daughters of Israel went yearly io lament the daughter of Jephthah the Gileadite four days in a year. 13a 197 Jephthah judgeth Israel. JUDGES, XII. (12) Israel in hands of Philistines. 1 CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 The Ephraimites, quarreling with Jephthah, and discerned by Shibboleth, are slain by the Gileadites. 7 Jephthah dieth. 8 Ibzan, who had thirty sons and thirty daughter, 11 and Elon, 13 and Abdon, who' had forty sons and thirty nephews, judged Israel. AND the men of Ephraim gathered them- . selves together, and went northward, and said nnto Jephthah, Wherefore passedst thon over to fight against the children of Ammon, and didst not call us to go with thee? we will burn thine house upon thee with fire. 2 And Jephthah said unto them, I and my peo- ple were at great strife with the children of Am- mon ; and when I called you, ye delivered me not out of their hands. 3 And when I saw that ye delivered me not, I put my life in my hands, and passed over against the children of Ammon, and the Lord delivered them into my hand: wherefore then are ye come up unto me this day, to fight against me? 4 Then Jephthah gathered together all the men of Gilead, and fought with Ephraim: and the men of Gilead smote Ephraim, because they said, Ye Gileadites are fugitives of Ephraim among the Ephraimites, and among the Manassites. 5 And the Gileadites took the passages of Jor- dan before the Ephraimites: and it was so, that when those Ephraimites which were escaped said, Let me go over; that the men of Gilead said unto him, Art thou an Ephraimite? If he said, Nay; 6 Then said they unto him, Say now Shibbo- leth: and he said Sibboleth: for he could not frame to pronounce it right. Then they took him, and slew him at the passages of Jordan: and there fell at that time of the Ephraimites forty and two thousand. 7 And Jephthah judged Israel six years. Then died Jephthah the Gileadite, and was buried in one of the cities of Gilead. 8 And after him Ibzan of Bethlehem judged Israel. 9 And he had thirty sons, and thirty daughters, whom he sent abroad, and took in thirty daugh- ters from abroad for his sons. And he judged Is- rael seven years. 10 Then died Ibzan, and was buried at Beth- lehem. 11 And after him Elon, a Zebulonite, judged Israel; and he judged Israel ten years. 12 And Elon the Zebulonite died, and was buried in Aijalon in the country of Zebulun. 13 And after him Abdon the son of Hillel, a Pirathonite, judged Israel. 14 And he had forty sons and thirty nephews, that rode on threescore and ten ass colts: and he judged Israel eight years. 15 And Abdon the son of Hillel the Pirath- onite died, and was buried in Pirathon in the land of Ephraim, in the mount of the Amalekites. CHAPTER XIH. (13) 1 Israel is in the hand of the Philistines. 2 An angel appeareth to Manoah's wife. 8 The angel appear- eth to Manoah. 15 Manoah's sacrifice, whereby the angel is discovered. 24 Samson is born. AND the children of Israel did evil again in . the sight of the Lord ; and the Lord deliv- ered them into the hand of the Philistines forty years. 2 And there wias a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah ; and his wife was barren, and bare not. 3 And the angel of the Lord appeared unto the woman, and said unto her, Behold now, thou art barren, and bearest not : but thou shalt conceive, and bear a son. 4 Now therefore beware, I pray thee, and drink not wine nor strong drink, and eat not any un- clean thing: 5 For, lo, thou shalt conceive, and bear a son; and no razor shall come on his head: for the child shall be a Nazarite unto God from the womb : and he shall begin to deliver Israel out of the hand of the Philistines. 6 Then the woman came and told her husband, saying, A man of God came unto me, and his countenance was like the countenance of an an- gel of God, very terrible: but I asked him not whence he was, neither told he me his name: 7 But he said unto me, Behold, thou shalt con- ceive, and bear a son ; and now drink no wine nor strong drink, neither eat any unclean thing: for the child shall be a Nazarite to God from the womb to the day of his death. 8 Then Manoah intreated the Lord, and said, O my Lord, let the man of God which thou didst send come again unto us, and teach us what we shall do unto the child that shall be born. 9 And God hearkened to the voice of Manoah ; and the angel of God came again unto the woman as she sat in the field: but Manoah her husband was not with her. 10 And the woman made haste, and ran, and shewed her husband, and said unto him, Behold, the man hath appeared unto me, that came unto me the other day. 11 And Manoah arose, and went after his wife, and came to the man, and said unto him, Art thou the man that spakest unto the woman? And he said, I am. 12 And Manoah said, Now let thy words come to pass. How shall we order the child, and how shall we do unto him? 13 And the angel of the Lord said unto Ma- noah, Of all that I said unto the womar let her beware. 14 She may not eat of any thing that cometh of the vine, neither let her drink wine or strong drink, nor eat any unclean thing: all that I com- manded her let her observe. 15 And Manoah said unto the angel of the Lord, I pray thee, let us detain thee, until we shall have made ready a kid for thee. 16 And the angel of the Lord said unto Ma- 198 W5 Samson is born. JUDGES, XIV. (14) Samson hilleth the lion. noah, Though thou detain me, I will not eat of thy bread : and if thou wilt offer a burnt offering, thou must offer it unto the Lord. For Manoah knew not that he was an angel of the Lord. 17 And Manoah said unto the angel of the Lord, What is thy name, that when thy sayings come to pass we may do thee honour? 18 And the angel of the Lord said unto him, Why askest thou thus after my name, seeing it is secret? 19 So Manoah took a kid with a meat offering, and offered it upon a rock unto the Lord: and the angel did wonderously; and Manoah and his wife looked on. 20 For it came to pass, when the flame went up toward heaven from off the altar, that the angel of the Lord ascended in the flame of the altar. And Manoah and his wife looked on it, and fell on their faces to the ground. 21 But the angel of the Lord did no more ap- pear to Manoah and to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was an angel of the Lord. 22 And Manoah said unto his wife, We shall surely die, because we have seen God. 23 But his wife said unto him, If the Lord were pleased to kill us, he would not have received a burnt offering and a meat offering at our hands, neither would he have shewed us all these things, nor would as at this time have told us such things as these. 24 And the woman bare a son, and called his name Samson: and the child grew, and the Lord blessed him. 25 And the Spirit of the Lord began to move him at times in the camp of Dan between Zorah and Eshtaol. CHAPTEB XIV. (14) 1 Samson desireth a wife of the Philistines. 5 In his journey he killetli a lion. 8 In a second journey he findeth honey in the carcase. 10 Samson's marriage feast. 12 His riddle by his wife is made known. 19 He spoileth thirty Philistines. 20 His wife is married to another. AND Samson went down to Timnath, and saw a woman in Timnath of the daughters of the Philistines. 2 And he came up, and told his father and his mother, and said, I have seen a woman in Timnath of the daughters of the Philistines: now therefore get her for me to wife. 3 Then his father and his mother said unto him, Is there never a woman among.the daughters of thy brethren, or among all my people, that thou goest to take a wife of the uncircumcised Phil- istines? And Sampson said unto his father, Get her for me; for she pleaseth me well. 4 But his father and his mother knew not that it was of the Lord', that he sought an occasion against the Philistines: for at that time the Phil- istines had dominion over Israel. _ 5 Then went Samson down, and his father and his mother, to Timnath, and came to the vine- yards of Timnath: and, behold, a young lion roared against him. G And the Spirit of the Lord came mightily upon him, and he rent him as he would have rent a kid, and he had nothing in his hand: but he told not his father or his mother what he had done. 7 And he went down, and talked with the woman ; and she pleased Samson well. 8 And after a time he returned to take her, and he turned aside to see the carcase of the lion: and, behold, there was a swarm of bees and honey in the carcase of the lion. 9 And he took thereof in his hands, and went on eating, and came to his father and mother, and he gave them, and they did eat: but he told not them that he had taken the honey out of the car- case of the lion. 10 So his father went down unto the woman: and Samson made there a feast; for so used the young men to do. 11. And it came to pass, when they saw him, that they brought thirty companions to be with him. 12 And Samson said unto them, I will now put forth a riddle unto you: if ye can certainly declare it me within the seven days of the feast, and find it out, then I will give you thirty sheets and thirty change of garments: 13 But if ye cannot declare it me, then shall ye give me thirty sheets and thirty change of gar- ments. And they said unto him, Put forth thy riddle, that we may hear it. 14 And he said unto them, Out of the eater came forth meat, and out of the strong came forth sweetness. And they could not in three days ex- pound the riddle. 15 And it came to pass on the seventh day, that they said unto Samson's wife, Entice thy hus- band, that he may declare unto us the riddle, lest we burn thee and thy father's house with fire: have ye called us to take that we have? is it not so? 16 And Samson's wife wept before him, and said, Thou dost but hate me, and lovest me not: thou hast put forth a riddle unto the children of my people, and hast not told it me. And he said unto her, Behold, I have not told it my father nor my mother, and shall I tell it thee? 17 And she wept before him the seven days, while their feast lasted: and it came to pass on the seventh day, that he told her, because she lay sore upon him : and she told the riddle to the chil- dren of her people. 18 And the men of the city said unto him on the seventh day before the sun went down, What is sweeter than honey? and what is stronger than a lion? And he said unto them, If ye had not plowed with my heifer, ye had not found out my riddle. 19 And the Spirit of the Lord came upon him, and he went down to Ashkelon, and slew thirty men of them, and took their spoil, and gave change of garments unto them which expounded the riddle. And his anger was kind'ed, and he went up to his father's house. 20 But Samson's wife was given to his com panion, whom he had used as his friend. 199 Samson judged Israel JUDGES, XV. (15) twenty years. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 Samson is denied his wife. 3 He burneth the Philis- tines' corn with foxes and firebrands. 6 His wife and her father are burnt by the Philistines. 7 Sam- son smiteth them hip and thigh. 9 He is bound by the men of Judah, and delivered to the Philistines. 14 He killeth them with a jawbone. 18 God maketh the fountain En-hakkore for him in Lehi. BUT it came to pass within a while after, in the time of wheat harvest, that Samson visited his wife with a kid ; and he said, I will go in to my wife into the chamber. But her father would not suffer him to go in. 2 And her father said, I verily thought that thou hadst utterly hated her; therefore I gave her to thy companion : is not her younger sister fairer than she ? take her, I pray thee, instead of her. 3 And Samson said concerning them, Now shall I be more blameless than the Philistines, though I do them a displeasure. 4 And Samson went and caught three hundred foxes, and took firebrands, and turned tail to tail, and put a firebrand in the midst between two tails. 5 And when he had set the brands on fire, he let them go into the standing corn of the Philis- tines, and burnt up both the shocks, and also the standing corn, with the vineyards and olives. 6 Then the Philistines said, Who hath done this? And they answered, Samson, the son in law of the Timnite, because he had taken his wife, and given her to his companion. And the Phil- istines came up, and burnt her and her father with fire. 7 And Samson said unto them, Though ye have done this, yet will I be avenged of you, and after that I will cease. 8 And he smote them hip and thigh with a great slaughter: and he went down and dwelt in the top of the rock Etam. 9 Then the Philistines went up, and pitched in Judah, and spread themselves in Lehi. 10 And the men of Judah said, Why are ye come up against us? And they answered, To bind Samson are we come up, to* do to him as he hath done to us. 11 Then three thousand men of Judah went to the top of the rock Etam, and said to Samson, Knowest thou not that the Philistines are rulers over us? what is this that thou has done unto us? And he said unto them, As they did unto me, so have I done unto them. 12 And they said unto him, We are come down to bind thee, that we may deliver thee into the hand of the Philistines. And Samson said unto them, Swear unto me, that ye will not fall upon me yourselves. 13 And they spake unto him, saying, No; but we will bind thee fast, and deliver thee into their hand : but surely we will not kill thee. And they bound him with two new cords, and brought him up from the rock. 14 And when he came unto Lehi, the Philis- tines shouted against him: and the Spirit of the Lord came mightily upon him, and the cords that were upon his arms became as flax that was burnt with fire, and his bands loosed from off his hands. 15 And he found a new jawbone of an ass, and put forth his hand, and took it, and slew a thous- and men therewith. 16 And Samson said, With the jawbone of an ass, heaps upon heaps, with the jaw of an ass have I slain a thousand men. 17 And it came to pass, when he had made an end of speaking, that he cast away the jawbone out of his hand, and called that place Ramath- lehi. 18 And he was sore athirst, and called on the Lord, and said, Thou hast given this great deliver- ance into the hand of thy servant : and now shall I die for thirst, and fall into the hand of the un- circumcised? 19 But God clave an hollow place that was in the jaw, and there came water thereout; and when he had drunk, his spirit came again, and he revived: wherefore he called the name thereof En- hakkore, which is in Lehi unto this day. 20 And he judged Israel in the days of the Phil- istines twenty years. CHAPTER XVI. (16; 1 Samson at Gaza escapeth, and carrieth away the gates of the city. 4 Delilah, corrupted by the Philis- tines, enticeth Samson. 6 Thrice she is deceived. 15 At last she overcometh him. 21 The Philistines take him, and put out his eyes. 22 His strength renew- ing, he pulleth down the house upon the Philistines, and dieth. THEN went Samson to Gaza, and saw there an harlot, and went in unto her. 2 And it was told the Gazites, saying, Samson is come hither. And they compassed him in, and laid wait for him all night in the gate of the city, and were quiet all the night, saying, In the morn- ing, when it is day, we shall kill him. 3 And Samson lay till midnight, and arose at midnight, and took the doors of the gate of the city, and the two i^osts, and went away with them, bar and all, and put them upon his shoulders, and carried them up to the top of an hill that is be- fore Hebron. 4 And it came to pass afterward, that he loved a woman in the valley of Sorek, whose name was Delilah. 5 And the lords of the Philistines came up unto her, and said unto her, Entice him, and see where- in his great strength lieth, and by what means we may prevail against him, that we may bind him to afflict him : and we will give thee every one of us eleven hundred pieces of silver. 6 And Delilah said to Samson, Tell me, I pray thee, wherein thy great strength lieth, and where- with thou mightest be bound to afflict thee. 7 And Samson said unto her, If they bind me with seven green withs that were never dried, then shall I be weak, and be as another man. 8 Then the lords of the Philistines brought up to her seven green withs which had not been dried, and she bound him with them. 9 Now there were men lying in wait, abiding 200 Samson putteth down JUDGES, XVII. (17) the house upon the Philistines. with her in the chamber. And she said unto him, The Philistines be upon thee, Samson. And he brake the withs, as a thread of tow is broken, when it toucheth the fire. So his strength was not known. 10 And Deliah said unto Samson, Behold, thou hast mocked me, and told me lies : now tell me, I pray thee, wherewith thou mightest be bound. 11 And he said unto her, If they bind me fast with new ropes that never were occupied, then shall I be weak,, and be as another man. 12 Delilah therefore took new ropes, and bound him therewith, and said unto him, The Philistines be upon thee, Samson. And there were liers in wait abiding in the chamber. And he brake them from off his arms like a thread. 13 And Delilah said unto Samson, Hitherto thou hast mocked me, and told me lies: tell me wherewith thou mightest be bound. And he said unto her, If thou weavest the seven locks of my head with the web. 14 And she fastened it with the pin, and said unto him, The Philistines be upon thee, Samson. And he awaked out of his sleep, and went away with the pin of the beam, and with the web. 15 And she said unto him, How canst thou say, I love thee, when thine heart is not with me? thou hast mocked me these three times, and hast not told me wherein thy great strength lieth. 16 And it came to pass, when she pressed him daily with her words, and urged him, so that his soul was vexed unto death ; 17 That he told her all his heart, and said unto her, There hath not come a razor upon mine head ; for I have been a Nazarite unto God from my mother's womb : if I be shaven, then my strength will go from me, and I shall become weak, and be like any other man. 18 And when Delilah saw that he had told her all his heart, she sent and called for the lords of the Philistines, saying, Come up this once, for he hath shewed me all his heart. Then the lords of the Philistines came up unto* her, and brought money in their hand. 19 And she made him sleep upon her knees; and she called for a man, and she caused him to shave off the seven locks of his head ; and she be- gan to afflict him, and his strength went from him. 20 And she said, The Philistines be upon thee, Samson. And he awoke out of his sleep, and said, I will go out as at other times before, and shake myself. And he wist not that the Lord was departed from him. 21 But the Philistines took him, and put out his eyes, and brought him down to Gaza, and bound him with fetters of brass ; and he did grind in the prison house. 22 Howbeit the hair of his head began to grow again after he was shaven. 23 Then the lords of the Philistines gathered them together for to offer a great sacrifice unto Dagon their god, and to rejoice : for they said, Our god hath delivered Samson our enemy into our hand. 24 And when the people saw him, they praised their god: for they said, Our god hath delivered into our hands our enemy, and the destroyer of our country, which slew many of us. 25 And it came to pass, when their hearts were merry, that they said, Call for Samson, that he may make us sport. And they called for Sam- son out of the prison house; and he made them sport: and they set him between the pillars. 26 And Samson said unto the lad that held him by the hand, Suffer me that I may feel the pillars whereupon the house standeth, that I may lean upon them. 27 Now the house was full of men and women ; and all the lords of the Philistines were there; and there were upon the roof about three thous- and men and women, that beheld while Samson made sport. 28 And Samson called unto the Lord, and said, Lord God, remember me, I pray thee, and strengthen me, I pray thee, only this once, O God, that I may be at once avenged of the Philistines for my two eyes. 29 And Samson took hold of the two middle pil- lars upon which the house stood, and on which it was borne up, of the one with his right hand, and of the other with his left. 30 And Samson said, Let me die with the Phil- istines. And he bowed himself with all his might; and the house fell upon the lords, and upon all the people that were therein. So the dead which he slew at his death were more than they which he slew in his life. 31 Then his brethren and all the house of his father came down, and took him, and brought him up, and buried him between Zorah and Eshtaol in the buryingplace of Manoah his father. And he judged Israel twenty years. CHAPTER XVII. (17) 1 Of the money that Micah first stole, then restored, his mother maketh images, 5 and he ornaments for them. 7 He hireth a Levite to be his priest. A ND there was a man of mount Ephraim, -£\_ whose name was Micah. 2 And he said unto his mother, The eleven hun- dred shekels of silver that were taken from thee, about which thou cursedst, and spakest of also in mine ears, behold, the silver is with me; I took it. And his mother said, Blessed be thou of the Lord, my son. 3 And when he had restored the eleven hun- dred shekels of silver to his mother, his mother said, I had wholly dedicated the silver unto the Lord from my hand for my son, to make a graven image and a molten image: now therefore I will restore it unto thee. 4 Yet he restored the money unto his mother; and his mother took two hundred shekels of sil- ver, and gave them to the founder, who made thereof a graven image and a molten image: and they were in the house of Micah. 5 And the man Micah had an house of gods, and made an ephod, and teraphim, and conse- crated one of his sons, who became his priest. 201 The Danites send five men JUDGES, XVIII. (18) to seek an inheritance. 6 In those days there was no king in Israel, but every man did that which was right in his own eyes. 7 And there was a young man out of Beth- lehem- judah of the family of Judah, who was a Levite, and he sojourned there. 8 And the man departed out of the city from Beth-lehem-judah to sojourn where he could find a place: and he came to mount Ephraim to the house of Micah, as he journeyed. 9 And Micah said unto him, Whence comest thou? And he said unto him, I am a Levite of Beth-lehem-judah, and I go to sojourn where I may find a place. 10 And Micah said unto him, Dwell with me, and be unto me a father and a priest, and I will give thee ten shekels of silver by the year, and a suit of apparel, and thy victuals. So the Levite went in. 11 And the Levite was content to dwell with the man; and the young man was unto him as one of his sons. 12 And Micah consecrated the Levite; and the young man became his priest, and was in the house of Micah. 13 Then said Micah, Now know I that the Lord will doi me good, seeing I have a Levite to my priest. CHAPTER XVIII, (18) 1 The Danites send five men to seek out an inherit- ance. 3 At the house of Micah they consult with Jo- nathan, and are encouraged in their way. 7 They search Laish, and bring back news of good hope. 11 Six hundred men are sent to surprise it. 14 In the way they rob Micah of his priest and his consecrate things. 27 They win Laish, and call it Dan. 30 They set up idolatry, wherein Jonathan inherited the priest- hood. IN those days there was no king in Israel : and in those days the tribe of the Danites sought them an inheritance to dwell in ; for unto that day all their inheritance had not fallen unto them among the tribes of Israel. 2 And the children of Dan sent of their family five men from their coasts, men of valour, from Zorah, and from Eshtaol, to spy out the land, and to search it; and they said unto them, Go, search the land : who when they came to mount Ephraim, to the house of Micah, they lodged there. 3 When they were by the house of Micah, they knew the voice of the young man the Levite: and they turned in thither, and said unto him, Who brought thee hither? and what makest thou in this place? and what hast thou here? 4 And he said unto them, Thus and thus deal- eth Micah with me, and hath hired me, and I am his priest. 5 And they said unto him, Ask counsel, we pray thee, of God, that we may know whether our way which we go shall be prosperous. 6 And the priest said unto them, Go in peace: before the Lord is your way wherein ye go. 7 Then the five men departed, and came to Laish, and saw the people that were therein, how they dwelt careless, after the manner of the Zido- nians, quiet and secure; and there was no mag- istrate in the land, that might put them to shame in any thing; and they were far from the Zido- nians, and had no business with any man. 8 And they came unto> their brethren to Zorah and Eshtaol : and their brethren said unto them, What say ye? 9 And they said, Arise, that we may go up against them: for we have seen the land, and, be- hold, it is very good : and are ye still ? be not sloth- ful to go, and to enter to possess the land. 10 When ye go, ye shall come unto a people secure, and to a large land : for God hath given it into your hands; a place where there is no want of any thing that is in the earth. 11 And there went from thence of the family of the Danites, out of Zorah and out of Eshtaol, six hundred men appointed with weapons of war. 12 And they went up, and pitched in Kirjath- jearim, in Judah: wherefore they called that place Mahaneh-dan unto this day: behold, it is behind Kirjath-jearim. 13 And they passed thence unto mount Ephraim, and came unto the house of Micah. 14 Then answered the five men that went to spy out the country of Laish, and said unto their brethren, Do ye know that there is in these houses an ephod, and teraphim, and a graven image, and a molten image? now therefore consider what ye have to do. 15 And they turned thitherward, and came to the house of the young man the Levite, even unto the house of Micah, and saluted him. 16 And the six hundred men appointed with their weapons of war, which were of the children of Dan, stood by the entering of the gate. 17 And the five men that went to spy out the land went up, and came in thither, and took the graven image, and the ephod, and the teraphim, and the molten image: and the priest stood in the entering of the gate with the six hundred men that were appointed with weapons of war. 18 And these went into Micah's house, and fetched the carved image, the ephod, and the tera- phim, and the molten image. Then said the priest unto them, What do ye? 19 And they said unto him, Hold thy peace, lay thine hand upon thy mouth, and go' with us, and be to us a father and a priest: is it better for thee to be a priest unto the house of one man, or that thou be a priest unto a tribe and a family in Israel? 20 And the priest's heart was glad, and he took the ephod, and the teraphim, and the graven image, and went in the midst of the people. 21 So they turned and departed, and put the little ones and the cattle and the carriage before them. 22 And when they were a good way from the house of Micah, the men that were in the houses near to Micah's house were gathered together, and overtook the children of Dan. 23 And they cried unto the children of Dan. And they turned their faces, and said unto Micah, 202 J A Levite goeth to Beth-lehem JUDGES, XIX. (19) to bring home his wife. What aileth thee, that thou comest with such a company? 24 And he said, Ye have taken away my gods which I made, and the priest, and ye are gone away: and what have I more? and what is this that ye say unto me, What aileth thee? 25 And the children of Dan said unto him, Let not thy voice be heard among us, lest angry fel- lows run upon -thee, and thou lose thy life, with the lives of thy household. 2G And the children of Dan went their way: and when Micah saw that they were too strong for him, he turned and went back unto his house. 27 And they took the things which Micah had made, and the priest which he had, and came unto Laish, unto a people that were at quiet and se- cure: and they smote them with the edge of the sword, and burnt the city with fire. 28 And there was no deliverer, because it was far from Zidon, and they had no business with any man; and it was in the valley that lieth by Beth-rehob. And they built a city, and dwelt therein. 29 And they called the name of the city Dan, after the name of Dan their father, who was born unto Israel: howbeit the name of the city was Laish at the first. 30 And the children of Dan set up the graven image : and Jonathan, the son of Gershom, the son of Manasseh, he and his sons were priests to the tribe of Dan until the day of the captivity of the land. 31 And they set them up Micah's graven image, which he made, all the time that the house of God was in Shiloh. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 A Levite goeth to Beth-lehem to fetch home his wife. 16 An old man entertaineth him at Gibeah. 22 The Gibeonites abuse his concubine to death. 29 He di- videth her into twelve pieces, to send them to the twelve tribes. AND it came to pass in those days, when there was no king in Israel, that there was a cer- tain Levite sojourning on the side of mount Eph- raim, who took to him a concubine out of Beth- lehem-judah. 2 And his concubine played the whore against him, and went away from him unto her father's house to Beth-lehem-judah, and was there four whole months. 3 And her husband arose, and went after her, to speak friendly unto her, and to bring her again, having his servant with him, and a couple of asses: and she brought him into her father's house: and when the father of the damsel saw him, he rejoiced to meet him. 4 And his father in law, the damsel's father, re- tained him; and he abode with him. three days: so they did eat and drink, and lodged there. 5 And it came to pass on the fourth day, when they arose early in the morning, that he rose up to depart: and the damsel's father said unto his son in law, Comfort thine heart with a morsel of bread, and afterward go your way. 6 And they sat down, and did eat and drink both of them together: for the damsel's father had said unto the man, Be content, I pray thee, and tarry all night, and let thine heart be merry. 7 And when the man rose up to depart, his father in law urged him: therefore he lodged there again. 8 And he arose early in the morning on the fifth day to depart: and the damsel's father said, Comfort thine heart, I pray thee. And they tar- ried until afternoon, and they did eat both of them. 9 And when the man rose up to depart, he, and his concubine, and his servant, his father in law, the damsel's father, said unto him, Behold, now the day draweth toward evening, I pray you tarry all night: behold, the day groweth to an end, lodge here, that thine heart may be merry; and to morrow get you early on your way, that thou mayest go home. 10 But the man would not tarry that night, but he rose up and departed, and came over against Jebus, which is Jerusalem; and there were with him two asses saddled, his concubine also was with him. 11 And when they were by Jebus, the day was far spent; and the servant said unto his master, Come, I pray thee, and let us turn in into this city of the Jebusites, and lodge in it. 12 And his master said unto him, We will not turn aside hither into the city of a stranger, that is not of the children of Israel ; we will pass over to Gibeah. 13 And he said unto his servant, Come, and let us draw near to one of these places to lodge all night, in Gibeah, or in Ramah. 14 And they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down upon them when they were by Gibeah, which belongeth to Benjamin. 15 And they turned aside thither, to go in and to lodge in Gibeah: and when he went in, he sat him down in a street of the city : for there was no man that took them into his house to lodging. 16 And, behold, there came an old man from his work out of the field at even, which was also of mount Ephraim; and he sojourned in Gibeah: but the men of the place were Benjamites. 17 And when he had lifted up his eyes, he saw a wayfaring man in the street of the city: and the old man said, Whither goest thou? and whence comest thou? 18 And he said unto him, We are passing from Beth-lehem-judah toward the side of mount Eph- raim; from thence am I: and I went to Beth-le- hem-judah, but I am now going to the house of the Lord ; and there is no man that receiveth me to house. 19 Yet there is both straw and provender for our asses; and there is bread and wine also for me, and for thy handmaid, and for the young man which is with thy servants: there is no want of any thing. 20 And the old man said, Peace be with thee ; howsoever let all thy wants lie upon me; only lodge not in the street. 203 The Israelites go JUDGES, XX. (20) against Gibeah. 21 So he brought him into his house, and gave provender unto the asses; and they washed their feet, and did eat and drink. 22 Now as they were making their hearts merry, behold, the men of the city, certain sons of Belial, beset the house round about, and beat at the door, and spake to the master of the house, the old man, saying, Bring forth the man that came into thine house, that we may know him. 23 And the man, the master of the house, went out unto them, and said unto them, Nay, my brethren, nay, I pray you, do not so* wickedly ; see- ing that this man is come into mine house, do not this folly. 24 Behold, here is my daughter a maiden, and his concubine; them I will bring out now, and humble ye them, and do with them what seemeth good unto you: but unto this man do not so vile a thing. 25 But the men would not hearken to him: so the man took his concubine, and brought her forth unto them; and they knew her, and abused her all the night until the morning: and when the day began to spring, they let her go. 26 Then came the woman in the dawning of the day, and fell down at the door of the man's house where her lord was, till it was light. 27 And her lord rose up in; the morning, and opened the doors of the house, and went out to go his way: and, behold, the woman his concubine was fallen down at the door of the house, and her hands were upon the threshold. 28 And he said unto her, Up, and let us be go- ing. But none answered. Then the man took her up upon an ass, and the man rose up, and gat him unto his place. 29 And when he was come, into his house, he took a knife, and laid hold on, his concubine, and divided her, together with her bones, into twelve pieces, and sent her into all the coasts of Israel. 30 And it was so, that all that saw it said, There was no such deed done nor seen from the day that the children of Israel came up out of the land of Egypt unto this day: consider of it, take advice, and speak your minds. CHAPTEE XX. (20) 1 The Levite in a general assembly declareth his wrong. 8 The decree of the assembly. 12 The Benjamites, being cited, make head against the Israelites. 18 The Israelites in two battles lose forty thousand. 26 They destroy by a stratagem all the Benjamites, ex- cept six hundred. THEN all the children of Israel went out, and the congregation was gathered together as one man, from Dan even to Beer-sheba, with the land of Gilead, unto the Lord in Mizpeh. 2 And the chief of all the people, even of all the tribes of Israel, presented themselves in the assembly of the people of God, four hundred thousand footmen that drew sword. 3 (Now the children of Benjamin heard that the children of Israel were gone up to Mizpeh.) Then said the children of Israel, Tell us, how was this wickedness? 4 And the Levite, the husband of the woman that was slain, answered and said, I came into Gibeah that belongeth to Benjamin, I and my concubine, to lodge. 5 And the men of Gibeah rose against me, and beset the house round about upon me by night, and thought to have slain me : and my concubine have they forced, that she is dead. 6 And I took my concubine, and cut her in pieces, and sent her throughout all the country of the inheritance of Israel : for they have committed lewdness and folly in Israel. 7 Behold, ye are all children of Israel; give here your advice and counsel. 8 And all the people arose as one man, saying, We will not any of us go to his tent, neither will we any of us turn into, his house. 9 But now this shall be the thing which we will do to Gibeah; we will go up by lot against it; 10 And we will take ten men of an hundred throughout all the tribes of Israel, and an hun- dred of a thousand, and a thousand out of ten thousand, to fetch victual for the people, that they may do, when they come to Gibeah of Benjamin, according to all the folly that they have wrought in Israel. 11 So all the men of Israel were gathered against the city, knit together as one man. 12 And the tribes of Israel sent men through all the tribe of Benjamin, saying, What wicked- ness is this that is done among you? 13 Now therefore deliver us the men, the chil- dren of Belial, which are. in Gibeah, that we may put them to death, and put away evil from Israel. But the children of Benjamin would not hearken to the voice of their brethren the children of Israel : 14 But the children of Benjamin gathered themselves together out of the cities unto Gibeah, to go out to battle against the children of Israel. 15 And the children of Benjamin were num- bered at that time, out of the cities twenty and six thousand men that drew sword, beside the*in- habitants of Gibeah, which were numbered seven hundred chosen men. 16 Among all this people there were seven hun- dred chosen men lefthanded; every one could sling stones at an hair breadth, and" not miss. 17 And the men of Israel, beside Benjamin, were numbered four hundred thousand men that drew sword: all these were men of war. 18 And the children of Israel arose, and went up to the house of God, and asked counsel of God, and said, Which of us shall go up first to the bat- tle against the children of Benjamin? And the Lord said, Judah shall go up first. 19 And the children of Israel rose up in the morning, and encamped against Gibeah. 20 And the men of Israel went out to battle against Benjamin; and the men of Israel put themselves in array to fight against them at Gibeah. 21 And the children of Benjamin came forth out of Gibeah, and destroyed down to the ground 204 4 6 The Benjamites are smitten. JUDGES, XX. (20) Their desolation bewailed. of the Israelites that day twenty and two thous- and mem 22 And the people the men of Israel en- couraged themselves, and set their battle again in array in the place where they put themselves in array the first day. 23 (And the children of Israel went up and wept before the Lord until even, and asked coun- sel of the Lord, saving, Shall I go up again to bat- tle against the children of Benjamin my brother? And the Lord said, Go up against him.) 24 And the children of Israel came near against the children of Benjamin the second day. 25 And Benjamin went forth against them out of Gibeah the second day, and destroyed down to the ground of the children of Israel again eighteen thousand men ; all these drew the sword. 2G Then all the children of Israel, and all the people, went up, and came unto the house of God, and wept, and sat there before the Lord, and fasted that day until even, and offered burnt of- ferings and peace offerings before the Lord. 27 And the children of Israel enquired of the Lord, (for the ark of the covenant of God was there in those days, 28 And Phinehas, the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron, stood before it in those days.) saying, Shall I yet again go out to battle against the children of Benjamin my brother, or shall I cease? And the Lord said, Go up ; for to morrow I will deliver them into thine hand. 29 And Israel set liers in wait round abont Gibeah. 30 And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and put themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times. 31 And the children of Benjamin went out against the people, and were drawn away from the city; and they began to smite of the people, and kill, as at other times, in the highways, of which one goeth up to the house of God, and the other to Gibeah in the field, about thirty men of Israel. 32 And the children of Benjamin said, They are smitten down before us, as at the first. But the children of Israel said, Let us flee, and draw them from the city unto the highways. 33 And all the men of Israel rose up out of their place, and put themselves in array at Baal- tamar: and the liers in wait of Israel came forth out of their places, even out of the meadows of Gibeah. 34 And there came against Gibeah ten thous- and chosen men out of all Israel, and the battle was sore: but they knew not that evil was near them. 35 And the Lord smote Benjamin before Israel: and the children of Israel destroyed of the Ben^ jamites that day twenty and five thousand and an hundred men : all these drew the sword. 36 So the children of Benjamin saw that they were smitten : for the men of Israel gave place to the Benjamites, because they trusted unto the liers in wait which thev had set beside Gibeah. 37 And the liers in wait hasted, and rushed upon Gibeah; and the liers in wait drew them- selves along, and smote all the city with the edge of the sword. 38 Now there was an appointed sign between che men of Israel and the liers in wait, that they should make a great flame with smoke rise up out of the city. 39 And when the men of Israel retired in the battle, Benjamin began to smite and kill of the men of Israel about thirty persons: for they said, Surely they are smitten down before us, as in the first battle. 40 But when the flame began to arise up out of the city with a pillar of smoke, the Benjamites looked behind them, and, behold, the flame of the city ascended up to heaven. 41 And when the men of Israel turned again, the men of Benjamin were amazed: for they saw that evil was come upon them. 42 Therefore they turned their backs before the men of Israel unto the way of the wilderness; but the battle overtook them; and them which came out of the cities they destroyed in the midst of them. 43 Thus they inclosed the Benjamites round about, and chased them, and trode them down with ease over against Gibeah toward the sun- rising. 44 And there fell of Benjamin eighteen thous- and men ; all these were men of valour. 45 And they turned and fled toward the wilder- ness unto the rock of Bimmon : and they gleaned of them in the highways five thousand men ; and pursued hard after them unto Gidom, and slew two thousand men of them. 46 So that all which fell that day of Benjamin were twenty and five thousand men that drew the sword ; all these were men of valour. 47 But six hundred men turned and fled to the wilderness unto the rock Kimmon, and abode in the rock Bimmon four months. 48 And the men of Israel turned again upon the children of Benjamin, and smote them with the edge of the sword, as well the men of every city, as the beast, and all that came to hand: also they set on fire all the cities that they came to. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 The people bewail the desolation of Benjamin. 8 By the destruction of Jabesh-gilead they provide them four hundred wives. 16 They advise them to surprise the virgins that danced at Shiloh. "]YT" OW the men of Israel had sworn in Mizpeh, _I\ saying, There shall not any of us give his daughter unto Benjamin to wife. 2 And the people came to the house of God, and abode there till even before God, and lifted up their voices, and wept sore; 3 And said, O Lord God of Israel, why is this come to pass in Israel, that there should be to day one tribe lacking in Israel? 4 And it came to pass on the morrow, that the people rose early, and built there an altar, and of- fered burnt offerings and peace offerings. 205 They take by Surprise RUTH, I. (1) the virgins at Shiloh 1 5 And the children of Israel said, Who is there among all the tribes of Israel that came not up with the congregation unto the Lord? For they had made a great oath concerning him that came not up to the Lord to Mizpeh, saying, He shall surely be put to death. 6 And the children of Israel repented them for Benjamin their brother, and said, There is one tribe cut off from Israel this day. 7 How shall we do for wives for them that re- main, seeing we have sworn by the Lord that we will not give them of our daughters to wives? 8 And they said, What one is there of the tribes of Israel that came not up to Mizpeh to the Lord? And, behold, there came none to the camp from Jabesh-gilead to the assembly. 9 For the people were numbered, and, behold, there were none of the inhabitants of Jabesh- gilead there. 10 And the congregation sent thither twelve thousand men of the valiantest, and commanded them, saying, Go and smite the inhabitants of Ja- besh-gilead with the edge of the sword, with the women and the children. 11 And this is the thing ttfat ye shall do, Ye shall utterly destroy every male, and every wom- an that hath lain by man. 12 And they found among the inhabitants of Jabesh-gilead four hundred young virgins, that had known no man by lying with any male: and they brought them unto the camp to Shiloh, which is in the land of Canaan. 13 And the whole congregation sent some to speak to the children of Benjamin that were in the rock Kimmon, and to call peaceably unto them. 14 And Benjamin came again at that time; and they gave them wives which they had saved alive of the women of Jabesh-gilead: and yet so they sufficed them not. 15 And the people repented them for Benjamin, because that the Lord had made a breach in the tribes of Israel. 36 Then the elders of the congregation said, How shall we do for wives for them that remain, seeing the women are destroyed out of Benjamin? 17 And they said, There must be an inherit- ance for them that be escaped of Benjamin, that a tribe be not destroyed out of Israel. 18 Howbeit we may not give them wives of our daughters: for the children of Israel have sworn, saying, Cursed be he that giveth a wife to Ben- jamin. 19 Then they said, Behold, there is a feast of the Lord in Shiloh yearly in a place which is on the north side of Beth-el, on the east side of the highway that goeth up from Beth-el to Shechem, and on the south of Lebonah. 20 Therefore they commanded the children of Benjamin, saying, Go and lie in wait in the vine- yards; 21 And see, and, behold, if the daughters of Shiloh come out to dance in dances, then come ye out of the vineyards, and catch you every man his wife of the daughters of Shiloh, and go to the land of Benjamin. 22 And it shall be, when their fathers or their brethren come unto us to complain, that we will say unto them, Be favourable unto them for our sakes: because we reserved not to each man his wife in the war: for ye did not give unto> them at this time, that ye should be guilty. 23 And the children of Benjamin did so, and took them wives, according to their number, of them that danced, whom they caught: and they went and returned unto their inheritance, and repaired the cities, and dwelt in them. 24 And the children of Israel departed thence at that time, every man to his tribe and to his family, and they went out from thence every man to his inheritance. 25 In those days there was no king in Tsrael: every man did that which was right in his own eves. THE Book of Ruth. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Elimelech driven by famine into Moab, dieth there. 4 Mahlon and Chilion, having married wives of Moab, die also. 6 Naomi returning homeward, 8 dis- suadeth her two daughters in law from going with her. 14 Orpah leaveth her, but Ruth with great con- stancy aceompanieth her. 19 They two come to Beth- lehem, where they are gladly received. "TVT OW it came to pass in the days when the -1AI judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man of Beth-lehem-ju- dah went to sojourn in the country of Moab, he, and his wife, and his two sons. 2 And the name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife Naomi, and the name of his two sons Mahlon and Chilion, Ephrathites of Beth-lehem-judah. And they came into the coun- try of Moab, and continued there. 3 And Elimelech Naomi's husband died; and she was left, and her two sons. 4 And they took them wives of the women of Moab; the name of the one was Orpah, and the 2oe Ruth gleaneth in RUTH, II. (2) the fields of JBoaz. name of the other Ruth: and tney dwelled there about ten years. 5 And Mahlon and Ohilion died also both of them; and the woman was left of her two sons and her husband. 6 Then she arose with her daughters in law, that she might return from the country of Moab : for she had heard in the country of Moab how that the Lord had visited his people in giving them bread. 7 Wherefore she went forth out of the place where she was, and her two daughters in law with her; and they went on the way to return unto the land of Judah. 8 And Naomi said unto her two daughters in law, Go, return each to her mother's house: the Lord deal kindly with you, as ye have dealt with the dead, and with me. 9 The Lord grant you that ye may find rest, each of you in the house of her husband. Then she kissed them; and they lifted up their voice, and wept. 10 And they said unto her, Surely we will re- turn with thee unto thy people. 11 And Naomi said, Turn again, my daughters : why will ye go with me? are there yet any more sons in my womb, that they may be your hus- bands? 12 Turn again, my daughters, go your way ; for I am too old to have an husband. If I should say, I have hope, if I should have an husband also to night, and should also bear sons; 13 Would ye tarry for them till they were grown? would ye stay for them from having hus- bands? nay, my daughters; for it grieveth me much for your sakes that the hand of the Lord is gone out against me. 14 And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her. 15 And she said, Behold, thy sister in law is gone back unto her people, and unto her gods: re- turn thou after thy sister in law. 16 And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God: 17 Where thou diest, will I die, and there will I be buried : the Lord do so to me, and more also, if ought but death part thee and me. 18 When she saw that .she was stedfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking unto her. 19 So they two went until they came to Beth- lehem. And it came to pass, when they were come to Beth-lehem, that all the city was moved about them, and they said, Is this Naomi? 20 And she said unto them, Call me not Naomi, call me Mara: for the Almighty hath dealt very bitterly with me. 21 I went out full, and the Lord hath brought me home again empty: why then call ye me Nao- mi, seeing the Lord hath testified against me, and the Almighty hath afflicted me? 22 So Naomi returned, and Ruth the Moabitess, her daughter in law, with her, which returned out of the country of Moab: and they came to Beth- lehem in the beginning of barley harvest. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Ruth gleaneth in the fields of Boaz. 4 Boaz taking knowledge of her, 8 sheweth her great favour. 18 That which she got, she carrieth to Naomi. AND Naomi had a kinsman of her husband's, a mighty man of wealth, of the family of Elimelech; and his name was Boaz. 2 And Ruth the Moabitess said unto Naomi, Let me now go to the field, and glean ears of corn after him in whose sight I shall find grace. And she said unto her, Go> my daughter. 3 And she went, and came, and gleaned In the field after the reapers: and her hap was to Tight on a part of the field belonging unto Boaz, who was of the kindred of Elimelech. 4 And, behold, Boaz came from Beth-lehem, and said unto the reapers, The Lord be with you. And they answered him, The Lord bless thee. 5 Then said Boaz unto his servant that was set over the reapers, Whose damsel is this? .6. And the servant that was set over the reap- ers answered and said, It is the Moabitish damsel that came back with Naomi out of the country of Moab : 7 And she said, I pray you, let me glean and gather after the reapers among the sheaves: so she came, and hath continued even from the morn- ing until now, that she tarried a little hi the house. 8 Then said Boaz unto Ruth, Hearest thou not, my daughter? 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Boaz acknowledgeth EUTH, 111.(3) the right of a kinsman. 14 And Boaz said unto her, At mealtime come thou hither, and eat of the bread, and dip thy mor- sel in the vinegar. And she sat beside the reap- ers: and he reached her parched corn, and she did eat, and was sufficed, and left. 15 And when she was risen up to glean, Boaz commanded his young men, saying, Let her glean even among the sheaves, and reproach her not: 16 And let fall also some of the handfuls of purpose for her, and leave them, that she mav glean them, and rebuke her not. 17 So she gleaned in the field until even, and beat out that she had gleaned: and it was about an ephah of barley. 18 And she took it up, and went into the city: and her mother in law saw what she had gleaned: and she brought forth, and gave to her that she had reserved after she was sufficed. 19 And her mother in law said unto her, Where hast thou gleaned to day? and where wroughtest thou? blessed be he that did take knowledge of thee. And she shewed her mother in law with whom she had wrought, and said, The man's name with whom I wrought to day is Boaz. 20 And Naomi said unto her daughter in law, Blessed be he of the Lord, who hath not left off his kindness to the living and to the dead. And Naomi said unto her, The man is near of kin unto us, one of our next kinsmen. 21 And Ruth the Moabitess said, He said unto me also, Thou shalt keep fast by my young men, until they have ended all my harvest. 22 And Naomi said unto Ruth her daughter in law, It is good, my daughter, that thou go out with his maidens, that they meet thee not in any other field. 23 So she kept fast by the maidens of Boaz to glean unto the end of barley harvest and of wheat harvest; and dwelt with her mother in law. CHAPTER in. (3) 1 By Naomi's instruction, 5 Ruth lieth at Bonz's feet. 8 Boaz acknowledsreth the right of a kinsman. 14 He sendeth her away with sis measures of harley. THEN Naomi her mother in law said unto her, My daughter, shall I not seek rest for thee, that it may be well with thee? 2 And now is not Boaz of our kindred, with whose maidens thou wast? Behold, he winnow- eth barley to night in the threshingfloor. 3 Wash thyself therefore, and anoint thee, and put thy raiment upon thee, and get thee down to the floor: but make not thyself known unto the man, until he shall have done eating and drinking. 4 And it shall be, when he lieth down, that thou shalt mark the place where he shall lie, and thou shalt go in, and uncover his feet, and lay thee down; and he will tell thee what thou shalt do. 5 And she said unto her, All that thou sayest unto me I will do. 6 And she went down unto the floor, and did according to all that her mother in law bade her. 7 And when Boaz had eaten and drunk, and his heart was merry, he went to lie down at the end of the heap of corn : and she came softly, and un- covered his feet, and laid her down. 8 And it came to pass at midnight, that the man was afraid, and turned himself: and, behold, a woman lay at his feet. 9 And he said, Who art thou? And she answered, I am Ruth thine handmaid: spread therefore thy skirt over thine handmaid; for thou art a near kinsman. 10 And he said, Blessed be thou of the Lord, my daughter: for thou has shewed more kindness in the latter end than at the beginning, inasmuch as thou followedst not young man, whether poor or rich. 11 And now, my daughter, fear not; I will do to thee all that thou requirest: for all the city of my people doth know that thou art a virtuous woman. 12 And now it is true that I am thy near kins- man : howbeit there is a kinsman nearer than I. 13 Tarry this night, and it shall be in the morn- ing, that if he will perform unto thee the part of a kinsman, well; let him do the kinsman's part: but if he will not do the part of a. kinsman to thee, then will I do the part of a kinsman to thee, as the Lord liveth: lie down until the morning. 14 And she lay at his feet until the morning: and she rose up before one could know another. And he said, Let it not be known that a woman came into the floor. 15 Also he said, Bring the vail that thou hast upon thee, and hold it. And when she held it, he measured six measures of barley, and laid it on her: and she went into the city. 16 And when she came to her mother in law, she said, Who art thou, my daughter? And she told her all that the man had done to her. 17 And she said, These six measures of barley gave he me ; for he said to me, Go not empty unto thy mother in law. 18 Then said she, Sit still, my daughter, until thou know how the matter will fall : for the man will not be in rest, until he have finished the thing this day. CHAPTER TV. (4J 1 Boaz calleth into judgment the next kinsman. f> He refuseth the redemption according to the man- ner in Israel. 9 Boaz buyeth the inheritance. tl He marrieth Ruth. 13 She beareth Obed the grand- father of David. 18 The generation of Pharez. THEN went Boaz up to the gate, and sat him down there: and, behold, the kinsman of whom Boaz spake came by; unto whom he said, Ho, such a one! turn aside, sit down here. And he turned aside, and sat down. 2 And he took ten men of the elders of the city, and said, Sit ye down here. And they sat down. 3 And he said unto the kinsman, Naomi, that is come again out of the country of Moab, selleth a parcel of land, which was our brother Eli- melech's: 4 And I thought to advertise thee, saying, Buy 208 Boaz taketh I. SAMUEL I. (1) Ruth to wife. it before the inhabitants, and before the elders Of my people. If thou wilt redeem it, redeem it: but if thou wilt not redeem it, then tell me, that I may know : for there is none to redeem it beside thee; and I am after thee. And he said, I will redeem it. 5 Then said Boaz, What day thou buyest the field of the hand of Naomi, thou must buy it also of Ruth the Moabitess, the wife of the dead, to raise up the name of the dead upon his inherit- ance. 6 And the kinsman said, I cannot redeem it for myself, lest I mar mine own inheritance: re- deem thou my right to thyself; for I cannot re- deem it. 7 Now this was the manner in former time in Israel concerning redeeming and concerning changing, for to confirm all things ; a man plucked off his shoe, and gave it to his neighbour: and this was a testimony in Israel. 8 Therefore the kinsman said unto Boaz, Buy It for thee. So he drew off his shoe. 9 And Boaz said unto the elders, and unto all the people, Ye are witnesses this day, that I have bought all that was Elimelech's, and all that was Chilion's and Mahlon's, of the hand of Naomi. 10 Moreover Ruth the Moabitess, the wife of Mahlon, have I purchased to be my wife, to raise up the name of the dead upon his inheritance, that the name of the dead be not cut off from among his brethren, and from the gate of his place: ye are witnesses this day. 11 And all the people that were in the gate, and the elders, said, We are witnesses. The Lord make the woman that is come into thine house like Rachel and like Leah, which two did build the house of Israel : and do thou worthily in Ephratah, and be famous in Beth-lehem: 12 And let thy house be like the house of Pharez, whom Tamar bare unto Judah, of the seed which the Lord shall give thee of this young woman. 13 So Boaz took Ruth, and she was his wife: and when he went in unto her, the Lord gave her conception, and she bare a son. 14 And the women said unto Naomi, Blessed be the Lord, which hath not left thee this day with- out a kinsman, that his name may be famous in Israel. 15 And he shall be unto thee a restorer of thy life, and a nourisher of thine old age: for thy daughter in law, which loveth thee, which is bet- ter to thee than seven sons, hath born him. 16 And Naomi took the child, and laid it in her bosom, and became nurse unto it. 17 And the women her neighbours gave it a name, saying, There is a son born to Naomi; and they called his name Obed: he if- the father of Jesse, the father of David. 18 Now these are the generations of Pharez: Pharez begat Hezron, 19 And Hezron begat Ram, and Ram begat Amminadabj 20 And Amminadab beg*\t Nahshon, and Nahshon begat Salmon, 21 And Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed, ' 22 And Obed begat Jess»e, and Jesse begat David. THE First Book of Samuel. OTHERWISE CALLED THE FIRST BOOK OF THE KINGS. CHAPTER L (1) 1 Elkanah a Levlte, having two wives, worshippeth yearly at Shiloh. 4 He cherished Hannah, though barren, and provoked by Peninnah. 9 Hannah in grief prayeth for a child. 12 Eli first rebuking her,, afterwards blesseth her. 19 Hannah having born Samuel, stayeth at home till he be weaned. 24 She presenteth him, according to her vow, to the LORD. TVT OW there was a certain man of Ramathaim- -L* zophim, of mount Ephraim, and his name was Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eli- hu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Epb- rathite: 2 And he had two wives; the name of the one was Hannah, and the name of the other Penin- nah: and Peninnah had children, but Hannah had no children. 3 And this man went up out of his city yearly to worship and to sacrifice unto the Lord of hosts in Shiloh. And the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, the priests of the Lord, were there. 4 And when the time was that Elkanah offered, he gave to Peninnah his wife, and to all her sons and her daughters, portions: 5 But unto Hannah he gave a worthy portion; for he loved Hannah: but the Lord had shut up her womb. 6 And her adversary also provoked her sore, for to make her fret, because the Lord had shut up her womb. 7 And as he did so year by year, when she went up to the house of the Lord, so she provoked her; therefore she wept, and did not eat. aoe i°7 Samuel is born. I. SAMUEL, II. (2) Hannah's song of Thanksgiving. 8 Then said Elkanah her husband to her, Han- nah, why weepest thou? and why eatest thou not? and why is thy heart grieved? am not I better to thee than ten sons? 9 Bo Hannah rose up after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk. Now Eli the priest sat upon a seat by a post of the temple of the Lord. 10 And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the Lord, and wept sore. 11 And she Towed a vow, and said, O Lord of hosts, if thou wilt indeed look on the affliction of thine handmaid, and remember me, and not for- get thine handmaid, but wilt give unto thine handmaid a man child, then I will give him unto the Lord all the days of his life, and there shall no razor come upon his head. 12 And it came to pass, as she continued pray- ing before the Lord, that Eli marked her mouth. 13 Now Hannah, she spake in her heart; only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard: therefore Eli thought she had been drunken. 14 And Eli said unto her, How long wilt thou be drunken? put away thy wine from thee. 15 And Hannah answered and said, No, my lord, I am a woman of a sorrowful spirit : I have drunk neither wine nor strong drink, but have poured out my soul before the Lord. 16 Count not thine handmaid for a daughter of Belial : for out of the abundance of my complaint and grief have I spoken hitherto. 17 Then Eli answered and said, Go in peace: and the God of Israel grant thee thy petition that thou hast asked of him. 18 And she said, Let thine handmaid find grace in thy sight. So the woman went her way, and did eat, and her countenance was no more sad. 19 And they rose up in the morning early, and worshipped before the Lord, and returned, and came to their house to Eamah: and Elkanah knew Hannah his wife; and the Lord remem- bered her. 20 Wherefore it came to pass, when the time was come about after Hannah had conceived, that she bare a son, and called his name Samuel, say* ing, Because I have asked him of the Lord. 21 And the man Elkanah, and all his house, went up to offer unto the Lord the yearly sacrifice, and his vow. 22 But Hannah went not up ; for she said unto her husband, I will not go up until the child be weaned, and then I will bring him, that he may appear before the Lord, and there abide for ever. 23 And Elkanah her husband said unto her, Do what seemeth thee good; tarry until thou have weaned him; only the Lord establish his word. So the woman abode, and gave her son suck until she weaned him. 24 And when she had weaned him, she took him up with her, with three bullocks, and one ephah of flour, and a bottle of wine, and brought him unto the house of the Lord in Shiloh: and the child was young. 25 And they slew a bullock, and brought the child to Eli. 26 And she said, Oh my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord, I am the woman that stood by thee nere, praying unto the Lord. 27 For this child I prayed ; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of him: 28 Therefore also I have lent him to the Lord; as long as he liveth he shall be lent to the Lord. And he worshipped the Lord there. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Hannah's song in thankfulness. 12 The sin of Eli's sons. 18 Samuel's ministry. 20 By Eli's blessing Hannah is more fruitful. 22 Eli reproveth his sons. 27 A prophecy against Eli's house. AND Hannah prayed, and said, My heart re- joiceth in the Lord, mine horn is exalted in the Lord: my mouth is enlarged over mine ene- mies; because I rejoice in thy salvation. 2 There is none holy as the Lord: for there is none beside thee: neither is there any rock like our God. 3 Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed. 4 The bows of the mighty men are broken, and they that stumbled are girded with strength. 5 They that were full have hired out them- selves for bread; and they that were hungry ceased: so that the barren hath born seven; and she that hath many children is waxed feeble. 6 The Lord killeth, and maketh alive: he bring- eth down to the grave, and bringeth up. 7 The Lord maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up. 8 He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth are the Lord's, and he hath set the world upon them. 9 He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail. 10 The adversaries of the Lord shall be broken to pieces; out of heaven shall he thunder upon them: the Lord shall judge the ends of the earth; and he shall give strength unto his king, and ex- alt the horn of his anointed. 11 And Elkanah went to Ramah to his house. And the child did minister unto the Lord before Eli the priest 12 Now the sons of Eli were sons of Belial; they knew not the Lord. 13 And the priest's custom with the people was, that, when any man offered sacrifice, the priest's servant came, while the flesh was in seething, with a fleshhook of three teeth in his hand; 14 And he struck it into the pan, or kettle, or caldron, or pot; all that the fleshhook brought up the priest took for himself. So they did in Shi- loh unto all the Israelites that came thither. 15 Also before they burnt the fat, the priest's servant came, and said to the man that sacrificed, 210 Samuel's ministry. I. SAMUEL, III. (3) The Lord calleth Samuel. Give flesh to roast for the priest; for he will not have sodden flesh of thee, but raw. 16 And if any man said unto him, Let them not fail to burn the fat presently, and then take as much as thy soul desireth; then he would answer him, Nay; but thou shalt give it me now: and if not, I will take it by force. 17 Wherefore the sin of the young men was very great before the Lord: for men abhorred the offering of the Lord. 18 But Samuel ministered before the Lord, be- ing a child, girded with a linen ephod. 19 Moreover his mother made him a little coat, and brought it to him from year to year, when she came up with her husband to offer the yearly sacrifice. 20 And Eli blessed Elkanah and his wife, and said, The Lord give thee seed of this woman for the loan which is lent to the Lord. And they went unto their own home. 21 And the Lord visited Hannah, so that she conceived, and bare three sons and two daugh- ters. And the child Samuel grew, before the Lord. 22 Now Eli was very old, and heard all that his sons did unto all Israel; and how they lay with the women that assembled at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. • 23 And he said unto them, Why do ye such things? for I hear of your evil dealings by all this people. 24 Nay, my sons; for it is no good report that I hear: ye make the Lord's people to transgress. 25 If one man sin against another, the judge shall judge him: but if a man sin against the Lord, who shall intreat for him? Notwithstand- ing they hearkened not unto the voice of their father, because the Lord would slay them. 26 And the child Samuel grew on, and was in favour both with the Lord, and also with men. 27 And there came a man of God unto Eli, and said unto him, Thus saith the Lord, Did 1 plainly appear unto the house of thy father, when they were in Egypt in Pharaoh's house? 28 And did I choose him out of all the tribes of Israel to be my priest, to offer upon mine altar, to burn incense, to wear an ephod before me? and did I give unto the house of thy father all the of- ferings made by fire of the children of Israel? 29 Wherefore kick ye at my sacrifice and at mine offering, which I have commanded in my habitation; and honourest thy sons above me, to make yourselves fat with the chiefest of all the offerings of Israel my people? 30 Wherefore the Lord God of Israel saith, I said indeed that thy house, and the house of thy father, should walk before me for ever: but now the Lord saith, Be it far from me; for them that honour me I will honour, and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed. 31 Behold, the days come, that I will cut off thine arm, and the arm of thy father's house, that there shall not be an old man in thine house. 32 And thou shalt see an enemy in my habita- tion, in all the wealth which God shall give Israel : and there shall not be an old man in thine house for ever. 33 And the man of thine, whom I shall not cut off from mine altar, shall be to consume thine eyes, and to grieve thine heart: and all the in- crease of thine house shall die in the flower of their age. 34 And this shall be a sign unto thee, that shall come upon thy two sons, on Hophni and Phinehas; in one day they shall die both of them. 35 And I will raise me up a faithful priest, that shall do according to that which is in mine heart and in my mind : and I will build him a sure house ; and he shall walk before mine anointed for ever. 36 And it shall come to pass, that every one that is left in thine house shall come and crouch to him for a piece of silver and a morsel of bread, and shall say, Put me, I pray thee, into one of the priests' offices, that I may eat a piece of bread. CHAPTER ni. (3) 1 How the word of the Lord was first revealed to Sam- uel. 11 God telleth Samuel the destruction of Eli's house. 15 Samuel, though loth, telleth Eii the vision. 19 Samuel groweth in credit. AND the child Samuel ministered unto the Lord before Eli. And the word of the Lord was precious in those days; there was no open vision. 2 And it came to pass at that time, wfien Eli was laid down in his place, and his eyes began to wax dim, that he could not see; 3 And ere the lamp of God went out in the temple of the Lord, where the ark of God was, and Samuel was laid down to sleep; 4 That the Lord called Samuel: and he answered, Here am I. 5 And he ran unto Eli, and said, Here am I; for thou calledst me. And he said, I called not; lie down again. And he went and lay down. 6 And the Lord called yet again, Samuel. And Samuel arose and went to Eli, and said, Here am I; for thou didst call me. And he answered, I called not, my son ; lie down again. 7 Now Samuel did not yet know the Lord, neither was the word of the Lord yet revealed unto him. 8 And the Lord called Samuel again the third time. And he arose and went to Eli, and said, Here am I; for thou didst call me. And Eli per- ceived that the Lord had called the child. 9 Therefore Eli said unto Samuel, Go, lie down : and it shall be, if he call thee, that thou shalt say, Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth. So Samuel went and lay down in his place. 10 And the Lord came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, Speak; for thy servant heareth. 11 And the Lord said to Samuel, Behold, I will do a thing in Israel, at which both the ears of every one that heareth it shall tingle. 12 In that day I will perform against Eli all things which I have spoken concerning his house: when I begin, I will also make an end. 211 ho fof The Israelites overcome, and I. SAMUEL, IV. (4) the ark of God taken. 13 For I have told him that I will judge his house for ever for the iniquity which he knoweth ; because his sons made themselves vile, and he re- strained them not. 14 And therefore I have sworn unto the house of Eli, that the iniquity of Eli's house shall not be purged with sacrifice nor offering for ever. 15 And Samuel lay until the morning, and opened the doors of the house of the Lord. And Samuel feared to shew Eli the vision. 16 Then Eil called Samuel, and said, Samuel, my son. And he answered, Here am I. 17 And he said, What is the thing that the Lord hath said unto thee? I pray thee hide it not from me: God do so tc thee, and more also, if thou hide any thing from me of all the things that he said unto thee. 18 And Samuel told him every whit, and hid nothing from him. And he said, It is the Lord: let him do what seemeth him good. 19 And Samuel grew, and the Lord was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground. 20 And all Israel from Dan even to Beer-sheba knew that Samuel was established to be a prophet of the Lord. 21 And the Lord appeared again in Shiloh: for the Lord revealed himself to Samuel in Shiloh by the word of the Lord. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 The Israelites are overcome by the Philistines at Eben- ezer. 3 They fetch the ark unto the terror of the Philistines. 10 They are smitten again, the ark taken, Hophri and Fhinehas are slain, 12 Eli at the news, falling backward, breaketh his neck. 19 Phinehas' wife, discouraged in her travail with I-chabod, dieth. AXD the word of Samuel came to all Israel. Now Israel went out against the Philistines to battle, and pitched beside Eben-ezer : and the Philistines pitched in Aphek. 2 And the Philistines put themselves in array against Israel : and when they joined battle, Is- rael was smitten before the Philistines: and they slew of the army in the field about four thousand men. 3 And when the people were come into the camp, the elders of Israel said, "Wherefore hath the Lord smitten us today before the Philistines? Let us fetch the ark of the covenant of the Lord out of Shiloh unto us, that, when it cometh among us, it may save us out of the hand of our enemies. 4 So the people sent to Shiloh, that they might bring from thence the ark of the covenant of the Lord of hosts, which dwelleth between the cheru- bims: and the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, were there with the ark of the covenant of God. 5 And when the ark of the covenant of the Lord came into the camp, all Israel shouted with a great shout, so that the earth rang again. 6 And when the Philistines heard the noise of the shout, they said, What meaneth the noise of this great shout in the camp of the Hebrews? And they understood that the ark of the Lord was come into the camp. 7 And the Philistines were afraid, for they said, God is come into the camp. And they said, Woe unto us! for there hath not been such a thing heretofore. 8 Woe unto us! who shall deliver us out of the hand of these mighty Gods? these are the Gods that smote the Egyptians with all the plagues in the wilderness. 9 Be strong, and quit yourselves like men, O ye Philistines, that ye be not servants unto the He- brews, as they have been to you: quit yourselves like men, and fight. 10 And the Philistines fought, and Israel was smitten, and they fled every man into his tent: and there was a very great slaughter; for there fell of Israel thirty thousand footmen. 11 And the ark of God as taken ; and the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, were slain. 12 And there ran a man of Benjamin out of the army, and came to Shiloh the same day with his clothes rent, and with earth upon his head. 13 And when he came, lo, Eli sat upon a seat by the wayside watching: for his heart trembled for the ark of God. And when the man came into the city, and told it, all the city cried out. 14 And when Eli heard the noise of the crying, he said, What meaneth the noise of this tumult? And the man came in hastily, and told Eli. 15 Now Eli was ninety and eight years old; and his eyes were dim, that he could not see, 16 And the man said unto Eli, I am he that came out of the army, and I fled to day out of the army. And he said, What is there done, my son? 17 And the messenger answered and said, Is- rael is fled before the Philistines, and there hath been also a great slaughter among the people, and thy two sons also, Hophni and Phinehas, are dead, and the ark of God is taken. 18 And it came to pass, when he made mention of the ark of God, that he fell from off the seat backward by the side of the gate, and his neck brake, and he died: for he was an old man, and heavy. And he had judged Israel forty years. 19 And his daughter in law, Phinehas' wife, was with child, near to be delivered: and when she heard the tidings that the ark of God was taken, and that her father in law and her hus- band were dead, she bowed herself and travailed; for her pains came upon her. 20 And about the time of her death the women that stood by her said unto her, Fear not ; for thou hast born a son. But she answered not, neither did she regard it. 21 And she named the child I-chabod, saying, The glory is departed from Israel : because the ark of God was taken, and because of her father in law and her husband. 22 And she said, The glory is departed from Is- rael : for the ark-of God is taken. 212 The Philistines I. SAMUEL, V. (5) send back the ark. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The Philistines having brought the ark into Ashdod, Bet it in the house of Dagon. 3 Dagon is smitten down and cut in pieces, and they of Ashdod smitten with emerods. 8 So God dealeth with them of Gath when it was brought thither; 10 and so with them of Ekron, when it was brought thither. AND the Philistines took the ark of God, and brought it from Eben-ezer unto Ashdod. 2 "When the Philistines took the ark of God, they brought it into the house of Dagon, and set it by Dagon. 3 And when they of Ashdod arose early on the morrow, behold, Dagon was fallen upon his face to the earth before the ark of the Lord. And they took Dagon, and set him in his place again. 4 And when they arose early on the morrow morning, behold, Dagon was fallen upon his face to the ground before the ark of the Lord ; and the head of Dagon and both the palms of his hands were cut off upon the threshold; only the stump of Dagon was left to him. 5 Therefore neither the priests of Dagon, nor any that come into Dagon's house, tread on the threshold of Dagon in Ashdod unto this day. 6 But the hand of the Lord was heavy upon them of Ashdod, and he destroyed them, and smote them with emerods, even Ashdod and the coasts thereof. 7 And when the men of Ashdod saw that it was so, they said, The ark of the God of Israel shall not abide with us: for his hand is sore upon us, and upon Dagon our god. 8 They sent therefore and gathered all the lords of the Philistines unto them, and said, What shall we do with the ark of the God of Israel? And they answered, Let the ark of the God of Is- rael be carried about unto Gath. And they car- ried the ark of the God of Israel about thither. 9 And it was so, that, after they had carried it about, the hand of the Lord was against the city with a very great destruction: and he smote the men of the city, both small and great, and they had emerods in their secret parts. 10 Therefore they sent the ark of God to Ekron. And it came to pass, as the ark of God came to Ekron, that the Ekronites cried out, saying, They have brought about the ark of the God of Israel to us, to slay us and our people. 11 So they sent and gathered together all the lords of the Philistines, and said, Send away the ark of the God of Israel, and let it go again to his own place, that it slay us not, and our people: for there was a deadly destruction throughout all the city; the hand of God was very heavy there. 12 And the men that died not were smitten with the emerods : and the cry of the city went up to heaven. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 After seven months the Philistines take counsel how to send back the ark. 10 They bring it on a new cart with an offering unto Beth-shemesh. 19 The people are smitten for looking into the ark. 21 They send to them of Kirjath-jearim to fetch it. AND the ark of the Lord was in the country of the Philistines seven months. 2 And the Philistines called for the priests and the diviners, saying, What shall we do to the ark of the Lord? tell us wherewith we shall send it to his place. 3 And they said, If ye send away the ark of the God of Israel, send it not empty ; but in any wise return him a trespass offering: then ye shall be healed, and it shall be known to you why his hand is not removed from you. 4 Then said they, What shall be the trespass offering which we shall return to him? They answered, Five golden emerods, and five golden mice, according to the number of the lords of the Philistines: for one plague was on you all, and on your lords. 5 WLerefore ye shall make images of your emerods, and images of your mice that mar the land; and ye shall give glory unto the God of Is- rael : peradventure he will lighten his hand from off you, and from off your gods, and from off your land. 6 Wherefore then do ye harden your hearts, as the Egyptians and Pharaoh hardened their hearts? when he had wrought wonderfully among them, did they not let the people go, and they de- parted? 7 Now therefore make a new cart, and take two milch kine, on which there hath come no yoke, and tie the kine to the cart, and bring their calves home from them: 8 And take the ark of the Lord, and lay it upon the cart; and put the jewels of gold, which ye re- turn him for a trespass offering, in a coffer by the side thereof ; and send it away, that it may go. 9 And see, if it goeth up by the way of his own coast to Beth-shemesh, then he hath done us this great evil : but if not, then we shall know that it is not his hand that smote us; it was a chance that happened to us. 10 And the men did so; and took two milch kine, and tied them to the cart, and shut up their calves at home: 11 And they laid the ark of the Lord upon the cart, and the coffer with the mice of gold and the images of their emerods. 12 And the kine took the straight way to the way of Beth-shemesh, and went along the high- way, lowing as they went, and turned not aside to the right hand or to the left; and the lords of the Philistines went after them unto the border of Beth-shemesh. 13 And they of Beth-shemesh were reaping their wheat harvest in the valley: and they lifted up their eyes, and saw the ark, and rejoiced to see it. 14 And the cart came into the field of Joshua, a Beth-shemite, and stood there, where there was a great stone : and they clave the wood of the cart, and offered the kine a burnt offering unto the Lord. 15 And the Levites took down the ark of the Lord, and the coffer that was with it, wherein the jewels of gold were, and put them on the great stone: and the men of Beth-shemesh offered burnt aia VI The Philistines are subdued. I. SAMUEL, VII. (7) The Israelites ask a King. offerings and sacrificed sacrifices the same day unto the Lord. 16 And when the five lords of the Philistines had seen it, they returned to Ekron the same day. 17 And these are the golden emerods which the Philistines returned for a trespass offering unto the Lord ; for Ashdod one, for Gaza one, for Aske- lon one, for Gath one, for Ekron one ; 18 And the golden mice, according to the num- ber of all the cities of the Philistines belonging to the five lords, both of fenced cities, and of coun- try villages, even unto the great stone of Abel, whereon they set down the ark of the Lord : which stone remaineth unto this day in the field of Joshua, the Beth-shemite. 19 And he smote the men of Beth-shemesh, be- cause they had looked into the ark of the Lord, even he smote of the people fifty thousand and threescore and ten men: and the people lamented, because the Lord had smitten many of the people with a great slaughter. 20 And the men of Beth-shemesh said, Who is able to stand before this holy Lord God? and to whom shall he go up from us? 21 And they sent messengers to the inhabit- ants of Kirjath-jearim, saying, the Philistines have brought again the ark of the Lord; come ye down, and fetch it up to you. CHAPTER VIL (!) 1 They of Kirjath-jearim bring the ark into the house of Abinadab, and sanctify Eleazar his son to keep it. 2 After twenty years 3 the Israelites, by Samuel's means, solemnly repent at Mizpeh. 7 While Samuel prayeth and sacrificeth, the Lord discomfiteth the Phil- istines by thunder at Eben-ezer. 13 The Philistines are subdued. 15 Samuel peaceably and* religiously judgeth Israel. AND the men of Kirjath-jearim came, and fetched up the ark of the Lord, and brought it into the house of Abinadab in the hill, and sanctified Eleazar his son to keep the ark of the Lord. 2 And it came to pass, while the ark abode* in Kirjath-jearim, that the time was long; for it was twenty years: and all the house of Israel la- mented after the Lord. 3 And Samuel spake unto all the house of Is- rael, saying, If ye do return unto the Lord with all your hearts, then put away the strange gods and Ashtaroth from among you, and prepare your hearts unto the Lord, and serve him only : and he will deliver you out. of the hand of the Philistines. 4 Then the children of Israel did put away Baalim and Ashtaroth, and served the Lord only. 5 And Samuel said, Gather all Israel to Miz- peh, and I will pray for you unto the Lord. 6 And they gathered together to Mizpeh, and drew water, and poured it out before the Lord, and fasted on that day, and said there. We have sinned against the Lord. And Samuel judged the children of Israel in Mizpeh. 7 And when the Philistines heard that the chil- dren of Israel were gathered together to Mizpeh, the lords of the Philistines went up against Is- rael. And when the children of Israel heard it, they were afraid of the Philistines. 8 And the children of Israel said to Samuel, Cease not to cry unto the Lord our God for us, that he will save us out of the hand of the Phil- istines. 9And Samuel took a sucking lamb, and offered it for a burnt offering wholly unto the Lord: acd Samuel cried unto the Lord for Israel; asa. the Lord heard him. 10 And as Samuel was offering up the burnt of » fering, the Philistines drew near to battle against Israel : but the Lord thundered with a great thun- der on that day upon the Philistines, and dis- comfited them; and they were smitten before Israel. 11 And the men of Israel went out of Mizpeh, and pursued the Philistines, and smote them, un- til they came under Beth-car. 12 Then Samuel took a stone, and set it be- tween Mizpeh and Shen, and called the name of it Eben-ezer, saying, Hitherto hath the Lord helped us. 13 So the Philistines were subdued, and they came no more into the coast of Israel: and the hand of the Lord was against the Philistines all the days of Samuel. 14 And the cities which the Philistines had taken from Israel were restored to Israel, from Ekron even unto Gath; and the coasts thereof did Israel deliver out of the hands of the Philistines. And there was peace between Israel and the Amorites. 15 And Samuel judged Israel all the days of his life. 18 And he went from year to year in circuit to Beth-el, and Gilgal, and Mizpeh, and judged Israel in all those places. 17 And his return was to Ramah; for there was his house; and there he judged Israel; and there he built an altar unto the Lord. CHAPTER Vin. (8) 1 By occasion of the ill government of Samuel's sons, the Israelites ask a king. 6 Samuel praying in grief, is comforted by God: He telleth the manner of a king. 19 God willeth Samuel to yield unto the impor- tunity of the people. AND it came to pass, when Samuel was old, that he made his sons judges over Israel. 2 Now the name of his firstborn was Joel ; and the name of his second, Abiah: they were judges in Beer-sheba. 3 And his sons walked not in his ways, but turned aside after lucre, and took bribes, and per- verted judgment. 4 Then all the elders of Israel gathered them- selves together, and came to Samuel unto Ramah, 5 And said unto him, Behold, thou art old, and thy sons walk not in thy ways: now make us a king to judge us like all the nations. 6 But the thing displeased Samuel, when they said, Give us a king to judge us. And Samuel prayed unto the Lord. 7 And the Lord said unto Samuel, Hearken 214 Saul cometh I. SAMUEL, IX. (9) to Samuel. unto the voice of the people in all that they say unto thee: for they have not rejected thee, but they have rejected me, that I should not reign over them. 8 According to all the works which they have done since the day that I brought them up out of Egypt even unto this day, wherewith they have forsaken me, and served other gods, so do they also unto thee. 9 Now therefore hearken unto their voice: how- beit yet protest solemnly unto them, and shew them the manner of the king that shall reign over them. 10 And Samuel told all the words of the Lord unto the people that asked of him a king. 11 And he said, This will be the manner of the king that shall reign over you : He will take your sons, and appoint them for himself, for his chari- ots, and to be his horsemen; and some shall run before his chariots. 12 And he wiill appoint him captains over thousands, and captains over fifties; and will set them to ear his ground, and to reap his harvest, and to make his instruments of war, and instru- ments of his chariots. 13 And he will take your daughters to be con- fectionaries, and to be cooks, and to be bakers. 14 And he will take your fields, and your vine- yards, and your oliveyards, even the best of them, and give them to his servants. 15 And he will take the tenth of your seed, and of your vineyards, and give to his officers, and to his servants. 16 And he will take your menservants, and your maidservants, and your goodliest young men, and your asses, and put them to his work. 17 He will take the tenth of your sheep: and ye shall be his servants. 18 And ye shall cry out in that day because of your king which ye shall have chosen you; and the Lord will not hear you in that day. 19 Nevertheless the people refused to obey the voice of Samuel; and they said, Nay; but we will have a king over us; 20 That we also may be like all the nations; and that our king may judge us, and go on': be- fore us, and fight our battles. 21 And Samuel heard all the words of the peo- ple, and he rehearsed them in the ears of the Lord. 22 And the Lord said to Samuel, Hearken unto their voice, and make them a king. And Samuel said unto the men of Israel, Go ye every man unto his city. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 Saul despairing to find his father's asses, 6 by the counsel of his servant, 11 and direction of young maid- ens, 15 according to God's revelation, 18 cometh to Samuel. 19 Samuel entertaineth Saul at the feast. 25 Samuel, after secret communication, bringeth Saul on his way. ~TVT OW there was a man of Benjamin, whose -I- ^ name was Kish, the son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Bechorath, the son of Aphiah, a Benjamite, a mighty man of power. 2 And he had a son, whose name was Saul, a choice young man, and a goodly: and there was not among the children of Israel a goodlier per- son than he: from his shoulders and upward he was higher than any of the people. 3 And the asses of Kish Saul's father were lost. And Kish said to Saul his son, Take now one of the servants with thee, and arise, go seek the asses. 4 And he passed through mount Ephraim, and passed through the land of Shalisha, but they found them not: then they passed through the land of Shalim, and there they were not: and he passed through the land of the Benjamites, but they found them not. 5 And when they were come to the land of Zuph, Saul said to his servant that was with him, Come, and let us return ; lest my father leave car- ing for the asses, and take thought for us. 6 And he said unto him, Behold now, there is in this city a man of God, and he is an honourable man; all that he saith cometh surely to pass: now. let us go thither: peradventure he can shew us our way that we should go. 7 Then said Saul to his servant, But, behold, if we go, what shall we bring the man? for the bread is spent in our vessels, and there is not a present to bring to the man of God: what have we? 8 And the servant answered Saul again, and said, Behold, I have here at hand the fourth part of a shekel of silver: that will I give to the man of God, to tell us our way. 9 (Beforetime in Israel, when a man went to en- quire of God, thus he spake, Come, and let us go to the seer: for he that is now called a Prophet was beforetime called a Seer.) 10 Then said Saul to his servant, Well said; come, let us go. So they went unto the city where the man of God was. 11 And as they went up the hill to the city, they found young maidens going out to draw water, and said unto them, Is the seer here? 12 And they answered them, and said, He is: behold, he is before you: make haste now, for he came to day to the city; for there is a sacrifice of the people to day in the high place: 13 As soon as ye be come into the city, ye shall straightway find him, before he go up to the high place to eat: for the people will not eat until he come, because he doth bless the sacrifice; and afterwards they eat that be bidden. Now there- fore get you up; for about this time ye shall find him. 14 And they went up into the city: and when they were come into the city, behold, Samuel came out against them, for to so up to the high place. 15 Now the Lord had told Samuel in his ear a day before Saul came, saying, 16 To morrow about tins time I will send thee a man out of the land of Benjamin, and thou shalt anoint him to be captain over my people Israel, that he may save my people out of the hand of the Philistines: for I have looked upon my people, be- cause their cry is come unto me. 216 f Samuel anointeth Saul. I. SAMUEL, X. (10) Saul prophesieth. 17 And when Samuel saw Saul, tlie Lord said unto him, Behold the man whom I spake to thee of! this same shall reign over my people, 18 Then Saul drew near to Samuel in the gate, and said, Tell me, I pray thee, where the seer's house is. 19 And Samuel answered Saul, and said, I am the seer: go up before me unto the high place; for ye shall eat with me to day, and to morrow 1 will let thee go, and will tell thee all that is in thine heart. 20 And as for thine asses that were lost three days ago, set not thy mind on them ; for they are found. And on whom is all the desire of Israel? Is it not on thee, and on all thy father's house? 21 And Saul answered and said, Am not I a Benjamite, of the smallest of the tribes of Israel? and my family the least of all the families of the tribe of Benjamin? wherefore then speakest thou so to me? 22 And Samuel took Saul and his servant, and brought them into the parlour, and made them sit in the chiefest place among them that were bidden, which were about thirty persons. 23 And Samuel said unto the cook, Bring the portion which I gave thee, of which I said unto thee, Set it by thee. 24 And the cook took up the shoulder, and that which was upon it, and set it before Saul. And Samuel said, Behold that which is left! set it be- fore thee, and eat: for unto this time hath it been kept for thee since I said, I have invited the peo- ple. So Saul did eat with Samuel that day. 25 And when they were come down from the high place into the city, Samuel communed with Saul upon the top of the house. 26 And they arose early: and it came to pass about the spring of the day, that Samuel called Saul to the top of the house, saying, Up, that I may send thee away. And Saul arose, and they went out both of them, he and Samuel, abroad. 27 And as they were going down to the end of the city, Samuel said to Saul, Bid the servant pass on before us, (and he passed on,) but stand thou still a while, that I may shew thee the word of God. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Samuel anointeth Saul. He confirmeth him by predic- tion of three signs. 9 Saul's heart is changed, and he prophesieth. 14 He concealeth the matter of the king- dom from his uncle. 17 Saul is chosen at Mizpeh by lot. 26 The different affections of his subjects. THEN Samuel took a vial of oil, and poured it upon his head, and kissed him, and said, Is it not because the Lord hath anointed thee to be captain over his inheritance? 2 When thou art departed from me to day, then thou shalt find two men by Rachel's sepulchre in the border of Benjamin at Zelzah; and they will say unto thee, The asses which thou wentest to seek are found: and, lo, thy father hath left the care of the asses, and sorroweth for you, saying, What shall I do for my son? 3 Then shalt thou go on forward from thence, and thou shalt come to the plain of Tabor, and there shall meet thee three men going up to God to Beth-el, one carrying three kids, and another carrying three loaves of bread, and another carry- ing a bottle of wine: 4 And they will salute thee, and give thee two loaves of bread ; which thou shalt receive of their hands. 5 After that thou shalt come to the hill of God, where is the garrison of the Philistines: and it shall come to pass, when thou art come thither to the city, that thou shalt meet a company of prophets coming down from the high place with a psaltery, and a tabret, and a pipe, and a harp, before them; and they shall prophesy: 6 And the Spirit of the Lord will come upon thee, and thou shalt prophesy with them, and shalt be turned into another man. 7 And let it be, when these signs are come unto thee, that thou do as occasion serve thee; for God is with thee. 8 And thou shalt go down before me to Gilgal ; and, behold, I will come down unto thee, to offer burnt offerings, and to sacrifice sacrifices of peace offerings : seven days shalt thou tarry, till I come to thee, and shew thee what thou shalt do. 9 And it was so, that when he had turned his back to go from Samuel, God gave him another heart: and all those signs came to pass that day. 10 And when they came thither to the hill, be- hold, a company of prophets met him; and the Spirit of God came upon him, and he prophesied among them. 11 And it came to pass, when all that knew him beforetime saw that, behold, he prophesied among the prophets, then the people said one to another, What is this that is come unto the son of Kish? Is Saul also among the prophets? 12 And one of the same place answered and said, But who is their father? Therefore it be- came a proverb, Is Saul also among the prophets? 13 And when he had made an end of prophesy- ing, he came to the high place. 14 And Saul's uncle said unto him and to his servant, Whither went ye? And he said, To seek the asses: and when we saw that they were no where, we came to Samuel. 15 And Saul's uncle said, Tell me, I pray thee, what Samuel said unto you. 16 And Saul said unto his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But of the matter of the kingdom, whereof Samuel spake, he told him not. 17 And Samuel called the people together unto the Lord to Mizpeh ; 18 And said unto, the children of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, I brought up Israel out of Egypt, and delivered you out of the hand of the Egyptians, and out of the hand of all king- doms, and of them that oppressed you : 19 And ye have this day rejected your God, who himself saved you out of all your adversities and your tribulations; and ye have said unto him, Nay, but set a king over us. Now therefore pre- sent yourselves before the Lord by your tribes, and by your thousands. 216 Saul delivereth Jabesh-gilead I. SAMUEL, XI. (11) from Nahash the Amonite. 20 And when Samuel had caused all the tribes of Israel to come near, the tribe of Benjamin was taken. 21 When he had caused the tribe of Benjamin to come near by their families, the family of Matri was taken, and Saul the son of Kish was taken: and when they sought him, he could not be found. 22 Therefore they enquired of the Lord further, if the man should yet come thither. And the Lord answered. Behold, he hath hid himself among the stuff. 23 And they ran and fetched him thence: and when he stood among the people, he was higher than any of the people from his shoulders and upward. 24 And Samuel said to all the people, See ye him whom the Lord hath chosen, that there is none like him among all the people? And all the people shouted, and said, God save the king. 25 Then Samuel told the people the manner of the kingdom, and wrote it in a book, and laid it up before the Lord. And Samuel sent all the peo- ple away, every man to his house. 26 And Saul also went home to Gibeah; and there went with him a band of men. whose hearts God had touched. 27 But the children of Belial said, How shall this man save us? . And they despised him, and brought him no presents. But he held his peace. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 Nahash offereth them of Jabesh-gilead a reproachful condition. 4 They send messengers, and are delivered by Saul. 12 Saul thereby is confirmed, and his king- dom renewed. THEN Nahash the Ammonite came up, and encamped against Jabesh-gilead : and all the men of Jabesh said unto Nahash, Make a coven- ant with us, and we will serve thee. 2 And Nahash the Ammonite answered them, On this condition will I make a covenant with you, that I may thrust out all your right eyes, and lay it for a reproach upon all Israel. 3 And the elders of Jabesh said unto him, Give us seven days' respite, that we may send mes- sengers unto all the coasts of Israel : and then, if there be no man to save us, we will come out to thee. 4 Then came the messengers to Gibeah of Saul, and told the tidings in the ears of the people: and all the people lifted up their voices, and wept. 5 And, behold, Saul came after the herd out of the field; and Saul said, What aileth the people that they weep? And they told him the tidings of the men of Jabesh. 6 And the Spirit of God came upon Saul when he heard those tidings, and his anger was kindled greatly. 7 And he took a yoke of oxen, and hewed them in pieces, and sent them throughout all the coasts of Israel by the hands of messengers, saying, Whosoever cometh not forth after Saul and after Samuel, so shall it be done unto his oxen. And the fear of the Lord fell on the people, and they came out with one consent. 8 And when he numbered them in Bezek, the children of Israel were three hundred thousand, and the men of Judah thirty thousand. 9 And they said unto the messengers that came, Thus shall ye say unto the men of Jabesh- gilead, To morrow, by that time the sun be hot, ye shall have help. And the messengers came and shewed it to the men of Jabesh; and they were glad. 10 Therefore the men of Jabesh said, To mor- row we will come out unto you, and ye shall do with us all that seemeth good unto you. 11 And it was so on the morrow, that Saul put the people in three companies; and they came into the midst of the host in the morning watch, and slew the Ammonites until the heat of the day: and it came to pass, that they which remained were scatered, so that two of them were not left together. 12 And the people said unto Samuel, Who is he that said, Shall Saul reign over us? bring the men, that we may put them to death. 13 And Saul said, There shall not a man be put to death this day: for to day the Lord hath wrought salvation in Israel. 14 Then said Samuel to the people, Come, and let us go to Gilgal, and renew the kingdom there. 15 And all the people went to Gilgal; and there they made Saul king before the Lord in Gil- gal ; there they sacrificed sacrifices of peace offer- ings before the Lord, and there Saul and all the men of Israel rejoiced greatly. CHAPTER Xn. (12) 1 Samuel testifieth his integrity. 6 He reproveth the people of ingratitude. 16 He terrifieth them with thunder in harvest time. 20 He comforteth them in God's mercy. AND Samuel said unto all Israel, Behold, I have hearkened unto your voice in all that ye said unto me, and have made a king over you. 2 And now, behold, the king walketh before you: and I am old and grayheaded; and, behold, my sons are with you : and I have walked before you from my childhood unto this day. 3 Behold, here I am: witness against me before the Lord, and before his anointed : whose ox have I taken? or whose ass have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe to blind mine eyes therewith? and I will restore it you. 4 And they said, Thou hast not defrauded us, nor oppressed us, neither hast thou taken ought of any man's hand. 5 And he said unto them, The Lord is witness against you, and his anointed is witness this day, that ye have not found ought in my hand. And they answered, He is witness. 6 And Samuel said unto the people, It is the Lord that advanced Moses and Aaron, and that brought your fathers up out of the land of Egypt 7 Now therefore stand still, that I may reason with you before the Lord of all the righteous acts of the Lord which he did to you and to your fathers. 217 tin' Samuel reproveth the people. I. SAMUEL, XIII. (13) He comforteth them. 8 When Jacob was come into Egypt, and your fathers cried unto the Lord, then the Lord sent Moses and Aaron, which brought forth your fathers out of Egypt, and made them dwell in this place. 9 And when they forgat the Lord their God, he sold them into the hand of Sisera, captain of the host of Hazor, and into the hand of the Philis- tines, and into the hand of the king of Moab, and they fought against them. 10 And they cried unto the Lord, and said, We have sinned, because we have forsaken the Lord, and have served Baalim and Ashtaroth: but now deliver us out of the hand of our enemies, and we will serve thee. 11 And the Lord sent Jerubbaal, and Bedan, and Jephthah, and Samuel, and delivered you out of the hand of your enemies on every side, and ye dwelled safe. 12 And when ye saw that Nahash the king of the children of Ammon came against you, ye said unto me, Nay; but a king shall reign over us: when the Lord your God was your king. 13 Now therefore behold the king whom ye have chosen, and whom ye have desired! and, be- hold, the Lord hath set a king over you. 14 If ye will fear the Lord, and serve him, and obey his voice, and not rebel against the com- mandment of the Lord, then shall both ye and also the king that reigneth over you continue follow- ing the Lord your God: 15 But if ye will not obey the voice of the Lord, but rebel against the commandment of the Lord, then shall the hand of the Lord be against you, as it was against your fathers. 16 Now therefore stand and see this great thing, which the Lord will do before your eyes. 17 Is it not wheat harvest to day? I wiil call unto the Lord, and he shall send thunder and rain; that ye may perceive and see that your wickedness is great, which ye have done in the sight of the Lord, in asking you a king. 18 So Samuel called unto the Lord; and the Lord sent thunder and rain that day: and all the people greatly feared the Lord and Samuel. 19 And all the people said unto Samuel, Pray for thy servants unto the Lord thy God, that we die not : for we have added unto all our sins this evil, to ask us a king. 20 Ad<1 Samuel said unto the people, Fear not: ye have done all this wickedness: yet turn not aside from following the Lord, but serve the Lord with ?il your heart; 21 A.nd turn ye not aside: for then should ye go after vain things, which cannot profit nor deliver ; for they are vain. 2*2 For the Lord will not forsake his people for his great name's sake: because it hath pleased the Lord to make you his people. 23 Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the Lord in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way: 24 Only fear the Lord, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you. 25 But if ye shall still do wickedly, ye shall be consumed, both ye and your king. CHAPTER XIII. (13) 1 Saul's selected band. 3 He calleth the Hebrews to Gilgal against the Philistines, whose garrison Jonath- an had smitten. 5 The Philistines' great host. 6 The distress of the Israelites. 8 Saul, weary of staying for Samuel, sacrinceth. 11 Samuel reproveth him. 17 The three spoiling bands of the Philistines. 19 The policy of the Philistines, to suffer no smith in Israel. SAUL reigned one year; and when he had reigned two years over Israel, 2 Saul chose him three thousand men of Israel ; whereof two thousand were with Saul in Mich- mash and in mount Beth-el, and a thousand were with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin: and the rest of the people he sent every man to his tent. 3 And Jonathan smote the garrison of the Phil- istines that was in Geba, and the Philistines heard of it. And Saul blew the trumpet through- out all the land, saying, Let the Hebrews hear. 4 And all Israel heard say that Saul had smit- ten a garrison of the Philistines, and that Israel also was had in abomination with the Philistines. And the people were called together after Saul to Gilgal. 5 And the Philistines gathered themselves to- gether to fight with Israel, thirty thousand char- iots and six thousand horsemen, and people as the sand which is on the sea shore in multitude: and they came up, and pitched in Michmash, east- ward from Beth-aven. 6 When the men of Israel saw that they were in a strait, (for the people were distressed,) then the people did hide themselves in caves, and in thickets, and in rocks, and in high places, and in pits. 7 And some of the Hebrews went over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. 8 And he tarried seven days, according to the set time that Samuel had appointed: but Samuel came not to Gilgal ; and the people were scattered from him. 9 And Saul said, Bring hither a burnt offering to me, and peace offerings. And he offered the burnt offering. 10 And it came to pass, that as soon as he had made an end of offering the burnt offering, be- hold, Samuel came; and Saul went out to meet him, that he might salute him. 11 And Samuel said, What hast thou done? And Saul said, Because I saw that the people were scattered from me, and that thou earnest not within the days appointed, and that the Philis- tines gathered themselves together at Michmash; 12 Therefore said I, the Philistines will come down now upon me to Gilgal, and I have not made supplication unto the Lord: I forced myself therefore, and offered a burnt offering. 13 And Samuel said to Saul, Thou hast done foolishly: thou hast not kept the commandment of the Lord thy God, which he commanded thee: 218 Jonathan miraculously smiteth I. SAMUEL, XIV. (14) the Philistines' garrison. for now would the Lord have established thy king- dom upon Israel for ever. 14 But now thy kingdom shall not continue: the Lord hath sought him a man after his own heart, and the Lord hath commanded him to be captain over his people, because thou hast not kept that which the Lord commanded thee. 15 And Samuel arose, and gat him up from Gil- gal unto Gibeah of Benjamin. And Saul num- bered the people that were present with him, about six hundred men. 16 And Saul, and Jonathan his son, and the people that were present with them, abode in Gi- beah of Benjamin: but the Philistines encamped in Michmash. 17 And the spoilers came out of the camp of the Philistines in three companies: one company turned unto the way that leadeth to Ophrah, unto the land of Shual : IS And another company turned the way to Beth-horon: and another company turned to the way of the border that looketh to the valley of Zeboim toward the wilderness. 19 Now there was no smith found throughout all the land of Israel: for the Philistines said, Lest the Hebrews make them swords or spears : 20 But all the Israelites went down to the Philistines, to sharpen every man his share, and his coulter, and his ax, and his mattock. 21 Yet they had a file for the mattocks, and for the coulters, and for the forks, and for the axes, and to sharpen the goads. 22 So it came to pass in the day of battle, that there was neither sword nor spear found in the hand of any of the people that were with Saul and Jonathan : but with Saul and with Jonathan his son was there found. 23 And the garrison of the Philistines went out to the passage of Michmash. CHArTEE XIV. (14) 1 Jonathan, unwitting to his father, the priest, or the people, goeth and miraculously smiteth the Philistines' garrison. 15 A divine terror maketh them beat them- selves. 17 Saul, not staying the priest's answer, set- teth on them. 21 The captivated Hebrews, and the hidden Israelites, join against them. 24 Saul's unad- vised adjuration hindereth the victory. 32 He restram- eth the people from eating blood. 35 He buildeth an altar. 36 Jonathan, taken by lot, is saved by the peo- ple. 47 Saul's strength and family. TVT OW it came to pass upon a day, that Jona- -L * than the son of Saul said unto the young man that bare his armour, Come, and let us go over to the Philistines' garrison, that is on the other side. But he told not his father. 2 And Saul tarried in the uttermost part of Gi- beah under a pomegranate tree which is in Mi- gron: and the people that were with him were about six hundred men; 3 And Ahiah, the son of Ahitub, I-chabod's brother, the son of Phinehas, the son of Eli, the Lord's priest in Shiloh, wearing an ephod. And the people knew not that Jonathan was gone. 4 And between the passages, by which Jona- than sought to go over unto the Philistines' garri- son, there was a sharp rock on the one side, and a sharp rock on the other side: and the name of the one was Bozez, and the name of the other Seneh. 5 The forefront of the one was situate north- ward over against Michmash, and the other south- ward over against Gibeah. 6 And Jonathan said to the young man that bare his armour, Come, and let us go over unto the garrison of these uncircumcised: it may be that the Lord will work for us : for there is no re- straint to the Lord to save by many or by few. 7 And his armourbearer said unto him, Do all that is in thine heart: turn thee; behold, I am with thee according to thy heart. 8 Then said Jonathan, Behold, we will pass over unto these men, and we will discover our- selves unto them. 9 If they say thus unto us, Tarry until we come to you ; then we will stand still in our place, and will not go up unto them. 10 But if they say thus, Come up unto us; then we will go up: for the Lord hath delivered them into our hand: and this shall be a sign unto us. 11 And both of them discovered themselves unto the garrison of the Philistines: and the Phil- istines said, Behold, the Hebrews come forth out of the holes where they had hid themselves. 12 And the men of the garrison answered Jona- than and bis armourbearer, and said, Come up to us, and we will shew you a thing. And Jonathan said unto his armourbearer, Come up after me: for the Lord hath delivered them into the hand of Israel. 13 And Jonathan climbed up upon his hands and upon his feet, and his armourbearer after him : and they fell before Jonathan ; and his arm- ourbearer slew after him. 14 And that first slaughter, which Jonathan and his armourbearer made, was about twenty men, within as it were an half acre of land, which, a yoke of oxen might plow. 15 And there was trembling in the host, in the field, and among all the people: the garrison, and the spoilers, they also trembled, and the earth quaked : so it was a very great trembling. 16 And the watchmen of Saul in Gibeah of Benjamin looked; and, behold, the multitude melted away, and they went on beating down one another. 17 Then said Saul unto the people that were with him, Number now, and see who is gone from us. And when they had numbered, behold, Jona- than and his armourbearer were not there. 18 And Saul said unto Ahiah, Bring hither the ark of God. For the ark of God was at that time with the children of Israel. 19 And it came to pass, while Saul talked unto the priest, that the noise that was in the host of the Philistines went on and increased: and Saul said unto the priest, Withdraw thine hand. 20 And Saul and all the people that were with him assembled themselves, and they came to the battle: and, behold, every man's sword was 219 ■V-/7 Jonathan taken by lot I, SAMUEL. XIV. (14) is saved by the people. against his fellow, and there was a very great dis- comfiture. 21 Moreover the Hebrews that were with the Philistines before that time, which went up with them into the camp from the country round about, even they also turned to be with the Israelites that were with Saul and Jonathan. 22 Likewise all the men of Israel which had hid themselves in mount Ephraim, when they heard that the Philistines fled, even they also fol- lowed hard after them in the battle. 23 So the Lord saved Israel that day: and the battle passed over unto Beth-aven. 24 And the men of Israel were distressed that day: for Saul had adjured the people, saying, Cursed be the man that eateth any food until evening, that I may be avenged on mine enemies. So none of the people tasted any food. 25 And all they of the land came to a wood; and there was honey upon the ground. 26 And when the people were come into the wood, behold, the honey dropped ; but no man put his hand to his mouth : for the people feared the oath. 27 But Jonathan heard not when his father charged the people with the oath: wherefore he put forth the end of the rod that was in his hand, and dipped it in an honeycomb, and put his hand to his mouth; and his eyes were enlightened. 28 Then answered one of the people, and said, Thy father straitly charged the people with an oath, saying, Cursed be the man that eateth any food this day. And the people were faint. 29 Then said Jonathan, My father hath troubled the land : see, I pray you, how mine eyes have been enlightened, because I tasted a little of this honey. 30 How much more, if haply the people had eaten freely to day of the spoil of their enemies which they found? for had there not been now a much greater slaughter among the Philistines? 31 And they smote the Philistines that day from Michmash to Aijalon: and the people were very faint. 32 And the people flew upon the spoil, and took sheep, and oxen, and calves, and slew them on the ground: and the people did eat them with the blood. 33 Then they told Saul, saying, Behold, the peo- ple sin against the Lord, in that they eat with the blood. And he said, Ye have transgressed: roll a great stone unto me this day. 34 And Saul said, Disperse yourselves among the people, and say unto them, Bring me hither every man his ox, and every man his sheep, and slay them here, and eat; and sin not against the Lord in eating with the blood. And all the peo- ple brought every man his ox with him that night, and slew them there. 35 And Saul built an altar unto the Lord : the same was the first altar that he built unto the Lord. 36 And Saul said, Let us go down after the Philistines by night, and spoil them until the morning light, and let us not leave a man of them. And they said, Do whatsoever seemeth good unto thee. Then said the priest, Let us draw near hither unto God. 37 And Saul asked counsel of God, Shall I go down after the Philistines? wilt thou deliver them into the hand of Israel? But he answered him not that day. 38 And Saul said, Draw ye near hither, all the chief of the people: and know and see wherein this sin hath been this day. 39 For, as the Lord liveth, which saveth Israel, though it be in Jonathan my son, he shall surely die. But there was not a man among all the peo- ple that answered him. 40 Then said he unto all Israel, Be ye on one side, and I and Jonathan my son will be on the other side. And the people said unto Saul, Do what seemeth good unto thee. 41 Therefore Saul said unto the Lord God of Israel, Give a perfect lot. And Saul and Jona- than were taken : but the people escaped. 42 And Saul said, Cast lots between me and Jonathan my son. And Jonathan was taken. 43 Then Saul said to Jonathan, Tell me what thou hast done. And Jonathan told him, and said, I did but taste a little honey with the end of the rod that was in mine hand, and, lo, I must die. 44 And Saul answered, God do so and more also : for thou shalt surely die, Jonathan. 45 And the people said unto Saul, Shall Jona- than die, who hath wrought this great salvation in Israel? God forbid: as the Lord liveth, there shall not one nair of his head fall to the ground; for he hath wrought with God this day. So the people rescued Jonathan, that he died not. 46 Then Saul went up from following the Phil- istines: and the Philistines went to their own place. 47 So Saul took the kingdom over Israel, and fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Am- nion, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines: and whither- soever he turned himself, he vexed them. 48 And he gathered an host, and smote the Amalekites, and delivered Israel out of the hands of them that spoiled them. 49 Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishui, and Melchi-shua : and the names of his two daughters were these; the name of the firstborn Merab, and the name of the younger Michal : 50 And the name of Saul's wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz: and the name of the captain of his host was Abner, the son of Ner, Saul's uncle. 51 And Kish was the father of Saul; and Ner the father of Abner was the son of Abiel. 52 And there was sore war against the Phil- istines all the days of Saul: and when Saul saw any strong man, or any valiant man, he took him nnto him. 14 220 Saul spareth Agag and the spoil. I. SAMUEL, XY. (15) God rejecteth Saul. CHAPTEB XV. (15) 1 Samuel sendeth Saul to destroy Amalek. 6 Saul fa- voureth the Kenites. 8 He spareth Agag and the best of the spoil. 10 Samuel denounceth unto Saul, com- mending and excusing himself, God's rejection of him for his disobedience. 24 Saul's humiliation. 82 Samuel killeth Agag. 34 Samuel and Saul part. SAMUEL also said unto Saul, The Lord sent me to anoint thee to be king over his people, over Israel : now therefore hearken thou unto the voice of the words of the Lord. 2 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, I remember that which Amalek did to Israel, how he laid wait for him in the way, when he came up from Egypt 3 Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly de- stroy all that they have, and spare them not ; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass. 4 And Saul gathered the people together, and numbered them in Telaim, two hundred thousand footmen, and ten thousand men of Judah. 5 And Saul came to a city of Amalek, and laid wait in the valley. 6 And Saul said unto the Kenites, Go, depart, get you down from among the Amalekites, lest I destroy you with them : for ye shewed kindness to all the children of Israel, when they came up out of Egypt. So the Kenites departed from among the Amalekites. 7 And Saul smote the Amalekites from Havi- lah until thou comest to Shur, that is over against Egypt. 8 And he took Agag the king of the Amalekites alive, and utterly destroyed all the people with the edge of the sword. 9 But Saul and the people spared Agag, and the best of the sheep, and of the oxen, and of the fatlings, and the lambs, and all that was good, and would not utterly destroy them: but every thing that was vile and refuse, that they de- stroyed utterly. 10 Then came the word of the Lord unto Sam- uel, saying, 11 It repenteth me that I have set up Saul to be king: for he is turned back from following me, and hath not performed my commandments. And it grieved Samuel; and he cried unto the Lord all night. 12 And when Samuel rose early to meet Saul in the morning, it was told Samuel, saying, Saul came to Carmel, and, behold, he set. him up a place, and is gone about, and passed on, and gone down to Oil gal. 13 And Samuel came to Saul: and Saul said unto him, Blessed be thou of the Lord: I have per- formed the commandment of the Lord. 14 And Samuel said, What meaneth then this bleating of the sheep in mine ears, and the lowing of the oxen which I hear? 15 And Saul said, They have brought them from the Amalekites: for the people spared the best of the sheep and of the oxen, to sacrifice unto the Lord thy God, and the rest we have utterly destroyed. 16 Then Samuel said unto Saul, Stay, and I will tell thee what the Lord hath said to me this night. And he said unto him, Say on. 17 And Samuel said. When thou wast little in thine own sight, wast thou not made the head of the tribes of Israel, and the Lord anointed thee king over Israel? 18 And the Lord sent thee on a journey, and said, Go and utterly destroy the sinners the Amalekites, and fight against them until they be consumed. 19 Wherefore then didst thou not obey the voice of the Lord, but didst fly upon the spoil, and didst evil in the sight of the Lord? 20 And Saul said unto Samuel, Yea, I have obeyed the voice of the Lord, and have gone the way which the Lord sent me, and have brought Agag the king of Amalek, and have utterly de- stroyed the Amalekites. 21 But the people took of the spoil, sheep and oxen, the chief of the things which should have been utterly destroyed, to sacrifice unto the Lord thy God in Gilgal. 22 And Samuel said, Hath the Lord as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the Lord? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams. 23 For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. Because thou hast rejected the word of the Lord, he hath also rejected thee from being king. 24 And Saul said unto Samuel, I have sinned: for I have transgressed the commandment of the Lord, and thy words: because I feared the people, and obeyed their voice. 25 Now therefore, I pray thee, pardon my sin, and turn again with me, that I may worship the Lord. 26 And Samuel said unto Saul, I will not re- turn with thee: for thou hast rejected the word of the Lord, and the Lord hath rejected thee from be- ing king over Israel. 27 And as Samuel turned about to go away, he laid hold upon the skirt of his mantle, and it rent. 28 And Samuel said unto him, The Lord hath rent the kingdom of Israel from thee this day, and hath given it to a neighbour of thine, that is better than thou. 29 And also the Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent: for he is not a man, that he should repent. 30 Then he said, I have sinned: yet honour me now, I pray thee, before the elders of my people, and before Israel, and turn again with me, that I may worship the Lord thy God. 31 So Samuel turned again after Saul; and Saul worshipped the Lord. 32 Then said Samuel, Bring ye hither to me Agag the king of the Amalekites. And Agag came unto him delicately. And Agag said, Surely the bitterness of death is past. 33 And Samuel said, As thy sword hath made 221 Samuel anointeth David I. SAMUEL, XVI. (16) Saul sendethfor David. women childless, so shall thy mother be childless among women. And Samuel hewed Agag in pieces before the Lord in Gilgal. 34 Then Samuel went to Raman; and Saul went up to his house to Gibeah of Saul. 35 And Samuel came no more to see Saul until the day of his death: nevertheless Samuel mourned for Saul: and the Lord repented that he had made Saul king over Israel. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 Samuel sent by God, under pretence of a sacrifice, cometh to Beth-lehem. 6 His human judgment is re- proved. 11 He anointeth David. 15 Saul sendeth for David to quiet his evil spirit. AND the Lord said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have re- jected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Beth-lehemite: for I have provided me a king among his sons. 2 And Samuel said, How can I go? if Saul hear it, he will kill me. And the Lord said, Take an heifer with thee, and say, I am come to sacrifice to the Lord. 3 And call Jesse to the sacrifice, and I will shew thee what thou shalt do: and thou shalt anoint unto me him whom I name unto thee. 4 And Samuel did that which the Lord spake, and came to Beth-lehem. And the elders of the town trembled at his coming, and said, Comest thou peaceably? 5 And he said, Peaceably: I am come to sacri- fice unto the Lord : sanctify yourselves, and come with me to the sacrifice. And he sanctified Jesse and his sons, and called them to> the sacrifice. 6 And it came to pass, when they were come, that he looked on Eliab, and said, Surely the Lord's anointed is before him. 7 But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart. 8 Then Jesse called Abinadab, and made him pass before Samuel. And he said, Neither hath the Lord chosen this. 9 Then Jesse made Shammah to pass by. And he said, Neither hath the Lord chosen this. 10 Again, Jesse made seven of his sons to pass before Samuel. And Samuel said unto Jesse, The Lord hath not chosen these. 11 And Samuel said unto Jesse, Are here all thy children? And he said, There remaineth yet the youngest, and, behold, he keepeth the sheep. And Samuel said unto Jesse, Send and fetch him: for we will not sit down till he come hither. 12 And he sent, and brought him in. Now he was ruddy, and withal of a beautiful countenance, and goodly to look to. And the Lord said, Arise, anoint him : for this is he. 13 Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and an- ointed him in the midst of his brethren : and the Spirit of the Lord came upon David from that day forward. So Samuel rose up, and went to Ramah. 14 But the Spirit of the Lord departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the Lord troubled him. 15 And Saul's servants said unto him, Behold now, an evil spirit from God troubleth thee. 16 Let our lord now command thy servants, which are before thee, to seek out a man, who is a cunning player on an harp: and it shall come to pass, when the evil spirit from God is upon thee, that he shall play with his hand, and thou shalt be well. 17 And Saul said unto his servants, Provide me now a man that can play well, and bring him to me. 18 Then answered one of the servants, and said, Behold, I have seen a son of Jesse the Beth- lehemite, that is cunning in playing, and a mighty valiant man, and a man of war, and pru- dent in matters, and a comely person, and the Lord is with him. 19 Wherefore Saul sent messengers unto Jesse, and said, Send me David thy son. which is with the sheep. 20 And Jesse took an ass laden with bread, and a bottle of wine, and a kid, and sent them by David his son unto Saul. 21 And David came to Saul, and stood before him: and he loved him greatly; and he became his armourbearer. 22 And Saul sent to Jesse, saying, Let David, I pray thee, stand before me; for he hath found favour in my sight. 23 And it came to pass, when the evil spirit from God was upon Saul, that David took an harp, and played with his hand: so Saul was re- freshed, and was well, and the evil spirit departed from him. CHAPTER XVH. (17) 1 The armies of the Israelites and Philistines being ready to battle, 4 Goliath cometh proudly forth to challenge a combat. 12 David, sent by his father to visit his brethren, taketh the challenge. 28 Eliab chideth him. 30 He is brought to Saul. 32 He shew- eth the reason of his confidence. 38 Without armour, armed by faith, he slayeth the giant. 55 Saul taketh notice of David. "1VT OW the Philistines gathered together their -L * armies to battle, and were gathered to- gether at Shochoh, which belongeth to Judah, and pitched between Shochoh and Azekah, in Ephes-dammim. 2 And Saul and the men of Israel were gath- ered together, and pitched by the valley of Elan, and set the battle in array against the Philis- tines. 3 And the Philistines stood on a mountain on the one side, and Israel stood on a mountain on the other side: and there was a valley between them. 4 And there went out a champion out of the camp of the Philistines, named Goliath, of Gath, whose height was six cubits and a span. 5 And he had an helmet of brass upon his head, and he was armed with a coat of mail ; and 222 Goliath defieth Israel. I. SAMUEL. XVII. (17) David accepteth the challenge. the weight of the coat was five thousand shekels of brass. 6 And he had greaves of brass upon his legs, and a target of brass between his shoulders. 7 And the staff of his spear was like a weaver's beam; and his spear's head weighed six hundred shekels of iron: and one bearing a shield went before him. 8 And he stood and cried unto the armies of Israel, and said unto them, Why are ye come out to set your battle in array? am not I a Philistine, and ye servants to Saul? choose you a man for you, and let him come down to me. 9 If he be able to fight with me, and to kill me, then will we be your servants: but if I prevail against him, and kill him, then shall ye be our ser- vants, and serve us. 10 And the Philistines said, I defy the armies of Israel this day; give me a man, that we may fight together. 11 When Saul and all Israel heard those words of the Philistines, they were dismayed, and greatly afraid. 12 Now David was the son of that Ephrathite of Beth-lehem-judah, whose name was Jesse ; and he had eight sons: and the man went among men for an old man in the days of Saul. 13 And the three eldest sons of Jesse went and followed Saul to the battle: and the names of his three sons that went to the battle were Eliab the firstborn, and next unto him Abinadab, and the third Shammah. 14 And David was the youngest: and the three eldest followed Saul. 15 But David went and returned from Saul to feed his father's sheep at Beth-lehem. 16 And the Philistine drew near morning and evening, and presented himself forty days. 17 And Jesse said unto David his son, Take now for thy brethren an ephah of this parched corn, and these ten loaves, and run to the camp to thy brethren ; 18 And carry these ten cheeses unto the cap- tain of their thousand, and look how thy brethren fare, and take their pledge. 19 Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Is- rael, were in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines. 20 And David rose up early in the morning, and left the sheep with a keeper, and took, and went, as Jesse had commanded him ; and he came to the trench, as the host was going forth to the fight, and shouted for the battle. 21 For Israel and the Philistines had put the battle in array, army against army. 22 And David left his carriage in the hand of the keeper of the carriage, and ran into the army, and came and saluted his brethren. 23 And as he talked with them, behold, there came up the champion, the Philistine of Gath, Goliath by name, out of the armies of the Philis- tines, and spake according to the same words: and David heard them. 24 And all the men of Israel, when they saw the man, fled from him, and were sore afraid. 25 And the men of Israel said, Have ye seen this man that is come up? surely to defy Israel is he come up: and it shall be, that the man who killeth him, the king will enrich him with great riches, and will give him his daughter, and make his father's house free in Israel. 26 And David spake to the men that stood by him, saying, What shall be done to the man that killeth this Philistine, and taketh away the re- proach from Israel? for who is this uncircum- cised Philistine, that he should defy the armies of the living God? 27 And the people answered him after this manner, saying, So shall it be done to the man that killeth him. 28 And Eliab his eldest brother heard when he spake unto the men; and Eliab's anger was kin- dled against David, and he said, Why earnest thou down hither? and with whom hast thou left those few sheep in the wilderness? I know thv pride, and the naughtiness of thine heart; for thou art come down that thou mightest see the battle. 29 And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause? 30 And he turned from him toward another, and spake after the same manner: and the people answered him again after the former maner. 31 And when the words were heard which David spake, they rehearsed them before Saul: and he sent for him. 32 And David said to Saul, Let no man's heart fail because of him ; thy servant will go and fight with this Philistine. 33 And Saul said to David, Thou art not able to go against this Philistine to fight with him: for thou art but a youth, and he a man of war from his youth. 34 And David said unto Saul, Thy servant kept his father's sheep, and there came a lion, and a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock: 35 And I went out after him, and smote him, and delivered it out of his mouth: and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and smote him, and slew him. 36 Thy servant slew both the lion and the bear: and this uncircumcised Philistine shall be as one of them, seeing he hath defied the armies of the living God. 37 David said moreover, The Lord that deliv- ered me out of the paw of the lion, and out of the paw of the bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine. And Saul said unto David, Go, and the Lord be with thee. 38 And Saul armed David with his armour, and he put an helmet of brass upon his head ; also he armed him with a coat of mail. 39 And David girded his sword upon his armour, and he assayed to go; for he had not proved it. And David said unto Saul, I cannot go with these; for I have not proved them. And David put them off him. 40 And he took his staff in his hand, and chose him five smooth stones out of the brook, and put 223 LfZl David slayeth Goliath. I. SAMUEL, XVIII. (18) Saul envieth David. them in a shepherd's bag which he had, even in a scrip; and his sling was in his hand: and he drew near to the Philistine. 41 And the Philistine came on and drew near unto David; and the man that bare the shield went before him. 42 And when the Philistine looked about, and saw David, he disdained him: for he was but a youth, and ruddy, and of a fair countenance. 43 And the Philistine said unto David, Am I a dog, that thou comest to me with staves? And the Philistine cursed David by his gods. 44 And the Philistine said to David, Come to me, and I will give thy flesh unto the fowls of the air, and to the beasts of the field. 45 Then said David to the Philistine, Thou comest to me with a sword, and with a spear, and with a shield: but I come to thee in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom thou hast defied. 46 This day will the Lord deliver thee into mine hand; and I will smite thee, and take thine head from thee; and I will give the carcases of the host of the Philistines this day unto the fowls of the air, and to the wild beasts of the earth; that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel. 47 And all this assembly shall know that the Lord saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle is the Lord's, and he will give you into our hands. 48 And it came to pass, when the Philistine arose, and came and drew nigh to meet David, that David hasted, and ran toward the army to meet the Philistine. 49 And David put his hand in his bag and took thence a stone, and slang it, and smote the PhiL istine in his forehead, that the stone sunk into his forehead; and he fell upon his face to the earth. 50 So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and with a stone, and smote the Philistine, and slew him; but there was no sword in the hand of David. 51 Therefore David ran, and stood upon the Philistine, and took his sword, and drew it out of the sheath thereof, and slew him, and cut off his head therewith. And when the Philistines saw their champion was dead, they fled. 52 And the men of Israel and of Judah arose, and shouted, and pursued the Philistines, until thou come to the valley, and to the gates of Ek- ron. And the wounded of the Philistines fell down by the way to Shaaraim, even unto Gath, and unto Ekron. 53 And the children of Israel returned from chasing after the Philistines, and they spoiled their tents. 54 And David took the head of the Philistine, and brought it to Jerusalem; but he put his armour in his tent. 55 And when Saul saw David go forth against the Philistine, he said unto Abner, the captain of the host, Abner, whose son is this youth? And Abner said, As thy soul liveth, O king, I cannot tell. 56 And the king said, Enquire thou whose son the stripling is. 57 And as David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. 58 And Saul said to him, Whose son art thou, thou young man? Aud David answered, I am the son of thy servant Jesse the Beth-lehemite. CHAPTER XVHL (18) 1 Jonathan loveth David. 5 Saul envieth his praise, 10 seeketh to kill him in his fury, 12 feareth him for his good success, 17 offereth him his daughters for a snare. 22 David persuaded to be the king's son in law, giveth two hundred foreskins of the Philistines for Michal's dowry. 28 Saul's hatred and David's glory increaseth. a ND it came to pass, when he had made an ^z\_ end of speaking unto Saul, that the soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. 2 And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father's house. 3 Then Jonathan and David made a covenant, because he loved him as his own soul. 4 And Jonathan stripped himself of the robe that was upon him, and gave it to David, and his garments, even to his sword, and to his bow, and to his girdle. 5 And David went out whithersoever Saul sent him, and behaved himself wisely: and Saui set him over the men of war, and he was accepted in the sight of all the people, and also iu the sight of Saul's servants. 6 And it came to pass as they came, when David was returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, that the women came out of all cities of Israel, singing and dancing, to meet king Saul, with tabrets, with joy, and with instruments of musick. 7 And the women answered one another as they played, and said, Saul hath slain his thous- ands, and David his ten thousands. 8 And Saul was very wroth, and the saying dis- pleased him; and he said, They have ascribed unto David ten thousands, and to me they have ascribed but thousands: and what can he have more but the kingdom? 9 And Saul eyed David from that day and for- ward. 10 And it came to pass on the morrow, that the evil spirit from God came upon Saul, and he prophesied in the midst of the house: and David played with his hand, as at other times: and there was a javelin in Saul's hand. 11 And Saul cast the javelin ; for he said, I will smite David even to the wall with it. And David avoided out of his presence twice. 12 And Saul was afraid of David, because the Lord was with him, and was departed from Saul. 13 Therefore Saul removed him from him, and made him his captain over a thousand; and he went out and came in before the people. 224 David marrieth Michal. I. SAMUEL, XIX. (19) Saul seeketh to kill David. 14 And David behaved himself wisely in all' his ways; and the Lord was with him. 15 Wherefore when Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he was afraid of him. 16 But all Israel and Judah loved David, be- cause he went out and came in before them. 17 And Saul said to David, Behold my elder daughter Merab, her will I give thee to wife : only be thou valiant for me, and fight the Lord's bat- tles. For Saul said, Let not mine hand be upon him, but let the hand of the Philistines be upon him. 18 And David said unto Saul, Who am I? and what is my life, or my father's family in Israel, that I should be son in law to the king? 19 But it came to pass at the time when Merab Saul's daughter should have been given to David, that she was given unto Adriel the Meholathite to wife. 20 And Michal Saul's daughter loved David: and they told Saul, and the thing pleased him. 21 And Saul said, I will give him her, that she may be a snare to him, and that the hand of the Philistines may be against him. Wherefore Saul said to David, Thou shalt this day be my son in law in the one of the twain. 22 And Saul commanded his servants, saying, Commune with David secretly, and say, Behold, the king hath delight in thee, and all his servants love thee: now therefore be the king's son in law. 23 And Saul's servants spake those words in the ears of. David. And David said, Seemeth it to you a light thing to be a king's son in law, see- ing that I am a poor man, and lightly esteemed? 24 And the servants of Saul told him, saying, On this manner spake David. 25 And Saul said, Thus shall ye say to David, The king desireth not any dowry, but an hundred foreskins of the Philistines, to be avenged of the king's enemies. But Saul thought to make David fall by the hand of the Philistines. 26 And when his servants told David these words, it pleased David well to be the king's son in law: and the days were not expired. 27 Wherefore David arose and went, he and his men, and slew of the Philistines two hundred men; and David brought their foreskins, and they gave them in full tale to the king, that he might be the king's son in law. And Saul gave him Michal his daughter to wife. 28 And Saul saw and knew that the Lord was with David, and that Michal Saul's daughter loved him. 29 And Saul was yet the more afraid of David; and Saul became David's enemy continually. 30 Then the princes of the Philistines went forth : and it came to pass, after they went forth, that David behaved himself more wisely than all the servants of Saul ; so that his name was much set by. CHAPTER XIX. (19J 1 Jonathan discloseth his father's purpose to kill Da- vid. 4 He persuadeth his father to reconciliation. 8 By reason of David's good success in a new war, Saul's malicious rage breaketh out against him. 12 Michal deceiveth her father with an image in David's bed. 18 David cometh to Samuel in Naioth. 20 Saul's messen- gers sent to take David, 22 and Saul himself, prophesy. AND Saul spake to Jonathan his son, and to all his servants, that they should kill David. 2 But Jonathan Saul's son delighted much in David : and Jonathan told David, saying, Saul my father seeketh to kill thee: now therefore, I pray thee, take heed to thyself until the morning, and abide in a secret place, and hide thyself: 3 And I will go out and stand beside my father in the field where thou art, and I will com- mune with my father of thee; and what I see, that I will tell thee. 4 And Jonathan spake good of David unto Saul his father, and said unto him, Let not the king sin against his servant, against David; because he hath not sinned against thee, and because his works have been to thee-ward very good: 5 For he did put his life in his hand, and slew the Philistine, and the Lord wrought a great sal- vation for all Israel : thou sawest it, and didst re- joice: wherefore then wilt thou sin against inno- cent blood, to slay David without a cause? 6 And Saul hearkened unto the voice of Jona- than: and Saul sware, As the Lord liveth, he shall not be slain. 7 And Jonathan called David, and Jonathan shewed him all those things. And Jonathan brought David to Saul, and he was in his pres- ence, as in times past. 8 And there was war again: and David went out, and fought with the Philistines, and slew them with a great slaughter; and they fled from him. 9 And the evil spirit from the Lord was upon Saul, as he sat in his house with his javelin in his hand : and David played with his hand. 10 And Saul sought to smite David even to the wall with the javelin; but he slipped away out of Saul's presence, and he smote the javelin into the wall: and David fled, and escaped that night. 11 Saul also sent messengers unto' David's house, to watch him, and to slay him in the morn- ing: and Michal David's wife told him, saying, If thou save not thy life to night, to morrow thou shalt be slain. 12 So Michal let David down through a win- dow : and he went, and fled, and escaped. 13 And Michal took an image, and laid it in the bed, and put a pillow of goats' hair for his bolster, and covered it with a cloth. 14 And when Saul sent messengers to take David, she said, He is sick. 15 And Saul sent the messengers again to see David, saying, Bring him up to me in the bed, that I may slay him. 225 Ax'b David consulteth Jonathan I. SAMUEL, XX. (20) concerning his safety. 16 And when the messengers were come in, be- hold, there was an image in the bed, with a pillow of goats' hair for his bolster. 17 And Saul said unto Michal, Why hast thou deceived me so, and sent away mine enemy, that he is escaped? And Michal answered Saul, He said unto me, Let me go; why should 1 kill thee? 18 So David fled, and escaped, and came to Samuel to Raman, and told him all that Saul had done to him. And he and Samuel went and dwelt in Naioth. 19 And it was told Saul, saying, Behold, David is at Naioth in Ramah. 20 And Saul sent messengers to take David: and when they saw the company of the prophets prophesying, and Samuel standing as appointed over them, the Spirit of God was upon the mes- sengers of Saul, and they also prophesied. 21 And when it was told Saul, he sent other messengers, and they prophesied likewise. And Saul sent messengers again the third time, and they prophesied also. 22 Then went he also to Ramah, and came to a great well that is in Sechu: and he asked and said, Where are Samuel and David? And one said, Behold, they be at Naioth in Ramah. 23 And he went thither to Naioth in Ramah: and the Spirit of God was upon him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. 24 And he stripped off his clothes also, and prophesied before Samuel in like manner, and lay down naked all that day and all that night. Wherefore they say, Is Saul also among the prophets? CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 David consulteth with Jonathan for his safety. 11 Jonathan and David renew their covenant by oath. 18 Jonathan's token to David. 24 Saul, missing David, seeketh to kill Jonathan. 35 Jonathan lovingly taketh his leave of David. AND David fled from Naioth in Ramah, and came and said before Jonathan, What have I done? what is mine iniquity? and what is my sin before thy father, that he seeketh my life? 2 And he said unto him, God forbid; thou shalt not die: behold, my father will do nothing either great or small, but that he will shew it me : and why should my father hide this thing from me? it is not so. 3 And David sware moreover, and said, Thy father certainly knoweth that I have found grace in thine eyes; and he saith, Let not Jonathan know this, lest he be grieved: but truly as the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, there is but a step between me and death. 4 Then said Jonathan unto David, Whatsoever thy soul desireth, I will even do it for thee. 5 And David said unto Jonathan, Behold, to morrow is the new moon, and I should not fail to sit with the king at meat: but let me go, that I may hide myseif in the field unto the third day at even. 6 If thy father at all miss me, then say, David earnestly asked leave of me that he might run to Beth-lehem his city: for there is a yearly sacrifice there for all the family. 7 If he say thus, It is well; thy servant shall have peace: but if he be very wroth, then be sure that evil is determined by him. 8 Therefore thou shalt deal kindly with thy servant; for thou hast brought thy servant into a covenant of the Lord with thee: notwithstanding, if there be in me iniquity, slay me thyself; for why shouldest thou bring me to thy father? 9 And Jonathan said, Far be it from thee: for if I knew certainly that evil were determined by my father to come upon thee, then would not 1 tell it thee? 10 Then said David to Jonathan, Who shall tell me? or what if thy father answer thee roughly? 11 And Jonathan said unto David. Come, and let us go out into the field. And they went out both of them into the field. 12 And Jonathan said unto David, O Lord God of Israel, when I have sounded my father about to morrow any time, or the third day, and, behold, if there be good toward David, and I then send not unto thee, and shew it thee; 13 The Lord do so and much more to Jonathan: but if it please my father to do thee evil, then I will shew it thee, and send thee away, that thou mayest go in peace: and the Lord be with thee, as he hath been with my father. 14 And thou shalt not only while yet I live shew me the kindness of the Lord, that J. die not: 15 But also thou shalt not cut off thy kindness from my house for ever: no, not when the Lord hath cut off the enemies of David every one from the face of the earth. 16 So Jonathan made a covenant with the house of David, saying, Let the Lord even require it at the hand of David's enemies. 17 And Jonathan caused David to swear again, because he loved him: for he loved him as he loved his own soul. 18 Then Jonathan said to David, To morrow is the new moon : and thou shalt be missed, because thy seat will be empty. 19 And when thou hast stayed three days, then' thou shalt go down quickly, and come to the place where thou didst hide thyself when the business was in hand, and shalt remain by the stone Ezel. 20 And I will shoot three arrows on the side thereof, as though I shot at a mark. 21 And, behold, I will send a lad, saying, Go, find out the arrows. If I expressly say unto the lad, Behold, the arrows are on this side of thee, take them ; then come thou : for there is peace to thee, and no hurt; as the Lord liveth. 22 But if I say thus unto the young man, Be- hold, the arrows are beyond thee; go thy way: for the Lord hath sent thee away. 23 And as touching the matter which thou and I have spoken of, behold, the Lord be between thee and me for ever. 24 So David hid himself in the field: and when 226 Jonathan's token to David, SAMUEL, XXI. (21) David taketk Goliath's sword. the new moon was come, the king sat him down to eat meat. 25 And the king sat upon his seat, as at other times, even upon a seat by the wall : and Jonathan arose, and Adner sat by Saul's side, and David's place was empty. 26 Nevertheless Saul spake not any thing that day: for he thought, Something hath befallen him, he is not clean ; surely he is not clean. 27 And it came to pass on the morrow, which was the second day of the month, that David's place was empty: and Saul said unto Jonathan his son, Wherefore cometh not the son of Jesse to meat, neither yesterday, nor to day? 28 And Jonathan answered Saul, David earn- estly asked leave of me to go to Beth-lehem : 29 And he said, Let me go, I pray thee; for our family hath a sacrifice in the city; and my brother, he hath commanded me to be there : and now, if I have found favour in thine eyes, let me get away, I pray thee, and see my brethren. Therefore he cometh not unto the king's table. 30 Then Saul's anger was kindled against Jon- athan, and he said unto him, Thou son of the per- verse rebellious woman, do not I know that thou hast chosen the son of Jesse to thine own confu- sion, and unto the confusion of thy mother's nakedness? 31 For as long as the son of Jesse liveth upon the ground, thou shalt not be established, nor thy kingdom. Wherefore now send and fetch him unto me, for he shall surely die. 32 And Jonathan answered Saul his father, and said unto him, Wherefore shall he be slain? what hath he done? 33 And Saul cast a javelin at him to smite him: whereby Jonathan knew that it was determined of his father to slay David. 34 So Jonathan arose from the table in fierce anger, and did eat no meat the second day of the month : for he was grieved for David, because his father had done him shame. 35 And it came to pass in the morning, that Jonathan went out into the field at the time ap- pointed with David, and a little lad with him. 36 And he said unto his lad, Run, find out now the arrows which I shoot. And as the lad ran, he shot an arrow beyond him. 37 And when the lad was come to the place of the arrow which Jonathan had shot, Jonathan cried after the lad, and said, Is not the arrow be- yond thee? 38 And Jonathan cried after the lad, Make speed, haste, stay not. And Jonathan's lad gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. 39 But the lad knew not any thing: only Jona- than and David knew the matter. 40 And Jonathan gave his artillery unto his lad, and said unto him, Go, carry them to the city. 41 And as soon as the lad was gone, David arose out of a place toward the south, and fell on his face to the ground, and bowed himself three times: and they kissed one another, and wept one with another, until David exceeded. 42 And Jonathan said to David, Go in peace, forasmuch as we have sworn both of us in the name of the Lord, saying, The Lord be between me and thee, and between my seed and thy seed for ever. And he arose and departed: and Jona- than went into the city. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 David at Nob obtaineth of Abimeleeb ballowed bread. 7 Doeg; was present. 8 David taketh Goliatb's sword. 10 David at Gatb feignetb bimself mad. THEN came David to Nob to Ahimelech the priest: and Ahimelech was afraid at the meeting of David, and said unto him, Why art thou alone, and no man with thee? 2 And David said unto Ahimelech the priest, The king hath commanded me a business, and hath said unto me, Let no man know any thing of the business whereabout I send thee, and what I have commanded thee : and I have appointed my servants to such and such a place. 3 Now therefore what is under thine hand? give me five loaves of bread in mine hand, or what there is present. 4 And the priest answered David, and said, There is no common bread under mine hand, but there is hallowed bread; if the young men have kept themselves at least from women. 5 And David answered the priest, and said unto him, Of a truth women have been kept from us about these three days, since I came out, and the vessels of the young men are holy, and the bread is in a manner common, yea, though it were sanctified .this day in the vessel. 6 So the priest gave him hallowed bread: for there was no bread there but the shewbread, that was taken from before the Lord, to put hot bread in the day when it was taken away. 7 Now a certain man of the servants of Saul was there that day, detained before the Lord ; and his name was Doeg, an Edomite, the chiefest of the herdmen that belonged to Saul. 8 And David said unto Ahimelech, And is there not here under thine hand spear or sword? for I have neither brought my sword nor my weapons with me, because the king's business re- quired haste. 9 And the priest said, The sword of Goliath the Philistine, whom thou slewest in the valley of Elah, behold, it is here wrapped in a cloth behind the ephod: if thou wilt take that, take it: for there is no other save that here. And David said, There is none like that; give it me. 10 And David arose, and fled that day for fear of Saul, and went to Achish the king of Gath. 11 And the servants of Achish said unto him, Is not this David the king of the land? did they not sing one to another of him in dances, saying, Saul hath slain his thousands, and David his ten thousands? 12 And David laid up these words in his heart, and was sore afraid of Achish the king of Gath. 13 And he changed his behavior before them, and feigned himself mad in their hands, and scrabbled on the doors of the gate, and let his spittle fall down upon his beard. 227 Companies resort unto David. I. SAMUEL, XXII. (22) Doeg killeth the priests. 14 Then said Achish unto his servants, Lo, ye see the man is mad: wherefore then have ye brought bim to me? 15 Have 1 need of mad men, that ye have brought this fellow to play the mad man in my presence? shall this fellow eome into my house? CHAPTER XXH. (22) EL Companies resort unto David at Adullam. 3 At Miz- peh lie commendeth his parents unto the king of Moab. 6 Admonished by Gad, he cometh to Hareth. 6 Saul going to pursue him, complaineth of his servants' un- faithfulness. 9 Doeg aceuseth Ahimeleeh. 11 Saul commandeth to kill the priests. 17 The footmen refus- ing, Doeg executeth it. 20 Abiathar escaping, bringeth David the news. DAVID therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren and all his father's house heard it, they went down thither to him. 2 And every one that was in distress, and every one that was in debt, and every one that was dis- contented, gathered themselves unto him; and he became a captain over them: and there were With him about four hundred men. 3 And David went thence to Mizpeh of Moab: and he said unto the king of Moab, Let my father and my mother, I pray thee, come forth, and be with you, till I know what God 1 will do for me. 4 And he brought them before the king of Moab: and they dwelt with him all the while that David was in the hold. 5 And the prophet Gad said unto David, Abide not in the hold; depart, and get thee into the land of Judah. Then David departed, and came into the forest of Hareth. 6 When Saul heard that David was discovered, and the men that were with him, (now Saul abode in Gibeah under a tree in Ramah, having his spear in his hand, and all his servants were stand- ing about him;) 7 Then Saul said unto his servants that stood about him, Hear now, ye Benjamites; will the son of Jesse give every one of you fields and vine- yards, and make you all captains of thousands, and captains of hundreds; 8 That all of you have conspired against me, and there is none that sheweth me that my son hath made a league with the son of Jesse, and there is none of you that is sorry for me, or shew- eth unto me that my son hath stirred up my ser- vant against me to lie in wait as at this day? 9 Then answered Doeg the Edomite, which was set over the servants of Saul, and said, I saw the son of Jesse coming to Nob, to Ahimeleeh the son of Ahitub. 10 And he enquired of the Lord for him, and gave him victuals, and gave him the sword of Goliath the Philistine. 11 Then the king sent to call Ahimeleeh the priest, the son of Ahitub, and all his father's house, the priests that were in Nob: and they came all of them to the king. 12 And Saul said, Hear now, thou son of Ahi- tub. And he answered, Here I am, my lord. 13 And Saul said unto him, Why have ye con- spired against me, thou and the son of Jesse, in that thou hast given him bread, and a sword, and hast enquired of God for him, that he should rise against me, to lie in wait, as at this day? 14 Then Ahimeleeh answered the king, and said, And who is so faithful among all thy ser- vants as David, which is the king's son in law, and goeth at thy bidding, and is honourable in thine house? 15 Did I then begin to enquire of God for him? be it far from me: let not the king impute any thing unto his servant, nor to all the house of my father: for thy servant knew nothing of all this, less or more. 16 And the king said, Thou shalt surely die, Ahimeleeh, thou, and all thy father's, house. 17 And the king said unto the footmen that stood about him, Turn, and slay the priests of the Lord ; because their hand also is with David, and because they knew when he fled, and did not shew it to me. But the servants of the king would not put forth their hand to fall upon the priests of the Lord. 18 And the king said to Doeg, Turn thou, and fall upon the priests. And Doeg the Edomite turned, and he fell upon the priests, and slew on that day forescore and five persons that did wear a linen ephod. 19 And Nob, the city of the priests, smote he with the edge of the sword, both men and women, children and sucklings, and oxen, and asses, and sheep, with the edge of the sword. 20 And one of the sons of Ahimeleeh the son of Ahitub, named Abiathar, escaped, and fled after David. 21 And Abiathar shewed David that Saul had slain the Lord's priests. 22 And David said unto Abiathar, I knew tt that day, when Doeg the Edomite was there, that he would surely tell Saul : I have occasioned the death of all the persons of thy father's house. 23 Abide thou with me, fear not: for he that seeketh my life seeketh thy life: but with me thou shalt be in safeguard. CHAPTER XXIII. (23) 1 David, enquiring of the Lord by Abiathar, reseuetn Keilah. 7 God shewing him the coming of Saul, and the treachery of the Keilites, he escapeth from Kei- lah. 14 In Ziph Jonathan cometh and comfortetK him. 19 The Ziphites discover him to Saul. 25 At Maon he is rescued from Saul by the invasion of the Philistines. 29 He dwelleth at En-gedi. THEN they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors . 2 Therefore David enquired of the Lord, say- ing, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And the Lord said unto David, Go, and smite the Phil- istines, and save Keilah. 3 And David's men said unto him, Behold, we be afraid here in Judah: how much more then if we come to Keilah against the armies of the phil- istines? 14a 223 The Keilites' treachery. I. SAMUEL, XXIV. (24) David spareth Saul's life. 4 Then David enquired of the Lord yet again. And the Lord answered him and said, Arise, go down to Keilah ; for I will deliver the Philistines into thine hand. 5 So David and his men went to Keilah, and fought with the Philistines, and brought away their cattle, and smote them with a great slaughter. So David saved the inhabitants of Keilah. 6 And it came to pass, when Abiathar the son of Ahimelech fled to David to Keilah, that he came down with an ephod in his hand. 7 And it was told Saul that David was come to Keilah. And Saul said, God hath delivered him into mine hand; for he is shut in, by entering into a town that hath gates and bars. 8 And Saul called all the people together to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. 9 And David knew that Saul secretly practiced mischief against him ; and he said to Abiathar the priest, Bring hither the ephod. 10 Then said David, O Lord God of Israel, thy servant hath certainly heard that Saul seeketh to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. 11 Will the men of Keilah deliver me up into his hand? will Saul come down, as thy servant hath heard? O Lord God of Israel, I beseech thee, tell thy servant. And the Lord said, He will come down. 12 Then said David, Will the men of Keilah deliver me and my men into the hand of Saul? And the Lord said, They will deliver thee up. 13 Then David and his men, which were about six hundred, arose and departed out of Keilah, and went whithersoever they could go. And it was told Saul that David was escaped from Kei- lah ; and he forbare to go forth. 14 And David abode in the wilderness in strong holds, and remained in a mountain in the wilderness of Ziph. And Saul sought him every day, but God delivered him not into his hand. 15 And David saw that Saul was come out to seek his life : and David was in the wilderness of Ziph in a wood. 16 And Jonathan Saul's son arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God. 17 And he said unto him, Fear not: for the hand of Saul my father shall not find thee; and thou shalt be king over Israel, and I shall be next unto thee; and that also Saul my father knoweth, 18 And they two made a covenant before the Lord: and David abode in the wood, and Jona- than went to his house. 19 Then came up the Ziphites to Saul to Gi- beah, saying, Doth not David hide himself with us in strong holds in the wood, in the hill of Hachilah, which is on the south of Jeshimon? 20 Now therefore, O king, come down accord- ing to all the desire of thy soul to come down; and our part shall be to deliver him into the king's hand. 21 And Saul said, Blessed be ye of the Lord; for ye have compassion on me. 22 Go, I pray you, prepare yet, and know and see his place where his haunt is, and who hath seen him there: for it is told me that he dealeth very subtilly. 23 See therefore, and take knowledge of all the lurking places where he hideth himself, and come ye again to me with the certainty, and I will go with you : and it shall come to pass, if he be in the land, that I will search him out throughout all the thousands of Judah. 24 And they arose, ana went to Ziph before Saul : but David and his men were in the wilder- ness of Maon, in the plain on the south of Jeshi- mon. 25 Saul also and his men went to seek him. And they told David: wherefore he came down into a rock, and abode in the wilderness of Maon. And when Saul' heard that, he pursued after David in the wilderness of Maon. 26 And Saul went on this side, of the mountain, and David and his men on that side of the moun- tain : and David made haste to get away for fear of Saul ; for Saul and his men compassed David and his men round about to take them. 27 But there came a messenger unto Saul, say- ing, Haste thee, and come; for the Philistines have invaded the land. 28 Wherefore Saul returned from pursuing after David, and went against the Philistines: therefore thev called that place Sela-hammahle- koth. 29 And David went up from thence, and dwelt in strong holds at En-gedi. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) 1 David in a cave at En-gedi, having cut off Saul's skirt, spareth his life. 8 He sheweth thereby his innocency. 16 Saul, acknowledging his fault, taketh an oath of David, and departeth. AND it came to pass, when Saul was returned from following the Philistines, that it was told him, saying, Behold, David is in the wilder- ness of En-gedi. 2 Then Saul took three thousand chosen men out of all Israel, and went to seek David and his men upon the rocks of the wild goats. 3 And he came to the sheepcotes by the way, where was a cave; and Saul went in to cover his feet: and David and his men remained in the sides of the cave. 4 And the men of David said unto him, Behold the day of which the Lord said unto thee, Behold, I will deliver thine enemy into thine hand, that thou mayest do to him as it shall seem good unto thee. Then David arose, and cut off the skirt of Saul's robe privily. 5 And it came to pass afterward, that David's heart smote him, because he had cut off Saul's skirt. 6 And he said unto his men, The Lord forbid that I should do this thing unto my master, the Lord's anointed, to stretch forth mine hand against him, seeing he is the anointed of the Lord. 229 Saul acknowledgeth his fault. I. SAMUEL, XXV. (25) NabaVs churlishness. 7 So David stayed his servants with these words, and suffered them not to rise against Saul. But Saul rose up out of the cave, and went on his way. 8 David also arose afterward, and went out of the cave, and cried after Saul, saying, My lord the king. And when Saul looked behind him, David stooped with his face to the earth, and bowed himself. 9 And David said to Saul, Wherefore hearest thou men's words, saying, Behold, David seeketh thy hurt? 10 Behold, this day thine eyes have seen how that the Lord had delivered thee to day into mine hand in the cave: and some bade me kill thee: but mine eye spared thee; and I said, I will not put forth mine hand against my lord; for he is the Lord's anointed. 11 Moreover, my father, see, yea, see the skirt of thy robe in my hand: for in that I cut off the skirt of thy robe, and killed thee not, know thou and see that there is neither evil nor transgres- sion in mine hand, and I have not sinned against thee ; yet thou huntest my soul to take it. 12 The Lord judge between me and thee, and the Lord avenge me of thee: but mine hand shall not be upon thee. 13 As saith the proverb of the ancients, Wick- edness proceedeth from the wicked: but mine hand shall not be upon thee. 14 After whom is the king of Israel come out? after whom dost thou pursue? after a dead dog, after a flea. 15 The Lord therefore be judge, and judge be- tween me and thee, and see, and plead my cause, and deliver me out of thine hand. 16 And it came to pass, when David had made an end of speaking these words unto Saul, that Saul said, Is this thy voice, my son David? And Saul lifted up his voice, and wept. 17 And he said to David, Thou art more right- eous than I: for thou hast rewarded me good, whereas I have rewarded thee evil. 18 And thou hast shewed this day how that thou hast dealt well with me: forasmuch as when the Lord had delivered me into thine hand, thou killedst me not. 19 For if a man find his enemy, will he let him go well away? wherefore the Lord reward thee good for that thou hast done unto me this day. 20 And now, behold, I know well that thou shalt surely be king, and that the kingdom of Is- rael shall be established in thine hand. 21 Swear now therefore unto me by the Lord, that thou wilt not cut off my seed after me, and that thou wilt not destroy my name out of my father's house. 22 And David sware unto Saul. And Saul ' went home; but David and his men gat them up unto the hold. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 Samuel dieth. 2 David in Paran sendeth to Nabal. 10 Provoked by Nabal's churlishness, he mindeth to destroy him. 14 Abigail understanding thereof, 18 taketh a present, 23 and by her wisdom, 32 pacifieth David. 36 Nabal hearing thereof dieth. 39 David taketh Abigail and Ahinoam to be his wives. 44 Michal is given to Phalti. AND Samuel died; and all the Israelites were gathered together, and lamented him, and buried him in his house at Ramah. And David arose, and went down to the wilderness of Paran. 2 And there .was a man in Maon, whose pos- sessions were in Carmel ; and the man was very great, and he had three thousand sheep, and a thousand goats: and he was shearing his sheep in Carmel. 3 Nowi the name of the man was Nabal; and the name of his wife Abigail: and she was a woman of good understanding, and of a beautiful countenance: but the man was churlish and evil in his doings; and he was of the house of Caleb. 4 And David heard in the wilderness that Na- bal did shear his sheep. 5 And David sent out ten young men, and David said unto the young men, Get you up to Carmel, and go to Nabal, and greet him in my mame : 6 And thus shall ye say to him that liveth in prosperity, Peace be both to thee, and peace be to thine house, and peace be unto all that thou hast. 7 And now I have heard that thou hast shear- ers: now thy shepherds which were with us, we hurt them not, neither was there ought missing unto them, all the while they were in Carmel. 8 Ask thy young men, and they will shew thee. Wherefore let the yoimg men find favour in thine eyes: for we come in a good day: give, I pray thee, whatsoever cometh to thine hand unto thy ser- vants, and to thy son David. 9 And when David's young men came they spake to Nabal according to all those words in the name of David, and ceased. 10 And Nabal answered David's servants, and said, Who is David? and who is the son of Jesse? there be many servants now a days that break away every man from his master. 11 Shall I then take my bread, and my water, and my flesh that I have killed for my shearers, and give it unto men, whom I know not whence they be? 12 So David's young men turned their way, and went again, and came and told him all those sayings. 13 And David said unto his men, Gird ye on every man his sword. And they girded on every man his sword; and David also girded on his sword : and there went up after David about four hundred men; and two hundred abode by the stuff. 14 But one of the young men told Abigail, Na- bal's wife, saying, Behold, David sent messengers ■out of the wilderness to salute our master; and he railed on them. 230 Abigal pacifieth David. I. SAMUEL, XXV. (25) Nabal dieth. 15 But the men were very good unto us, and we were not hurt, neither missed we any thing, as long as we were conversant with them, when we were in the fields : 16 They were a wall unto us both by night and day, all the while we were with them keeping the sheep. 17 Now therefore know and consider what thou wilt do; for evil is determined against our master, and against all his household: for he is such a son of Belial, that a man cannot speak to him. 18 Then Abigail made haste, and took two hun- dred loaves, and two bottles of wine, and five sheep ready dressed, and five measures of parched corn, and an hundred clusters of raisins, and two hundred cakes of figs, and laid them on asses. 19 And she said unto her servants, Go on. be- fore me; behold, I come after you. But she told not her husband Nabal. 20 And it was so, as she rode on the ass, that she came down by the covert of the hill, and, be- hold, David and his men came down against her; and she met them. 21 Now David had said, Surely in vain have I kept all that this fellow hath in the wilderness, so that nothing was missed of all that pertained unto him : and he hath requited me evil for good. 22 So and more also do God unto the enemies of David, if I leave of all that pertain to him by the morning light any that pisseth against the wall. 23 And when Abigail saw David, she hasted, and lighted off the ass, and fell before David on her face, and bowed herself to the ground. 24 And fell at his feet, and said, Upon me, my lord, upon me let this iniquity be: and let thine handmaid, I pray thee, speak in thine audience, and hear the words of thine handmaid. 25 Let not my lord, I pray thee, regard this man of Belial, even Nabal : for as his name is, so is he; Nabal is his name, and folly is with him: but I thine handmaid saw not the young men of my lord, whom thou didst send. 26 Now therefore, my lord, as the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, seeing the Lord hath with- holden thee from coming to shed blood, and from avenging thyself with thine own hand, now let thine enemies, and they that seek evil to my lord, be as Nabal. 27 And now this blessing which thine hand- maid hath brought unto my lord, let it even be given unto the young men that follow my lord. 28 I pray thee, forgive the trespass of thine handmaid: for the Lord will certainly make my lord a sure house; because my lord fighteth the battles of the Lord, and evil hath not been found in thee all thy days. . 29 Yet a man is risen to pursue thee, and to seek thy soul: but the soul of my lord shall be bound in the bundle of life with the Lord thy God; and the souls of thine enemies, them shall he sling out, as out of the middle of a sling. 30 And it shall come to pass, when the Lord shall have done to my lord according to all the good that he hath spoken concerning thee, and shall have appointed thee ruler over Israel ; 31 That this shall be no grief unto thee, nor offense of heart unto my lord, either that thou hast shed blood causeless, or that my lord hath avenged himself: but when the Lord shall have dealt well with my lord, then remember thine handmaid . 32 And David said to Abigail, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which sent thee this day to meet me: 33 And blessed be thy advice, and blessed be thou, which hast kept me this day from coming to shed blood, and from avenging myself with mine own hand. 34 For in very deed, as the Lord God of Israel liveth, which hath kept me back from hurting thee, except thou hadst hasted and come to meet me, surely there had not been left unto Nabal by the morning light any that pisseth against the wall. 35 So David received of her hand that which she had brought him, and said unto her, Go up in peace to thine house; see, I have hearkened to thy voice, and have accepted thy person. 36 And Abigail came to Nabal ; and, behold, he held a feast in his house, like the feast of a king; and Nabal's heart was merry within him, for he was very drunken: wherefore she told him noth- ing, less or more, until the morning light. 37 But it came to pass in the morning, when the wine was gone out of Nabal, and his wife had told him these things, that his heart died within him, and he became as a stone. 38 And it came to pass about ten days after, that the Lord smote Nabal, that he died. 39 And when David heard that Nabal was dead, he said, Blessed be the Lord, that hath pleaded the cause of my reproach from the hand of Nabal, and hath kept his servant from evil : for the Lord hath returned the wickedness of Nabal upon his own head. And David sent and com- muned with Abigail, to take her to him to wife. 40 And when the servants of David were come to Abigail to Carmel, they spake unto her, saying, David sent us unto thee, to take thee to him to wife. 41 And she arose, and bowed herself on her face to the earth, and said, Behold, let thine hand- maid be a servant to wash the feet of the servants of my Lord. 42 And Abigail hasted, and arose, and rode upon an ass, with five damsels of her's that went after her; and she went after the messengers of David, and became his wife. 43 David also took Ahinoam of Jezreel; and they were also both of them his wives. 44 But Saul had given Michal his daughter, David's wife, to Phalti the son of Laish, which was of Gallim. 231 David again I. SAMUEL. XXVI. (26) spareth Saul's life. CHAPTER XXVL (26) ISaul, by the discovery of the Ziphltes, cometb to Ha- chilah against David. 5 David coming into the trench stayeth Abishai from killing Saul, but taketh :iis spear and cruse. 13 David reproveth Abner, 18 and ex- horteth Saul. 21 Saul acknowledged his sin. AND the Ziphites came unto Saul to Gibeah, saying, Doth not David hide himself in the hill of Hachilah, which is before Jeshimon? 2 Then Saul arose, and went down to the wil- derness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wil- derness of Ziph. 3 And Saul pitched in the hill of Hachilah, which is before Jeshimon, by the way. But David abode in the wilderness, and he saw that Saul came after him into the wilderness. 4 David therefore sent out spies, and undeF* stood that Saul was come in very deed. 5 And David arose, and came to the place where Saul had pitched: and David beheld tie place where Saul lay, and Abner the son of Ner, the captain of his host: and Saul lay in the trench, and the people pitched round about him. 6 Then answered David and said to Ahimelech the Hittite, and to Abishai the son of Zeruiah, brother to Joab, saying, Who will go down with me to Saul to the camp? And Abishai said, I will go down with thee. 7 So David and Abishai came to the people by night: and, behold, Saul lay sleeping within the trench, and his spear stuck in the ground at bis bolster: but Abner and the people lay round about him. 8 Then said Abishai to David, God hath de- livered thine enemy into thine hand this day: now therefore let me smite him, I pray thee, with the spear even to the earth at once, and I will not smite him the second time. 9 And David said to Abishai, Destroy him not: for who can stretch forth his hand against the Lord's anointed, and be guiltless? 10 David said furthermore, As the Lord liveth, the Lord shall smite him ; or his day shall come to die; or he shall descend into battle, and perish. 11 The Lord forbid that I should stretch forth mine hand against the Lord's anointed: but, I prav thee, take thou now the spear that is at his bolster, and the cruse of water, and let us go. 12 So David took the spear and the cruse of water from Saul's bolster; and they gat them away, and no man saw it, nor knew it, neither awaked: for they were all asleep; because a deep sleep from the Lord was fallen upon them. 13 Then David went over to the other side, and stood on the top of an hill afar off; a great space being between them: 14 And David cried to the people, and to Abner the son of Ner, saying, Answerest thou not, Ab- ner? Then Abner answered and said, Who art thou that criest to the king? 15 And David said to Abner, Art not thou a valiant man? and who is like to thee in Israel? wherefore then hast thou not kept thy lord the king? for there came one of the people in to de- stroy the king thy lord. 16 This thing is not good that thou hast done. As the Lord liveth, ye are worthy to die, because ye have not kept your master, the Lord's anointed. And now see where the king's spear is, and the cruse of water that was at his bolster. 17 And Saul knew David's voice, and said, Is this thy voice, my son David? and David said, It is my voice, my lord, O king. 18 And he said, Wherefore doth my lord thus pursue after his servant? for what have I done? or what evil is in mine hand? 19 Now therefore, I pray thee, let my lord the king hear the words of his servant. If the Lord have stirred thee up against me, let him accept an offering*: but if they be the children of men, cursed be they before the Lord; for they have driven me out this day from abiding in the in- heritance of the Lord, saying, Go, serve other gods. 20 Now therefore, let not my blood fall to the earth before the face of the Lord : for the king of Israel is come out to seek a flea, as when one doth hunt a partridge in the mountains. 21 Then said Saul, I have sinned: return, my son David: for I will no more do thee harm, be- cause my soul was precious in thine eyes this day: behold, I have played the fool, and have erred ex- ceedingly. 22 And David answered and said, Behold the king's spear! and let one of the young men come over and fetch it. 23 The Lord render to every man his righteous- ness and his faithfulness: for the Lord delivered thee into my hand to day, but I would not stretch forth mine hand against the Lord's anointed. 24 And, behold, as thy life was much set by this day in mine eyes, so let my life be much set by in the eyes of the Lord, and let him deliver me out of all tribulation. 25 Then Saul said to David, Blessed be thou, my son David: thou shalt both do great things, and also shalt still prevail. So David went on his way, and Saul returned to his place. CHAPTER XXVII. (27) 1 Saul hearing David to be in Gath seeketh no more for him. 5 David beggeth Ziklag of Achish. 8 He, in- vading other countries, persuadeth Achish he fought against Judah. AND David said in his heart, I shall now per- ish one day by the hand of Saul: there is nothing better for me than that I should speedily escape into the land of the Philistines; and Saul shall despair of me, to seek me any more in any coast of Israel : so shall I escape out of his hand. 2 And David arose, and he passed over with the six hundred men that were with him unto Achish, the son of Maoch, king of Gath. 3 And David dwelt with Achish at Gath, he and his men, every man with his household, even David with his two wives, Ahinoam the Jezreel- itess, and Abigail the Carmelitess, Nabal's wife. 232 The witch raiseth Samuel. I. SAMUEL, XXVIII. (28) Saul fainteth. L 4 And it was told Saul that David was fled to Gath: and he sought no more again for him. 5 And David said unto Achish, If I have now found grace in thine eyes, let them give me a place in some town in the country, that I may dwell there: for why should thy servant dwell in the royal city with thee? 6 Then Achish gave him Ziklag that day: wherefore Ziklag pertaineth unto the kings of Ju- dah unto this day. 7 And the time that David dwelt in the coun- try of the Philistines was a full year and four months. 8 And David and his men went up, and invaded the Geshurites, and the Gezrites, and the Amale- kites: for those nations were of old the inhabit- ants of the land, as thou goest to Shur, even unto the land of Egypt. 9 And David smote the land, and left neither man nor woman alive, and took away the sheep, and the oxen, and the asses, and the camels, and the apparel, and returned, and came to Achish. 10 And Achish said, Whither have ye made a road to day? And David said, Against the south of Judah, and against the south of the Jerahmeel- ites, and against the south of the Kenites. 11 And David saved neither man nor woman alive, to bring tidings to Gath, saying, Lest they should tell on us, saying, So did David, and so will be his manner all the while he dwelleth in the country of the Philistines. 12 And Achish believed David, saying, He hath made his people Israel utterly to abhor him; therefore he shall be my servant for ever . CHAPTER XXVHI. (28) 1 Achish putteth confidence in David. 3 Saul, having destroyed the witches, 4 and now in his fear forsaken of God, 7 seeketh to a witch. 9 The witch, encouraged by Saul, raiseth up Samuel. 15 Saul, hearing his ruin, fainteth. 21 The woman with his servants refresh him with meat. AND it came to pass in those days, that the Philistines gathered their armies together for warfare, to> fight with Israel. And Achish said unto David, Know thou assuredly, that thou shalt go out with me to battle, thou and thy men. 2 And David said to Achish, Surely thou shalt know what thy servant can do. And Achish said to David, Therefore will I make thee keeper of mine head for ever. 3 Now Samuel was dead, and all Israel had la- mented him, and buried him in Raman, even in his own city. And Saul had put away those that had familiar spirits, and the wizards, out of the land. 4 And the Philistines gathered themselves to- gether, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Raul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa. 5 And when Saul saw the host of the Philis- tines, he was afraid, and his heart greatly trem- bled. 6 And when Saul enquired of the Lord, the Lord answered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets. 7 Then said Saul unto his servants, Seek me a woman that hath a familiar spirit,, that I may go to her, and enquire of her. And his servants said to him, Behold, there is a woman that hath a familiar spirit at En-dor. 8 And Saul disguised himself, and put on other raiment, and he went, and two men with him, and they came to the woman by night: and he said, I pray thee, divine unto me by the familiar spirit, and bring me him up, whom I shall name unto thee. 9 And the woman said unto him, Behold, thou knowest what Saul hath done, how he hath cut off those that have familiar spirits, and the wiz- ards, out of the land : wherefore then layest thou a snare for my life, to cause me to die? 10 And Saul sware to her by the Lord, saying, As the Lord liveth, there shall no punishment happen to thee for this thing. 11 Then said the woman, Whom shall I bring up unto thee? And he said, Bring me up Samuel. 12 And when the woman saw Samuel, she cried with a loud voice : and the woman spake to Saul, saying, Why hast thou deceived me? for thou art Saul. 13 And the king said unto her, Be not afraid: for what sawest thou? And the woman said unto Saul, I saw gods ascending out of the earth. 14 And he said unto her, What form is he of? And she said, An old man cometh up; and he is covered with a mantle. And Saul perceived that it was Samuel, and he stooped with his face to the ground, and bowed himself. 15 And Samuel said to Saul, Why hast thou disquieted me, to bring me up? And Saul answered, I am sore distressed ; for the Philistines make war against me, and God is departed from me, and answereth me no more, neither by proph- ets, nor by dreams: therefore I have called thee, that thou mayest make known unto me what I shall do. 16 Then said Samuel, Wherefore then dost thou ask of me, seeing the Lord is departed from thee, and is become thine enemy? 17 And the Lord hath done to him as he spake by me: for the Lord hath rent the kingdom out of thine hand, and given it to thy neighbour, even to David: 18 Because thou obeyedst not the voice of the Lord, nor executedst his fierce wrath upon Ama- lek, therefore hath the Lord done this thing unto thee this day. . 19 Moreover the Lord will also deliver Israel with thee into the hand of the Philistines : and to morrow shall thou and thy sons be with me: the Lord also shall deliver the host of Israel into the hand of the Philistines. 20 Then Saul fell straightway all along on the earth ,and was sore afraid, because of the words of Samuel: and there was no strength in him; for he had eaten no bread all the day, nor all the night. 21 And the woman came unto Saul, and saw 233 <0 O fa tj ft <-+ s-gw* B O 3 g © c an 3 2 £e B3 b • ?? p c 8 ® £P &3 B o c 3 5< K -q pip co 3 CD o" I" o B o? {3 » 2 o o ~^ B ^ C a r+ Irt^" 1 ~l _ (D — <** co B* picture e pyra Cairo, ide by a - people 4 a m. 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So he arose from the earth, and sat upon the bed. 24 And the woman had a fat calf in the house ; and she hasted, and killed it, and took flour, and kneaded it, and did bake unleavened bread thereof: 25 And she brought it before Saul, and before his servants; and they did eat. Then they rose up, and went away that night. CHAPTER XXIX. (29) 1 David marching with the Philistines, 3 is disallowed by their princes. G Achish dismisseth him, with com- mendations of his fidelity. 1VTOW the Philistines gathered together all •i-^l their armies to Aphek: and the Israelites pitched by a fountain which is in Jezreel. 2 And the lords of the Philistines passed on by hundreds, and by thousands: but David and his men passed on in the rereward with Achish. 3 Then said the princes of the Philistines, What do these Hebrews here? And Achish said unto the princes of the Philistines, Is not this David, the servant of Saul the king of Israel, which hath been with me these days, or these years, and I have found no fault in him since he fell unto me unto 1 this day? 4 And the princes of the Philistines were wroth with him; and the princes of the Philistines said unto him, Make this fellow return, that he may go again to his place which thou hast appointed him, and let him not go down with us to battle, lest in the battle he be an adversary to us: for wherewith should he reconcile himself unto his master? should it not be with the heads of these men? 5 Is not this David, of whom they sang one to another in dances, saying, Saul slew his thous- ands, and David his ten thousands? 6 Then Achish called David, and said unto him, Surely, as the Lord liveth, thou hast been upright, and thy going out and thy coming in with me in the host is good in my sight: for I have not found evil in thee since the day of thy coming unto me unto this day: nevertheless the lords favour theo not. 7 Wherefore now return, and go in peace, that thou displease not the lords of the Philistines. 8 And David said unto Achish, But what have I done? and what hast thou found in thy servant so long as I have been with thee unto this day, that I may not go fight against the enemies of my lord the king? 9 And Achish answered and said to David, I know that thou art good in my sight, as an angel of God : notwithstanding the princes of the Philis- tines have said, He shall not go up with us to the battle. 10 Wherefore now rise up early in the morning with thy master's servants that are come with thee: and as soon as ye be up early in the morn- ing, and have light, depart. 11 So David and his men rose up early to de- part in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel. CHAPTER XXX. (30) 1 The Amalekites spoil Ziklag. David asking counsel is encouraged by God to pursue them. 11 By the means of a revived Egyptian he is brought to the enemies, and recovereth all the spoil. 22 David's law to divide the spoil equally between them that fight and them that keep the stuff. 26 He sendeth pres- ents to his friends. AND it came to pass, when David and his men were come to Ziklag on the third day, that the Amalekites had invaded the south, and Zik- lag, and smitten Ziklag, and burned it with fire; 2 And had taken the women captives, that were therein: they slew not any, either great or small, but carried them away, and went on their way. 3 So David and his men came to the city, and, behold, it was burned with fire; and their wives, and their sons, and their daughters, were taken captives. 4 Then David and the people that were with him lifted up their voice and wept, until they had no more power to weep. 5 And David's two wives were taken captives, Ahinoam the Jezreelitess, and Abigail the wife of Nabal the Carmelite. 6 And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters : but David encouraged him- self in the Lord his Cod. 7 And David said to Abiathar the priest, Ahi- melech's son, I pray thee, bring me hither the ephod. And Abiathar brought thither the ephod to David. 8 And David enquired at the Lord, saying, Shall I pursue after this troop? shall I overtake them? And he answered him, Pursue: for thou shalt surely overtake them, and without fail re- cover all. 9 So David went, he and the six hundred men that were with him, and came to the brook Besor, where those that were left behind stayed. 10 But David pursued, he and four hundred men : for two hundred abode behind, which were so faint that they could not go over the brook Besor. 11 And they found an Egyptian in the field, and brought him to David, and gave him bread, and he did eat; and they made him drink water; 12 And they gave him a piece of a cake of figs, and two clusters of raisins: and when he had eaten, his spirit came again to him: for he had eaten no bread, nor drunk any water, three days and three nights. 934 David recoveretfi the spoil. I. SAMUEL, XXXI. (31) Death of Saul, 13 And David said unto him, To whom beiong- est thou? and whence art thou? And he said, I am a young man of Egypt, servant to an Amale- kite; and my master left me, because three days agone I fell sick. 14 We made an invasion upon the south of the Cherethites, and upon the coast which belongeth to Judah, and upon the south of Caleb; and we burned Ziklag with tire. 15 And David said to him, Canst thou bring me down to this company? And he said, Swear unto me by God, that thou wilt neither kill me, nor deliver me into the hands of my master, and I will bring thee down to this company. 16 And when he had brought him down, be- hold, they were spread abroad upon all the earth, eating and drinking, and dancing, because of all the great spoil that they had taken out of the land of the Philistines, and out of the land of Judah. 17 And David smote them from the twilight even unto the evening of the next day: and there escaped not a man of them, save four hundred young men, which rode upon camels, and fled. 18 And David recovered all that the Ama- lekites had carried away: and David rescued his two wives. 19 And there was nothing lacking to them, neither small nor great, neither sons nor daugh- ters, neither spoil, nor any thing that they had taken to them: David recovered all. 20 And David took all the flocks and the herds, which they drave before those other cattle, and said, This is David's spoil. 21 And David came to the two hundred men, which were so faint that they could not follow David, whom they had made also to abide at the brook Besor: and they went forth to meet David, and to meet the people that were with him: and when David came near to the people, he saluted them. 22 Then answered all the wicked men and men of Belial, of those that went with David, and said, Because they went not with us, we will not give them ought of the spoil that we have recovered, save to every man his wife and his children, that they may lead them away, and depart 23 Then said David, Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with that which the Lord hath given us, who hath preserved us, and delivered the com- pany that came against us into our hand. 24 For who will hearken unto you in this mat- ter? but as his part is that goeth down to the battle, so shall his part be that tarrieth by the stuff: they shall part alike. 25 And it was so from that day forward, that he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel unto this day. 26 And when David came to Ziklag, he sent of the spoil unto the elders of Judah, even to his friends, saying, Behold a present for you of the spoil of the enemies of the Lord; 27 To them which were in Beth-el, and to them which were in south Ramoth, and to them which were in Jattir, 28 And to them which were in Aroer, and to them which were in Siphmoth, and to them which, were in Eshtemoa, 29 And to them which were in Rachal, and to them which were in the cities of the Jerah- meelites, and to them which were in the cities of the Kenites, 30 And to them which were in Hormah, and to them which were in Chor-ashan, and to them which were in Athach, 31 And to them which were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt. CHAPTER XXXI. (31) 1 Saul having lost bis army, and his sons slain, he and his armour-bearer kill themselves. 7 The Philistines possess the forsaken towns of the Israelites. 8 They triumph over the dead carcases. 11 They of Jabesh- gilead, recovering the bodies by night, ourn them at Jabesh, and mournfully bury their bones. KOW the Philistines fought against Israel: and the men of Israel fled from before the Philistines, and fell down slain in mount Gilboa. 2 And the Philistines followed hard upon Saul and upon his sons ; and the Philistines slew Jona- than, and Abinadab, and Melchi-shua, Saul's sons. 3 And the battle went sore against Saul, and the archers hit him; and he was sore wounded of the archers. 4 Then said Saul unto his armourbearer, Draw thy sword, and thrust me through therewith; lest these uncircumcised come and thrust me through, and abuse me. But his armourbearer would not; for he was sore afraid. Therefore Saul took a sword, and fell upon it. 5 And when his armourbearer saw that Saul was dead, he fell likewise upon his sword, and died with him. 6 So Saul died, and his three sons, and his armourbearer, and all his men, that same day to- gether. 7 And when the men of Israel that were on the other side of the valley, and they that were on the other side Jordan, saw that the men of Israel fled, and that Saul and his sons were dead, they for- sook the cities, and fled; and the Philistines came and dwelt in them. 8 And it came to pass on the morrow, when the Philistines came to strip the slain, that they found Saul and his three sons fallen in mount Gilboa. 9 And they cut off his head, and stripped off his armour, and sent into the land of the Philis- tines round about to publish it in the house of their idols, and among the people. 10 And they put his armour in the house of Ashtaroth : and they fastened his body to the wall of Beth-shan. 11 And when the inhabitants of Jabesh-gilead heard of that which the Philistines had done to Saul; 12 All the valiant men arose, and went all night, and took the body of Saul and the bodies of his sons from the wall of Beth-shan, and came to Jabesh, and burnt them there. 13 And they took their bones, and buried them under a tree at Jabesh, and fasted seven days. SJ35 THE Second Book Of Samuel, OTHERWISE CALLED. THE SECOND BOOK OF THE KINGS. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The Amalekite, who brought tidings of the overthrow, and accused himself of Saul's death, is slain. 17 Da- vid lamenteth Saul and Jonathan with a song. "TVT OW it came to pass after the death of Saul, A\ when David was returned from the slaugh- ter of the Amalekites, and David had abode two days in Ziklag; 2 It came even to pass on the third day, that, behold, a man came out of the camp from Saul with his clothes rent, and earth upon his head: and so it was, when he came to David, that he fell to the earth, and did obeisance. 3 And David said unto him, From wheiieG Goxn- est thou? And he said unto him, Out of the camp of Israel am I escaped. 4 And David said unto him, How, went the mat- ter? I pray thee, tell me. And he answered, That the people are fled from the battle, and many of the people also are fallen and dead: and Saul and Jonathan his son are dead also. 5 And David said unto the young man that told him, How knowest thou that Saul and Jonathan his son be dead? 6 And the young man that told him said, As I happened by chance upon mount Gilboa, behold, Saul leaned upon his spear; and, lo, the chariots and horsemen followed hard after him. 7 And when he looked behind him, he saw me, and called unto me. And I answered, Here am I. 8 And he said unto me, Who art thou? And I answered him, I am an Amalekite. 9 He said unto me again, Stand, I pray thee, upon me, and slay me: for anguish is come upon me, because my life is yet whole in me. 10 So I stood upon him, and slew him, because I was sure that he could not live after that he was fallen: and I took the crown that was upon his head, and the bracelet that was on his arm, and have brought them hither unto my lord. 11 Then David took hold on his clothes, and rent them; and likewise all the men that were with him: 12 And they mourned, and wept, and fasted until even, for Saul, and for Jonathan his son, and for the people of the Lord, and for the house of Israel; because they were fallen by the sword. 13 And David said unto the young men that told him, Whence art thou? And he answered, I am the son of a stranger, an Amalekite. 14 And David said unto him, How wast thou not afraid to stretch forth thine hand to destroy the Lord's anointed? 15 And David called one of the young men, and said, Go near, and fall upon him. And he smote him that he died. 16 And David said unto him, Thy blood be upon thy head; for thy mouth hath testified against thee, saying, I have slain the Lord's an- ointed. 17 And David lamented with this lamentation over Saul and over Jonathan his son: 18 (Also he bade them teach the children of Ju- dah the use of the bow : behold, it is written in the book of Jasher.) 19 The beauty of Israel is slain upon thy high places: how are the mighty fallen! 20 Tell it not in Gath, publish it not in the streets of Askelon : lest the daughters of the Phil- istines rejoice, lest the daughters of the uncircum- cised triumph. 21 Ye mountains of Gilboa, let there be no dew, neither let there be rain, upon you, nor fields of offerings: for there the shield of the mighty is vilely cast away, the shield of Saul, as though he had not been anointed with oil. 22 From the blood of the slain, from the fat of the mighty, the bow of Jonathan turned not back, and the sword of Saul returned not empty. 23 Saul and Jonathan were lovely and pleas- ant in their lives, and in their death they were not divided : they were swifter than eagles, they were stronger than lions. 24 Ye daughters of Israel, weep over Saul, who clothed you in scarlet, with other delights, who put on ornaments of gold upon your apparel. 25 How are the mighty fallen in the midst of the battle! O Jonathan, thou wast slain in thine high places. 26 I am distressed for thee, my brother Jona- than: very pleasant hast thou been unto me: thy bve to me was wonderful, passing the love of women. 27 How are the mighty fallen, and the weapons of war perished! CHAPTER n. (2) 1 David, by God's direction, with his company goeth up to Hebron, where he is made king of Judah. 5 He commendeth them of Jabesh-gilead for their kind- ness to Saul. 8 Abner maketh Ish-bosheth king of Israel. 12 A mortal skirmish between twelve of Ab- ner's and twelve of Joab's men. 18 Asahel is slain. 25 At Abner's motion Joab soundeth a retreat. 32 Asahel's burial. AND it came to pass after this, that David en- quired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah? And the Lord ' 236 David made king of Judah. II. SAMUEL, III. (3) Asahd is slain said unto him, Go up. And David said, Whither shall I go up? And he said, Unto Hebron. 2 So David went up thither, and his two wives also, Ahinoam the Jezreelitess, and Abigail Na- bal's wife the Carmelite. 3 And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household : and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron. 4 And the men of Judah came, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, saying, That the men of Jabesh-gilead were they that burie 1 Saul. 5 And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabesh-gilead, and said unto them, Blessed be ye of the Lord, that ye have shewed this kindness unto your lord, even unto Saul, and have buried him. 6 And now the Lord shew kindness and truth unto you: and I also will requite you this kind- ness, because ye have done this thing. 7 Therefore now let your hands be strength- ened, and be ye valiant: for your master Saul is dead, and also the house of Judah have anointed me king over them. 8 But Abner the son of Ner, captain of Saul's host, took Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, and brought him over to Mahanaim; 9 And made him king over Gilead, and over the Ashurites, and over Jezreel, and over Eph- raim, and over Benjamin, and over all Israel. 10 Ish-bosheth Saul's son was forty years old when he began to reign over Israel, and reigned two years. But the house of Judah followed David. 11 And the time that David was king in He- bron over the house of Judah was seven years and six months. 12 And Abner the son of Ner, and the servants of Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to Gibeon. 13 And Joab the son of Zeruiah, and the ser- vants of David, went out, and met together by the pool of Gibeon : and they sat down, the one on the one side of the pool, and the other on the other side of the pool. 14 And Abner said to Joab, Let the young men now arise, and play before us. And Joab said, Let them arise. 15 Then there arose and went over by number twelve of Benjamin, which pertained to Ish- bosheth the son of Saul, and twelve of the ser- vants of David. 16 And they caught every one his fellow by the head, and thrust) his sword in his fellow's side; so they fell down together: wherefore that place was called Helkath-hazzurim, which is in Gibeon. 17 And there was* a very sore battle that day; and Abner was beaten, and the men of Israel, be- fore the servants of David. 18 And there were three sons of Zeruiah there, Joab, and Abishai, and Asahel: and Asahel was as light of foot as a wild roe. 19 And Asahel pursued after Abner; and in going he turned not to the right hand nor to the left from following Abner. 20 Then Abner looked behind him, and said, Art thou Asahel? And he answered, I am. 21 And Abner said to him, Turn thee aside to thy right hand or to thy left, and lay thee hold on one of the young men, and take thee his armour. But Asahel would not turn aside from following of him. 22 And Abner said again to Asahel, Turn thee aside from following me: wherefore should I smite thee to the ground? how then should I hold up my face to Joab thy brother? 23 Howbeit he refused to turn aside: where- fore Abner with the hinder end of the spear smote him under the fifth rib, that the spear came out behind him; and he fell down there, and died in the same place: and it came to pass, that as many as came to the place where Asahel fell down. and died stood still. 24 Joab also and Abishai pursued after Abner: and the sun went down when they were come to the hill of Ammah, that lieth before Giah by the way of the wilderness of Gibeon. 25 And the children of Benjamin gathered themselves together after Abner, and became one troop, and stood on the top of an hill. 26 Then Abner called to Joab, and said, Shall the sword devour for ever? knowest thou not that it will be bitterness in the latter end? how long shall it be then, ere thou bid the people return from following their brethren? 27 And Joab said, As God liveth, unless thou hadst spoken, surely then in the morning the peo- ple had gone up every one from following his brother. 28 So Joab blew a trumpet, and all the people stood still, and pursued after Israel no more, neither fought they any more. 29 And Abner and his men walked all that night through the plain, and passed over Jordan, and went through all Bithron, and they came to Mahanaim. 30 And Joab returned from following Abner: and when he had gathered all the people together, there lacked of David's servants nineteen men and Asahel. 31 But the servants of David had smitten of Benjamin, and of Abner's men, so that three hun- dred and threescore men died. 32 And they took up Asahel, and buried him in the sepulchre of his father, which was in Beth- lehem. And Joab and his men went all night, and they came to Hebron at break of day. CHAPTER ni. (3) 1 During the war David still waxeth stronger. 2 Six sons were born to nim in Hebron, 6 Abner, displeased with Ish-bosheth, 12 revolteth to David. 13 David re- quireth a condition to bring him his wife Michal. 17 Abner having communed with the Israelites, is feast- ed by David, and dismissed. 22 Joab, returning from battle, is displeased with the king, and killeth Abner. 28 David curseth Joab, 31 and mourneth for Abner. "VT OW there was long war between the house _iAI of Saul and the house of David : but David waxed stronger and stronger, and the house of Saul waxed weaker and weaker. 237 Dauid waxeth stronger II. SAMUEL, III. (3) Abner revolteth to David. 2 And unto David were sons born in Hebron: and bis firstborn was Amnon, of Abinoam the Jezreelitess ; 3 And bis second, Chileab, of Abigail the wife of Nabal the Carmelite; and the third, Absalom the son of Maacah the daughter of Talmai king of Geshur; 4 And the fourth, Adonijah the son of Haggith ; and the fifth, Shephatiah the son of Abital ; 5 And the sixth, Ithream, by Eglah David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron. 6 And it came to pass, while there was war between the house of Saul and the house of David, that Abner made himself strong for the house of Saul. 7 And Saul had a concubine, whose name was Eizpah, the daughter of Aiah: and Ish-bosheth said to Abner, Wherefore hast thou gone in unto my father's concubine? 8 Then was Abner very wroth for the words of Ish-bosheth, and said, Am I a dog's head, which against Judab do shew kindness this day unto the house of Saul thy father, to his brethren, and to his friends, and have not delivered thee into the hand of David, that thou chargest me to day witb a fault concerning this woman? 9 So do God to Abner, and more also, except, as the Lord hath sworn to David, even so I do to him; 10 To translate the kingdom from the house of Saul, and to set up the throne of David over Israel and over Judah, from Dan even to Beer-sheba. 11 And he could not answer Abner a word again, because he feared him. 12 And Abner sent messengers to David on his behalf, saying, Whose is the land? saying also, Make thy league with me, and, behold, my hand shall be 'with thee, to bring about all Israel unto thee. 13 And he said, Well; I will make a league with thee : but one thing I require of thee, that is, Thou shalt not see my face, except thou first bring Michal Saul's daughter, when thou comest to see my face. 14 And David sent messengers to Ish-bosheth Saul's son, saying, Deliver me my wife Michal, which I espoused to me for an hundred foreskins of the Philistines. 15 And Ish-bosheth sent, and took her from her husband, even from Phaltiel the son of Laish. 16 And her husband went with her along weep- ing behind her to Bahurim. Then said Abner unto him, Go, return. And he returned. 17 And Abner had communication with the elders of Israel, saying, Ye sought for David in times past to be king over you: 18 Now then do it : for the Lord hath spoken of David, saying, By the hand of my servant David I will save my people Israel out of the hand of the Philistines, and out of the hand of all their enemies. 19 And Abner also spake in the ears of Benja- min: and Abner went also to speak in the ears of David in Hebron all that seemed good to Israel, and that seemed good to the whole house of Ben- jamin. 20 So Abner came to David to Hebron, and twenty men with him. And David made Abner and the men that were with him a feast. 21 And Abner said unto David, I will arise and go, and will gather all Israel unto my lord the king, that they may make a league with thee, and that thou mayest reign over all that thine heart desireth. And David sent Abner away; and he went in peace. 22 And, behold, the servants of David and Joab came from pursuing a troop, and brought in a great spoil with them: but Abner was not with David in Hebron; for be had sent him away, and he was gone in peace. 23 When Joab and all the host that was with him were come, they told Joab, saying, Abner the son of Ner came to the king, and he hath sent him away, and he is gone in peace. 24 Then Joab came to the king, and said, What hast thou done? behold, Abner came unto thee; why is it that thou hast sent him away, and he is quite gone? 25 Thou knowest Abner the son of Ner, that he came to deceive thee, and to know thy going out and thy coming in, and to know all that thou doest. 26 And when Joab vas come out from David, he sent messengers after Abner, which brought him again from the well of Sirah : but David knew it not. 27 And when Abner was returned to Hebron, Joab took him aside in the gate to speak with him quietly, and smote him there under the fifth rib, that he died, for the blood of Asahel his brother. 28 And afterward when David heard it, he said, I and my kingdom are guiltless before the Lord for ever from the blood of Abner the son of Ner: 29 Let it rest on the head of Joab, and on all his father's house ; and let there not fail from the house of Joab one that hath an issue, or that is a leper, or that leaneth on a staff, or that f alleth on the sword, or that lacketh bread. 30 So Joab and Abishai his brother slew Ab- ner, because he had slain their brother Asahel at Gibeon in the battle. 31 And David said to Joab, and to all the peo- ple that were with him, Rend your clothes, and gird you with sackcloth, and mourn before Abner. And king David himself followed the bier. 32 And they buried Abner in Hebron : and the king lifted up' his voice, and wept at the grave of Abner; and all the people wept. 33 And the king lamented over Abner, and said, Died Abner as a fool dieth? 34 Thy hands were not bound, nor thy feet put into fetters: as a man f alleth before wicked men, so fellest thou. And all the people wept again over him. 35 And when all the people came to cause David to eat meat while it was yet day, David sware, saying, So do God to me, and more also, if I taste bread, or ought else, till the sun be down. 238 Ish-bosheth slain. II. SAMUEL, IV. (4) David anointed king of Israel. 36 And all the people took notice of it, and it pleased them: as whatsoever the king did pleased all the people. 37 For all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to slay Abner the son of Ner. 38 And the king said unto his servants, Know ye not that there is a prince and a great man fallen this day in Israel? 39 And I am this day weak, though anointed king; and these men the sons of Zeruiah be too hard for me: the Lord shall reward the doer of evil according to his wickedness. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 The Israelites being troubled at the death of Abner, 2 Baanah and Rechab slay Ish-bosheth, and bring" his head to Hebron. 9 David causeth them to be slaia, and lsh-bosheth's head to be buried. AND when Saul's son heard that Abner was dead in Hebron, his hands were feeble, and all the Israelites were troubled. 2 And Saul's son had two men that were cap- tains of bands: the name of the one was Baanah, and the name of the other Rechab, the sons of Rimmon a Beerothite, of the children of Benja- min: (for Beeroth also was reckoned to Benjamin. 3 And the Beerothites fled to Gittaim, and were sojourners there until this day.) 4 And Jonathan, Saul's son, had a son that was lame of his feet. He was five years old when the tidings came of Saul and Jonathan out of Jezreel, and his nurse took him up, and fled: and it came to pass, as she made haste to flee, that he fell, and became lame. And his name was Mephi* bosheth. 5 And the sons of Rimmon the Beerothite, Re- chab and Baanah, went, and came about the heat of the day to the house of Ish-bosheth, who lay on a bed at noon. 6 And they came thither into the midst of the house, as though they would have fetched wheat; and they smote him under the fifth rib: and Re- chab and Baanah his brother escaped. 7 For when they came into the house, he lay on his bed in his bedchamber, and they smote him, and slew him, and beheaded him, and took his head, and gat them away through the plain all night. 8 And they brought the head of Ish-bosheth unto David to Hebron, and said to the king, Be- hold the head of Ish-bosheth the son of Saul thine enemy, which sought thy life ; and the Lord hath avenged my lord the king this day of Saul, and of his seed. 9 And David answered Rechab and Baanah his brother, the sons of Rimmon the Beerothite, and said unto them, As the Lord liveth, who hath re- deemed my soul out of all adversity, 10 When one told me, saying, Behold, Saul is dead, thinking to have brought good tidings, I took hold of him, and slew him in Ziklag, who thought that I would have given him a reward for his tidings: 11 How much more, when wicked men have slain a righteous person in his own house upon his bed? shall I not therefore now require his blood of your hand, and take you away from the earth? 12 And David commanded his young men, and they slew them, and cut off their hands and their feet, and hanged them up over the pool in Hebron. But they took the head of Ish-bosheth, and buried it in the sepulchre of Abner in Hebron. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The tribes come to Hebron to anoint David over Israel. 4 David's age. 6 He taking Zion from the Jebusites dwelleth in it. 11 Hiram sendeth to David. 13 Eleven sons are born to him in Jerusalem. 17 Da- vid, directed by God, smiteth the Philistines at Baal- perazim, 22 and again at the mulberry trees. THEN came all the tribes of Israel to David unto Hebron, and spake, saying, Behold, we are thy bone and thy flesh. 2 Also in time past, when Saul was king over us, thou wast he that leddest out and broughtest in Israel: and the Lord said to thee, Thou shalt feed my people Israel, and thou shalt be a captain over Israel. 3 So all the elders of Israel came to the king to Hebron; and king David made a league with them in Hebron before the Lord: and they an- ointed David king over Israel. 4 David was thirty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years. 5 In Hebron he reigned over Judah seven years and six months: and in Jerusalem he reigned thirty and three years over all Israel and Judah. 6 And the king and his men went to Jeru- salem unto the Jebusites, the inhabitants of the land: which spake unto David, saying, Except thou take away the blind and the lame, thou shalt not come in hither: thinking, David cannot come in hither. 7 Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion: the same is the city of David. 8 And David said on that day, Whosoever get- teth up to the gutter, and smiteth the Jebusites, and the lame and the blind, that are hated of David's soul, he. shall be chief and captain Wherefore they said, The blind and the lame shall not come into the house. 9 So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. 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(2) David's charge to Solomon. 30 Even as I sware unto thee by the Lord God of Israel, saying, Assuredly Solomon thy son shall reign after me, and he shall sit upon my throne in my stead; even so will I certainly do this day. 31 Then Bath-sheba bowed with her face to the earth, and did reverence to the king, and said, Let my lord king David live for ever. 32 And king David said, Call me Zadok the priest, and Nathan the prophet, and Benaiah the son of Jehoiada. And they came before the king. 33 The king also said unto them, Take with you the servants of your lord, and cause Solomon my son to ride upon mine own mule, and bring him down to Gihon: 34 And let Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet anoint him there king over Israel: and blow ye with the trumpet, and say, God save king Solomon. 35 Then ye shall come up after him, that he may come and sit upon my throne; for he shall be king in my stead : and I have appointed him to be ruler over Israel and over Judah. 36 And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada answered the king, and said, Amen: the Lord God of my lord the king say so too. 37 As the Lord hath been with my lord the king, even so be he with Solomon, and make his throne greater than the throne of my lord king David. 38 So Zadok the priest, and Nathan the prophet, and Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and the Cherethites, and the Pelethites, went down, and caused Solomon to ride upon king David's mule, and brought him to Gihon. 39 And Zadok the priest took an horn of oil out of the tabernacle, and anointed Solomon. And they blew the trumpet; and all the people said, God save king Solomon. 40 And all the people came up after him, and the people piped with pipes, and rejoiced with great joy, so that the earth rent with the sound of them. 41 And Adonijah and all the guests that were with him heard it as they had made an end of eating. And when Joab heard the sound of the trumpet, he said, Wherefore is this noise of the city being in an uproar? 42 And while he yet spake, behold, Jonathan the son of Abiathar the priest came: and Adonijah said unto him, Come in; for thou art a valiant man, and bringest good tidings. 43 And Jonathan answered and said to Adoni- jah, Verily our lord king David hath made Solo- mon king. 44 And the king hath sent with him Zadok the priest, and Nathan the prophet, and Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and the Cherethites, and the Pelethites, and they have caused him to ride upon the king's mule: 45 And Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet have anointed him king in Gihon: and they are come up from thence rejoicing, so that the city rang again. This is the noise that ye have heard. 46 And also Solomon sitteth on the throne of the kingdom. 47 And moreover the king's servants came to bless our lord king David, saying, God make the name of Solomon better than thy name, and make his throne greater than thy throne. And the king bowed himself upon the bed. 48 And also thus said the king, Blended be the Lord God of Israel, which hath given one to sit on my throne this day, mine eyes even seeing it. 49 And all the guests that were with Adonijah were afraid, and rose up, and went every man his way. 50 And Adonijah feared because of Solomon, and arose, and went, and caught hold on the horns of the altar. 51 And it was told Solomon, saying, Behold, Adonijah feareth king Solomon: for, lo, he hath .caught hold on the horns of the altar, saying, Let king Solomon swear unto me to day that he will not slay his servant with the sword. 52 And Solomon said, If he will shew himself a worthy man, there shall not an hair of him fall to the earth: but if wickedness shall be found in him, he shall die. 53 So king Solomon sent, and they brought him down from the altar. And he came and bowed himself to king Solomon: and Solomon said unto him, Go to thine house. CHAPTER n. (2) 1 David, having given a charge to Solomon, 3 of reli- giousness, 5 of Joab, 7 of Barzillai, 8 of Shimei, 10 dieth. 12 Solomon succeedeth. 13 Adonijah, moving Bath-sheba to sue unto Solomon for Abishag, is put to death. 26 Abiathar, having his life given him, is deprived of the priesthood. ' 28 Joab fleeing to the horns of the altar is there slain. 35 Benaiah is put in Joab's room, and Zadok in Abiathar's. 36 Shimei, confined to Jerusalem, by occasion of going thence to Gath, is put to death. "VT OW the days of David drew nigh that he -i-ll should die; and he charged Solomon his son, saying, 2 I go the way of all the earth : be thou strong therefore, and shew thyself a man; 3 And keep the charge of the Lord thy God, to walk in his ways, to keep his statutes, and his commandments, and his judgments, and his testi- monies, as it is written in the law of Moses, that thou mayest prosper in all that thou doest, and whithersoever thou turnest thyself: 4 That the Lord may continue his word which he spake concerning me, saying, If thy children take heed to their way, to walk before me in truth with all their heart and with all their soul, there shall not fail thee (said >ie) a man on the throne of Israel. 5 Moreover thou knowest sdso what Joab the son of Zeruiah did to me, and what he did to the two captains of the hosts of Israel, unto Abner the son of Ner, and unto Amasa the son of Jether, whom he slew, and shed the blood of war in peace, and put the blood of war upon his girdle that was about his loins, and in his shoes that were on his feet. 36© Solomon succeedeth him. I. KINGS, II. (2) Adonijah is put to death. Y 6 Do therefore according to thy wisdom, and let not his hoar head go down to the grave in peace. 7 But shew kindness unto the sons of Barzillai the Gileadite, and let them be of those that eat at thy table: for so they came to me when I fled be- cause of Absalom thy brother. 8 And, behold, thou hast with thee Shimei the son of Gera, a Benjamite of Bahurim, which cursed me with a grievous curse in the day when I went to Mahanaim : but he came down to meet me at Jordan, and I sware to him by the Lord, saying, I will not put thee to death with the sword. 9 Now therefore hold him not guiltless: for thou art a wise man, and knowest what thou oughtest to do unto him ; but his hoar head bring thou down to the grave with blood. 10 So David slept with his fathers, and was buried in the city of David. 11 And the days that David reigned over Is- rael were forty years: seven years reigned he in Hebron, and thirty and three years reigned he in Jerusalem. 12 Then sat Solomon upon the throne of David his father; and his kingdom was established greatly. 13 And Adonijah the son of Haggith came to Bath-sheba the mother of Solomon. And she said, Comest thou peaceably? And he said, Peaceably. 14 He said moreover, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And she said, Say on. 15 And he said, Thou knowest that the king- dom was mine, and that all Israel set their faces on me, that I should reign : howbeit the kingdom is turned about, and is become my brother's: for it was his from the Lord. 16 And now I ask one petition of thee, deny me not. And she said unto him, Say on. 17 And he said, Speak, I pray thee, unto Solo- mon the king, (for he will not say thee nay,) that he give me Abishag the Shunammite to wife. 18 And Bath-sheba said, Well ; I will speak for thee unto the king. . 19 Bath-sheba therefore went unto king Solo- mon, to speak unto him for Adonijah. And the king rose up to meet her, and bowed himself unto her, and sat down on his throne, and caused a seat to be set for the king's mother; and she sat on his right hand. 20 Then she said, I desire one small petition of thee ; I pray thee, say me not nay. And the king said unto her. Ask on, my mother: for I will not say thee nay. 21 And she said, Let Abishag the Shunammite be given to Adonijah thy brother to wife. 22 And king Solomon answered and said unto his mother, And why doest thou ask Abishag the Shunammite for Adonijah? ask for him the king- dom also; for he is mine elder brother; even for him, and for Abiathar the priest, and for Joab the son of Zeruiah. 23 Then king Solomon sware by the Lord, say- ing, God do so to me, and more also, if Adonijah have not spoken this word against his own life. 24 Now therefore, as the Lord liveth, which hath established me, and set me on the throne of David my father, and who hath made me an house, as he promised, Adonijah shall be put to death this day. 25 And king Solomon sent by the hand of Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; and he fell upon him that he died. 26 And unto Abiathar the priest said the king, Get thee to Anathoth, unto thine own fields; for thou art worthy of death: but I will not at this time put thee to death, because thou barest the ark of the Lord God before David my father, and because thou hast been afflicted in all wherein my father was afflicted. 27 So Solomon thrust out Abiathar from being priest unto the Lord ; that he might fulfil the word of the Lord, which he spake concerning the house of Eli in Shiloh. 28 Then tidings came to Joab: for Joab had turned after Adonijah, though he turned not after Absalom. And Joab fled unto the taber- nacle of the Lord, and caught hold on the horns of the altar. 29 And it was told king Solomon that Joab was fled unto the tabernacle of the Lord; and, behold, he is by the altar. Then Solomon sent Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, saying, Go, fall upon him. 30 And Benaiah came to the tabernacle of the Lord, and said unto him, Thus saith the king, Come forth. And he said, Nay; but I will die here. And Benaiah brought the king word again, saying, Thus said Joab, and thus he answered me. 31 And the king said unto him, Do as he hath said, and fall upon him, and bury him; that thou mayest take away the innocent blood, which Joab sh'ed, from me, and from the house of my father. B2 And the Lord shall return his blood upon his own head, who fell upon two men more right- eous and better than he, and slew them with the sword, my father David not knowing thereof, to wit, Abner the son of Ner, captain of the host of Israel, and Amasa the son of Jether, captain of the host of Judah. 33 Their blood shall therefore return upon the head of Joab, and upon the head of his seed for ever: but upon David, and upon his seed, and upon his house, and upon his throne, shall there be peace for ever from the Lord. 34 So Benaiah the son of Jehoiada went up, and fell upon him, and slew him: and he was buried in his own house in the wilderness. 35 And the king put Benaiah the son of Je- hoida in his room over the host: and Zadok the priest did the king put in the room of Abiathar. 36 And the king sent and called for Shimei, and said unto him, Build thee an house in Jeru- salem, and dwell there, and go not forth thence any whither. 37 For it shall be, that on the day thou goest out, and passest over the brook Kidron, thou shalt 260 TOMBS OF THE KINGS. (I. Kings 2,10). "So David slept with his fathers, and was buried in the City of David." The tombs of the kings are surrounded by a wall, and are entered from the west side, where twenty-four steps are cut out of the solid rock, nine yards wide. These lead down into the tombs In an easterly direction. These tombs are held in high esteem by the Jews, who call them the "cavern of Zedekiah." It is supposed that Queen Helena, of Adiabene, was also buried here. They also bear the name of "tombs of the kings," but there is no definite information as to whether any of the kings of Judah are buried there. _.. _. v _ Shimei is put to death. I. KINGS, III. (3) Solomon obtaineth wisdom. know lor certain that thon shalt surely die: thy blood shall be upon thine own head. 38 And Shimei said unto the king. The saying is good: as my lord the king hath said, so will thy servant do. And Shimei dwelt in Jerusalem many days. 39 And it came to pass at the end of three years, that two of the servants of Shimei ran away unto Achish son of Maachah king of Gath. And they told Shimei, saying, Behold, thy servants be in Gath. 40 And Shimei arose, and saddled his ass, and went to Gath to Achish to seek his servants : and Shimei went, and brought his servants from Gath. 41 And it was told Solomon that Shimei had gone from Jerusalem to Gath, and was come again. 42 And the king sent and called for Shimei, and said unto him, Did I not make thee to swear by the Lord, and protested unto thee, saying, Know for a certain, en the day thou goest out, and walk- est abroad any whither, that thou shalt surely die? and thou saidst unto me, The word that I have heard is good. 43 Why then hast thou not kept the oath of the Lord, and the commandment that I have charged thee with? 44 The king said moreover to Shimei, Thou knowest all the wickedness which thine heart is privy to, that thou didst to David my father: therefore the Lord shall return thy wickedness upon thine own head ; 45 And king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the Lord for ever. 46 So the king commanded Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; which went out, and fell upon him, that he died. And the kingdom was established in the hand of Solomon. CHAPTER m. (3) 1 Solomon marrieth Pharaoh's daughter. 2 High places being in use, Solomon sacriflceth at Gibeon. 5 Solo- mon at Gibeon, in the choice which God gave him. preferring wisdom, obtaineth wisdom, riches, and honour. 16 Solomon's judgment between the two harlots maketh him renowned. AND Solomon made affinity with Pharaoh king of Egypt, and took Pharaoh's daugh- ter, and brought her into the city of David, until he had made an end of building his own house, and the house of the Lord, and the wall of Jeru- salem round about. 2 Only the people sacrificed in high places, be- cause there was no house built unto the name of the Lord, until those days. 3 And Solomon loved the Lord, walking in the statutes of David his father: only he sacrificed and burnt incense in high places. 4 And the king went to Gibeon to sacrifice there; for that was the great high place: a thous- and burnt offerings did Solomon offer upon that altar. 5 In Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night : and God said, Ask what I shall give thee. 6 And Solomon said, Thou hast shewed unto thy servant David my father great mercy, accord- ing as he walked before thee in truth, and in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart with thee ; and thou hast kept for him this great kind- ness, that thou hast given him a son to sit on his throne, as it is this day. 7 And now, O Lord my God, thou hast made thy servant king instead of David my father: and I am but a little child: I know not how to go out or come in. 8 And thy servant is in the midst of thy peo- ple which thou hast chosen, a great people, that cannot be numbered nor counted for multitude. 9 Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern be- tween good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people 10 And the speech pleased the Lord, that Solo- mon had asked this thing. 11 And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judg- ment; 12 Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there was none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee. 13 And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days. 14 And if thou wilt walk in my ways, to keep my statutes and my commandments, as thy father David did walk, then I will lengthen thy days. 15 And Solomon awoke: and, behold, it was a dream. And he came to Jerusalem, and stood be- fore the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and of- fered up burnt offerings, and offered peace offer- ings, and made a feast to all his servants. 16 Then came there two women that were har- lots, unto the king, and stood before him. 17 And the one woman said, O my lord, I and this woman dwell in one house; and I was deliv- ered of a child with her in the house. 18 And it came to pass the third day after that I was delivered, that this woman was delivered also; and we were together; there was no stranger with us in the house, save we two in the house. 19 And this woman's child died in the night; because she overlaid it. 20 And she arose at midnight, and took my son from beside me, while thine handmaid slept, and laid it in her bosom, and laid her dead child in my bosom. 21 And when I rose in the morning to give my child suck, behold, it was dead; but when I had considered it in the morning, behold, it was not my son, which I did bear. 261 Solomon's princes and officers. I. KINGS, IV, (4) The largeness of his kingdom. 22 And the other woman said, Nay; but the living is my son, and the dead is thy son. And this said, No; but the dead is thy son, and the liv- ing is my son. Thus they spake before the king. 23 Then said the king, The one saith, This is my son that liveth, and thy son is the dead: and the other saith, Nay; but thy son is the dead, and my son is the living. 24 And the king said, Bring me a sword. And they brought a sword before the king. 25 And the king said, Divide the living child in two, and give half to the one, and half to the other. 26 Then spake the woman whose the living child was unto the king, for her bowels yearned upon her son, and she said, O my lord, give her the living child, and in no wise slay it. But the other said, Let it be neither mine nor thine, but di- vide it. 27 Then the king answered and said, Give her the living child, and in no wise slay it: she is the mother there ?f. 28 And all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king: for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do judgment. CHAPTER TV. (4) 1 Solomon's princes. 7 His twelve officers for provision 20, 24 The peace and largeness of his kingdom. 22 His daily provision. 26 His stables. 29 His wisdom. SO king Solomon was king over all Israel. 2 And these were the princes which he had; Azariah the son of Zadok the priest. 3 Elihoreph and Ahiah, the sons of Shisha, scribes; Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud, the re- corder. 4 And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the host: and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests: 5 And Azariah the son of Nathan was over the officers: and Zabud the son of Nathan was prin- cipal officer, and the king's friend: 6 And Ahishar was over the household: and Adoniram the son of Abda was over the tribute. 7 And Solomon had twelve officers over all Is- rael, which provided victuals for the king and his household: each man his month in a year made provision. 8 And these are their names: The son of Hur, In mount Ephraim: 9 The son of Dekar, in Makaz, and in Shaalbim, and Beth-shemesh, and Elon-beth-hanan: 10 The son of Hesed, in Aruboth; to him per- tained Sochoh, and all the land of Hepher: 11 The son of Abinadab, in all the region of Dor; which had Taphath the daughter of Solomon to wife: 12 Baana the son of Ahilud; to him pertained Taanach and Megiddo, and all Beth-shean, which is by Zartanah beneath Jezreel, from Beth-shean to Abel-meholah, even unto the place that is be- yond Jokneam: 13 The eon of Geber, in Ramoth-gilead ; to him pertained the towns of Jair the son of Manasseh, which are in Gilead; to him also pertained the re- gion of Argob, which is in Bashan, threescore great cities with walls and brasen bars: 14 Ahinadab the son of Iddo had Mahanaim: 15 Ahimaaz was in Naphtali; he also took Bas- math the daughter of Solomon to wife; 16 Baanah the son of Hushai was: in Asher and in Aloth: 17 Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah, in Issachar: 18 Shimei the son of Elah, in Benjamin: 19 Geber the son of Uri was in the country of Gilead, in the country of Sihon king of the Amor- ites, and of Og king of Bashan; and he was the only officer which was in the land. 20 Judah and Israel were many, as the sand which is by the sea in multitude, eating and drinking, and making merry. 21 And Solomon reigned over all kingdoms from the river unto the land of the Philistines, and unto the border of Egypt: they brought pres- ents, and served Solomon all the days of his life. 22 And Solomon's provision for one day was thirty measures of fine flour, and threescore meas- ures of meal, 23 Ten fat oxen, and twenty oxen out of the pastures, and an hundred sheep, beside harts, and roebucks, and fallowdeer, and fatted fowl. 24 For he had dominion over all the region on this side the river, from Tiphsah even to Azzah, over all the kings on this side the river: and he had peace on all sides round about him. 25 And Judah and Israel dwelt safely, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, from Dan even to Beer-sheba, all the days of Solomon. 26 And Solomon had forty thousand stalls of horses for his chariots and twelve thousand horse- men. 27 And those officers provided victual for king Solomon, and for all that came unto king Solo- mon's table, every man in his month: they lacked nothing. 28 Barley also and straw for the horses and dromedaries brought they unto the place where the officers were, every man according to his charge. 29 And God gave Solomon wisdom and under- standing exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea shore. 30 And Solomon's wisdom excelled the wisdom of all the children of the east country, and all the wisdom of Egypt. 31 For he was wiser than all men ; than Ethan the Ezrahite, and Heman, and Chalcol, and Dar- da, the sons of Mahol : and his fame was in all na- tions round about. 32 And he spake three thousand proverbs : and his songs were a thousand and five. 33 And he spake of trees, from the cedar tree that is in Lebanon even unto the hyssop that springeth out of the wall : he spake also of beasts, and of fowl, and of creeping things, and of fishes. 34 And there came of all people to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, which had heard of his wisdom. 262 Hiram's message to Solomon. I. KINGS, V. (5) Solomon buildeth the temple. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Hiram, sending to congratulate Solomon, is certified of his purpose to build the temple, and desired to furnish him with timber thereto. 7 Hiram, blessing God for Solomon, and requesting food for his family, furnisheth him with trees. 13 The number of Solo- mon's workmen and labourers. A VD Hiram king of Tyre sent his servants -£^_ unto Solomon; for he had heard that they had anointed him king in the room of his father: for Hiram was ever a lover of David. 2 And Solomon sent to Hiram, saying, 3 Thou knowest how that David my father could not build an house unto the name of the Lord his God for the wars which were about him on every side, until the Lord put them under the soles of his feet. 4 But now the Lord my God hath given me rest on every side, so that there is neither ad- versary nor evil occurrent. 5 And, behold, I purpose to build an house unto the name of the Lord my God, as the Lord spake unto David my father, saying, Thy son, whom I will set upon thy throne in thy room, he shall build an house unto my name. 6 Now therefore command thou that they hew me cedar trees out of Lebanon ; and my servants shall be with thy servants: and unto thee will I give hire for thy servants according to all that thou shalt appoint : for thou knowest that there is not among us any that can skill to hew timber- like unto the Sidonians. 7 And it came 'to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be the Lord this day, which hath given unto David a wise son over this great people. 8 And Hiram sent to Solomon, saying, I have considered the things which thou sentest to me for: and I will do all thy desire concerning timber of cedar, and concerning timber of fir. 9 My servants shall bring them down from Leb- anon unto the sea: and I will convey them by sea in floats unto the place that thou shalt appoint me, and will cause them to be discharged there, and thou shalt receive them: and thou shalt ac- complish my desire, in giving food for mv house- hold. 10 So Hiram gave Solomon cedar trees and fir trees according to all his desire. 11 And Solomon gave Hiram twenty thousand measures of wheat for food to his household, and twenty measures of pure oil: thus gave Solomon to Hiram year by year. 12 And the Lord gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him: and there was? peace between Hiram and Solomon ; and they two made a league together. 13 And king Solomon raised a levy out of all Israel; and the levy was thirty thousand men. 14 And he sent them to Lebanon, ten thousand a month by courses: a month they were in Leb- anon, and two months at home: and Adoniram was over the levy. 15 And Solomon had threescore and ten thous- and that bare burdens, and fourscore thousand hewers in the mountains; 16 Beside the chief of Solomon's officers which were over the work, three thousand and three hundred, which ruled over the people that wrought in the work. 17 And the king commanded, and they brought great stones, costly stones, and hewed stones, to lay the foundation of the house. 18 And Solomon's builders and Hiram's build- ers did hew them, and the stonesquarers: so they prepared timber and stones to build the house. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The building of Solomon's temple. 5 The chambers thereof. 11 God's promise unto it. 15 The cieling and adorning of it. 23 The cherubims. 31 The doors. 36 The court. 37 The time of building it. AND it came to pass in the four hundred and eightieth year after the children of Israel were come out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon's reign over Israel, in the month Zif, which is the second month, that he began to build the house of the Lord. 2 And the house which king Solomon built for the Lord, the length thereof was threescore cu- bits, and the breadth thereof twenty cubits, and the height thereof thirty cubits^ 3 And the porch before the temple of the house, twenty cubits was the 1 length thereof, according to the breadth of the house; and ten cubits was the breadth thereof before the house. 4 And for the house he made windows of nar- row lights. 5 And against the wall of the house he built chambers round about, against the walls of the house round about, both of the temple and of the oracle: and he made chambers round about: 6 The nethermost chamber was five cubits broad, and the middle was six cubits broad, and the third was seven cubits broad: for without in the wall of the house he made narrowed rests round about, that the beams should not be fast- ened in the walls of the house. 7 And the house, when it was in building, was built of stone made ready before it was brought thither: so that there was neither hammer nor ax nor any tool of iron heard in the house, while it was in building. 8 The door for the middle chamber was in the right side of the house: and they went up with winding stairs into the middle chamber, and out of the middle into the third. 9 So he built the house, and finished it; arid covered the house with beams and boards of cedar. 10 And then he built chambers against all the house, five cubits high: and they rested on the house with timber of cedar. 11 And the word of the Lord came to Solomon, saying, 12 Concerning this house which thou art ia building, if thou wilt walk in my statutes, and 263 TOMB OF HIRAM OF TYRE. (I. Kings, 5,1.) "And Hiram, king of Tyre, sent his servants unto Solomon; for he had heard that they had anointed him king in the room of his father: for Hiram was ever a lover of David." This structure is a very interesting memorial of the past and is situated quite close to the city of Tyre. Hiram was a very distinguished king of that place, was contemporary with David and Solomon and was on terms of strictest political and personal friendship with them. Under his reign the city of Tyre he came celebrated for its wealth and magnificence; and the vast supplies he furnished to the kings of Israel show the greatness of his resources. He also aided Solomon in building the Temple by sending to him architects and cunning Phoenician artists in wood, stone and metals. iy\ Hiram's work of I. KINGS, VII. (7) the two pillars. execute my judgments, and keep all my com- mandments to walk in them ; then will I perform my word with thee, which I spake unto David thy father: 13 And I will dwell among the children of Is- rael, and will not forsake my peope Israel. 14 So Solomon built the house, and finished it. 15 And he built the walls of the house within with boards of cedar, both the floor of the house, and the walls of the cieling: and he covered them on the inside with wood, and covered the floor of the house with planks of fir. 16 And he built twenty cubits on the sides of the house, both the floor and the walls with boards of cedar: he even built them for it within, even for the oracle, even for the most holy place. 17 And the house, that is, the temple before it, was forty cubits long. 18 And the cedar of the house within was carved with knops and open flowers: all was ce- dar; there was no stone seen. 19 And the oracle he prepared in the house within, to set there the ark of the covenant of the Lord. 20 And the oracle in the forepart was twenty cubits in length, and twenty cubits in breadth, and twenty cubits in the height thereof: and he overlaid it with pure gold ; and so covered the al- tar which was of cedar. 21 So Solomon overlaid the house within with pure gold: and he made a partition by the chains of gold before the oracle ; and he overlaid it with gold. 22 And the whole house he overlaid with gold, until he had finished all the house: also the whole altar that was by the oracle he overlaid with gold. 23 And within the oracle he made two che- rubims of olive tree, each ten cubits high. 24 And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the che- rub : for the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. 25 And the other cherub was ten cubits : both the cherubims were of one measure and one size. 26 The height of the one cherub was ten cubits, and so was it of the other cherub. 27 And he set the cherubims within the inner house: and they stretched forth the wings of the cherubims, so that the wing of the one touched the one wall, and the wing of the other cherub touched the other wall ; and their wings touched one another in the midst of the house. 28 And he overlaid the cherubims with gold. 29 And he carved all the walls of the house round about with carved figures of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, within and without. 30 And the floor of the house he overlaid with gold, within and without. 31 And for the entering of the oracle he made doors of olive tree : the lintel and side posts were a fifth part of the wall. 32 The two doors also were of olive tree; and he carved upon them carvings of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, and overlaid them with gold, and spread gold upon the cherubims, and upon the palm trees. 33 So also made he for the door of the temple posts of olive tree, a fourth part of the wall. 34 And the two doors were of fir tree: the two leaves of the one door were folding, and the two leaves of the other door were folding. 35 And he carved thereon cherubims and palm trees and open flowers: and covered them with gold fitted upon the carved work. 36 And he built the inner court with three rows of hewed stone, and a row of cedar beams. 37 In the fourth year was the foundation of the house of the Lord laid, in the month Zif : 38 And in the eleventh year, in the month Bui, which is the eighth month, was the house fin- ished throughout all the parts thereof, and ac- cording to all the fashion of it. So was he seven years in building it. CHAPTER VH. (7) 1 The building of Solomon's house. 2 Of the house of Lebanon. G Of the porch and pillars. 7 Of the porch of judgment. 8 Of the house of Pharaoh's daughter. 13 Hiram's work of the two pillars. 23 Of the molten sea. 27 Of the ten bases. 38 Of the ten layers, 40 and all the vessels. BUT Solomon- was building his own house thirteen years, and he finished all his house. 2 He built also the house of the forest of Leb- anon; the length thereof was an hundred cubits, and the breadth thereof fifty cubits, and the height thereof thirty cubits, upon four rows of cedar pillars, with cedar beams upon the pillars. 3 And it was covered with cedar above upon the beams, that lay on forty five pillars, fifteen in a row. 4 And there were windows in three rows, and light was against light in three ranks. 5 And all the doors and posts were square, with the windows : and light was against light in three ranks. 6 And he made a porch of pillars; the length thereof was fifty cubits, and the breadth thereof thirty cubits: and the porch was before them: and the other pillars and the thick beam were before them. 7 Then he made a porch for the throne where he might judge, even the porch of judgment: and it was covered with cedar from one side of the floor to the other. 8 And his house where he dwelt had another court within the porch, which was of the like work. Solomon made also an house for Pharaoh's daughter, whom he had taken to wife, like unto this porch. 9 All these were of costly stones, according to the measures of hewed stones, sawed with saws, within and without, even from the foundation unto the coping, and so on the outside toward the great court. 10 And the foundation was of costly stones, even great stones, stones of ten cubits, and stones of eight cubits. 264 The ornaments, and I. KINGS, VII. (7) utensils for the temple. 11 And above were costly stones, after the measures of hewed stones, and cedars. 12 And the great court round about was with three rows of hewed stones, and a row of cedar beams, both for the inner court of the house of the Lord, and for the porch of the house. 13 And king Solomon sent and fetched Hiram out of Tyre. 14 He was a widow's son of the tribe of Naph- tali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a worker in brass: and he was filled with wisdom, and under- standing, and cunning to work all works in brass. And he came to king Solomon, and wrought all his work. 15 For he cast two pillars of brass, of eighteen cubits high apiece: and a line of twelve cubits did compass either of them about. 16 And he made two chapiters of molten brass, to set upon the tops of the pillars : the height of the one chapiter was five cubits, and the height of the other chapiter was five cubits : 17 And nets of checker work, and wreaths of chain work, for the chapiters which were upon the top of the pillars ; seven for the one chapiter, and seven for the other chapiter. 18 And he made the pillars, and two: rows round about upon the one network, to cover the chapiters that were upon the top, with pomegran- ates: and so did he for the other chapiter. 19 And the chapiters that were upon the top of the pillars were of lily work in the porch, four cubits. 20 And the chapiters upon the two pillars had pomegranates also above, over against the belly which was by the network : and the pomegranates were two hundred in rows round about upon the other chapiter. 21 And he set up the pillars in the porch of the temple: and he set up the right pillar, and called the name thereof Jachin: and he set up the left pillar, and called the name thereof Boaz. 22 And upon the top of the pillars was lily work : so was the work of the pillars finished. 23 And he made a molten sea, ten cubits from the one brim to the other: it was round all about, and his height was five cubits: and a line of thirty cubits did compass it round about. 24 And under the brim of it round about there were knops compassing it, ten in a cubit, com- passing the sea round about: the knops were cast in two rows, when it was cast. 25 It stood upon twelve oxen, three looking to- ward the north, and three looking toward the west, and three looking toward the south, and three looking toward the east: and the sea was set above upon them, and all their hinder parts were inward. 26 And it was an hand breadth thick, and the brim thereof was wrought like the brim of a cup, with flowers of lilies: it contained two thousand baths. 27 And he made ten bases of brass ; four cubits was the length of one base, and four cubits the breadth thereof, and three cubits the height of it. 28 And the work of the bases was on this man- ner: they had borders, and the "borders were be- tween the ledges: 29 And on the borders that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubims : and upon the ledges there was a base above: and beneath the lions and oxen were certain additions made of thin work. 30 And every base had four brasen wheels, and plates of brass: and the four corners thereof had undersetters: under the laver were undersetters molten, at the side of every addition. 31 And the mouth of it within the chapiter and above was a cubit: but the mouth thereof was round after the work of the base, a cubit and an half: and also upon the mouth of it were gravings with their borders, foursquare, not round. 32 And under the borders were four wheels; and the axletrees of the wheels were joined to the base: and the height of a wheel was a cubit and half a cubit. 33 And the work of the wheels was like the work of a chariot wheel : their axletrees, and their naves, and their felloes, and their spokes, were all molten. 34 And there were four undersetters to the four corners of one base: and the undersetters were of the very base itself. 35 And in the top of the base was there a round compass of half a cubit high: and on the top of the base the ledges thereof and the borders there- of were of the same. 36 For on the plates of the ledges thereof, and on the borders thereof, he graved cherubims, lions, and palm trees, according to the proportion of every one, and additions round about, 37 After this manner he made the ten bases: all of them had one casting, one measure, and one size. 38 Then made he ten lavers of brass : one laver contained forty baths: and every laver was four cubits: and upon every one of the ten bases one laver. 39 And he put five bases on the right side of the house, and five on the left side of the house: and he set the sea on the right side of the house eastward over against the south. 40 And Hiram made the lavers, and the shov- els, and the basons. So Hiram made an end of doing all the work that he made king Solomon for the house of the Lord : 41 The two pillars, and the two bowls of the chapiters that were on the top of the two pillars; and the two networks, to cover the two bowls of the chapiters which were upon the top of the pillars; 42 And four hundred pomegranates for the two networks, even two rows of pomegranates for one network, to cover the two bowls of the chapiters that were upon the pillars; 43 And the ten bases, and ten lavers on the bases; 44 And one sea, and twelve oxen under the sea; 265 The dedication of the temple. I, KINGS, VIII. (8) Solomon's prayer. 45 And the pots, and the shovels, and the basons: and all these vessels, which Hiram made to king Solomon for the house of the Lord, were of bright brass. 46 In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarthan. 47 And Solomon left all the vessels unweighed, because they were exceeding many: neither was the weight of the brass found out. 48 And Solomon made all the vessels that per- tained unto the house of the Lord: the altar of gold, and the table of gold, whereupon the shew- bread was, 49 And the candlesticks of pure gold, five on the right side, and five on the left, before the ora- cle, with the flowers, and the lamps, and the tongs of gold, 50 And the bowls, and the snuffers, and the basons, and the spoons, and;the censers of pure gold; and the hinges of gold, both for the doors of the inner house, the most holy place, and for the doors of the house, to wit, of the temple. 51 So was ended all the work that king Solo- mon made for the house of the Lord. And Solo- mon brought in the things which David his father had dedicated; even the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, did he put among the treasures of the house of the Lord. CHAPTER Vni. (8) 1 The feast of the dedication of the temple. 12, 54 Sol- omon's blessing. 22 Solomon's prayer. 62 His sacri- fice of peace offerings. THEN Solomon assembled the elders of Israel, and all the heads of the tribes, the chief of the fathers of the children of Israel, unto king Solomon in Jerusalem, that they might bring up the ark of the covenant of the Lord out of the city of David, which is Zion. 2 And all the men of. Israel assembled them- selves unto king Soloyion at the feast in the month Ethanim, whicb is the seventh month. 3 And all the elders of Israel came, and the priests took up the ark. 4 And they brought up the ark of the Lord, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and all the holy vessels that were in the tabernacle, even those did the priests and the Levites bring up. 5 And king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel, that were assembled unto him, were with him before the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen, that could not be told nor numbered for multitude. 6 And the priests brought in the ark of the covenant of the Lord unto his place, into the ora- cle of the house, to the most holy place, even un- der the wings of the cherubims. 7 For the cherubims spread forth their two wings over the place of the ark, and the che- rubims covered the ark and the staves thereof above. 8 And they drew out the staves, that the ends of the staves were seen out in the holy place be- fore the oracle, and they were not seen without: and there they are unto this day. 9 There was nothing in the ark save the two tables of stone, which Moses put there at Horeb, when the Lord made a covenant with the children of Israel, when they came out of the land of Egypt. 10 And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place, that the cloud filled the house of the Lord, 11 So that the priests could not stand to min- ister because of the cloud: for the glory of the Lord had filled the house of the Lord. 12 Then spake Solomon, The Lord said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. 13 I have surely built thee an house to dwell in, a settled place for thee to abide in for ever. 14 And the king turned his face about, and blessed all the congregation of Israel: (and all the congregation of Israel stood ;) 15 And he said, Blessed be the Lord God of Is- rael, which spake with his mouth unto David my father, and hath with his hand fulfilled it, saying, 16 Since the day that I brought forth my peo- ple Israel out of Egypt, I chose no city out of all the tribes of Israel to build an house, that my name might be therein; but I chose David to be over my people Israel. 17 And it was in the heart of David my father to build an house for the name of the Lord God of Israel. 18 And the Lord said unto David my father, Whereas it was in thine heart to build an house unto my name, thou didst well that it was in thine heart. 19 Nevertheless thou shalt not build the house; but thy son that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house unto my name. 20 And the Lord hath performed his word that ' he spake, and I am' risen up in the room of David my father, and sit on the throne of Israel, as the Lord promised, and have built an house for the name of the Lord God of Israel. 21 And I have set there a place for the ark, wherein is the covenant of the Lord, which he made with our fathers, when he brought them out of the land of Egypt 22 And Solomon stood before the altar of the Lord in the presence of all the congregation of Is- rael, and spread forth his hands toward heaven: 23 And he said, Lord God of Israel, there is no God like thee, in heaven above, or on earth be- neath, who keepest covenant and mercy with thy servants that walk before thee, with all their heart: 24 Who hast kept with thy servant David my father that thou promisedst him: thou spakest also with thy mouth, and hast fulfilled it with thine hand, as it is this day. 25 Therefore now, Lord God of Israel, keep with thy servant David my father that thou promisedst him, saying, There shall not fail thee a man in my sight to sit on the throne of Israel ; so that thy 266 Solomon's prayer at the I. 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(8) dedication of the temple. children take heed., to their way, that they walk before me as thou hast walked before me. 26 And now, O God of Israel, let thy word, I pray thee, be verified, which thou spakest unto thy servant David my father. 27 But will God indeed dwell on the earth? be- hold, the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain thee; how much less this house that I have builded? 28 Yet have thou respect unto the prayer of thy servant, and to his supplication, O Lord my God, to hearken unto the cry and to the prayer, which thy servant prayeth before thee to day: 29 That thine eyes may be open toward this house night and day, even toward the place of which thou hast said, My name shall be there: that thou mayest hearken unto the prayer which thy servant shall make toward this place. 30 And hearken thou to the supplication of thy servant, and of thy people Israel, when they shall pray toward this place: and hear thou in heaven thy dwelling place: and when thou hearest, for- give. 31 If any man trespass against his neighbour, and an oath be laid upon him to cause him to swear, and the oath come before thine altar in this house: 32 Then hear thou in heaven, and do, and judge thy servants, condemning the wicked, to bring his way upon his head; and justifying the righteous, to give him according to his righteous- ness. 33 When thy people Israel be smitten down be- fore the enemy, because they have sinned against thee, and shall turn again to thee, and confess thy name, and pray, and make supplication unto thee in this house: 34 Then hear thou in heaven, and forgive the sin of thy people Israel, and bring them again unto the land which thou gavest unto their fathers. 35 When heaven is shut up, and there is no rain, because they have sinned against thee; if they pray toward this place, and confess thy name, and turn from their sin, when thou afflict- est them: 36 Then hear thou in heaven, and forgive the sin of thy servants, and of thy people Israel, that thou teach them the good way wherein they should walk, and give rain upon thy land, which thou hast given to thy people for an inheritance. 37 If there be in the land famine, if there be pestilence, blasting, mildew, locust, or if there be caterpiller; if their enemy besiege them in the land of their cities; whatsoever plague, whatso- ever sickness there be; 38 What prayer and supplication soever be made by any man, or by all thy people Israel, which shall know every man the plague of his own heart, and spread forth his hands toward this house: 39 Then hear thou in heaven thy dwelling place, and forgive, and do, and give to every man according to his ways, whose heart thou knowest; (for thou, even thou only, knowest the hearts of all the children of men;) 40 That they may fear thee all the days that they live in the land which thou gavest unto our fathers. 41 Moreover concerning a stranger, that is not of thy people Israel, but cometh out of a far country for thy name's sake; 42 (For they shall hear of thy great name, and of thy strong hand, and of thy stretched out arm :) when he shall come and pray toward this house; 43 Hear thou in heaven thy dwelling place, and do according to all that the stranger calleth to thee for: that all people of the earth may know thy name, to fear thee, as do thy people Israel; and that they may know that this house, which I have builded, is called by thy name. 44 If thy people go out to battle against their enemy, whithersoever thou shalt send them, and shall pray unto the Lord toward the city which thou hast chosen, and toward the house that I have built for thy name: 45 Then hear thou in heaven their prayer and their supplication, and maintain their cause. 46 If they sin against thee, (for there is no man that sinneth not,) and thou be angry with them, and deliver them to the enemy, so that they carry them away captives unto the land of the enemy, far or near; 47 Yet if they shall bethink themselves in the land whither they were carried captives, and re- pent, and make supplication unto thee in the land of them that carried them captives, saying, We have sinned, and have done perversely, we have committed wickedness; 48 And so return unto thee with all their heart, and with all their soul, in the land of their ene- mies, which led them away captive, and pray unto thee toward their land, which thou gavest unto their fathers, the city which thou hast chosen, and the house which I have built for thy name : 49 Then hear thou their prayer and their sup- plication in heaven thy dwelling place, and main- tain their cause, 50 And forgive thy people that have sinned against thee, and all their transgressions wherein they have transgressed against thee, and give them compassion before them who carried them captive, that they may have compassion on them: 51 For they be thy people, and thine inherit- ance, which thou broup>htest forth out of Egypt, from the midst of the furnace of iron. 52 That thine eyes may be open unto the sup- plication of thy servant, and unto the supplica- tion of thy people Israel, to hearken unto them in all that they call for unto thee. 53 For thou didst separate them from among all the people of the earth, to be thine inheritance, as thou spakest bv the hand of Moses thy servant, when thou broughtest our fathers Out of Egypt, O Lord God. 54 And it was so, that when Solomon had made an end of praying all this prayer and supplication unto the Lord, he arose from before the altar of 267 7/ God's covenant I. 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( 9 ) with Solomon. the Lord, from kneeling on his knees with his hands spread np to heaven. 55 And he stood, and blessed all the congrega- tion of Israel with a loud voice, saying, 56 Blessed be the Lord, that hath given rest unto his people Israel, according to all that he promised: there hath not failed one word of all his good promise, which he promised by the hand of Moses his servant 57 The Lord our God be with us, as he was with our fathers: let him not leave us, nor for- sake us : 58 That he may incline our hearts unto him, to walk in all his ways, and to keep his command- ments, and his statutes, and his judgments, which he commanded our fathers. 59 And let these my words, wherewith I have made supplication before the Lord, be nigh unto the Lord our God day and night, that he main- tain the cause of his servant, and the cause of his people Israel at all times, as the matter shall re- quire: 60 That all the people of the earth may know that the Lord is God, and that there is none else. 61 Let your heart therefore be perfect with the Lord our God, to walk in his statutes, and to keep his commandments, as at this day. 62 And the king, and all Israel with him, of- fered sacrifice before the Lord. 63 And Solomon offered a sacrifice of peace of- ferings, which he offered unto the Lord, two and twenty thousand oxen, and an hundred and twenty thousand sheep. So the king and all the children of Israel dedicated the house of the Lord. 64 The same day did the king hallow the mid- dle of the court that was before the house of the Lord: fop there he offered burnt offerings, and meat offerings, and the fat of the peace offerings: because the brasen altar that was before the Lord was too little to receive the burnt offerings, and meat offerings, and the fat of the peace offerings. 65 And at that time Solomon held a feast, and all Israel with him, a great congregation, from the entering in of Hamath unto the river of Egypt, before the Lord our God, seven days and seven days, even fourteen days. 66 On the eighth day he sent the people away: and they blessed the king, and went unto their tents joyful and glad of heart for all the goodness that the Lord had done for David his servant, and for Israel his people. CHAPTER IX (9) 1 God's covenant In a vision with Solomon. 10 The mutual presents of Solomon and Hiram. 15 In Solo- mon's works the Gentiles were his bondmen, the Israel- ites honourable servants. 24 Pharaoh's daughter re- moveth to her house. 25 Solomon's yearly solemn sacrifices. 26 His navy fetcheth gold from Ophir. AND it came to pass, when Solomon had fin- ished the building of the house of the Lord, and the king's house, and all Solomon's desire which he was pleased to do, 2 That the Lord appeared to Solomon the sec- ond time, as he had appeared unto him at Gibeon. 3 And the Lord said unto him, I have heard thy prayer and thy supplication, that thou hast made before me : I have hallowed this house, which thou hast built, to put my name there for ever; and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there per- petually. 4 And if thou wilt walk before me, as David thy father walked, in integrity of heart, and in up- rightness, to do according to all that I have com- manded thee, and wilt keep my statutes and my judgments: 5 Then I will establish the throne of thy king- dom upon Israel for ever, as I promised to David thy father, saying, There shall not fail thee a man upon the throne of Israel. 6 But if ye shall at all turn from following me, ye or your children, and will not keep my com- mandments and my statutes which I have set be- fore you, but go and serve other gods, and worship them: 7 Then will I cut off Israel out of the land which I have given them ; and this house, which I have hallowed for my name, will I cast out of my sight; and Israel shall be a proverb and a byword among all people: 8 And at this house, which is high, every one that passeth by it shall be astonished, and shall hiss ; and they shall say, Why hath the Lord done thus unto this land, and to this house? 9 And they shall answer, Because they forsook the Lord their God, who brought forth t&eir fathers out of the land of Egypt, and have taken hold upon other gods, and have worshipped them, and served them: therefore hath the Lord brought upon them all this evil. 10 And it came to pass at the end of twenty years, when Solomon had built the two houses, the house of the Lord, and the king's house, 11 (Now Hiram the king of Tyre had furnished Solomon with cedar trees and fir trees, and with gold, according to all his desire,) that then king Solomon gave Hiram twenty cities in the land of Galilee. 12 And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not. 13 And he said, What cities are these which thou hast given me, my brother? And he called them the land of Cabul unto this day. 14 And Hiram sent to the king sixscore tal- ents of gold. 15 And this is the reason of the levy which king Solomon raised ; for to build the house of the Lord, and his own house, and Millo, and the wall of Jerusalem, and Hazor, and Megiddo, and Gezer. 16 For Pharaoh king of Egypt had gone up, and taken Gezer, and burnt it with fire, and slain the Canaanites that dwelt in the city, and given it for a present unto his daughter, Solomon's wife. 17 And Solomon built Gezer, and Beth-horon the nether, 18 And Baalath, and Tadmor in the wilderness, in the land, 19 And all the cities of store that Solomon had, 268 Queen of Sheba I, KINGS, X. (10) admireth Solomon's wisdom. and cities for his chariots, and cities for his horse- men, and that which Solomon desired to build in Jerusalem, and in Lebanon, and in all the land of his dominion. 20 And all the people that were left of the Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebu- sites, which were not of the children of Israel, 21 Their children that were left after them in the land, whom the children of Israel also were not able utterly to destroy, upon those did Solo- mon levy a tribute of bondservice unto this day. 22 But of the children of Israel did Solomon make no bondmen : but they were men of war, and his servants, and his princes, and his captains, and rulers of his chariots, and his horsemen. 23 These were the chief of the officers that were over Solomon's work, five hundred and fifty, which bare rule over the people that wrought in the work. 24 But Pharoah's daughter came up out of the city of David unto her house which Solomon had built for her: then did he build Millo. 25 And three times in a year did Solomon of- fer burnt offerings and peace offerings upon the altar which he built unto the Lord, and he burnt incense upon the altar that was before the Lord. So he finished the house. 26 And king Solomon made a navy of ships in Ezion-geber, which is beside Eloth, on the shore of the Bed sea, in the land of Edom. 27 And Hiram sent in the navy his servants, shipmen that had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon. 28 And they came to Ophir, and fetched from thence gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to king Solomon. CHAPTEE X. (10) 1 The queen of Sheba admireth the wisdom of Solomon. 14 Solomon's gold. 16 His targets. 18 The throne of ivory. 21 His vessels. 24 His presents. 2G His chariots and horse. 2S His tribute. AND when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the Lord, she came to prove him with hard questions. 2 And she came to Jerusalem with a very great train, with camels that bare spices, and very much gold, and precious stones: and. when she was come to Solomon, she communed with him of all that was in her heart. 3 And Solomon told her all her questions: there was not any thing hid from the king, which he told her not. 4 And when the queen of Sheba had seen all Solomon's wisdom, and the house that he had built, 5 And the meat of his table, and the sitting of his servants, and the attendance of his ministers, and their apparel, and his cupbearers, and his as- cent by which he went up unto the house of the Lord ; there was noi more spirit in her. 6 And she said to the king, It was a true report that I heard in mine own land of thy acts and of thy wisdom. 7 Howbeit I believed not the words, until I came, and mine eyes had seen it: and, behold, the half was not told me: thy wisdom and prosperity exceedeth the fame which I heard. 8 Happy are thy men, happy are these thy ser- vants, which stand continually before thee, and that hear thy wisdom. 9 Blessed be the Lord thy God, which delighted in thee, to set thee on the throne of Israel: be- cause the Lord loved Israel for ever, therefore made he thee king, to do judgment and justice. 10 And she gave the king an hundred and twenty talents of gold, and of spices very great store, and precious stones: there came no more such abundance of spices as these which the queen of Sheba gave to king Solomon. 11 And the navy also of Hiram, that brought gold from Ophir, brought in from Ophir great plenty of almug trees, and precious stones. 12 And the king made of the almug trees pil- lars for the house of the Lord, and for the king's house, harps also and psalteries for singers: there came no such almug trees, nor were seen unto this day. 13 And king Solomon gave unto the queen of Sheba all her desire, whatsoever she asked, beside that which Solomon gave her of his royal bounty. So she turned and went to her own country, she and her servants. 14 Now the weight of gold that came to Solo- mon in one year was six hundred threescore and six talents of gold, 15 Beside that he had of the merchantmen, and of the traffick of the spice merchants, and of all the kings of Arabia, and of the governors of the country. 16 And king Solomon made two hundred tar- gets of beaten gold: six hundred shekels of gold went to one target. 17 And he made three hundred shields of beat- en gold; three pound of gold went to one shield: and the king put them in the house of the forest of Lebanon. 18 Moreover the king made a great throne of ivory, and overlaid it with the best gold. 19 The throne had six steps, and the top of the throne was round behind: and there were stays on either side on the place of the seat, and two lions stood beside the stays. 20 And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps : there was not the like made in any kingdom. 21 And all king Solomon's drinking vessels were of gold, and all the vessels of the house of the forest of Lebanon were of pure gold; none were of silver: it was nothing accounted of in the days of Solomon. 22 For the king had at sea a navy of Tharshish with the navy of Hiram: once in three years came the navy of Tharshish, bringing gold, and silver, ivory, and apes, and peacocks. 23 So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth for riches and for wisdom. 24 And all the earth sought to Solomon, to hear his wisdom, which God had put in his heart. 269 473 Solomon's wives I. KINGS, XI. (11) draw him to idolatry. 25 And they brought every man his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and gar- ments, and armour, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. 26 And Solomon gathered together chariots and horsemen: and he had a thousand and four hundred chariots, and twelve thousand horsemen, whom he bestowed in the cities for chariots, and with the king at Jerusalem. 27 And the king made silver to be in Jerusalem as stones, and cedars made he to be as the syco- more trees that are in the vale, for abundance. 28 And Solomon had horses brought out of Egypt, and linen yarn: the king's merchants re- ceived the linen yarn at a price. 29 And a chariot came up and went out of Egypt for six hundred shekels of silver, and an horse for an hundred and fifty: and so for all the kings of the Hittites, and for the kings of Syria, did they bring them out by their means. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 Solomon's wives and concubines. 4 In his old age they draw him to idolatry. 9 God threateneth him. 14 Solomon's adversaries were Hadad, who was en- tertained in Egypt, 23 Rezon, who reigned in Damas- cus, 26 and Jeroboam, to whom Ahijah prophesied. 41 Solomon's acts, reign, and death: Rehoboam suc- ceedeth him BUT king Solomon loved many strange wom- en, together with the daughter of Pharaoh, women of the Moabites, Ammonites, Edomites, Zidonians, and Hittites; 2 Of the nations concerning which the Lord said unto the children of Israel, Ye shall not go in to them, neither shall they come in unto you : for surely they will turn away your heart after their gods : Solomon clave unto these in love. 3 And he had seven hundred wives, princesses, and three hundred concubines: and his wives turned away his heart. 4 For it came to pass, when Solomon was old, that his wives turned away his heart after other gods: and his heart was not perfect with the Lord his God, as was the heart of David his father. 5 For Solomon went after Ashtoreth the god- dess of the Zidonians, and after Mil com the abomi- nation of the Ammonites. 6 And Solomon did evil in the sight of the Lord, and went not fully after the Lord, as did David his father. 7 Then did Solomon build an high place for Chemosh, the abomination of Moab, in the hill that is before Jerusalem, and for Molech, the abomination of the children of Ammon. 8 And likewise did he for all his strange wives, which burnt incense and sacrificed unto their gods. 9 And the Lord was angry with Solomon, be- cause his heart was turned from the Lord God of Israel, which had appeared unto him twice, 10 And had commanded him concerning this thing, that he should not go after other gods: but he kept not that which the Lord commanded. 11 Wherefore the Lord said unto Solomon, For- asmuch as this is done of thee, and thou hast not kept my covenant and my statutes, which I have commanded thee, I will surely rend the kingdom from thee, and will give it to thy servant. 12 Notwithstanding in thy days I will not do it for David thy father's sake: but I will rend it out of the hand of thy son. 13 Howbeit I will not rend away all the king- dom; but will give one tribe to thy son for David my servant's sake, and for Jerusalem's sake which 1 have chosen. 14 And the Lord stirred up an adversary unto Solomon, Hadad the Edomite: he was of the king's seed in Edom. 15 For it came to pass, when David was in Edom, and Joab the captain of the host was gone up to bury the slain, after he had smitten every male in Edom; 16 (For six months did Joab remain there with all Israel, until he had cut off every male in Edom :) 17 That Hadad fled, he and certain Edomites of his father's servants with him, to go into Egypt; Hadad being yet a little child. 18 And they arose out of Midian, and came to Paran: and they took men with them out of Paran, and they came to Egypt, unto Pharaoh king of Egypt; which gave him an house, and ap- pointed him victuals, and gave him land. 19 And Hadad found great favour in the sight of Pharaoh, so that he gave him to wife the sister of his own wife, the sister of Tahpenes the queen. 20 And the sister of Tahpenes bare him Genu- bath his son, whom Tahpenes weaned in Pha- raoh's house: and Genubath was in Pharaoh's household among the sons of Pharaoh. 21 And when Hadad heard in Egypt that David slept with his fathers, and that Joab the captain of the host was dead, Hadad said to Pha- raoh, Let me depart, that I may go to mine own country. 22 Then Pharaoh said unto him, But what hast thou lacked with me, that, behold, thou seekest to go to thine own country? And he answered, Nothing : howbeit let me go in any wise. 23 And God stirred him up another adversary, Rezon the son of Eliadah, which fled from his lord Hadadezer king of Zobah: 24 And he gathered men unto him, and be- came captain over a band, when David slew them of Zobah : and they went to Damascus, and dwelt therein, and reigned in Damascus. 25 And he was an adversary to Israel all the days of Solomon, beside the mischief that Hadad did: and he abhorred Israel, and reigned over Syria. 26 And Jeroboam the son of Nebat, an Ephra- thite of Zereda, Solomon's servant, whose mother's name was Zeruah, a widow woman, even he lifted up his hand against the king. 27 And this was the cause that he lifted up his hand against the king: Solomon built Millo, and repaired the breaches of the city of David Ms father. 270 STABLES OF SOLOMON. (I. Kings 10,28). "And Solomon had horses brought out of Egypt." In the above picture we have the vaults which are found under the temple area, the floor of which is a little over thirty-eight feet under the ground. They are entirely built of marble and are capable of ac- commodating 2,000 horses. It is thought that they were used in the time of the crusaders as stables. Here the Jews sought refuge during the struggle against the Romans. Solomon's intercourse with Egypt brought horses into use in Israel. He was the first to ride in a chariot through the streets of Jerusalem. These are facts corresponding with the Bible account of Solomon and his wealth. \1 y Solomon's death. I. KINGS, XII. (12) Ten tribes revolt from Mehoboam. 28 And the man Jeroboam was a mighty man of valour: and Solomon seeing the young man that he was industrious, he made him ruler over all the charge of the house of Joseph. 29 And it came to pass at that time when Jero- boam went out of Jerusalem, that the prophet Ahijah the Shilonite found him in the way; and he had clad himself with a new garment; and they two were alone in the field : 30 And Ahijah caught the new garment that was on him, and rent it in twelve pieces: 31 And he said to Jeroboam, Take thee ten pieces : for thus saith the Lord, the God of Israel, Behold, I will rend the kingdom out of the hand of Solomon, and will give ten tribes to thee: 32 (But he shall have one tribe for my servant David's sake, and for Jerusalem's sake, the city which I have chosen out of all the tribes of Is- rael :) 33 Because that they have forsaken me, and have worshipped Ashtoreth the goddess of the Zidonians, Chemosh the god of the Moabites, and Milcom the god of the children of Ammon, and have not walked in my ways, to do that which is right in mine eyes, and to keep my statutes and my judgments, as did David his father. 34 Howbeit I will not take the whole kingdom out of his hand: but I will make him prince all the days of his life for David my servant's sake, whom I chose, because he kept my commandments and my statutes: 35 But I will take the kingdom out of his son's hand, and will give it unto thee, even ten tribes. 36 And unto his son will I give one tribe, that David my servant may have a light alway before me in Jerusalem, the city which I have chosen ine to put my name there. 37 And I will take thee, and thou shalt reign according to all that thy soul desireth, and shalt be king over Israel. 33 And it shall be, if thou wilt hearken unto all that I command thee, and wilt walk in mj ways, and do that is right in my sight, to keep mj statutes and my commandments, as David my ser- vant did; that I will be with thee, and build thee a sure house, as I built for David, and will give Israel unto thee. 39 And I will for this afflict the seed of David, but not for ever. 40 Solomon sought therefore to kill Jeroboam. And Jeroboam arose, and fled into Egypt, unto Shishak king of Egypt, and was in Egypt until the death of Solomon. 41 And the rest of the acts of Solomon, ana all that he did, and his wisdom, are they not written in the book of the acts of Solomon? 42 And the time that Solomon reigned in Jeru- salem over all Israel was forty years. 43 And Solomon slept with his fathers, and was buried in the city of David his father: and Rehoboam his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 The Israelites, assembled at Shecliem to crown Reho- boam, by Jeroboam make a suit of relaxation unto him. 6 Rehoboam, refusing the old men's counsel, by the advice of young men, answereth them roughly. 16 Ten tribes revolting, kill Adoram, and make Re- hoboam to flee. 21 Rehoboam, raising an army, is forbidden by Shemaiah. 25 Jeroboam strengthened himself by cities, 2G and by the idolatry of the two calves. IsD Rehoboam went to Shechem: for all Is- rael were come to Shechem to make him A king. 2 And it came to pass, when Jeroboam the son of Nebat, who was yet in Egypt, heard of it, (for he was fled from the presence of king Solomon, and Jeroboam dwelt in Egypt;) 3 That they sent and called him. And Jero- boam and all the congregation of Israel came, and spake unto Rehoboam, saying, 4 Thy father made our yoke grievous: now therefore make thou the grievous service of thy father, and his heavy yoke which he put upon us, lighter, and we will serve thee. 5 And he said unto them, Depart yet for three days, then come again to me. And the people departed. 6 And king Rehoboam consulted with the old men, that stood before Solomon his father while he yet lived, and said, How do ye advise that I may answer this people? 7 And they spake unto him, saying, If thou wilt be a servant unto this people this day, and wilt serve them, and answer them, and speak good words to them, then they will be thy servants for ever. 8 But he forsook the counsel of the old men, which they had given him, and consulted with the young men that were grown up with him, and which stood before him : 9 And he said unto them, What counsel give ye that we may answer this people, who have spoken to me, saying, Make the yoke which thy father did put upon us lighter? 10 And the young men that were grown up with him spake unto him, saying, Thus shalt thou speak unto this people that spake unto thee, say- ing, Thy father made our yoke heavy, but make thou it lighter unto us; thus shalt thou say unto them, My little finger shall be thicker than my father's loins. 11 And now whereas my father did lade you with a heavy yoke, I will add to your yoke: my father hath chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with scorpions. 12 So Jeroboam and all the people came to Re- hoboam the third day, as the king had appointed, saying, Come to me again the third day. 13 And the king answered the people roughly, and forsook the old men's counsel that they gave him; 14 And spake to them after the counsel of the young men, saying, My father made your yoke heavy, and I will add to your yoke : my father also 271 Jeroboam is made king. I. KINGS, XIII. (13) Jeroboam's hand withereth. chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with scorpions. 15 Wherefore the king hearkened not unto the people; for the cause was from the Lord, that he might perform his saying, which the Lord spake by Ahijah the Shilonite unto Jeroboam the son of Nebat. 16 So when all Israel saw that the king heark- ened not unto them, the people answered the king, saying, What portion have we in David? neither have we inheritance in the son of Jesse: to your tents, O Israel : now see to thine own house, David. So Israel departed unto* their tents. 17 But as for the children of Israel which dwelt in the cities of Judah, Eehoboam reigned over them. 18 Then king Rehoboam sent Adoram, who was over the tribute; and all Israel stoned him with stones, that he died. Therefore king Rehoboam made speed to get him up to his chariot, to flee to Jerusalem. 19 So Israel rebelled against the house of David unto this day. 20 And it came to pass, when all Israel heard that Jeroboam was come again, that they sent and called him unto the congregation, and made him king over all Israel : there was none that fol- lowed the house of David, but the tribe of Judah only. 21 And when Rehoboam was come to Jeru- salem, he assembled all the house of Judah, with the tribe of Benjamin, an hundred and fourscore thousand chosen men, which were warriors, to fight against the house of Israel, to bring the kingdom again to Rehoboam the son of Solomon. 22 But the word of God came unto Shemaiah the man of God, saying, 23 Speak unto Rehoboam, the son of Solomon, king of Judah, and unto all the house of Judah and Benjamin, and to the remnant of the people, saying, 24 Thus saith the Lord, Ye shall not go up, nor fight against your brethren the children of Israel : return eA r ery man to his house; for this thing is from me. They hearkened therefore to the word of the Lord, and returned to depart, according to the word of the Lord. 25 Then Jeroboam built Shechem in mount Ephraim, and dwelt therein; and went out from thence, and built Penuel. 26 And Jeroboam said in his heart, Now shall the kingdom return to the house of David , 27 If this people go up to do sacrifice in the house of the Lord at Jerusalem, then shall the heart of this people turn again unto their lord, even unto Rehoboam king of Judah, and they shall kill me, and go again to Rehoboam king of Judah. 28 Whereupon the king took counsel, and made two calves of gold, and said unto them, It is too much for you to go up to Jerusalem: behold thy gods O Israel, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt 29 And he set the one in Beth-el, and the other put he in Dan. 30 And this thing became a sin: for the peo- ple went to worship before the one, even unto Dan. 31 And he made an house of high places, and made priests of the lowest of the people, which were not of the sons of Levi. 32 And Jeroboam ordained a feast in the eighth month, on the fifteenth day of the month, like unto the feast that is in Judah, and he of- fered upon the altar. So did he in Be,th-el, sacri- ficing unto the calves that he had made: and he placed in Beth-el the priests of the high places which he had : :ade. 33 So he offered upon the altar which he had made in Beth-el the fifteenth day of the eighth month, even in the month which he had devised of his own heart; and ordained a feast unto the children of Israel : and he offered upon the altar, and burnt incense. CHAPTER XIH. (13) 1 Jeroboam's band, tbat offered violence to bim that prophesied against his altar at Beth-el, withereth, 6 and at the prayer of the prophet is restored. 7 The prophet, refusing the king's entertainment, departeth from, Beth-el. 11 An old prophet, seducing him bringeth him back. 20 He is reproved by God, slain by a lion, 2G buried by the old prophet, 31 who connrnieth his prophecy. 33 Jeroboam's obstinacy. AND, behold, there came a man of God out of Judah by the word of the Lord unto Beth-el : and Jeroboam stood by the altar to burn incense. 2 And he cried against the altar in the word of the Lord, and said, O altar, altar, thus saith the Lord; Behold, a child shall be born unto the house of David, Josiah by name ; and upon thee shall he offer the priests of the high places that burn in- cense upon thee, and men's bones shall be burnt upon thee. 3 And he gave a sign the same day, saying, This is the sign which the Lord hath spoken ; Be- hold, the altar shall be rent, and the ashes that are upon it shall be poured out. 4 And it came to pass, when, king Jeroboam heard the saying of the man of God, which had cried against the altar in Beth-el, that he put forth his hand from the altar, saying, Lay hold on him. And his hand, which he put forth against him, dried up, so that he could not pull it in again to him. 5 The altar also was rent, and the ashes poured out from the altar, according to the sign which the man of God had given by the word of the Lord. 6 And the king answered ind said unto the man of God, Intreat now the face of the Lord thy God, and pray for me, that my hand may be re- stored me again. And the man of God besought the Lord, and the king's hand was restored him again, and became as it was before. 7 And the king said unto the man of God, Come 272 4-7? The disobedient prophet. I. KINGS, XIV. (14) Jeroboam sendeth to Ahijah. home with, me, and refresh thyself, and I will give thee a reward. 8 And the man of God said unto the king, If thou wilt give me half thine house, I will not go in with thee, neither will I eat bread nor drink water in this place: 9 For so was it charged me by the word of the Lord, saying, Eat no bread, nor drink water, nor turn again by the same way that thou earnest. 10 So he went another way, and returned not by the way that he came to Beth-el. 11 Now there dwelt an old prophet in Beth-el ; and his sons came and told him all the works that the man of God had done that day in Beth-el : the words which he had spoken unto the king, them they told also to their father. 12 And their father said unto them, "What way went he? For his sons had seen what way the man of God went, which came from Judah. 13 And he said unto his sons, Saddle me the ass. So they saddled him the ass: and he rode thereon, 14 And went after the man of God, and found him sitting under an oak: and he said unto him, Art thou the man of God that earnest from Ju- dah? And he said, I am. 15 Then he said unto him, Come home with me, and eat bread. 16 And he said, I may not return with thee, nor go in with thee: neither will I eat bread nor drink water with thee in this place: 17 For it was said to me by the word of the Lord, Thou shalt eat no bread nor drink water there, nor turn again to go by the way that thou earnest. 18 He said unto him, I am a prophet also as thou art ; and an angel spake unto me by the word of the Lord, saying, Bring him back with thee into thine house, that he may eat bread and drink water. But he lied unto him. 19 So he went back with him, and did eat bread in his house, and drank water. 20 And it came to pass, as they sat at the table, that the word of the Lord came unto the prophet that brought him back : 21 And he cried unto the man of God that came from Judah, saying, Thus saith the Lord, Foras- much as thou hast disobeyed the mouth of the Lord, and hast not kept the commandment which the Lord thy God commanded thee. 22 But earnest back, and hast eaten bread and drunk water in the place, of the which the Lord did say to thee, Eat no bread, and drink no water; thy carcase shall not come unto the sepulchre of thy fathers. 23 And it came to pass, after he had eaten bread, and after he had drunk, that he saddled for him the ass, to wit, for the prophet whom he had brought back. 24 And when he was gone, a lion met him by the way, and slew him : and his carcase was cast in the way, and the ass stood by it, the lion also stood by the carcase. 25 And, behold, men passed by, and saw. the carcase cast in the way, and the lion standing by the carcase: and they came and told it in the city where the old prophet dwelt. 26 And when the prophet that brought him back from the way heard thereof, he said, It is the man of God, who was disobedient unto the word of the Lord: therefore the Lord hath delivered him, unto the lion, which hath torn him, and slain him, according to the word of the Lord, which he spake unto him. 27 And he spake to his sons, saying, Saddle me the ass. And they saddled him. 28 And he went and found his carcase cast in the way, and the ass and the lion standing by the carcase: the lion had not eaten the carcase, nor torn the ass. 29 And the prophet took up the carcase of the man of God, and laid it upon the ass, and brought, it back : and. the old prophet came to the city, to mourn and to bury him. 30 And he laid his carcase in his own grave; and they mourned over him, saying, Alas, my brother! 31 And it came to pass, after he had buried him, that he spake to his sons, saying, When I am dead, then bury me in the sepulchre wherein the man of God is buried ; lay my bones beside his bones: 32 For the saying which he cried by the word of the Lord against the altar in Beth-el, and against all the houses of the high places which are in the cities of Samaria, shall surely come to pass. 33 After this thing Jeroboam returned not from his evil way, but made again of the lowest of the people priests of the high places: whoso- ever would, he consecrated him, and he became one of the priests of the high places. 34 And this thing became sin unto the house of Jeroboam, even to cut it off, and to destroy it from off the face of the earth. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 Abijah being sick, Jeroboam sendeth his wife dis- guised with presents to the prophet Ahijah at Shiloh. 5 Ahijah, forewarned by God, denounceth God's judg- ment. 17 Abijah dieth, and is buried. 30 Kadab suc- ceedeth Jeroboam. 21 Rehoboam's wicked reign. 25 Shishak spoileth Jerusalem. 29 Abijam succeedeth Rehoboam. AT that time Abijah the son of Jeroboam fell sick. 2 And Jeroboam said to his wife, Arise, I pray thee, and disguise thyself, that thou be not known to be the wife of Jeroboam; and get thee to Shi- loh: behold, there is Ahijah the prophet which told me that I should be king over this people. 3 And take with thee ten loaves, and cracknels, and a cruse of honey, and go to him : he shall tell thee what shall become of the child. 4 And Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. But Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set by reason of his age. 5 And the Lord said unto Ahijah, BexiOid, the 273 Jeroboam's death. I. KINGS, XV. (15) Abijam's wicked reign. wife of Jeroboam cometh to ask a thing of thee for her sou; for he is sick: thus and thus shalt thou say unto her: for it shall be, when she corn- eth in, that she shall feign herself to be another woman. And it was so, when Ahijah heard the sound of her feet, as she came in at the door, that he said, Come in, thou wife of Jeroboam ; why ieign- est thou thyself to be another? for I am sent to thee with heavy tidings. 7 Go, tell Jereboam, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Forasmuch as I exalted thee from among the people, and made thee prince over my people Israel, 8 And rent the kingdom away from the house of David, and gave it thee : and yet thou hast not been as my servant David, who kept my command- ments, and who followed me with all his heart, to do that only which was right in mine eyes; 9 But hast done evil above all that were before thee: for thou hast gone and made thee other gods, and molten images, to provoke me to anger, and hast cast me behind thy back: 10 Therefore, behold, I will bring evil upon the house of Jeroboam, and will cut off from Jero- boam him that pisseth against the wall, and him that is shut up and left in Israel, and will take away the remnant of the house of Jeroboam, as a man taketh away dung, till it be all gone. 11 Him that dieth of Jeroboam in the city shall the dogs eat ; and him that dieth in the field shall the fowls of the air eat: for the Lord hath spoken it. 12 Arise thou therefore, get thee to thine own house: and when thy feet enter into the city, the child shall die. 13 And all Israel shall mourn for him, and bury him: for he only of Jeroboam shall come to the grave, because in him there is found some good thing toward the Lord God of Israel in the house of Jeroboam. 14 Moreover the Lord shall raise him up a king over Israel, who shall cut off the house of Jero- boam that day: but what? even now. 15 For the Lord shall smite Israel, as a reed is shaken in the water, and he shall root up Israel out of this good land, which he gave to their fathers and shall scatter them beyond the river, because they have made their groves, provoking the Lord to anger. 16 And he shall give Israel up because of the sins of Jeroboam, who did sin, and who made Is- rael to sin. 17 And Jeroboam's wife arose, and departed, and came to Tirzah: and when she came to the threshold of the door, the child died; 18 And they buried him; and all Israel mourned for him, according to the word of the Lord, which he spake by the hand of his servant Ahijah the prophet. 19 And the rest of the acts of Jeroboam, how he warred, and how he reigned, behold, they are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel. 20 And the days which Jeroboam reigned were two and twenty years: and he slept with his fathers, and Nadab his son reigned in his stead. 21 And Kehoboam the son of Solomon reigned in Judah. Rehoboam was forty and one years old when he began to reign, and he reigned seven- teen years in Jerusalem, the city which the Lord did choose out of all the tribes of Israel, to put his name there. And his mother's name was Naamah an Ammonitess. 22 And Judah did evil in the sight of the Lord, and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins which they had committed, above all that their fathers had done. 23 For they also built them high places, and images, and groves, on every high hill, and under every green tree. 24 And there were also sodomites in the land : and they did according to all the abominations of the nations which the Lord cast out before the children of Israel. 25 And it came to pass in the fifth year of king Rehoboam, that Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem: 26 And he took away the treasures of the house of the Lord, and the treasures of the king's house; he even took away all: and he took away all the shields of gold which Solomon had made. 27 And king Rehoboam made in their stead brasen shields, and committed them unto the hands of the chief of the guard, which kept the door of the king's house. 28 And it was so, when the king went into the house of the Lord, that the guard bare them, and brought them back into the guard chamber. 29 Now the rest of the acts of Rehoboam, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? 30 And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all their days. 31 And Rehoboam slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David. And his mother's name was Naamah an Am- monitess. And Abijam his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER XV. (15.) 1 Abijam's wicked reign. 7 Asa succeedeth him. 9 Asa's good reign. 16 The war between Baasha and him causeth him to make a league with Ben-hadad. 23 Jehoshaphat succeedeth Asa. 25 Nadab's wicked reign. 27 Baasha conspiring against him executetb Ahijah's prophecy. 31 Nadab's acts and death. 33 Baasha's wicked reign. "IVT O W in the eighteenth year of king Jeroboam -131 the son of Nebat reigned Abijam over Judah. 2 Three years reigned he in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Maachah, the daughter of Abishalom. 3 And he walked in all the sins of his father, which he had done before him : and his heart was 274 Asa's good reign. I. KINGS, XVI. (16) Jehoshaphat succeedelh Asa. not perfect with the Lord his God, as the heart of David his father. 4 Nevertheless for David's sake did the Lord his God give him a lamp in Jerusalem, to set up his son after him, and to establish Jerusalem: 5 Because David did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord, and turned not aside from any thing that he commanded him all the days ot his life, save only in the matter of Uriah the Hit- tite. 6 And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all the days of his life. r 7 Now the rest of the acts of Abijam, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Jndah? And there was war between Abijam and Jeroboam. 8 And Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David : and Asa his son reigned in his stead. 9 And in the twentieth year of Jeroboam king of Israel reigned Asa over Judah. 10 And forty and one years reigned he in Jeru- salem. And his mother's name was Maachah, the daughter of Abishalom. 11 And Asa did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord, as did David his father. 12 And he took away the sodomites out of the land, and removed all the idols that his fathers had made. 13 And also Maachah his mother, even her he removed from being queen, because she had made an idol in a grove; and Asa destroyed her idol, and burnt it by the brook Kidron. 14 But the high places were not removed: nevertheless Asa's heart was perfect with the Lord all his days. 15 And he brought in the things which his father had dedicated, and the things which him- self had dedicated, into the house of the Lord, sil- ver, and gold, and vessels. 16 And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days* 17 And Baasha king of Israel went up against Judah, and built Ramah, that he might not suffer any to go out or come in to Asa king of Judah. 18 Then Asa took all the silver and the gold that were left in the treasures of the house of the Lord, and the treasures of the king's house, and delivered them into the hand of his servants : and king Asa sent them to Ben-hadad, the son of Tabrimon, the son of Hezion, king of Syria, that dwelt at Damascus, saying, 19 There is a league between me and thee, and between my father and thy father : behold, I have sent unto thee a present of silver and gold; come and break thy league with Baasha king of Israel, that he may depart from me. 20 So Ben-hadad hearkened unto king Asa, and sent the captains of the hosts which he had against the cities of Israel, and smote Ijon, and Dan, and Abel-beth-maachah, and all Cinneroth, with all the land of Naphtali. 21 And it came to pass, when Baasha heard thereof, that he left off building of Ramah, and dwelt in Tirzah. 22 Then king Asa made a proclamation throughout all Judah; none was exempted: and they took away the stones of Ramah, and the tim- ber thereof, wherewith Baasha had builded; and king Asa built with them Geba of Benjamin, and Mizpah. 23 The rest or all the acts of Asa, and all his might, and all that he did, and the cities which he built, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? Nevertheless in the time of his old age he was diseased in his feet. 21 And Asa slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father: and Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead. 25 And Nadab the son of Jeroboam began to reign over Israel in the second year of Asa king of Judah, and reigned over Israel two years. 26 And he did evil in the sight of the Lord, and walked in the way of his father, and in his sin wherewith he made Israel to sin. 27 And Baasha the son of Ahijah, of the house of Issachar, conspired against him; and Baasha smote him at Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines; for Nadab and all Israel laid siege to Gibbethon. 28 Even in the third year of Asa king of Judah did Baasha slay him, and reigned in his stead. 29 And it came to pass, when he reigned, that he smote all the house of Jeroboam: he left not to Jeroboam any that breathed, until he had de- stroyed him, according unto the saying of the Lord, which he spake by his servant Ahijah the Shilonite: 30 Because of the sins of Jeroboam which he sinned, and which he made Israel sin, by his pro- vocation wherewith he provoked the Lord God of Israel to anger. 31 Now the rest of the acts of Nadab, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel? 32 And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. 33 In the third year of Asa king of Judah be- gan Baasha the son of Ahijah to reign over all Tsrael in Tirzah, twenty and four years. 34 And he did evil in the sight of the Lord, and walked in the wav of Jeroboam, and in his sin wherewith he made Israel to sin. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1, Jehu's prophecy against Baasha. 6 Elah sueceed- eth him. 8 Zimri conspiring against Elah succeedoth him. 11 Zimri executeth Jehu's prophecy. 15 Omri, made king by the soldiers, forceth Zimri desperately to burn himself. 21 The kingdom being divided, Omri prevaileth against Tibni. 23 Omri buildeth Samaria. 25 His wicked reign. 27 Ahab succeedeth him. 29 Ahab's most wicked reign. 34 Joshua's curse upon Hiel the builder of Jericho. THEN the word of the Lord came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasha, saying, 2 Forasmuch as I exalted thee out of the dust. 275 12 "^ r? 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(16) Ahab's wicked reign. and made thee prince over my people Israel; and thou hast walked in the way of Jeroboam, and hast made my people Israel to sin, to provoke me to anger with their sins; 3 Behold, I will take away the posterity of Baasha, and the posterity of his house; and will make thy house like the house of Jeroboam the son of Nebat. 4 Him that dieth of Baasha in the city shall the dogs eat; and him that dieth of his in the fields shall the fowls of the air eat. 5 Now. the rest of the acts of Baasha, and what he did, and his might, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel? 6 So Baasha slept with his fathers, and was buried in Tirzah: and Elah his son reigned in his stead. 7 And also by the hand of the prophet Jehu the son of Hanani came the word of the Lord against Baasha, and against his house, even for all the evil that he did in the sight of the Lord, in pro- voking him to anger with, the work of his hands, in being like the house of Jeroboam; and because he killed him. 8 In the twenty and sixth year of Asa king of Judah began Elah the son of Baasha to reign over Israel in Tirzah, two years. 9 And his servant Zimri, captain of half his chariots, conspired against him, as he was in Tirzah, drinking himself drunk in the house of Arza steward of his house in Tirzah. 10 And Zimri went in and smote him, and killed him, in the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah, and reigned in his stead. 11 And it came to pass, when he began to reign, as soon as he sat on his throne, that he slew all the house of Baasha: he left him not one that pisseth against a wall, neither of his kins- folks, nor of his friends. 12 Thus did Zimri destroy all the house of Baasha, according to the word of the Lord, which he spake against Baasha by Jehu the prophet, 13 For all the sins of Baasha, and the sins of Elah his son, by which they sinned, and by which they made Israel to sin, in provoking the Lord God of Israel to anger with their vanities. 14 Now the rest of the acts of Elah, and all that he did, are they not writen in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel? 15 In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign seven days in Tirzah. And the people were encamped against Gib- bethon, which belonged to the Philistines. 16 And the people that were encamped heard say, Zimri hath conspired, and hath also slain the king: wherefore all Israel made Omri, the cap- tain of the host, king over Israel that day in the camp. 17 And Omri went up from Gibbethon, and all Israel with him, and they besieged Tirzah. 18 And it came to pass, when Zimri saw that the city was taken, that he went into the palace 16 of the king's house, and burnt the king's house over him with fire, and died, 19 For his sins which he sinned in doing evil in the sight of the Lord, in Walking in the way of Jeroboam, and in his sin which he did, to make Israel to sin. 20 Now the rest of the acts of Zimri, and his treason that he wrought, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel? 21 Then were the people of Israel divided into two parts: half of the people followed Tibni the son of Ginath, to make him king; and half fol- lowed Omri. 22 But the people that followed Omri prevailed against the people that followed Tibni the son of Oinath: so Tibni died, and Omri reigned. 23 In the thirty and first year of Asa king of Judah began Omri to reign over Israel, twelve years: six years reigned he in Tirzah. 24 And he bought the hill Samaria of Shemer for two talents of silver, and built on the hill, and called the name of the city which he built, after the name of Shemer, owner of the hill, Samaria. 25 But Omri wrought evil in the eyes of the Lord, and did worse than all that were before him. 26 For he walked ,in all the way of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, an\I in his sin wherewith he made Israel to sin, to provoke the Lord God of Israel to anger with their vanities. 27 Now the rest of the acts of Omri which he did, and his might that he shewed, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel? 28 So Omri slept with his fathers, and was buried in Samaria: and Ahab his son reigned in his stead. 29 And in the thirty and eighth year of Asa king of Judah began Ahab the son of Omri to reign over Israel: and Ahab the son of Omri reigned over Israel in Samaria twenty and two years. 30 And Ahab the son of Omri did evil in the sight of the Lord above all that were before him. 31 And it came to pass, as if it had been a light thing for him to walk in the sins of Jero- boam the son of Nebat, that he took to wife Jeze- bel the daughter of Ethbaal king of the Zidoni- ans, and went and served Baal, and worshipped him. 32 And he reared up an altar for Baal in the house of Baal, which he had built in Samaria. 33 And Ahab made a grove; and Ahab did more to provoke the Lord God of Israel to anger than all the kings of Israel that were before him. 34 In his days did Hiel the Bethelite build Jericho : he laid the foundation thereof in Abiram his firstborn, and set up the gates thereof in his youngest son Segub, according to the word of the Lord, which he spake by Joshua the son of Nun. *7Q Elijah is fed by ravens. I. KINGS, XVII. (17) He raiseth the widow's son. CHAPTER XVn. (17) 1 Elijah, having prophesied against Ahab, is sent to Cherith, where the ravens feed him. 8 He is sent to the widow of Zarephath. 17 He raiseth the widow's son. 24 The woman believeth him. AND Elijah, the Tishbite, who was of the in- habitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the Lord God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. 2 And the word of the Lord came unto him, saying, 3 Get thee hence, and turn thee eastward, and hide thyself by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan. 4 And it shall be, that thou shalt drink of the brook; and I have commanded the ravens to feed thee there. 5 So he went and did according unto the word of the Lord : for he went and dwelt by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan. 6 And the ravens brought him bread and flesh in the morning, and bread and flesh in the even- ing; and he drank of the brook. 7 And it came to pass after a while, that the brook dried up, because there had been no rain in the land. 8 And the word of the Lord came unto him, saying, 9 Arise, get thee to Zarephath, which belong- eth to Zidon, and dwell there: behold, I have com- manded a widow woman there to sustain thee. 10 So he arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, behold, the widow woman was there gathering of sticks: and he called to her, and said, Fetch me, I pray thee, a little water in a vessel, that I may drink. 11 And as she was going to fetch it, he called to her, and said, Bring me, I pray thee, a* morsel of bread in thine hand. 12 And she said, As the Lord thy God liveth, I have not a cake, but an handful of meal in a bar- rel, and a little oil in a cruse: and, behold, I am gathering two sticks, that I may go in and dress it for me and my son, that we may eat it, and die. 13 And Elijah said unto her, Fear not; go and do as thou hast said : but make me thereof a little cake first, and bring it unto me, and after make for thee and for thy son. . 14 For thus saith the Lord God of Israel, The barrel of meal shall not waste, neither shall the cruse of oil fail, until the day that the Lord send- eth rain upon the earth. 15 And she went and did according to the say- ing of Elijah: and she, and he, and hor house, did eat many days. 16 And the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word of the Lord, which he spake by Elijah. 17 And it came to pass after these things, that the son of the woman, the mistress of the house, fell sick; and Ms sickness was so sore, that there was no breath left in him. 18 And she said unto Elijah, What have I to do with thee, O thou man of God? art thou come unto me to call my sin to remembrance, and to slay my son? 19 And he said unto her, Give me thy son. And he took him out of her bosom, and carried him up into a loft, where he abode, and laid him upon his own bed. 20 And he cried unto the Lord, and said, O Lord my God, hast thou also brought evil upon the widow with whom I sojourn, by slaying her son? 21 And he stretched himself upon the child three times, and cried unto the Lord, and said, O Lord my God, I pray thee, let this child's soul come into him again. 22 And the Lord heard the voice of Elijah; and the soul of the child came into him again, and he revived. 23 And Elijah took the child, and brought him down out of the chamber into the house, and de- livered him unto his mother: and Elijah said, See, thy son liveth. 24 And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the Lord in thy mouth is truth. CHAPTER XVIII. (18) 1 In the extremity of famine Elijah, sent to Ahab, meeteth good Obadiah. 9 Obadiah bringeth Ahab to Elijah. 17 Elijah, reproving Ahab, by fire from heaven convinceth Baal's prophets. 43 Elijah, by prayer obtaining rain, followeth Ahab to Jezreel. AND it came to pass after many days, that the word of the Lord came to Elijah in the third year, saying, Go, shew thyself unto Ahab; and I will send rain upon the earth. 2 And Elijah went to shew himself unto Ahab. And there was a sore famine in Samaria. 3 And Ahab called Obadiah, which was the governor of his house. (Now. Obadiah feared the Lord greatly: 4 For it was so, when Jezebel cut off the proph- ets of the Lord, that Obadiah took an hundred prophets, and hid them by fifty in a cave, and fed them with bread and water.) 5 And Ahab said unto Obadiah, Go into the land, unto all fountains of water, and unto ail brooks: peradventure we may find grass to save the horses and mules alive, that we lose not ail the beasts. 6 So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it: Ahab went one way by him- self, and Obadiah went another way by himself. 7 And as Obadiah was in the way, behold, Eli- jah met him: and he knew him, and fell on his face, and said, Art thou that my lord Elijah? 8 And he answered him, I am: go, tell thy lord, Behold, Elijah is here. 9 And he said, What have I sinned, that thou wouldest deliver thy servant into the hand of Ahab, to slay me 10 As the Lord thy God liveth, there is no nation or kingdom, whither my lord hath not sent 377 , 4#3 Elijah's sign to I. KINGS, XVIII. (18) determine the true God, to seek thee : and when they said, He is not there ; he took an oath of the kingdom and nation, that they found thee not. 11 And now thou say est, Go, tell thy lord, Be- hold, Elijah is here. 12 And it shall come to pass, as soon as I am gone from thee, that the Spirit of the Lord shall carry thee whither I know not; and so when I come and tell Ahab, and he cannot find thee, he shall slay me: but I thy servant fear the Lord from my youth. 13 Was it not told my lord what I did when Jezebel slew the prophets of the Lord, how I hid an hundred men of the Lord's prophets by fifty in a cave, and fed them with bread and water? 14 And now thou sayest, Go, tell thy lord, Be- hold, Elijah is here: and he shall slay me. 15 And Elijah said, As the Lord of hosts liveth, before whom I stand, I will surely shew myself unto him to day. 16 So Obadiah went to meet Ahab, and told him: and Ahab went to meet Elijah. 17 And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, Art thou he that trou- bleth Israel? 18 And he answered, I have not troubled Is- rael ; but thou, and thy father's house, in that ye have forsaken the commandments of the Lord, and thou hast followed Baalim. 19 Now therefore send, and gather to me all Israel unto mount Carmel, and the prophets of Baal four hundred and fifty, and the prophets of the groves four hundred, which eat at Jezebel's table. 20 So Ahab sent unto all the children of Is- rael, and gathered the prophets together unto mount Carmel. 21 And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the Lord be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word. 22 Then said Elijah unto the people, I, even I only, remain a prophet of the Lord; but Baal's prophets are four hundred and fifty men. 23 Let them therefore give us two bullocks; and let them choose one bullock for themselves, and cut it in pieces, and lay it on wood, and put no fire under: and I will dress the other bullock, and lay it on wood, and put no fire under: 24 And call ye on the name of your gods, and I will call on the name of the Lord: and the God that answereth by fire, let him be God. And all the people answered and said, It is well spoken. 25 And Elijah said unto the prophets of Baal, Choose you one bullock for yourselves, and dress it first; for ye are many; and call on the name of your gods, but put no fire under. 26 And they took the bullock which was giveu them, and they dressed it, and called on the name of Baal from morning even until noon, saying, O Baal, hear us. But there was no voice, nor any that answered. And they leaped upon the altar which was made. 27 And it came to pass at noon, that Elijah mocked them, and said, Cry aloud: for he is a god; either he is talking, or he is pursuing, or he is in a journey, or peradventure he sleepeth, and must be awaked. 28 And they cried aloud, and cut themselves after their manner with knives and lancets, till the blood gushed out upon them. 29 Ajad it came to pass, when midday was past, and they prophesied until the time of the offering of the evening sacrifice, that there was neither voice, nor any to answer, nor any that regarded. 30 And Elijah said unto all the people, Come near unto me. And all the people came near unto him. And he repaired the altar of the Lord that was broken down. 31 And Elijah took twelve stones, according to the number of the tribes of the sons of Jacob, un- to whom the word of the Lord came, saying, Is- rael shall be thy name: 32 And with the stones he built an altar in the name of the Lord: and he made a trench about the altar, as great as would contain two measures of seed. 33 And he put the wood in order, and cut the bullock in pieces, and laid him on the wood, and said, Fill four barrels with water, and pour it on the burnt sacrifice, and on the wood. 34 And he said, Do it the second time. And they did it the second time. And he said, Do it the third time. And they did it the third time. 35 And the water ran round about the altar; and he filled the trench also with water. 36 And it came to pass at the time of the offer- ing of the evening sacrifice, that Elijah the prophet came near, and said, Lord God of Abra- ham, Isaac, and of Israel, let it be known this day that thou art God in Israel, and that I am thy servant, and that I have done all these things at thy word. 37 Hear me, O Lord, hear me, that this people may know that thoii art the Lord God, and that thou hast turned their heart back again. 38 Then the fire of the Lord fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood, and the stones, and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench. 39 And when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces: and they said, The Lord, he is the God ; the Lord, he is the God. 40 And Elijah said unto them, Take the proph- ets of Baal ; let not one of them escape. And they took them: and Elijah brought them down to the brook Kishon, and slew them there. 41 And Elijah said unto Ahab, Get thee up, eat and drink; for there is a sound of abundance of rain. 42 So Ahab went up to eat and to drink. And Elijah went up to the top of Carmel; and he cast himself down upon the earth, and put his face between his knees, 43 And said to his servant, Go up now, look toward the sea. And he went up, and looked, 278 i o 4 u +j «H ft 01 t> m SI '-£ ~ .a 3 & ca a 3 s 3 bC w O A i— * +-> a +3 to ■8 a rd Bl (4 oi t- O +j Si Eij o » a oj 3 o & a a) a u u F £* G _ •o 3 _* o s UJ ^ C3 w 1-1 -p 0) ,3 0} l-H B IP > d .3 s 4) a DO a a OH O cd - 01 A +j a ft o 4) > >> a> 3 o 3 -a s o t>>3 Fh d ■Q CO ft Q.M i-t ■w CO ed 0) a oa ■o be" -3 3 oj o-a 27 S ■2 CO t-l St * o ft Ci CO OS S +J sea .22 £ ^3* oo * £?be£ -cf m o a H, 3S C- fct 4> 3 J . S ■'-' ** lJ ^ ft q be wm ? 4> •^ 3 * _, hi 3 3 4 43 God appeareth to Elijah. I. KINGS, XIX. (19) Elisha followeth Elijah. and said, There is nothing. And he said, Go again seven times. 44 And it came to pass at the seventh time, that he said, Behold, there ariseth a little cloud out of the sea, like a man's hand. And he said, Go up, say unto Ahab, Prepare thy chariot, and get thee down, that the rain stop thee not. 45 And it came to pass in the mean while, that the heaven was black with clouds and wind, and there was a great rain. And Ahab rode, and went to JezreeL 46 And the hand of the Lord was on Elijah; and he girded up his loins, and ran before Ahab to the entrance of JezreeL CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 Elijah, threatened by Jezebel, fleeth to Beer-sheba. 4 In the wilderness, being weary of his life, he is com- forted by an angel. 9 At Horeb God appeareth unto him, sending him to anoint Hazael, Jehu, and Elisha. 19 Elisha, taking leave of his friends, followeth Elijah. AND Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword. 2 Tnen Jezebel sent a messenger unto Elijah, saying, So let the gods do to me, and more also, If I make not thy life as the life of one of them by to morrow about this time. 3 And when he saw that, he arose, and went for his life, and came to Beer-sheba, which be- longeth to Judah, and left his servant there. 4 But he himself went a day's journey into the wilderness, and came and sat down under a ju- niper tree: and he requested for himself that he might die; and said, It is enough; now, O Lord, take away my life ; for I am not better than my fathers. 5 And as he lay and slept under a juniper tree, behold, then an angel touched him, and said unto him, Arise and eat. 6 And he looked, and, behold, there was a cake baken on the coals, and a cruse of water at his head. And he did eat and drink, and laid him down again. 7 And the angel of the Lord came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat ; because the journey is too great for thee. 8 And he arose, and did eat and drink, and went in the strength of that meat forty days and forty nights unto Horeb the mount of God. 9 And he came thither unto a cave, and lodged there; and, behold, the word of the Lord came to him, and he said unto him, What doest thou here, Elijah? 10 And he said, I have been very jealous for the Lord God of hosts: for the children of Israel have forsaken thy covenant, thrown down thin" altars, and slain thy prophets with the sword: and I, even I only, am left; and they seek my life, to take it away. 11 And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the Lord. And, behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the Lord; but the Lord was not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; but the Lord was not in the earthquake: 12 And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. 13 And it was so, when Elijah heard it, that he wrapped his face in his mantle, and went out, and stood in the entering in of the cave. And, be- hold, there came a voice unto him. and said, What doest thou here, Elijah? 14 And he said, I have been very jealous for the Lord God of hosts : because the children of Is- rael have forsaken thy covenant, thrown down thine altars, and slain thy prophets with the sword ; and I, even I only, am left ; and they seek my life, to take it away. 15 And the Lord said unto him, Go, return on thy way to the wilderness of Damascus: and when thou comest, anoint Hazael to be king over Syria: 16 And Jehu the son of Ximshi shalt thou anoint to be king over Israel : and Elisha the son of Shaphat of Abel-meholah shalt thou anoint to be prophet in thy room. 17 And it shall come to pass, that him that escapeth the sword of Hazael shall Jehu slay : and him that escapeth from the sword of Jehu shall Elisha slay. 18 Yet I have left me seven thousand in Israel, all the knees which have not bowed unto Baal, and every mouth which hath not kissed him. 19 So he departed thence, and found Elisha the son of Shaphat, who was plowing with twelve yoke of oxen before him, and he with the twelfth: and Elijah passed by him, and cast his mantle upon him. 20 And he left the oxen, and ran after Elijah, and said, Let me, I pray thee, kiss my father and my mother, and then I will follow thee. And he said unto him, Go back again: for what have I done to thee? 21 And he returned back from him, and took a yoke of oxen, and slew them, and boiled their flesh with the instruments of the oxen, and gave unto the people, and they did eat. Then he arose, and went after Elijah, and ministered unto him. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 Ben-hadad, not content with Ahab's homage, beseig- eth Samaria. 13 By the direction of a prophet, the Syrians are slain. 22 As a prophet forewarned Ahab, the Syrians, trusting in the valleys, come against him in Aphek. 28 By the word of the prophet, and Gtod's judgment, the Syrians are smitten again. 31 The Syrians, submitting themselves. Ahab sendeth Ben- hadad away with a covenant. 35 The prophet, under the parable of a prisoner, making Ahab to judge him- self, denounceth God's judgment against him. AXD Ben-hadad the king of Syria gathered all his host together: and there were thirty and two kings with him, and horses, and chariots: and he went up and besieged Samaria, and warred against it. 2 And he sent messengers to Ahab king of Is- 279 The Syrians are slain. I. KINGS, XX. (20; The Syrians again defeated. rael into the city, and said unto him, Thus saith Ben-hadad, 3 Thy silver and thy gold is mine; thy wires also and thy children, even the goodliest, are mine. 4 And the king of Israel answered and said, My lord, O king, according to thy saying, I am thine, and all that I have. 5 And the messengers came again, and said, Thus speaketh Ben-hadad, saying, Although I have sent unto thee, saying, Thou shalt deliver me thy silver, and thy gold, and thy wives, and thy children; 6 Yet I will send my servants unto thee to morrow about this time, and they shall search thine house, and the houses of thy servants; and it shall be, that whatsoever is pleasant in thine eyes, they shall put it in their hand, and take it away. 7 Then the king of Israel called all the elders of the land, and said, Mark, I pray you, and see how this man seeketh mischief: for he sent unto me for my wives, and for my children, and for my silver, and for my gold ; and I denied him not. 8 And all the elders and all the people said unto him, Hearken not unto him, nor consent. 9 Wherefore he said unto the messengers of Ben-hadad, Tell my lord the king, All that thou didst send for to thy servant at the first I will do : but this thing I may not do. And the messengers departed, and brought him word again. 10 And Ben-hadad sent unto him, and said, The gods do so unto me, and more also, if the dust of Samaria shall suffice for handfuls for all the peo- ple that follow me. 11 And the king of Israel answered and said, Tell him, Let not him that girdeth on his harness boast himself as he that putteth it off. 12 And if came to pass, when Ben-hadad heard this message, as he was drinking, he and the kings in the pavilions, that he said unto his ser- vants, Set yourselves in array. And they set themselves in array against the city. 13 And, behold, there came a prophet unto Ahab king of Israel, saying, Thus saith the Lord, Hast thou seen all this great multitude? behold, I will deliver it into thine hand this day; and thou shalt know that I am the Lord. 14 And Ahab said, By whom? And he said, Thus saith the Lord, Even by the young men of the princes of the provinces. Then he said, Who shall order the battle? And he answered, Thou. 15 Then he numbered the young men of the princes of the provinces, and they were two hun- dred and thirty two: and after them he numbered all the people, even all the children of Israel, be- ing seven thousand. 16 And they went out at noon. But Ben-hadad was drinking himself drunk in the pavilions, he and the kings, the thirty and two kings that helped him. 17 And the young men of the princes of the provinces went out first ; and Ben-hadad sent out. and they told him, saying, There are men come out of Samaria. 18 And he said, Whether they be come out for peace, take them alive; or whether they be come out for war, take them alive. 19 So these young men of the princes of the provinces came out of the city, and the army which followed them. 20 And they slew every one his man: and the Syrians fled; and Israel pursued them: and Ben- hadad the king of Syria escaped on an horse with the horsemen. 21 And the king of Israel went out, and smote the horses and chariots, and slew the Syrians with a great slaughter. 22 And the prophet came to the king of Israel, and said unto him, Go, strengthen thyself, and mark, and see what thou doest: for at the return of the year the king of Syria will come up against thee. 23 And the servants of the king of Syria said unto him, Their gods are gods of the hills; there- fore they were stronger than we; but let us fight against them in the plain, and surely we shall be stronger than they. 24 And do this thing, Take the kings away, every man out of his place, and put captains in their rooms: 25 And number thee an army, like the army that thou hast lost, horse for horse, and chariot for chariot: and we will fight against them in the plain, and surely we shall be stronger than they. And he hearkened unto their voice, and did so. 26 And it came to pass at the return of the year, that Ben-hahad numbered the Syrians, and went up to Aphek, to fight against Israel. 27 And the children of Israel were numbered, and were all present, and went against them: and the children of Israel pitched before them like two little flocks of kids ; but the Syrians filled the country. 28 And there came a man of God, and spake unto the king of Israel, and said, Thus saith the Lord, Because the Syrians have said, The Lord is God of the hills, but he is not God of the val- leys, therefore will I deliver all this great multi- tude into thine hand, and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 29 And they pitched one over against the other seven days. And so it was, that in the seventh day the battle was joined : and the children of Is- rael slew of the Syrians an hundred thousand footmen in one day. 30 But the rest fled to Aphek, into the city; and there a wall fell upon twenty and seven thousand of the men that were left. And Ben- hadad fled, and came into the city, into an inner chamber. 31 And his servants said unto him, Behold now, we have heard that the kings of the house of Is- rael are merciful kings: let us, I pray thee, put sackcloth on our loins, and ropes upon our heads, 280 God's judgment against Ahab, I. KINGS, XXI. (21) Naboth's death and go out to the king of Israel : peradventure he will save thy life. 32 So they girded sackcloth on their loins, and put ropes on their heads, and came to the king of Israel, and said, Thy servant Ben-hadad saith, L pray thee, let me live. And he said, Is he yet alive? he is my brother. 33 Now the men did diligently observe whether any thing would come from him, and did hastily catch it: and they said, Thy brother Ben-hadad. Then he said, Go ye, bring him. Then Ben-hadad came forth to him ; and he caused him to come up into the chariot. 34 And Ben-hadad said unto him, The cities, which my father took from thy father, I will re- store; and thou shalt make streets for thee in Damascus, as my father made in Samaria. Then said Ahab, I will send thee away with this coven- ant. So he made a covenant with him, and sent him away. 35 And a certain man of the sons of the proph- ets said unto his neighbour in the word of the Lord, Smite me, I pray thee. And the man re- fused to smite him. 36 Then said he unto him, Because thou hast not obeyed the voice of the Lord, behold, as soon as thou art departed from me, a lion shall slay thee. And as soon as he was departed from him, a lion found him, and slew him. 37 Then he found another man, and said, Smite me, I pray thee. And the man smote him, so that in smiting he wounded him. 38 So the prophet departed, and waited for the king by the way, and disguised himself with ashes upon his face. 39 And as the king passed by, he cried unto the king: and he said, Thy servant went out into the midst of the battle; and, behold, a man turned aside, and brought a man unto me, and said, Keep this man : if by any means he be miss- ing, then shall thy life be for his life, or else thou shalt pay a talent of silver. 40 And as thy servant was busy here and there, he was gone. And the king of Israel said unto him, So shall thy judgment be; thyself hast de- cided it. 41 And he hasted, and took the ashes away from his face; and the king of Israel discerned him that he was of the prophets. 42 And he said unto him, Thus saith the Lord, Because thou hast let go out of thy hand a man whom I appointed to utter destruction, therefore thy life shall go for his life, and thy people for his people. 43 And the king of Israel went to his house heavy and displeased, and came to Samaria. CHAPTER XXI. (21.) 1 Ahab being denied Naboth's vineyard is grieved. 5 Jezebel writing letters against Naboth, be is con- demned of blasphemy. 15 Ahab taketh possession of the vineyard. 17 Elijah denounceth judgments against Ahab and Jezebel. 25 Wicked Ahab repenting, God deferreth the judgment. AND it came to pass after these things, that Naboth the Jezreelite had a vineyard, which was in Jezreel, hard by the palace of Ahab king of Samaria. 2 And Ahab spake unto Naboth, saying, Give me thy vineyard, that I may have it for a garden of herbs, because it is near unto my house: and I will give thee for it a better vineyard than it; or, if it seem good to thee, I will give thee the worth of it in money. 3 And Naboth said to Ahab, The Lord forbid it me, that I should give the inheritance of my fathers unto thee. 4 And Ahab came into his house heavy and dis- pleased because of the word which Naboth the Jezreelite had spoken to him: for he had said, I will not give thee the inheritance of my fathers. And he laid him down upon his bed, and turned away his face, and would eat no bread. 5 But Jezebel his wife came to him, and said unto him, Why is thy spirit so sad, that thou eat- est no bread? And he said unto her, Because I spake unto Naboth the Jezreelite, and said unto him, Give me thy vineyard for money; or else, if it please thee, I will give thee another vineyard for it: and he answered, I will not give thee my vineyard. 7 And Jezebel his wife said unto him, Dost thou now govern the kingdom of Israel ? arise, and eat bread, and let thine heart be merry: I will give thee the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite. 8 So she wrote letters in Ahab's name, and sealed them with his seal, and sent the letters unto the elders and to the nobles that were in his city, dwelling with Naboth. 9 And she wrote in the leters, saying, Pro- claim a fast, and set Naboth on high among the people : 10 And set two men, sons of Belial, before him, to bear witness against him, saying. Thou didst blaspheme God and the king. And then carry him out, and stone him, that he may die. 11 And the men of his city, even the elders and the nobles who were the inhabitants in his city, did as Jezebel had sent unto them, and as it was written in the letters which she had sent unto them. 12 They proclaimed a fast, and set Naboth on high among the people. 13 And there came in two men, children of Be- lial, and sat before him: and the men of Belial witnessed against him, even against Naboth, in the presence of the people, saying, Naboth did blaspheme God and the king. Then they carried him forth out of the city, and stoned him with stones, that he died. 14 Then they sent to Jezebel, saying, Naboth is stoned, and is dead. 15 And it came to pass, when Jezebel heard that Naboth was stoned, and was dead, that Jeze- bel said to Ahab, Arise, take possession of the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite, which he re- fused to give thee for money: for Naboth is not alive, but dead. 16 And it came to pass, when Ahab heard that Naboth was dead, that Ahab rose up to go down 281 re a es » fa. © rri . is ^ w - - £pS.2 ^pgB o g a> > ^ . s 13 5rl a: 4> P OjijUU fr! * M a & ei as u W 05 a .£ •& here doub whic in th now 03 ,g 05 ej t3 P, -p H 2 oj S*2g£, i-j .o« w P cs ja n< eS n going fr d by Sam son why t except th s were re m h cs a 21,4). uorthwa good re Ahab," e colum Sfi « 0> « 4-> •9 <* 4-> . -w cj d OBp M »S — 01 iJ a .3 d d 43 r-l o> 43 o a o o o 01 .P i*a s >a c5 4J to rrt OS >■. 3 to to 85 S .22 4343 4-> -M a "B 0) > o 01 u 01 43 '5 a o o a 42 o to T3 4= 0> 4-1 a d rt 0) ft III fc< a fl ^ > +J >d +-» a a oi w C3 01 43 -P -U o r/i L, o 01 Si tH rrt a S>> 42 42 O 01 a 01 4-1 '3 -a a P o >1 0- 43 d a rt 43 4J p ■4-J & d p »3 d 0_| < 01 -l-i a n « < a +j ri is *• o id "

  • O m Ol bd si fcfi fcr r-i y to a G 4-1 aT 0) P tO 4- 1 t4 • 43 ' rt ■d di Li PP N— ■* ^ 01 cS -M «sj l< Pi c3 oT to o a W M (1) a M P o 43 -i-j d +J ^ B o 43 P 01 o P - d < [=H d a to A C3 m oi -3 ^ Elisha divideth Jordan. II. KINGS, III. (3) Jehorarn's reign. 4 And Elijah said unto him, Elisha, tarry here, I pray thee; for the Lord hath sent me to Jericho. And he said, As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. So they came to Jericho. 5 And the sons of the prophets that were at Jericho came to Elisha, and said unto him, Know- est thou that the Lord will take away thy master from thy head to day? And he answered, Yea, I know it; hold ye your peace. 6 And Elijah said unto him, Tarry, I pray thee, here; for the Lord hath sent me to Jordan. And he said, As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. And they two went on. 7 And fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood to view afar off: and they two stood by Jordan. 8 And Elijah took his mantle, and wrapped it together, and smote the waters, and they were di- vided hither and thither, so that they two went over on dry ground. 9 And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me. 10 And he said, Thou hast asked a hard thing: nevertheless, if thou see me when I am taken from thee, it shall be so unto thee; but if not, it shall not be so. 11 And it came to pass, as they still went on, and talked, that, behold, there appeared a chariot of fire, and horses of fire, and parted them both asunder; and Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven. 12 And Elisha saw it, and he cried, My father, my father, the chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof. And he saw him no more: and he took hold of his own clothes, and rent them in two pieces. 13 He took up also the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and went back, and stood by the bank of Jordan. 14 And he took the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and smote the waters, and said, Where is the Lord God of Elijah? and when he also had smitten the waters, they parted hither and thither: and Elisha went over. 15 And when the sons of the prophets which were to view at Jericho saw him, they said, The spirit of Elijah doth rest on Elisha. And they came to meet him, and bowed themselves to the ground before him. 16 And they said unto him, Behold now, ther^i be with thy servants fifty strong men; let them go, we pray thee, and seek thy master: lest per- adventure the Spirit of the Lord hath taken him up, and cast him upon some mountain, or into some valley. And he said, Ye shall not send. 17 And when they urged him till he was ashamed, he said, Send. They sent therefore fifty men ; and they sought three days, but found him not. . 18 And when they came again to him, (for he tarried at Jericho,) he said unto them, Did I not say unto you, Go not? 19 And the men of the city said unto Elisha, Behold, I- pray thee, the situation of this city is pleasant, as my lord seeth: but the water is naught, and the ground barren. 20 And he said, Bring me a new cruse, and put salt therein. And they brought it to him. 21 And he went forth unto the spring of the waters, and cast the salt in there, and said, Thus saith the Lord, I have healed these waters; there shall not be from thence any more death or bar- ren land. 22 So the waters were healed unto this day, according to the saying of Elisha which he spake. 23 And he went up from thence unto Beth-el: and as he was going up by the way, there came forth little children out of the city, and mocked him, and said unto him, Go up, thou bald head; go up, thou bald head. 24 And he turned back, and looked on them, and cursed them in the name of the Lord. And there came forth two she bears out of the wood, and tare forty and two children of them. 25 And he went from thence to mount Carmel, and from thence he returned to Samaria. CHAPTER ni. (3) 1 Jehorarn's reign. 4 Mesha rebelleth. 6 Tehoram, with Jehoshaphat, and the king of Edom, being distressed for want of water, by Elisha obtaineth water, and promise of victory. 21 The Moabites, deceived by the colour of the water, coming to spoil, are overcome. 26 The king of Moab, by sacrificing the king of Edom's son, raiseth the seige. ~|VJ"OW Jehoram the son of Ahab began to reign -Lll over Israel in Samaria the eighteenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigned twelve years. 2 And he wrought evil in the sight of the Lord ; but not like his father, and like his mother: for he put away the image of Baal that his father had made. 3 Nevertheless he cleaved unto the sins of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, which made Israel to sin; he departed not therefrom. 4 And Mesha king of Moab was a sheepmaster, and rendered unto the king of Israel an hundred thousand lambs, and an hundred thousand rams with the wool. 5 But it came to pass, when Ahab was dead, that the king of Moab rebelled against the king of Israel. 6 And king Jehoram went out of Samaria the same time, and numbered all Israel. 7 And he went and sent to Jehoshaphat the king of Judah, saying, The king of Moab hath re- belled against me: wilt thou go* with me against Moab to battle? 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    0) o a a 0) . 02 ft N 1-1 0) •—< ^ O o er -CJ o o 03 -a ffi ,p Q o O 4) s -t-> tw rli fli 1-1 O ■d J 5 0J 3 03 CI) ft "St ^k, fit 4-1 a a u« o a o 3 m o 6J0 a> w .a<2 .H 4-1 03 3^ CC "^ rt h CB a bx)»j IT) H 4) o n ei 0) a 03 k< £ 4-> P 03 H p o p r, 3 a p © 0) & as Elisha obtaineth water. II. KINGS, IV. (4) The ■widow' 1 s oil multiplied. Judah, and the king of Edom: and they fetched a compass of seven days' journey: and there was no water for the host, and for the cattle that followed them. 10 And the king of Israel said, Alas! that the Lord hath called these three kings together, to deliver them into the hand of Moab! 11 But Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of the Lord, that we may enquire of the Lord by him? And one of the king of Israel's servants answered and said, Here is Elisha the son of Shaphat, which poured water on the hands of Elijah. 12 And Jehoshaphat said, The word of the Lord is with him. So the king of Israel and Jeho- shaphat and the king of Edom went down to him. 13 And Elisha said unto the king of Israel, What have I to do with thee? get thee to the prophets of thy father, and to the prophets of thy mother. And the king of Israel said unto him, Nay: for the Lord hath called these three kings together, to deliver them into the hand of Moab. 14 And Elisha said, As the Lord of hosts liveth, before whom I stand, surely, were it not that I re- gard the presence of Jehoshaphat the king of Ju- dah, I would not look toward thee, nor see thee. 15 But now bring me a minstrel. And it came to pass, when the minstrel played, that the hand of the Lord came upon him. 16 And he said, Thus saith the Lord, Make this valley full of ditches. 17 For thus saith the Lord, Ye shall not see wind, neither shall ye see rain; yet that valley shall be filled with water, that ye may drink, both ye, and your cattle, and your beasts. 18 And this is but a light thing in the sight of the Lord : he will deliver the Moabites also into your hand. 19 And ye shall smite every fenced city, and every choice city, and shall fell every good tree, and stop all wells of water, and mar every good piece of land with stones. 20 And it came to pass in the morning, when the meat offering was offered, that, behold, there came water by the way of Edom, and the coun- try was filled with water. 21 And when all the Moabites heard that the kings were come up to fight against them, they gathered all that" were able to put on armour, and upward, and stood in the border. 22 And they rose up early in the morning, and the sun shone upon the water, and theMoabites saw the water on the other side as red as blood: 23 And they said, This is blood: the kings are surely slain, and they have smitten one another: now therefore, Moab, to the spoil. 24 And when they came to the camp of Israel, the Israelites rose up and smote the Moabites, so that they fled before them: but they went for- ward smiting the Moabites, even in their country. 25 And they beat down the cities, and on every good piece of land cast every man his stone, and filled it; and they stopped all the wells of water and felled all the good trees : only in Kir-haraseth 'eft tney the stones thereof; howbeit the sling- ers went about it, and smote it. 26 And when the king of Moab saw that the battle vvas too sore for him, he took with him seven hundred men that drew swords, to break through even unto the king of Edom: but they could not. 27 Then he took his eldest son that should have reigned in his stead, and offered him for a burnt offering upon the wall. And there was great indignation against Israel: and they de- parted from him, and returned to their own land. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Elisha multiplieth the widow's oil. 8 He giveth a son to the good Shunamrnite. 18 He raiseth again her dead son. 38 At Gilgal he healeth the deadly pottage. 42 He satisfieth an hundred men with twenty loaves. 1VT OW there cried a certain woman of the -L-^ wives of the sons of the prophets unto Elisha, saying, Thy servant my husband is dead; and thou knowest that thy servant did fear the Lord: and the creditor is come to take unto him my two sons to be bondmen. 2 And Elisha said unto her, What shall I do for thee? tell me, what hast thou in the house? And she said, Thine handmaid hath not any thing in the house, save a pot of oil. 3 Then he said, Go, borrow thee vessels abroad of all thy neighbours, even empty ve^3- sels; borrow not a few. 4 And when thou art come in, thou shalt shut the door upon thee and upon thy sons, and shalt pour out into all those vessels, and thou shalt set aside that which is full. i 5 So she went from him, and shut the door upon her and upon her sons, who brought the vessels to her; and she poured out. 6 And it came to pass, when the vessels were full, that she said unto her son, Bring me yet a vessel. And he said unto her, There is not a vessel more. And the oil stayed. 7 Then she came and told the man of God. And he said, Go, sell the oil, and pay thy debt, and live thou and thy children of the rest. 8 And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she con- strained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. 9 And she said unto her husband, Behold now, I perceive that this is an holy man of God, which passeth by us continually. 10 Let us make a little chamber, I pray thee, on the wall; and let us set for him there a bed, and a table, and a stool, and a candlestick: and it shall be, when he cometh to us, that he shall turn in thither. 11 And it fell on a day, that he came thither, and he turned into the chamber, and lay there. 12 And he said to Gehazi his servant, Call this Shunamrnite. 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And he said to a lad, Carry him to his mother. 20 And when he had taken him, and brought him to his mother, he sat on her knees till noon, and then died. 21 And she went up, and laid him on the bed of the man of God, and shut the door upon him, and went out. 22 And she called unto her husband, and said, Send me, I pray thee, one of the young men, and one of the asses, that I may run to the man of God, and come again. 23 And he said, Wherefore wilt thou go to him to day? it is neither new moon, nor sabbath. And she said, It shall be well. 24 Then she saddled an ass, and said to her ser- vant, Drive, and go forward ; slack not thy riding for me, except I bid thee. 25 So she went and came unto the man of God to mount Carmel. And it came to pass, when the man of God saw her afar off, that he said to Ge- hazi his servant, Behold, yonder is that Shunam- mite: 26 Run now, I pray thee, to meet her, and say unto her, Is it well with thee? is it well with thy husband? is it well with the child And she answered, It is well. 27 And when she came to the man of God to the hill, she caught him by the feet: but Gehazi came near to thrust her away. And the man of God said, Let her alone; for her soul is vexed within her: and the Lord hath hid it from me, and hath not told me. 28 Then she said, Did I desire a son of my lord? did I not say, Do not deceive me? 29 Then he said to Gehazi, Gird up thy loins, and take my staff in thine hand, and go thy way: if thou meet any man, salute him not; and if any salute thee, answer him not again: and lay my staff upon the face of the child. 30 And the mother of the child said, As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. And he arose, and followed her. 31 And Gehazi passed on before them, and laid the staff upon the face of the child ; but there was neither voice, nor hearing. Wherefore he went again to meet him, and told him, saying, The child is not awaked. 32 And when Elisha was come into the house, behold, the child was dead, and laid upon his bed. 33 He went in therefore, and shut the door upon them twain, and prayed unto the Lord. 34 And he went up, and lay upon the child, and put his mouth upon his mouth, and his eyes upou his eyes, and his hands upon his hands: and he stretched himself upon the child ; and the flesh of the child waxed warm. 35 Then he returned, and walked in the house to and fro; and went up, and stretched himself upon him: and the child sneezed seven times, and the child opened his eyes. 36 And he called Gehazi, and said, Call this Shunammite. So he called her. And when she was come in unto him, he said, Take up thy son. 37 Then she went in, and fell at his feet, and bowed herself to the ground, and took up her son and went out. 38 And Elisha came again to Gilgal: and there was a dearth in the land; and the sons of the prophets were sitting before him: and he said unto his servant, Set on the great pot, and seethe pottage for the sons of the prophets. 39 And one went out into the field to gather herbs, and found a wild vine, and gathered there- of wild gourds his lap full, and came and shred them into the pot of pottage: for they knew them not. 40 So they poured out for the men to eat. And it came to pass, as they were eating of the pot- tage, that they cried out, and said, O thou man of God, there is death in the pot. And they could not eat thereof. 41 But he said, Then bring meal. And he cast it into the pot; and he said, Pour out for the peo- ple, that they may eat. And there was no harm in the pot. 42 And there came a man from Baal-shalisha, and brought the man of God bread of the first- fruits, twenty loaves of barley, and full ears of corn in the husk thereof. And he said, Give unto the people, that they may eat. 43 And his servitor said, What, should I set this before an hundred men? He said again, Give the people, that they may eat: for thus saith the Lord, They shall eat, and shall leave thereof. 44 So he set it before them, and they did eat, and left thereof, according to the word of the Lord. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Naaman, by the report of a captive maid, is sent to Samaria to be cured of his leprosy. 8 Elisha, send- ing him to Jordan, cureth him. 15 He refusing Naa- man's gifts granteth him some of the earth. 20 Ge- hazi, abusing his master's name unto Naaman, is smit- ten with leprosy. 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    dah Pekahiah the son of Menahem began to reign over Israel in Samaria, and reigned two years. 24 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord : he departed not from the sins of Jero- boam the son of Nebat, who made Israel to sin. 25 But Pekah the son of Remaliah, a captain of his, conspired against him, and smote him in Samaria, in the palace of the king's house, with Argob and Arieh, and with him fifty men of the Gileadites : and he killed him, and reigned in his room. 26 And the rest of the acts of Pekahiah, and all that he did, behold, they are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel. 27 In the two and fiftieth year of Azariah king of Judah Pekah the son of Remaliah began to reign over Israel in Samaria, and reigned twenty years. 28 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord: he departed not from the sins of Jero- boam the son of Nebat, who made Israel to sin. 29 In the days of Pekah king of Israel came Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria, and took Ijon, and Abel-beth-maachah, and Janoah, and Kedesh, and Hazor, and Gilead, and Galilee, all the land of Naphtali, and carried them captive to Assyria. 30 And Hoshea the son of Elah made a con? spiracy against Pekah the son of Remaliah, and smote him, and slew him, and reigned in his stead, in the twentieth year of Jotham the son of Uzzlah. 31 And the rest of the acts of Pekah, and all that he did, behold, they are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel. 32 In the second year of Pekah the son of Re- maliah king of Israel began Jotham the son of Uz- ziah king of Judah to reign. 33 Five and twenty years old was he when he began 1 to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Jerusha, the daughter of Zadok. 34 And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord : he did according to all that his father Uzziah had done 35 Howbeit the high places were not removed: the people sacrificed and burned incense still in the high' places. He built the higher gate of the house of the Lord. 36 Now the rest of the acts of Jotham, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? 37 In those days the Lord began to send against Judah Rezin the king of Syria, and Pekah the son of Remaliah. 38 And Jotham slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father: and Ahaz his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 Ahaz's wicked reign. 5 Ahaz, assailed by Rezin and Pekah, hireth Tiglath-pileser against them. 10 Ahaz, sending a pattern of an altar from Damascus to Uri- jah, diverteth the brasen altar to his own devotion. 17 He spoileth the temple. 19 Hezekiah succeedeth him. IN the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Ju- dah began to reign. 2 Twenty years old was Ahaz when he began to reign, and reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem, and did not that which was right in the sight of the Lord his God, like David his father. 3 But he walked in the way of the kings of Is- rael, yea, and made his son to pass through the fire, according to the abominations of the heathen, whom the Lord cast out from before the children of Israel. 4 And he sacrificed and burnt incense in the high places, and on the hills, and under every green tree. 5 Then Rezin king of Syria and Pekah son of Remaliah king of Israel came up to Jerusalem to war: and they besieged Ahaz, but could not over- come him. 6 At that time Rezin king of Syria recovered Elath to Syria, and drave the Jews from Elath: and the Syrians came to Elath, and dwelt there unto this day. 7 So Ahaz sent messengers, to Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria, saying, I am thy servant and thy son: come up, and save me out of the hand of the king of Syria, and out of the hand of the king of Israel, which rise up against me. 8 And Ahaz took the silver and gold that was found in the house of the Lord, and in the treas- ures of the king's house, and sent it for a present to the king of Assyria. 9 And the king of Assyria hearkened unto him: for the king of Assyria went up against Damas- cus, and took it, and carried the people of it cap- tive to Kir, and slew Rezin. 10 And king Ahaz went to Damascus to meet Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria, and saw an altar that was at Damascus : and king Ahaz sent to Uri- jah the priest the fashion of the altar, and the pattern of it, according to all the workmanship thereof. 11 And Urijah the priest built an altar accord- ing to all that king Ahaz had sent from Damas- cus: so Urijah the priest made it against king Ahaz came from Damascus. 12 And when the king was come from Damas- cus, the king saw the altar: and the king ap- proached to the altar, and offered thereon. 13 And he burnt his burnt offering and hi$ meat offering, and poured his drink offering, and sprinkled the blood of his peace offerings, upon the altar. 14 And he brought also the brasen altar, which was before the Lord, from the forefront of the house, from between the altar and the house of the Lord, and put it on the north side of the altar. 15 And king Ahaz commanded Urijah the 398 He spoileth the temple. II. KINGS, XVII. (17) Samaria is captivated. priest, saying, Upon the great altar burn the morning burnt offering, and the evening meat of- fering, and the king's burnt sacrifice, and his meat offering, with the burnt offering of all the people of the land, and their meat offering, and their drink offerings; and sprinkle upon it all the blood of the burnt offering, and all the blood of the sacrilicc : and the brasen altar shall be for me to enquire by. 16 Thus did Urijah the priest, according to all that king Ahaz commanded. 17 And king Ahaz cut off the borders of the bases, and removed the laver from off them; and took down the sea from off the brasen oxen that were under it, and put it upon a pavement of stones. 18 And the covert for the sabbath that they had built in the house, and the king's entry with- out, turned he from the house of the Lord for the king of Assyria. 19 Xow the rest of the acts of Ahaz which he did, are they not written in the book of the chron- icles of the kings of Judah? 20 And Ahaz slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David: and Hezekiah his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER XVH. (17) 1 Hoshea's wicked reign. 3 Being subdued by Shalman- eser, be conspireth against him with So king of Egypt. 5 Samaria for tbcir sins is captivated. 2-1 Tbe strange nations, which were transplanted in Samaria, being plagued with lions, make a mixture of religions. IX the twelfth year of Ahaz king of Judah be- gan Hoshea the son of Elah to reign in Samaria over Israel nine years. 2 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, but not as the kings of Israel that were before him. 3 Against him came up Shalmaneser king of Assyria; and Hoshea became his servant, and gave him presents. 4 And the king of Assyria found conspiracy in Hoshea: for he had sent messengers to So king of Egypt, and brought no present to the king of As- syria, as he had done year by year: therefore the king of Assyria shut him up, and bound him in prison. 5 Then the king of Assyria came up throughout all the land, and went up to Samaria, and be- sieged it three years. 6 In the ninth year of Hoshea the king of As- syria took Samaria, and carried Israel away into Assyria, and placed them in Halah and in Habor by the river of Gozan, and in the cities of the Medes. ^ 7 For so it was, that the children of Israel had sinned against the Lord their God, which had brought them up out of the land of Egypt, from under the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt, and had feared other gods, 8 And walked in the statutes of the heathen, whom the Lord cast out from before the children of Israel, and of the kings of Israel, which they had made. 9 And the children of Israel did secretly those things that were not right against the Lord their God, and they built them high places in all their cities, from the tower of the watchmen to the fenced city. 10 And they set them up images and groves in every high hill, and under every green tree: 11 And there they burnt incense in all the high places, as did the heathen whom the Lord carried away before them ; and wrought wicked things to provoke the Lord to anger: 12 For they served idols, whereof the Lord had said unto them, Ye shall not do this thing. 13 Yet the Lord testified against Israel, and against Judah, by all the prophets, and by all the seers, saying, Turn ye from your evil ways, and keep my commandments and my statutes, accord- ing to all the law which I commanded your fathers, and which I sent to you by my servants the prophets. 14 Notwithstanding they would not hear, but hardened their necks, like to the neck of their fathers, that did not believe in the Lord their God. 15 And they rejected his statutes, and his co- venant that he made with their fathers, and his testimonies which he testified against them; and they followed vanity, and became vain, and went after the heathen that were round about them, concerning whom the Lord had charged them, that they should not do like them. 16 And they left all the commandments of the Lord their God, and made them molten images, even two calves, and made a grove, and wor- shipped all the host of heaven, and served Baal. 17 And they caused their sons and their daugh- ters to pass through the fire, and used divination and enchantments, and sold themselves to do evil in the sight of the Lord, to provoke him to anger. 18 Therefore the Lord was very angry with Is- rael, and removed them out of his sight : there was none left but the tribe of Judah only. 19 Also Judah kept not the commandments of the Lord their God, but walked in the statutes of Israel which they made. 20 And the Lord rejected all the seed of Israel, and afflicted them, and delivered them into the hand of spoilers, until he had cast them out of his sight. 21 For he rent Israel from the house of David; and they made Jeroboam the son of Xebat king: and Jeroboam drave Israel from following the* Lord, and made them sin a great sin. 22 For the children of Israel walked in all the sins of Jeroboam which he did ; they departed not from them ; 23 Until the Lord removed Israel out of his sight, as he had said by all his servants the proph- ets. So was Israel carried away out of their own land to Assyria unto this day. 24 And the king of Assyria brought men from Babylon, and from Cuthah, and from Ava, and from Hamath, and from Sepharvaim, and placed them in the cities of Samaria instead of the ch.il- 17 299 The strange nations in Samaria. II. KINGS, XVIII. (18) Hezekiah' s good reign dren of Israel: and they possessed Samaria, and dwelt in the cities thereof. 25 And so it was at the beginning of their dwelling there, that they feared not the Lord: therefore the Lord sent lions among them, which slew some of them. 26 Wherefore they spake to the king of As* syria, saying, The nations which thou hast re- moved, and placed in the cities of Samaria, know not the manner of the God of the land: therefore he hath sent lions among them, and, behold, they ■slay them, because they know not the manner of the God of the land. 27 Then the king of Assyria commanded, say- ing, Carry thither one of the priests whom ye brought from thence; and let them go and dwell there, and let him teach them the manner of the God of the land. 28 Then one of the priests whom they had car- ried away from Samaria came and dwelt in Beth- el, and taught them how they should fear the Lord. 29 Howbeit every nation made gods cf their own, and put them in the houses of the high places which the Samaritans had made, every nation in their cities wherein they dwelt. 30 And the men of Babylon made Succotk- benoth, and the men of Cuth made Nergal, and the men of Hamath made Ashima, 31 And the Avites made Nibhaz and Tartak, and the Sepharvites burnt their children in fire to Adrammelech and Anammelech, the gods of Sepharvaim. 32 So they feared the Lord, and made unto themselves of the lowest of them priests of the high places, which sacrificed for them in the houses of the high places. 33 They feared the Lord, and served their own gods, after the manner of the nations whom they carried away from thence. 34 Unto this day they do after the former man- ners: they fear not the Lord, neither do they after their statutes, or after their ordinances, or after the law and commandment which the Lord com- manded the children of Jacob, whom he named Israel ; 35 With whom the Lord had made a covenant, and charged them, saying, Ye shall not fear other gods, nor bow yourselves to them, nor serve them, nor sacrifice to them: 36 But the Lord, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt with great power and a stretched out arm, him shall ye fear, and him shall ye wor- ship, and to him shall ye do sacrifice. 37 And the statutes, and the ordinances, and the law, and the commandment, which he wrote for you, ye shall observe to do for everymore; and ye shall not fear other gods. 38 And the covenant that 1 have made with you ye shall not forget; neither shall ye fear other gods. 39 But the Lord your God ye shall fear; and he shall deliver you out of the hand of all your enemies. 40 Howbeit they did not hearken, but they did after their former manner. 41 So these nations feared the Lord, and served their graven images, both their children, and their children's children: as did their fathers,, so del they unto this day. CHAPTER XVni. (18) I Hezekiah's good reign. 4 He destroyeth idolatry, and prospereth. 9 Samaria is carried captive for their sins. 13 Sennacherib invading Judah is pacified by a tri- bute. 17 Rab-shaken, sent by Sennacherib again, re- vileth Hezekiah, and by blasphemous persuasions so- liciteth the people to revolt. "jVTOW it came to pass in the third year of ■i-ll Hoshea son cf Elah king of Israel, that Hezekiah the son of Ahaz king of Judah began to reign. 2 Twenty and five years old was he when he began to reign; and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Abi, the daughter of Zachariah. 3 And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, according to all that David his father did. 4 1 He removed the high places, and brake the images, and cut down the groves, and brake in pieces the brasen serpent that Moses had made: for unto those days the children of Israel did burn incense to it: and he called it Nehushtan. 5 He trusted in the Lord God of Israel ; so that! after him was none like him among all the kings of Judah, nor any that were before him. 6 For he clave to the Lord, and departed not from following him, but kept his commandments, which the Lord commanded Moses. 7 1 And the Lord was with him; and he prosr pered whithersoever he went forth: and he re j belled against the king of Assyria, and served him not. 8 He smote the Philistines, even unto Gaza, and the borders thereof, from the. tower of the watchmen to the fenced city. 9 And it came to pass in, the fourth year' of king Hezekiah, which was the seventh year of Hoshea son of Elah king of Israel, that Shalman- eser king of Assyria came up against Samaria, and besieged it. 10 And at the end of three years they took it: even in the sixth year of Hezekiah, that is the ninth year of Hoshea king of Israel, Samaria was taken. 11 And the king of Assyria did carry away Is- rael unto Assyria, and put them in Halah and in Habor by the river of Gozan, and in the cities of the Medes: 12 Because they obeyed not the voice of the Lord their Ood, but transgressed his covenant, and all that Moses the servant of the Lord com- manded, and would not hear them, nor do them. 13 Now in the fourteenth year cf king Heze- kiah did Sennacherib king of Assyria come up against all the fenced cities of Judah, and took them. 14 And Hezekiah king of Judah sent to 1 the 800 w r~ Rab-shakeh revileth Hezekiah. II. KINGS, XIX. (19) Hezekiah sendeth to Isaiah. king of Assyria to Lackish, saying, I have offend- ed; return from me: that which thou puttest on me will I bear. And the king of Assyria ap- pointed unto Hezekiah king of Judah three hun- dred talents of silver and thirty talents of gold. 15 And Hezekiah gave him all the silver that was found in the house of the Lord, and in the treasures of the king's house. 16 At that time did Hezekiah cut off the gold from the doors of the temple of the Lord, and from the pillars which Hezekiah king of Judah had overlaid, and gave it to the king of Assyria. 17 And the king of Assyria sent Tartan and Rabsaris and Rab-shakeh from Lachish to king Hezekiah with a great host against Jerusalem. And they went up and came to Jerusalem. And when they were come up, they came and stood by the conduit of the upper pool, which is in the high- way of the fuller's field. 18 And when they had called to the king, there came out to them Eliakim the son of Hilkiah, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah the son of Asaph the recorder. 19 And Rab-shakeh said unto them, Speak ye now to Hezekiah, Thus saith the great king, the king of Assyria, What confidence is this wherein thou trust est? 20 Thou sayest, (but they are but vain words,) I have counsel and strength for the war. Now on whom dost thou trust, that thou rebellest against me? 21 Now, behold, thou trustest upon the staff of this bruised reed, even upon Egypt, on which if a man lean, it will go into his hand, and pierce it : so is Pharaoh king of Egypt unto all that trust on him. 22 But if ye say unto me, We trust in the Lord our God: is not that he, whose high places and whose altars Hezekiah hath taken away, and hath said to Judah and Jerusalem, Ye shall worship before this altar in Jerusalem? 23 Now therefore, I pray thee, give pledges to my lord the king of Assyria, and I will deliver thee two thousand horses, if thou be able on thy part to set riders upon them. 24 How then wilt thou turn away the face of one captain of the least of my master's servants, and put thy trust on Egypt for chariots and for horsemen? 25 Am I now come up without the Lord against this place to destroy it? The Lord said to me, Go up against this land, and destroy it. 26 Then said Eliakim the son of Hilkiah, and Shebna, and Joah, unto Rab-shakeh, Speak, I pray thee, to thy servants in the Syrian language; for we understand it: and talk not with us in the Jews' language in the ears of the people that are on the wall. 27 But Rab-shakeh said unto them, Hath my master sent me to thy master, and to thee, to speak these words? hath he not sent me to the men which sit on the wall, that they may eat their own dung, and drink their own piss with you? 28 Then Rab-shakeh stood and cried with a loud voice in the Jews' language, and spake, say- ing, Hear the word of the great king, the king of Assyria: 29 Thus saith the king, Let not Hezekiah de- ceive you: for he shall not be able to deliver you out of his hand: 30 Neither let Hezekiah make you trust in the Lord, saying, The Lord will surely deliver us, and this city shall not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria. 31 Hearken not to Hezekiah: for thus saith the king of Assyria, Make an agreement with me by a present, and come out to me, and then eat ye every man of his own vine, and every one of his fig tree, and drink ye every one the waters of his cistern: 32 Until I come and take you away to a land like your own land, a land of corn and wine, a land of bread and vineyards, a land of oil olive and of honey, that ye may live, and not die : and hearken not unto Hezekiah, when he persuadeth you, say- ing, The Lord will deliver us. 33 Hath any of the gods of the nations del- ivered at all his land out of the hand of the king of Assyria? 34 Where are the gods of Hamath, and of Arpad where are the gods of Sepharvaim, Hena, and Ivah? have they delivered Samaria out of mine hand? 35 Who are they among all the gods of the countries, that have delivered their country out of mine hand, that the Lord should deliver Jeru- salem out of mine hand? 36 But the people held their peace, and answered him not a word: for the king's com- mandment was, saying, Answer him not. 37 Then came Eliakim the son of Hilkiah, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah the son of Asaph the recorder, to Hezekiah with their clothes rent, and told him the words of Rab-shakeh. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 Hezekiah mourning sendeth to Isaiah to pray for them. 6 Isaiah comforteth them. 8 Sennacherib, going to on- counter Tirhakah, sendeth a blasphemous letter to Hezekiah. 14 Hezekiah's prayer. 20 Isaiah's proph- ecy of the pride and destruction of Sennacherib, and tbe good of Zion. 35 An angel slayeth the Assyrians. 36 Sennacherib is slain at Nineveh by his own sons. AND it came to pass, when king Hezekiah heard it, that he rent his clothes, and cov- ered himself with sackcloth, and went into the house of the Lord. 2 And he sent Eliakim, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. 3 And they said unto him, Thus saith Hezekiah, This day is a day of trouble, and of rebuke, and blasphemy: for the children are come to the birth, and there is not strength to bring forth. 4 It may be the Lord thy God will hear all the words of Rab-shakeh, whom the king of Assyria his master hath sent to reproach the living God; 3P1 Hezekiah' s prayer. II. KINGS, XIX. (19) Isaiah's prophecy- and will reprove tlie words which, the Lord thy; God hath heard: wherefore lift up thy prayer for the remnant that are left. 5 So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah. .6 And Isaiah said unto them, Thus shall ye say to your master, Thus saith the Lord, Be not afraid of the words which thou hast heard, with which the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed me. 7 Behold, I will send a blast upon him, and he shall hear a rumour, and shall return to' his own land; and I will cause him to fall by the sword in his own land. 8 So Rab-shakeh returned, and found the king of Assyria warring against Libnah: for he had heard that he was departed from Lachish. 9 And when he heard say of Tirhakah king of Ethiopia, Behold, he is come out to fight against thee: he sent messengers again unto Hezekiah, saying, 10 Thus shall ye speak to Hezekiah king of Ju- dah, saying, Let not thy God in whom thou trust- est deceive thee, saying, Jerusalem shall not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria. 11 Behold, thou hast heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all lands, by destroying them utterly: and shalt thou be delivered? 12 Have the gods of the nations delivered them which my fathers have destroyed ; as Gozan, and Haran, and Rezeph, and the children of Eden which were in Thelasar? 13 Where is the king of Hamath, and the king of Arpad, and the king of the city of Sepharvaim, of Hena, and Ivan? 14 And Hezekiah received the letter of the hand of the messengers, and read it: and Heze- kiah went up into the house of the Lord, and spread it before the Lord. 15 And Hezekiah prayed before the Lord, and said, O Lord God of Israel, which dwellest be-: tween the cherubims, thou art the God, even thou alone, of all the kingdoms of the earth ; thou hast made heaven and earth. 16 Lord, bow down thine ear, and hear: open,. Lord, thine eyes, and see: and hear the words of Sennacherib, which hath sent him to reproach the living God. 17 Of a truth, Lord, the kings of Assyria have destroyed the nations and their lands, 18 And have cast their gods into the fire: for they were no gods, but the work of men's hands, wood and stone: therefore they have destroyed them. 19 Now therefore, O Lord our God, I beseech thee, save thou us out of his hand, that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that thou art the Lord God, even thou only. 20 Then Isaiah the son of Amoz sent to Heze- kiah, saying, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, That which thou hast prayed to me agaiDSt Sen^ nacherib king of Assyria I have heard. 21 This is the word that the Lord hath spoken concerning him; The virgin the daughter of Zion hath despised thee, and laughed thee to scorn \ the daughter of Jerusalem hath shaken her head at thee. 22 Whom hast thou reproached and blas- phemed and against whom hast thou exalted thy voice, and lifted up thine eyes on high? even against the Holy One of Israel. 23 By thy messengers thou hast repraoched the Lord, and hast said, With the multitude of my chariots I am come up to the height of the moun- tains, to the sides of Lebanon, and will cut down the tall cedar trees thereof, and the choice fir trees thereof: and I will enter into the lodgings of his borders, and into the forest of his Carmel. 24 I have digged and drunk strange waters, and with the sole of my feet have I dried up all the rivers of besieged places. 25 Hast thou not heard long ago how I have done it, and of ancient times that I have formed it? now have I brought it to pass, that thou shouldest be to lay waste fenced cities into ruin- ous heaps. 26 Therefore their inhabitants were of small! power, they were dismayed and confounded; they were as the grass of the field, and as the green herb, as the grass on the house tops, and as corn blasted before it be grown up. 27 But I know thy abode, and thy going out, and thy coming in, and thy rage against me. 28 Because thy rage against me and thy tumult is come up into mine ears, therefore I will put my hook in thy nose, and my bridle in thy lips, and I will turn thee back by the way by which thou earnest. 29 And this shall be a sign unto thee, Ye shall eat this year such things as grow of themselves, and in the second year that which springeth of the same; and in the third year sow ye, and reap, and plant vineyards, and eat the fruits thereof. 30 And the remnant that is escaped of the house of Judah shall yet again take root down- ward, and bear fruit upward. 31 For out of Jerusalem shall go forth a rem- nant, and they that escape out of mount Zion: the zeal of the Lord of hosts shall do this. 32 Therefore thus saith the Lord concerning the king of Assyria, He shall not come into this city, nor shoot an arrow there, nor come before it with shield, nor cast a bank against it. 33 By the way that he came, by the same shall he return, and shall not come into this city, saith the Lord. 34 For I will defend this city, to save it, for mine own sake, and for my servant David's sake. 35 And it came to pass that night, that the angel of the Lord went out, and smote in the camp of the Assyrians an hundred fourscore and five thousand : and when they arose early in the morn- ing, behold, they were all dead corpses. 36 So Sennacherib king of Assyria departed, and went and returned, and dwelt at Nineveh. 37 And it came to pass, as he was worshipping in the house of Nisroch his god, that Adram- melech and Sharezer his sons smote him with the 302 TI7 Isaiah foretelleth the II. KINGS, XX. (20) Babylonian captivity. sword: and they escaped into the land of Arme nia. And Esarhaddon his son reigned in his stead CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 Hezekiah, having reeeived a message of deai:h, by prayer hath his life lengthened. 8 The sun goeth ten degrees backward for a sign of that promise. 12 Be- rodach-baladan sending to visit Hezekiah, because of the wonder, hath notice of his treasures. 14 Isaiah understanding thereof foretelleth the Babylonian cap- tivity. 20 Manasseh succeedeth Hezekiah. IN those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amos came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the Lord, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live. 2 Then he turned his face to the wall, and prayed unto the Lord, saying, 3 I beseech thee, O Lord, remember now how I have walked before thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done that which is good in thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore. 4 And it came to pass, afore Isaiah was gone out into the middle court, that the word of the Lord came to him, saying, 5 Turn again, and tell Hezekiah the captain of my people,Thus saith the Lord,the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee: on the third day thou shalt go up unto the house of the Lord. 6 And I will add unto thy days fifteen years; and I will deliver thee and this city out of the hand of the king of Assyria; and I will defend tills city for mine own sake, and for my servant David's sake. 7 And Isaiah said, Take a lump of figs. And they took and laid it on the boil, and he recov- ered. 8 And Hezekiah said unto Isaiah, What shall be the sign that the Lord will heal me, and that I shall go up into the house of the Lord the third day? 9 And Isaiah said, This sign shalt thou have of the Lord, that the Lord will do the thing that he hath spoken: shall the shadow go forward ten degrees, or go back ten degrees? 10 And Hezekiah answered, It is a light thing for the shadow to go down ten degrees : nay, but let the shadow return backward ten degrees. 11 And Isaiah the prophet cried unto the Lord: and he brought the shadow ten degrees backward, by which it had gone down in the dial of Ahaz. 12 At that time Berodach-baladan, the son of Baladan, king of Babylon, sent letters and a present unto Hezekiah: for he had heard that Hezekiah had been sick. 13 And Hezekiah hearkened unto them, and shewed them all the house of his precious things, the silver, and the gold, and the spices, and the precious ointment, and all the house of his armour, and all that was found in his treas- ures: there was nothing in his house, nor in all his dominion, that Hezekiah shewed them not. 14 Then came Isaiah the prophet unto king Hezekiah, and said unto him, What said these men? and from whence came they unto thee? And Hezekiah said, They are come from a far country, even from Babylon. 15 And he said, What have they seen in thine house? And Hezekiah answered, All the things that are in mine house have they seen: there is nothing among my treasures that I have not shewed them. 16 And Isaiah said unto Hezekiah, Hear the word of the Lord. 17 Behold, the days come, that all that is in thine house, and that which thy fathers have laid up in store unto this day, shall be carried into Babylon: nothing shall be left, saith the Lord. 18 And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, which thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. 19 Then said Hezekiah unto Isaiah, Good is the word of the Lord which thou hast spoken. And he said, Is it not good, if peace and truth be in my days? 20 And the rest of the acts of Hezekiah, and all his might, and how he made a pool, and a conduit, and brought water into the city, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? 21 And Hezekiah slept with his fathers: and Manasseh his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER XXL (21) 1 Manasseh's reign. 3 His great idolatry. 10 His wick- edness causeth prophecies against Judah. 17 Amon succeedeth him. 19 Amon's wicked reign. 23 He be- ing slain by his servants, and those murderers slain by the people, Josiah is made king. MANASSEH was twelve years old when he began to reign, and reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Hephzi-bah. 2 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, after the abominations of the heathen, whom the Lord cast out before the chil- dren of Israel. 3 For he built up again the high places which Hezekiah his father had destroyed; and he reared up altars for Baal, and made a grove, as did Ahab king of Israel; and worshipped all the host of heaven, and served them. 4 And he built altars in the house of the Lord, of which the Lord said, In Jerusalem will I put my name. *5 And he built altars for all the host of heaven in the two courts of the house of the Lord. 6 And he made his son pass through the fire, and observed times, and used enchantments, and dealt with familiar spirits and wizards: he wrought much wickedness in the sight of the Lord, to provoke him to anger. 7 And he set a graven image of the grove that he had made in the house, of which the Lord said to David, and to Solomon his son, In this house, and in Jerusalem, which I have chosen out of all tribes of Israel, will I put my name for ever: 303 Amon's wicked reign. II. KINGS, XXII. (22) Josiah's goad reign. 8 Neither will I make the feet of Israel move any more out of the land which I gave their fathers; only if they will observe to do according to all that I have commanded them, and accords ing to all the law. that my servant Moses com- manded them. 9 But they hearkened not: and Manasseh se- duced them to do more evil than did the nations whom the Lord destroyed before the children of Israel. 10 And the Lord spake by his servants the prophets, saying, 11 Because Manasseh king of Judah hath done these abominations, and hath done wickedly above all that the Amorites did, which were before him, and hath made Judah also to sin with his idols: 12 Therefore thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Behold, I am bringing such evil upon Jerusalem and Judah, that whosoever heareth of it, both his ears shall tingle. 13 And I will stretch over Jerusalem the line of Samaria, and the plummet of the house of Ahab : and I will wipe Jerusalem as a man wipeth a dish, wiping it, and turning it upside down. 14 And I will forsake the remnant of mine in- heritance, and deliver them into the hand of their enemies ; and they shall become a prey and a spoil to all their enemies; 15 Because they have done that which was evil in my sight, and have provoked me to anger, since the day their fathers came forth out of Egypt, even unto this day. 16 Moreover Manasseh shed innocent blood very much, till he had filled Jerusalem from one end to another; beside his sin wherewith he made Judah to sin, in doing that which was evil in the sight of the Lord. 17 Now the rest of the acts of Manasseh, and all that he did, and his sin that he sinned, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? 18 And Manasseh slept with Ms fathers, and was buried in the garden of his own house, in the garden of Uzza: and Amon his son reigned in his stead. 19 Amon was twenty and two years old when he began to reign, and he reigned two years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Me- shullemeth, the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah, 20 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, as his father Manasseh did. 21 And he walked in all the way that his father walked in, and served the idols that his father served, and worshipped them: 22 And he forsook the Lord God of his fathers, and walked not in the way of the Lord. 23 And the servants of Amon conspired against him, and slew the king in his own house. 24 And the people of the land slew all them that had conspired against king Amon; and the people of the land made Josiah his son king in his stead. 25 Now the rest of the acts of Amon which he did, are they not written in the book of the chron- icles of the kings of Judah? 26 And he was buried in his sepulchre in the garden of Uzza : and Josiah his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER XXIL (22) 1 Josiah's good reign. 3 He taketh care for the repair of the temple. 8 Hilkiah having found a book of the law, Josiah sendeth to Huldah to enquire of the Lord. 15 Huldah prophesieth the destruction of Jerusalem, but respite thereof in Josiah's time. JOSLAH was eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned thirty and one years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Je- didah, the daughter of Adaiah of Boscath. 2 And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, and walked in all the way of David his father, and turned not aside to the right hand or to the left. 3 And it came to pass in the eighteenth year of king Josiah, that the king sent Shaphan the son of Azaliah, the son of Meshullam, the scribe, to the house of the Lord, saying, 4 Go up to Hilkiah the high priest, that he may sum the silver which is brought into the house of the Lord, which the keepers of the door have gathered of the people : 5 And let them deliver it into the hand of the doers of the work, that have the oversight of the house of the Lord: and let them give it to the doers of the work which is in the house of the Lord, to repair the breaches of the house, 6 Unto carpenters, and builders, and masons, and to buy timber and hewn stone to repair the ho\ise. 7 Howbeit there was no reckoning made with them of the money that was delivered into their hand because they dealt faithfully. 8 And Hilkiah the high priest said unto Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of the Lord. And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan, and he read it. 9 And Shaphan the scribe came to the king, and brought the king word again, and said, Thy servants have gathered the money that was found in the house, and have delivered it into the hand of them that do the work, that have the oversight of the house of the Lord. 10 And Shaphan the scribe shewed the king, saying, Hilkiah the priest hath delivered me a book. And Shaphan read it before the king. 11 And it came to pass, when the king had heard the words of the book of the law, that he rent his clothes. 12 And the king commanded Hilkiah the priest, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Ach- bor the son of Michaiah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asahiah a servant of the king's, saying, 13 Go ye, enquire of the Lord for me, and for the people, aud for all Judah, concerning the words of this book that is found: for great is the wrath of the Lord that is kindled against us, be- cause our fathers have not hearkened unto the 304 - '■Jit '"■ 1 . 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(23) Josiah reneweth God's couenant. words of this book, to do according unto all that which is written concerning us* 14 So Hilkiah the priest, and Ahikam, and Ach- bor, and Shaphan, and Asahiah, went unto Hul- dah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum the son of Tikvah, the son of Harhas, keeper of the ward- robe; (now she dwelt in Jerusalem in the college;) and they communed with her. 15 And she said unto them, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Tell the man that sent you to me. 16 Thus saith the Lord, Behold, I will bring evil upon this place, and upon the inhabitants thereof, even all the words of the book which the king of Judah hath read: 17 Because they have forsaken me, and have burned incense unto other gods, that they might provoke me to anger with all the works of their hands; therefore my wrath shall be kindled against this place, and shall not be quenched. 18 But to the king of Judah which sent you to enquire of the Lord, thus shall ye say to him, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, As touching the words which thou hast heard; 19 Because thine heart was tender, and thou hast humbled thyself before the Lord, when thou heardest what I spake against this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, that they should become a desolation and a curse, and hast rent thy clothes, and wept before me; I also have heard thee, saith the Lord. 20 Behold therefore, I will gather thee unto thy fathers, and thou shalt be gathered into thy grave in peace; and thine eyes shall not see all the evil which I will bring upon this place. And they brought the king word again. CHAPTER XXIII. (23) 1 Josiah causeth the book to be read in a solemn as- sembly. 3 He reneweth the covenant of the Lord. 4 He destroyeth idolatry. 15 He burnt dead men's bones upon the altar of Beth-el, as was foreprophesied. 21 He kept a most solemn passover. 24 He put away witches and all abomination. 26 God's final wrath against Judah. 29 Josiah, provoking Pharaoh-nechoh, is slain at Megiddo. 31 Jehoahaz, succeeding him, is imprisoned by Pharaoh-nechoh, who made Jehoiauini king. 36 Jehoiakim's wicked reign. AND the king sent, and they gathered unto him all the elders of Judah and of Jeru- salem. 2 And the king went up into the house of the Lord, and all the men of Judah and all the in- habitants of Jerusalem with him, and the priests, and the prophets, and all the people, both small and great: and he read in their ears all the words of the book of the covenant which was found in the house of the Lord. 3 And the king stood by a pillar, and made a covenant before the Lord, to walk after the Lord, and to keep his commandments and his testi- monies and his statutes with all their heart and all their soul, to perform the words of this coven- ant that were written in this book. And all the people stood to the covenant. 4 And the king commanded Hilkiah the high priest, and the priests of the second order, and the keepers of the door, to bring forth out of the tem- ple of the Lord all the vessels that were made for Baal, and for the grove, and for all the host of heaven : and he burned them without Jerusalem in the fields of Kidron, and carried the ashes of them unto Beth-el. 5 And he put down the idolatrous priests, whom the kings of Judah had ordained to burn in- cense in the high places in the cities of Judah, and in the places round about Jerusalem; them also that burned incense unto Baal, to the sun, and to the moon, and to the planets, and to all the host of heaven. 6 And he brought out the grove from the house of the Lord, without Jerusalem, unto the brook Kidron, and burned it at the brook Kidron, and stamped it small to powder, and cast the powder thereof upon the graves of the children of the people. 7 And he brake down the houses of the sodom- ites, that were by the house of the Lord, where the women wove hangings for the grove. 8 And he brought all the priests out of the cities of Judah, and defiled the high places where the priests had burned incense, from Geba to Beer-sheba, and brake down the high places of the gates that were in the entering in of the gate of Joshua the governor of the city, which were on a man's left hand at the gate of the city. 9 Nevertheless the priests of the high places came not up to the altar of the Lord in Jerusalem, but they did eat of the unleavened bread among their brethren. 10 And he defiled Topheth, which is in the val- ley of the children of Hinnom, that no man might make his son or his daughter to pass through the fire to Molech. 11 And he took away the horses that the kings of Judah had given to the sun, at the entering in of the house of the Lord, by the chamber of Nathan-melech the chamberlain, which was in the suburbs, and burned the chariots of the sun with fire. 12 And the altars that were on the top of the upper chamber of Ahaz, which the kings of Judah had made, and the altars which Manasseh had made in the two courts of the house of the Lord, did the king beat down, and brake them down from thence, and cast the dust of them into the brook Kidron. 13 And the high places that were before Jerusalem, which were on the right hand of the mount of corruption, which Solomon the king of Israel had builded for Ashtoreth the abomina- tion of the Zidionians, and for Chemosh the abomination of the Moabites, and for Milcom the abomination of the children of Ammon, did the king defile. 1 4 And he brake in pieces the images, and cut down the groves, and filled their places with the bones of men. 15 Moreover the altar that was at Betli-el, and the high place which Jeroboam the son of Nebat 17a 305 Josiah destroyeth idolatry. 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(24) He is slain at Megiddo. who made Israel to sin, had made, both that altar and the high place he brake down, and burned the high place, and stamped it small to powder, and burned the grove. 16 And as Josiah turned himself, he spied the sepulchres that were there in the mount, and sent, and took the bones out of the sepulchres, and burned them upon the altar, and polluted it, ac- cording to the word of the Lord which the man of God proclaimed, who proclaimed these words. 17 Then he said, What title is that that I see And the men of the city told him, It is the sepul- chre of the man of God, which came from Judah, and proclaimed these things that thou hast done against the altar of Beth-el. 18 And he said, Let him alone; let no> mani move his bones* So they let his bones alone, with the bones of the prophet that came out of Samaria. 19 And all the houses also of the high places that were in the cities of Samaria, which the kings of Israel had made to provoke the Lord to anger, Josiah took away, and did to them ac- cording to all the acts that he had done in Beth-el. 20 And he slew all the priests of the high places that were there upon the altars, and burned men's bones upon them, and returned to Jerusalem. 21 And the king commanded all the people, saying, Keep the passover unto the Lord your God, as it is written in the book of this covenant. 22 Surely there was not holden such a pass- over from the days of the judges that judged Is- rael, nor in all the days of the kings of Israel, nor of the kings of Judah; 23 But in the eighteenth year of king Josiah, wherein this passover was holden to the Lord in Jerusalem. 24 Moreover the workers with familiar spirits, and the wizards, and the images, and the idols, and all the abominations that were spied in the land of Judah and in Jerusalem, did Josiah put away, that he might perform the words of the law which were written in the book that Hilkiah the priest found in the house of the Lord. 25 And like unto him was there no king before him, that turned to the Lord with all his heart, and with all his soul, and with all his might, ac- cording to all the law of Moses; neither after him arose there any like him. 26 Notwithstanding the Lord turned not from the fierceness of his great wrath, wherewith his anger was kindled against Judah, because of all the provocations that Manasseh had provoked him withal. 27 And the Lord said, I will remove Judah also out of my sight, as I have removed Israel, and will cast off this city Jerusalem which I have chosen, and the house of which I said, My name shall be there. 28 Now the rest of the acts of Josiah, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? 20 In his days Pharaoh-nechoh king of Egypt went up against the king of Assyria to the river Euphrates: and king Josiah went against him; and he slew him at Megiddo, when he had seen him. 30 And his servants carried him in a chariot dead from Megiddo, and brought him to Jeru- salem, and buried him in his own sepulchre. And the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and anointed him, and made him king in his father's stead. 31 Jehoahaz was twenty and three years old when he began to reign; and he reigned three months in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Hamutal, the daughter of Jeremiah of Libnah. 32 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, according to all that his fathers had done. 33 And Pharaoh-nechoh put him in bands at Riblah in the land of Hamath, that he might not reign in Jerusalem; and put the land to a tribute of an hundred talents of silver, and a talent of gold. 34 And Pharaoh-nechoh made Eliakim the son of Josiah king in the room of Josiah his father, and turned his name to Jehoiakim, and took Je- hoahaz away: and he came to Egypt, and died there. 35 And Jehoiakim gave the silver and the gold to Pharaoh; but he taxed the land to give the money according to the commandment of Pha- raoh: he exacted the silver and the gold of the people of the land, of every one according to his taxation, to give it unto Pharaoh-nechoh. 36 Jehoiakim was twenty and five years old when he began to reign; and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Zebudah, the daughter of Pedaiah of Rumah. 37 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, according to all that his fathers had done. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) 1 Jehoiakim, first subdued by Nebuchadnezzar, then re- belling against him, procureth his own ruin. 5 Je- hoiachin succeedeth him. 7 The king of Egypt is vanquished by the king of Babylon. 8 Jehoiacbin's evil reign. 10 Jerusalem is taken and carried captive into Babylon. 17 Zedekiah is made king, and reign- eth ill unto the utter destruction of Judah. IN his days Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon 1 came up, and Jehoiakim became his servant three years: then he turned and rebelled against him. 2 And the Lord sent against him bands of the Chaldees, and bands of the Syrians, and bands of the Moabites, and bands of the children of Am- nion, and sent them against Judah to destroy it, according to the word of the Lord, which he spake by his servants the prophets. 3 Surely at the commandment of the Lord came this upon Judah, to remove them out of his sight, for the sins of Manasseh, according to all that he did; 4 And also for the innocent blood that he shed: 306 ■O-K Jerusalem taken, and II. KINGS, XXV. (25) carried captive into Babylon. for he filled Jerusalem with innocent blood; which the Lord would not pardon. 5 Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? 6 So Jehoiakim slept with his fathers 1 : and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. 7 And the king of Egypt came not again any more out of his land : for the king of Babylon had taken from the river of Egypt unto the river Eu- phrates all that pertained to the king of Egypt. 8 Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months. And his mother's name was Nehushta, the daughter of Elnathan of Jerusalem. 9 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, according to all that his father had done. 10 At that time the 1 servants of Nebuchadnez- zar king of Babylon came up against Jerusalem, and the city was besieged. 11 And Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came against the city, and his servants did besiege it. 12 And Jehoiachin the king of Judah went out to the king of Babylon, he, and his mother, and his servants, and his princes, and his officers: and the king of Babylon took him in the eighth year of his reign. 13 And he carried out thence all the treasures of the house of the Lord, and the treasures of the king's house, and cut in pieces all the vessels of gold which Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the Lord, as the Lord had said. 14 And he carried away all Jerusalem, and all the princes, and all the mighty men of valour, even ten thousand captives, and all the craftsmen and smiths : none remained, save the poorest sort of the people of the land. 15 And he carried away Jehoiachin to Baby- lon, and the king's mother, and the king's wives, and his officers, and the mighty of the land, those carried he into captivity from Jerusalem to Babylon. 16 And all the men of might, even seven thous- and, and craftsmen and smiths a thousand, all that were strong and apt for war, even them the king of Babylon brought captive to Babylon. 17 And the king of Babylon made Mattaniah his father's brother king in his stead, and changed his name to Zedekiah. 18 Zedekiah was twenty and one years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Hamutal, the daughter of Jeremiah of Libnah. 19 And he did that which was evil in the sight of -the Lord, according to all that Jehoiakim had done. 20 For through the anger of the Lord it camej to pass in Jerusalem and Judah, until he had cast them out from his presence, that Zedekiah rebelled against the king of Babylon. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 Jerusalem is besieged. 4 Zedekiah taken, his sons slain, his eyes put out. 8 Nebuzar-adan defaceth the city, carrieth the remnant, except a few poor labour- ers, into captivity, 13 spoileth and carrieth away the treasures. 18 The nobles are slain at Riblah. 22 Gedaliah, who was set over them that remained, being slain, the rest flee into Egypt. 27 Evil-merodach ad- vanceth Jehoiachin in his court. AND it came to pass in the ninth year of his reign, in the tenth month, in the tenth day of the month, that Nebuchadnezzar king of Baby- lon came, he, and all his host, against Jerusalem, and pitched against it; and they built forts against it round about. 2 And the city was besieged unto the eleventh year of king Zedekiah. 3 And on the ninth day of the fourth month the famine prevailed in the city, and there was no bread for the people of the land. 4 And the city was broken up, and all the men of war fled by night by the way of the gate be- tween two walls, which is by the king's garden: (now the Chaldees were against the city round about:) and the king went the way toward the plain. 5 And the army of the Chaldees pursued after the king, and overtook him in the plains of Jeri- cho: and all his army were scattered from him. 6 So they took the king, and brought him up to the king of Babylon to Biblah; and they gave judgment upon him 7 And they slew the sons of Zedekiah before his eyes, and put out the eyes of Zedekiah, and' bound him with fetters of brass, and carried him to Babylon. 8 And in the fifth month, on the seventh day of the month, which is the nineteenth year of king Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, came Nebuzar- adan, captain of the guard, a servant of the king of Babylon, unto Jerusalem: 9 And he burnt the house of the Lord, and the king's house, and all the houses of Jerusalem, and every great man's house burnt he with fire. 10 And all the army of the Chaldees, that were with the captain of the guard, brake down the walls of Jerusalem round about. 11 Now the rest of the people that were left in the city, and the fugitives that fell away to the king of Babylon, with the remnant of the multi- tude, did Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard carry away. 12 But the captain of the guard left of the poor of the land to be vinedressers and husbandmen. 13 And the pillars of brass that were in the house of the Lord, and the bases, and the brasen sea that was in the house of the Lord, did the Chaldees break in pieces, and carried the brass of them to Babylon. 14 And the pots, and the shovels, and the snuf- fers, and the spoons, and all the vessels of brass wherewith they ministered, took they away. 15 And the firepans, and the bowls, and such 337 Jerusalem defaced, I. 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(1) and the nobles slain. things as were of gold, in gold, and of silver, in silver, the captain of the guard took away. 16 The two pillars, one sea, and the bases which Solomon had made for the house of the Lord; the brass of all these vessels was without weight 17 The height of the one pillar was eighteen cu- bits, and the chapiter upon it was brass: and the height of the chapiter three cubits; and the wreathen work, and pomegranates upon the chap- iter round about, all of brass: and like unto these had the second pillar with wreathen work. 18 And the captain of the guard took Seraiah the chief priest, and Zephaniah the second priest, and the three keepers of the door: 19 And out of the city he took an officer that was set over the men of war, and five men of them that were in the king's presence, which were found in the city, and the principal scribe of the host, which mustered the people of the land,' and threescore men of the people of the land that were found in the city: 20 And Nebuzar-adan captain of the guard took these, and brought them to the king of Babylon to Eiblah: 21 And the king of Babylon smote them, and slew them at Eiblah in the land of Hamath. So Judah was carried away out of their land. 22 And as for the people that remained in the land of Judah, whom Nebuchadnezzar king o£ Babylon had left, even over them he made G-eda- liah the son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, ruler. 23 And when all the captains of the armies, they and their men, heard that the king of Baby- lon had made Gedaliah governor, there came to Gedaliah to Mizpah, even Ishmael the son of Nethaniah, and Johanan the son of Oareah, and Seraiah the son of Tanhumeth the Netophathite, and Jaazaniah the son of a Maachathite, they and their men. 24 And Gedaliah! sware to them, and to their men, and said unto them, Fear not to be the ser- vants of the Chaldees: dwell in the land, and serve the king of Babylon ; and it shall be well with you. 25 But it came to pass in the seventh month, that Ishmael the son of Nethaniah, the son of Elishama, of the seed royal, came, and ten men with him, and smote Gedaliah, that he died, and the Jews and the Chaldees that were with him at Mizpah. 26 And all the people, both small and great, and the captains of the armies, arose, and came to Egypt: for they were afraid of the Chaldees. 27 And it came to pass in the seven and thirtieth year of the captivity of Jehoiachin king of Judah, in the twelfth month, on the seven and twentieth day of the month, that Evil-merodach! king of Babylon in the year that he began to reign did lift up the head of Jehoiachin* king of Judah out of prison; 28 And he spake kindly to him, and set his throne above the throne of the kings that were with him in Babylon ; 29 And changed his prison garments: and he did eat bread continually before him all the days of his life. 30 And his allowance was a continual allow- ance given him of the king, a daily rate for every dav, all the davs of his life. THE FIRST BOOK OF THE CHRONICLES. CHAPTEE I. (1) 1 Adam's line to Noah. 5 The sons of Japheth. 8 Th<> sons of Ham. 17 The sons of Shem. 24 Shem's line to Abraham. 29 Ishmael's sons. 32 The sons of Ketnrah. 34 The posterity of Abraham by Esau. 43 The kings of Edom. 51 The dukes of Edom. ADAM, Sheth, Enosh, 2 Kenan, Mahalaleel, Jered 2 3 Henoch, Methuselah, Lamech, 4 Noah, Shem, Ham, and Japheth. 5 The sons of Japheth ; Gomer, and Magog, and Madar, and Javan, and Tubal, and Meshech, and Tiras. 6 And the sons of Gomer; Ashchenaz, and Eiphath, and Togarmah. 7 And the sons of Javan; Elishah, and Tar- shish, Kittim, and Dodanim. 8 The sons of Ham; Cush, and Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. 9 And the sons of Cush; Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta, and Eaamah, and Sabtecha. And the sons of Eaamah ; Sheba, and Dedan. 10 And Cush begat Nimrod: he began to be mighty upon the earth. 11 And Mizraim begat Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim, 12 And Pathrasim, and Casluhim, (of whom came the Philistines,) and Caphthorim. 13 And Caanan begat Zidon his firstborn, and Heth, 14 The Jebusite also, and the Amorite, and the Girgashite, 15 And the Hivite, and the Arkite, and the Sinite, 308 The aons of Shem. I. CHRONICLES, II. (2) The sons of Israel. 16 And the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite. 17 The sons of Shem; Elam, and Asshur, and Arphaxad, and Lud, and Aram, and Uz, and Hul, and Gether, and Meshech. 18 And Arphaxad begat Shelah, and Shelah, begat Eber. 19 And unto Eber were born two sons: the name of the one was Peleg: because in his days the earth was divided: and his brother's name was Joktan. 20 And Joktan begat Almodad, and Sheleph, and Hazarmaveth, and Jerah, 21 Hadoram also, and Uzal, and Diklah, 22 And Ebal, and Abimael, and Sheba, 23 And Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab. All these were the sons of Joktan. 21 Shem, Arphaxad, Shelah, 25 Eber, Peleg, Keu, 26 Serug, Nahor, Terah, 27 Abram ; the same is Abraham. 28 The sons of Abraham; Isaac, and Ishmael. 29 These are their generations : The firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth; then Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam, 30 Mishma, and Dumah, Massa, Hadad, and Tema, 31 Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael. 32 Now the sons of Keturah, Abraham's concu- bine: she bare Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah. And the sons of Jokshan ; Sheba, and Dedan. 33 And the sons of Midian ; Ephah, and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons of Keturah. 34 And Abraham begat Isaac. The sons of Isaac; Esau and Israel. 35 The sons of Esau ; Eliphaz, Reuel, and Jeush, and Jaalam, and Korah. 36 The sons of Eliphaz; Teman, and Omar, Zephi, and Gatam, Kenaz, and Timna, and Amalek. 37 The sons of Reuel; Nahath, Zerah, Sham- mah, and Mizzah. 38 And the sons of Seir; Lotan, and Shobal, and Zibeon, and Anah, and Dishon, and Ezar, and Dishan. 39 And the sons of Lotan; Hori, and Homam: and Timna was Lotan's sister. 40 The sons of Shobal; Alian, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shephi, and Onam. And the sons of Zibeon; Aiah, and Anah. 41 The sons of Anah ; Dishon. And the sons of Dishon; Amram, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran. 42 The sons of Ezer; Bilhan, and Zavan, and Jakan. The sons of Dishan; Uz, and Aran. 43 Now these are the kings that reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the children of Israel; Bela the son of Beor: and the name of his city was Dinhabah. 44 And when Bela was dead, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead. 45 And when Jobab was dead, Husham of the land of the Temanites reigned in his stead. 46 And when Husham was dead, Hadad the son of Bedad, which smote Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his stead: and the name of his city was Avith. 47 And when Hadad was dead, Samlah of Mas- rekah reigned in his stead. 48 And when Samlah was dead, Shaul of Reho- both by the river reigned in his stead. 49 And when Shaul was dead, Baal-hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead. 50 And when Baal-hanan was dead, Hadad reigned in his stead : and the name of his city was Pai; and his wife's name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred, the daughter of Mezahab. 51 Hadad died also. And the dukes of Edom were; duke Tinman, duke Aliah, duke Jetheth, 52 Duke Aholibamah, duke Elan, duke Pinon, 53 Duke Kenaz, duke Teman, duke Mibzar, 54 Duke Magdiel, duke Iram. These are the dukes of Edom. CHAPTER IL (2) 1 The sons of Israel. 3 The posterity of Judah by Ta- mar. 13 The children of Jesse. 18 The posterity of Caleb the son of Hezron. 21 Hezron's posterity by the daughter of Machir. 25 Jerahmeel's posterity. 84 Sheshan's posterity. 42 Another branch of Caleb's posterity. 50 The posterity of Caleb the son of Hur. THESE are the sons of Israel; Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah, Issachar, and Ze- bulun, 2 Dan, Joseph, and Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher. ' 3 The sons of Judah; Er, and Onan, and She- lah : which three were born unto him of the daugh- ter of Shua the Canaanitess. And Er, the first- born of Judah, was evil in the sight of the Lord ; and he slew him. 4 And Tamar his daughter in law bare him Pharez and Zerah. All the sons of Judah were five. 5 The sons of Pharez; Hezron, and Hamul. 6 And the sons of Zerah ; Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: five of them in all. 7 And the sons of Carmi; Achar, the troubler of Israel, who transgressed in the thing accursed. 8 And the sons of Ethan ; Azariah. 9 The sons also of Hezron, that were born unto him; Jerahmeel, and Ram, and Chelubai. 10 And Ram begat Amminadab ; and Ammina- dab begat Nahshon, prince of the children of Judah; 11 And Nahshon begat Salma, and Salma begat Boaz, 12 And Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse, 13 And Jesse begat his firstborn Eliab, and Abinadab the second, and Shimma the third, 14 Nethaneel the fourth, Raddai the fifth, 15 Ozem the sixth, David the seventh: 16 Whose sisters were Zeruiah, and Abigail, And the sons of Zeruiah; Abishai, and Joab, and Asahel, three. I 309 The posterity of Caleb. I. CHRONICLES, III. (3) The sons of David. 17 And Abigail bare Amasa: and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmeelite. 18 And Caleb the son of Hezron begat chil- dren of Azubah his wife, and of Jerioth: her sons are these; Jesher, and Shobab, and Ardon. 19 And when Azubah was dead, Caleb took unto him Ephrath, which bare him Hur. 20 And Hur begat Uri, and Uri begat Bezaleel. 21 And afterward Hezron went in to the daughter of Machir the father of Gilead, whom he married when he was threescore years old; and she bare him Segub. 22 And Segub begat Jair, who had three and twenty cities in the land of Gilead. 23 And he took Geshur, and Aram, with the towns of Jair, from them, with Kenath, and the towns thereof, even threescore cities. All these belonged to the sons of Machir the father of Gilead. 24 And after that Hezron was dead in Caleb- ephratah, then Abiah Hezron's wife bare him Ashur the father of Tekoa. 25 And the sons of Jerahmeel the firstborn of Hezron were, Earn the firstborn, and Bunah, and Oren, and Ozem, and Ahijah. 26 Jerahmeel had also another wife, whose name was Atarah; she was the mother of Onam. 27 And the sons of Ram the firstborn of Je- rahmeel were, Maaz, and Jamin, and Eker. , 28 And the sons of Onam were, Shammai, and Jada. And the sons of Shammai; Nadab and Abishur. 29 And the name of the wife of Abishur was Abihail, and she bare him Ahban, and Molid. 30 And the sons of Nadab; Seled, and Ap- paim: but Seled died without children. 31 And the sons of Appaim; Ishi. And the sons of Ishi; Sheshan. And the children of She- shan; Ahlai. 32 And the sons of Jada the brother of Sham- mai; Jether, and Jonathan: and Jether died without children. 33 And the sons of Jonathan; Peleth, and Zaza. These were the sons of Jerahmeel. 34 Now Sheshan had no sons, but daughters. And Sheshan had a servant, an Egyptian, whose name was Jarha. 35 And Sheshan gave his daughter to Jarha his servant to wife; and she bare him Attai. 36 And Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan be- gat Zabad, 37 And Zabad begat Ephlal, and Ephlal begat Obed, 38 And Obed begat Jehu, and Jehu begat Aza- riah, 39 And Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah, 40 And Eleasah begat Sisamai, and Sisamai begat Shallum, 41 And Shallum begat Jekamiah, and Jeka- miah begat Elishama. 42 Now the sons of Caleb the brother of Je- rahmeel were, Mesha his firstborn, which was the father of Ziph; and the sons of Mareshah the father of Hebron. 43 And the sons of Hebron; Korah, and Tap- puah, and Rekem, and Shema. 44 And Shema begat Raham, the father of Jorkoam: and Rekem begat Shammai. 45 And the son of Shammai was Maon: and Maon was the father of Beth-zur. 46 And Ephah, Caleb's cdncubine, bare Haran, and Moza, and Gazez: and Haran begat Gazez. 47 And the sons of Jahdai;Regem,and Jotham, and Gesham, and Pelet, and Ephah, and Shaaph. 48 Maachah, Caleb's concubine, bare Sheber, and Tirhanah. 49 She bare also Shaaph the father of Mad- mannah, Sheva the father of Machbenah, and the father of Gibea: and the daughter of Caleb was Achsa. 50 These were the sons of Caleb the son of Hur, the firstborn of Ephratah; Shobal the father of Kirjath-jearim, 51 Salma the father of Beth-lehem, Hareph the father of Beth-gader. 52 And Shobal the father of Kirjath-jearim had sons; Haroeh, and half of the Manahethites. 53 And the families of Kirjath-jearim; the Ithrites, and the Puhites, and the Shumathites, and the Mishraites; of them came the Zareath- ites, and the Eshtaulites. 54 The sons of Salma; Beth-lehem, and the Netophathites, Ataroth, the house of Joab, and half of the Manahethites, the Zorites. 55 And the families of the scribes which dwelt at Jabez; the Tirathites, the Shimeathites, and Suchathites. These are the Kenites that came of Hemath, the father of the house of Rechab. CHAPTER III. (3) 1 The sons of David. 10 His line to Zedekiah. 17 The successors of Jeconiah. "IVTOW these were the sons of David, which -Lll were born unto him in Hebron; the first- born Amnon, of Ahinoam the Jezreelitess; the second Daniel, of Abigail the Carmelitess: 2 The third, Absalom the son of Maachah the daughter of Talmai king of Geshur: the fourth, Adonijah the son of Haggith: 3 The fifth, Shephatiah of Abital: the sixth, Ithream by Eglah his wife. 4 These six were born unto him in Hebron ;and there he reigned seven years and six months : and in Jerusalem he reigned thirty and three years. 5 And these were born unto him in Jerusalem; Shimea, and Shobab, and Nathan, and Solomon, four, of Bath-shua the daughter of Ammiel: 6 Ibhar also, and Elishama, and Eliphelet, 7 And Nogah, and Nepheg, and Japhia, 8 And Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphelet, nine. 9 These were all the sons of David, beside the sons of the concubines, and Tamar their sister. 10 And Solomon's son was Rehoboam, Abia his son, Asa his son, Jehoshaphat his son, 310 The posterity of Judah. I. CHRONICLES, IV, (4) The sons of Shelah. 11 Joram his son, Ahaziah his son, Joash his son, 12 Amaziah his son, Azariah his son, Jotham his son, 13 Ahaz his son, Hezekiah his son> Manasseh his son, 11 Amon his son, Josiah his son. 15 And the sons of Josiah were, the firstborn Johannan, the second Jehoiakim, the third Zede^ kiah, the fourth Shallum. 16 And the sons of Jehoiakim: Jeconiah his son, Zedekiah his son. 17 And the sons of Jeconiah; Assir, Salathiel his son, 18 Malchiram also, and Pedaiah, and Shenazar, Jecamiah, Hoshama, and Nedabiah. 19 And the sons of Pedaiah were, Zerubbabel, and Shimei ; and the sons of Zerubbabel ; Meshul- lam, and Hananiah, and Shelomith their sister: 20 And Hashubah, and Ohel, and Berechiah, and Hasadiah, Jushab-hesed, five. 21 And the sons of Hananiah; Pelatiah, and Jesaiah: the sons of Rephaiah, the sons of Arnan, the sons of Obadiah, the sons of Shechaniah. 22 And the sons of Shechaniah; Shemaiah: and the sons of Shemaiah; Hattush, and Igeal, and Bariah, and Neariah, and Shaphat, six. 23 And the sons of Neariah; Elioenai, and Hezekiah, and Azrikam, three. 24 And the sons of Elioenai were, Hodaiah, and Eliashib, and Pelaiah, and Akkub, and Johanan, and Dalaiah, and Anani, seven. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1,11 The posterity of Judah by Caleb the son of Hur. 5 Of Ashur the posthumous son of Hezron. 9 Of Ja- bez, and his prayer. 21 The posterity of Shelah. 21 The posterity and cities of Simeon. 39 Their conquest of Gredor, and of the Amalekites in mount Seir. THE sons of Judah; Pharez, Hezron, and Car- mi, and Hur, and Shobal. 2 And Reaiah the son of Shobal begat Jahath ; and Jahath begat Ahumai, and Lahad. These} are the families of the Zorathites. 3 And these were of the father of Etam; Jez- reel, and Ishma, and Idbash: and the name of their sister was Hazelelponi: 4 And Penuel the father of Gedor, arM Ezer the father of Hushah. These are the sons of Hur, the firstborn of Ephratah, the father of Bethlehem. 5 And Ashur the father of Tekoa had two wives, Helah and Naarah. 6 And Naarah bare him Ahuzam, and Hepher, and Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the sons of ISfaarah. 7 And the sons of Helah were, Zereth, and Je- zoar, and Ethnan. 8 And Coz begat Anub, and Zobebah, and the families of Aharhel the son of Harun. 9 And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow. 10 And Jabez called on the God of Israel, say- ing, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested. 11 And Chelub the brother of Shuah begat Mehir, which was the father of Eshton. 12 And Eshton begat Beth rapha, and Paseah, and Tehinnah the father of Ir-nahash. These are the men of Rechah. 13 And the sons of Kenaz; Othniel, and Seraiah: and the sons of Othniel; Hathath. 14 And Meonothai begat Ophrah: and Seraiah begat Joab, the father of the valley of Charashim ; for they were craftsmen. 15 And the sons of Caleb the son of Jephunneh ; Iru, Elah, and Naam: and the sons of Elah, even Kenaz. 16 And the sons of Jehaleleel; Ziph, and Ziphah, Tiria, and Asareel. 17 And the sons of Ezra were, Jether, and Mered, and Epher, and Jalon: and she bare Miriam, and Shammai, and Ishbah the father of Eshtemoa. 18 And his wife Jehudijah bare Jered the father of Gedor, and Heber the father of Socho, and Jekuthiel the father of Zanoah. And these are the sons of Bithiah the daughter of Pharaoh, which Mered took. 19 And the sons of his wife Hodiah the sister of Naham, the father of Keilah the Garmite, and Eshtemoa the Maachathite. 20 And the sons of Shimon were, Amnon, and Rinnah, Ben-hanan, and Tilon. And the sons of Ishi were, Zoheth, and Ben-zoheth. 21 The sons of Shelah the son of Judah were, Er the father of Lecah, and Laadah the father of Mareshah, and the families of the house of them that wrought fine linen, of the house of Ashbea, , 22 And Jokim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had the dominion in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. And these are ancient things. 23 These were the potters, and those that dwelt among plants and hedges: there they dwelt with the king for his work. 24 The sons of Simeon were, Nemuel, and Ja- min, Jarib, Zerah, and Shaul : 25 Shallum his son, Mibsam his son, Mishma his son. 26 And the sons of Mishma; Hamuel his son, Zacchur his son, Shimei his son. 27 And Shimei had sixteen sons and six daugh- ters; but his brethren had not many children, neither did all their family multiply, like to the children of Judah. 28 And they dwelt at Beer-sheba and Moladah, and Hazar-shual, 29 And at Bilhah, and at Ezem, and at Tolad? 30 And at Bethuel, and at Hormah, and at Ziklag, 31 And at Beth-marcaboth, and Hazar-susim, and at Beth-birei, and at Shaaraim. These were their cities unto the reign of David. 311 2he line of Reuben. I. CHRONICLES, V. (5) The chief men of Gad. 32 And their villages were, Etam, and Ain, Rimmon, and Tochen, and Ashan, five cities : 33 And all their villages that were round about the same cities, unto Baal. These were their habitations, and their genealogy. 34 And Meshobab, and Jamlech, and Joshah the son of Amaziah, 35 And Joel, and Jehu the son of Josibiah, the son of Seraiah, the son of Asiel, 36 And Elioenai, and Jaakobah, and Jesho- haiah, and Asaiah, and Adiel, and Jesimiel, and Benaiah, 37 And Ziza the son of Shiphi, the son of Allon, the son of Jedaiah, the son of Shimri, the son of Shemaiah; 38 These mentioned by their names were princes in their families: and the house of their fathers increased greatly. 39 And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of Ike valley, to seek pa& ture for their flocks. 40 And they found fat pasture and good, and the land was wide, and quiet, and peaceable; for they of Ham had dwelt there of old. 41 And these written by name came in the days of Hezekiah king of Judah, and smote their tents, and the habitations that were found there, and destroyed them utterly unto this day, and dwelt in their rooms: because there was pasture there lor their flocks. 42 And some of them, even of the sons of Simeon, five hundred men, went to mount Seir, having for their captains Pelatiah, and Neariah, and Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi. 43 And they smote the rest of the Amalekites that were escaped, and dwelt there unto this day. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The line of Reuben (who lost his birthright) tinto the captivity. 9 Their habitation and conquest of the Hagarites. 11 The chief men and habitations of Gad. 18 The number and conquest of Reuben, Gad, and the half of Manasseh. 23 The habitations and chief men of that half tribe. 25 Their captivity for their sin. NOW the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Is- rael, (for he was the firstborn; but, foras- much as he defiled his father's bed, his birthright was given unto the sons of Joseph the son of Is- rael: and the genealogy is not to be reckoned after the birthright. 2 For Judah prevailed above his brethren, and of him came the chief ruler; but the birthright was Joseph's:) 3 The sons, I say, of Reuben the firstborn of Israel were, Hanoch, and Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi. 4 The sons of Joel ; Shemaiah his son, Gog his son, Shimei his son, 5 Micah his son, Reaia his son, Baal his son^ 6 Beerah his son, whom Tilgath-pilneser king of Assyria carried away captive : he was prince of the Reubenites. 7 And his brethren by their families, when the genealogy of their generations was reckoned, were the chief, Jeiel, and Zechariah, 8 And Bela the son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel, who dwelt in Aroer, even unto Nebo and Baal-meon : 9 And eastward he inhabited unto the enter- ing in of the wilderness from the river Euphrates: because their cattle were multiplied in the land of Gilead. 10 And in the days of Saul they made war with the Hagarites, who fell by their hand: and they dwelt in their tents throughout all the east land of Gilead. 11 And the children of Gad dwelt over against them, in the land of Bashan unto Salcah: 12 Joel the chief, and Shapham the next, and Jaanai, and Shaphat in Bashan. 13 And their brethren of the house of their fathers were, Michael, and Meshullam, and She- ba, and Jural, and Jachan, and Zia, and Heber, seven. 14 These are the children of Abihail the son of Huri, the son of Jaroah, the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of Jahdo, the son of Buz; 15 Ahi the son of Abdiel, the son of Guni, chief of the house of their fathers. 16 And they dwelt in Gilead in Bashan, and in her towns, and in all the suburbs of Sharon, upon their borders. 17 All these were reckoned by genealogies in the days of Jotham king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam king of Israel. 18 The sons of Reuben, and the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh, of valiant men, men able to bear buckler and sword, and to shoot with bow, and skilful in war, were four and forty thousand seven hundred and threescore, that went out to the war. 19 And they made war with the Hagarites, with Jetur, and Nephish, and Nodab. 20 And they were helped against them, and the Hagarites were delivered into their hand, and all that were with them : for they cried to God in the battle, and he was intreated of them; because they put their trust in him. 21 And they took away their cattle; of their camels fifty thousand, and of sheep two- hundred and fifty thousand, and of asses two thousand, and of men an hundred thousand. 22 For there fell down many slain, because the war was of God. And they dwelt in their steads until the captivity. 23 And the children of the half tribe of Manas- seh dwelt in the land: they increased from Bashan unto Baal-hermon and Senir, and unto mount Hermon. 24 And these were the heads of the house of their fathers, even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valour, famous men, and heads of the house of their fathers. 25 And they transgressed against the God of their fathers, and went a whoring after the gods 312 ->q The families of Gershom, I. CHRONICLES, VI. (6) Kohath, and Merari. of the people of the land, whom God destroyed be- fore them. 26 And the God of Israel stirred up the spirit of Pul king of Assyria, and the spirit of Tilgathr pilneser king of Assyria, and he carried them away, even the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh, and brought them unto Halah, and Habor, and Hara, and to the river Gozan, unto this day. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The sons of Levi. 4 The line of the, priests unto the captivity. 16 The families of Gershom, Merari, and Kohath. 49 The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz. 54 The cities of the priests and Levites. THE sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. 2 And the sons of Kohath; Amram, Izhar, and Hebron, and Uzziel. And the children of Amram; Aaron, and Moses, and Miriam. The sons also of Aaron; Na- dab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. 4 Eleazar begat Phinehas, Phinehas begat Abishua, 5 And Abishua begat Bukki, and Bukki begat Uzzi, 6 And Uzzi begat Zerahiah, and Zerahiah be- gat Meraioth, 7 Meraioth begat Amariah, and Amariah begat Ahitub, 8 And Ahitub begat Zadok, and Zadok begat Ahimaaz, 9 And Ahimaaz begat Azariah, and Azariah begat Johanan, 10 And Johanan begat Azariah, (he it is that executed the priest's office in the temple that Sol- omon built in Jerusalem:) 11 And Azariah begat Amariah, and Amariah begat Ahitub, 12 And Ahitub begat Zadok, and Zadok begat Shallum, 13 And Shallum begat Hilkiah, and Hilkiah be- gat Azariah, 14 And Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Jehozadak, 15 And Jehozadak went into captivity, when the Lord carried away Judah and Jerusalem by the hand of Nebuchadnezzar. 16 The sons of Levi; Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. 17 And these be the names of the sons of Ger- shom; Libni, and Shimei. 18 And the sons of Kohath were, Amram, and Izhar, and Hebron, and Uzziel. 19 The sons of Merari ; Mahli, and Mushi. And these are the families of the Levites according to their fathers. 20 Of Gershom; Libni his son, JahatrJ his son, Zimmah his son, 21 Joah his son, Iddo his son, Zerah his son, Jeaterai his son. 22 The sons of Kohath; Amminadab his son, Korah his son, Assir his son, 23 Elkanah his son, and Ebiasaph his son, and Assir his son, 24 Tahath his son, Uriel his son, Uzziah his son, and Shaul his son. 25 And the sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahi- moth. 26 As for Elkanah: the sons of Elkanah; Zo- phai his son, and Nahath his son, 27 Eliab his son, Jeroham his son, Elkanah his son. 28 And the sons of Samuel; the firstborn Vashni, and Abiah. 29 The sons of Merari; Mahli, Libni his son, Shimei his son, Uzza his son, 30 Shiniea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son. 31 And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the Lord, after that the ark had rest 32 And they ministered before the dwelling place of the tabernacle of the congregation with singing, until Solomon had built the house of the Lord in Jerusalem: and then they waited on their office according to their order. 33 And these are they that waited with their children. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman a singer, the son of Joel, the son of Shemuel, 34 The son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah, 35 The son of Zuph, the son of Elkanah, the son of Mahath, the son of Amasai, 36 The son of Elkanah, the son of Joel, the son of Azariah, the son of Zephaniah, 37 The son of Tahath, the son of Assir, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, 38 The son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, the son of Israel. 39 And his brother Asaph, who stood on his right hand, even Asaph the son of Berachiah, the son of Shimea, 40 The son of Michael, the son of Baaseiah, the son of Malchiah, 41 The son of Ethni, the son of Zerah, the son of Adaiah, 42 The son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah. the son of Shimei, 43 The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi. 44 And their brethren the sons of Merari stood on the left hand: Ethan the son of Kishi, the son of Abdi, the son of Malluch, 45 The son of Hashabiah, the son of Amaziah, the son of Hilkiah, 46 The son of Amzi, the son of Bani, the son of Shamer, 47 The son of Mahli, the son of Mushi, the son of Merari, the son of Levi. 48 Their brethren also the Levites were ap- pointed unto all manner of service of the taber* nacle of the house of God. 49 But Aaron and his sons offered upon the al- tar of the burnt offering, and on the altar of in- cense, and were appointed for all the work of the place most holy, and to make an atonement for 313 lie cities of the I. CHRONICLES, VII. (7) priests and Levites. Israel, according to all that Moses tlie servant of God had commanded. 50 And these are the sons of Aaron; Eleazar his son, Phinehas his son, Abishua his son, 51 Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son, 52 Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son, 53 Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son. 54 Now these are their dwelling places throughout their castles in their coasts, of the sons of Aaron, of the families of the Kohathites: for their's was the lot. 55 And they gave them Hebron in the land of Judah, and the suburbs thereof round about it. 56 But the fields of the city, and the villages thereof, they gave to Caleb the son of Jephunneh. 57 And to the sons of Aaron they gave the cities of Judah, namely, Hebron, the city of refuge, and Libnah with her suburbs, and Jattir, and Eshtemoa, with her suburbs, 58 And Hilen with her suburbs, Debir with her suburbs, 59 And Ashan with her suburbs, and Beth- shemesh with her suburbs: 60 And out of the tribe of Benjamin; Geba with her suburbs, and Alemeth with her suburbs, and Anathoth with her suburbs. All their cities throughout their families were thirteen cities. 61 And unto the sons of Kohath, which were left of the family of that tribe, were cities given out of the half tribe, namely, out of the half tribe of Manasseh, by lot, ten cities. 62 And to the sons of Gershom throughout their families out of the tribe of Issachar, and out of the tribe of Asher, and out of the tribe of Naph- tali, and out of the tribe of Manasseh in Bashan, thirteen cities. 63 Unto the sons of Merari were given by lot, throughout their families, out of the tribe of Reu- ben, and out of the tribe of Gad, and out of the tribe of Zebulun, twelve cities. 64 And the children of Israel gave to the Le- vites these cities with their suburbs. 65 And they gave by lot out of the tribe of the children of Judah, and out of the tribe of the chil- dren of Simeon, and out of the tribe of the chil- dren of Benjamin, these cities, which are called by their names. 66 And the residue of the families of the sons of Kohath had cities of their coasts out of the tribe of Ephraim. 67 And they gave unto them, of the cities of refuge, Shechem in mount Ephraim with her suburbs; they gave also Gezer with her suburbs, 68 And Jokmeam with her suburbs, and Beth- horon with her suburbs, 69 And Aijalon with her suburbs, and Gath- rimmon with her suburbs: 70 And out of the half tribe of Manasseh; Aner with her suburbs, and Bileam with her suburbs, for the family of the remnant of the sons of Ko- hath. 71 Uf/to the sons of Gershom were given out of the family of the half tribe of Manasseh, Golan in Bashan with her suburbs, and Ashtaroth with her suburbs: 72 And out of the tribe of Issachar; Kedesh with her suburbs, Daberath with her suburbs, 73 And Ramoth with her suburbs, and Anem with her suburbs: 74 And out of the tribe of Asher; Mashal with her suburbs, and Abdon with her suburbs, 75 And Hukok with her suburbs, and Rehob with her suburbs, 76 And out of the tribe of Naphtali ; Kedesh in Galilee with her suburbs, and Hammon with her suburbs, and Kirjathaim with her suburbs. 77 Unto the rest of the children of Merari were given out of the tribe of Zebulun, Rimmon with her suburbs, Tabor with her suburbs: 78 And on the other side Jordan by Jericho, on the east side of Jordan, were given them out of the tribe of Reuben, Bezer in the wilderness with her suburbs, and Jahzah with her suburbs, 79 Kedemoth also with her suburbs, and Mephaath with her suburbs: 80 And out of the tribe of Gad; Ramoth in Gi- lead with her suburbs, and Mahanaim with her suburbs, 81 And Heshbon with her suburbs, and Jazer with her suburbs. CHAPTER Vn. (7) 1 The sons of Issachar, 6 of Benjamin, 13 of Naphtali, 14 of Manasseh, 20 ,24 and of Ephraim. 21 The ca- lamity of Ephraim by the men of Gath. 23 Beriah is born. 28 Ephraim's habitations. 30 The sons of Asher. NOW the sons of Issachar were, Tola, and Puah, Jashub, and Shimrom, four. 2 And the sons of Tola; Uzzi, and Rephaiah, and Jeriel, and Jahmai, and Jibsam, and Shemuel, heads of their father's house, to wit, of Tola: they were valiant men of might in their generations; whose number was in the days of David two and twenty thousand and six hundred. 3 And the sons of Uzzi; Izrahiah: and the sons of Izrahiah ; Michael, and Obadiah, and Joel, Ish- iah, five: all of them chief men. 4 And with them, by their generations, after the house of their fathers, were bands of soldiers for war, six and thirty thousand men: for they had many wives and sons. 5 And their brethren among all the families of Issachar were valiant men of might, reckoned in all by their genealogies fourscore and seven thousand. 6 The sons of Benjamin ; Bela, and Becher, and Jediael, three. 7 And the sons of Bela ; Ezbon, and Uzzi, and Uzziel, and Jerimoth, and Iri, five; heads of the house of their fathers, mighty men of valour; and were reckoned by their genealogies twenty and two thousand and thirty and four. 8 And the sons of Becher; Zemira, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jeri- moth, and Abiah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these are the sons of Becher. 314 3f The sons of Naphtali, I. CHRONICLES, VIII. (8) Manasseh, Ephraim, etc. 9 And the number of them, after their gene- alogy by their generations, heads of the house of their fathers, mighty men of valour, was twenty thousand and two hundred. 10 The sons also of Jediael; Bilhan: and the sons of Bilhan; Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tharshish, and Ahishahar. 11 All these the sons of Jediael, by the heads of their fathers, mighty men of valour, were seventeen thousand and two hundred soldiers, fit to go out for war and battle. 12 Shuppim also, and Huppim, the children of Ir. and Hushim, the sons of Aher. 13 The sons of Naphtali; Jahziel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shallum, the sons of Bilhah. 14 The sons of Manasseh; Ashriel, whom she bare: (but his concubine the Aramitess bare Ma- chir the father of Gilead: 15 And Machir took to wife the sister of Hup- pim and Shuppim, whose sister's name was Maachah;) and the name of the second was Zelophehad: and Zelophehad had daughters. 16 And Maachah the wife of Machir bare a son, and she called his name Peresh; and the name of his brother was Sheresh; and his sons were Ulam and Rakem. 17 And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh. 18 And his sister Hammoleketh bare Ishod, and Abiezer, and Mahalah. 19 And the sons of Shemidah were, Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam. 20 And the sons of Ephraim; Shuthelah, and Bered his son, and Tahath his son, and Eladah his son, and Tahath his son, 21 And Zabad his son, and Shuthelah his son, and Ezer, and Elead, whom the men of Gath that were born in that land slew, because they came down to take away their cattle. 22 And Ephraim their father mourned many days, and his brethren came to comfort him. 23 And when he went in to his wife, she con- ceived, and bare a son, and he called his name Beriah, because it went evil with his house. 24 (And his daughter was Sherah, who built Beth-horon the nether, and the upper, and Uz- zen-sherah.) 25 And Rephah was his son, also Resheph, and Telah his son, and Tahan his son, 26 Laadan his son, Ammihud his son, Elisha- ma his son, 27 Non his son, Jehoshuah his> son. 28 And their possessions and habitations were, Beth-el and the towns thereof, and eastward Naaran, and westward Gezer, with the towns thereof; Shechem also and the towns thereof, unto Gaza and the towns thereof: 29 And by the borders of the children of Manasseh, Beth-shean and her towns, Taanach and her towns, Megiddo and her towns, Dor and her towns. In these dwelt the children of Joseph the son of Israel. 30 The sons of Asher; Imnah, and Isuah, and Ishuai, and Beriah, and Serah their sister. 31 And the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Mal- chiel, who is the father of Birzavith. 32 And Heber begat Japhlet, and Shomer, and Hotham, and Shua their sister. 33 And the sons of Japhlet; Pasach, and Bim- hal, and Ashvath. These are the children of Japhlet. 34 And the sons of Shamer; Ahi, and Rohgah, Jehubbah, and Aram. 35 And the sons of his brother Helem; Zoph- ah, and Imna, and Shelesh, and Amal. 36 The sons of Zophah; Suah, and Harnepher, and Shual, and Beri, and Imrah, 37 Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shil- shah, and Ithran, and Beera. 38 And the sons of Jether; Jephunneh, and Pispah, and Ara, 39 And the sons of Ulla; Arah, and Haniel, and Rezia. 40 All these were the children of Asher, heads of their father's house, choice and mighty men of valour, chief of the princes. And the number throughout the genealogy of them that were apt to the war and to battle was twenty and six thousand men. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 The sons and chief men of Benjamin. 33 The stock of Saul and Jonathan. IVT OW Benjamin begat Bela his firstborn, -1-^1 Ashbel the second, and Aharah the third, 2 Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth. 3 And the sons of Bela were, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud, 4 And Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah, 5 And Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram. 6 And these are the sons of Ehud: these are the heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Geba, and they removed them to Manahath: 7 And Naaman, and Ahiah, and Gera, he re- moved them, and begat Uzza, and Ahihud. • 8 And Skaharaim begat children in the coun- try of Moab, after he had sent them away; Hushim and Baara were his wives. 9 And he begat of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcham, 10 And Jeuz, and Shachia, and Mirma. These were his sons, heads of the fathers. 11 And of Hushim he begat Abitub, and El- paal. 12 The sons of Elpaal; Eber, and Misham, and Shamed, who built Ono, and Lod, with the towns thereof: 13 Beriah also, and Shema, who were heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Aijalon, who drove away the inhabitants of Gath: 14 And Ahio, Shashak, and Jeremoth, 15 And Zebadiah, and Arad, and Ader, 16 And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah; 17 And Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hezeki, and Heber, 315 All Israel reckoned I. CHRONICLES, IX. (9) by genealogies. 18 Ishmerai also, and Jezliah, and Jobab, the sons of Elpaal; 19 And Jakim, and Zichri, and Zabdi, 20 And Elienai, and Zilthai, and Eliel, 21 And Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrath, the sons of Shimhi; 22 And Ishpan, and Heber, and Eliel, 23 And Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan, 24 And Hananiah, and Elam, and Antothijah, 25 And Iphedeiah, and Penuel, the sons of Shashak; 26 And Shamsherai, and Shehariah, and Atha- liah, 27 And Jaresiah, and Eliah, and Zichri, the sons of Jeroham. 28 These were heads of the fathers, by their generations, chief men. These dwelt in Jeru- salem. 29 And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon; whose wife's name was Maachah : 30 And his firstborn son Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Nadab, 31 And Gedor, and Ahio, and Zacher. 32 And Mikloth begat Shimeah. And these also dwelt with their brethren in Jerusalem, over against them. 33 And Ner begat Kish, and Kish begat Saul, and Saul begat Jonathan, and Malchi-shua, and Abinadab, and Esh-baal. 34 And the son of Jonathan was Merib-baal; and Merib-baal begat Micah. 35 And the sons of Micah were, Pithon, and Melech, and Tarea, and Ahaz. 36 And Ahaz begat Jehoadah; and JehoadaM begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Mo za, 37 And Mo'za begat Binea: Rapha was his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his son: 38 And Azel had six sons, whose names are these, Azrikam, Bockeru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan. All these were the sons of Azel. 39 And the sons of Eshek his brother were, Ulam his firstborn, Jehush the second, and Eli- phelet the third. 40 And the sons of Ulam were mighty men of valour, archers, and had many sons, and sons' sons, an hundred and fifty. All these are of the sons of Benjamin. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 The original of Israel's and Judah's genealogies. 2 The Israelites, 10 the priests, 14 and the Levites, with Nethinims, which dwelt in Jerusalem. 27 The charge of certain Levites. 35 The stock of Saul and Jona- than. SO all were reckoned by genealogies; and, be- hold, they were written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, who were carried away to Babylon for their transgression. 2 Now the first inhabitants that dwelt in their possessions in their cities were, the Israelites, the priests, Levites, and the Nethinims. 3 And in Jerusalem dwelt of the children of Judah, and of the children of Benjamin, and of the children of Ephraim, and Manasseh; 4 Uthai the son of Ammihud, the son of Omri, the son of Imri, the son of Bani, of the children of Pharez the son of Judah. 5 And of the Shilonites; Asaiah the firstborn, and his sons. 6 And of the sons of Zerah; Jeuel, and their brethren, six hundred and ninety. 7 And of the sons of Benjamin; Sallu the son of Meshullani, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hasenuah, 8 And Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullani the son of Shephathiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah; 9 And their brethren, according to their gen- erations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men were chief of the fathers in the house of their fathers. 10 And of the priests; Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin, 11 And Azariah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the ruler of the house of God; 12 And Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashur, the son of Malchijah, and Maasiai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshul- lam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer; 13 And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers, a thousand and seven hundred and threescore; very able men for the work of the ser- vice of the house of God. 14 And of the Levites; Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hasha- biah, of the sons of Merari; 15 And Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah theson of Micah, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph ; 16 And Obadiah the son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun, and Berechiah the son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, that dwelt in the villages of the Netophathites. 17 And the porters were, Shallum, and Akkub, and Talmon, and Ahiman, and their brethren: Shallum was the chief; 18 Who hitherto waited in the king's gate east- ward : they were porters in the companies of the children of Levi. 19 And Shallum the son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and his brethren, of the house of his father, the Korahites, were over the work of the service, keepers of the gates of the tabernacle: and their fathers, being over the host of the Lord, were keepers of the entry. 20 And Phinehas the son of Eleazar was the ruler over them in time past, and the Lord was with him. 21 And Zeehariah the son of Meshelemiah. was porter of the door of the tabernacle of the congre- gation. 22 All these which were chosen to be porters in the gates were two hundred and twelve. These were reckoned by their genealogy in their vil- 316 v*> Inhabitants of Jerusalem. I. CHRONICLES, X. (10) Saul's overthrow and death* lages, whom David and Samuel the seer did or- dain in their set office. 23 So they and their children had the oversight of the gates of the house of the Lord, namely, the house of the tabernacle, by wards. 24 In four quarters were the porters, toward the east, west, north, and south. 25 And their brethren, which were in their vil- lages, were to come after seven days from time to time with them. 26 For these Levites, the four chief porters, were in their set office, and were over the cham- bers and treasuries of the house of God. 27 And they lodged round about the house of God, because the charge was upon them, and the opening thereof every morning pertained to them. 28 And certain of them had the charge of the ministering vessels, that they should bring them in and out by tale. 29 Some of them also were appointed to over- see the vessels, and all the instruments of the sanctuary, and the fine flour, and the wine, and the oil, and the frankincense, and the spices. 30 And some of the sons of the priests made the ointment of the spices. 31 And Mattithiah, one of the Levites, who was the firstborn of Shallum the Korahite, had the set office over the things that were made in the pans. 32 And other of their brethren, of the sons of Kohathites, were over the shewbread, to prepare it every sabbath. 33 And these are the singers, chief of the fathers of the Levites, who remaining in the chambers were free: for they were employed in that work day and night. 34 These chief fathers of the Levites were chief throughout their generations; these dwelt at Jerusalem. 35 And in Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon, Jehiel, whose wife's name was Maachah: 36 And his firstborn son Abdon, then Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Xer, and Xadab, 37 And Gedor, and Ahio, and Zechariah, and Mikloth. 38 And Mikloth begat Shimeam. And they also dwelt with their brethren at Jerusalem, over against their brethren. 39 And Xer begat Kish; and Kish begat Saul ; and Saul begat Jonathan, and Malchi-shua, and Abinadab, and Esh-baal. 40 And the son of Jonathan was MeribJoaal: and Merib-baal begat Micah. 41 And the sons of Micah were, Pithon, and Melech, and Tahrea, and Ahaz. 42 And Ahaz begat Jarah; and Jarah' begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza; 43 And Moza oegat Binea; and Rephaiah his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his son. 44 And Azel had six sons, whose names are these, Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these were the sons of Azel. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Saul's overthrow and death. 8 The Philistines tri- umph over Saul. 11 The kindness of Jabesh-gilead towards Saul and his sons. 13 Saul's sin, for which the kingdom was translated from him to David. NOW the Philistines fought against Israel; and the men of Israel fled from before the Philistines, and fell down slain in mount Gilboa, 2 And the Philistines followed hard after Saul, and after his sons; and the Philistines slew Jona- than, and Abinadab, and Malchi-shua, the sons of Saul. 3 And the battle went sore against Saul, and the archers hit him, and he was wounded of the archers. 4 Then said Saul to his armourbearer, Draw thy sword, and thrust me through therewith; lest these uncircumcised come and abuse me. But his armourbearer would not; for he was sore afraid. So Saul took a sword, and fell upon it. 5 And when his armourbearer saw that Saul was dead, he fell likewise on the sword, and died. 6 So Saul died, and his three sons, and all his house died together. 7 And when all the men of Israel that were in the valley saw that they fled, and that Saul and his sons were dead, then they forsook their cities, and fled: and the Philistines' came and dwelt in them. 8 And it came to pass on the morrow, when the Philistines came to strip the slain, that they found Saul and his sons fallen in mount Gilboa. 9 And when they had stripped him, they took his head, and his armour, and sent into the land of the Philistines round about, to carry tidings unto their idols, and to the people. 10 And they put his armour in the house of their gods, and fastened his head in the temple of Dagon. 11 And when all Jabesh-gilead heard all that the Philistines had done to Saul, 12 They arose, all the valiant men, and took away the body of Saul, and the bodies of his sons, and brought them to Jabesh, and buried their bones under the oak in Jabesh, and fasted seven days. 13 So Saul died for his transgression which he committed against the Lord, even against the word of the Lord, which he kept not, and also for asking counsel of one that had a familiar spirit, to enquire of it ; 14 And enquired not of the Lord : therefore he slew him, and turned the kingdom unto David the son of Jesse. CHAPTER XI. (11J 1 David by a general consent is made king at Hebron. 4 He winneth the castle of Zion from the Jebusites by Joab's valour. 10 A catalogue of David's mighty men. THEN all Israel gathered themselves to David unto Hebron, saying, Behold, we are thy bone and thy flesh. 2 And moreover in time past, even when Saul was king, thou wast he that leddest out and 317 David made Icing at Hebron. I. CHRONICLES, XL (11) David's mighty men. broughtest in Israel : and the Lord thy God said unto thee, Thou shalt feed my people Israel, and thou shalt be ruler over my people Israel. 3 Therefore came all the elders of Israel to the king to Hebron; and David made a covenant with them in Hebron before the Lord; and they anointed David king over Israel, according to the word of the Lord by Samuel. 4 And David and all Israel went to Jerusalem, which is Jebus; where the Jebusites were, the inhabitants of the land. 5 And the inhabitants of Jebus said to David, Thou shalt not come hither. Nevertheless David took the castle of Zion,which is the city of David. 6 And David said, Whosoever smiteth the Je- busites first shall be chief and captain. So Joab the son of Zeruiah went first up, and was chief. 7 And David dwelt in the castle: therefore they called it the city of David. 8 And he built the city round about, even from Millo round about: and Joab repaired the rest of the city. 9 So David waxed greater and greater: for the Lord of hosts was with him. 10 These also are the chief of the mighty men whom David had, who strengthened themselves with him in his kingdom, and with all Israel, to make him king, according to the word of the Lord concerning Israel. 11 And this is the number of the mighty men whom David had; Jashobeam, an Hachmonite, the chief of the captains: he lifted up his spear against three hundred slain by him at one time. 12 And after him was Eleazar the son of Dodo, the Ahohite, who was one of the three mighties. 13 He was with David at Pas-dammim, and there the Philistines were gathered together to battle, where was a parcel of ground full of bar- ley; and the people fled from before the Philis- tines. 14 And they set themselves in the midst of that parcel, and delivered it, and slew the Philis- tines; and the Lord saved them by a great de- liverance. 15 Now three of the thirty captains went down to the rock to David, into the cave of Adullam; and the host of the Philistines en- camped in the valley of Rephaim. 16 And David was then in the hold, and the Philistines' garrison was then at Beth-lehem. 17 And David longed, and said, Oh that one would give me drink of the water of the well of Beth-lehem, that is at the gate! 18 And the three brake through the host of the Philistines, and drew water out of the well of Beth-lehem, that was by the gate, and took it, and brought it to David: but David would not drink of it, but poured it out to the Lord, 19 And said, My God forbid it me, that I should do this thing: shall I drink the blood of these men that have put their lives in jeopardy? for with the jeopardy of their lives they brought it. Therefore he would not drink it. These things did these three mightiest. 20 And Abishai the brother of Joab, he was chief of the three: for lifting up his spear against three hundred, he slew them, and had a name among the three. 21 Of the three, he was more honourable than the two ; for he was their captain : howbeit he at- tained not to the first three. 22 Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, the son of a valiant man of Kabzeel,who had done many acts; he slew two lionlike men of Moab: also he went down and slew a lion in a pit in a snowy day. 23 And he slew an Egyptian, a man of great stature, five cubits high; and in the Egyptian's hand was a spear like a weaver's beam; and he went down to him with a staff, and plucked the spear out of the Egyptian's hand, and slew him with his own spear. 24 These things did Benaiah the son of Jeho- iada,and had the name among the three mighties. 25 Behold, he was honourable among the thirty, but attained not to the first three: and David set him over his guard. 26 Also the valiant men of the armies were, Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan the son of Dodo of Beth-lehem, 27 Shammoth the Harorite,Helez the Pelonite, 28 Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, Abi-ezer the Antothite, 29 Sibbecai the Hushathite, Ilai the Ahohite, 30 Maharai the Netophathite, Heled the son of Baanah the Netophathite, 31 Ithai the son of Bibai of Gibeah, that per- tained to the children of Benjamin, Benaiah the Pirathonite, 32 Hurai of the brooks of Gaash, Abiel the Arbathite, 33 Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite, 34 The sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jona- than the son of Shage the Hararite, 35 Ahiam the son of Sacar the Hararite, Eli- phal the son of Ur, 36 Hepher the Mechcrathite, Ahijah the Pelonite, 37 Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the son of Ezbai, 38 Joel the brother of Nathan, Mibhar the son of Haggeri, 39 Zelek the Ammonite,Naharai the Berothite, the armourbearer of Joab the son of Zeruiah, 40 Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite, 41 Uriah the Hittite, Zabad the son of Ahlai, 42 Adina the son of Shiza the Reubenite, a captain of the Reubenites, and thirty with him, 43 Hanan the son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite, 44 Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jehiel the sons of Hothan the Aroerite, 45 Jediael the son of Shimri, and Joha his brother, the Tizite, 46 Eliel the Mahavite, and Jeribai, and Josha- viah, the sons of Elnaam, and Ithmah the Moabite, 47 Eliel, and Obed, and Jasiel the Mesobaite. 318 V3± The armies that came I. CHEONICLES, XII. (12) to David at Hebron. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 The companies that came to David at Ziklag. The armies that came to him at Hebron. 23 1VTOW these are they that came to David to J_ll Ziklag, while lie yet kept himself close be- cause of Saul the sou of Kish: and they were among the mighty men 1 , helpers of the war. 2 They were armed with bows, and could use; both the right hand cad the left in hurling stones and shooting arrows out of a bow ? even of Saul's brethren of Benjamin. 3 The chief was Ahiezer, then Joash, the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite ; and Jeziel, and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; and Berachah, and Jehu the Antothite, 4 And Ismaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty, and over the thirty ; and Jere- miah, and Jahaziel, and Johanan, and Josabad the Gederathite, 5 Eluzai, and Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and She- mariah, and Shephatiah the Haruphite, 6 Elkanah, and Jesiah, and Azareel, and Joe- zer, and Jashobeam, the Korhites, 7 And Joelah, and Zebadiah, the sons of Jen> ham of Gedor. 8 And of the Gadites there separated them- selves unto David into the hold to the wilderness men of might, and men of war fit for the battle, that could handle shield and buckler, whose faces were like the faces of lions, and were as swift as the roes upon the mountains; 9 Ezer the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, 10 Mishmannah the fourth, Jeremiah the fifth, 11 Attai the sixth, Eliel the seventh, 12 Johanan the eighth, Elzabad the ninth, 13 Jeremiah the tenth, Machbanai the elev- enth. 14 These were of the sons of Gad, captains of the host: one of the least was over an hundred, and the greatest over a thousand. 15 These are they that went over Jordan in the first month, when it had overflown all his banks; and they put to flight all them of the valleys, both toward the east, and toward the west. 16 And there came of the children of Benjamin and Judah to the hold unto> David. 17 And David went out to meet them, and answered and said unto them, If ye be come peaceably unto me to help me, mine heart shall be knit unto you: but if ye be come to betray me to mine enemies, seeing there is no wrong in mine hands, the God of our fathers look thereon, and rebuke it. 18 Then the spirit came upon Amasai, who was chief of the captains, and he said, Thine are we, David, and on thy side, thou son of Jesse: peace, peace be unto thee, and peace be to thine helpers; for thy God helpeth thee. Then Daivcft received them, and made them captains of the band. 19 And there fell some of Manasseh to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle: but they helped them not: for the lorda of the Philistines upon advisement sent him away, saying, He will fall to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads. 20 As he went to Ziklag, there fell to him of Manasseh, Adnah, and Jozabad, and Jediael, and Michael, and Jozabad, and Elihu, and Zilthai, cap- tains of the thousands that were of Manasseh. 21 And they helped David against the band of the rovers: for they were all mighty men of valour, and were captains in the host. 22 For at that time day by day there came to David to help him, until it was a great host, like the host of God. 23 And these are the numbers of the bands that were ready armed to the war, and came to David to Hebron, to turn the kingdom of Saul to him, according to the word of the Lord. .24 The children of Judah that bare shield and; spear were six thousand and eight hundred, ready armed to the war. • 25 Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven thousand and one hun- dred. 26 Of the children of Levi four thousand and six hundred. 27 And Jehoiada was the leader of the Aaron- ites, and with him were three thousand and seven hundred; 28 And Zadok, a young man mighty of valour, and of his father's house twenty and two cap- tains. 29 And of the children of Benjamin, the kindred of Saul, three thousand: for hitherto the greatest part of them had kept the ward of the house of Saul. 30 And of the children of Ephraim twenty thousand and eight hundred, mighty men of valour, famous throughout the house of their fathers. 31 And of the half tribe of Manasseh eighteen thousand, which were expressed by name, to come and make David king. 32 And of the children of Issachar, which were men that had understanding of the times, to: know what Israel ought to do ; the heads of them were two hundred ; and all their brethren were at their commandment. 33 Of Zebulun, such as went forth to battle, ex- pert in war, with all instruments of war, fifty thousand, which could keep rank: they were not of double heart. 34 And of Naphtali a thousand captains, and with them with shield and spear thirty and seven thousand. 35 And of the Danites expert in war twenty and eight thousand and six hundred. 36 And of Asher, such as went forth to battle, expert in war, forty thousand. 37 And on the other side of Jordan, of the Eeu- benites, and the Gadites, and of the half tribe of Manasseh, with all manner of instruments of wan for the battle, an hundred and twenty thousand. 38 All these men of war, that could keep rank, 319 David's two victories I. CHRONICLES, XIII. (13) against the Philistines, came with a perfect heart to Hebron, to make David king over all Israel : and all the rest also of Israel were of one heart to make David king. 39 And there they were with David three days, eating and drinking: for their brethren had pre- pared for them. 40 Moreover they that were nigh them, even unto Issachar and Zebulun and Naphtali, brought bread on asses, and on camels, and on mules, and on oxen, and meat, meal, cakes of figs, and bunches of raisins, and wine, and oil, and oxen, and sheep abundantly: for there was joy in Israel. CHAPTER XIII. (13) 1 David fetcheth the ark with great solemnity from Kirjath-jearim. 9 TJzza being smitten, the ark is left at the house of Obed-edom. AND David consulted with the captains of thousands and hundreds, and with every leader. 2 And David said unto all the congregation of Israel, If it seem good unto' you, and that it be of the Lord our God, let us send abroad unto our brethren every where, that are left in all the land of Israel, and with them also to the priests and Levites which are in their cities and suburbs, that they may gather themselves unto> us : 3 And let us bring again the ark of our God to us: for we enquired not at it in the days of Saul. 4 And all the congregation said that they would do so: for the thing was right in the eyes of all the people. 5 So David gathered all Israel together, from Shihor of Egypt even unto the entering of He- math, to bring the ark of God from Kirjath- jearim. 6 And- David went up, and all Israel, to Baalah, that is, to Kirjath-jearim, which belonged to Judah, to bring up thence the ark of God the Lord, that dwelleth between the cherubims, whose* name is called on it. 7 And they carried the ark of God in a new cart out of the house' of Abinadab : and Uzza and Ahio drave the cart. 8 And David and all Israel played before God with all their might, and with singing, and with harps, and with psalteries, and with timbrels, and with cymbals, and with trumpets. 9 And when they came unto the threshingfloor of Chidon, Uzza put forth his hand to hold the ark ; for the oxen stumbled. 10 And the anger of the Lord was kindled against Uzza, and he smote him, because he put his hand to the ark : and there he died before God. 11 And David was displeased, because the Lord had made a breach upon Uzza: wherefore that place is called Perez-uzza to this day. 12 And David was afraid of God that day, say- ing, How shall I bring the ark of God home to me? 13 So David brought not the ark home to hinv self to the city of David, but carried it aside into the house of Obed-edom the Gittite. 14 And the ark of God remained with the fam- ily of Obed-edom in his house three months. And the Lord blessed the house of Obed-edom, and all that he had. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 Hiram's kindness to David. 2 David's felicity in peo- ple, wives, and children. 8 His two victories against the Philistines. NOW Hiram king of Tyre sent messengers to David, and timber of cedars, with masons and carpenters, to build him an house. 2 And David perceived that the Lord had con- firmed him king over Israel, for his kingdom was lifted up on high, because of his people Israel. 3 And David took more wives at Jerusalem: and David begat more sons and daughters. 4 Now these are the names of his children which he had in Jerusalem; Shammua, and Sho- bab, Nathan, and Solomon, 5 And Ibhar, and Elishua, and Elpale,t, 6 And Nogah, and Nepheg, and Japhia, 7 And Elishama, and Beeliada, and Eliphalet. 8 And when the Philistines heard that Davidi was anointed king over all Israel, all the Philis- tines went up to seek David. And David heard of it, and went out against them. 9 And the Philistines came and spread them- selves in the valley of Rephaim. 10 And David enquired of God, saying, Shall I go up against the Philistines? and wilt thou de- liver them into mine hand? And the Lord said unto him, Go up ; for I will deliver them into thine hand. 11 So they came up to Baal-perazim ; and David smote them there. Then David said, God hath broken in upon mine enemies by mine hand like the breaking forth of waters: therefore they] called the name of that place Baal-perazim. 12 And when they had left their gods there, David gave a commandment, and they were burned with fire. 13 And the Philistines yet again spread them- selves abroad in the valley. 14 Therefore David enquired again of God ; and God said unto him, Go not up after them; turn away from them, and come upon them over against the mulberry trees. 15 And it shall be, when thou shalt hear a sound of going in the tops of the mulberry trees, that then thou shalt go< out to battle: for God is gone forth before thee to smite the host of the Philistines. 16 David therefore did as God commanded him; and they smote the host of the Philistines from Gibeon even to Gazer. 17 And the fame of David went out into all lands; and the Lord brought the fear of him upon all nations. CHAPTER XV. (15J 1 David, having prepared a place for the ark,' ordereth the priests and Levites to bring it from Obed-edom. 25 He performeth the solemnity thereof with great joy. 29 Michal despiseth him. 320 David fetcheth the ark I. CHRONICLES, XV. (15) from the house of Obed-edom. AND David made him houses in the city of David, and prepared a place for the ark of God, and pitched for it a tent. 2 Then David said, None ought to carry the ark of God but the Levites: for them hatn the Lord chosen to carry the ark of God, and to min- ister unto him for ever. 3 And David gathered all Israel together to Jerusalem, to bring up the ark of the Lord unto his place, which be had prepared for it. 4 And David assembled the children of Aaron, and the Levites: 5 Of the sons of Kohath; Uriel the chief, and his brethren an hundred and twenty : 6 Of the sons of Merari; Asaiah the chief, and his brethren two hundred and twenty: 7 Of the sons of Gershom; Joel the chief, and his brethren an hundred and thirty: 8 Of the sons of Elizaphan; Shemaiah the chief, and his brethren two hundred: 9 Of the sons of Hebron; Eliel the chief, and his brethren fourscore: 10 Of the sons of Uzziel; Amminadab the chief, and his brethren an hundred and twelve. 11 And David called for Zadok and Abiathar the priests, and for the Levites, for Uriel, Asaiah, and Joel, Shemaiah, and Eliel, and Amminadab, 12 And said unto them, Ye are the chief of the fathers of the Levites: sanctify yourselves, bolh ye and your brethren, that ye may bring up the ark of the Lord God of Israel unto the place that I have prepared for it. 13 For because ye did it not at the first, the Lord our God made a breach upon us, for that we sought him not after the due order. 14 So the priests and the Levites sanctified themselves to bring up the ark of the Lord God of Israel. 15 And the children of the Levites bare 1 the ark of God upon their shoulders with the staves thereon, as Moses commanded according to the word of the Lord. 16 And David spake to the chief of the Levites to appoint their brethren to be the singers with instruments of rausick, psalteries and harps and cymbals, sounding, by lifting up the voice with joy. 17 So the Levites appointed Heman the son of Joel ; and of his brethren, Asaph the son of Bere- chiah; and of the sons of Merari their brethren, Ethan the son of Kushaiah; 18 And with them their brethren of the sec- ond degree, Zechariah, Ben, and Jaaziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, Eliab, and Benaiah, and Maaseiah, and Mattithiah, and Eli- pheleh, and Mikneiah, and Obed-edom, and Jeiel, the porters. 19 So the singrers, Heman, Asaph, and Ethan, were appointed to sound the cymbals of brass; 20 And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemira- moth, and Jehiel, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with psalteries on Ala- moth; 21 And Mattithiah, and Elipheleh, and Mikne- iah, and Obed-edom, and Jeiel, and Azaziah, with harps on the Sheminith to excel. 22 And Chenaniah, chief of the Levites, was for song: he instructed about the song, because he was skilful. 23 And Berechiah and Elkanah were doorkeep- ers for the ark. 24 And Shebamah, and Jehoshaphat, and Nethaneel, and Amasai, and Zechariah, and Benaiah, and Eliezer, the priests, did blow with the trumpets before the ark of God: and Obed- edom and Jehiah were doorkeepers for the ark. 25 So David, and the elders of Israel, and the captains over thousands, went to bring up the ark of the covenant of the Lord out of the house of Obed-edom with joy. 26 And it came to pass, when God helped the Levites that bare the ark of the covenant of the Lord, that they offered seven bullocks and seven rams. 27 And David was clothed with a robe of fine linen, and all the Levites that bare the ark, and the singers, and Chenaniah the master of the song with the singers: David also had upon him an ephod of linen. 28 Thus all Israel brought up the ark of the covenant of the Lord with shouting, and with sound of the cornet, and with trumpets, and with cymbals, making a noise with psalteries and harps. 29 And it came to pass, as the ark of the coven- ant of the Lord came to the city of David, that Michal the daughter of Saul looking out at a win- dow saw, king David dancing and playing: and she despised him in her heart CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 David's festival sacrifice. 4 He ordereth a choir to sing thanksgiving. 7 The psalm of thanksgiving. 37 He appointeth ministers, porters, priests, and musi- cians, to attend continually on the ark. SO they brought the ark of God, and set it in the midst of the tent that David had pitched for it : and they offered burnt sacrifices and peace offerings before God. 2 And when David had made an end of offering the burnt offerings and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the Lord. 3 And he dealt to every one of Israel, both man and woman, to every one a loaf of bread, and a good piece of flesh, and a flagon of wine. 4 And he appointed certain of the Levites to minister before the ark of the Lord, and to record, and to thank and praise the Lord God of Israel : 5 Asaph the chief, and next to him Zechariah, Jeiel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Matti- thiah, and Eliab, and Benaiah, and Obed-edom: and Jeiel with psalteries and with harps; but Asaph made a sound with cymbals; 6 Benaiah also and Jahaziel the priests with trumpets continually before the ark of the coven- ant of God. 7 Then on that day David delivered first this psalm to thank the Lord into the hand of Asaph and his brethren. 321 David's psalm I. CHRONICLES, XVII, (17) of thanksgiving. 8 Give thanks unto the Lord, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people. 9 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him, talk ye of all his wondrous works. 10 Glory ye in his holy name : let the heart of them rejoice that seek the Lord. 11 Seek the Lord and his strength, seek his face continually. 12 Remember his marvellous works that he hath done, his wonders, and the judgments of his mouth ; 13 O ye seed of Israel his servant, ye children of Jacob, his chosen ones. 14 He is the Lord our God; his judgments are in all the earth. 15 Be ye mindful always of his covenant; the word which he commanded to a thousand genera- tions; 10 Even of the covenant which he made with Abraham, and of his oath unto Isaac ; 17 And hath confirmed the same to Jacob for a law, and to Israel for an everlasting covenant, 18 Saying, Unto thee will I give the land of Canaan, the lot of your inheritance; 19 When ye were but few, even a few, and strangers in it. 20 And when they went from nation to nation, and from one kingdom to another people; 21 He suffered no man to do them wrong : yea, he reproved kings for their sakes, 22 Saying, Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm. 23 Sing unto the Lord, all the earth; shew forth from day to day his salvation. 24 Declare his glory among the heathen; his marvellous works among all nations. 25 For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised: he also is to be feared above all gods. 26 For all the gods of the people are idols: but the Lord made the heavens. 27 Glory and honour are in his presence; strength and gladness are in his place. 28 Give unto the Lord, ye kindreds of the peo u pie, give unto the Lord glory and strength. 29 Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come before him: worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. 30 Fear before him, all the earth: the world also shall be stable, that it be not moved. 31 Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice: and let men say among the nations, The Lord reign eth. 32 Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof: let the fields rejoice, aud all that is therein. 33 Then shall the trees of the wood sing out at the presence of the Lord, because he cometh to judge the earth. 34 O give thanks i.nto the Lord ; for he is good ; for his mercy endureth for ever. 35 And say ye, Save us, O God of our salvation, and gather us together, and deliver us from the heathen, that we may give thanks to thy holy name, and glory in thy praise. 36 Blessed be the Lord God of Israel for ever and. ever. And all the people said, Amen, and praised the Lord. 37 So he left there before the ark of the coven- ant of the Lord Asaph and his brethren, to min- ister before the ark continually, as every day's work required: 38 And Obed-edom with their brethren, three- score and eight; Obed-edom also the son of Jedu- thum and Hosah to be porters: 39 And Zadok the priest, and his brethren the priests, before the tabernacle of the Lord in the high place that was at Gibeon, 40 To offer burnt offerings unto> the Lord upon the altar of the burnt offering continually morn- ing and evening, and to do> according to all that is written in the law of the Lord, which he com- manded Israel; 41 And with them Heman and Jeduthun, and the rest that were chosen, who were expressed by name, to give thanks to the Lord, because his mercy endureth for ever; 42 And with them Heman and Jeduthun with trumpets and cymbals for those that should make a sound, and with musical instruments of God. And the sons of Jeduthun were porters. 43 And all the people departed every man to his house : and David returned to' bless his house. CHAPTER XVn. (17) 1 Nathan first approving the purpose of David, to build God an bouse, '6 after by the word of God forbiddeth him. 11 He promiseth him blessings and benefits in his seed. 16 David's prayer and thanksgiving. iVTOW it came to pass, as David sat in his -Lli house, that David said to Nathan the prophet, Lo, I dwell in an house of cedars, but the ark of the covenant of the Lord remaineth under curtains. 2 Then Nathan said unto David, Lr> all that is in thine heart; for God is with thee. 3 And it came to pass the same night, that the word of God came to Nathan, saying, 4 Go and tell David my servant, Thus saith the Lord, Thou shalt not build me an house to dwell in: 5 For I have not dwelt in an house since the day that I brought up Israel unto this day; but have gone from tent to tent, and from one taber- nacle to another. 6 Wheresoever I have walked with all Israel, spake I a word to any of the judges of Israel, whom I commanded to feed my people, saying, Why have ye not built me an house of cedars? 7 Now therefore thus shalt thou say unto my servant David, Thus saith the Lord of hosts, I took thee from the sheepcote, even from follow- ing the sheep, that thou shouldest be ruler over my people Israel: 8 And I have been with thee whithersoever thou hast walked, and have cut off all thine ene- mies from before thee, and have made thee a name like the name of the great men that are in the earth. 9 Also I will ordain a place for my people Is- 323 God 's promises to David. I. CHRONICLES, XVIII. (18) David's officers. rael, and will plant them, and they shall dwell in their place, and shall be moved no more; neither shall the children of wickedness waste them any more, as at the beginning, 10 And" since the time that I commanded judges to be over my people Israel. Moreover I will subdue all thine enemies. Furthermore I tell thee that the Lord will build thee an house. 11 And it shall come to pass, when thy days be expired that thou must go to be with thy fathers, that I will raise up thy seed after thee, which shall be of thy sons; and I will establish his king- dom. .12 He shall build me an house, and I will stab- lish his throne for ever. 13 I will be his father, and he shall be my son : and I will not take my mercy away from him, as I took it from him that was before thee : 14 But I will settle him in mine house and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be established for evermore. 15 According to all these words, and according to all this vision, so did Nathan speak unto David. 16 And David the king came and sat before the Lord, and said, Who am I, O Lord God, and what is mine house, that thou hast brought me hitherto? 17 And yet this was a small thing in thine eyes, O God; for thou hast also spoken of thy sen- vant's house for a great while to> come, and hast regarded me according to the estate of a man of high degree, O Lord God. 18 What can David speak more to thee for the honour of thy servant? for thou knowest thy ser- vant. 19 O Lord, for thy servant's sake, and accord- ing to thine own heart, hast thou done all this greatness, in making known all these great things. 20 O Lord, there is none like thee, neither is there any God beside thee, according to all that we have heard with our ears. 21 And what one nation in the earth is like thy people Israel, whom God went to redeem to be his own people, to make thee a name of great- ness and terribleness, by driving out nations from before thv people, whom thou hast redeemed out of Egypt? 22 For thy people Israel didst thou make thine own people for ever; and thou, Lord, becamest their God. 23 Therefore now, Lord, let the thing that thou hast spoken concerning thy servant and concern- ing his house be established for ever, and do as thou hast said. 24 Let it even be established, that thy name may be magnified for ever, saying, The Lord of hosts is the God of Israel, even a God to Israel: and let the house of David thy servant be estab- lished before thee. 25 For thou, O my God, hast told thy servant that thou wilt build him an house: therefore thy servant hath found in his heart to pray before thee. 26 And now, Lord, thou art God, and hast promised this goodness unto thy servant: 27 Now therefore let it please thee to bless the house of thy servant, that it may be before thee for ever: for thou blessest, O Lord, and it shall be blessed for ever. CHAPTER XVIH. (18) 1 David subdueth the Philistines and the Moabites. 3 He smiteth Hadarezer and the Syrians. 9 Tou send- eth Hadoram with presents to bless David. 11 The presents and the spoil David dedicateth to God. 13 He putteth Garrisons in Edom. 14 David's officers. IVTOW after this it came to pass, that David -131 smote the Philistines, and subdued them, and took Gath and her towns out of the hand of the Philistines. 2 And he smote Moab; and the Moabites be- came David's servants, and brought gifts. 3 And David smote Hadarezer king of Zobah unto Hamath, as he went to stablish his dominion by the river Euphrates. 4 And David took from him a thousand char- iots, and seven thousand horsemen, and twenty thousand footmen: David also* houghed all the chariot horses, but reserved of them an hundred chariots. 5 And when the Syrians of Damascus came to help Hadarezer king of Zobah, David slew of the Syrians two and twenty thousand men. 6 Then David put garrisons in Syria-damascus ; and the Syrians became David's servants, and brought gifts. Thus the Lord preserved David whithersoever he went. 7 And David took the shields of gold that were on the servants of Hadarezer, and brought them to Jerusalem. 8 Likewise from Tibhath, and from Chun, cities of Hadarezer, brought David very much brass, wherewith Solomon made the brasen sea, and the pillars, and the vessels of brass. 9 Now when Tou king of Hamath heard how David had smitten all the host of Hadarezer king of Zobah; 10 He sent Hadoram his son to king David, to enquire of his welfare, and to congratulate him, because he had fought against Hadarezer, and smitten him: (for Hadarezer had war with Tou;) and with him all manner of vessels of gold and silver and brass. 11 Them also king David dedicated unto the Lord, with the silver, and the gold that he brought from all these nations; from Edom, and from Moab, and from the children of Ammon, and from the Philistines, and from Amalek. 12 Moreover Abishai the son of Zeruiah slew of the Edomites in the valley of salt eighteen thousand. 13 And he put garrisons in Edom; and all the Edomites became David's servants. 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CHEONICLES, XIX, (19) Rabbah is spoiled. 14 So David reigned over all Israel, and ex- ecuted judgment and justice among all his people. 15 And Joab the son of Zeruian was over the host; and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud, re- corder. 16 And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Abime- lech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Shavsha was scribe; 17 And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and the sons of David were chief about the king. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 David's messengers, sent to comfort Hanun the son of Nahash, are villanously entreated. 6 The Ammo- nites, strengthened by the Syrians, are overcome by Joab and Abishai. 16 Shophach, making a new sup- ply of the Syrians, is slain by David. ~jVT OW it came to pass after this, that Nahash -L\l the king of the children of Ammon died, and his son reigned in his stead. 2 And David said, I will shew kindness unto Hanun the son of Nahash, because his father shewed kindness to me. And David sent mes- sengers to comfort him concerning his father. So the servants of David came into the land of the children of Ammon to Hanun, to comfort him. 3 But the princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanun, Thinkest thou that David doth honour thy father, that he hath sent comforters unto thee? are not his servants come unto thee for to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land? 4 Wherefore Hanun took David's servants, and shaved them, and cut off their garments in the midst hard by their buttocks, and sent them away. 5 Then there went certain, and told David how the men were served. And he sent to meet them : for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, Tarry at Jericho until your beards be grown, and then return. 6 And when the children of Ammon saw that they had made themselves odious to David, Hanun and the children of Ammon sent a thous- and talents of silver to hire them chariots and horsemen out of Mesopotamia, and out of Syria- maachah, and out of Zobah. 7 So they hired thirty and two thousand char- iots, and the king of Maachah and his people; who came and pitched before Medeba. And the children of Ammon gathered themselves together from their cities, and came to battle. 8 And when David heard of it, he sent Joab, and all the host of the mighty men. 9 And the children of Ammon came out, and put the battle in array before the gate of the city: and the kings that were come were by themselves in the field. 10 Now when Joab saw that the battle was set against him before and behind, he chose out of all the choice of Israel, and put them in array against the Syrians. 11 And the rest of the people he delivered unto the hand of Abishai his brother, and they set themselves in array against the children of Am- mon. 12 And he said, If the Syrians be too strong for me, then thou shalt help me: but if the children of Ammon be too strong for thee> then I will help thee. 13 Be of good courage, and let us behave our- selves valiantly for our people, and for the cities of our God: and let the Lord do that which is good in his sight. 14 So Joab and the people that were with him drew nigh before the Syrians unto the battle; and they fled before him. 15 And when the children of Ammon saw that the Syrians were fled, they likewise fled before Abishai his brother, and entered into the city. Then Joab came to Jerusalem. 16 And when the Syrians saw that they were put to the worse before Israel, they sent mes- sengers, and drew forth the Syrians that were be- yond the river: and Shophach the captain of the host of Hadarezer went before them. 17 And it was told David ; and he gathered all Israel, and passed over Jordan, and came upon, them, and set the battle in array against them. So when David had put the battle in ar- ray against the Syrians, they fought with him. 18 But the Syrians fled before Israel; and! David slew of the Syrians seven thousand men which fought in chariots, and forty thousand foot- men, and killed Shophach the captain of the host. 19 And when the servants of Hadarezer saw that they were put to the worse before Israel, they made peace with Davids and became his ser- vants: neither would the Syrians help the chil- dren of Ammon any more. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 Rabbah is beseiged by Joab, spoiled by David, and the people thereof tortured. 4 Three giants are slain in three several overthrows of tho Philistines. AND it came to pass, that .after the year was expired, at the time that kingai go out to battle, Joab led forth the power of the army, and wasted the country of the children of Ammon, and came and besieged Rabbah. But David tar- ried at Jerusalem. And Joab smote Rabbah, and destroyed it. 2 And David took the crown of their king from off his head, and found it to weigh a talent of gold, and there were precious stones in it; and it was set upon David's head: and he brought also exceeding much spoil out of the city. 3 And he brought out the people that were in it, and cut them with saws, and with harrows of iron, and with axes. Even so dealt David with all the cities of the children of Ammon. And David and all the people returned to Jerusalem. 4 And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines ; at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, that was of the children of the giant: and they were subdued. 324 David numbereth the people. I. CHKONICLES, XXI. (21) Oman's generous offer. 5 And there was war again with the Philis- tines; and Elhanan the son of Jair slew Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, whose spear staff was like a weaver's beam. 6 And yet again there was war at Gath, where was a man of great stature, whose fingers and toes were four and twenty, six on each hand, and six on each foot : and he also was the son of the giant. 7 But when he defied Israel, Jonathan the son of Shimea David's brother slew him. 8 These were born unto the giant in Gath; and they fell by the hand of David, and by the hand of his servants. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 David, tempted by Satan, forceth Joab to number the people. 5 The number of the people being brought David repenteth of it. 9 David having three plagues propounded by Gad c,hooseth the pestilence. 14 Af- ter the death of seventy thousand, David by repent- ance preventeth the destruction of Jerusalem. 18 Da- vid, by Gad's direction, purchaseth Oman's threshing- floor: where having built an altar, God giveth a sign of his favour by fire, and stayeth the plague. 28 Da- vid sacriflceth there, being restrained from Gibeon by fear of the angel. AND Satan stood up against Israel, and pro- voked David to number Israel. 2 And David said to Joab and to the rulers of the people, Go, number Israel from Beer-sheba even to Dan; and bring the number of them to me, that I may know it. 3 And Joab answered, The Lord make his peo- ple an hundred times so many more as they be: but, my lord the king, are they not all my lord's servants? why then doth my lord require this thing why will he be a cause of trespass to Israel? 4 Nevertheless the king's word prevailed against Joab. Wherefore Joab departed, and went throughout all Israel, and came to Jeru- salem. 5 And Joab gave the sum of the number of the people unto David. And all they of Israel were a thousand thousand and an hundred thousand men that drew sword: and Judah was four hun- dred threescore and ten thousand men that drew sword. 6 But Levi and Benjamin counted he not among them: for the king's Vsord was abomin- able to Joab. 7 And God was displeased with this thing; therefore he smote Israel. 8 And David said unto God, I have sinned greatly, because I have done this thing: but now, I beseech thee, do away the iniquity of thy ser- vant ; for I have done very foolishly. 9 And the Lord spake unto Gad, David's seer, saying, 10 Go and tell David, saying, Thus saith the Lord, I offer thee three things: choose thee one of them, that I may do it unto thee. 11 So Gad came to David, and said unto him, Thus saith the Lord, Choose thee 12 Either three years' famine ; or three months to be destroyed before thy foes, while that the sword of thine enemies overtaketh thee; or else three days the sword of the Lord, even the pesti- lence, in the land, and the angel of the Lord de- stroying throughout all the coasts of Israel. Now therefore advise myself what word I shall bring again to him that sent me. 13 And David said unto Gad, I am in a great strait: let me fall now into the hand of the Lord; for very great are his mercies: but let me not fall into the hand of man. 14 So the Lord sent pestilence upon Israel : and there fell of Israel seventy thousand men. 15 And God sent an angel unto Jerusalem to destroy it : and as he was destroying, the Lord be- held, and he repented him of the evil, and said to the angel that destroyed, It is enough, stay now thine hand. And the angel of the Lord stood by the threshingfloor of Oman the Jebusite. 16 And David lifted up his eyes, and saw the angel of the Lord stand between the earth and the heaven, having a drawn sword in his hand stretched out over Jerusalem. Then David and the elders of Israel, who were clothed in sack- cloth, fell upon their faces. 17 And David said unto God, Is it not I that commanded the people to be numbered even I it is that have sinned and done evil indeed ; but as for these sheep, what have they done? let thine hand, I pray thee, O Lord my God, be on me, and on my father's house; but not on thy people, that they should be plagued. 18 Then the angel of the Lord commanded Gad to say to David, that David should go up, and set up an altar unto the Lord in the threshingfloor of Oman the Jebusite. 19 And David went up at the saying of Gad, which he spake in the name of the Lord. 20 And Oman turned back, and saw the angel; and his four sons with him hid themselves. Now Oman was threshing wheat 21 And as David came to Oman, Ornau looked and saw David, and went out of the threshing- floor, and bowed himself to David with his face to the ground. 22 Then David said to Oman, Grant me the place of this threshingfloor, that I may build an altar therein unto the Lord: thou shalt grant it me for the full price: that the plague may be stayed from the people. 23 And Oman said unto David, Take it to thee, and let my lord the king do that which is good in his eyes : lo, I give thee the oxen also for burnt of- ferings, and the threshing instruments for wood, and the wheat for the moot offering; I reive it all. 24 And king David said to Oman, Nay; but I will verily buy it for the full price: for I will not take that which is thine for the Lord, nor offer burnt offerings without cost. 25 So David gave to Oman fcr the place six hundred shekels of gold by weight 26 And David built there an altar unto the Lord, and offered burnt offerings and peace offer- 825 I 3 David's charge to Solomon I. CHRONICLES, XXII. (22) Solomon is made Icing. ings, and called upon the Lord; and he answered him from heaven by fire upon the altar of burnt offering. 27 And the Lord commanded the angel ; and he put up his sword again into the sheath thereof. 28 At that time when David saw that the Lord had answered him in the threshingfloor of Oman the Jebusite, then he sacrificed there 29 For the tabernacle of the Lord, which Moses made in the wilderness, and the altar of the burnt offering, were at that season in the high place at Gibeon. 30 But David could not go before it to enquire of God : f oi" he was afraid because of the sword of the angel of the Lord. CHAPTER XXII. (22) 1 David, foreknowing the place of the temple, prepar- eth abundance for the building of it. 6 He instruct- ed Solomon in God's promises, and his duty in build- ing the temple. 17 He chargeth the princes to as- sist his son. THEN David said, This is the house of the Lord God, and this is the altar of the burnt offering for Israel. 2 And David commanded to gather together the strangers that were in the land of Israel ; and he set masons to hew wrought stones to build the house of God. 3 And David prepared iron in abundance for the nails for the doors of the gates, and for the joinings; and brass in abundance without weight; 4 Also cedar trees in abundance: for the Zidonians and they of Tyre brought much cedar wood to David. 5 And David said, Solomon my son is young; and tender, and the house that is to be builded for the Lord must be exceeding niagnifical, of fame and of glory throughout all countries: I will there- fore now make preparation for it. So David pre- pared abundantly before his death. 6 Then he called for Solomon his son, and charged him to build an house for the Lord God of Israel. 7 And David said to Solomon, My son, as for me, it was in my mind to build an house unto the name of the Lord my God : 8 But the word of the Lord came to me, saying, Thou hast shed blood abundantly, and hast made great wars: thou shalt not build an house unto my name, because thou hast shed much blood upon the earth in my sight, 9 Behold, a son shall be born to thee, who shall be a man of rest; and I will give him rest from all his enemies round about : for his name shall be Solomon, and I will give peace and quietness unto Israel in his days. 10 He shall build an house for my name; and he shall be my son, and I will be his father; and I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Is- rael for ever. 11 Now, my son, the Lord be with thee; and prosper thou, and build the house of the Lord thy God, as he hath said of thee. 12 Only the Lord give thee wisdom and under- standing, and give thee charge concerning Israel, that thou niayest keep the law of the Lord thy God. 13 Then shalt thou prosper, if thou takest heed to fulfil the statutes and judgments which the Lord charged Moses with concerning Israel: be strong, and of good courage; dread not, nor be dismayed. 14 Now, behold, in my trouble I have prepared for the house of the Lord an hundred thousand talents of gold, and a thousand thousand talents of silver; and of brass and iron without weight; for it is in abundance: timber also and stone have I prepared; and thou mayest add thereto. 15 Moreover there are workmen with thee in abundance, hewers and workers of stone and tim« ber, and all manner of cunning men for every man j ner of work. 16 Of the gold, the silver, and the brass, and the iron, there is no number. Arise therefore, and he doing, and the Lord be with thee. 17 David also commanded all the princes of Israel to help Solomon his son, saying, 18 Is not the Lord your God with you? and hatE he not given you rest on every side? for he hath given the inhabitants of the land into mine hand; and the land is subdued before the Lord, and be- fore his people. 19 Now set your heart and your soul to seek the Lord your God; arise therefore, and build ye the sanctuary of the Lord God, to bring the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and the holy vessels of God, into the house that is to be built to the name of the Lord. CHAPTER XXIII. (23) 1 David in his old age maketh Solomon !:ing. 2 The number and distribution of the Levites. 7 The fami- lies of the Gershonites. 12 The sons of Kohath. 21 The sons of Merari. 24 The office of the Levites. SO when David was old and full of days, he made Solomon his son king over Israel. 2 And he gathered together all the princes, of Israel, with the priests and the Levites. 3 Now the Levites were numbered from the age of thirty years and upward : and their number by their polls, man by man, was thirty and eight thousand. 4 Of which, twenty and four thousand were to set forward the work of the house of the Lord; and six thousand were officers and judges: 5 Moreover four thousand were porters; and four thousand praised the Lord with the instra- ments which I made, said David, to praise there- with. 6 And David divided them into courses among the sons of Levi, namely, Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. 7 Of the Gershonites were, Laadan, and Shimei. 8 The sons of Laadan ; the chief was Jehiel, and Zetham, and Joel, three. 9 The sons- of Shimei; Shelomith, and Haziel, J 326 fits a •""2 ^ •fl P a iti ^) p 4> q. S? d 3 P -5 Oj H (V +J * n 4> +-> s -- +■> (DO ogag * -p - a «-" S 3 ,q.p^ 4> ("5 O)

    ' IQ r£ ,Q p P S O p +j " M O os 05 a a ,P eS c3 V. S tf !> „§ a> * „ £-* fl O 3 P H CBO C T45 Qffict of the Levites. I. CHRONICLES, XXIV. (24) Divisions of the sons of Aaron. and Haran, three. These were the chief of the fathers of Laadan. 10 And the sons of Shimei were, Jahath, Zina, and Jeush, and Beriah. These four .were the sons of Shimei. 11 And Jahath was the chief, and Zizah the second: but Jeush and Beriah had not many sons; therefore they were in one reckoning, according to their father's house. 12 The sons of Kohath; Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four. 13 The sons of Amram; Aaron and Moses: and Aaron was separated, that he should sanctify the most holy things, he and his sons for ever, to burn incense before the Lord, to minister unto him, and to bless in his name for ever. 14 Now concerning Moses the man' of God, his sons were named of the tribe of Levi. 15 The sons of Moses were 2 Gershom, and Eliezer. 16 Of the sons of Gershom, Shebuel was the chief. 17 And the sons of Eliezer were, Rehabiah the chief. And Eliezer had none other sons ; but the sons of Kahabiah were very many. 18 Of the sons of Izhar; Shelomith the chief. 19 Of the sons, of Hebron; Jeriah the first Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth. 20 Of the sons of Uzziel ; Micah the first, and Jesiah the second. 21 The sons of Merari; ( Mahli, and Mushi. The sons of Mahli; Eleazar, and Kish. 22 And Eleazar died, and had no sons, but daughters: and their brethren the sons of Kish took them. 23 The sons of Mushi; Mahli, and Eder, and Jeremoth, three. 24 These Were the sons of Levi after the house of their fathers; even the chief of the fathers, as they were counted by number of names by their polls, that did the work for the service of the house of the Lord, from the age of twenty years and upward. 25 For David said, The Lord God of Israel hath given rest unto his people, that they may dwell in Jerusalem for ever: 26 And also unto the Levites; they shall no more carry the tabernacle, nor any vessels of it for the service thereof. 27 For by the last words of David the Levites were numbered from twenty years old and above: 28 Because their office was to wait on the sons i of Aaron for the service of the house of the Lord, in the courts, and in the chambers, and in the purifying of all holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God; 29 Both for the shewbread, and for the fine flour for meat offering, and for the unleavened cakes, and for that which is baked in the pan, and for that which is fried, and for all manner of measure and size; 18 30 And to stand every morning to thank and praise the Lord, and likewise at even; 31 And to offer all burnt sacrifices unto the Lord in the sabbaths, in the new moons, and on the set feasts, by number, according to the order commanded unto them, continually before the Lord: 32 And that they should keep the charge of the tabernacle of the congregation, and the charge of the holy place, and the charge of the sons of Aaron their brethren, in the service of the house of the Lord. CHAPTER XXIV. (24| 1 The divisions of the sons of Aaron by lot into four and twenty orders. 20 The Kohathites, 27 and the Merarites divided by lot. "IVTOW these are the divisions of the sons of -1.1 Aaron. The sons of Aaron; Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. 2 But Nadab and Abihu died before their father, and had no children: therefore Eleazar and Ithamar executed the priest's office. 3 And David distributed them, both Zadok of the sons of Eleazar, and Ahimelech of the sons of Ithamar, according to their offices in their service. 4 And there were more chief men found of the sons of Eleazar than of the sons of Ithamar; and thus were they divided. Among the sons of Elea- zar there were 1 , sixteen chief men of the house of their fathers, and eight among the sons of Itha- mar according to the house of their fathers. 5 Thus were they divided by lot, one sort with another; for the governors of the sanctuary, and governors of the house of God, were of the sons of Eleazar, and of the sons of Ithamar. 6 And Shemaiah the soa of Nethaneel the scribe, one of the Levites, wrote them before the king, and the princes, and Zadok the priest, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, and before the chief of the fathers of the priests and Levites: one principal household being taken for Eleazar, and one taken for Ithamar. 7 Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiabi, 8 The third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim, 9 The fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijaminj, 10 The seventh to Hakkoz, the eighth to Abijah, 11 The ninth to Jeshuah, the tenth to She- caniah, 12 The eleventh to Eliashib, the twelfth to Ja* kim, 13 The thirteenth to Huppah, the fourteenth to Jeshebeab, 14 The fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Im- mer, 15 The seventeenth to Hezir, the eighteenth to Aphses, 16 The nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezekel, 17 The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul, 18 The three and twentieth to Delaiah, the four and twentieth to Maaziah. 837 The divisions of I. CHRONICLES, XXV. (25) the singers by lot. 19 These were the orderings of them in their service to come into the house of the IiOrd, accord- ing to their manner, under Aaron their father, as the Lord God of Israel had commanded him. 20 And the rest of the sons of Levi were these : Of the sons of Amram: Shubael: of the sons of Shubael ; Jehdeiah. 21 Concerning Rehabiah: of the sons of Reha- biah, the first was Isshiah. 22 Of the Izharites; Shelomoth: of the sons of Shelomoth; Jahath. 23 And the sons of Hebron; Jeriah the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, Jeka- meam the fourth. 24 Of the sons of Uzziel ; Michah : of the sons of Michah; Shamir. 25 The brother of Michah was Isshiah: of the sons of Isshiah ; Zechariah. 26 The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi: the sons of Jaaziah; Beno. 27 The sons of Merari by Jaaziah; Beno, and Shoham, and Zaccur, and Ibri. 28 Of Mahli came Eleazar, who had no sons. 29 Concerning Kish; the son of Kish was Jerahmeel. 30 The sons also of Mushi; Mahli, and Eder, and Jerimoth. These were the sons of the Le- vites after the house of their fathers. 31 These likewise cast lots over against their brethren the sons of Aaron in the presence of David the king, and Zadok, and Ahimelech, and the chief of the fathers of the priests and Levites, even the principal fathers over against their younger brethren. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 The number and offices of the singers. 8 Their division by lot into four and twenty orders. MOREOVER David and the captains of tine host separated to the service of the sons of Asaph, and of Heman, and of Jeduthun, who should prophesy with harps, with psalteries, and with cymbals: and the number of the workmen according to their service was: 2 Of the sons of Asaph; Zaccur, and Joseph, and Nethaniah, and Asarelah, the sons of Asaph under the hands of Asaph, which prophesied ac- cording to the order of the king. 3 Of Jeduthun: the sons of Jeduthun; Geda- liah, and Zeri, and Jeshaiah, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah, six, under the hands of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with a harp, to give thanks and to praise the Lord. 4 Of Heman: the sons of Heman; Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, and Jerimoth, Han- aniah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, and RomamtL- ezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi,, Hothir, and Maha- zioth: 5 All these were the sons of Heman the king's seer in the words of God, to lift up the horn. And God gave to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters. 6 All these were under the hands of their father for song in the house of the Lord, with cym- bals, psalteries, and harps, for the service of the house of God, according to the king's order to Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman. 7 So the number of them, with their brethren that were instructed in the songs oi the Lord, even all that were cunning, was two hundred four* score and eight. 8 And they cast lots, ward against ward, as well the small as the great, the teacher as the scholar. 9 Now the first lot came forth for Asaph to Joseph: the second to Gedaliah, who with his brethren and sons were twelve: . 10 The third to Zaccur, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 11 The fourth to Izri, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 12 The fifth to Nethaniah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 13 The sixth to Bukkiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve : 14 The seventh to Jesharelah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 15 The eighth to Jeshaiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: * 16 The ninth to Mattaniah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve : 17 The tenth to Shimei, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 18 The eleventh to Azareel, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 19 The twelfth to Hashabiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 20 The thirteenth to Shubael, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve : 21 The fourteenth to Mattithiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 22 The fifteenth to Jeremoth, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 23 The sixteenth to Hananiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 24 The seventeenth to Joshbekashah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 25 The eighteenth to Hanani, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve : 26 The nineteenth to Mallothi, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve : 27 The twentieth to Eliathah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve : 28 The one and twentieth to Hothir, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 29 The two and twentieth to Giddalti, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve . 30 The three and twentieth, to Mahazioth, he his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: 31 The four and twentieth to Romamti-ezer, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve. J 328 w The charge of the treasures. I. CHEONICLES, XXVI. (26) The captains of each month. CHAPTER XXVI. (26) 1 The divisions of the porters. 13 The gates assigned by lot. 20 The Levites that had charge of the trea- sures. 29 Officers and judges. CONCERNING the divisions of the porters: Of the Korhites was Meshelemiah the son of Kore, of the sons of Asaph. 2 And the sons of Meshelemiah were, Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, 3 Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, Elioenai the seventh. 4 Moreover the sons of Obed-edom were, Shemaiah the firstborn, Jehozabad the second, Joah the third, and Sacar the fourth, and Ne- thaneel the fifth, 5 Ammiel the sixth, Issachar the seventh, Peulthai the eighth: for God blessed him. 6 Also unto Shemaiah his son were sons born, that ruled throughout the house of their father ; for they were mighty men of valour. 7 The sons of Shemaiah ; Othni, and Rephael, and Obed, Elzabad, whose brethren were strong men, Elihu, and Semachiah. 8 All these of the sons of Obed-edom : they and their sons and their brethren, able men for strength for the service, were threescore and two of Obed-edom. 9 And Meshelemiah had sons and brethren, strong men, eighteen. 10 Also Hosah, of the children of Merari, had sons ; Simri the chief, (for though he was not the grstborn, yet his father made him the chief;) 11 Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brethren of Hosah were thirteen. 12 Among these were the divisions of the por- ters, even among the chief men, having wards one against another, to minister in the house of the Lord. 13 And they cast lots, as well the small as the great, according to the house of their fathers, for every gate. 11 And the lot eastward fell to Shelemiah. Then for Zechariah hisi son, a wise counsellor, they cast lots ; and his lot came out northward. 15 To Obed-edom southward; and to his sons the house of Asuppim. 16 To Shuppim and Hosah the lot came forth westward, with the gate Shallecheth, by the causeway of the going up, ward against ward. 17 Eastward were six Levites, northward four a day, southward four a day, and toward Asuppim two and two. 18 At Parbar westward, four at the causeway, and two at Parbar. 19 These are the divisions of the porters among the sons of Kore, and among the sons of Merari. 20 And of the Levites, Ahijah was over the treasures of the house of God, and over the treas- ures of the dedicated things. 21 As concerning the sons of Laadan ; the sons of the Gershonite Laadan, chief fathers, even of Laadan the Gershonite, were Jehieli. 22 The sons of Jehieli; Zetham, and Joel his brother, which were over the treasures of the house of the Lord. 23 Of the Amramites, and the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites: 24 And Shebuel the son of Gershom, the son of Moses, was ruler of the treasures. 25 And his brethren by Eliezer ; Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son. 26 Which Shelomith and his brethren were over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the chief fathers, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated. 27 Out of the spoils won in battles did they dedicate to maintain the house of the Lord. 28 And all that Samuel the seer, and Saul the son of Kish, and Abner the son of Xer, and Joab the son of Zeruiah, had dedicated ; and whosoever had dedicated any thing, it was under the hand of Shelomith, and of his brethren. 29 Of the Izharites, Chenaniah and his sons were for the outward business over Israel, for offi- cers and judges. 30 And of the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his brethren, men of valour, a thousand and seven hundred, were officers among them of Israel on. this side Jordan westward in all the business of the Lord, and in the service of the king. 31 Among the Hebronites was Jerijah the chief, even among the Hebronites, according to the generations of his fathers. In the fortieth 1 year of the reign of David they were sought for, and there were found among them mighty men of valour at Jazer of Gilead. 32 And his brethren, men of valour, were two thousand and seven hundred chief fathers, whom king David made rulers over the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh, for every matter pertaining to God, and affairs of the king. CHAPTER XXVn. (27) 1 The twelve captains for every several month. 16 The princes of the twelve tribes. 23 The numbering of the people is hindered. 25 David's several officers. "jVTOW the children of Israel after their num- -i-^l ber, to wit, the chief fathers and captains of thousands and hundreds^ and their officers that served the king in any matter of the courses, which came in and went out month by month throughout all the months of the year, of every course were twenty and four thousand. 2 Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 3 Of the children of Perez was the chief of all the captains of the host for the first month. 4 And over the course of the second month was Dodai an Ahohite, and of his course was Mikloth also the ruler: in his course likewise were twenty and four thousand. 329 J)avid'a officers. I. CHRONICLES, XXVIII. (28) The princes of the tribes. 5 The third captain of the host for the third month was Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, a chief priest: and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 6 This is that Benaiah, who was mighty among the thirty, and above the thirty : and in his course was Ammizabad his son. 7 The fourth captain for the fourth month was Asahel the brother of Joab, and Zebadiah his son after him : and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 8 The fifth captain for the fifth month was Shamhuth the Izrahite: and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 9 The sixth captain for the sixth month was Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite: and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 10 The seventh captain for the seventh month was Helez the Pelonite, of the children of Eph- raim: and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 11 The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zarhites : and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 12 The ninth captain for the ninth month was Abiezer the Anetothite, of the Benjamites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 13 The tenth captain for the tenth month was Maharai the Netophathite, of the Zarhites : and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 11 The eleventh captain for the eleventh month was Benaiah the Pirathonite, of the children of Ephraim : and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 15 The twelfth captain for the twelfth month was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand. 1G Furthermore over the tribes of Israel: the ruler of the Reubenites was Eliezer the son of Zichri: of the Simeonites, Shephatiah the son of Maachah : 17 Of the Levites, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel : of the Aaronites, Zadok : 18 Of Judah, Elihu, one of the brethren of David: of Issachar, Omri the son of Michael: 19 Of Zebulun, Ishmaiah the son of Obadiah: of Naphtali, Jerimoth the son of Azriel: 20 Of the children of Ephraim, Hoshea the son of Azaziah : of the half tribe of Manasseh, Joel the son of Pedaiah: 21 Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner: 22 Of Dan, Azareel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel. 23 But David took not the number of them from twenty years old and under: because the Lord had said he would increase Israel like to the stars of the heavens. 24 Joab the son of Zeruiah began to number, but he finished not, because there fell wrath for it against Israel; neither was the number put in the account of the chronicles of king David. 25 And over the king's treasures was Azma- veth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jehonathan the son of Uzziah: 26 And over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub: 27 And over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite: over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite: 28 And over the olive trees and the sycomore trees that were in the low plains was Baal-hanan the Gederite: and over the cellars of oil was Joash : 29 And over the herds that fed in Sharon was Shitrai the Sharonite: and over the herds that were in the valleys was Shaphat the son of Adlai: 30 Over the camels also was Obil the Isbmael- ite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Me- ronothite: 31 And over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagerite. All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's. 32 Also Jonathan David's uncle was a coun- sellor, a wise man, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's sons: 33 And Ahithophel was the king's counsellor: and Hushai the Archite was the king's com- panion : " 34 And after Ahithophel was Jehoiada the son of Benaiah, and Abiathar: and the general of the king's army was Joab. CHAPTER XXVIH. (28) 1 David in a solemn assembly having declared God's favour to him, and promise to his son Solomon, ex- horteth them to fear God. 9, 20 He encourageth Solomon to build the temple. 11 He giveth him pat- terns for the form, and gold and silver for the ma- terials. AND David assembled all the princes of Is- rael, the princes of the tribes, and the cap- tains of the companies that ministered to the king by course, and the captains over the thousands, and captains over the hundreds, aud the stew- 1 ards over all the substance and possession of the king, and of his sons, with the officers, and with the mighty men, and with all the valiant men, unto Jerusalem. 2 Then David the king stood up upon his feet, and said, Hear me, my brethren, and my people: As for me, I had in mine heart to build an house of rest for the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and for the footstool of our God, and had made ready for the building : 3 But God said unto me, Thou shalt not build an house for my name, because thou hast been a man of war, and hast shed blood. 4 Howbeit the Lord God of Israel chose me be- fore all the house of my father to be king over Is- rael for ever: for he hath chosen Judah to be the ruler; and of the house of Judah, the house of my father; and among the sons of my father he liked me to make me king over all Israel : 5 And of all my sons, (for the Lord hath given 330 m David encourageth Solomon I. 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(29) to build the temple. me many sons,) he hath chosen Solomon my son to sit upon the throne of the kingdom of the Lord over Israel. 6 And he said unto me, Solomon thy son, he shall build my house and my courts: for I have chosen him to be my son, and I will be his father. 7 Moreover I will establish his kingdom for ever, if he be constant to do my commandments and my judgments, as at this day. 8 Now therefore in the sight of all Israel the congregation of the Lord, and in the audience of our God, keep and seek for all the commandments of the Lord your God: that ye may possess this good land, and leave it for an inheritance for your children after you for ever. 9 And thou, Solomon my son, know thou the God of thy father, and serve him with a perfect heart and with a willing mind: for the Lord searcheth all hearts, and understandeth all the imaginations of the thoughts: if thou seek him, he will be found of thee ; but if thou forsake him, he will cast thee off for ever. 10 Take heed now; for the Lord hath chosen thee to build an house for the sanctuary: be strong, and do it. 11 Then David gave to Solomon his son the pattern of the porch, and of the houses thereof, and of the treasuries thereof, and of the upper chambers thereof, and of the inner parlours there- of, and of the place of the mercy seat, 12 And the pattern of all that he had by the spirit, of the courts of the house of the Lord, and of all the chambers round about, of the treasuries of the house of God, and of the treasuries of the dedicated things: 13 Also for the courses of the priests and the Levites, and for all the work of the service of the house of the Lord, and for all the vessels of service in the house of the Lord. 14 He gave of gold by weight for things of gold, for all instruments of all manner of service; silver also for all instruments of silver by weight, for all instruments of every kind of service: 15 Even the weight for the candlesticks of gold, and for their lamps of gold, by weight for every candlestick, and for the lamps thereof: and for, the candlesticks of silver by weight, both for the candlestick, and also for the lamps thereof, ac- cording to the use of every candlestick. 16 And by weight he gave gold for the tables of shewbrea'd, for every table; and likewise silVer for the tables of silver: 17 Also pure gold for the fleshhooks, and the bowls, and the cups: and for the golden basons he gave gold by weight for every bason; and like^ wise silver by weight for every bason of silver. IS And for the altar of incense refined gold by weight ; and gold for the pattern of the chariot of the cherubims, that spread out their wings, and covered the ark of the covenant of the Lord. 19 All this, said David, the Lord made me un- derstand in writing by his hand upon me, even all the works of this pattern. 20 And David said to Solomon his son, Be strong and of good courage, and do it : fear not, nor be dismayed: for the Lord God, even my God, will be with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee, until thou hast finished all the work for the service of the house of the Lord. 21 And, behold, the courses of the priests and the Levites, even they shall be with thee for all the service of the house of God: and there shall be with thee for all manner of workmanship every willing skilful man, for any manner of service: also the princes and all the people will be wholly at thy commandment. CHAPTER XXIX. (29) 1 David, by his example and intreaty, 6 causeth the princes and people to offer willingly. 10 David's thanksgiving and prayer. 20 The people, having blessed God, and sacrificed, make Solomon king. 2(5 David's reign and death. FURTHERMORE David the king said unto all the congregation, Solomon my son whom alone God hath chosen, is yet young and tender, and the work is great: for the palace is not for man, but for the Lord God. 2 Now I have prepared with all my might for the house of my God the gold for things to be made of gold, and the silver for things of silver, and the brass for things of brass, the iron for things of iron, and wood for things of wood ; onyx stones, and stones to be set, glistering stones, and of divers colours, and all manner of precious stones, and marble stones in abundance. 3 Moreover, because I have set my affection to the house of my God, I have of mine own proper good, of gold and silver, which I have given to the house of my God, over and above all that I have prepared for the holy house, 4 Even three thousand talents of gold, of the gold of Ophir, and seven thousand talents of re- fined silver, to overlay the walls of the houses withal : 5 The gold for things of gold, and the silver for things of silver, and for all manner of work to be made by the hands of artificers. And who then is willinc to consecrate his service this day unto the Lord? 6 Then the chief of the fathers and princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers of the king's work, offered willingly, 7 And gave for the service of the house of God of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand drams, and of silver ten thousand talents, and of brass eighteen thousand talents, and one hun- dred thousand talents of iron. 8 And they with whom precious stones were found gave them to the treasure of the house of the Lord, by the hand of Jehiel the Gershonite. 9 Then the people rejoiced, for that they of- fered willingly, because with perfect heart they offered willingly to the Lord : and David the king also rejoiced with great joy. 10 Wherefore David blessed the Lord before all the congregation: and David said, Blessed be 331 Solomon made king. II, CHRONICLES, I. (1) Solomon's choice of wisdom. thou, Lord God of Israel our father, for ever aud ever. 11 Thine, Lord, is the greatness, aud the pow- er, and the glory, and the victory, and the maj- esty : for all that is in the heaven and in the earth is thine; thine is the kingdom, O Lord, and thou art exalted as head above all. 12 Both riches and honour come of thee, and thou reignest over all ; and in thine hand is power and might ; and in thine hand it is to make great and to give strength unto all. 13 Now therefore, our God, we thank thee, and praise thy glorious name. 11 But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able to offer so willingly after this sort? for all things come of thee, and of thine own have we given thee. 15 For we are strangers before thee, and so- journers, as were all our fathers : our days on the earth are as a shadow, and there is none abiding. 16 O Lord our God, all this store that we have prepared to build thee an house for thine holy name cometh of thine hand, and is all thine own. 17 I know also, my God, that thou triest the heart, and hast pleasure in uprightness. As for me, in the uprightness of mine heart I have willingly offered all these things: and now have I seen with joy thy people, which are present here, to offer willingly unto thee. IS O Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and of Is- rael, our fathers, keep this for ever in the imagina- tion of the thoughts of the heart of thy people, and prepare their heart unto thee : 19 And give unto Solomon my son a perfect heart, to keep thy commandments, thy testimo- nies, and thy statutes, and to do all these things, and to build the palace, for the which I have made provision. 20 And David said to all the congregation, Now bless the Lord your God. And all the con- gregation blessed the Lord God of their fathers, and bowed down their heads, and worshipped the Lord, and the king- 21 And they sacrificed sacrifices unto the Lord, and offered burnt offerings unto the Lord, on the morrow after that day, even a thousand bullocks, a thousand rams, and a thousand lambs, with their drink offerings, and sacrifices in abundance for all Israel: 22 And did eat and drink before the Lord on that day with great gladness. And they made Solomon the son of David king the second time, and anointed him unto the Lord to be the chief governor, and Zadok to be priest. 23 Then Solomon sat on the throne of the Lord as king instead of David his father, and pros- pered; and all Israel obeyed him. 24 And all the princes, and the mighty men, and all the sons likewise of king David, submitted themselves unto Solomon the king. 25 And the Lord magnified Solomon exceed- ingly in the sight of all Israel, and bestowed upon him such royal majesty as had not been on any king before him in Israel. 26 Thus David the son of Jesse reigned over all Israel. 27 And the time that he reigned over Israel was forty years; seven years reigned he in He- bron, and thirty and three years reigned he in Jerusalem. 28 And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honour: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead. 29 Now the acts of David the king, first and last, behold, they are written in the book of Sam- uel the seer, and in the book of Nathan the prophet, and in the book of Gad the seer, 30 With all his reign and his might, and the times that went over him, and over Israel, and over all the kingdoms of the countries. THE SECOND BOOK OF THE CHRONICLES. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The solemn offering of Solomon at Gibeon. 7 Solo mon's choice of wisdom is blessed by God. 13 Solo- mon's strength and wealth. AND Solomon the son of David was strength- ened in his kingdom, and the Lord his God was with him, and magnified him exceedingly. 2 Then Solomon spake unto all Israel, to the captains of thousands and of hundreds, and to the judges, and to every governor in all Israel, the chief of the fathers. 3 So Solomon, and all the congregation with him, went to the high place that was at Gibeon; for there was the tabernacle of the congregation of God, which Moses the servant of the Lord had made in the wilderness. 4 But the ark of God had David brought up from Kirjath-jearim to the place which David had prepared for it : for he had pitched a tent for it at Jerusalem. 5 Moreover the brasen altar, that Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur had made, he put be- fore the tabernacle of the Lord: and Solomon and the congregation sought unto it. 6 And Solomon went up thither to the brasen altar before the Lord, which was at the taber- nacle of the congregation, and offered a thousand burnt offerings upon it. 7 In that night did God appear unto Solomon, and said unto him, Ask what I shall give thee. 8 And Solomon said unto God, Thou hast shewed great mercy unto David my father, and 332 Solomon's embassage II. 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(2) to Huram. hast made me to reign in his stead. 9 Now, O Lord God, let thy promise unto David my father be established : for thou hast made me king over a people like the dust of the earth in multitude. 10 Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this thy people, that is so great? 11 And God said to Solomon, Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, nor the life of thine enemies, neither yet hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself, that thou may- est judge my people, over whom I have made thee king: 12 Wisdom and knowledge is granted unto thee; and I will give thee riches, and wealth, and honour, such as none of the kings have had that have been before thee, neither shall there any after thee have the like. 13 Then Solomon came from his journey to the high place that was at Gibeon to Jerusalem, from before the tabernacle of the congregation, and reigned over Israel. 14 And Solomon gathered chariots and horse- men: and he had a thousand and four hundred chariots, and twelve thousand horsemen, which he placed in the chariot cities, and with the king at Jerusalem. 15 And the king made silver and gold at Jeru- salem as plenteous as stones, and cedar trees made he as the sycomore trees that are in the vale for abundance. 16 And Solomon had horses brought out of Egypt, and linen yarn: the king's merchants re- ceived the linen yarn at a price. 17 And they fetched up, and brought forth out of Egypt a chariot for six hundred shekels of sil- ver, and an horse for an hundred and fifty: and so Drought they out horses for all the kings of the Hitittes, and for the kings of Syria, by their means. CHAPTER II. (2) 1, 17 Solomon's labourers for the building of the tem- ple. 3 His embassage to Huram for wortnnen and provision of stuff. 11 Huram sendeth him a kind answer. AND Solomon determined to build an house for the name of the Lord, and an house for his kingdom. 2 And Solomon told out threescore and ten thousand men to bear burdens, and fourscore thousand to hew in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred to oversee them. 3 And Solomon sent to Huram the king of Tyre, saying, As thou didst deal with David my father, and didst send him cedars to build him an house to dwell therein, even so deal with me. 4 Behold, I build an house to the name of the Lord my God, to dedicate it to him, and to burn before him sweet incense, and for the continual shewbread, and for the burnt offerings morning and evening, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts of the Lord our God. This is an ordinance for ever to Israel. 5 And the house which I b&ild is great: for great is our God above all gods. 6 But who is able to build him an house, see- ing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot con- tain him? who am I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him?i 7 Send me now therefore a man cunning to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, and in, iron, and in purple, and crimson, and blue,and that can skill to grave with the cunning men that are with me in Judah and in Jerusalem, whom David my father did provide. 8 Send me also cedar trees, fir trees, and al- gum trees, out of Lebanon: for I know that thy servants can skill to cut timber in Lebanon; and, behold, my servants shall be with thy servants, 9 Even to prepare me timber in abundance : for the house which I am about to build shall be won- derful great. 10 And, behold, I will give to thy servants, the hewers that cut timber, twenty thousand meas- ures of beaten wheat, and twenty thousand meas- ures of barley, and twenty thousand baths of wine, and twenty thousand baths of oil. 11 Then Huram the king of Tyre answered in writing, which he sent to Solomon, Because the Lord hath loved his people, he hath made thee king over them. 12 Huram said moreover, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, that made heaven and earth, who hath given to David the king a wise son, endued with prudence and understanding, that might build an house for the Lord, and an house for his kingdom. 13 And now I have sent a cunning man, en- dued with understanding, of Huram my father's, 14 The son of a woman of the daughters of Dan, and his father was a man of Tyre, skillful to work in gold, and in silver, in brass, in iron, in stone, and in timber, in purple, in blue, and in fine linen, and in crimson: also to grave any manner of grav- ing, and to find out every device which shall be put to him, with thy cunning men, and with the cunning men of my lord David thy father. 15 Now therefore the wheat, and the barley, the oil, and the wine, which my lord hath spoken of, let him send unto his servants: 16 And we will cut wood out of Lebanon, as much as thou shalt need: and we will bring it to thee in flotes by sea to Joppa; and thou shalt carry it up to Jerusalem. 17 And Solomon numbered all the. strangers that were in the land of Israel, after the number- ing wherewith David his father had numbered them; and they were found an hundred and fifty thousand and three thousand and six hundred. 18 And he set threescore and ten thousand of them to be bearers of burdens, and fourscore thousand to be hewers in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred overseers to set the peo- ple a work. 333 Time of building the temple. II. CHEONICLES, III. (3) The molten sea. CHAPTER HI. (3) 1 The place, and time of building the temple. 3 The measure and ornaments of the house. 31 The che- rubims. 14 The vail and pillars. THEN Solomon began to build the bouse of the Lord at Jerusalem in mount Moriah, where the Lord appeared unto David his father, in the pla.ce that David had prepared in the threshingfloor of Oman the Jebusite. 2 And he began to build in the second day of the second month, in the fourth year of his -reign. 3 Now these are the things wherein Solomon was instructed for the building of the house of God. The length by cubits after the first measure was threescore cubits, and the breadth twenty cubits. 4 And the porch that was in the front of the house, the length of it was according to the breadth of the house, twenty cubits, and the height was an hundred and twenty: and he over- laid it within with pure gold. 5 And the greater house he cieled with fir tree, which he overlaid with fine gold, and set thereon palm trees and chains. 6 And he garnished the house with precious stones for beauty: and the gold was gold of Par- vaim. 7 He overlaid also the house, the beams, the posts, and the walls thereof, and the doors there- of, with gold ; and graved cherubims on the walls. 8 And he made the most holy house, the length whereof was according to the breadth of the house, twenty cubits, and the breadth thereof twenty cubits: and he overlaid it with fine gold, amounting to six hundred talents. 9 And the weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold. 10 And in the most holy house he made two cherubims of image work, and overlaid them with gold. 11 And the wings of the cherubims were twen- ty cubits long: one wing of the one cherub was five cubits, reaching to the wall of the house: and the other wing was likewise five cubits, reaching to the wing of the other cherub. 12 And one wing of the other cherub was five cubits, reaching to the wall of the house: and the other wing was five cubits also, joining to the wing of the other cherub. 13 The wingsi of these cherubims spread them- selves forth twenty cubits : and they stood on their feet, and their faces were inward. 14 And he made the vail of blue, and purple, and crimson, and fine linen, and wrought che- rubims thereon. 15 Also he made before the house two pillars of thirty and five cubits high, and the chapiter that was on the top of each of them was five cu- bits. 16 And he made chains, as in the oracle, and ptit them on the heads of the pillars; and made an hundred pomegranates, and put them on the chains- 17 And he reared up the pillars before the tem- ple, one on the right hand, and the other on the left; and called the name of that on the right hand Jachin, and the name of that on the left Boaz. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 The altar of brass. 2 The molten sea upon twelve oxen. 6 The ten lavers, candlesticks, and tables. 9 The courts, and the instruments of brass. 19 The in- struments of gold. MOREOVER he made an altar of brass, twen- ty cubits the length thereof, and twenty cu- bits the breadth thereof, and ten cubits the height thereof . 2 Also he made a molten sea of ten cubits from brim to brim, round in compass, and five cubits the height thereof; and a line of thirty cubits did compass it round about. 3 And under it was the similitude of oxen, which did compass it round about : ten in a cubit, compassing the sea round about. Two rows of oxen were cast, when it was cast. 4 It stood upon twelve oxen, three looking to- ward the north, and three looking toward the west, and three looking toward the south, and three looking toward the east : and the sea was set above upon them, and all their hinder parts were inward. 5 And the thickness of it was an handbreadth, and the brim of it like the work of the brim of a cup, with flowers of lilies; and it received and held three thousand baths. 6 He made also ten lavers, and put five on the right hand, and five on the left, to wash in them: such things as they offered for the burnt offering they washed in them; but the sea was for the priests to wash in. 7 And he made ten candlesticks of gold accord- ing to their form, and set them in the temple, five on the right hand, and five on the left. 8 He made also ten tables, and placed them in the temple, five on the right side, and five on the left. And he made an hundred basons of gold. 9 Furthermore he made the court of the priests, and the great court, and doors for the court, and overlaid the doors of them with brass. 10 And he set the sea on the right side of the east end, over against the south. 11 And Hurarn made the pots, and the shovels, and the basons. And Huram finished the work that he was to make for king Solomon for the house of God ; 12 To wit, the two pillars, and the pommels, and the chapiters which were on the top of the two pillars, and the two wreaths to cover the two pommels of the chapiters which were on the top of the pillars; 13 And four hundred pomegranates on the two wreaths; two rows of pomegranates on each wreath, to cover the two pommels of the chapiters which were upon the pillars. 14 He made also bases, and lavers made he upon the bases; 33-1 s"!T The instruments of gold. II. CHRONICLES, V. (5) A. cloud filleth the house 15 One sea, and twelve oxen under it. 16 The pots also, and the shovels, and the flesh- hooks, and all their instruments, did Huram his father make to king Solomon for the house of the Lord of bright brass. 17 In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zeredathah. 18 Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance: for the weight of the brass could not be found out. 19 And Solomon made all the vessels that were for the house of God, the golden altar also, and the tables whereon the shewbread was set; 20 Moreover the candlesticks with their lamps, that they should burn after the manner before the oracle, of pure gold; 21 And the flowers, and the lamps, and the tongs, made he of gold, and that perfect gold; 22 And the snuffers, and the basons, and the spoons, and the censers, of pure gold: and the en- try of the house, the inner doors thereof for thej most holy place, and the doors of the house of the temple, were of gold. CHAPTER V. (5| 1 The dedicated treasures. 2 The solemn induction of the ark into the oracle. 11 God being praised glveth a visible sign of his favour. THUS all the work that Solomon made for the house of the Lord was. finished: and Solomon brought in all the things that David his father had dedicated; and the silver, and the gold, and all the instruments, put he among the treasures of the house of Cod. 2 Then Solomon assembled the elders of Israel, and all the heads of the tribes, the chief of the fathers of the children of Israel, unto Jerusalem, to bring up the ark of the covenant of the Lord out of the city of David, which is Zion. 3 Wherefore all the men of Israel assembled themselves unto the king in the feast which was in the seventh month. 4 And all the elders of Israel came; and the Levites took up the ark. 5 And they brought up the ark, and the taber- nacle of the congregation, and all the holy ves- sels that were in the tabernacle, these did the priests and the Levites bring up. 6 Also king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel that were assembled unto him before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen, which could not be told nor numbered for multitude. 7 And the priests brought in the ark of the covenant of the Lord unto his place, to the oracle of the house, into the most holy place, even under the wings of the cherubims: 8 For the cherubims spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubims cov- ered the ark and the staves thereof above. 9 And they drew out the staves of the ark, that the ends of the staves were seen from the ark before the oracle; but they were not seen withr out. And there it is unto this day. 18a 10 There was nothing in the ark save the two tables which Moses put therein at Horeb, when the Lord made a covenant with the children of Israel, when they came out of Egypt. 11 And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place: (for all the priests that were present were sanctified, and did not then wait by course : 12 Also the Levites which were the singers, all of them of Asaph, of Heman, of Jeduthun, Avith their sons and their brethren, being arrayed in white linen, having cymbals and psalteries and) harps, stood at the east end of the altar, and with them an hundred and twenty priests sounding with trumpets:) 13 It came even to pass, as the trumpeters and singers were as one, to make one sound to be heard in praising and thanking the Lord; and when they lifted up their voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of musick, and praised the Lord, saying, For he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever: that then the house was filled with a cloud, even the house of the Lord; 14 So that the priests could not stand to min- ister by reason of the cloud : for the glory of the Lord had filled the house of Cod. CHAPTER VL (6) 1 Solomon, having blessed the people, blesseth God. 12 Solomon's prayer in the consecration of the temple, upon the brasen scaffold. THEN said Solomon, The Lord hath said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. 2 But I have built an house of habitation for thee, and a place for thy dwelling for ever. 3 And the king turned his face, and blessed the whole congregation of Israel : and all the congre- gation of Israel stood. 4 And he said, Blessed be the Lord God of Is- rael, who hath with his hands fulfilled that which he spake with his mouth to my father David, say- ing, 5 Since the day that I brought forth my people out of the land of Egypt I chose no city among all the tribes of Israel to build an house in, that my name might be there ; neither chose I any man to be a ruler over my people Israel ; 6 But I have chosen Jerusalem, that my name might be there : and have chosen David to be over my people Israel. 7 Now it was in the heart of David my father to build an house for the name of the Lord God of Israel. 8 But the Lord said to David my father, For- asmuch as it was in thine heart to build an house for my name, thou didst well in that it was in thine heart : 9 Notwithstanding thou shalt not build the house; but thy son which shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house for my name. 10 The Lord therefore hath performed his word that he hath spoken: for I am risen up in the room of David my father, and am set on the throne of Israel, as the Lord promised, and have J 336 _ Solomon's prayer in II. 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(6) consecration of the temple. built the house for the name of the Lord God of Israel. 11 And in it have I put the ark, wherein is the covenant of the Lord, that he made with the chil- dren of Israel. 12 And he stood before the altar of the Lord in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands: 13 For Solomon had made a brasen scaffold, of five cubits long, and five cubits broad, and three cubits high, and had set it in the midst of the court: and upon it he stood, and kneeled down upon his knees before all the congregation of Is- rael, and spread forth his hands toward heaven. 14 And said, O Lord God of Israel, there is no God like thee in the heaven, nor in the earth; which keepest covenant, and shewest mercy unto thy servants, that walk before thee with all their hearts: 15 Thou which hast kept with thy servant David my father that which thou hast promised him ; and spakest with thy mouth, and hast ful- filled it with thine hand, as it is this day. 16 Now therefore, O Lord God of Israel, keep with thy servant David my father that which thou hast promised him, saying, There shall not fail thee a man in my sight to* sit upon the throne of Israel ; yet so that thy children take heed to their way to walk in my law, as thou hast walked be- fore me. 17 Now then, O Lord God of Israel, let thy word be verified, which thou hast spoken unto thy servant David. 18 But will God in very deed dwell with men on the earth? behold, heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain thee; how much less this house which I have built ! 19 Have respect therefore to the prayer of thy servant, and to his supplication, O Lord my God, to hearken unto the cry and the prayer which thy servant prayeth before thee: 20 That thine eyes may be open upon this house day and night, upon the place whereof thou hast said that thou wouldest put thy name there; to hearken unto the prayer which thy servant pray- eth toward this place. 21 Hearken therefore unto the supplications of thy servant, and of thy people Israel, which they shall make toward this place: hear thou from thy dwelling place, even from heaven; and when thou nearest, forgive. 22 If a man sin against his neighbour, and an oath be laid upon him to make him swear, and the oath come before thine altar in this house; 23 Then hear thou from heaven, and do, and judge thy servants, by requiting the wicked, by recompensing his way upon his own head ; and by justifying the righteous, by giving him according to his righteousness. 24 And if thy people Israel be put to the worse before the enemy, because they have sinned against thee; and shall return and confess thy name, and pray and make supplication before thee in this house; 25 Then hear thou from the heavens, and for- give the sin of thy people Israel, and bring them again unto the land which thou gavest to them and to their fathers. 26 When the heaven is shut up, and there is no rain, because they have sinned against thee; yet if they pray toward this place, and confess thy name, and turn from their sin, when thou dost af- flict them; 27 Then hear thou from heaven, and forgive the sin of thy servants, and of thy people Israel, when thou hast taught them the good way, wherein they should walk; and send rain upon thy land, which thou hast given unto thy people for an in- heritance. 28 If there be dearth in the land, if there be pestilence, if there be blasting, or mildew, locusts, or* caterpillers ; if their enemies besiege them in the cities of their land ; whatsoever sore or what- soever sickness there be: 29 Then what prayer or what supplication so- ever shall be made of any man, or of all thy peo- ple Israel, when every one shall know his own sore and his own grief, and shall spread forth Ms hands in this house: 30 Then hear thou from heaven thy dwelling place, and forgive, and render unto every man ac- cording unto all his ways, whose heart thou know- est ; (for thou only knowest the hearts of the chil- dren of men:) 31 That they may fear thee, to walk in thy ways, so long as they live in the land which thou gavest unto our fathers. 32 Moreover concerning the stranger, which is aot of thy people Israel, but is come from a far country for thy great name's sake, and thy mighty hand, and thy stretched out arm; if they come and pray in this house; 33 Then hear thou from the heavens, even from thy dwelling place, and do according to all that the stranger calleth to thee for; that all people of the earth may know thy name, and fear thee, as doth thy people Israel, and may know that this house which t have built is called by thy name. 34 If thy people go out to war against their enemies by the way that thou shalt send them, and they pray unto thee toward this city which thou hast chosen, and the house which I have built for thy name; 35 Then hear thou from the heavens their prayer and their supplication, and maintain their cause. 36 If they sin against thee, (for there is no man which sinneth not,) and thou be angry with them, and deliver them over before their enemies, and they carry them away captives unto a land far off or near; 37 Yet if they bethink themselves in the land whither they are carried captive, and turn and pray unto thee in the land of their captivity, say- ing, We have sinned, we have done amiss, and have dealt wickedly; 38 If they return to thee with all their heart and with all their soul in the land of their captiv* 336 -Mi r God's glory filleth the house. II. CHRONICLES, VII. (7) God appeareth to Solomon. ity, whither they have carried them captives, and pray toward their land, which thou gavest unto their fathers, and toward the city which thou has* chosen, and toward the house which I have built for thy name : 89 Then hear thou from the heavens, even from thy dwelling place, their prayer and their suppli- cations, and maintain their cause, and forgive thy people which have sinned against thee. 40 Now, my God, let, I beseech thee, thine eyes be open, and let thine ears be attent unto the prayer that is made in this place. 41 Now therefore arise, O Lord God, into thy resting place, thou, and the ark of thy strength: let thy priests, O Lord God, be clothed with sal- vation, and let thy saints rejoice in goodness. 42 O Lord God, turn not away the face of thine anointed: remember the mercies of David thy ser- vant. CHAPTER VH. (7) 1 God having given testimony to Solomon's prayer by fire from heaven, and glory in the temple, the people worship him. 4 Solomon's solemn sacrifice. 8 Solo mon having kept the feast of tabernacles, and the feast of the dedication of the altar, dismisseth tlie people. 12 God appearing to Solomon giveth him promises upon condition. "VT OW when Solomon had made an end of pray- iyi ing, the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices; and the glory of the Lord filled the house. 2 And the priests could not enter into the house of the Lord, because the glory of the Lord had filled the Lord's house. 3 And when all the children of Israel saw how the fire came down, and the glory of the Lord upon the house, they bowed themselves with their faces to the ground" upon the pavement, and wor- shipped, and praised the Lord, saying, For he is good ; for his mercy endureth for ever. 4 Then the king and all the people offered sacrifices before the Lord. 5 And king Solomon offered a sacrifice of twenty and two thousand oxen, and an hundred and twenty thousand sheep: so the king and all the people dedicated the house of God. 6 And the priests waited on their offices: the Levites also with instruments of musick of the Lord, which David the king had made to praise the Lord, because his mercy endureth for ever, when David praised by their ministry; and the priests sounded trumpets before them, and all Is- rael stood. 7 Moreover Solomon hallowed the middle of the court that was before the house of the Lord: for there he offered burnt offerings, and the fat of the peace offerings, because the brasen altar which Solomon had made was not able to receive the burnt offerings, and the meat offerings, and the fat, 8 Also at the same time Solomon kept the feast seven days, and all Israel with him, a very great congregation, from the entering in of Hamath unto the river of Egypt. 9 And in the eighth day they made a solemn assembly: for they kept the dedication of the al- tar seven days> and the feast seven days. 10 And on the three and twentieth day of the seventh month he sent the people away into their tents, glad and merry in heart for the goodness that the Lord had shewed unto David, and to Solo- mon, and to Israel his people. 11 Thus Solomon finished the house of the Lord, and the king's house : and all that came into Solomon's heart to make in the house of the Lord, and in his own house, he prosperously effected. 12 And the Lord appeared to Solomon by night, and said unto him, I have heard thy prayer, and have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice. 13 If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; 14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. 15 Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in thisi place. 16 For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there per- petually. 17 And as for thee, if thou wilt walk before me, as David thy father walked, and do according to all that I have commanded thee, and shalt observe my statutes and my judgments; 18 Then will I stablish the throne of thy king- dom, according as I have covenanted with David thy father, saying, There shall not fail thee a man to be ruler in Israel. 19 But if ye turn away, and forsake my statutes and my commandments, which I have set before you, and shall go and serve other gods, and wor- ship them; 20 Then will I pluck them up by the roots out of my land which I have given them; and this house, which I have sanctified for my name, will I cast out of my sight, and will make it to be a proverb and a byword among all nations. 21 And this house, which is high, shall be an astonishment to every one that passeth by it; so that he shall say, Why hath the Lord done thus unto this land, and unto this house? 22 And it shall be answered, Because they for- sook the Lord God of their fathers, which brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, and laid hold on other gods, and worshipped them, and served them: therefore hath he brought all this evil upon them. CHAPTER Vni. (8) 1 Solomon's buildings. 7 The Gentiles which were left Solomon made tributaries; but the Israelites rulers. 11 Pharaoh's daughter removeth to her house. 12 Solomon's yearly solemn sacrifices. 14 He appoint- eth the priests and Levites to their places, 17 The navy fetcheth gold from Ophir. . 337 Solomon's buildings. II. CHRONICLES, VIII. (8) The queen of Sheba's visit. AND it came to pass at the end of twenty years, wherein Solomon had built the house of the Lord, and his own house, 2 That the cities which Huram had restored to Solomon, Solomon built them, and caused the chil- dren of Israel to dwell there. 3 And Solomon went to Hamath-zobah, and prevailed against it. 4 And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store cities, which he built in Hamath. 5 Also he built Beth-horon the upper, and Beth- horon the nether, fenced cities, with walls, gates, and bars; 6 And Baalath, and all the store cities that Sol- omon had, and all the chariot cities, and the cities of the horsemen, and all that Solomon desired to build in Jerusalem, and in Lebanon, and through- out all the land of his dominion. 7 As for all the people that were left of the Hit- tites, and the Amorites, and the Perizzites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites, which were not of Israel, 8 But of their children, who were left after them in the land, whom the children of Israel con- sumed not, them did Solomon make to pay tribute until this day. 9 But of the children of Israel did Solomon make no servants for his work ; but they were men of war, and chief of his captains, and captains of his chariots and horsemen. 10 And these were the chief of king Solomon's officers, even two hundred and fifty, that bare rule over the people 11 And Solomon brought up the daughter of Pharaoh out of the city of David unto the house that he had built for her: for he said, My wife shall not dwell in the house of David king of Is- rael, because the places are holy, whereunto the ark of the Lord hath come. 12 Then Solomon offered burnt offerings unto the Lord on the altar of the Lord, which he had built before the porch, 13 Even after a certain rate every day, offering according to the commandment of Moses, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts, three times in the year, even in the feast of unleavened bread, and in the feast of weeks, and in the feast of tabernacles. 14 And he appointed, according to the order of David his father, the courses of the priests to their service, and the Levites to their charges, to praise and minister before the priests, as the duty of every day required: the porters also by their courses at every gate: for so had David the man of God commanded. 15 And they departed not from the command- ment of the king unto the priests and Levites con- cerning any matter, or concerning the treasures. 16 Now all the work of Solomon was prepared unto the day of the foundation of the house of the Lord, and until it was finished. So the house of the Lord was perfected. 17 Then went Solomon to Ezion-geber, and to Eloth, at the sea side in the land of Edom. 18 And Huram sent him by the hands of his servants ships, and servants that had knowledge of the sea; and they went with the servants of Solomon to Ophir, and took thence four hundred and fifty talents of gold, and brought them to king Solomon. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 The queen of Sheba admireth the wisdom of Solo- mon. 13 Solomon's gold. 15 His targets. 17 The throne of ivory. 20 His vessels. 23 His presents. 25 His chariots and horse. 26 His tributes. 29 His reign and death. AND when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to prove Solo- mon with hard questions at Jerusalem, with a very great company, and camels that bare spices, and gold in abundance, and precious stones: and when she was come to Solomon, she communed with him of all that was in her heart. 2 And Solomon told her all her questions: and there was nothing hid from Solomon which he told her not. 3 And when the queen of Sheba had seen the wisdom of Solomon, and the house that he had built, 4 And the meat of his table, and the sitting of his servants, and the attendance of his ministers, and their apparel ; his cupbearers also, and their apparel ; and his ascent by which he went up into the house of the Lord ; there was no more spirit in her. 5 And she said to the king, It was a true report which I heard in mine own land of thine acts, and of thy wisdom: 6 Howbeit I believed not their words, until I came, and mine eyes had seen it : and, behold, the one half of the greatness of thy wisdom was not told me: for thou exceedest the fame that I heard. 7 Happy are thy men, and happy are these thy servants, which stand continuallv before thee, and hear thy wisdom- 8 Blessed be the Lord thy God, which delighted in thee to set thee on his throne, to be king for the Lord thy God: because thy God loved Israel, to establish them for ever, therefore made he thee king over them, to do judgment and justice. 9 And she gave the king an hundred and twen- ty talents of gold, and of spices great abundance, and precious stones: neither was there any such spice as the queen of Sheba gave king Solomon. 10 And the servants also of Huram, and the ser- vants of Solomon, which brought gold from Ophir, brought algum trees and precious stones. 11 And the king made of the algum trees ter- races to the house of the Lord, and to the king's palace, and harps and psalteries for singers: and there were none such seen before in the land of Judah. 12 And king Solomon gave to the queen of She* ba all her desire, whatsoever she asked, beside that which she had brought unto the king. So she turned, and went away to her own land, she and her servants. 338 Solomon's throne. II. CHRONICLES, X. (10) Rehoboam made king. 13 Now the weight of gold that came to Solo- mon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold; 14 Beside that which chapmen and merchants brought. And all the kings of Arabia and gov- ernors of the country brought gold and silver to Solomon. 15 And king Solomon made two hundred tar- gets of beaten gold: six hundred shekels of beaten gold went to one target. 16 And three hundred shields made he of beaten gold : three hundred shekels of gold went to one shield. And the king put them in the house of the forest of Lebanon. 17 Moreover the king made a great throne of ivory, and overlaid it with pure gold. 18 And there were six steps to the throne, with a footstool of gold, which were fastened to the throne, and stays on each side of the sitting place, and two lions standing by the stays: 19 And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps. There was not the like made in any kingdom. 20 And all the drinking vessels of king Solo- mon were of gold, and all the vessels of the house of the forest of Lebanon were of pure gold: none were of silver; it was not any thing accounted of in the days of Solomon. 21 For the king's ships went to Tarshish with the servants of Huram: every three years once came the ships of Tarshish bringing gold, and sil- ver, ivory, and apes, and peacocks. 22 And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. 23 And all the kings of the earth sought the presence of Solomon, to hear his wisdom, that God had put in his heart. 24 And they brought every man his present* vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, harness, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. 25 And Solomon had four thousand stalls for horses and chariots, and twelve thousand horse- men ; whom he bestowed in the chariot cities, and with the king at Jerusalem. 26 And he reigned over all the kings from the river even unto the land of the Philistines, and to the border of Egypt. 27 And the king made silver in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar trees made he as the sycomore trees that are in the low plains in abundanoe. 28 And they brought unto Solomon horses out of Egypt, and out of all lands. 29 Now the rest of the acts of Solomon, first and last, are they not written in the book of Na- than the prophet, and in the prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite, and in the visions of Iddo the seer against Jeroboam the son of Nebat? 30 And Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel forty years. 31 And Solomon slept with his fathers, and he was buried in the city of David his father: and Rehoboam his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 The Israelites, assembled at Shecheni to crown Re- hoboam, by Jeroboam make a suit of relaxation unto him. 6 Rehoboam, refusing the old men's counsel, by the advice of young men answereth them roughly. 16 Ten tribes revolting kill Hadoram, and make Re- hoboam nee. ND Rehoboam went to Shechem: for to She- chem were all Israel come to make him A king. 2 And it came to pass, when Jeroboam the son of Nebat, who was in Egypt, whither he had fled from the presence of Solomon the king, heard it, that Jeroboam returned out of Egypt. 3 And they sent and called him. So Jeroboam and all Israel came and spake to Rehoboam, saying, 4 Thy father made our yoke grievous: now therefore ease thou somewhat the grievous servi- tude of thy father, and his heavy yoke that he put upon us, and we will serve thee. 5 And he said unto them, Come again unto me after three days. And the people departed. 6 And king Rehoboam took counsel with the old men that'had stood before Solomon his father while he yet lived, saying, What counsel give ye me to return answer to this people? 7 And they spake unto him, saying, If thou be kind to this people, and please them, and speak good words to them, they will be thy servants for ever. 8 But he forsook the counsel which the old men gave him, and took counsel with the young men that were brought up with him, that stood before him. 9 And he said unto them, What advice give ye that we may return answer to this people, which have spoken to me, saying, Ease somewhat the yoke that thy father did put upon us? 10 And the young men that were brought up with him spake unto him, saying, Thus shalt thou answer the people that spake unto thee, saying, Thy father made our yoke heavy, but make thou it somewhat lighter for us ; thus shalt thou say unto them, My little finger shall be thicker than my father's loins. 11 For whereas my father put a heavy yoke upon you, I will put more to your yoke: my father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with scorpions. 12 So Jeroboam and all the people came to) Rehoboam on the third day, as the king bade, say- ing, Come again to me on the third day. 13 And the king answered them roughly; and king Rehoboam forsook the counsel of the old men, 14 And answered them after the advice of the young men, saying, My father made your yoke heavy, but I will add thereto : my father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with scor- pions. 15 So the king hearkened not unto the peoples for the cause was of God, that the Lord might peiv form his word, which he spake by the hand of 389 Ten tribes revolt II. CHRONICLES, XL (11) against Rehoboam. Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. 16 And when all Israel saw that the king would not hearken unto them, the people answered the king, saying, What portion have we in David? and we have none inheritance in the son of Jesse: every man to your tents, O Israel: and now, David, see to thine own house. So all Israel went to their tents. 17 But as for the children of Israel that dwelt in the cities of Judah, Eehoboam reigned over them. 18 Then king Rehoboam sent Hadoram that was over the tribute; and the children of Israel stoned him with stones, that he died. But king Rehoboam made speed to get him up to his char- iot, to flee to Jerusalem. 19 And Israel rebelled against the house of David unto this day. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 Rehoboam raising an army to subdue Israel, is for- bidden by Shemaiah. 5 He strengthened his king- dom with forts and provision. 13 The priests and Levites, and such as feared God, forsaken by Jero- boam, strengthen the kingdom of Judah. IS The wives and children of Rehoboam. AND when Rehoboam was come to Jerusalem, he gathered of the house of Judah and Ben- jamin an hundred and fourscore thousand chosen men, which were warriors, to fight against Israel, that he might bring the kingdom again to Reho- boam. 2 But the word of the Lord came to Shemaiah the man of God, saying, 3 Speak unto Rehoboam the son of Solomon, king of Judah, and to all Israel in Judah and Benjamin, saying, 4 Thus saith the Lord, Ye shall not go up, nor fight against your brethren : return every man to his house: for this thing is done of me. And they obeyed the words of the Lord, and returned from going against Jeroboam. 5 And Rehoboam dwelt in Jerusalem, and built cities for defence in Judah. 6 He built even Bethlehem, and Etam, and Tekoa, 7 And Beth-zur, and Shoco, and Adullam, 8 And Gath, and Mareshah, and Ziph, 9 And Adoraim, and Lachish, and Azekah, 10 And Zorah, and Aijalon, and Hebron, which are in Judah and in Benjamin fenced cities. 11 And he fortified the strong holds, and put captains in them, and store of victual, and of oil and wine. 12 And in every several city he put shields and spears, and made them exceeding strong, having Judah and Benjamin on his side. 13 And the priests and the Levites that were in all Israel resorted to him out of all their coasts. 14 For the Levites left their suburbs and their possession, and came to Judah and Jerusalem : for Jeroboam and his sons had cast them off from ex? ecuting the priest's office unto the Lord : 15 And he ordained him priests for the high places, and for the devils, and for the calves which he had made. 16 And after them out oi ail the tribes of Israel such as set their hearts to seek the Lord God of Israel came to Jerusalem, to sacrifice unto the Lord God of their fathers. 17 So they strengthened the kingdom of Judah, and made Rehoboam the son of Solomon strong, three years: for three years they walked in the way of David and Solomon- 18 And Rehoboam took him Mahalath the daughter of Jerimoth the son of David to wife, and Abihail the daughter of Eliab the son of Jesse ; 19 Which bare him children; Jeush, and Sha- mariah, and Zaham. 20 And after her he took Maachah the daugh- ter of Absalom; which bare him Abijah, and At- tai, and Ziza, and Shelomith. 21 And Rehoboam loved Maachah the daughter of Absalom above all his wives and his concu- bines : (for he took eighteen wives, and threescore concubines ; and begat twenty and eight sons, and threescore daughters.) 22 And Rehoboam made Abijah the son of Maachah the chief, to be ruler among his brethren: for he thought to make him king. 23 And he dealt wisely, and dispersed of all his children throughout all the countries of Judab and Benjamin, unto every fenced city: and he gave them victual in abundance. And he desired many wives. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 Rehoboam, forsaking the Lord, is punished by Shi- shak. 5 He and the princes, repenting at the preach- ing of Shemaiah, are delivered from destruction, but not from spoil. 13 The reign and death of Rehoboam. A ND it came to pass, when Rehoboam had ^^_ established the kingdom, and had strength- ened himself, he forsook the law of the Lord, and all Israel with him. 2 And it came to pass, that in the fifth year of king Rehoboam Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, because they had transgressed against the Lord, 3 With twelve hundred chariots, and threescore thousand horsemen : and the people were without number that came with him out of Egypt; the Lu- bims, the Sukkiims, and the Ethiopians. 4 And he took the fenced cities which per- tained to Judah, and came to Jerusalem. 5 Then came Shemaiah the prophet to Reho- boam, and to the princes of Judah, that were gathered together to Jerusalem because of Shi- shak, and said unto them, Thus saith the Lord, Ye have forsaken me, and therefore have I also left you in the hand of Shishak. 6 Whereupon the princes of Israel and the king humbled themselves; and they said, The Lord is righteous. 7 And when the Lord saw that they humbled themselves, the word of the Lord came to She- maiah, saying, They have humbled themselves; i 340 _ The death of Rehoboam. II. CHRONICLES, XIIL (13) Abijah overcometh Jeroboam. therefore I will not destroy them, but I will grant them some deliverance; and my wrath shall not be poured out upon Jerusalem by the hand of Shishak. 8 Nevertheless they shall be his servants ; that they may know my service, and the service of the kingdoms of the countries. 9 So Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, and took away the treasures of the house of the Lord, and the treasures of the king's house; he took all: he carried away also the shields of gold which Solomon had made. 10 Instead of which king* Rehoboam made shields of brass, and committed them to the hands of the chief of the guard, that kept the entrance of the king's house. 11 And when the king entered into the house of the Lord, the guard came and fetched them, and brought them again into the guard chamber. 12 And when he humbled himself, the wrath of the Lord turned from him, that he would not de- stroy him altogether: and also in Judah things went well. 13 So king Rehoboam strengthened himself in Jerusalem, and reigned: for Rehoboam was one and forty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned seventeen years in Jerusalem, the city which the Lord had chosen out of all the tribes of Israel, to put his name there. And his mother's name was Naamah an Ammonitess. 14 And he did evil, because he prepared not his heart to seek the Lord. 15 Now the acts of Rehoboam, first and last, are they not written in the book of Shemaiah the prophet, and of Iddo the seer concerning genealo- gies? And there were wars between Rehoboam and Jeroboam continually. 16 And Rehoboam slept with his fathers, and was buried in the city of David: and Abijah his son reigned in his stead- CHAPTER XIIL (13) 1 Abijah succeeding maketh war against Jeroboam. 1 He declareth the right of his cause. 13 Trusting in God he overcometh Jeroboam. 21 The wives and children of Abijah. "VT OW in the eighteenth year of king Jeroboam -L* began Abijah to reign over Judah. 2 He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam. 3 And Abijah set the battle in array with an army of valiant men of war, even four hundred thousand chosen men : Jeroboam also set the bat- tle in array against him with eight hundred thous- and chosen men, being mighty men of valour. 4 And Atijah stood up upon mount Zemaraim, which is in mount Ephraim, and said, Hear me, thou Jeroboam, and all Israel; 5 Ought ye not to know that the Lord God of Israel gave the kingdom over Israel to David for ever, even to him and to his sons bv a covenant of salt? 6 Yet Jeroboam the son of Nebat, the servant of Solomon the son of David, is risen up, and hath rebelled against his lord. 7 And there are gathered unto him vain men, the children of Belial, and have strengthened themselves against Rehoboam the son of Solomon, when Rehoboam was young and tenderhearted, and could not withstand them. 8 And now ye think to withstand the kingdom of the Lord in the hand of the sons of David; and ye be a great multitude, and there are with you golden calves, which Jeroboam made you for gods. 9 Have ye not cast out the priests of the Lord, the sons of Aaron, and the Levites, and have made you priests after the manner of the nations of other lands? so that whosoever cometh to conse- crate himself with a young bullock and seven rams, the same may be a priest of them that are no gods. . 10 But as for us, the Lord is our God, and we have not forsaken him; and the priests, which minister unto the Lord, are the sons of Aaron, and the Levites wait upon their business: 11 And they burn unto the Lord every morning and every evening burnt sacrifices and sweet in- cense: the shewbread also set they in order upon the pure table; and the candlestick of gold with the lamps thereof, to burn every evening: for we keep the charge of the Lord our God ; but ye have forsaken him. 12 And, behold, God himself is with us for our captain, and his priests with sounding trumpets to cry alarm against you. O children cf Israel, fight ye not against the Lord God of your fathers ; for ye shall not prosper. 13 But Jeroboam caused an ambushment to come about behind them : so' they were before Ju- dah, and the ambushment was behind them. 14 And when Judah looked back, behold, the battle was before and behind : and they cried unto the Lord, and the priests sounded with the trum- pets. 15 Then the men of Judah gave a shout: and as the men of Judah shouted, it came to pass, that God smote Jeroboam and all Israel before Abijah and Judah. 16 And the children of Israel fled before Judah: and God delivered them into their hand. 17 And Abijah and his people slew them with a great slaughter: so there fell down slain of Is- rael five hundred thousand chosen men. 18 Thus the children of Israel were brought un- der at that time, and the children of Judah pre- vailed, because they relied upon the Lord God of their fathers. 19 And Abijah pursued after Jeroboam, and took cities from him, Beth-el with the towns there- of, and Jeshanah with the towns thereof, and Ephrain with the towns thereof. 20 Neither did Jeroboam recover strength again in the days of Abijah: and the Lord struck him, and he died. 21 But Abijah waxed mighty, and married fourteen wives, and begat twenty and two sons, and sixteen daughters. S41 Asa destroyeth idolatry. II. CHRONICLES, XIV. (14) He maketh a covenant with God. 22 And the rest of the acts of Abijah, and his ways, and his sayings, are written in the story of the prophet Iddo. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 Asa succeeding destroyeth idolatry. 6 Having peace, he strengtheneth his kingdom with forts and armies. 9 Calling on God, he overthroweth Zerah, and spoil- eth the Ethiopians. SO Abijah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David : and Asa his son reigned in his stead. In his days the land was quiet ten years. 2 And Asa did that which was good and right in the eyes of the Lord his God: 3 For he took away the altars of the strange gods, and the high places, and brake down the images, and cut down the groves: 4 And commanded Judah to seek the Lord God of their fathers, and to do the law and the com-' mandment. 5 Also he took away out of all the cities of Ju- dah the high places and the images: and the king- dom was quiet before him. 6 And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had no war in those years ; because the Lord had given him rest. 7 Therefore he said unto Judah, Let us build these cities, and make about them walls, and tow- ers, gates, and bars, while the land is yet before us; because we have sought the Lord our Cod, we have sought him, and he hath given us rest on every side. So they built and prospered. 8 And Asa had an army of men that bare tar- gets and spears, out of Judah three hundred thousand; and out of Benjamin, that bare shields and drew bows, two hundred and fourscore thous- and : all these were mighty men of valotir. 9 And there came out against them Zerah the Ethiopian with an host of a thousand thousand, and three hundred chariots; and came unto Mare- shah. 10 Then Asa went out against him, and they set the battle in array in the valley of Zephathah at Mareshah. 11 And Asa cried unto the Lord his God, and said, Lord, it is nothing with thee to help, whether with many, or with them that have no power: help us, O Lord our God; for we rest on thee, and in thy name we go against this multitude. O Lord, thou art our God; let not man prevail against thee. 12 So the Lord smote the Ethiopians before Asa, and before Judah ; and the Ethiopians fled. 13 And Asa and the people that were with him pursued them unto Gerar: and the Ethiopians were overthrown, that they could not recover themselves; for they were destroyed before the Lord, and before his host; and they carried away very much spoil. 14 And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of the Lord came upon them: and they spoiled all the cities; for there was ex- ceeding much spoil in them. 15 They smote also the tents of cattle, and car- ried away sheep and camels in abundance, and re- turned to Jerusalem. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 Asa with Judah and many of Israel, moved by the prophecy of Azariah the son of Oded, make a solemn covenant with God. 16 He putteth down Maachah his mother for her idolatry. 18 He taringeth dedicate things into the house of God, and enjoyeth a long peace. AND the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded: 2 And he went out to meet Asa, and said unto him, Hear ye me, Asa, and all Judah and Benja- min; The Lord is with you, while ye be with him; and if ye seek him, he will be found of you; but if ye forsake him, he will forsake you. 3 Now for a long season Israel hath been with- out the true God, and without a teaching priest, and without law. 4 But when they in their trouble did turn unto the Lord God of Israel, and sought him, he was found of them. 5 And in those times there was no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came in, but great vexations were upon all the inhabitants of the countries. 6 And nation was destroyed of nation, and city of city : for God did vex them with all adversity. 7 Be ye strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak : for your work shall be rewarded. 8 And when Asa heard these words, and the prophecy of Oded the prophet, he took courage, and put away the abominable idols out of all the land of Judah and Benjamin, and out of the cities which he had taken from mount Ephraim, and re- newed the altar of the Lord, that was before the porch of the Lord. 9 And he gathered all Judah and Benjamin, and the strangers with them out of Ephraim and Manasseh, and out of Simeon : for they fell to him out of Israel in abundance, when they saw that the Lord his God was with him. 10 So they gathered themselves together at Jerusalem in the third month, in the fifteenth year of the reign of Asa, 11 And they offered unto the Lord the same time, of the spoil which they had brought, seven hundred oxen and seven thousand sheep. 12 And they entered into a covenant to seek the Lord God of their fathers with all their heart and with all their soul ; 13 That whosoever would not seek the Lord God of Israel should be put to death, whether small or great, whether man or woman. 14 And they sware unto the Lord with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets. 15 And all Judah rejoiced at the oath: for they had sworn with all their heart, and sought him with their whole desire; and he was found of them : and the Lord gave them rest round about. 16 And also concerning Maachah the mother of Asa the king, he removed her from being queen, 342 Asa's reign and death. II. CHRONICLES, XYI. (16) Jehoshaphat' s good reign. because she had made an idol in a grove : and Asa cut down her idol, and stamped it, and burnt it at the brook Kidron. 17 But the high places were not taken away out of Israel : nevertheless the heart of Asa wasj perfect all his days. 18 And he brought into the house of God the things that his father had dedicated, and that he himself had dedicated, silver, and gold, and ves- sels. 19 And there- was no more war unto the five and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 Asa. by the aid of the Syrians, diverteth Baasha from building of Ramah. 7 Being reproved thereof by Hanani, he putteth him in prison. 11 Among his other acts in his disease he seeketh not to God, but to the physicians. 13 His death and burial. IN the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa Baasha king of Israel came up against Judah, and built Ramah, to the intent that he might let none go out or come in to Asa king of Judah. 2 Then Asa brought out silver and gold out of the treasures of the house of the Lord and of the king's house, and sent to Ben-hadad king of Syria, that dwelt at Damascus, saying, 3 There is a league between me and thee, as there was between my father and thy father: be- hold, I have sent thee silver and gold; go, break thy league with Baasha king of Israel, that he may depart from me. 4 And Ben-hadad hearkened unto king Asa, and sent the captains of his armies against the cities of Israel ; and they smote Ijon, and Dan, and Abel-maim, and all the store cities of Naphtali. 5 And it came to pass, when Baasha heard it, that he left off building of Ramah, and let his work cease. 6 Then Asa the king took all Judah ; and they carried away the stones of Ramah, and the tinv ber thereof, wherewith Baasha was building; and he built therewith Geba and Mizpah, 7 And at that time Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah, and said unto him, Because thou hast relied on the king of Syria, and not re- lied on the Lord thy God, therefore is the host of the king of Syria escaped out of thine hand. 8 Were not the Ethiopians, and the Lubims a huge host, with very many chariots and horse- men? yet, because thou didst rely on the Lord, he delivered them into thine hand- 9 For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is per-> feet toward him. Herein thou hast done fool- ishly: therefore from henceforth thou shalt have wars. 10 Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in a prison house: for he was in a rage with him because of this thing. And Asa oppressed some of the people the same time. 11 And, behold, the acts of Asa, first and last, lo, they are written in the book of the kings of Ju- dah and Israel. 12 And Asa in the thirty and ninth year of his reign was diseased in his feet, until his disease was exceeding great: yet in his disease he sought not to the Lord, but to the physicians. 13 And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of his reign. 14 And they buried him in his own sepulchres, which he had made for himself in the city of David, and laid him in the bed which was filled with sweet odours and divers kinds of spices pre- pared by the apothecaries' art: and they made a very great burning for him. CHAPTER XVII. (17) 1 Jehoshaphat, succeeding Asa, reigneth well, and prospereth. 7 He sendeth Levites with the princes to teach Judah. 10 His enemies being terrified by God, some of them bring him presents and tribute. 12 His greatness, captains, and armies. AND Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself against Israel. 2 And he placed forces in all the fenced cities of Judah, and set garrisons in the land of Judah, and in the cities of Ephraim, which Asa his father had taken. 3 And the Lord was with Jehoshaphat, because he walked in the first ways of his father David, and sought not unto Baalim; 4 But sought to the Lord God of his father, and walked in his commandments, and not after the doings of Israel. 5 Therefore the Lord stablished the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehosha- phat presents; and he had riches and honour in abundance. 6 And his heart was lifted up in the ways of the Lord : moreover he took away the high places and groves out of Judah. 7 Also in the third year of his reign he sent to his princes, even to Ben-hail, and to Obadiah, and to Zechariah, and to Nethaneel, and to Michaiah, to teach in the cities of Judah. 8 And with them he sent Levites, even She- maiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adoni- jah, and Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah, Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, priests. 9 And they taught in Judah, and had the book of the law of the Lord with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people. 10 And the fear of the Lord fell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that were round about Ju- dah, so that they made no war against Jehosha- phat. 11 Also some of the Philistines brought Jeho- shaphat presents, and tribute silver; and the Ara- bians brought him flocks, seven thousand and seven hundred rams, and seven thousand and seven hundred he goats. 12 And Jehoshaphat waxed great exceedingly; and he built in Judah castles, and cities of store. 343 Jehoshaphat is joined in II. CHRONICLES, XVIII. (18) affinity with Ahab. 13 And ke had muck business in the cities of Judah : and the men of war, mighty men of valour, were in Jerusalem. 14 And these are the numbers of them accord- ing to the house of their fathers: Of Judah, the captains of thousands; Adnah the chief, and with him mighty men of valour three hundred thous- and. 15 And next to him was Jehohanan the cap- tain, and with him two hundred and fourscore thousand. 16 And next him was Amasiah the son of Zichri, who willingly offered himself unto the Lord; and with him two hundred thousand mighty men of valour. 17 And of Benjamin; Eliada a mighty man of valour, and with him armed men with bow and shield two hundred thousand. 18 And next him was Jehozabad, and with him an hundred and fourscore thousand ready pre- pared for the war. 19 These waited on the king, beside those whom the king put in the fenced cities throughout all Judah. CHAPTER XVIII. (18) 1 Jehoshapliat, joined in affinity with Ahab, is persuad- ed to go with him against Ramoth-gilead. 4 Ahab, seduced by false prophets, according to the word of Micaiah, is slain there. 1^" OW Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in -i-^l abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab. 2 And after certain years he went down to Ahab to Samaria. And Ahab killed sheep and oxen for him in abundance, and for the people that he had with him, and persuaded him to go up with him to Ramoth-gilead. 3 And Ahab king of Israel said unto Jehosha- phat king of Judah, Wilt thou go with me to Ramoth-gilead? And he answered him, I am as thou art, and my people as thy people; and we will be with thee in the war. 4 And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Enquire, I pray thee, at the word of the Lord to day. 5 Therefore the king of Israel gathered to- gether of prophets four hundred men, and said unto them, Shall we go to Ramoth-gilead to bat- tle, or shall I forbear? And they said, Go up; for God will deliver it into the king's hand. 6 But Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of the Lord besides, that we might en- quire of him? 7 And the king of Israel said unto Jehosha- phat, There is yet one man, by whom we may en- quire of the Lord: but I hate him; for he never prophesied good unto me, but always evil: the same is Micaiah the son of Imla. And Jehosha- phat said, Let not the king say so. 8 And the king of Israel called for one of his officers, and said, Fetch quickly Micaiah the son of Imla. 9 And the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah sat either of them on his throne, clothed in their robes, and they sat in a void place at the entering in of the gate of Samaria; and all the prophets prophesied before them. 10 And Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah had made him horns of iron, and said, Thus saith the Lord, With these thou shalt push Syria until they be consumed. 11 And all the prophets prophesied so, saying, Go up to Ramoth-gilead, and prosper : for the Lord shall deliver it into the hand of the king. 12 And the messenger that went to call Micaiah spake to him, saying, Behold, the words of the prophets declare good to the king with one assent; let thy word therefore, I pray thee, be like one of their's, and speak thou good. 13 And Micaiah said, As the Lord liveth, even what my God saith, that will I speak. 14 And when he was come to the king, the king said unto him, Micaiah, shall we go to Ramoth- gilead to battle, or shall I forbear? And he said Go ye up, and prosper, and they shall be delivered into your hand. . 15 And the king said to him, How many times shall I adjure thee that thou say nothing but the truth to me in the name of the Lord? 16 Then he said, I did see all Israel scattered upon the mountains, as sheep that have no shep- herd: and the Lord said, These have no master; let them return therefore every man to his house in peace. 17 And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, Did I not tell thee that he would not prophesy good unto me, but evil? 18 Again he said, Therefore hear the word of the Lord; I saw the Lord sitting upon his throne, and all the host of heaven standing on his right hand and on his left. 19 And the Lord said, who shall entice Ahab king of Israel, that he may go up and fall at Ramoth-gilead? And one spake saying after this manner, and another saying after that manner. 20 Then" there came out a spirit, and stood be* fore the Lord, and said, I will entice him. And the Lord said unto him, Wherewith? 21 And he said, I will go out, and be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets. And the Lord said, Thou shalt entice him, and thou shalt also prevail : go out, and do even so. 22 Now therefore, behold, the Lord hath put a lying spirit in the mouth of these thy prophets, and the Lord hath spoken evil against thee. 23 Then Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah came near, and smote Micaiah upon the cheek, and said, Which way went the Spirit of the Lord from me to speak unto thee? 24 And Micaiah said, Behold, thou shalt see on that day when thou shalt go into an inner cham- ber to hide thyself. 25 Then the king of Israel said, Take ye Mi- caiah, and carry him back to Amon the governor of the city, and to Joash the king's son ; 26 And say, Thus saith the king, Put this fel- low in the prison, and feed him with bread of affliction and with water of affliction, until I re* turn in peace. 344 ftl Jehoshaphat is reproved by Jehu. II. CHRONICLES, XIX. (19) He proclaimeth a fast 27. And Micaiah said, If thou certainly return in peace, then hath not the Lord spoken by me. And he said, Hearken, all ye people. 28 So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat the king of Judah went up to Ramoth-gilead. 29 And the king of Israel said unto Jehosha- phat, I will disguise myself, and will go to the battle; but put thou on thy robes. So the king of Israel disguised himself ; and they went to the battle. 30 Now the king of Syria had commanded the captains of the chariots that were with him, say- ing, Fight ye not with small or great, save only with the king of Israel. 31 And it came to pass, when the captains of the chariots saw Jehoshaphat, that they said, It is the king of Israel. Therefore they compassed about him to fight: but Jehoshaphat cried out, and the Lord helped him; and God moved them to depart from him. 32 For it came to pass, that, when the captains of the chariots perceived that it was not the king of Israel, they turned back again from pur- suing him. 33 And a certain man drew a bow at a venture, and smote the king of Israel between the joints of the harness: therefore he said to his chariot man, Turn thine hand, that thou mayest carry me out of the host ; for I am wounded. 34 And the battle increased that day: how- beit the king of Israel stayed himself up in his chariot against the Syrians until the even: and about the time of the sun going down he died. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 Jehoshaphat, reproved by Jehu, visitetih his kingdom. 5 His instructions to the judges, 8 to the priests and Levites. AND Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned to his house in peace to Jerusalem. 2 And Jehu the son of Hanani, the seer went out to meet him, and said to king Jehoshaphat, Shouldest thou help the ungodly, and love them that hate the Lord? therefore is wrath upon thee from before the Lord. 3 Nevertheless there are good things found in thee, in that thou hast taken away the groves out of the land, and hast prepared thine heart to seek God. 4 And Jehoshaphat dwelt at Jerusalem: and he went out again through the people from Beer- sheba to mount Ephraim, and brought them back unto the Lord God of their fathers. 5 And he set judges in the land throughout all the fenced cities of Judah, city by city, 6 And said to the judges, Take heed what ye do: for ye judge not for man, but for the Lord, who is with you in the judgment. 7 Wherefore now let the fear of the Lord be upon you; take heed and do it: for there is no in- iquity with the Lord our God, nor respect of per- sons, nor taking of gifts. 8 Moreover in Jerusalem did Jehoshaphat set of the Levites, and of the priests, and of the chief of the fathers of Israel, for the judgment of the Lord, and for controversies, when they returned to Jerusalem. 9 And he charged them, saying, Thus shall ye do in the fear of the Lord, faithfully, and with a perfect heart. 10 And what cause soever shall come to you of your brethren that dwell in their cities, be- tween blood and blood, between law and com- mandment, statutes and judgments, ye shall even warn them that they trespass not against the Lord, and so wrath come upon you, and upon your brethren: this do, and ye shall not trespass. 11 And, behold, Amariah the chief priest is over you in all matters of the Lord; and Zebadiah the son of Ishmael, the ruler of the house of Ju* dah, for all the king's matters: also the Levites shall be officers before you. Deal courageously, and the Lord shall be with the good. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 Jehoshaphat in his fear proclaimeth a fast. 5 His prayer. 14 The prophecy of Jahaziel. 20 Jehosha- phat exhorteth the people, and setteth singers to praise the Lord. 22 The great overthrow of the ene- mies. 26 The people, having blessed God at Berachah, return in triumph. 31 Jehoshaphat's reign. 35 His convoy of ships, which he made with Ahaziah, accord- ing to the prophecy of Eliezer, unhappily perished. IT came to pass after this also, that the chil- dren of Moab, and the children of Ammon, and with them other beside the Ammonites, came against Jehoshaphat to battle. 2 Then there came some that told Jehoshaphat, saying, There cometh a great multitude against thee from beyond the sea on this snde Syria; and, behold, they be in Hazazon-tamar, which is En- gedi. 3 And Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. 4 And Judah gathered themselves together, to ask help of the Lord: even out of all the cities of Judah they came to seek the Lord. 5 And Jehoshaphat stood in the congregation of Judah and Jerusalem, in the house of the Lord, before the new court, 6 And said, O Lord God of our fathers, art not thou God in heaven? and rulest not thou over all the kingdoms of the heathen? and in thine hand is there not power and might, so that none is able to withstand thee? 7 Art not thou our God, who didst drive out the inhabitants of this land before thy people Is- rael, and gavest it to the seed of Abraham thy friend for ever? 8 And they dwelt therein, and have built thee a sanctuary therein for thy name, saying, 9 If, when evil cometh upon us, as the sword, judgment, or pestilence, or famine, we stand be- fore this house, and in thy presence, (for thy name is in this house,) and cry unto thee in our afflic- tion, then thou wilt hear and help. 345 Jehoshaphat 's prayer. II. CHRONICLES, XXI. (21) His enemies overthrown. 10 And now, behold, the children of Ammon and Moab and mount Seir, whom thou wouldest not let Israel invade, when they came out of the land of Egypt, but they turned from them, and destroyed them not; 11 Behold, I say, how they reward us, to come to cast us out of thy possession, which thou hast given us to inherit. 12 O our God, wilt thou not judge them? for we have no might against this great company that cometh against us; neither know we what to do: but our eyes are upon thee. 13 And all Judah stood before the Lord, with their little ones, their wives, and their children. 14 Then upon Jahaziel the son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattamah, a Levite of the sons of Asaph, came the Spirit of the Lord in the midst of the congre- gation ; 15 And he said, Hearken ye, all Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem, and thou king Jehosha- phat, Thus saith the Lord unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not your's, but God's. 16 To morrow go ye down against them: be-s hold, they come up by the cliff of Ziz; and ye shall find them at the end of the brook, before the wil- derness of Jeruel. 17 Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the Lord with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the Lord will be with you. 18 And Jehoshaphat bowed his head with his face to the ground : and all Judah and the inhabit- ants of Jerusalem, fell before the Lord, worship- ping the Lord. 19 And the Levites, of the children of the Kohathites, and of the children of the Korhites, stood up to praise the Lord God of Israel with a loud voice on high. 20 And they rose early in the morning, and went forth into the wilderness of Tekoa: and as they went forth, Jehoshaphat stood and said, Hear me, O Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jeru- salem; Believe in the Lord your God, so shall ye be established; believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper. 21 And when he had consulted with the peo- ple, he appointed singers unto the Lord, and that should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out before the army, and to say, Praise the Lord; for his mercy endureth for ever. 22 And when they began to sing and to praise, the Lord set ambushments against the children of Ammon, Moab, and mount Seir, which were come against Judah; and they were smitten. 23 For the children of Ammon and Moab stood up against the inhabitants of mount Seir, utterly to slay and destroy them: and when they had made an end of the inhabitants of Seir, every one helped to destroy another. 24 And when Judah came toward the watch tower in the wilderness, they looked unto the multitude, and, behold, they were dead bodies fallen to the earth, and none escaped. 25 And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them, they found among them in abundance both riches with the dead bodies, and precious jewels, which they stripped off for themselves, more than they could carry away: and they were three days in gathering of the spoil, it was so much. 26 And on the fourth day they assembled themselves in the valley of Berachah; for there they blessed the Lord: therefore the name of the same place was called, The valley of Berachah, unto this day. 27 Then they returned, every man of Judah and Jerusalem, and Jehoshaphat in the forefront of them, to go again to Jerusalem with joy, for the Lord had made them to rejoice over their enemies. 28 And they came to Jerusalem with psalteries and harps and trumpets unto the house of the Lord. 29 And the fear of God was on all the king- doms of those countries, when they had heard that the Lord fought against the enemies of Is- rael. 30 So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest round about. 31 And Jehoshaphat reigned over Judah: he was thirty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and five years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Azubah the daughter of Shilhi. 32 And he walked in the way of Asa his father, and departed not from it, doing that which was right in the sight of the Lord. 33 Howbeit the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts unto the God of their fathers. 34 Now the rest of the acts of Jehoshaphat, first and last, behold, they are written in the book of Jehu the son of Hanani, who is mentioned in the book of the kings of Israel. 35 And after this did Jehoshaphat king of Ju- dah join himself with Ahaziah king of Israel, who did very wickedly: 36 And he joined himself with him to make ships to go to Tarshish : and they made the ships in Ezion-gaber. 37 Then Eliezer the son of Dodavah of Mare- shah prophesied against Jehoshaphat, saying, Be- cause thou hast joined thyself with Ahaziah, the Lord hath broken thy works. And the ships were broken, that they were not able to go to Tarshish. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 Jehoram, succeeding Jehoshaphat, slayeth his breth- ren. 5 His wicked reign. 8 Edom and Libnah revolt. 12 The prophecy of Elijah against him in writing. 16 Philistines and Arabians oppress him. 18 His in- curable disease, infamous death, and burial. "VT* OW Jehoshaphat slept with his fathers, and -131 was buried with his fathers in the city of 546 Jehoram's wicked reign. II. CHRONICLES, XXII. (22) Ahaziah's wicked reign. David. And Jehoram his son reigned in his stead. 2 And he had brethren the sons of Jehosha- phat, Azariah, and Jehiel, and Zechariah, and Azariah, and Michael, and Shephatiah: all these were the sons of Jehoshaphat king of Israel. 3 And their father gave them great gifts of sil- ver, and of gold, and of precious things, with fenced cities in Judah : but the kingdom gave he to Jehoram; because he was the firstborn. 4 Now when Jehoram was risen up to the king- dom of his father, he strengthened himself, and slew all his brethren with the sword, and divers also of the princes of Israel. 5 Jehoram was thirty and two years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eight years in Jerusalem. 6 And he walked in the way of the kings of Is- rael, like as did the house of Ahab: for he had the daughter of Ahab to wife: and he wrought that which was evil in the eyes of the Lord. 7 Howbeit the Lord would not destroy the house of David, because of the covenant that he had made with David, and as he promised to give a light to him and to his sons for ever. 8 In his days the Edomites revolted from un- der the dominion of Judah, and made themselves a king. 9 Then Jehoram went forth with his princes, and all his chariots with him: and he rose up by night, and smote the Edomites which compassed him in, and the captains of the chariots. 10 So the Edomites revolted from under the hand of Judah unto this day. The same time also did Libnah revolt from under his hand; be- cause he had forsaken the Lord God of his fathers. 11 Moreover he made high places in the moun- tains of Judah, and caused the inhabitants of Jerusalem to commit fornication, and compelled Judah thereto. 12 And there came a writing to him from Eli- jah the prophet, saying, Thus saith the Lord God of David thy father, Because thou hast not walked in the ways of Jehoshaphat thy father, nor in the ways of Asa king of Judah, 13 But hast walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and hast made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to go a whoring, like to the whore- doms of the house of Ahab, and also hast slain thy brethren of thy father's house, which were better than thyself: 14 Behold, with a great plague will the Lord smite thy people, and thy children, and thy wives, and all thy goods: 15 And thou shalt have great sickness by dis- ease of thy bowels, until thy bowels fall out by reason of the sickness day by day. 16 Moreover the Lord stirred up against Jeho- ram the spirit of the Philistines, and of the Arabians, that were near the Ethiopians: 17 And they came up into Judah, and brake into it, and carried away all the substance that was found in the king's house, and his sons also, and his wives; so that there was never a son left him, save Jehoahaz, the youngest of his sons. 18 And after all this the Lord smote him in his bowels with an incurable disease. 19 And it came to pass, that in process oi time, after the end of two years, his bowels fell out by reason of his sickness : so he died of sore diseases. And his people made no burning for him, like the burning of his fathers. 20 Thirty and two years old was he when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem eight years, and departed without being desired. Howbeit they buried him in the city of David, but not in the sepulchres of the kings. CHAPTER XXII. (22) 1 Ahaziah succeeding reigneth wickedly. 5 In bis con- federacy with Joram the son of Ahab, he is slain by Jehu. 10 Athaliah, destroying all the seed royal, save Joash, whom Jehoshabeath his aunt hid, usurpetb the kingdom. AND the inhabitants of Jerusalem made Ahaziah his youngest son king in his stead: for the band of men that came with the Arabians to the camp had slain all the eldest. So Ahaziah the son of Jehoram king of Judah reigned. 2 Forty and two years old was Ahaziah when he began to reign, and he reigned one year in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Atha- liah the daughter of Omri. 3 He also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab: for his mother was his counsellor to do wickedly. 4 Wherefore he did evil in the sight of the Lord like the house of Ahab: for they were his counsellors after the death of his father to his destruction. 5 He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramoth- gilead: and the Syrians smote Joram. 6 And he returned to be healed in Jezreel be- cause of the wounds which were given him at Ramah, when he fought with Hazael king of Syria. And Azariah the son of Jehoram king of Judah went down to see Jehoram the son of Ahab at Jezreel, because he was sick. 7 And the destruction of Ahaziah was of God by coming to Joram: for when he was come, he went out with Jehoram against Jehu the son of Nimshi, whom the Lord had anointed to cut off the house of Ahab. 8 And it came to pass, that, when Jehu was executing judgment upon the hxrase of Ahab, and found the princes of Judah, and the sons of the brethren of Ahaziah, that ministered to Ahaziah, he slew them. 9 And he sought Ahaziah: and they caught him, (for he was hid in Samaria,) and brought him to Jehu: and when they had slain him, they buried him: Because, said they, he is the son of Jehoshaphat, who sought the Lord with all his heart. 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So Je- hoshabeath, the daughter of king Jehoram, the wife of Jehoiada the priest, (for she was the sis- ter of Ahaziah,) hid him from Athaliah, so that she slew, him not. 12 And he was with them hid in the house of God six years: and Athaliah reigned over the land. CHAPTER XXin. (23) 1 Jehoiada, having set things in order, maketh Joash king. 12 Athaliah is slain. 1G Jehoiada restoreth the worship of God. AND in the seventh year Jehoiada strength- ened himself, and took the captains of hun- dreds, Azariah the son of Jeroham, and Ishmael the son of Jehohanan, and Azariah the son of Obed, and Maaseiah the son of Adaiah, and Eli- shaphat the son of Zichri, into covenant with him. 2 And they went about in Judah, and gath- ered the Levites out of all the cities of Judah, and the chief of the fathers of Israel, and they came to Jerusalem. 3 And all the congregation made a covenant with the king in the house of God. And he said unto them, Behold, the king's son shall reign, as the Lord hath said of the sons of David. 4 This is the thing that ye shall do; A third part of you entering on the sabbath, of the priests and of the Levites, shall be porters of the doors; 5 And a third part shall be at the king's house ; and a third part at the gate of the foundation: and all the people shall be in the courts of the house of the Lord. 6 But let none come into the house of the Lord, savt the priests, and they that minister of the Levites; they shall go in, for they are holy: but all the people shall keep the watch of the Lord. 7 And the Levites shall compass the king round about, every man with his weapons in his hand ; and whosoever else cometh into the house, he shall be put to death : but be ye with the king when he cometh in, and when he goeth out. 8 So the Levites and all Judah did according to all things that Jehoiada the priest had com- manded, and took every man his men that were to come in on the sabbath, with them that were to go out on the sabbath: for Jehoiada the priest dismissed not the courses. 9 Moreover Jehoiada the priest delivered to the captains of hundreds spears, and bucklers, and shields, that had been king David's, which were in the house of God. 10 And he set all the people, every man hav- ing his weapon in his hand, from the right side of the temple to the left side of the temple, along by the altar and the temple, by the king round about. 11 Then they brought out the king's son, and put upon him the crown, and gave him the testi- mony, and made him king. And Jehoiada and his sons anointed him, and said, God save the king. 12 Now when Athaliah heard the noise of the people running and praising the king, she came to the people into the house of the Lord: 13 And she looked, and, behold, the king stood at his pillar at the entering in, and the princes and the trumpets by the king: and all the people of the land rejoiced, and sounded with trumpets, also the singers with instruments of musick, and such as taught to sing praise. Then Athaliah rent her clothes, and said, Treason, Treason. 11 Then Jehoiada the priest brought out the captains of hundreds that were set over the host, and said unto them, Have her forth of the ranges : and whoso followeth her, let him be slain with the sword. For the priest said, Slay her not in the house of the Lord. 15 So they laid hands on her; and when she was come to the entering of the horse gate by the king's house, they slew her there. 16 And Jehoiada made a covenant between him, and between all the people, and between the king, that they should be the Lord's people. 17 Then all the people went to the house of Baal, and brake it down, and brake his alters and his images in pieces, and slew Mattan the priest of Baal before the altars. 18 Also Jehoiada appointed the offices of the house of the Lord by the hand of the priests the Levites, whom David had distributed in the house of the Lord, to offer the burnt offerings of the Lord, as it is written in the law of Moses, with rejoicing and with singing, as it was or- dained by David. 19 And he set the porters at + he gates of the house of the Lord, that none which was unclean in any thing should enter in. 20 And he took the captains of hundreds, and the nobles, and the governors of the people, and all the people of the land, and brought down the king from the house of the Lord : and they came through the high gate into the king's house, and set the king upon the throne of the kingdom. 21 And all the people of the land rejoiced: and the city was quiet, after that they had slain Atha- liah with the sword. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) 1 Joash reigneth well all the days of Jehoiada. 4 He giveth order for the repair of the temple. 15 Jehoia- da's death and honourable burial. 17 Joash, falling to idolatry, slayeth Zechariah the son of Jeboiada. 23 Joash is spoiled by the Syrians, and slain by Za- bad and Jehozabad. 27 Amaziah succeedeth him. JOASH was seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years in Jeru- salem. His mother's name also was Zibiah of Beer-sheba. 348 Joash repaireth the temple. II. CHEONICLES, XXV. (25) Joash is slain. 2 And Joash did that which was right in the sight of the Lord all the days of Jehoiada the priest. 3 And Jehoiada took for him two wives; and he begat sons and daughters. 4 And it came to pass after this, that Joasn was minded to repair the house of the Lord. 5 And he gathered together the priests and the Levites, and said to them, Go out unto the cities of Judah, and gather of all Israel money to repair the house of your God from year to year 1 , and see that ye hasten the matter. Howbeit the Levites hastened it not. 6 And the king called for Jehoiada the chief, and said unto him, Why hast thou not required of the Levites to bring in out of Judah and out of Jerusalem the collection, according to the com- mandment of Moses the servant of the Lord, and of the congregation of Israel, for the tabernacle of witness? 7 For the sons of Athaliah, that wicked wom- an, had broken up the house of God; and also all the dedicated things of the house of the Lord did they bestow upon Baalim. 8 And at the king's commandment they made a chest, and set it without at the gate of the house of the Lord. 9 And they made a proclamation through Ju- dah and Jerusalem, to bring in to the Lord the collection that Moses the servant of God laid upon Israel in the wilderness. 10 And all the princes and all the people re- joiced, and brought in, and cast into the chest, until they had made an end. 11 Now it came to pass, that at what time the chest was brought unto the king's office by the hand of the Levites, and when they saw that there was much money, the king's scribe and the high priest's officer came and emptied the chest, and took it, and carried it to his place again. Thus they did day by day, and gathered money in abundance. 12 And the king and Jehoiada gave it to such as did the work of the service of the house of the Lord, and hired masons and carpenters to repair the house of the Lord, and also such as wrought iron and brass to mend the house of the Lord. 13 So the workmen wrought, and the work was perfected by them, and they set the house of God in his state, and strengthened it. 14 And when they had finished it, they brought the rest of the money before the king and Je- hoiada, whereof were made vessels for the house of the Lord, even vessels to minister, and to offer withal, and spoons, and vessels of gold and sil- ver. And they offered burnt offerings in the house of the Lord continually all the days of Jehoiada. 15 But Jehoiada waxed old, and was full of days when he died; an hundred and thirty years old was he when he died. 16 And they buried him in the city of David among the kings, because he had done good in Israel, both toward God, and toward his house. 17 Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them. 18 And they left the house of the Lord God of their fathers, and served groves and idols: and wrath came upon Judah and Jerusalem for this their trespass. 19 Yet he sent prophets to them, to bring them again unto the Lord; and they testified against them : but they would not give ear. 20 And the Spirit of God came upon Zechariah the son of Jehoiada the priest, which stood above the people, and said unto them, Thus saith God, Why transgress ye the commandments of the Lord, that ye cannot prosper? because ye have forsaken the Lord, he hath also forsaken you. 21 And they conspired against him, and stoned him with stones at the commandment of the king in the court of the house of the Lord. 22 Thus Joash the king remembered not the kindness which Jehoiada his father had done to him, but slew his son. And when he died, he said, The Lord look upon it, and require it. 23 And it came to pass at the end of the year, that the host of Syria came up against him : and they came to Judah and Jerusalem, and destroyed all the princes of the people from among the peo- ple, and sent all the spoil of them unto the king of Damascus. 24 For the army of the Syrians came with a small company of men, and the Lord delivered a very great host into their hand, because they had forsaken the Lord God of their fathers. So they executed judgment against Joash. 25 And when they were departed from him, (for they left him in great diseases,) his own ser- vants conspired against him for the blood of the sons of Jehoiada the priest, and slew him on his bed, and he died : and they buried him in the city of David, but they buried, him not in the sepul- chres of the kings. 26 And these are they that conspired against him; Zabad the son of Shimeath an Ammonitess, and Jehozabad the son of Shimrith a Moabitess. 27 Now concerning his sons, and the greatness of the burdens laid upon him, and the repairing of the house of God, behold, they are written in the story of the book of the kings. And Amaziah his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 Amaziah beginneth to reign well. 3 He executeth justice on the traitors. 5 Having hired an army of Israelites against the Edoroites, at the word of a prophet he loseth the hundred talents, and dismisseth them. 11 He overthroweth the Edomites. 10, 13 The Israelites, discontented with their dismission, spoil as they return home. 14 Amaziah, proud of his vic- tory, serveth the gods of Edom, and despiseth the ad- monitions of the prophet. 17 He provoketh Joash to his overthrow. 25 His reign. 27 He is slain by con- spiracy. AMAZIAH was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. 349 '4 Amaziah succeedeth him. II. CHRONICLES, XXVI. (26) He overthroweth the Edomites. 2 And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, but not with a perfect heart. 3 Now it came to pass, when the kingdom was established to him, that he slew his servants that had killed the king his father. 4 But he slew not their children, but did as it is written in the law in the book of Moses, where the Lord commanded, saying, The fathers shall not die for the children, neither shall the children die for the fathers, but every man shall die for his own sin. 5 Moreover Amaziah gathered Judah together, and made them captains over thousands, and cap- tains over hundreds, according to the houses of their fathers, throughout all Judah and Benja- min: and he numbered them from twenty years old and above, and found them three hundred thousand choice men, able to go forth to war, that could handle spear and shield. 6 He hired also an hundred thousand mighty men of valour out of Israel for an hundred talents of silver. 7 But there came a man of God to him, saying, king, let not the army of Israel go with thee; for the Lord is not with Israel, to wit, with all the children of Ephraim. 8 But if thou wilt go, do it, be strong for the battle: God shall make thee fall before the en- emy: for God hath power to help, and to cast down. 9 And Amaziah said to the man of God, But what shall we do for the hundred talents which 1 have given to the army of Israel ? And the man of God answered, The Lord is able to give thee much more than this. 10 Then Amaziah separated them, to wit, the army that was come to him out of Ephraim, to go home again: wherefore their anger was greatly kindled against Judah, and they returned home in great anger. 11 And Amaziah strengthened himself, and led forth his people, and went to the valley of salt, and smote of the children of Seir ten thousand. 12 And other ten thousand left alive did the children of Judah carry away captive, and brought them unto the top of the rock, and cast them down from the top of the rock, that they all were broken in pieces. 13 But the soldiers of the army which Amaziah sent back, that they should not go> with him to battle, fell upon the cities of Judah, from Samaria even unto Beth-horon, and smote three thousand of them, and took much spoil. 14 Now it came to pass, after that Amaziah was come from the slaughter of the Edomites, that he brought the gods of the children of Seir, and set them up to be his gods, and bowed down himself before them, and burned incense unto them. 15 Wherefore the anger of the Lord was kin- dled against Amaziah, and he sent unto him a prophet, which said unto him, Why hast thou sought after the gods of the people, which could not deliver their own people out of thine hand? 16 And it came to pass, as he talked with him, that the king said unto him, Art thcu made of the king's counsel? forbear; why shouldest thou be smitten? Then the prophet forbare, and said, I know that God hath determined to destroy thee, because thou hast done this, and hast not heark- ened unto my counsel. 17 Then Amaziah king of Judah took advice, and sent to Joash, the son of Jehoahaz, the son of Jehu, king of Israel, saying, Come, let us see one another in the face. 18 And Joash king of Israel sent to Amaziah king of Judah, saying, The thistle that was in Lebanon sent to the cedar that was in Lebanon, saying, Give thy daughter to my son to wife: and there passed by a wild beast that was in Lebanon,, and trode down the thistle. 19 Thou sayest, Lo, thou hast smitten the Edomites; and thine heart lifteth thee up to boast: abide now at home; why shouldest thou meddle to thine hurt, that thou shouldest fall, even thou, and Judah with thee? 20 But Amaziah would not hear; for it came of God, that he might deliver them into the hand of their enemies, because they sought after the gods of Edom. 21 So Joash the king of Israel went up; and they saw one another in the face, both he and Amaziah king of Judah, at Beth-shemesh, which belongeth to Judah. 22 And Judah was put to the worse before Is- rael, and they fled every man to his tent. 23 And Joash the king of Israel took Amaziah king of Judah, the son of Joash, the son of Je- hoahaz, at Beih-shemesh, and brought him toi Jerusalem, and brake down the wall of Jerusa- lem from the gate of Ephraim to the corner gate, four hundred cubits. 24 And he took all the gold and the silver, and all the vessels that were found in the house of God with Obed-edom, and the treasures of the king's house, the hostages also, and returned to Samaria. 25 And Amaziah the son of Joash king of Ju- dah lived after the death of Joash son of Je- hoahaz king of Israel fifteen years. 26 Now the rest of the acts of Amaziah, first and last, behold, are they not written in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel? 27 Now after the time that Amaziah did turn! away from following the Lord they made a con* spiracy against him in Jerusalem; and he fled to Lachish: but they sent to Lachish after him, and slew him there. 28 And they brought him upon horses, and buried him with his fathers in the city of Judah. CHAPTER XXVI. (26) 1 Uzziah succeeding, and reigning well in the days of Zechariab. prospereth. 16 Waxing proud, he invad- eth the priest's office, and is smitten with leprosy. 22 He dieth, and Jotham succeedeth him. THEN all the people of Judah took Uzziah, who was sixteen years old, and made him king in the room of his father Amaziah. 350 Uzziah is smitten II. CHRONICLES, XXVII. (27) with leprosy. 2 He built Eloth, and restored it to Judah, after that the king slept with, his fathers. 3 Sixteen years old was Uzziah when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and two years in .Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Jecon liah of Jerusalem. 4 And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, according to all that his father Amaziah did. 5 And he sought God in the days of Zechariah, who had understanding in the visions of God: and as long as he sought the Lord, God made him to prosper. 6 And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities about Ashdod, and among the Philis- tines. 7 And God helped him against the Philistines, and against the Arabians that dwell in Gur-baal, and the Mehunims. 8 And the Ammonites gave gifts to Uzziah: and his name spread abroad even to the entering in of Egypt; for he strengthened himself exceed- ingly. 9 Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. 10 Also he built towers in the desert, and digged many wells: for he had much cattle, both in the low country, and in the plains: husband- men also, and vine dressers in the mountains, and in Carmel: for he loved husbandry. 11 Moreover Uzziah had an host of fighting men, that went out to war by bands, according to the number of their account by The hand of Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the ruler, under the hand of Hananiah, one of the king's captains. 12 The whole number of the chief of the fathers of the mighty men of valour were two thousand and six hundred. 13 And under their hand was an army, three hundred thousand and seven thousand and five hundred, that made war with mighty power, to help the king against the enemy. 14 And Uzziah prepared for them throughout all the host shields, and spears, and helmets, and habergeons, and bows, and siings to cast stones. 15 And he made in Jerusalem engines, in- vented by cunning men, to be on the towers and upon the bulwarks, to shoot arrows and great stones withal. And his name spread far abroad ; for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong. 16 But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his destruction: for he transgressed against the Lord his God, and went into the tem- ple of the Lord to burn incense upon the altar of incense. 17 And Azariah the priest went in after him, and with him fourscore priests of the Lord, that were valiant men: 18 And they withstood Uzziah the king, and said unto him, It appertaineth not unto thee, Uz- ziah, to burn incense unto the Lord, but to the priests the sons of Aaron, that are consecrated to burn incense: go out of the sanctuary; for thou hast trespassed ; neither shall it be for thine hon- our from the Lord God. 19 Then Uzziah was wroth, and had a censer in his hand to burn incense: and while he was wroth with the priests, the leprosy even rose up in his forehead before the priests in the house of the Lord, from beside the incense altar. 20 And Azariah the chief priest, and all the priests, looked upon him, and, behold, he wasl leprous in his forehead, and they thrust him out from thence; yea, himself hasted also to go out, because the Lord had smitten him. 21 And Uzziah the king was a leper unto the day of his death^ and dwelt in a several house, being a leper; for he was cut off from the house of the Lord: and Jotham his son was over the king's house, judging the people of the land. 22 Now the rest of the acts of Uzziah, first and last, did Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz, write. 23 So Uzziah slept with his fathers, and they buried him with his fathers in the field of the burial which belonged to the kings; for they said, He is a leper: and Jotham his son reigned in his stead. CHAPTER XXVII. (27) 1 Jotham reigning well prospereth. 5 He subdueth tlie Ammonites. 7 His reign. 9 Ahaz suceeedeth him. JOTHAM was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. 2 And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, according to all that his father Uz- ziah did: howbeit he entered not into the temple of the Lord. And the people did yet corruptly. 3 He built the high gate of the house of the Lord, and on the wall of Ophel he built much. 4 Moreover he built cities in the mountains of Judah, and in the forests he built castles and towers. 5 He fought also with the king of the Ammon- ites, and prevailed against them. And the chil- dren of Ammon gave him the same year an hun- dred talents of silver, and ten thousand measures of wheat, and ten thousand of barley. So much did the children of Ammon pay unto him, both the second year, and the third. 6 So Jotham became mighty, because he pre- pared his ways before the Lord his God. 7 Now the rest of the acts of Jotham, and all his wars, and his ways, lo, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. 8 He was five and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned sixteen years in Jeru- salem. 9 And Jotham slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Ahaz his son reigned in his stead. 351 a solemn passover on tihe sec- ond month for Judah and Israel. 13 The assembly, having destroyed the altars of idolatry, keep the feast fourteen days. 27 The priests and Levites bless the people. AND Hezekiah sent to all Israel and Judah, and wrote letters also to Ephraim and Manasseh, that they should come to the house of the Lord at Jerusalem, to keep the passover unto the Lord God of Israel. 2 For the king had taken counsel, and his princes, and all the congregation in Jerusalem, to keep the passover in the second month. 3 For they could not keep it at that time, be- cause the priests had not sanctified themselves sufficiently, neither had the people gathered themselves together to Jerusalem. 4 And the thing pleased the. king and all the congregation. 5 So they established a decree to make procla- mation throughout all Israel, from Beer-sheba even to Dan, that they should come to keep the passover unto the Lord God of Israel at Jerusa- lem: for they had not done it of a long time in such sort as it was written. 6 So the posts went with the letters from the king and his princes throughout all Israel and Judah, and according to the commandment of the king, saying, Ye children of Israel, turn again unto the Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, and he will return to the remnant of you, that are escaped out of the hand of the kings of As- syria, 7 And be> not ye like your fathers, and like your brethren, which trespassed against the Lord God of their fathers, who therefore gave them up to desolation, as ye see. 8 Now be ye not stiffnecked, as your fathers were, but yield yourselves unto the Lord, and en- ter into his sanctuary, which he hath sanctified for ever: and serve the Lord your God, that the fierceness of his wrath may turn away from you. 9 For if ye turn again unto the Lord, your brethren and your children shall find compassion before them that lead them captive, so that they shall come again into this land: for the Lord your God is gracious and merciful, and will not turn away his face from you, if ye return unto him. 10 So the posts passed from city to city through the country of Ephraim and Manasseh even unto Zebulun: but they laughed them to scorn, and mocked them. 11 Nevertheless divers of Asher and Manasseh! and of Zebulun humbled themselves, and came to Jerusalem. 12 Also in Judah the hand of God was to give them one heart to do the commandment of the king and of the princes, by the word of the Lord. 13 And there assembled at Jerusalem much people to keep the feast of unleavened bread in the second month, a very great congregation. 14 And they arose and took away the altars that were in Jerusalem, and all the altars for in-* cense took they away, and cast them into the brook Kidron. 15 Then they killed the passover on the four- teenth day of the second month: and the priests and the Levites were ashamed, and sanctified themselves, and brought in the burnt offerings into the house of the Lord. 16 And they stood in their place after their manner, according to the law of Moses the man of God: the priests sprinkled the blood, whichi they received of the hand of the Levites. 17 For there were many in the congregation that were not sanctified: therefore the Levites had the charge of the killing of the passovers for every one that was not clean, to sanctify them unto the Lord. 18 For a multitude of the people, even many of Ephraim, and Manasseh, Issachar, and Zebulun, had not cleansed themselves, yet did they eat the passover otherwise than it was written. But Hezekiah prayed for them, saying, The good Lord pardon every one 19 That prepareth his heart to seek God, the Lord God of his fathers, though he be not cleansed according to the purification of the sanctuary. 20 And the Lord hearkened to Hezekiah, and healed the people. 21 And the children of Israel that were pres j ent at Jerusalem, kept the feast of unleavened bread seven days with great gladness: and the Levites and the priests praised the Lord day by day, singing with loud instruments unto the Lord. 22 And Hezekiah spake comfortably unto all the Levites that taught the good knowledge of the Lord : and they did eat throughout the feast 354 Idolatry is destroyed. II. CHRONICLES, XXXI. (31) Hezekiah's sincerity. seven days, offering peace offerings, and making confession to the Lord God of their fathers. 23 And the whole assembly took counsel to keep other seven days : and they kept other seven days with gladness. 24 For Hezekiah king of Judah did give to the congregation a thousand bullocks and seven thousand sheep; and the princes gave to the con- gregation a thousand bullocks and ten thousand sheep: and a great number of priests sanctified themselves. 25 And all the congregation of Judah, with the priests and the Levites, and all the congregation that came out of Israel, and the strangers that came out of the land of Israel, and that dwelt in Judah, rejoiced. 26 So there was great joy in Jerusalem: for since the time of Solomon the son of David king of Israel there was not the like in Jerusalem. 27 Then the priests the Levites arose and blessed the people: and their voice was heard, and their prayer came up to his holy dwelling place, even unto heaven. CHAPTER XXXI. (31) 1 The people is forward in destroying idolatry. 2 Heze- kiah ordereth the courses of the priests and Levites, and provideth for their work and maintenance. 5 The people's forwardness in offerings and tithes. 11 Heze- kiah appointeth officers to dispose of the tithes. 20 The sincerity of Hezekiah. KOW when all this was finished, all Israel that were present went out to the cities of Judah, and brake the images in pieces, and cut down the groves, and threw down the high places and the altars out of all Judah and Benjamin, in Ephraim also and Manasseh, until they had ut- terly destroyed them all. Then all the children of Israel returned, every man to his possession, into their own cities. 2 And Hezekiah appointed the courses of the priests and the Levites after their courses, every man according to his sendee, the priests and Le- vites for burnt offerings and for peace offerings, to minister, and to give thanks, and to praise in the gates of the tents of the Lord. 3 He appointed also the king's portion of his substance for the burnt offerings, to wit, for the morning and evening burnt offerings, and the burnt offerings for the sabbaths, and for the new moons, and for the set feasts, as it is written in the law of the Lord. 4 Moreover he commanded the people that dwelt in Jerusalem to give the portion of the priests and the Levites, that they might be en- couraged in the law of the Lord. 5 And as soon as the commandment came abroad, the children of Israel brought in abund- ance the firstfruits of corn, wine, and oil, and honey, and of all the increase of the field; and the tithe of all things brought they in abundantly. 6 And concerning the children of Israel and Judah, that dwelt in the cities of Judah, they also brought in the tithe of oxen and sheep, and the tithe of holy things which were consecrated unto the Lord their God, and laid them by heaps. 7 In the third month they began to lay the foundation of the heaps, and finished them in the seventh month. 8 And when Hezekiah and the princes came and saw the heaps, they blessed the Lord, and his people Israel. 9 Then Hezekiah questioned with the priests and the Levites concerning the heaps. 10 And Azariah the chief priest of the house of Zadok answered him, and said, Since the peo- ple began to bring the offerings into the house of the Lord, we have had enough to eat, and have left plenty: for the Lord hath blessed his people; and that which is left is this great store. 11 Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of the Lord ; and they pre- pared them, 12 And brought in the offerings and the tithes and the dedicated things faithfully: over which Cononiah the Levite was ruler, and Shimei his brother was the next. 13 And Jehiel, and Azaziah, and Nahath, and Asahel, and Jerimoth, and Jozabad, and Eliel, and Ismachiah, and Mahath, and Benaiah, were overseers under the hand of Cononiah and Shimei his brother, at the commandment of Hezekiah the king, and Azariah the ruler of the house of God. 14 And Lore the son of Imnah the Levite, the porter toward the east, was over the freewill of- ferings of God, to distribute the oblations of the Lord, and the most holy things. 15 And next him were Eden, and Miniamin, and Jeshua, and Shemaiah, Amariah, and She- caniah, in the cities of the priests, in their set of- fice, to give to their brethren by courses, as well to the great as to the small: 1G Beside their genealogy of males, from three years old and upward, even unto every one that entereth into the house of the Lord, his daily por- tion for their service in their charges according to their courses; 17 Both to the genealogy of the priests by the house of their fathers, and the Levites from twen- ty years old and upward, in their charges by their courses; 18 And to the genealogy of all their little ones, their wives, and their sons, and their daughters, through all the congregation: for in their set of- fice they sanctified themselves in holiness : 19 Also of the sons of Aaron the priests, which were in the fields of the suburbs of their cities, in every several city, the men that were expressed by name, to give portions to all the males among the priests, and to all that were reckoned by genealogies among the Levites. 20 And thus did Hezekiah throughout all Ju- dah, and wrought that which was good and right and truth before the Lord his God. 21 And in every work that be began in the ser- vice of the house of God, and in the law, and in 365 5-75" Sennacherib's invasion. II. CHRONICLES, XXXII. (32) The Assyrians destroyed. the commandments, to seek his God, he did it with all his heart, and prospered. CHAPTER XXXH. (32) 1 Sennacherib invading Judah, Hezekiah fortilieth himself, and encourageth his people. 9 Against the blasphemies of Sennacherib, by message and letters, Hezekiah and Isaiah pray. 21 An angel destroyeth the host of the Assyrians, to the glory of Hezekiah. 24 Hezekiah praying in his sickness, God giveth him a sign of recovery. 25 He waxing proud is humbled by God. 27 His wealth and works. 31 His error in the ambassage of Babylon. 32 He dying, Manaseh succeedeth him. AFTER these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fenced cities, and thought to win them for himself. 2 And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem, 3 He took counsel with his princes and his mighty men to stop the waters of the fountains which were without the city: and they did help him. I So there was gathered much people together, who stopped all the fountains, and the brook that ran through the midst of the land, saying, Why should the kings of Assyria come, and find much water? 5 Also he strengthened himself, and built up all the wall that was broken, and raised it up to the towers, and another wall without, and re- paired Millo in the city of David, and made darts and shields in abundance. 6 And he set captains of war over the people, and gathered them together to hi'm in the street of the gate of the' city, and spake comfortably to them, saying, 7 Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that is with him: for there be more with us than with him: 8 With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the Lord our God to help us, and to fight our bat- tles. And the people rested themselves upon the words of HezekiahJ king of Judah. 9 After this did Sennacherib king of Assyria send his servants to Jerusalem, (but he himself laid siege against Lachish, and all his power with him,) unto Hezekiah king of Judah,' and unto all Judah that were at Jerusalem, saying, 10 Thus saith Sennacherib king of Assyria, Whereon do ye trust, that ye abide in the siege in Jerusalem? 11 Doth not Hezekiah persuade you to give over yourselves to die by famine and by thirst, saying, The Lord our God shall deliver us out of the hand of the king of Assyria? 12 Hath not the same Hezekiah taken away his high places and his altars, and commanded Judah and Jerusalem, saying, Ye shall worship before one altar, and burn incense upon it? 13 Know ye not what I and my fathers have done unto all the people of other lands? were the gods of the nations of those lands any ways able to deliver their lands out of mine hand? 14 Who was there among all the gods of those nations that my fathers utterly destroyed, that could deliver his people out of mine hand, that your God should be able to deliver you out of mine hand? 15 Now therefore let not Hezekiah deceive you, nor persuade you on this manner, neither yet be- lieve him: for no god of any nation or kingdom was able to deliver his people out of mine hand, and out of the hand of my fathers : how much less shall your God deliver you out of mine hand? 16 And his servants spake yet more against the Lord God, and against his servant Hezekiah. 17 He wrote also letters to rail on the Lord God of Israel, and to speak against him, saying, As the gods of the nations of other lands have not delivered their people out of mine hand, so shall not the God of Hezekiah deliver his people out of mine hand. 18 Then they cried with a loud voice in the Jews' speech unto the people of Jerusalem that were on the wall, to affright them, and to trouble them ; that they might take the city. 19 And they spake against the God of Jeru- salem, as against the gods of the people of the earth, which were the work of the hands of man. 20 And for this cause Hezekiah the king, and the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz, prayed and cried to heaven. 21 And the Lord sent an angel, which cut off all the mighty men of valour, and the leaders and captains in the camp of the king of Assyria. So he returned with' shame of face to his own land. And when he was come into the house of his god, they that came forth of his own bowels slew him there with the sword. 22 Thus the Lord saved Hezekiah and the in- habitants of Jerusalem from the hand of Sen- nacherib the king of Assyria, and from the hand of all other, and guided them on every side. 23 And many brought gifts unto the Lord to Jerusalem, and presents to Hezekiah king of Ju- dah: so that he was magnified in the sight of all nations from thenceforth. 24 In those days Hezekiah was sick to the death, and prayed unto the Lord : and he spake unto him, and he gave him a sign. 25 But Hezekiah 1 rendered not again according to the benefit done unto him; for his heart was lifted up: therefore there was wrath upon him, and upon Judah and Jerusalem. 26 Notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled him- self for the pride of his heart, both he and the in- habitants of Jerusalem, so that the wrath of the Lord came not upon them in the days of Hezekiah. 27 And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches and honour: and he made himself treasuries for silver, and for gold, and for precious stones, and for spices, and for shields, and for all manner of pleasant jewels; 358 •8.2 Pi U p Kg £"53*3 **% O s-. oj +j 13 'g§2 +? +j p .Q p © |'^ t" +-> oa .£? a> Sh — " 0> o ■3.8 o 0> PQ SJi « .2 o » * da?* 3**8 .as .a as-2& to 33 t-i o ^•°6 •- co 9 «.2 w a .. 1N'« J . * m o a m P •~< - l-( S-l O W o to > v o a) P ** si a£§ .J o o jj'Oft 2-S rt +-» CO -r I ■77 Manasseh's wicked reign. II. CHRONICLES, XXXIII. (33) Sis great idolatry. And Manasseh his son reigned in his 28 Storehouses also for the increase of corn, and wine, and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and cotes for flocks. 29 Moreover he provided him cities, and pos- sessions of flocks and herds in abundance: for God had given him substance very much. 30 This same Hezekiah also stopped the upper watercourse of Gihon, and brought it straight down to the west side of the city of David. And Hezekiah prospered in all his works. 31 Howbeit in. the business of the ambassadors of the princes cf Babylon, who sent unto him to enquire of the wonder that was done in the land, God left him, to try him, that he might know all that was in his heart. 32 Now the rest of the acts cf Hezekiah, and his goodness, behold, they are written in the vision of Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz, and in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel. 33 And Hezekiah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the chiefest of the sepulchres of the sons of David: and all Judah and the in- habitants of Jerusalem did him honour at his death, stead. CHAPTER XXXIII. (33) 1 Manasseh's wicked reign. 3 He setteth up idolatry, and would not be admonished. 11 He is carried into Babylon. 12 Upon his prayer to 3od he is released, and putteth down idolatry. 18 His acts. 20 He dy- ing, Amon succeedeth him. 21 Amon reiguing wicked- ly is slain by his servants. 25 The murderers being slain, Josiah succeedeth him. MANASSEH was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem : 2 But did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, like unto the abominations of the heathen, whom the Lord had cast out before the children of Israel. 3 For he built again the high places which Hezekiah his father had broken down, and he reared up altars for Baalim, and made groves, and worshipped all the host of heaven, and served them. 4 Also he built altars in the house of the Lord, whereof the Lord had said, In Jerusalem shall my name be for ever. 5 And he built altars for all the host of heaven in the two courts of the house of the Lord. 6 And he caused his children to pass through the fire in the valley of the son of Hinnom: also he observed times, and used enchantments, and used witchcraft, and dealt with a familiar spirit, and with wizards: he wrought much evil in the sight of the Lord, to provoke him to anger. 7 And he set a carved image, the idol which he had made, in the house of God, of which God had said to David and to Solomon his son, In this house, and in Jerusalem, which I have chosen be- fore all the tribes of Israel, will I put my name for ever: 8 Neither will I any more remove the foot of Israel from out of the land which I have ap- pointed for your fathers; so that they will take heed to do all that 1 have commanded them, ac- cording to the whole law and the .statutes and the ordinances by the hand of Moses. 9 So Manasseh made Judah and the inhabit- ants of Jerusalem to err, and to do worse than the heathen, whom the Lord had destroyed before the children of Israel. 10 And the Lord spake to Manasseh,' and to- his people: but they would not hearken. 11 Wherefore the Lord brought upon them the captains of the host of the king of Assyria, which took Manasseh among the thorns, and bound him with fetters, and carried him to Babylon. 12 And when he was in affliction, he besought the Lord his God, and humbled himself greatly before the God of his fathers, 13 And prayed unto him : and he was intreated of him, and heard his supplication, and brought him again to Jerusalem into his kingdom. Then Manasseh knew that the Lord he was God. 14 Now after this he built a wall without the city of David, on the west side of Gihon, in the valley, even to the entering in at the fish gate, and compassed about Ophel, and raised it up a very great height, and put captains of war in all the fenced cities of Judah. 15 And he took away the strange gods, and the idol out of the house of the Lord, and all the altars that he had built in the mount of the house of the Lord and in Jerusalem, and cast them out of the city. 16 And he repaired the altar of the Lord, and sacrificed thereon peace offerings and thank offer- ings, and commanded Judah to serve the Lord God of Israel. 17 Nevertheless the people did sacrifice still in the high places, yet unto the Lord their God only. 18 Now the rest of the acts of Manasseh, and his prayer unto his God, and the words of the seers that spake to him in the name of the Lord God of Israel, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel. 19 His prayer also, and how God was intreated of him, and all his sins, and his trespass, and the places wherein he built high places, and set up groves and graven images, before he was hum- bled : behold, they are written among the sayings of the seers. 20 So Manasseh slept with his fathers, and they buried him in his own house: and Amon his son reigned in his stead. 21 Amon was two and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned two years in Jeru- salem. 22 But he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, as did Manasseh his father: for Amon sacrificed unto all the carved images which Manasseh his father had made, and served them; 23 And humbled not himself before the Lord, as Manasseh his father had humbled himself ; but Amon trespassed more and more. 24 And his servants conspired against him, and slew him in his own house. 19 357 Jo8iah's good reign. II. CHRONICLES, XXXIV. (34) The temple repaired. 25 But the people of the land slew all them that had conspired against king Amon; and the people of the land made Josiah his son king in his stead. CHAPTER XXXIV. (34) 1 Josiah's good reign. 3 He destroyeth idolatry. 8 He taketh order for the repair of the temple. 14 Hilkiah having found a hook of the law, Josiah sendeth to Huldah to enquire of the Lord. 23 Huldah prophesi- eth the destruction of Jerusalem, hut respite thereof in Josiah's time. 29 Josiah, causing it to he read in a solemn assembly, reneweth the covenant with God. JOSIAH was eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem one and thirty years. 2 And he did that which was right in the sight Of the Lord, and walked in the ways of David his father, and declined neither to the right hand, nor to the left. 3 For in the eighth year of his reign, while he was yet young, he began to seek after the God of David his father: and in the twelfth year he began to purge Judah and Jerusalem from the high places, and the groves, and the carved images, and the molten images. 4 And they brake down the altars, of Baalim in his presence; and the images, that were on high above them, he cut down; and the groves, and the carved images, and the molten images, he brake in pieces, and made dust of them, and strowed it upon the graves of them that had sacri- ficed unto them. 5 And he burnt the bones of the priests upon their altars, and cleansed Judah and Jerusalem. 6 And so did he in the cities of Manasseh, and Ephraim, and Simeon, even unto Naphtali, with their mattocks round about. 7 And when he had broken down the altars and the groves, and had beaten the graven images into powder, and cut down all the idols through- out all the land of Israel, he returned to Jeru- salem. 8 Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, when he had purged the land, and the house, he sent Shaphan the son of Azaliah, and Maaseiah the governor of the city, and Joah the son of Joahaz the recorder, to repair the house of the Lord his God. 9 And when they came to Hilkiah the high priest, they delivered the money that was brought into the house of God, which the Levites that kept the doors had gathered of the hand of Manasseh and Ephraim, and of all the remnant of Israel, and of all Judah and Benjamin; and they returned to Jerusalem. 10 And they put it in the hand of the work- men that had the oversight of the house of the Lord, and they gave it to the workmen that wrought in the house of the Lord, to repair and amend the houses 11 Even to the artificers and builders gave they it, to buy hewn stone, and timber for couplings, and to floor the houses which the kings of Judah had destroyed. 12 And the men did the work faithfully: and the overseers of them were Jahath and Obadiah, the Levites, of the sons of Merari; and Zechariah and Meshullam, of the sons of the Kohathites, to set it forward; and other of the Levites, all that could skill of instruments of musick. 13 Also they were over the bearers of burdens, and were overseers of all that wrought the work in any manner of service: and of the Levites there were scribes, and officers, and porters. 14 And when they brought out the money that was brought into the house of the Lord, Hilkiah the priest found a book of the law of the Lord given by Moses. 15 And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of the Lord. And Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan. 16 And Shaphan carried the book to the king, and brought the king word back again, saying, All that was committed to thy servants, they do it. 17 And they have gathered together the money that was found in the house of the Lord, and have delivered it into the hand of the overseers, and to the hand of the workmen. 18 Then Shaphan the scribe told the king, say- ing, Hilkiah the priest hath given me a book. And Shaphan read it before the king. 19 And it came to pass, when the king had heard the words of the law, that he rent his clothes^ 20 And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahi- kam the son of Shaphan, and Abdon the son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a ser- vant of the king's, saying, 21 Go, enquire of the Lord for me, and for them that are left in Israel and in Judah, concerning the words of the book that is found: for great is the wrath of the Lord that is poured out upon us, because our fathers have not kept the word of the Lord, to do after all that is written in this book. 22 And Hilkiah, and they that the king had appointed, went to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum the son of Tikvath, the son of Hasrah, keeper of the wardrobe; (now she dwelt in Jerusalem in the college:) and they spake to her to that effect. 23 And she answered them, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Tell ye the man that sent you to me. 24 Thus saith the Lord, Behold, I will bring evil upon this place, and upon the inhabitants thereof, even all the curses that are written in the book which they have read before the king of Judah: 25 Because they have forsaken me, and have burned incense unto other gods, that they might provoke me to anger with all the works of their hands; therefore my wrath shall be poured out upon this place, and shall not be quenched. 26 And as for the king of Judah, who sent you to enquire of the Lord, so shall ye say unto him, 868 ■ni Josiah keepeth II. CHRONICLES, XXXV. (35) a solemn passover. Thus saith the Lord God of Israel concerning the words which thou hast heard; 27 Because thine heart was tender, and thou didst humble thyself before God, when thou heardest his words against this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, and hunibledst thyself before me, and didst rend thy clothes, and weep before me; I have even heard thee also, saith the Lord. 28 Behold, I will gather thee to thy fathers, and thou shalt be gathered to thy grave in peace, neither shall thine eyes see all the evil that I will bring upon this place, and upon the inhabit- ants of the same. So they brought the king word again. 29 Then the king sent and gathered together all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem. 30 And the king went up into the house of the Lord, and all the men of Judah, and the inhabit- ants of Jerusalem, and the priests, and the Le- vites, and all the people, great and small: and he read in their ears all the words of the book of the covenant that was found in the house of the Lord. 31 And the king stood in his place, and made a covenant before the Lord, to walk after the Lord, and to keep his commandments, and his testimonies, and his statutes, with all his heart, and with all his soul, to perform the words of the covenant which are written in this book. 32 And he caused all that were present in Jeru- salem and Benajmin to stand to it. And the in- habitants of Jerusalem did according to the covenant of God, the God of their fathers. 33 And Josiah. took away all the abominations out of all the countries that pertained to the chil- dren of Israel, and made all that were present in Israel to serve, even to serve the Lord their God. And all his days they departed not from follow- ing the" Lord, the God of their fathers. CHAPTER XXXV. (35) 1 Josiah keepeth a most solemn passover. 20 He, pro- voking Pharaoh-necho, is slain at Megiddo. 25 La- mentations for Josiah. MOREOVER Josiah kept a passover unto the Lord in Jerusalem: and they killed the passover on the fourteenth day of the first month. 2 And he set the priesis in their charges, and encouraged them to the service of the house of the Lord, 3 And said unto the Levites that taught all Israel, which were holy unto the Lord, Put the holy ark in the house which Solomon the son of David king of Israel did build; it shall not be a burden upon your shoulders: serve now the Lord your God, and his people Israel, 4 And prepare yourselves by the houses of your fathers, after your courses, according to the writ- ing of David king of Israel, and according to the writing of Solomon his son. 5 And stand in the holy place according to the divisions of the families of the fathers of your brethren the peopla and after the division of the families of the Levitt 6 So kill the passover, and sanctify yourselves, and prepare your brethren, that they may do> ac- cording to the word of the Lord by the hand of Moses. 7 And Josiah gave to the people, of the flock, lambs and kids, all for the passover offerings, for all that were present, to the number of thirty thousand, and three thousand bullocks: these were the king's substance. 8 And his princes gave willingly unto the peo- ple, to the priests, and to the Levites: Hilkiah and Zechariah and Jehiel, rulers of the house of God, gave unto the priests for the passover offerings two thousand and six hundred small cattle, and three hundred oxen. 9 Conaniah also, and Shemaiah and Nethaneel, his brethren, and Hashabiah and Jeiel and Joza- bad, chief of the Levites, gave unto the Levites for passover offerings five thousand small cattle, and five hundred oxen. 10 So the service was prepared, and the priests stood in their place, and the Levites in their courses, according to the king's commandment. 11 And they killed the passover, and the priests sprinkled the blood from their hands, and the Levites flayed them. 12 And they removed the burnt offerings, that they might give according to the divisions of the families of the people, to offer unto the Lord, as it is written in the book of Moses. And so did they with the oxen. 13 And they roasted the passover with fire ac- cording to the ordinance: but the other holy of- ferings sod they in pots, and in caldrons, and in pans, and divided them speedily among all the people. 14 And afterward they made ready for them- selves, and for the priests : because the priests the sons of Aaron were busied in offering of burnt offerings and the fat until night; therefore the Levites prepared for themselves, and for the priests the sons of Aaron. 15 And the singers the sons of Asaph were in their place, according to the commandment of David, and Asaph, and Heman, and Jeduthun the king's seer; and the porters waited at every gate; they might not depart from their service; for their brethren the Levites prepared for them. 16 So all the service of the Lord was prepared the same day, to keep the passover, and to offer burnt offerings upon the altar of the Lord, ac- cording to the commandment of king Josiah. 17 And the children of Israel that were present kept the passover at that time, and the feast of unleavened bread seven days. 18 And there was no passover like to that kept in Israel from the days of Samuel the prophet; neither did all the kings of Israel keep such a passover as Josiah kept, and the priests, and the Levites, and all Judah and Israel that were pres- ent, and the inhabitants of Jerusalem. 19 In the eighteenth year of the reign of Josiah was this passover kept. see Josiah is slain. II. CHRONICLES, XXXVI. (36) Jehoiachin's evil reign. 20 After all this, when Josiah had prepared the temple, Necho king of Egypt came up to fight against Charchemish by Euphrates: and Josiah went out against him. 21 But he sent ambassadors to him, saying, What have I to do with thee, thou king of Judah? I come not against thee this day, but against the house wherewith I have war : for God commanded me to make haste: forbear thee from meddling with God, who is with me, that he destroy thee not. 22 Nevertheless Josiah would not turn his face from him, but disguised himself, that he might fight with him, and hearkened not unto the words of Necho from the mouth of God, and came to fight in the valley of Megiddo. 23 And the archers shot at king Josiah; and the king said to his servants, Have me away; for I am sore wounded. 24 His servants therefore took him out of that chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had; and they brought him to Jerusalem, and he died, and was buried in one of the sepulchres of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. 25 And Jeremiah lamented for Josiah: and all the singing men and the singing women spake of Josiah in their lamentations to this day, and made them an ordinance in Israel: and, behold, they are written in the lamentations. 26 Now the rest of the acts of Josiah, and his goodness, according to that which was written in the law of the Lord, 27 And his deeds, first and last, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. CHAPTER XXXVI. (36) 1 Jehoahaz succeeding is deposed by Pharaoh, and car- ried into Egypt. 5 Jehoiakim reigning ill is carried bound into Babylon. 9 Jehoiachin succeeding reign- eth ill, and is brought into Babylon. 11 Zedek'iah suc- ceeding reigneth ill, and despiseth the prophets, and re- belleth against Nebuchadnezzar. 14 Jerusalem, for the sins of the priests and people, is wholly destroyed. 22 The proclamation of Cyrus. THEN the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and made him king in his father's stead in Jerusalem. 2 Jehoahaz was twenty and three years old when he began to reign, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem. 3 And the king of Egypt put him down at Jeru- salem, and condemned the land in an hundred tal- ents of silver and a talent of gold. 4 And the king of Egypt made Eliakim his brother king over Judah and Jerusalem, and turned his name to Jehoiakim. And Necho took Jehoahaz his brother, and carried him to Egypt. 5 Jehoiakim was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem: and he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord his God. 6 Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in fetters, to carry him to Babylon. 7 Nebuchadnezzar also carried of the vessels of the house of the Lord to Babylon, and put them in his temple at Babylon. 8 Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations vhich he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah: and Je- hoiachin his son reigned in his stead. 9 Jehoiachin was eight years old when he be- gan to reign, and he reigned three months and ten days in Jerusalem: and he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord. 10 And when the year was expired, king Ne- buchadnezzar sent, and brought him to Babylon, with the goodly vessels of the house of the Lord, and made Zedekiah his brother king over Judah and Jerusalem. 11 Zedekiah was one and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned eleven years in Jerusalem. 12 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord his God, and humbled not himself be- fore Jeremiah the prophet speaking from the mouth of the Lord. 13 And he also rebelled against king Nebu- chadnezzar, who had made him swear by God: but he stiffened his neck, and hardened his heart from turning unto the Lord God of Israel. 14 Moreover all the chief of the priests, and the people, transgressed very much after all the abominations of the heathen; and polluted the house of the Lord which he had hallowed in Jeru- salem. 15 And the Lord God of their fathers sent to them by his messengers, rising up betimes, and sending; because he had compassion on his peo- ple, and on his dwelling place: 16 But they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words, and misused his prophets, until the wrath of the Lord arose against his peo- ple, till there was no remedy. 17 Therefore he brought upon them the king of the Chaldees, who slew their young men with the sword in the house of their sanctuary^ and had no compassion upon young man or maiden, old man, or him that stooped for age: he gave them all into his hand. 18 And all the vessels of the house of God, great and small, and the treasures of the house of the Lord, and the treasures of the king, and of his princes; all these he brought to Babylon. 19 And they burnt the house of God, and brake down the wall of Jerusalem, and burnt all the palaces thereof with fire, and destroyed all the goodly vessels thereof. 20 And them that had escaped from the sword carried he away to Babylon; where they were servants to him and his sons untd the reign ot the kingdom of Persia: 21 To> fulfil the word of the Lord by the mouth of Jeremiah, until the land had enjoyed her sab- 360 Proclamation of Cyrus for EZRA, I. (1) the building of the temple. baths: for as long as she lay desolate she kept sabbath, to fulfil threescore and ten years. 22 Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of the Lord spoken by the mouth of Jeremiah might be accomplished, the Lord stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, that he made a proclamation throughout all his king- EZRA. , fifty and two. 30 The children of Magbish, an hundred fifty and six. 31 The children of the other Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four. 32 The children of Harim, three hundred and twenty. 33 The children of Lod, Hadid, and Ono, seven hundred twenty and five. 34 The children of Jericho, three hundred forty and five. 35 The children of Senaah, three thousand and six hundred and thirty. 36 The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three. 37 The children of Inimer, a thousand fifty and two. 38 The children of Pashur, a thousand two hun- dred forty and seven. 39 The children of Harim, a thousand and sev- enteen. 40 The Levites: the children of Jeshua and Kadmiel, of the children of Hodaviah, seventy and four. 41 The singers: the children of Asaph, an hun- dred twenty and eight. 42 The children of the porters: the children of Shallum, the children of Ater, the children of Talmon, the children of Akkub, the children of Hatita, the children of Shobai, in all an hundred thirty and nine. 43 The Nethinims: the children of Ziha, the children of Hasupha, the children of Tabbaoth, 44 The children of Keros, the children of Siaha, the children of Padon, 45 The children of Lebanah, the children of Hagabah, the children of Akkub, 46 The children of Hagab, the children of Shal- mai, the children of Hanan, 47 The children of Giddel, the children of Ga- har, the children of Reaiah, 48 The children of Rezin, the children of Neko- da, the children of Gazzam, 49 The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai, 50 The children of Asnah, the children of Mehunim, the children of Nephusim, 51 The children of Bakbuk, the children of Hakupha, the children of Harhur, 52 The children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha, 53 The children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Thamah, 54 The children of Neziah, the children of Hatipha. 55 The children of Solomon's servants: the children of Sotai, the children of Sophereth, the children of Peruda, 56 The children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel, 57 The children of Shephatiah, the children, of Hattil, the children of Pochereth of Zebaim, the children of Ami. 58 All the Nethinims, and the children of Solo- mon's servants, were three hundred ninety and two. 59 And these were they which went up from Tel-melah, Tel-harsa, Cherub, Addan, and Immer: But they could not shew their father's house, and their seed, whether they were of Israel : 60 The children of Delaiah, the children of Tobiah, the children of Nekoda, six hundred fifty and two. 61 And of the children of the priests : the chil- dren of Habaiah, the children of Koz, the children of Barzillai; which took a wife of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite, and was called after their name: 62 These sought their register among those that were reckoned by genealogy, but they were not found: therefore were they, as polluted, put from the priesthood. 63 And the Tirshatha said unto them, that they should not eat of the most holy things, till there stood up a priest with Urim and with Thummim. 64 The whole congregation together was forty and two thousand three hundred and threescore, 65 Beside their servants and their maids, of whom there were seven thousand three hundred thirty and seven: and there were among them two hundred singing men and singing women. 66 Their horses were seven hundred thirty and six; their mules, two hundred forty and five; 67 Their camels, four hundred thirty and five; their asses, six thousand seven hundred and twenty. 68 And some of the chief of the fathers, when they came to the house of the Lord which is at Jerusalem, offered freely for the house of God to set it up in his place: 69 They gave after their ability unto the treas- ure of the work threescore and one thousand 362 a a a CJ a P o ■w 2 o L< 1-1 w 3 O a T3 L. © a a cd o 3 CJ eg C£) Li 0) u crt ja CJ as +-• CJ Li .a oj >d CJ Cd CJ p S a 0) w cd 3 EH A 02 o to S a CJ • ^ o CJ Li L-l g w cd bo o od CJ c BQ s EH — < CQ 9 CJ 1-1 o> i/2 1-1 ti -S o sJ a 0> 3J cd +J ,a a 0) fa cj-g a '5 t>>a P jo es a a es -(-j 0) CJ a Kfl 1-1 CJ +J 1 — ' t< a ij cd *-> a o o * a -Scl w M +J a ra 3 o o +J 6D >1-M o 4J .5 +J CO +J •— " Ql IS O 'O +-> Li °l a 0-d.a CJ CJ otJ W a o Cd cd a © a a cs w Pi o 1-5 .„ M a o CO CJ cd § as ■CI 1-1 o 1-1 o cd cj i-s > o od CB +j g o ■a o a a; = >> P 01 cd lj © a: o S 5 "3 p fa*. >>3 ^ 3 0> c V. o a ' o °-o o r^ rj bc^ 5 g o cd 0J cd CJ3 r>. a a ii a E 0! 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(3) them that builded the wall. CHAPTER III. (3) The names and order of them that builded the wall. THEN Eliashib the high priest rose up with his brethren the priests, and they builded the sheep gate; they sanctified it, and set up the doors of it; even unto the tower of Meah they sanctified it, unto the tower of Hananeel. 2 And next unto him builded the men of Jeri- cho. And next to them builded Zaccur the son of Imri. 3 But the fish gate did the sons of Hassenaah build, who also laid the beams thereof, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof. 4 And next unto them repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah, the son of Koz. And next unto them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabeel. And next unto them re- paired Zadok the son of Baana. 5 And next unto them the Tekoites repaired; but their nobles put not their necks to the work of their Lord. 6 Moreover the old gate repaired Jehoiada the son of Paseah, and Meshullam the son of Beso- deiah; they laid the beams thereof, and set up the doors thereof, and the locks thereof, and the bars thereof. 7 And next unto them repaired Melatiah the Gibeonite, and Jadon the Meronothite, the men of Gibeon, and of Mizpah, unto the throne of the governor on this side the river. 8 Next unto him repaired Uzziel the son of Harhaiah, of the goldsmiths. Next unto him also repaired Hananiah the son of one of the apothe- caries, and they fortified Jerusalem unto the broad wall. 9 And next unto them repaired Rephaiah the son of Hur, the ruler of the half part of Jeru- salem. 10 And next unto them repaired Jedaiah the son of Harumaph, even over against his house. And next unto him repaired Hattush the son of Hashabniah. 11 Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hashub the son of Pahath-moab, repaired the other piece, and the tower of the furnaces. 12 And next unto him repaired Shallum the son of Halohesh, the ruler of the half part of Jeru- salem, he and his daughters. 13 The valley gate repaired Hanun, and the in- habitants of Zanoah; they built it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof, and a thousand cubits on the wall unto the dung gate. 14 But the dung gate repaired Malchiah the son of Rechab, the ruler of part of Beth-haccerem ; he built it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof. 15 But the gate of the fountain repaired Shallun the son of Col-hozeh, the ruler of part of Mizpah: he built it, and covered it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the_ bars thereof, and the wall of the pool of Siloah by the king's garden, and unto the stairs that go down from the city of David. 16 After him repaired Nehemiah the son of Azbuk, the ruler of the half part of Beth-zur, unto the place over against the sepulchres of David, and to the pool that was made, and unto the house of the mighty. 17 After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next unto him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of the half part of Keilah, in his part. 18 After him repaired their brethren, Bavai the son of Henadad, the ruler of the half part of Keilah. 19 And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another piece over against the going up to the armoury at the turn- ing of the wall. 20 After him Baruch the son of Zabbai earn- estly repaired the other piece, from the turning of the wall unto the door of the house of Eliashib the high priest. 21 After him repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah the son of Koz another piece, from the door of the house of Eliashib even to the end of the house of Eliashib. 22 And after him repaired the priests, the men of the plain. 23 After him repaired Benjamin and Hashub over against their house. After him repaired Azariah the son of Maaseiah the son of Ananiah by his house. 24 After him repaired Binnui the son of Hena- dad another piece, from the house of Azariah unto the turning of the wall, even unto the corner. 25 Palal the son of Uzai, over against the turn- ing of the wall, and the tower which lieth out from the king's high house, that was by the court of the prison. After him Pedaiah the son of Parosh. 26 Moreover the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel, unto the place over against the water gate toward the east, and the tower that lieth out. 27 After them the Tekoites repaired another piece, over against the great tower that lieth out, even unto the wall of Ophel. 28 From above the horse gate repaired the priests, every one over against his house. 29 After them repaired Zadok the son of Im- mer over against his house. After him repaired also Shemaiah the son of Shechaniah, the keeper of the east gate. 30 After him repaired Hananiah the son of Shelemiah, and Hanun the sixth son of Zalaph, another piece. After him repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah over against his chamber. 31 After him repaired Malchiah the gold- smith's son unto the place of the Nethinims, and of the merchants, over against the gate Miphkad, and to the going up of the corner. 32 And between the going up of the corner unto the sheep gate repaired the goldsmiths and the merchants. 371 The enemies are wroth, and scoff". NEHEMIAH, IV. (4) Nehemiah guardeth against them. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 While the enemies scoff, Nehemiah prayeth and con- tinueth the work. 7 Understanding the wratn ard secrets of the enemy, he setteth a watch. 13 He arm- eth the labourers, 19 and giveth military precepts. BUT it cane to pass, that when Sanballat heard that we buiided the wall, he was wroth, and took great indignation, and mocked the Jews. 2 And he spake before his brethren and the army of Samaria, and said, What do these feeble Jews? will they fortify themselves? will they sacrifice? will they make an end in a day? will they revive the stones out of the heaps of the rub- bish which are burned? 3 Now Tobiah the Ammonite was by him, and he said, Even that which they build, if a fox go up, he shall even break down their stone wall. 4 Hear, O our God; for we are despised: and turn their reproach upon their own head, and give them for a prey in the land of captivity: 5 And cover not their iniquity, and let not their sin be blotted out from before thee : for they have provoked thee to anger before the builders. 6 So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the peo- ple had a mind to work. 7 But it came to pass, that when Sanballat, and Tobiah, and the Arabians, and the Ammonites, and the Ashdodites, heard that the walls of Jeru- salem were made up, and that the breaches began to be stopped, then they were very wroth, 8 And conspired all of them together to come and to fight against Jerusalem, and to hinder it 9 Nevertheless we made our prayer unto our God, and set a watch against them day and night, because of them. 10 And Judah said, The strength of the bearers of burdens is decayed, and. there is much rubbish ; so that we are not able to buiid the wall. 11 And our adversaries said, They shall not know, neither see, till we come in the midst among them, and slay them, and cause the work to cease. 12 And it came to pass, that when the Jews which dwelt by them came, they said unto us ten times, From all places whence ye shall return unto us they will be upon you. 13 Therefore set I in the lower places behind the wall, and on the higher places, I even set the people after their families with their swords, their spears^ and their bows. 14 And I looked, and rose up, and said unto the nobles, and to the rulers, and to the rest of the people, Be not ye afraid of them: remember the Lord, which is great and terrible, and fight for your brethren, your sons, and your daughters, your wives, and your houses. 15 And it came to pass, when our enemies heard that it was known unto us, and God had brought their counsel to nought, that we returned all of us to the wall, every one unto his work. 16 And it came to pass from that time forth, that the half of my servants wrought in the work, and the other half of them held both the spears, the shields, and the bows, and the habergeons; and the rulers were behind all the house of Judah. 17 They which buiided on the wall, and they that bare burdens, with those that laded, every one with one of his hands wrought in the work, and with the other hand held a weapon. 18 Fo.r the builders, every one had his sword girded by his side, and so buiided. And he that sounded the trumpet was by me. 19 And I said unto the nobles, and to the rulers and to the rest of the people, The work is great and large, and we are separated upon the wall, one far from another. 20 In what place therefore ye hear the sound of the trumpet, resort ye thither unto us: our God shall fight for us. 21 So we laboured in the work: and half of them held the spears from the rising of the morn* ing till the stars appeared. 22 Likewise at the same time said I unto the people, Let every one with his servant lodge with- in Jerusalem, that in the night they may be a guard to us, and labour on the day. 23 So neither I, nor my brethren, nor my ser- vants, nor the men of the guard which followed me, none of us put off our clothes, saving that every one put them off for washing. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The Jews complain of their debt, mortgage, and bond- age. 6 Nehemiah rebuketh the usurers, and causeth them to make a covenant of restitution. 14 He for- beareth his own allowance, and keepeth hospitality. ND there was a great cry of the people and of their wives against their brethren the Jews. 2 For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn for them, that we may eat, and live. 3 Some also there were that said, We have mortgaged our lands, vineyards, and houses, that we might buy corn, because of the dearth. 4 There were also that said, We have borrowed money for the king's tribute, and that upon our lands and vineyards. 5 Yet now our flesh is as the flesh of our brethren, our children as their children: and, lo, we bring into bondage our sons and our daughters to be servants, and some of our daughters are brought unto bondage already: neither is it in our power to redeem them; for other men have our lands and vineyards. 6 And I was very angry when I heard their cry and these words. 7 Then I consulted with myself, and I rebuked the nobles, and the rulers, and said unto them, Ye exact usury, every one of his brother. And I set a great assembly against them. 8 And 1 said unto them, We after our ability have redeemed our brethren the Jews, which were sold unto the heathen; and will ye even sell your A 372 Nehemiah rebuheth the usurers. NEHEMIAH, VI. (G) Sanbattat's insidious attempts. brethren? or shall they be sold unto us? Then held they their peace, and found nothing to answer. 9 Also I said, It is not good that ye do : ought ye not to walk in the fear of our God because of the reproach of the heathen our enemies? 10 I likewise, and my brethren, and my ser- vants, might exact of them money and corn: I pray you, let us leave off this usury. 11 Restore, I pray you. to them, even this day, their lands, their vineyards, their oliveyards, and their houses, also the hundredth part of the money, and of the corn, the wine, and the oil, that ye exact of them. 12 Then said they, We will restore them, and will require nothing of them; so will we do as thou sayest. Then I called the priests, and took an oath of them, that they should do according to this promise. 13 Also I shook my lap, and said, So God shake out every man from his house, and from his labour, that performeth not this promise, even thus be he shaken out, and emptied. And all the congregation said, Amen, and praised the Lord. And the people did according to this promise. 14 Moreover from the time that I was ap- pointed to be their governor in the land of Judah, from the twentieth year even unto the two and thirtieth year of Artaxerxes the king, that is, twelve years, I and my brethren have not eaten the bread of the governor. 15 But the former governors that had been be- fore me were chargeable unto the people, and had taken of them bread and wine, beside forty shekels of silver; yea, even their servants bare rule over the people: but so did not I, because of the fear of God. 16 Yea, also I continued in the work of this wall, neither bought we any land: and all my ser- vants were gathered thither unto the work. 17 Moreover there were at my table an hun- dred and fifty of the Jews and rulers, beside those that came unto us from among the heathen that are about us. 18 Now that which was prepared for me daily was one ox and six choice sheep; also fowls were prepared for me, and once in ten days store of all sorts of wine: yet for all this required not I the bread of the governor, because the bondage was heavy upon this people. 19 Think upon me, my God, for good, according to all that I have done for this people. CHAPTER VL (6) 1 Sanballat practiseth by craft, by rumors, by hired prophecies, to terrify Nehemiah. 15 The work is fin- ished to the terror of the enemies. 17 Secret intelli- gence passeth between the enemies and the nobles of Judah. "IVrOW it came to pass, when Sanballat, and -i-ll Tobiah, and Geshem the Arabian, and the rest of our enemies, heard that I had builded the wall, and that there was no breach left therein; (though at that time I had not set up the doors upon the gates;) 2 That Sanballat and Geshem sent unto me, saying, Come, ret us meet together in some one of the villages in the plain of Ono. But they thought to do me mischief. 3 And I sent messengers unto them, saying, I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down: why should the work cease, whilst I leave it, and come down to you? 4 Yet they sent unto me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same man- ner. 5 Then sent Sanballat his servant unto me in like manner the fifth time with an open letter in his hand; 6 Wherein was written, It is reported among the heathen, and Gashmu saith it, that thou and the Jews think to rebel: for which cause thou buildest the wall, that thou mayest be their king, according to these words. 7 And thou hast also appointed prophets to preach of thee at Jerusalem, saying, There is a king in Judah: and now shall it be reported to the king according to these words. Come now therefore, and let us take counsel together. 8 Then I sent unto him, saying, There are no such things done as thou sayest, but thou feignest them out of thine own heart. 9 For they all made us afraid, saying, Their hands shall be weakened from the work, that it be not done. Now therefore, O God, strengthen my hands. 10 Afterward I came unto the house of She- maiah the son of Delaiah the son of Mehetabeel, who was shut up; and he said, Let us meet to- gether in the house of God, within the temple, and let us shut the doors of the temple: for they will come to slay thee; yea, in the night will they come to slay thee 1 . 11 And I said, Should such a man as I flee? and who is there, that, being as I am, would go into the temple to save his life? I will not go in. 12 And, lo, I perceived that God had not sent him; but that he pronounced this prophecy against me: for Tobiah and Sanballat had hired him. 13 Therefore was he hired, that I should be afraid, and do so, and sin, and that they might have matter for an evil report, that they might reproach me. 14 My God, think thou upon Tobiah and San- ballat according to these their works, and on the prophetess Noadiah, and the rest of the prophets, that would have put me in fear. 15 So the wall was finished in the twenty and fifth day of the month Elul, in fifty and two days. 16 And it came to pass, that when all our ene- mies-heard thereof, and all the heathen that were about us saw these things, they were much cast down in their own eyes: for they perceived that this work was wrought of our God. 373 A register of them which NEHEMIAH, VII. (7) came first from Babylon. 17 Moreover in those days the nobles of Judah sent many letters unto Tobiah, and the letters of Tobiah came unto them. 18 For there were many in Judah sworn unto him, because he was the son in law of Shechaniah the son of Arah; and his son Johanan had taken the daughter of Meshullam the son of Berechiah. 19 Also they reported his good deeds before me, and uttered my words to him. And Tobiah sent letters to put me in fear. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Nehemiah committeth the charge of Jerusalem to Hanani and Hananiah. 5 A register of the genealogy of them which came at the first out of Babylon, 9 of the people, 39 of the priests, 43 of the Levites, 46 of the Nethinims, 57 of Solomon's servants, 63 and of the priests which could not find their pedigree. 66 The whole number of them, with their substance. 70 Their oblations. ~jVT OW it came to pass, when the wall was built, -LH and I had set up the doors, and the porters and the singers and the Levites were appointed, 2 That I gave my brother Hanani, and Hana- niah the ruler of the palace, charge over Jerusa- lem: for he was a faithful man, and feared God above many. 3 And I said unto them, Let not the gates of Jerusalem be opened until the sun be hot; and while they stand by, let them shut the doors, and bar them : and appoint watches of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, every one in his watch, and every one to be over against his house. 4 Now the city was large and great: but the people were few therein, and the houses were not builded. 5 And my God put into mine heart to gather together the nobles, and the rulers, and the peo- ple, that they might be reckoned by genealogy. And I found a register of the genealogy of them which came up at the first, and found written therein, 6 These are the children of the province, that went up out of the captivity, of those that had been carried away, whom Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon had carried away, and came again to Jerusalem and to Judah, every one unto his city; 7 Who came with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehe- miah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, Baanah. The number, I say, of the men of the people of Israel was this; 8 The children of Parosh, two thousand an hun- dred seventy and two-. 9 The children of Shephatiah, three hundred seventy and two. 10 The children of Arah, six hundred fifty and two. 11 The children of Pahath-moab, of the chil- dren of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen. 12 The children of Elam, a thousand two hun- dred fifty and four. 13 The children of Zattu, eight hundred forty and five. 14 The children of Zaccai, seven hundred and threescore. 15 The children of Binnui, six hundred forty and eight. 16 The children of Bebai, six hundred twenty and eight. 17 The children of Azgad, two thousand three hundred twenty aud two. 18 The children of Adonikam, six hundred threescore and seven. 19 The children of Bigvai, two thousand three- score and seven. 20 The children of Adin, six hundred fifty and five. 21 The children of Ater of Hezekiah, ninety and eight. 22 The children of Hashum, three hundred twenty and eight. 23 The children of Bezai, three hundred twen- ty and four. 24 The children of Hariph, an hundred and twelve. 25 The children of Gibeon, ninety and five. 26 The men of Beth-lehem and Netophah, an hundred fourscore and eight. 27 The men of Anathoth, an hundred twenty and eight, 28 The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty and two. 29 The men of Kirjath-jearim, Ohephirah, and Beeroth, seven hundred forty and three. 30 The men of Ramah and Gaba, six hundred twenty and one. 31 The men of Michmas, an hundred and twenty and two. 32 The men of Beth-el and Ai, an hundred twenty and three. 33 The men of the other Nebo, fifty and two. 34 The children of the other Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four. 35 The children of Harim, three hundred and twenty. 36 The children of Jericho, three hundred forty and five. 37 The children of Lod, Hadid, and Ono, seven hundred twenty and one. 38 The children of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred and thirty. 39 The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three. 40 The children of Immer, a thousand fifty and two. 41 The children of Pashur, a thousand two hun- dred forty and seven. 42 The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen. 43 The Levites: the children of Jeshua, of Kadmiel, and of the children of Hodevah, seventy and four. 44 The singers : the children of Asaph, an hun- dred forty and eight. 45 The porters: the children of Shallum, the children of Ater, the children of Talmon, the chil- 374 5^7 The religious manner of NEHEMIAH, VIII. (8) reading and hearing the law. dren of Akkub, the children of Hatita, the chil- dren of Shobai, an hundred thirty and eight. 46 The Nethinims: the children of Ziha, the children of Hasupha, the children of Tabbaoth, 47 The children of Keros, the children of Sia, the children of Padon, 48 The children of Lebana, the children of Hagaba, the children of Shalmai, 49 The children of Hanan, the children of Gid- del, the children of Gahar, 50 The children of Reaiah, the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda, 51 The children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Phaseah, 52 The children of Besai, the children of Meunim, the children of Nephishesim, 53 The children of Bakbuk, the children of Hakupka, the children of Harhur, 54 The children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha, 55 The children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Tamah, 56 The children of Neziak, the children of Hatipha. 57 The children of Solomon's servants: the chil- dren of Sotai, the children of Sophereth, the chil- dren of Perida, 58 The children of Jaala, the children of Dar- kon, the children of Giddel, 59 The children of Shephatiah, the children of Hattil, the children of Pochereth of Zebaim, the children of Amon. 60 All the Nethinims, and the children of Solo- mon's servants, were three hundred ninety and two. 61 And these were they which went up also from Tel-melah, Tel-haresha, Cherub, Addon, and Immer: but they could not shew their father's house, nor their seed, whether they were of Israel. 62 The children of Delaiah, the children of To- biah, the children of Nekoda, six hundred forty and two. 63 And of the priests: the children of Habaiah, the children of Koz, the children of Barzillai, which took one of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite to wife, and was called after their name. 64 These sought their register among those that were reckoned by genealogy, but it was not found : therefore were they, as polluted, put from the priesthood. 65 And the Tirshatha said unto them, that they should not eat of the most holy things, till there stood up a priest with Urim and Thummim. 66 The whole congregation together was forty and two thousand three hundred and threescore. 67 Beside their manservants and their maid- servants, of whom there were seven thousand three hundred thirty and seven : and they had two hundred forty and five singing men and singing women. 68 Their horses, seven hundred thirty and six: their mules, two hundred forty and five: 69 Their camels, four hundred thirty and five: six thousand seven hundred and twenty asses. 70 And some of the chief of the fathers gave unto the work. The Tirshatha gave to the treas- ure a thousand drams of gold, fifty basons, five hundred and thirty priests' garments. 71 And some of the chief of the fathers gave to the treasure of the work twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand and two hundred pound of silver. 72 And that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand pound of silver, and threescore and seven priests' garments. 73 So the priests, and the Levites, and the por- ters, and the singers, and some of the people, and the Nethinims, and all Israel, dwelt in their cities ; and when the seventh month came, the children of Israel were in their cities. CHAPTER Vm. (8) 1 The religious manner of reading and hearing the law. 9 They comfort the people. 13 The forwardness of them to hear and be instructed. 16 They keep the feast of tabernacles,. AND all the people gathered themselves to- gether as one man into the street that was before the water gate; and they spake unto Ezra the scribe to bring the book of the law of Moses, which the Lord had commanded to Israel. 2 And Ezra the priest brought the law before the congregation both of men and women, and all that could hear with understanding, upon the first day of the seventh month. 3 And he read therein before the street that was before the water gate from the morning until midday, before the men and the women, and those that could understand ; and the ears of all the peo- ple were attentive unto the book of the law. 4 And Ezra the scribe stood upon a pulpit of wood, which they had made for the purpose; and beside him stood Mattithiah, and Shema, and Anaiah, and Urijah, and Hilkiah, and Maaseiah, on his right hand; and on his left hand, Pedaiah, and Mishael, and Malchiah, and Hashum, and Hashbadana, Zechariah, and Meshullam. 5 And Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people; (for he was above all the people;) and when he opened it, all the people stood up: 6 And Ezra blessed the Lord, the great God. And all the people answered, Amen, Amen, with lifting up their hands: and they bowed their heads, and worshipped the Lord with their faces to the ground. 7 Also Jeshua, and Bani, and Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodijah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, Pelaiah, and the Le- vites, caused the people to understand the law: and the people stood in their place. 8 So they read in the book in the law -of God distinctly, and gave the sense, and caused them to understand the reading. 9 And Nehemiah, which is the Tirshatha, and Ezra the priest the scribe, and the Levites that taught the people, said unto all the people, This dav is holy unto the Lord your God; mourn not, 375 The JLevites make a religious NEHEMIAH, IX. (9) confession of God's goodness. nor weep. For all the people wept, when they heard the words of the law. 10 Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength. 11 So the Levites stilled all the people, saying, Hold your peace, for the day is holy; neither be ye grieved. 12 And all the people went their way to eat, and to drink, and to send portions, and to make great mirth, because they had understood the words that were declared unto them. 13 And on the second day were gathered to- gether the chief of the fathers of all the people, the priests, and the Levites, unto Ezra the scribe, even to understand the words of the law. 14 And they found written in the law which the Lord had commanded by Moses, that the chil- dren of Israel should dwell in booths in the feast of the seventh month: 15 And that they should publish and proclaim in all their cities, and in Jerusalem, saying, Go forth unto the mount, and fetch olive branches, and pine branches, and myrtle branches, and palm branches, and branches of thick trees, to make booths, as it is written. 16 So the people went forth, and brought them, and made themselves booths, every one upon the roof of his house, and in their courts, and in tV (Courts of the house of God, and in the street of the water gate, and in the street of the gate of Ephraim. 17 And all the congregation of them that were come again out of the captivity made booths, and sat under the booths : for since the days of Jeshua the son of Nun unto that day had not the children of Israel done so. And there* was very great glad- ness. 18 Also day by day, from the first day unto the last day, he read in the book of the law of God. And they kept the feast seven days; and on the eighth day was a solemn assembly, according unto the manner. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 A solemn fast, and repentance of the people. 4 The Levites make a religious confession of God's good- ness, and their wickedness. ~IVTOW in the twenty and fourth day of this -l-ll month the children of Israel were assem- bled with fasting, and with sackcloths, and earth upon them. 2 And the seed of Israel separated themselves from all strangers, and stood and confessed their sins, and the iniquities of their fathers. 3 And they stood up in their place, and read in the book of the law of the Lord their God one fourth part of the day; and another fourth part they confessed, and worshipped the Lord their God. 4 Then stood up upon the stairs, of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel, Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud voice unto the Lord their God. 5 Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabniah, Sherebiah, Hodijah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said, Stand up and bless the Lord your God for ever and ever: and blessed be thy glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise. 6 Thou, even thou, art Lord alone; thou hast made heaven, the heaven of heavens, with all their host, the earth, and all things that are there- in, the seas, and all that is therein, and thou pre- servest them all; and the host of heaven wor- shipped thee. 7 Thou art the Lord the God, who didst choose Abram, and broughtest him forth out of Ur of the Ghaldees, and gavest him the name of Abra- ham; 8 And foundest his heart faithful before thee, and madest a covenant with him to give the land of the Canaanites, the Hittites, the Amorites, and the Perizzites, and the Jebusites, and the Girga- shites, to give it, I say, to his seed, and hast per- formed thy words; for thou art righteous: 9 And didst see the affliction of our fathers in Egypt, and heardest their cry by the Red sea; 10 And shewedst signs and wonders upon Pha- raoh, and on all his servants, and on all the peo- ple of his land : for thou knewest that they dealt proudly against them. So didst thou get thee a name, as it is this day. 11 And thou didst divide the sea before them, so that they went through the midst of the sea on the dry land ; and their persecutors thou threwest into the deeps, as a stone into the mighty waters. 12 Moreover thou leddest them in the day by a cloudy pillar; and in the night by a pillar of fire, to give them light in the way wherein they should go. 13 Thou earnest down also upon mount Sinai, and spakest with them from heaven, and gavest them right judgments, and true laws, good statutes and commandments: 14 And madest known unto them thy holy sab- bath, and commandedst them precepts, statutes, and laws, by the hand of Moses thy servant : 15 And gavest them bread from heaven for their hunger, and broughtest forth water for them out of the rock for their thirst, and promisedst them that they should go in to possess the land which thou hadst sworn to give them. 16 But they and our fathers dealt proudly, and hardened their necks, and hearkened not to thy commandments, 17 And refused to obey, neither were mindful of thy wonders that thou didst among them; but hardened their necks, and in their rebellion ap- pointed a captain to return to their bondage : but thou art a God ready to pardon, gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and forsookest them not. 18 Yea, when they had made them a molten calf, and said, This is thy God that brought thee 376 A. confession of their wickedness. NEHEMIAH, X. (10) Them that sealed the covenant. up out of Egypt, and had wrought great provoca- tions; 19 Yet thou in thy manifold mercies forsookest them not in the wilderness : the pillar of the cloud departed not from them by day, to lead them in the way; neither the pillar of fire by night, to shew them light, and the way wherein they should go. 20 Thou gavest also tny good spirit to instruct them, and withheldest not thy manna from their mouth, and gavest tnem water for their thirst. 21 Yea, forty years diast tnou sustain them in the wilderness, so that they lacked nothing; their clothes waxed not old, and their feet swelled not. 22 Moreover thou gavest them kingdoms and nations, and didst divide them into corners: so they possessed the land of Sihon, and the land of the king of Heshbon, and the land of Og king of Bashan. 23 Their children also multipliedst thou as the stars of heaven, and broughtest them into the land, concerning which thou hadst promised to their fathers, that they should go in to possess it, 24 So the children went in and possessed ike land, and thou subduedst before them the inhabit- ants of the land, the Canaanites, and gavest them into their hands, with their kings, and the people of the land, that they might do with them as they would. 25 And they took strong cities, and a fat land, and possessed houses full of all goods> wells digged, vineyards, and oliveyards, and fruit trees in abundance : so they did eat, and were filled, and became fat, and delighted themselves in thy great goodness. 2G Nevertheless they were disobedient, and re- belled against thee, and cast thy law behind their backs, and slew thy prophets which testified against them to turn them to thee, and they wrought great provocations. 27 Therefore thou deliveredst them into the hand of their enemies, who vexed them: and in the time of their trouble, when they cried unto thee, thou heardest them from heaven; and ac- cording to thy manifold mercies thou gavest them saviours, who saved them out of the hand of their enemies. 28 But after they had rest, they did evil again before thee: therefore leftest thou them in the hand of their enemies, so that they had the do- minion over them: yet when they returned, and cried unto thee, thou heardest them from heaven; and many times didst thou deliver them according to thy mercies; 29 And testifiedst against them, that thou mightest bring them again unto thy law: yet they dealt proudly, and hearkened not unto thy commandments, but sinned against thy judg- ments, (which if a man do, he shall live in them ;) and withdrew the shoulder, and hardened their neck, and would not hear. 30 Yet many years didst thou forbear them, and testifiedst against them by thy spirit in thy prophets: yet would they not give ear: therefore gavest thou them into the hand of the people of the lands. 31 Nevertheless for thy great mercies' sake thou didst not utterly consume them, nor forsake them; for thou art a gracious and merciful God. 32 Now therefore, our God, the great, the mighty, and the terrible God, who keepest coven- ant and mercy, let not all the trouble seem little before thee, that hath come upon us, on our kings, on our princes, and on our priests, and on our prophets, and on our fathers, and on all thy peo- ple, since the time of the kings of Assyria unto this day. 33 Howbeit thou art just in all that is brought upon us; for thou hast done right, but we have done wickedly: 34 Neither have our kings, our princes, our priests, nor our fathers, kept thy law, nor heark- ened unto thy commandments and thy testimo- nies, wherewith thou didst testify against thein. 35 For they have not served thee in their king- dom, and in thy great goodness that thou gavest them, and in the large and fat land which thou gavest before them, neither turned they from their wicked works. 36 Behold, we are servants this day, and for the land that thou gavest unto our fathers to eat the fruit thereof and the good thereof, behold, we ore servants in it: 37 And it yieldeth much increase unto the kings whom thou hast set over us because of our sins : also they have dominion over our bodies, and over our cattle, at their pleasure, and we are in great distress. 38 And because of all this we make a sure covenant, and write it; and our princes, Levites, and priests, seal unto it. CHAPTEB X. (10) 1 The names of them that sealed, the covenant, points of the covenant. 29 The "1VTOW those that sealed were, Nehemiah, the -Lll Tirshatha, the son of Hachaliah, and Zid- kijah, 2 Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, 3 Pashur, Amariah, Malchijah, 4 Hattush, Shebaniah, Malluch, 5 Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah, 6 Daniel, Ginnethon, Barueh, 7 Meshullam, Abijah, Mijamin, 8 Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these were the priests. 9 And the Levites : both Jeshua the son of Aza- niah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel; 10 And their brethren, Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan, 11 Micha, Kehob, Hashabiah, 12 Zaccur, Sherebiah, Shebaniah. 13 Hodijah, Bani, Beninu. 14 The chief of the people; Parosh, Pahath- moab, Elam, Zatthu, Bani, 15 Bunni, Azgad, Bebai, 16 Adonijah, Bigvai, A din, 17 Ater, Hizkijah, Azzur, 377 The points of the covenant. NEHEMIAH, XL (11) The inhabitants of Jerusalem. 18 Hodijah, Hashum, Bezai, 19 Hariph, Anathoth, Nebai, 20 Magpiash, Meshullam, Hezir, 21 Meshezabeel, Zadok, Jaddua, 22 Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah, 23 Hoshea, Hananiah, Hashub, 24 Hallohesh, Pileha, Shobek, 25 Rehum, Hasbabnah, Maaseiab, 26 And Ahijab, Hanan, Anan, 27 Mallucb, Harim, Baanab. 28 And tbe rest of tbe people, the priests, -the Levites, tbe porters, tbe singers, tbe Nethinims, and all tbey that bad separated themselves from the people of the lands unto the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters, every one having knowledge, and having understanding; 29 They clave to their brethren, their nobles, and entered into a curse, and into an oath, to walk in God's law, which was given by Moses tbe servant of God, and to observe and do all the com- mandments of the Lord our Lord, and his judg- ments and his statutes; 30 And that we would not give our daughters unto the people of the land, nor take their daugh- ters for our sons: 31 And if the people of the land bring ware or any victuals on the sabbath day to sell, that we would not buy it of them on the sabbath, or on the holy day: and that we would leave the seventh year, and the exaction of every debt. 32 Also we made ordinances for us, to charge ourselves yearly with the third part of a shekel for the service of the house of our God; 33 For the shewbread, and for the continual meat offering, and for the continual burnt offer- ing, of the sabbaths, of the new moons, for the set feasts, and for the holy things, and for the sin of- ferings to make an atonement for Israel, and for all the work of the house of our God. 31 And we cast the lots among the priests, the Levites, and the people, for the wood offering, to bring it into the house of our God, after the houses of our fathers, at times appointed year by year, to burn upon the altar of the Lord our God, as it is written in the law : 35 And to bring the flrstfruits of our ground, and the flrstfruits of all fruit of all trees, year by year, unto the house of the Lord: 36 Also the firstborn of our sons, and of our cattle, as it is written in the law, and the first- lings of our herds and of our flocks, to bring to the house of our God, unto the priests that minister in the house of our God: 37 And that we sbould bring the flrstfruits of our dough, and our offerings, and the fruit of all manner of trees, of wine and of oil, unto the priests, to the chambers of the house of our God; and the tithes of our ground unto the Levites, that the same Levites might have the tithes in all the cities of our tillage. 38 And the priest the son of Aaron shall be with the Levites, when the Levites take tithes: and the Levites shall bring up the tithe of the tithes unto the house of our God, to the chambers, into the treasure house. 39 For the children of Israel and the children of Levi shall bring the offering of the corn, of the new wine, and the oil, unto the chambers, where are the vessels of the sanctuary, and the priests that minister, and the porters, and the singers: and we will not forsake the house of our God. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 The rulers, voluntary men, and the tenth man chosen by lot, dwell at Jerusalem. 3 A catalogue of their names. 20 The residue dwell in other cities. AND the rulers of the people dwelt at Jeru- salem : the rest of the people also cast lots, to bring one of ten to dwell in Jerusalem the holy city, and nine parts to dwell in other cities. 2 And the people blessed all the men, that willingly offered themselves to dwell at Jeru- salem. 3 Now these are the chief of the province that dwell in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinims, and the children of Solomon's ser- vants. 4 And at Jerusalem dwelt certain of the chil- dren of Judah, and of the children of Benjamin. Of the children of Judah; Athaiah the son of Uz- ziah, the son of Zechariah, the son of Amariah, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Mahalaleel, of the children of Perez; 5 And Maaseiab. the son of Baruch, the son of Ool-hozeh, the son of Hazaiah, the son of Adaiah, the son of Joiarib, the son of Zechariah, the son of Shiloni. 6 All the sons of Perez that dwelt at Jeru- salem were four hundred threescore and eight valiant men. 7 And these are the sons of Benjamin; Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Joed, the son of Pedaiah, the son of Kolaiah, the son of Maaseiah, the son of Ithiel, the son of Jesaiah. 8 And after him Gabbai, Sallai, nine hundred twenty and eight. 9 And Joel the son of Zichri was their over- seer: and Judah the son of Senuah was second over the city. 10 Of the priests: Jedaiah the son of Joiarib, Jachin. 11 Seraiah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Mesh- ullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, was the ruler of the house of God. 12 And their brethren that did the work of the house were eight hundred twenty and two: and Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashur, the son of Malchiah, 13 And his brethren, chief of the fathers, two hundred forty and two: and Amashai the son of Azareel, the son of Ahasai, the son of Meshillet- moth, the son of Immer, 14 And their brethren, mighty men of valour, 378 k Uil Of other cities. NEHEMIAH, XII. (12) The succession of high priests. an hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of one of the great men. 15 Also of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hashub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hasha- biah, the son of Bunni ; 16 And Shabbethai and Jozabad, of the chief of the Levites, had the oversight of the outward business of the house of God. 17 And Mattaniah the son of Micha, the son of Zabdi, the son of Asaph, was the principal to be- gin the thanksgiving in prayer: and Bakbukiah the second among his brethren, and Abda the son of Shammua, the son of Galal, the son of Jedu- thun. 18 All the Levites in the holy city were two hundred fourscore and four. 19 Moreover the porters, Akkub, Talmon, and their brethren that kept the gates, were an hun- dred seventy and two. 20 And the residue of Israel, of the priests, and the Levites, were in all the cities of Judah, every one in his inheritance. 21 But the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel ; and Ziha and Gispa were over the Nethinims. 22 The overseer also of the Levites at Jeru- salem was Uzzi the son of Bani, the son of Hasha- biah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micha. Of the sons of Asaph, the singers were over the busi- ness of the house of God. 23 For it was the king's commandment con- cerning them, that a certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day. 24 And Pethahiah the son of Meshezabeel, of the children of Zerah the son of Judah, was at the king's hand in all matters concerning the people. 25 And for the villages, with their fields, some of the children of Judah dwelt at Kirjath-arba, and in the villages thereof, and at Dibon, and in the villages thereof, and at Jekabzeel, and in the villages thereof, 26 And at Jeshua, and at Moladah, and at Beth-phelet, 27 And at Hazar-shual, and at Beer-sheba, and in the villages thereof, 28 And at Ziklag, and at Mekonah, and in the villages thereof, 29 And at En-rimmon, and at Zareah, and at Jarmuth, 30 Zanoah, Adullam, and in their villages, at Lachish, and the fields thereof, at Azekah, and in the villages thereof. And they dwelt from Beer- sheba unto the valley of Hinnom. 31 The children also of Benjamin from Geba dwelt at Michmash, and Aija, and Beth-el, and in their villages, 32 And at Anathoth, Nob, Ananiah, 33 Hazor, Eamah, Gittaim, 34 Hadid, Zeboim, Neballat, 35 Lod, and Ono, the valley of craftsmen. 36 And of the Levites were divisions in Judah, and in Benjamin. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 The priests, 8 and the Levites, which came up with Zerubbabel. 10 The succession of high priests. 22 Certain chief Levites. 27 The solemnity of the dedi- cation of the walls. 44 The offices of priests and Le- vites appointed in the temple. IVTOW these are the priests and the Levites -i- ^ that went up with Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, 2 Amariah, Malluch, Hattush, 3 Shechaniah, Rehum, Meremoth, 4 Iddo, Ginnetho, Abijah, 5 Miamin, Maadiah, Bilgah, 6 Shemaiah, and Joiarify Jedaiah, 7 Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, Jedaiah These were the chief of the priests and of their brethren in the days of Jeshua. 8 Moreover the Levites: Jeshua, Binnui, Kad- miel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, which was over the thanksgiving, he and his brethren. 9 Also Bakbukiah and Unni, their brethren, were over against them in the watches. 10 And Jeshua begat Joiakim, Joiakim also be- gat Eliashib, and Eliashib begat Joiada, 11 And Joiada begat Jonathan, and Jonathan begat Jaddua, 12 And in the days of Joiakim were priests, the chief of the fathers: of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jere- miah, Hananiah; 13 Of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jeho- hanan; 14 Of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph; 15 Of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Hejkai; 16 Of Iddo, Zechariah; of Ginnethon, Meshul- lam; 17 Of Abijah, Zichri; of Miniamin, of Moadiah, Piltai; 18 Of Bilgah, Shammua; of Shemaiah, Jehona- than ; 19 And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi; 20 Of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber; 21 Of Hilkiah, Hashabiah; of Jedaiah, Xetha- neel. 22 The Levites in the days of Eliashib, Joiada, and Johanan, and Jaddua, were recorded chief of I he fathers : also the priests, to the reign of Darius the Persian. 23 The sons of Levi, the chief of the fathers, were written in the book of the chronicles, even until the days of Johanan the son of Eliashib. 24 And the chief of the Levites: Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua the son of Kadmiel, with their brethren over against them, to praise and to give thanks, according to the commandment of David the man of God, ward over against ward. 25 Mattaniah, and Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Mesh- ullam, Talmon, Akkub, were porters keeping the ward at the thresholds of the gates. 26 These were in the days of Joiakim the son of Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and in the days of ISTehemiah the governor, and of Ezra the priest, the scribe. 27 And at the dedication of the wall of Jeru- salem they sought the Levites out of all their 379 T The solemnity of the NEHEMIAH, XIII. (13) dedication of the walls. places, to bring them to Jerusalem, to keep the dedication with, gladness, both with thanksgiv- ings, and with singing, with cymbals, psalteries, and with harps. 28 And the sons of the singers gathered them- selves together, both out of the plain country round about Jerusalem, and from the villages oi Netophathi ; 29 Also from the house of Gil gal, and out of the fields of Geba and Azmaveth: for the singers had builded them villages round about Jerusalem. 30 And the priests and the Levites purified themselves, and purified the people, and the gates, and the wall. 31 Then I brought up the princes of Judah upon the wall, and appointed two great com- panies of them that gave thanks, whereof one went on the right hand upon the wall toward the dung gate: 32 And after them went Hoshaiah, and half of the princes of Judah, 33 And Azariah, Ezra and Meshullam, 34 Judah, and Benjamin, and Shemaiah, and Jeremiah, 35 And certain of the priests' sons with trum- pets; namely, Zechariah the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Michaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph : 3C And his brethren, Shemaiah, and Azarael, Milalai, Gilalai, Maai, Nethaneel, and Judah, Hanani, with the musical instruments of David the man of God, and Ezra the scribe before them. 37 And at the fountain gate, which was over against them, they went up by the stairs of the city of David, at the going up of the wall, above the house of David, even unto the water gate east- ward. 38 And the other company of them that gave thanks went over against them, and I after them, and the half of the people upon the wall, from be- yond the tower of the furnaces even unto the broad wall; 39 And from above the gate of Ephraim, and above the old gate, and above the fish gate, and the tower of Hananeel, and the tower of Meah, even unto the sheep gate: and they stood still in the prison gate. 40 So stood the two companies of them that gave thanks in the house of God, and I, and the half of the rulers with me: 41 And the priests; Eliakim, Maaseiah, Minia- min, Michaiah, Elioenai, Zechariah, and Hana- niah, with trumpets; 42 And Maaseiah, and Shemaiah, and Eleazar, a-nd Uzzi, and Jehohanan , and Malchijah, and Elam, and Ezer. And the singers sang loud, with Jezrahiah their overseer. 43 Also that day they offered great sacrifices and rejoiced: for God had made them rejoice with great joy: the wives also and the children re- joiced: so that the joy of Jerusalem was heard even afar off. 44 And at that time were some appointed over the chambers for the treasures, for the offerings* for the firstfruits, and for the tithes, to gather into them out of the fields of the cities the por< tions of the law for the priests and Levites: for Judah rejoiced for the priests and for the Levites that waited. 45 And both the singers and xhe porters kept the ward of their God, and the ward of the puri- fication, according to the commandment of David, and of Solomon his son. 46 For in the days of David and Asaph of old there were chief of the singers, and songs of praise and thanksgiving unto God. 47 And all Israel in the days of Zerubbabel, and in the days of Nehemiah, gave the portions of the singers and the porters, every day his portion: and they sanctified holy things unto the Levites; and the Levites sanctified them unto the children of Aaron. CHAPTER Xni. (13) 1 Upon the reading of the law separation is made from the mixed multitude. 4 Nehemiah at his return caus- eth the chambers to be cleansed. 10 He reformeth the offices in the house of God. 15 The violation of the sabbath, 23 and the marriages with strange wives. AN that day they read in the book of Moses in the audience of the people; and therein was found written, that the Ammonite and the Moab- ite should not come into the congregation of God for ever; 2 Because they met not the children of Israel with bread and with water, but hired Balaam against them, that he should curse them: how- beit our God turned the curse into a blessing. 3 Now it came to pass, when they had heard the law, that they separated from Israel all the mixed multitude. 4 And before this, Eliashib the priest, having the oversight of the chamber of the house of our God, was allied unto Tobiah: 5 And he had prepared for him a great cham- ber, where aforetime they laid the meat offerings, the frankincense, and the vessels, and the tithes of the corn, the new wine, and the oil, which was commanded to be given to the Levites, and the singers, and the porters ; and the offerings of the priests. .6 But in all this time was not I at Jerusalem: for in the two and thirtieth year of Artaxerxes king of Babylon came I unto the king, and after certain days obtained I leave of the king: 7 And I came to Jerusalem, and understood of the evil that Eliashib did for Tobiah, in prepar- ing him a chamber in the courts of the house of God. 8 And it grieved me sore: therefore I cast forth, all the household stuff of Tobiah out of the cham- ber, 9 Then I commanded, and they cleansed the chambers: and thither brought I again the vessels of the house of God, with the meat offering and the frankincense. 10 And I perceived that the portions of the Le- vites had not been given them: for the Levites 380 CoZ Nehemiah reformeth ESTHER, I. (l) various abuses. and the singers, that did the work, were fled every one to his field. 11 Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place. 12 Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries. 13 And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute unto their brethren. 14 Eemember me, O my God, concerning this, and wipe not out my good deeds that I have done for the house of my God, and for the offices thereof. 15 In those days saw I in Judah some treading wine presses on the sabbath, and bringing in sheaves, and lading asses; as also wine, grapes, and figs, and all manner of burdens, which they brought into Jerusalem on the sabbath day: and I testified against them in the day wherein they sold victuals. 16 There dwelt men of Tyre also therein, which brought fish, and all manner of ware, and sold on the sabbath unto the children of Judah, and in Jerusalem. 17 Then I contended with the nobles of Judah, and said unto them, What evil thing is this that ye do, and profane the sabbath day? 18 Did not your fathers thus, and did not our God bring all this evil upon us, and upon this city? yet ye bring more wrath upon Israel by pro- faning the sabbath. 19 And it came to pass, that when the gates of Jerusalem began to be dark before the sabbath, I commanded that the gates should be shut, and charged that they should not be opened till after the sabbath : and some of my servants set I at the gates, that there should no burden be brought in on the sabbath dav. 20 So the merchants and sellers of all kind of ware lodged without Jerusalem once or twice. 21 Then I testified against them, and said unto them, Why lodge ye about the wall? if ye do so again, I will lay hands on you. From that time forth came they no more on the sabbath. 22 And I commanded the Levites that they should cleanse themselves, and that they should come and keep the gates, to sanctify the sabbath day. Remember me, O my God, concerning this also, and spare me according to the greatness of thy mercy. 23 In those days also saw I Jews that had mar=> ried wives of Ashdod, of Ammon, and of Moab : 24 And their children spake half in the speech of Ashdod, and could not speak in the Jews' language, but according to the language of each people. 25 And I contended with them, and cursed them, and smote certain of them, and plucked off their hair, and made them swear by God, saying, Ye shall not give your daughters unto their sons, nor take their daughters unto, your sons, or for yourselves. 26 Did not Solomon king of Israel sin by these things? yet among many nations was there no king like him, who was beloved of his God, and God made him king over all Israel: nevertheless even him did outlandish women cause to sin. 27 Shall we then hearken unto you to do all this great evil, to transgress against our God in marrying strange wives? 28 And one of the sons of Joiada, the son of Eliashib the high priest, was son in law to San- ballat the Horonite: therefore I chased him from me. 29 Remember them, O my God, because they have defiled the priesthood, and the covenant of the priesthood, and of the Levites. 30 Thus cleansed I them from all strangers, and appointed the wards of the priests and the Levites, every one in his business; 31 And for the wood offering, at times ap- pointed, and for the firstfruits. Remember me, O my God, for good. The Book of Esther. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Ahasuerus maketh royal feasts. 10 Vashti, sent for, refuseth to come. 13 Ahasuerus, by the counsel of Memucan, maketh the decree of men's sovereignty. ~jVT OW it came to pass in the days of Ahasuerus, -i-^l (this is Ahasuerus which reigned, from In- dia even unto Ethiopia, over an hundred and seven and twenty provinces:) 2 That in those days, when the king Ahasuerus sat on the throne of his kingdom, which was in Shushan the palace, 3 In the third year of his reign, he made a feast unto all his princes and his servants; the power of Persia and Media, the nobles and princes of the provinces, being before him: 4 When he shewed the riches of his glorious kingdom and the honour of his excellent majesty many days, even an hundred and fourscore days. 5 And when these days were expired, the king made a feast unto all the people that were pres^ ent in Shushan the palace, both unto great and small, seven days, in the court of t^e garden of the king's palace; 6 Where were white, green, and blue, hang" ings, fastened with cords of fine linen and purple to silver rings and pillars of marble: the beds were of gold and silver, upon a pavement of red, and blue, and white, and black, marble. 381 Vashti refu8eth to come. ESTHER, II. (2) A new queen to be chosen. 7 And they gave them drink in vessels of gold, (the vessels being diverse one from another,) and royal wine in abundance, according to the state of the king. 8 And the drinking was according to the law; none did compel : for so the king had appointed to all the officers of his house, that they should do according to every man's pleasure. 9 Also Vashti the queen made a feast for the women in the royal house which belonged to king Ahasuerus. 10 On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded Mehu-- man, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Oarcas, the seven chamberlains that served in the presence of Ahasuerus the king, 11 To bring Vashti the queen before the king with the crown royal, to shew the people and the princes her beauty : for she was fair to look on. 12 But the queen Vashti refused to come at the king's commandment by his chamberlains: therefore was the king very wroth, and his anger burned in him. 13 Then the king said to the wise men, which knew the times, (for so was the king's manner toward all that knew law and judgment: 14 And the next unto him was Carshena, She- thar, Admatha, Tarshish, Meres, Marsena, and Memucan, the seven princes of Persia and Media, which saw the king's face, and which sat the first in the kingdom;) 15 What shall we do unto the queen Vashti ac- cording to law, because she hath not performed the commandment of the king Ahasuerus by the chamberlains? 16 And Memucan answered before the king and the princes, Vashti the queen hath not done wrong to the king only, but also to all the princes, and to all the people that are in all the provinces of the king Ahasuerus. 17 For this deed of the queen shall come abroad unto all women, so that they shall despise their husbands in their eyes, when it shall be re- ported, The king Ahasuerus commanded Vashti the queen to be brought in before him, but she came not. 18 Likewise shall the ladies of Persia and Media say this day unto all the king's princes, which have heard of the deed of the queen. Thus shall there arise too much contempt and wrath. 19 If it please the king, let there go a royal commandment from him, and let it be written among the laws of the Persians and the Medes, that it be not altered, That Vashti come no more before king Ahasuerus; and let the king give her royal estate unto another that is better than she. 20 And when the king's decree which he shall make shall be published throughout all his em- pire, (for it is great,) all the wives shall give to their husbands honour, both to great and small. 21 And the saying pleased the kins: and the princes; and the king did according to the word of Memucan : 22 For he sent letters into all the king's provinces, into every province according to the writing thereof, and to every people after their language, that every man should bear rule in his own house, and that it should be published ac- cording to the language of every people. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Out of the choice of virgins a queen is to be cnosen. 5 Mordecai the nursing father of Esther. 8 Esther is preferred by Hegai before the rest. 12 The man- ner of purification, and going in to the king. 15 Esther best pleasing the king is made queen. 21 Mor- decai discovering a treason is recorded in the chroni- cles. AFTER these things, when the wrath of king Ahasuerus was appeased, he remembered Vashti, and what she had done, and what was de- creed against her. 2 Then said the king's servants that ministered unto him, Let there be fair young virgins sought for the king: 3 And let the king appoint officers in all the provinces of his kingdom, that they may gather together all the fair young virgins unto Shushan the palace, to the house of the women, unto the custody of Hege the king's chamberlain, keeper of the women; and let their things for purifica- tion be given them: 4 And let the maiden which pleaseth the king be queen instead of Vashti. And the thing pleased the king; and he did so. 5 Now in Shushan the palace there was a cer- tain Jew, whose name was Mordecai, the son of Jair, the son of Shimei, the son of Kish, a Ben- jamite; 6 Who had been carried away from Jerusalem with the captivity which had been carried away with Jeconiah king of Judah, whom Nebuchad- nezzar the king of Babylon had carried away. 7 And he brought up Hadassah, that is, Esther, his uncle's daughter: for she had neither father nor mother, and the maid was fair and beautiful; whom Mordecai, when her father and mother were dead, took for his own daughter. 8 So it came to pass, when the king's command- ment and his decree was heard, and when many maidens were gathered together unto Shushan the palace, to the custody of Hegai, that Esther was brought also unto the king's house, to the custody of Hegai, keeper of the women. 9 And the maiden pleased him, and she ob- tained kindness of him; and he speedily gave her her things for purification, with such things as belonged to her, and seven maidens, which were meet to be given her, out of the king's house: and he preferred her and her maids unto the best place of the house of the women. 10 Esther had not shewed her people nor her kindred: for Mordecai had charged her that she should not shew it. 11 And Mordecai walked every day before the court of the women's house, to know how Esther did, and what should become of her. 12 Now when every maid's turn was come to go in to king Ahasuerus, after that she had been twelve months, according to the manner of the women, (for so were the days of their purifications 383 (fif Estner is made queen. ESTHER, III. (3) Haman obtaineth a decree. accomplished, to wit, six months with oil of myrrh, and six months with sweet odours, and with other things for the purifying of the women ;) 13 Then thus came every maiden unto the king; whatsoever she desired was given her to go with her out of the house of the women unto the king's house. 14 In the evening she went, and on the mor- row she returned iuto the second house of the women, to the custody of Shaashgaz, the king's chamberlain, which kept the concubines: she came in unto the king no more, except the king delighted in her, and that she were called by name. 15 Now when the turn of Esther, the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai, who had taken her for his daughter, was come to go in unto the king, she required nothing but what Hegai the king's chamberlain, the keeper of the women, ap- pointed. And Esther obtained favour in the sight of all them that looked upon her. 16 So Esther was taken unto king Ahasuerus into his house royal in the tenth month, which is the month Tebeth, in the seventh year of his reign, 17 And the king loved Esther above all the women, and she obtained grace and favour in his sight more than all the virgins ; so that he set the royal crown upon her head, and made her queen instead of Vashti. 18 Then the king made a great feast unto all his princes and his servants, even Esther's feast; and he made a release to the provinces, and gave gifts, according to the state of the king. 19 And when,, the virgins were gathered to- gether the second time, then Mordecai sat in the king's gate. 20 Esther had not yet shewed her kindred nor her people; as Mordecai had charged her: for Esther did the commandment of Mordecai, like as when she was brought up with him. 21 In those days, while Mordecai sat in the king's gate, two of the king's chamberlains' Big- than and Teresh, of those which kept the door, were wroth, and sought to lay hand on the king Ahasuerus. 22 And the thing was known to Mordecai, who told it unto Esther the queen; and Esther certi- fied the king thereof in Mordecai's name. 23 And when inquisition was made of the mat- ter, it was found out; therefore they were both hanged on a tree: and it was written in the book of the chronicles before the king. CHAPTER in. (3) 1 Haman, advanced by the king, and despised by Mor- decai, seeketh revenge upon all the Jews. 7 He cast- eth lots. 8 He obtaineth by calumniation a decree of the king to put the Jews to death. AFTER these things did king Ahasuerus pro- mote Haman the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, and advanced him, and set his seat above all the princes that were with him. 2 And all the king's servants, that were in the king's gate, bowed, and reverenced Haman: for the king had so commanded concerning him. But Mordecai bowed not, nor did him reverence. 3 Then the king's servants, which were in the king's gate, said unto Mordecai, Why trans- gressest thou the king's commandment? 4 Now it came to pass, when they spake daily unto him, and he hearkened not unto them, that they told Haman, to see whether Mordecai's mat- ters would stand: for he had told them that he was a Jew. 5 And when Haman saw that Mordecai bowed not, nor did him reverence, then was Haman full of wrath. 6 And he thought scorn to lay hands on Mor- decai alone; for they had shewed him the people of Mordecai : wherefore Haman sought to destroy all the Jews that were throughout the whole kingdom of Ahasuerus, even the people of Mordecai. 7 In the first month, that is, the month Nisan, in the twelfth year of king Ahasuerus, they cast .Pur, that is, the lot, before Haman from day to day, and from month to month, to the twelfth month, that is, the month Adar. 8 And Haman said unto king Ahasuerus, There is a certain people scattered abroad and dispersed among the people in all the provinces of thy king- dom; and their laws are diverse from all people; neither keep they the king's laws: therefore it is not for the king's profit to suffer them. 9 If it please the king, let it be written that they may be destroyed: and I will pay ten thous- and talents of silver to the hands of those that have the charge of the business, to bring it into the king's treasuries. 10 And the king took his ring from his hand, and gave it unto Haman the son of Hammedatha and Agagite, the Jews' enemy. 11 And the king said unto Haman, The silver is given to thee, the people also, to do with them as it seemeth good to thee. 12 Then were the king's scribes called on the thirteenth day of the first, month, and there was written according to all that Haman had com- manded unto the king's lieutenants, and to the governors that were over every province, and to the rulers of every people of every province ac- cording to the writing thereof, and to every peo- ple after their language; in the name of king Ahasuerus was it written, and sealed with the king's ring. 13 And the letters were sent by posts into all the king's provinces, to destroy, to kill, and to cause to perish, all Jews, both young and old, little children and women, in one day, even upon the thirteenth day of the twelfth month, which is the month Adar, and to take the spoil of them for a prey. 14 The copy of the writing for a commandment to be given in every province was published unto all people, that they should be ready against that day. is The posts went out, being hastened by the king's commandment, and the decree was given in 383 _ The great mourning of ESTHER, IV. (4) Mordecai and the Jews. Shushan the palace. And the king and Haman sat down to drink; but the city Shushan was per- plexed. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 The great mourning of Mordecai and the Jews, 4 Esther, understanding it, sendeth to Mordecai, who sheweth the cause, and adviseth her to undertake the suit. 10 She excusing herself is threatened by Mor- decai. 15 She appointing a fast undertaketh the suit. "V^THEN Mordecai perceived all that was done, ▼ V Mordecai rent his clothes, and put on sack- cloth with ashes, and went out into the midst of the city, and cried with a loud and a bitter cry; 2 And came even before the king's gate: for none might enter into the king's gate clothed with sackcloth. 3 And in every province, whithersoever the king's commandment and his decree came, there was great mourning among the Jews, and fasting, and weeping, and wailing; and many lay in sack- cloth and ashea 4 So Esther's maids and her chamberlains came and told it her. Then was the queen ex- ceedingly grieved; and she sent raiment to clothe Mordecai, and to take away his sackcloth from him: but he received it not. 5 Then called Esther for Hatach, one of the king's chamberlains, whom he had appointed to attend upon her, and gave him a commandment to Mordecai, to know what it was, and why it was. 6 So Hatach went forth to Mordecai unto the street of the city, which was before the king's gate. 7 And Mordecai told him of all that had hap- pened unto him, and of the sum of the money that Haman had promised to pay to the king's treas- uries for the Jews, to destroy them. 8 Also he gave him the copy of the writing of the decree that was given at Shushan to destroy them, to shew it unto Esther, and to declare it unto her, and to charge her that she should go in unto the king, to make supplication unto him, and to make request before him for her people. 9 And Hatach came and told Esther the words of Mordecai. 10 Again Esther spake unto Hatach, and gave him commandment unto Mordecai; 11 All the king's servants, and the people of the king's provinces, do know, that whosoever, whether man or woman, shall come unto the king into the inner court, who is not called, there is one law of his to put him to death, except such to whom the king shall hold out the golden sceptre, that he may live: but I have not been called to come in unto the king these thirty days. 12 And they told to Mordecai Esther's words. 13 Then Mordecai commanded to answer Es- ther, Think not with thyself that thou shalt escape in the king's house, more than all the Jews. 14 For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and de- liverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou and thy father's house shall be de- stroyed : and who knoweth whether thou art come [to the kingdom for such a time as this? 15 Then Esther bade them return Mordecai this answer, 16 Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast ye for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so will I go in unto the king, which is not according to the law: and if I perish, I perish. 17 So Mordecai went his way, and did accord- ing to all that Esther had commanded him. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Esther, adventuring on the king's favour, obtaineth the grace of the golden sceptre, and inviteth the king and Haman to a banquet. 6 She, being encouraged by the king in her suit, inviteth them to another banquet the next day. 9 Haman, proud of his advancement, repineth at the contempt of Mordecai. 14 By the coun- sel of Zeresh he buildeth for him a pair of gallows. "TVTOW it came to pass on the third day, that ■i-ll Esther put on her royal apparel, and stood in the inner court of the king's house, over against the king's house: and the king sat upon his royal throne in the royal house, over against the gate of the house. 2 And it was so, when the king saw Esther the queen standing in the court, that she obtained favour in his sight: and the king held out to Esther the golden sceptre that was in his hand. So Esther drew near, and touched the top of the sceptre. 3 Then said the king unto her, "What wilt thou, queen Esther? and what is thy request? it shall be even given thee to the half of the kingdom. 4 And Esther answered, If it seem good unto the king, let the king and Haman come this day unto the banquet that I have prepared for him. 5 Then the king said, Cause Haman to> make haste, that he may do as Esther hath said. So the king and Haman came to the banquet that Esther had prepared. 6 And the king said unto Esther at the banquet of wine, What is thy petition? and it shall be granted thee: and what is thy request? even to the half of the kingdom it shall be per- formed. 7 Then answered Esther, and said, My petition and my request is; 8 If I have found favour in the sight of the king, and if it please the king to grant my peti- tion, and to perform my request, let the king and Haman come to the banquet that I shall prepare for them, and I will do to morrow as the king hath said. 9 Then went Haman forth that day joyful and with a glad heart: but when Haman saw Mor- decai in the king's gate, that he stood not up, nor moved for him, he was full of indignation against Mordecai. 10 Nevertheless Haman refrained himself : and when he came home, he sent and called for his friends, and Zeresh his wife. 11 And Haman told them of the glory of his riches, and the multitude of his children, and all 1 the things wherein the king had promoted him, and how he had advanced him above the princes 384 U~) Mordecai is honoured. ESTHER, VI. (6) Human is hanged. and servants of the king. 12 Haman said moreover, Yea, Esther the queen did let no man come in with the king unto the banquet that she had prepared but myself; and to morrow am T invited unto her also with the king. 13 Yet all this availeth me nothing, so long as I see Mordecai the Jew sitting at the king's gate. 14 Then said Zeresh his wife and all his friends unto him, Let a gallows be made of fifty cubits high, and to morrow speak thou unto the king that Mordecai may be hanged thereon: then go thou in merrily with the king unto the banquet. And the thing pleased Haman; and he caused the gallows to be made. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 Ahasuerus, reading in the chronicles or the good ser- vice done by Mordecai, taketh care for his reward. 4 Haman, coming to sue that Mordecai might be hanged, unawares giveth counsel that he might do him hon- our. 12 Complaining of his misfortune, his friends tell him of his final destiny. ON that night could not the king sleep, and he commanded to bring the book of records of the chronicles; and they were read before the king. 2 And it was found written, that Mordecai had told of Bigthana and Teresh, two of the king's chamberlains, the keepers of the door, who sought to lay hand on the king Ahasuerus. 3 And the king said, What honour and dignity hath been done to Mordecai for this? Then said the king's servants that ministered unto him, There is nothing done for him. 4 And the king said, Who is in the court? Now Haman was come into the outward court of the king's house, to speak unto the king to hang Mor- decai on the gallows that he had prepared for him. 5 And the king's servants said unto him, Be- hold, Haman standeth in the court. And the king said, Let him come in. 6 So Haman came in. And the king said unto him, What shall be done unto the man whom the king delighteth to honour? Now Haman thought in his heart, To whom would the king delight to do honour more than to myself? 7 And Haman answered the king, For the man whom the king delighteth to honour, 8 Let the royal apparel be brought which the king useth to wear, and the horse that the king rideth upon, and the crown royal which is set upon his head: 9 And let this apparel and horse be delivered to the hand of one of the king's most noble princes, that they may array the man withal whom the king delighteth to honour, and bring him on horseback through the street of the city, and proclaim before him, Thus shall it be done to the man whom the king delighteth to honour. 10 Then the king said to Haman, Make haste, and take the apparel and the horse, as thou hast said, and do even so to Mordecai the Jew, that sitteth at the king's gate: let nothing fail of all that thou hast spoken. 11 Then took Haman the apparel and the horae, and arrayed Mordecai, and brought him on horse- back through the street of the city, and pro- claimed before him, Thus shall it be done unto the man whom the king delighteth to honour. 12 And Mordecai came again to the king's gate. But Haman hasted to his house mourning, and having his head covered. 13 And Haman told Zeresh his wife and all his friends every thing that had befallen him. Then said his wise men and Zeresh his wife unto him, If Mordecai be of the seed of the Jews, before whom thou hast begun to fall, thou shalt not pre- vail against him, but shalt surely fall before him. 14 And while they were yet talking with him, came the king's chamberlains, and hasted to bring Haman unto the banquet that Esther had prepared. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Esther, entertaining the king and Haman, maketh suit for her own life and her people's. 5 She accuseth Haman. 7 The king in his anger, understanding of the gallows which Haman had made for Mordecai, causeth him to be hanged thereon. SO the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen. 2 And the king said again unto Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, What is thy petition, queen Esther? and it shall be granted thee: and what is thy request? and it shall be per- formed, even to the half of the kingdom. 3 Then Esther the queen answered and said, If I have found favour in thy sight, O king, and if it please the king, let my life be given me at my petition, and my people at my request: 4 For we are sold, I and my people, to be de- stroyed, to be slain, and to perish. But if we had been sold for bondmen and bondwomen, I had held my tongue, although the enemy could not countervail the king's damage. 5 Then the king Ahasuerus answered and said unto Esther the queen, Who is he, and where is he, that durst presume in his heart to> do> so? 6 And Esther said, The adversary and enemy is this wicked Haman. Then Haman was afraid before the king and the queen. 7 And the king arising from the banquet of wine in his wrath went into the palace garden: and Haman stood up to make request for his life to Esther the queen; for he saw that there was evil determined against him by the king. 8 Then the king returned out of the palace gar- den into the place of the banquet of wine; and Haman was fallen upon the bed whereon Esther was. Then said the king, Will he force the queen also before me in the house? As the word went out of the king's mouth, they covered Hainan's face. 9 And Harbonah, one of the chamberlains, said before the king, Behold also, the gallows fifty cu- bits high, which. Haman had made for Mordecai, who had spoken good for the king, standeth in the house of Haman. Then the king said, Hang him thereon. 10 So they hanged Haman on the gallows that he had prepared for Mordecai. Then was the king's wrath pacified. 385 ZION GATE. (Esth. 5,13). We read in Ps. 48,2, "Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is mount Zion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King." Zion Gate is on the summit of the ridge of Zion between the tomb of David and the Armenian convent, and opens into numerous foot- paths leading down to the valley of Hinnom. Through this gate we reach the tomb of David. A little further north near the wall, is the Armenian church and the house of Caiaphas, and between the two is the place which the monks point out as the spot where the cock crowed, and where Peter wept after denying the Master. The Armenian church is almost due southwest of Zion Gate. I Ahasuerus granteth to the ESTHER, VIII. (8) Jews to defend themselves. CHAPTER VIII. (8) I Mordecai is advanced. 3 Esther maketh suit to re- verse Haman's letters. 7 Ahasuerus granteth to the Jews to defend themselves. 15 Mordecai's honoav, and the Jews' joy. ON that day did the king Ahasuerus give the house of Haman the Jews' enemy unto Es- ther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was unto her. 2 And the king took off his ring, which he had taken from Haman, and gave it unto Mordecai. And Esther set Mordecai over the house of Ha- man. 3 And Esther spake yet again before the king, and fell down at his feet, and besought him with tears to put away the mischief of Haman the Agagite, and his device that he had devised against the Jews. 4 Then the king held out the golden sceptre to- ward Esther. So Esther arose, and stood before the king, 5 And said, If it please the king, and if I have found favour in his sight, and the thing seem right before the king, and I be pleasing in his eyes, let it be written to reverse the letters de- vised by Haman the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, which he wrote to destroy the Jews which are in all the king's provinces: 6 For how can I endure to see the evil that shall come unto my people? or how can I endure to see the destruction of my kindred? 7 Then the king Ahasuerus said unto Esther the queen and to Mordecai the Jew, Behold, I have given Esther the house of Haman, and him they have hanged upon the gallows, because he laid his hand upon the Jews. 8 Write ye also for the Jews, as it liketh you, in the king's name, and seal it with the king's ring: for the writing which is written in the king's name, and sealed with the king's ring, may no man reverse. 9 Then were the king's scribes called at that time in the third month, that is, the month Sivan, on the three and twentieth day thereof; and it was written according to all that Mordecai com- manded unto the Jews, and to the lieutenants, and the deputies and rulers of the provinces which are from India unto Ethiopia, an hundred twenty and seven provinces, unto every province according to the writing thereof, and unto every people after their language, and to the Jews ac- cording to their writing, and according to their language. 10 And he wrote in the king Ahasuerus' name, and sealed it with the king's ring, and sent letters by posts on horseback, and riders on mules, cam- els, and young dromedaries: II Wherein the king granted the Jews which were in every city to gather themselves together, and to stand for their life, to destroy, to slay, and to cause to perish, all the power of the people and province that would assault them, both little ones and women, and to take the spoil of them for a Prey, 12 Upon one day in all the provinces of king Ahasuerus, namely, upon the thirteenth day of the twelfth month, which is the month Adar. 13 The copy of the writing for a commandment to be given in every province was published unto all people, and that the Jews should be ready against that day to avenge themselves on their enemies. 14 So the posts that rode upon mules and cam- els went out, being hastened and pressed on by the king's commandment. And the decree was given at Shushan the palace. 15 And Mordecai went out from the presence of the king in royal apparel of blue and white, and with a great crown of gold, and with a gar- ment of fine linen and purple : and the city of Shu- shan rejoiced and was glad. 16 The Jews had light, and gladness, and joy, and honour. 17 And in every province, and in every city, whithersoever the king's commandment and his decree came, the Jews had joy and gladness, a feast and a good day. And many of the people of the land became Jews; for the fear of the Jews fell upon them. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 The Jews (the rulers, for fear of Mordecai, helping them) slay their enemies, with the ten sons of Haman. 12 Ahasuerus, at the request of Esther, granteth an- other day of slaughter, and Haman's sons to be hang- ed. 20 The two days of Purim are made festival. "IVTOW in the twelfth month, that is, the month -i-li Adar, on the thirteenth day of the same, when the king's commandment and his decree drew near to be put in execution, in the day that the enemies of the Jews hoped to have power over them, (though it was turned to the contrary, that the Jews had ruled over them that hated them;) 2 The Jews gathered themselves together in their cities throughout all the provinces of the king Ahasuerus, to lay hand on such as sought their hurt: and no man could withstand them; for the fear of them fell upon all people. 3 And all the rulers of the provinces, and the lieutenants, and the deputies, and officers oi the king, helped the Jews; because the fear of Mor- decai fell upon them. 4 For Mordecai was great in the king's house, and his fame went out throughout all the provinces: for this man Mordecai waxed greater and greater. 5 Thus the Jews smote all their enemies with the stroke of the sword, and slaughter, and de- struction, and did what they would unto those that hated them. 6 And in Shushan the palace the Jews slew and destroyed five hundred men. 7 And Parshandatha, and Dalphon, and As- patha, 8 And Poratha, and Adalia, and Aridatha, 9 And Parmashta, and Arisai, and Aridai, and Vajezatha, 10 The ten sons of Haman the son of Ham- medatha, the enemy of the Jews, slew they; but on the spoil laid they not their hand. 11 On that day the number of those that were 20 388 The two days of Purim JOB, I. (1) are made festival. slain in Shushan the palace was brought before the king. 12 And the king said unto Esther the queen, The Jews have slain and destroyed five hundred men in Shushan the palace, and the ten sons of Haman; what have they done in the rest of the king's provinces? now what is thy petition? and it shall be granted thee: or what is thy request further? and it shall be done. 13 Then said Esther, If it please the king, let it be granted to the Jews which are in Shushan to do to morrow also according unto this day's de- cree, and let Hainan's ten sons be hanged upon the gallows. 14 And the king commanded it so to be done: and the decree was given at Shushan; and they hanged Hainan's ten sons. 15 For the Jews that were in Shushan gath- ered themselves together on the fourteenth day also of the month Adar, and slew three hundred men at Shushan; but on the prey they laid not their hand. 16 But the other Jews that were in the king's provinces gathered themselves together, and stood for their lives, and had rest from their ene- mies, and slew of their foes seventy and five thous- and, but they laid not their hands on the prey, 17 On the thirteenth day of the month Adar; and on the fourteenth day of the same rested they, and made it a day of feasting and gladness. 18 But the Jews that were at Shushan assem- bled together on the thirteenth day thereof, and on the fourteenth thereof; and on the fifteenth day of the same they rested, and made it a day of feasting and gladness. 19 Therefore the Jews of the villages, that dwelt in the unwalled towns, made the fourteenth day of the month Adar a day of gladness and feasting, and a good day, and of sending portions one to another. 20 And Mordecai wrote these things, and sent letters unto all the Jews that were in all' the provinces of the king Ahasuerus, both nigh and far, 21 To stablish 1 this among them, that they should keep the fourteenth day of the month Adar, and the fifteenth day of the same, yearly, 22 As the days wherein the Jews rested from their enemies, and the month which was turned unto them from sorrow to joy, and from mourning into a good day: that they should make them days of feasting and joy, and of sending portions one to another, and gifts to the poor. 23 And the Jews undertook to do as they had ■Begun, and as Mordecai had written unto them; 24 Because Haman the son of Hammedatha, the Agagite, the enemy of all the Jews, had de- vised against the Jews to destroy them, and had cast Pur, that is, the lot, to consume them, and to destroy them; 25 But when Esther came before the king, he commanded by letters that his wicked device, which he devised against the Jews, should return upon his own head, and that he and his sons should be hanged on the gallows. 26 Wherefore they called these days Purim after the name of Pur. Therefore for all the . words of this letter, and of that which they had seen concerning this matter, and which had come unto them, 27 The Jews ordained, and took upon them, and upon their seed, and upon all such as joined them- selves unto them, so as it should not fail, that they would keep these two days according . to their writing, and according to their appointed time every year; 28 And that these days should be remembered and kept throughout every generation, every fam- ily, every province, and every city ; and that these days of Purim should not fail from among the Jews, nor the memorial of them perish from their seed. 29 Then Esther the queen, the daughter of Abi- hail, and Mordecai the Jew, wrote with all author- ity, to confirm this second letter of Purim. 30 And he sent the letters unto all the Jews, to the hundred twenty and seven provinces of the kingdom of Ahasuerus, with words of peace and truth, 31 To confirm these days of Purim in their times appointed, according as Mordecai the Jew and Esther the queen had enjoined them, and as they had decreed for themselves and for their seed, the matters of the fastings and their cry. 32 And the decree of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Ahasuerus's greatness. 3 Mordecai's advancement. AND the king Ahasuerus laid a tribute upon the land, and upon the isles of the sea. 2 And all the acts of his power and of his might, and the declaration of the greatness of Mordecai, whereunto the king advanced him, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Media and Persia? 3 For Mordecai the Jew was next unto king Ahasuerus, and great among the Jews, and ac- cepted of the multitude of his brethren, seeking the wealth of his people, and speaking peace to all his sfed. The Book of Job. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The hoYi&ess, riches, and religions care of Job for his children. 6 Satan, appearing before God, by calumni- ation obtaineth leave to tempt Job. 13 Understand- ing of the loss of his goods and children, in his mourn- ing he blesseth God. THERE was a man in the land of XJz, whose name was Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and es- chewed evil. 2 And there were born unto him seven sons and three daughters. 387 U\ Satan obtaineth leave JOB, II. (2) to tempt Job. 3 His substance also was seven thousand sheep, and three thousand camels, and five hun- dred yoke of oxen, and five hundred she asses, and a very great household ; so that this man was the greatest of all the men of the east. 4 And his sons went and feasted in their houses, every one his day; and sent and called for their three sisters to eat and to drink with them. 5 And it was so, when the days of their feast- ing were gone about, that Job sent and sanctified them, and rose up early in the morning, and of- fered burnt offerings according to the number of them all: for Job said, It may be that my sons have sinned, and cursed God in their hearts. Thus did Job continually. 6 Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also* among them. 7 And the Lord said unto Satan, Whence com- est thou? Then Satan answered the Lord, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. 8 And the Lord said unto Satan, Hast thou con- sidered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? 9 Then Satan answered the Lord, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought? 10 Hast not thou made an hedge about him, and about his house, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, and his substance is increased in the land. 11 But put forth thine hand now, and touch all that he hath, and he will curse thee to thy face. 12 And the Lord said unto Satan, Behold, all that he hath is in thy power; only upon himself put not forth thine hand. So Satan went forth from the presence of the Lord. 13 And there was a day when his sons and his daughters were eating and drinking wine in their eldest brother's house: 14 And there came a messenger unto Job, and said, The oxen were plowing, and the asses feed- ing beside them: 15 And the Sabeans fell upon them, and took them away ; yea, they have slain the servants with the edge of the sword; and I only am escaped alone to tell thee. 16 While he was yet speaking, there came also another, and said, The fire of God is fallen from heaven, and hath burned up the sheep, and the servants, and consumed them; and I only am escaped alone to tell thee. 17 While he was yet speaking, there came also another, and said, The Chaldeans made out three bands, and fell upon the camels, and have car- ried them away, yea, and slain the servants with the edge of the sword; and I only am escaped alone to tell thee. 18 While he was yet speaking, there came also another, and said, Thy sons and thy daughters were earing and drinking wine in their eldest brother's house: 19 And, behold, there came a great wind from the wilderness, and smote the four corners of the house, and it fell upon the young men, and they are dead; and I only am escaped alone to tell thee. 20 Then Job arose, and rent his mantle, and shaved his head, and fell down upon the ground, and worshipped. 21 And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord. 22 In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly. CHAPTER IL (2) 1 Satan appearing again before God obtaineth further leave to tempt Job. 7 He smiteth him with sore boils. 9 Job reproveth his wife, moving him to curse God. 11 His three friends condole with him in silence. AGAIN there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among them to pre- sent himself before the Lord. 2 And the Lord said unto Satan, From whence comest thou? And Satan answered the Lord, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. 3 And the Lord said unto Satan, Hast thou con- sidered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? and still he holdeth fast his integrity, although thou movedst me against him, to destroy him with- out cause. 4 And Satan answered the Lord, and said, Skin for skin, yea, all that a man hath will he give for his life. 5 But put forth thine hand now, and touch his bone and his flesh, and he will curse thee to thy face. 6 And the Lord said unto Satan, Behold, he is in thine hand; but save his life. 7 So went Satan forth from the presence of the Lord, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown. 8 And he took him a potsherd to scrape him- self withal ; and he sat down among the ashes. 9 Then said his wife unto him, Dost thou still retain thine integrity? curse God, and die. 10 But he said unto her, Thou speaketh as one of the foolish women speaketh. What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil? In all this did not Job sin with his lips. 11 Now when Job's three friends heard of all this evil that was come upon him, they came every one from his own place; Eliphaz the Teman- ite, and Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite: for they had made an appointment together to come to mourn with him and to com- fort him. 12 And when they lifted up their eyes afar off, and knew him not, they lifted up their voice, and wept; and they rent every one his mantle, and sprinkled dust upon their heads toward heaven. 388 Job complainelh of life. JOB, III. (3) Eliphaz reproveth Job. 13 So they sat down with him upon the ground seven days and seven nights, and none spake a word unto him: for they saw that his grief was very great. CHAPTER TIL (3) 1 Job curses the day and services of his birth. 13 The ease of death. 20 He complaineth of life, oecause Oi his anguish. AFTER this opened Job his mouth, and cursed his day. 2 And Job spake, and said, 3 Let the day perish wherein I was born, and the night in which it was said, There is a man child conceived. 4 Let that day be darkness; let not God re- gard it from above, neither let the light shine upon it. 5 Let darkness and the shadow of death stain it; let a cloud dwell upon it; let the blackness of the day terrify it. 6 As for that night, let darkness seize upon it ; let it not be joined unto the days of the year, let it not come into the number of the months. 7 Lo, let that night be solitary, let no joyful voice come therein. 8 Let them curse it that curse the day, who are ready to raise up their mourning. 9 Let the stars of the twilight thereof be dark; let it look for light, but have none; neither let it see the dawning of the day: 10 Because it shut not up the doors of my mother's womb, nor hid sorrow from mine eyes. 11 Why died I not from tbe womb? why did I not give up the ghost when I came out of the belly? 12 Why did the knees prevent me? or why the breasts that I should suck? 13 For now should I have lain still and been quiet, I should have slept : then had I been at rest, 14 With kings and counsellors of the earth, which built desolate places for themselves; 15 Or with princes that had gold, who filled their houses with silver: 16 Or as an hidden untimely birth I had not been ; as infants which never saw light. 17 There the wicked cease from troubling; and there the weary be at rest. IS There the prisoners rest together; they hear not the voice of the oppressor. 19 The small and great are there; and the ser- vant is free from his master. 20 Wherefore is light given to him that is in misery, and life unto the bitter in soul ; 21 Which long for death, but it cometh not; and dig for it more than for hid treasures; 22 Which rejoice exceedingly, and are glad, when they can find the grave? 23 Why is light given to a man whose way is hid, and whom God hath hedged in? 24 For my sighing cometh before I eat, and my roarings are poured out like the waters. 25 For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me, and that which I was afraid of is come unto me. righteous 26 I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Eliphaz reproveth Job for want of religion. He teacheth God's judgments to be not for the righteous, but for the wicked. 12 His fearful vision, to humble the excellency of creatures before God. THEN Eliphaz the Tenianite answered and said, 2 If we assay to commune with thee, wilt thou be grieved? but who can withhold himself from speaking? 3 Behold, thou hast instructed many, and thou hast strengthened the weak hands. 4 Thy words have upholden him that was falling, and thou hast strengthened the feeble knees. 5 But now it is come upon thee, and thou faintest; it toucheth thee, and thou art troubled. 6 Is not this thy fear, thy confidence, thy hope, and the uprightness of thy ways? 7 Remember, I pray thee, who ever perished, being innocent? or where were the cut off? 8 Even as I have seen, they that plow in- iquity, and sow wickedness, reap the same. 9 By the blast of God they perish, and by the breath of his nostrils are they consumed. 10 The roaring of the lion, and the voice of the fierce lion, and the teeth of the young lions, are broken. 11 The old lion perisheth for lack of prey, and the stout lion's wbelps are scattered abroad. 12 Now a thing was secretly brought to me, and mine ear received a little thereof. 13 In thoughts from the visions of the night, when deep sleep falleth on men, 14 Fear came upon me, and trembling, which made all my bones to shake. 15 Then a spirit passed before my face; the hair of my flesh stood up : 16 It stood still, but I could not discern the form thereof: an image was before mine eyes, there was silence, and I heard a voice, saying, 17 Shall mortal man be more just than God? shall a man be more pure than his maker? 18 Behold, he put no trust in his servants; and his angels he charged with folly: 19 How much less in them that dwell in houses of clay, whose foundation is in the dust, which are crushed before the moth? 20 They are destroyed from morning to even- ing: they perish for ever without any regarding it. 21 Doth not their excellency which is in them go awav? thev die, even without wisdom. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The harm of inconsideration. 3 The end of the wicked is misery. 6 God is to be regarded in affliction. 17 The happy end of God's correction. CALL now, if there be any that will answer thee; and to which of the saints wilt thou turn? 2 For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one. 3 I have seen the foolish taking root: but sud- denlv I cursed his habitation. 389 Happy end of God's correction. JOB, VI. (6) Job wisheth for death. 4 His children are far from safety, and they are crushed in the gate, neither is there any to de- liver them. 5 Whose harvest the hungry eateth up, and taketh it even out of the thorns, and the robber swalloweth up their substance. 6 Although affliction cometh not forth of the dust, neither doth trouble spring out of the ground; 7 Yet man is born unto trouble, as the sparks fly upward. 8 I would seek unto God, and unto God would I commit my cause: 9 Which doeth great things and unsearchable; marvellous things without number: 10 Who giveth rain upon the earth, and send- eth waters upon the fields: 11 To set up on high those that be low; that those which mourn may be exalted to safety. 12 He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, so that their hands cannot perform their enter- prise. 13 He taketh the wise in their own craftiness : and the counsel of the froward is carried head- long. 14 They meet with darkness in the daytime, and grope in the noonday as in the night. 15 But he saveth the poor from the sword, from their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty. 16 So the poor hath hope, and iniquity stop- peth her mouth. 17 Behold, happy is the man whom God cor- recteth: therefore despise not thou the chasten- ing of the Almighty: 18 For he maketh sore, and bindeth up: he woundeth, and his hands make whole. 19 He shall deliver thee in six troubles: yea, in seven there shall no evil touch thee. 20 In famine he shall redeem thee from death : and in war from the power of the sword. 21 Thou shalt be hid from the scourge of the tongue: neither shalt thou be afraid of destruc- tion when it cometh. 22 At destruction and famine thou shalt laugh: neither shalt thou be afraid of the beasts of the earth. 23 For thou shalt be in league with the stones of the field: and the beasts of the field shall be at peace with thee. 24 And thou shalt know that thy tabernacle shall be in peace; and thou shalt visit thy habita- tion, and shalt not sin. 25 Thou shalt know also that thy seed shall be great, and thine offspring as the grass of the earth. 20 Thou shalt come to thy grave in a. full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season. 27 Lo this, we have searched it, so it is; hear it, and know thou it for thy good. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 Job sheweth that his complaints are not causeless. S He wisheth for death, wherein he is assured of com- fort. 14 He reproveth his friends of unkindness. BUT Job answered and said, 2 Oh that my grief were throughly weighed, and my calamity laid in the balances together! 3 For now it would be heavier than the sand of the sea : therefore my words are swallowed up. 4 For the arrows of the Almighty are within me, the poison whereof drinketh up my spirit: the terrors of God do set themselves in array against me. 5 Doth the wild ass bray when he hath grass? or loweth the ox over his fodder? 6 Can that which is unsavoury be eaten with- out salt? or is there any taste in the white of an 7 The things that my soul refused to touch are as my sorrowful meat. 8 Oh that I might have my request; and that God would grant me the thing that I long for! 9 Even that it would please God to destroy me; that he would let loose his hand, and cut me off! 10 Then should I yet have comfort; yea, I would harden myself in sorrow: let him not spare; for I have not concealed the words of the Holy One. 11 What is my strength, that I should hope? and what is mine end, that I should prolong my life? 12 Is my strength the strength of stones? or is my flesh of brass? 13 Is not my help in me? and is wisdom driven quite from me? 14 To him that is afflicted pity should be shewed from his friend ; but he forsaketh the fear of the Almighty. 15 My brethren have dealt deceitfully as a brook, and as the stream of brooks they pass away; 16 Which are blackish by reason of the ice, and wherein the snow is hid: 17 What time they wax warm, they vanish: when it is hot, they are consumed out of their place. 18 The paths of their way are turned aside; they go to nothing, and perish. 19 The troops of Tema looked, the companies of Sheba waited for them. 20 They were confounded because they had hoped ; they came thither, and were ashamed. 21. For now ye are nothing; ye see my casting down, and are afraid. 22 Did I say, Bring unto me? or, Give a reward for me of your substance? 23 Or, Deliver me from the enemy's hand? or, Redeem me from the hand of the mighty? 24 Teach me, and I will hold my tongue: and cause me to understand wherein I have erred. 25 How forcible are right words! but what doth your arguing reprove? 26 Do ye imagine to reprove words, and the speeches of one that is 'desperate, which are as wind? 27 Yea, ye overwhelm the fatherless, and ye dig a pit for your friend. 390 4jS" He excuseth his desire. JOB, VII. (7) Bildad sheweth God's justice. 28 Xow therefore be content, look upon me; for it is evident unto you if I lie. 29 Return, I pray you, let it not be iniquity; yea, return again, my righteousness is in it. 30 Is there iniquity in my tongue? cannot my taste discern perverse things? CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Job excuseth his desire of death. 12 He complaineth of his own restlessness, 17 and God's watchfulness. IS there not an appointed time to man upon earth? are not his days also like the days of an hireling? 2 As a servant earnestly desireth the shadow, and as an hireling looketh for the reward of his work: 3 So am I made to possess months of vanity, and wearisome nights are appointed to me. 4 When I lie down, I say, When shall I arise, and the night be gone? and I am full of tossings to and fro unto the dawning of the day. 5 My flesh is clothed with worms and clods of dust; my skin is broken, and become loathsome. 6 My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent without hope. 7 O remember that my life is wind: mine eye shall no more see good. 8 The eye of him that hath seen me shall see me no more; thine eyes are upon me, and I am not 9 As the cloud is consumed and vanisheth away: so he that goeth down to the grave shall come up no more. 10 He shall return no more to his house, neither shall his place know him any more. 11 Therefore I will not refrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit ; I will com- plain in the bitterness of my soul. 12 Am I a sea, or a whale, that thou settest a watch over me? 13 When I say, My bed shall comfort me, my couch shall ease my complaint; 11 Then thou scarest me with dreams, and ter- riflest me through visions : 15 So that my soul chooseth strangling, and death rather than my life. 16 I loathe it; I would not live alway: let me alone; for my days are vanity. 17 What is man, that thou shouldest magnify him? and that thou shouldest set thine heart upon him? 18 And that thou shouldest visit him every morning, and trv him everv moment? 19 How long wilt thou not depart from me, nor let me alone till I swallow down my spittle? 20 I have sinned; what shall I do unto thee, O thou preserver of men? why hast thou set me as a mark against thee, so that I am a burden to myself? 21 And why dost thou not pardon my trans- gression, and take away mine iniquity? for now shall I sleep in the dust : and thou shalt seek me in the morning, but I shall not be. CHAPTER VHL (3) 1 Bildad sheweth God's justice in dealing with men ac- cording to their works. 8 He allegeth antiquity to prove the certain destruction of the hypocrite. 20 He applieth God's just dealing to Job. THEX answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, 2 How long wilt thou speak these things? and how long shall the words of thy mouth be like a strong wind? 3 Doth God pervert judgment? or doth the Al- mighty pervert justice? 4 H thy children have sinned against him, and he have cast them away for their transgression; 5 If thou wouldest seek unto God betimes, and make thy supplication to the Almighty; 6 If thou wert pure and upright; surely now he would awake for thee, and make the habitation of thy righteousness prosperous. 7 Though thy beginning was small, yet thy lat- ter end should greatly increase. 8 For enquire, I pray thee, of the former age, and prepare thyself to the search of their fathers: 9 (For we are but of yesterday, and know noth- ing, because our days upon earth are a shadow:) 10 Shall not they teach thee, and tell thee, and utter words out of their heart? 11 Can the rush grow up without mire? can the flag grow without water? 12 Whilst it is yet in his greenness, and not cut down, it withereth before any other herb. 13 So are the paths of all that forget God ; and the hypocrite's hope shall perish: 14 Whose hope shall be cut off, and whose trust shall be a spider's web. 15 He shall lean upon his house, but it shall not stand: he shall hold it fast, but it shall not endure. 16 He is green before the sun, and his branch shooteth forth in his garden. 17 His roots are wrapped about the heap, and seeth the place of stones. 18 H he destroy him from his place, then it shall deny him, saying, I have not seen thee. 19 Behold, this is the joy of his way, and out of the earth shall others grow. 20 Behold, God will not cast away a perfect man, neither will be help the evil doers: 21 Till he fill thy mouth with laughing, and thy lips with rejoicing. 22 They that hate thee shall be clothed with shame; and the dwelling place of the wicked shall come to nought. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 Job, acknowledging God's justice, sheweth there is no contending with him. 22 Man's innocency is not to be condemned by afflictions. THEN Job answered and said, 2 I know it is so of a truth : but how should man be just with God? 3 If he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand. 4 He is wise in heart, and mighty in strength: who hath hardened himself against him, and hath prospered? 391 Job acknowledgeth it. JOB, X. (10) Job expostuloieth with God. 5 Which removeth the mountains, and they know not: which overturneth them in his anger. 6 Which shaketh the earth out of her place, and the pillars thereof tremble. 7 Which commandeth the sun, and it riseth not; and sealeth up the stars. 8 Which alone spreadeth out the heavens, and treadeth upon the waves of the sea. 9 Which maketh Arcturus, Orion, and Pleiades, and the chambers of the south. 10 Which doeth great things past finding out; yea, and wonders without number. 11 Lo, he goeth by me, and I see him not: he passeth on also, but I perceive him not. 12 Behold, he taketh away, who can hinder him? who will say unto him, What doest thou? 13 If God will not withdraw his anger, the proud helpers do stoop under him. 14 How much less shall I answer him, and choose out my words to reason with him? 15 Whom, though I were righteous, yet would I not answer, but I would make supplication to my judge. 16 If I had called, and he had answered me; yet would I not believe that he had hearkened unto my voice. 17 For he breaketh me with a tempest, and multiplieth my wounds without cause. 18 He will not suffer me to take my breath, but filleth me with bitterness. 19 If I speak of strength, lo, he is strong: and if of judgment, who shall set me a time to plead? 20 If I justify myself, mine own mouth shall condemn me: if I say, I am perfect, it shall also prove me perverse. 21 Though I were perfect, yet would I not know my soul : I would despise my life. 22 This is one thing, therefore I said it, He de- stroyeth the perfect and the wicked. 23 If the scourge slay suddenly, he will laugh at the trial of the innocent. 24 The earth is given into the hand of the wicked: he covereth the faces of the judges there- of; if not, where, and who is he? 25 Now my days are swifter than a post : they flee away, they see no good. 26 They are passed away as the swift ships : as the eagle that hasteth to> the prey. 27 If I say, I will forget my complaint, I will leave off my heaviness, and comfort myself: 28 I am afraid of all my sorrows, I know that thou wilt not hold me innocent. 29 If I be wicked, why then labour I in vain? 30 If I wash myself with snow water, and make my hands never so clean; 31 Yet shalt thou plunge me in the ditch, and mine own clothes shall abhor me. 32 For he is not a man, as I am, that I should answer him, and we should come together in judgment. 33 Neither is there any daysman betwixt us, that might lay his hand upon us both. 34 Let him take his rod away from me, and let not his fear terrify me: 35 Then would I speak, and not fear him; but it is not so with me. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Job, taking liberty of complaint, expostulated with God about his afflictions. 18 He complaineth of life, and craveth a little ease before death. MY soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint upon myself; I will speak in the bitterness of my soul. 2 I will say unto God, Do not condemn me; shew me wherefore thou contendest with me. 3 Is it good unto thee that thou shouldest op- press, that thou shouldest despise the work of thine hands, and shine upon the counsel of the wicked? 4 Hast thou eyes of flesh? or seest thou as man seeth? 5 Are thy days as the days of man? are thy years as man's days, 6 That thou enquirest after mine iniquity, and searchest after my sin? 7 Thou knowest that I am not wicked; and there is none that can deliver out of thine hand. 8 Thine hands have made me and fashioned me together round about; yet thou dost destroy me. 9 Remember, I beseech thee, that thou hast made me as the clay; and wilt thou bring me into dust again? 10 Hast thou not poured me out as milk, and curdled me like cheese? 11 Thou hast clothed me with skin and flesh, and hast fenced me with bones and sinews. 12 Thou hast granted me life and favour, and thy visitation hath preserved my spirit. 13 And these things hast thou hid in thine heart : I know that this is with thee. 14 If I sin, then thou markest me, and thou wilt not acquit me from mine iniquity. 15 If I be wicked, woe unto me; and if I be righteous, yet will I not lift up my head. I am full of confusion; therefore see thou mine afflic- tion; 16 For it increaseth. Thou huntest me as a fierce lion: and again thou shewest thyself mar- vellous upon me. 17 Thou renewest thy witnesses against me, and increasest thine indignation upon me; changes and war are against me. 18 Wherefore then hast thou brought me forth out of the womb? Oh that I had given up the ghost, and no eye had seen me! 19 I should have been as though I had not j been ; I should have been carried from the womb to the grave. 20 Are not my days few? cease then, and let me alone, that I may take comfort a little, 21 Before I go whence I shall not return, even to the land of darkness and the shadow of death; 22 A land of darkness, as darkness itself; and of the shadow of death, without any order, and where the light is as darkness. CHAPTER XI. (11) 1 Zophar reproveth Job for justifying himself. 5 God's wisdom is unsearchable. 13 The assured blessing of repentance. __ 392 Job aeknowledgtth JOB, XII. (12) God's omnipotmcy. THEN answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said, 2 Should not the multitude of words be answered ? and should a man full of talk be justi- fied? 3 Should thy lies make men hold their peace? and when thou mockest, shall no man make thee ashamed? 4 For thou hast said, My doctrine is pure, and I am clean in thine eyes. 5 But oh that God would speak, and open his lips against thee; 6 And that he would shew thee the secrets of wisdom, that they are double to that which is! Know therefore that God exacteth of thee less than thine iniquity deserveth. 7 Canst thou by searching find out God? canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection? 8 It is as high as heaven; what canst thou do? deeper than hell; what canst thou kuow? 9 The measure thereof is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. 10 If he cut off, and shut up, or gather together, then who can hinder him? 11 For he knoweth vain men : he seeth wicked- ness also; will he not then consider it? 12 For rain man would be wise, though man be born like a wild ass's colt. 13 If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him; 14 If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles. 15 For then shalt thou lift up thy face without spot; yea, thou shalt be stedfast, and shalt not fear: 16 Because thou shalt forget thy misery, and remember it as waters that pass away: 17 And thine age shall be clearer than the noonday; thou shalt shine forth, thou shalt be as the morning. 18 And thou shalt be secure, because there is hope; yea, thou shalt dig about thee, and thou shalt take thy rest in safety. 19 Also thou shalt lie down, and none shall make 'thee afraid; yea, many shall make suit unto thee. 20 But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, and they shall not escape, and their hope shall' be a» the giving up of the ghost. chapter xn. (12; 1 Job maintaineth himself against his friends that re- prove him. 7 He aeknowledgeth the general doctrine of God's omnipotency. AND Job answered and said, 2 No doubt but ye are the people, and wis- dom shall die with you. 3 But I have understanding as well as you; I am not inferior to you : yea, who knoweth not such things as these? 4 I am as one mocked of his neighbour, who calleth upon God, and he answereth him: the just upright man is laughed to scorn. 5 He that is ready to slip with his feet in as a lamp despised in the thought of him that is at ease. 6 The tabernacles of robbers prosper, and they that provoke God are secure; iuto whose hand God bringeth abundantly. 7 But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach thee; and the fowls of the air, and they shall tell thee: 8 Or speak to the earth, and it shall teach thee: and the fishes of the sea shall declare unto thee. 9 Who Knoweth not in all these that the hand of the Lord hath wrought this? 10 In whose hand is the soul of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind. 11 Doth not the ear try words? and the mouth taste his meat? 12 With the ancient is wisdom; and in length of days understanding. 13 With him is wisdom and strength, he hath counsel and understanding. 14 Behold, he breaketh down, and it cannot be built again : he shutteth up a man, and there can be no opening. 15 Behold, he withholdeth the waters, and they dry up: also he sendeth them out, and they over- turn the earth'. 16 With him is strength and wisdom: the de- ceived and the deceiver are his. 17 He leadeth counsellors away spoiled, and maketh the judges fools. 18 He looseth the bond of kings, and girdeth their loins with a girdle. 19 He leadeth princes away spoiled, and over- throweth the,,mighty. 20 He removeth away the speech of the trusty, and taketh away the understanding of the aged. 21 He poureth contempt upon princes, and weakeneth the strength of the mighty. 22 He discovereth deep things out of darkness, and bringeth out to light the shadow of death. 23 He increaseth the nations, and destroyeth them: he enlargeth the nations, and straiteneth them again. 24 He taketh away the heart of the chief of the people of the earth, and causeth them to wander in a wilderness where there is no way. 25 They grope in the dark without light, and he maketh them to stagger like a drunken man. CHAPTER XHL (13) 1 Job reproveth his friends of partiality. 14 He pro- fesseth his confidence in God: 20 and intreateth to know his own sins, and God's purpose in afflicting him. LO, mine eye hath seen all this, mine ear hatb heard and understood it. 2 What ye know, the same do I know also: I am not inferior unto you. 3 Surely I would speak to the Almighty, and I desire to reason with God. 4 But ye are forgers of lies, ye are all physi- cians of no value. 5 O that ye would altogether hold your peace! and it should be your wisdom. 6 Hear now my reasoning, and hearken to the pleadings of my lips. 20 a Job's confidence in God. JOB, XIV. (14) He entreateth God for favour. 7 Will ye speak wickedly for God? and talk de- ceitfully for him? 8 Will ye accept his person? will ye contend for God? 9 Is it good that he should search you out? or as one man mocketh another, do ye so mock him? 10 He will surely reprove you, if you do secret- ly accept persons. 11 Shall not his excellency make you afraid? and his dread fall upon you? 12 Your remembrances are like unto ashes, your bodies to> bodies of clay. 13 Hold your peace, let me alone, that I may speak, and let come on me what will. 14 Wherefore do I take my flesh in my teeth, and put my life in mine hand? 15 Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him. 16 He also shall be my salvation: for an hypo- crite shall not come before him. 17 Hear diligently my speech, and my declara- tion with your ears. 18 Behold now, I have ordered my cause; I know that I shall be justified. 19 Who is he that will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost. 20 Only do not two things unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee. 21 Withdraw thine hand far from me: and let not thy dread make me afraid. 22 Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me. 23 How many are mine iniquities and sins? make me to know my transgression and my sin. 24 Wherefore hidest thou thy face, and holdest me for thine enemy? 25 Wilt thou break a leaf driven to and fro? and wilt thou pursue the dry stubble? 26 For thou writest bitter things against me, and makest me to possess the iniquities of my youth. 27 Thou putt est my feet also in the stocks, and lookest narrowly unto all thy paths: thou settest a print upon the heels of my feet 28 And he, as a rotten thing, consumeth, as a garment that is moth eaten. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 Job intreateth God for favour, by tbe shortness of life, and certainty of death. 7 Tlhough life once lost be irrecoverable, yet he waiteth for his change. 16 By sin the creature is subject to corruption. MAN that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble. 2 He cometh forth like a flower, and is cut down: he fleeth also as a shadow, and continueth not. 3 And dost thou open thine eyes upon such an one, and bringest me into judgment with thee? 4 Who can bring a clean thing out of an un- clean? not one. 5 Seeing his days are determined, the number of his months are with thee, thou hast appointed his bounds that he cannot pass; 6 Turn from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish, as an hireling, his day. 7 For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. 8 Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the stock thereof die in the ground; 9 Yet through the scent of water it will bud, and bring forth boughs like a plant. 10 But man dieth, and wasteth away: yea, man giveth up the ghost, and where is he? 11 As the waters fail from the sea, and the flood decay eth and drieth up: 12 So man lieth down, and riseth not: till the heavens be no more, they shall not awake, nor be raised out of their sleep. 13 O that thou wouldest hide me in the grave, that thou wouldest keep me secret, until thy wrath be past, that thou wouldest appoint me a set time, and remember me! 14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come. 15 .Thou shalt call, and I will answer thee: thou wilt have a desire to the work of thine hands. 16 For now thou numberest my steps: dost thou not watch over my sin? 17 My transgression is sealed up in a bag, and thou sewest up mine iniquity. 18 And surely the mountain falling cometh to nought, and the rock is removed out of his place. 19 The waters wear the stones: thou washest away the things which grow out of the dust of the earth ; and thou destroyest the hope of man. 20 Thou prevailest for ever against him, and he passeth: thou changest his countenance, and sendest him away. 21 His sons come to honour, and he knoweth it not; and they are brought low, but he perceiveth it not of them. 22 But his flesh upon him shall have pain, and his soul within him shall mourn. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 Eliphaz reproveth Job of impiety in justifying him- self. 17 He proveth by tradition the unquietness of wicked men. THEN answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said, 2 Should a wise man utter vain knowledge, and fill his belly with the east wind? 3 Should he reason with unprofitable talk? or with speeches wherewith he can do> no good? 4 Yea, thou castest off fear, and restrainest prayer before God. 5 For thy mouth uttereth thine iniquity, and thou choosest the tongue of the crafty. 6 Thine own mouth condemneth thee, and not I: yea, thine own lips testify against thee. 7 Art thou the first man that was born? or wast thou made before the hills? 8 Hast thou heard the secret of God? and dost thou restrain wisdom to thyself? 9 What knowest thon, that we know not? what understandest thou, which is not in us? 10 With us are both the grayheaded and very 394 &n Eliphaz reproveth Job. JOB, XVI. (16) Job reproveth his friends. aged men much elder than thy father. 11 Are the consolations of God small with thee? is there any secret thing with thee? 12 Why doth thine heart carry thee away? and what do thy eyes wink at, 13 That thou turnest thy spirit against God, and lettest such words go out of thy mouth? 14 What is man, that he should be clean? and he which is born of a woman, that he should be righteous? 15 Behold, he putteth no trust in his saints; yea, the heayens are not clean in his sight. 16 How much more abominable and filthy is man, which drinketh iniquity like water? 17 I will shew thee, hear me; and that which I haye seen I will declare; 18 Which wise men have told from their fathers, and have not hid it: 19 Unto whom alone the earth was giyen, and no stranger passed among them. 20 The wicked man travaileth with pain all his days, and the number of years is hidden to the op- pressor. 21 A dreadful sound is in his ears: in prosper- ity the destroyer shall come upon him. 22 He believeth not that he shall return out of darkness, and he is waited for of the sword. 23 He wandereth abroad for bread, saying, Where is it? he knoweth that the day of darkness is ready at his hand. 24 Trouble and anguish shall make him afraid ; they shall prevail against him, as a king ready to the battle. 25 For he stretcheth out his hand against God, and strengtheneth himself against the Almighty. 26 He runneth upon him, even on his neck, upon the thick bosses of his bucklers: 27 Because he covereth his face with his fat- ness, and maketh collops of fat on his flanks. 28 And he dwelleth in desolate cities, and in houses which no man inhabiteth, which are ready to become heaps. 29 He shall not be rich, neither shall his sub- stance continue, neither shall he prolong the per- fection, thereof upon 1he earth. 30 He shall not depart out of darkness; the flame shall dry up his branches, and by the breath of his mouth shall he go away. 31 Let not him that is deceived trust in vanity: for vanity shall be his recompence. 32 It shall be accomplished before his time, and his branch shall not be green. 33 He shall shake off his unripe grape as the yine, and shall cast off his flower as the olive. 34 For the congregation of hypocrites shall be desolate, and fire shall consume the tabernacles of bribery. 35 They conceive mischief, and bring forth van- ity, and their bellv prepareth deceit. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 Job reproveth his friends of unmercifulness. 7 He sheweth the pitifulness of his case. 17 He maintain- eth his innocency. THEN Job answered and said, 2 I have heard many such things: miserable comforters are ye all. 3 Shall vain words have an end? or what em- boldeneth thee that thou answerest? 4 I also could speak as ye do: if your soul were in my soul's stead, I could heap up words against you, and shake mine head at you. 5 But I would strengthen you with my mouth, and the moying of my lips should asswage your grief. 6 Though I speak, my grief is not asswaged: and though I forbear, what am I eased? 7 But now he hath made me weary: thou hast made desolate all my company. 8 And thou hast filled me with wrinkles, which is a witness against me: and my leanness rising up in me beareth witness to my face: 9 He teareth me in his wrath, who hateth me: he gnasheth upon me with his teeth; mine enemy sharpeneth his eyes upon me. 10 They have gaped upon me with their mouth; they have smitten me upon the cheek reproach- fully; thy have gathered themselves together against me. 11 God hath delivered me to the ungodly, and turned me over into the hands of the wicked. 12 I was at ease, but he hath broken me asun- der: he hath also taken me by my neck, and shaken me to pieces, and set me up for his mark. 13 His archers compass me round about, he cleaveth my reins asunder, and doth not spare; he poureth out my gall upon the ground. 14 He breaketh me with breach upon breach, he runneth upon me like a giant, 15 And I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust. 16 My face is foul with weeping, and on my eyelids is the shadow of death; 17 Not for any injustice in mine hands: also my prayer is pure. 18 O earth, cover not thou my blood, and let my cry have no place. 19 A Iso now, behold, my witness is in heaven, and nry record is on high. 20 My friends scorn me : but mine eye poureth out tears unto God. 21 O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man pleadeth for his neighbour! 22 When a few years are come, then I shall go the way whence I shall not return. CHAPTER XVH. (17) 1 Job appealeth from men to God. 6 The unmerciful dealing of men with the afflicted may astonish, but not discourage the righteous. 11 His hope is not in life, but in death. MY breath is corrupt, my days are extinct, the graves are ready for me. 2 Are there not mockers with me? and doth not mine eye continue in their provocation? 3 Lay down now, put me in a surety with thee ; who is he that will strike hands with me? 4 For thou hast hid their heart from under- standing: therefore shalt thou not exalt them. 5 He that speaketh flattery to his friends, even the eves of his children shall fail. 395 Job maintaineth his innocency. JOB, XVIII. (18) Job sheweth his great misery. 6 He hath made me also a byword of the peo- ple; and aforetime I was as a tabret. 7 Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members are as a shadow. 8 Upright men shall be astonied at this, and the innocent shall stir up himself against the hypocrite. 9 The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands shall be stronger and stronger. 10 But as for you all, ao ye return, and come now : for I cannot find one wise man among you. 11 My days are past, my purposes are broken off, even the thoughts of my heart. 12 They change the night into day the light is short because of darkness. 13 If I wait, the grave is mine house: I have made my bed in the darkness. 14 I have said to corruption, Thou art my father : to the worm, Thou art my mother, and my sister. 15 And where is now my hope? as for my hope, who shall see it? 16 They shall go down to the bars of the pit, when our rest together is in the dust. CHAPTER XVIII. (18) 1 Bildad reproveth Job of presumption and impatience. 5 The calamities of the wicked. THEN answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, 2 How long will it be ere ye make an end of words? mark, and afterwards we will speak. 3 Wherefore are we counted as beasts, and re- puted vile in your sight? 4 He teareth himself in his anger: shall the earth be forsaken for thee? and shall the rock be removed out of his place? 5 Yea, the light of the wicked shall be put out, and the spark of his fire shall not shine. 6 The light shall be dark in his tabernacle, and his candle shall be put out with him. 7 The steps of his strength shall be straitened, and his own counsel shall cast him down. 8 For he is cast into a net by his own feet, and he walketh upon a snare. 9 The gin shall take him by the heel, and the robber shall prevail against him. 10 The snare is laid for him in the ground, and a trap for him in the way. 11 Terrors shall make him afraid on every side, and shall drive him to his feet. 12 His strength shall be hungerbitten, and de- struction shall be ready at his side. 13 It shall devour the strength of his skin: even the firstborn of death shall devour his strength. 14 His confidence shall be rooted out of his tabernacle, and it shall bring him to the king of terrors. 15 It shall dwell in his tabernacle, because it is none of his: brimstone shall be scattered upon his habitation. 16 His roots shall be dried up beneath, and above shall his branch be cut off. 17 His remembrance shall perish from the earth, and he shall have no name in the street. 18 He shall be driven from light into darkness, and chased out of the world. 19 He shall neither have son nor nephew among his people, nor any remaining in his dwel- lings. 20 They that come after him shall be astonied at his day, as they that went before were af- frighted'. 21 Surely such are the dwellings of the wicked, and this is the place of him that knoweth not God. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 Job, complaining of his friends' cruelty, sheweth there is misery enough in him to feed their cruelty. 21,28 He craveth pity. 23 He believeth the resurrection. THEN Job answered and said, 2 How long will ye vex my soul, and break me in pieces with words? 3 These ten times have ye reproached me: ye are not ashamed that ye make yourselves strange to me. 4 And be it indeed that I have erred, mine er- ror remaineth with myself. 5 If indeed ye will magnify yourselves against me, and plead against me my reproach: 6 Know now that God hath overthrown me, and hath compassed me with his net. 7 Behold, I cry out of wrong, but I am not heard: I cry aloud, but there is no judgment. 8 He hath fenced up my way that I cannot pass, and he hath set darkness in my paths. 9 He hath stripped me of my glory, and taken the crown from my head. 10 He hath destroyed me on every side, and I am gone: and mine hope hath he removed like a tree. 11 He hath also kindled his wrath against me, and he counteth me unto him as one of his ene- mies. 12 His troops come together, and raise up their way against me, and encamp round about my tabernacle. 13 He hath put my brethren far from me, and mine acquaintance are verily estranged from me. 14 My kinsfolk have failed, and my familiar friends have forgotten me. 15 They that dwell in mine house, and my maids, count me for a stranger: I am an alien in their sight. 16 I called my servant, and he gave me no answer; I intreated him with my mouth. 17 My breath is strange to my wife, though I intreated for the children's sake of mine own body. 18 Yea, young children despised me; I arose, and they spake against me. 19 All my inward friends abhorred me: and they whom I loved are turned against me. 20 My bone cleaveth to my skin and to my flesh, and I am escaped with the skin of my teeth. 21 Have pity upon me, have pity upon me, O ye my friends; for the hand of God hath touched me. 22 Why do ye persecute me as God, and are not satisfied with my flesh? 390 The 'portion of the wicked. JOB, XX. (20) a) Sometimes the wicked prosper. 23 Oh that my words were now written! oh that they were printed in a book ! 24 That they were graven with an iron pen and lead in the rock for ever! 25 For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth: 26 And though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God: 27 Whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another; though my reins be consumed within me. 28 But ye should say, Why persecute we him, seeing the root of the matter is found in me? 29 Be ye afraid of the sword: for wrath bring- eth the punishments of the sword, that ye may know there is a judgment. CHAPTER XX. (20) Zophar sheweth the state and portion of the wicked. THEN answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said, 2 Therefore do my thoughts cause me to answer, and for this I make haste. 3 I have heard the check of my reproach, and the spirit of my understanding causeth me to answer. 4 Knoweth thou not this of old, since man was placed upon earth, 5 That the triumphing of the wicked is short, and the joy of the hypocrite but for a moment? 6 Though his excellency mount up to the heavens, and his head reach unto the clouds; 7 Yet he shall perish for ever like his own dung: they which have seen him shall say, Where is he? 8 He shall fly away as a dream, and shall not be found yea, he shall be chased away as a vision of the night. 9 The eye also which saw him shall see him no more; neither shall his place any more behold him. 10 His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods. 11 His bones are full of the sin of his youth, which shall lie down with him in the dust. 12 Though wickedness be sweet in his mouth, though he hide it under his tongue; 13 Though he spare it, and forsake it not; but keep it still within his mouth: 14 Yet his meat in his bowels is turned, it is the gall of asps within him. 15 He hath swallowed down riches, and he shall vomit them up again: God shall cast them out of his belly. 16 He shall suck the poison of asps: the viper's tongue shall slay him. 17 He shall not see the rivers, the floods, the brooks of honey and butter. 18 That which he laboured for shall he restore, and shall not swallow it down: according to his substance shall the restitution be, and he shall not rejoice therein. 19 Because he hath oppressed and hath for- saken the poor; because he hath violently taken away an house which he builded not; 20 Surely he shall not feel quietness in his bel- ly, he shall not save of that which he desired. 21 There shall none of his meat be left; there- fore shall no man look for his goods. 22 In the fulness of his sufficiency he shall be in straits: every hand of the wicked shall come upon him. 23 When he is about to fill his belly, God shall cast the fury of his wrath upon him, and shall rain it upon him while he is eating. 24 He shall Hee from the iron weapon, and the bow of steel shall strike him through. 25 It is drawn, and cometh out of the body; yea, the glittering sword cometh out of his gall: terrors are upon him. 26 All darkness shall be hid in his secret places: a fire not blown shall consume him; it shall go ill with him that is left in his tabernacle. 27 The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him. 28 The increase of his house shall depart, and his goods shall flow away in the day of his wrath. 29 This is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed unto him by God. CHAPTER XXL (21) 1 Job sheweth that even in the judgment of man he tiath reason to be grieved. 7 Sometimes the wicked do so prosper, as they despise God. 16 Sometimes their destruction is manifest. 22 The happy and unnappy are alike in death. 27 The judgment of the wicked is in another world. BUT Job answered and said, 2 Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your consolations. 3 Suffer me that I may speak; and after that I have spoken, mock on. 4 As for me, is my complaint to man? and if it were so, why should not my spirit be troubled? 5 Mark me, and be astonished, and lay your hand upon your mouth. 6 Even when I remember I am afraid, and trembling taketh hold on my flesh. 7 Wherefore do the wicked live, become old, yea, are mighty in power? 8 Their seed is established in their sight with them, and their offspring before their eyes. 9 Their houses are safe from fear, neither is the rod of God upon them. 10 Their bull gendereth, and f aileth not ; their cow calveth, and casteth not her calf. 11 They send forth their little ones like a flock, and their children dance. 12 They take the timbrel and harp, and rejoice at the sound of the organ. 13 They spend their days in wealth, and in a moment go down to the grave. 14 Therefore they say unto God, Depart from us; for we desire not the knowledge of thy ways. 15 What is the Almighty, that we should serve him? and what profit should we have, if we pray nnto him? 16 Lo, their good is not in their hand: the coun» sel of the wicked is far from me. 397 O'a d+3 _^ -d o 2 "" 03 o *^ CO £ ;o »tJ w p O o ^°d-d K 02 O OJ 02 P ~ P *3 o p-e o J4 d .O 0) +■> P. J2 i*^ OJ tl 02 CD d bu rt- p •— > P © P y. © - r- z. - a p 7" 2 p p © C -*- n 5 P - < IB r m c IB EE X < o mi ^ z It 09 r - (D z 3 ID B — n -i P < rt A < — ID p — »j «3 P d &© i-l — © 39 — - IT] ■a — . * IB ID 2 P ts — IB © — - •r. ~ PC — U — h rd executeth righteousness and judg- ment for all that are oppressed. 7 He made known his ways unto Moses, his acts unto the children of Israel. 8 The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. 9 He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever. 10 He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. 11 For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him. 12 As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us. 13 Like as a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him. 14 For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust. 15 As for man, his days are as grass: as a flower of the field, so he flourisheth. 16 For the wind passeth over it, and it is gone; and the place thereof shall know it no more. 17 But the mercy of the Lord is from everlast- ing to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children; 18 To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them. 19 The Lord hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all. 20 Bless the Lord, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word. 21 Bless ye the Lord, all ye his hosts; ye minis- ters of his, that do his pleasure. 22 Bless the Lord, all his works in all places of his dominion : bless the Lord, O my soul. PSALM CIV. (104) 1 A meditation upon the mighty power, 7 and wonder- ful providence of God. 31 God's glory is eternal. 33 The prophet voweth perpetually to praise God. BLESS the Lord, O my soul. O Lord my God, thou art very great; thou art clothed with honour and majesty. 2 Who coverest thyself with light as with a garment: who stretchest out the heavens like a curtain: 3 Who layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters: who maketh the clouds his chariot: who walketh upon the wings of the wind: 4 Who maketh his angels spirits ; his ministers a flaming fire: 5 Who laid the foundations of the earth, that it should not be removed for ever. 6 Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment: the waters stood above the mountains. 7 At thy rebuke they fled; at the voice of thy thunder they hasted away. 8 They go up by the mountains ; they go down by the valleys unto the place which thou hast founded for them. 9 Thou hast set a bound that they may not pass over; that they turn not again to cover the earth. 10 He sendeth the springs into the valleys, which run among the hills. 11 They give drink to every beast of the field: the wild asses quench their thirst. 12 By them shall the fowls of the heaven have their habitation, which sing among the branches. 13 He watereth the hills from his chambers: 444 Lit Exhortation to praise God. PSALMS, CV. (105) God's merciful providence. the earth is satisfied with the fruit of thy works. 14 He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle, and herb for the service of man: that he may bring forth food out of the earth; 15 And wine that maketh glad the heart of man, and oil to make his face to shine, and bread which strengtheneth man's heart. 16 The trees of the Lord are full of sap; the cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted; 17 Where the birds make their nests: as for the stork, the fir trees are her house. 18 The high hills are a refuge for the wild goats; and the rocks for the conies. 19 He appointed the moon for seasons: the sun knoweth his going down. 20 Thou makest darkness, and it is night: wherein all the beasts of the forest do creep forth. 21 The young lions roar after their prey, and seek their meat from God. 22 The sun ariseth, they gather themselves to- gether, and lay them down in their dens. 23 Man goeth forth unto his work and to his labour until the evening. 24 O Lord, how manifold are thy works! in wis- dom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches. 25 So in this great and wide sea, wherein are things creeping innumerable, both small and great beasts. 26 There go the ships: there is that leviathan, whom thou hast made to play therein. 27 These wait all upon thee; that thou may est give them their meat in due season. 28 That thou givest them they gather: thou openest thine hand, they are filled with good. 29 Thou hidest thy face, they are troubled: thou takest away their breath, they die, and re- turn to their dust. 30 Thou sendest forth thy spirit, they are created : and thou renewest the face of the earth. 31 The glory of the Lord shall endure for ever: the Lord shall rejoice in his works. 32 He looketh on the earth, and it trembleth: he toucheth the hills, and they smoke. 33 I will sing unto the Lord as long as I live: I will sing praise to my God while I have my be- ing. 34 My meditation of him shall be sweet : I will be glad in the Lord. 35 Let the sinners be consumed out of the earth, and let the wicked be no more. Bless thou the Lord, O my soul. Praise ye the Lord. PSALM CV. (105) 1 An exhortation to praise God, and to seek out his works. 7 The story of God's providence over Abra- ham, 16 over Joseph, 23 over Jacob in Egypt, 20 over Moses delivering the Israelites, 37 over the Israelites brought out of Egypt, fed in the wilderness and planted In Canaan. OGIVE thanks unto the Lord; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. 2 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works. 3 Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the Lord. 4 Seek the Lord, and his strength: seek his face evermore. 5 Kemember his marvellous works that he hath done; his wonders, and the judgments of his mouth; 6 O ye seed of Abraham his servant, ye children of Jacob his chosen. 7 He is the Lord our God: his judgments are in all the earth. 8 He hath remembered his covenant for ever, the Avord which he commanded to' a thousand generations. 9 Which covenant he made with Abraham, and his oath unto Isaac; 10 And confirmed the same unto Jacob for a law, and to Israel for an everlasting covenant: 11 Saying, Unto thee will I give the land of Caanan, the lot of your inheritance: 12 When they were but a few men in number ; yea, very few, and strangers in it. 13 When they went from one nation to another, from one kingdom to> another people; 14 He suffered no man to do them wrong: yea, he reproved kings for their sakes; 15 Saying, Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm. 16 Moreover he called for a famine upon the land: he brake the whole staff of bread. 17 He sent a man before them, even Joseph, who was sold for a servant: 18 Whose feet they hurt with fetters: he was laid in iron: 19 Until the time that his word came: the word of the Lord tried him. 20 The king sent and loosed him ; even the ruler of the people, and let him go free. 21 He made him lord of his house, and ruler of all his substance: 22 To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom. 23 Israel also came into Egypt; and Jacob sojourned in the land of Ham. 24 And he increased his people greatly; and made them stronger than their enemies. 25 He turned their heart to hate his people, to deal subtilly with his servants. 26 He sent Moses his servant; and Aaron whom he had chosen. 27 They shewed his signs among them, and wonders in the land of Ham. 28 He sent darkness, and made it dark; and they rebelled not against his word. 29 He turned their waters into blood, and slew their fish. 30 Their land brought forth frogs in abund- ance, in the chambers of their kings. 31 He spake, and there came divers sorts of flies, and lice in all their coasts. 32 He gave them hail for rain, and flaming fire in their land. 33 He smote their vines also and their fig trees; and brake the trees of their coasts. 34 He spake, and the locusts came, and cater- pillers, and that without number, 445 Exhortation to praise God. PSALMS, CVI, (106) God's great mercy. 35 And did eat up all the herbs in their land, and devoured the fruit of their ground. 36 He suiote also all the firstborn in their land, the chief of all their strength. 37 He brought them forth also with silver and gold: and there was not one feeble person among their tribes. 38 Egypt was glad when they departed: for the fear of them fell upon them. 39 He spread a cloud for a covering; and fire to give light in the night. 40 The people asked, aud he brought quails, and satisfied them with the bread of heaven. 41 He opened the rock, and the waters gushed out; they ran in the dry places like a river. 42 For he remembered his holy promise, and Abraham his servant. 43 And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness: 44 And gave them the lands of the heathen: and they inherited the labour of the people; 45 That they might observe his statutes, and keep his laws. Praise ye the Lord. PSALM CVI. (106) 1 The psalmist exhorteth to praise God. 4 He prayeth for pardon of sin, as God did with the fathers. 7 The story of the people's rebellion, and God's mercy. 47 He concludeth with prayer and praise. PEAISE ye the Lord. O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good: for his mercy en* dureth for ever. 2 Who can utter the mighty acts of the Lord? who can shew forth all his praise? 3 Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth righteousness at all times. 4 Remember me, O Lord, with the favour that thou bearest unto thy people: O visit me with thy salvation; 5 That I may see the good of thy chosen, that I may rejoice in the gladness of thy nation, that I may glory with thine inheritance. 6 We have sinned with our fathers, we have committed iniquity, we have done wickedly. 7 Our fathers understood not thy wonders in Egypt; they remembered not the multitude of thy mercies ; but provoked him at the sea, even at the Red sea. 8 Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known. 9 He rebuked the Red sea also, and it was dried up: so he led them through the depths, as through the wilderness. 10 And he saved them from the hand of him that hated them, and redeemed them from the hand of the enemy. 11 And the waters covered their enemies : there was not one of them left. 12 Then believed they his words ; they sang his praise. 13 They soon forgat his works; they waited not for his counsel : 14 But lusted exceedingly in the wilderness^ and tempted God in the desert. 15 And he gave them their request; but sent leanness into their soul. 16 They envied Moses also in the camp, and Aaron the saint of the Lord. 17 The earth opened and swallowed up Dathan, and covered the company of Abiram. 18 And a fire was kindled in their, company; the flame burned up the wicked. 19 They made a calf in Horeb, and worshipped the molten image. 20 Thus they changed their glory into the similitude of an ox that eateth grass. 21 They forgat God their saviour, which had done great things in Egypt; 22 Wondrous works in the land of Ham, and terrible things by the Red sea. 23 Therefore he said that he would destroy them, had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the breach, to turn away his wrath, lest he should destroy them. 24 Yea, they despised the pleasant land, they believed not his word : 25 But murmured in their tents, and heark- ened not unto the voice of the Lord. 26 Therefore he lifted up his hand against them, to overthrow them in the wilderness: 27 To overthrow their seed also among the na- tions, and to scatter them in the lands. 28 They joined themselves also unto Baal-peor, and ate the sacrifices of the dead. 29 Thus they provoked him to anger with their inventions : and the plague brake in upon them. 30 Then stood up Phinehas, and executed judg- ment : and so the plague was stayed. 31 And that was counted unto him for right- eousness unto all generations for evermore. 32 They angered him also at the waters of strife, so that it went ill with Moses for their sakes: 33 Because they provoked his spirit, so that he spake unadvisedly with his lips. 34 They did not destroy the nations, concern- ing whom the Lord commanded them: 35 But were mingled among the heathen, and learned their works. 36 And they served their idols: which were a snare unto them. 37 Yea, they sacrificed their sons and their daughters unto devils, 38 And shed innocent blood, even the blood of their sons and of their daughters, whom they sacrificed unto the idols of Canaan: and the land was polluted with blood. 39 Thus were they defiled with their own works, and went a whoring with their own in- ventions. 40 Therefore was the wrath of the Lord kin- dled against his people, insomuch that he ab- horred his own inheritance. 41 And he gave them into the hand of the heathen; and they that hated them ruled over them. 42 Their enemies also oppressed them, and they were brought into subjection under their hand. 43 Many times did he deliver them; but they provoked him with their counsel, and were 446 Hia manifold proviaence in PSALMS, CVIL (107) divers varieties of life. brought low for their iniquity. 44 ^Nevertheless he regarded their affliction, when he heard their cry: 45 And he remembered for them his covenant, and repented according to the multitude of his mercies. 46 He made them also to be pitied of all those that carried them captives. 47 Save us, O Lord our God, and gather us from among the heathen, to give thanks unto thy holy name, and to triumph in thy praise. 48 Blessed be the Lord God of Israel from ever- lasting to everlasting: and let all the people say, Amen. Praise ye the Lord. PSALM CYH. (107") 1 The psalmist exhorteth the redeemed, in praising God, to observe his manifold providence, 4 over travellers, 10 over captives, IT over sick men, 23 over seamen, 33 and in divers varieties of life. OGIVE thanks unto the Lord, for he is good : for his mercy endureth for ever. 2 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy ; 3 And gathered them out of the lands, from the east, and from the west, from the north, and from the south. 4 They wandered in the wilderness in a solitary way ; they found no city to dwell in. 5 Hungry and thirsty, their soul fainted in them. 6 Then they cried unto the Lord in their trou- ble, and he delivered them out of their distresses. 7 And he led them forth by the right way, that they might go to a city of habitation. 8 Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! 9 For he satisfleth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness. 10 Such as sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, being bound in affliction and iron; 11 Because they rebelled against the words of God, and contemned the counsel of the most High: 12 Therefore he brought down their heart with labour: they fell down, and there was none to help. 13 Then they cried unto the Lord in their trou- ble, and he saved them out of their distresses. 11 He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death, and brake their bands in sun- der. 15 Oh that men would praise the Lord for. his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! 16 For he hath broken the gates of brass, and cut the bars of iron in sunder. 17 Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted. 18 Their soul abhorreth all manner of meat; and they draw near unto the gates of death. 19 Then they cry unto the Lord in their trou- ble, and he saveth them out of their distresses. 20 He sent his word, and healed them, and de- livered them from their destructions. 21 Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the chil- dren of men! 22 And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoic- ing. 23 They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters; 24 These see the works of the Lord, and his wonders in the deep. 25 For he commandeth, and raiseth the stormy wind, which lifteth up the waves thereof. 26 They mount up to the heaven, they go down again to the depths: their soul is melted because of trouble. 27 They reel to and fro, and stagger like a drunken man, and are at their wit's end. 28 Then they cry unto the Lord in their trou- ble, and he bringeth them out of their distresses. •29 He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still. 30 Then are they glad because they be quiet; so he bringeth them unto their desired haven. 31 Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the chil- dren of men! 32 Let them exalt him also in the congregation of the people, and praise him in the assembly of the elders. 33 He turneth rivers into a wilderness, and the watersprings into dry ground; 34 A fruitful land into barrenness, for the wickedness of them that dwell therein. 35 He turneth the wilderness into a standing water, and dry ground into watersprings. 36 And there he maketh the hungry to dwell, that they may prepare a city for habitation; 37 And sow the fields, and plant vineyards, which may yield fruits of increase. 38 He blesseth them also, so that they are multiplied greatly; and suffereth not their cattle to decrease. 39 Again, they are minished and brought low through oppression, affliction, and sorrow. 40 He poureth contempt upon princes, and causeth them to wander in the wilderness, where there is no way. 41 Yet setteth he the poor on high from afflic- tion, and maketh him families like a flock. 42 The righteous shall see it, and rejoice: and all iniquity shall stop her mouth. 43 Whoso is wise, and will observe these things, even they shall understand the loving- kindness of the Lord. PSALM CVTH. (108) 1 David encourageth himself to praise God. 5 He pray- eth for God's assistance according to his promise. 11 His confidence in God's help. A Song or Psalm of David. OGOD, my heart is fixed ; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory. 2 Awake, psaltery and harp: I myself will awake early. 3 I will praise thee, O Lord, among the people: 447 David devoteth his enemies. PSALMS, CIX. (109) Christ's kingdom predicted. and I will sing praises unto thee among the nations. 4 For thy mercy is great above the heavens: and thy truth reacheth unto the clouds. 5 Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens: and thy glory above all the earth; 6 That thy beloved may be delivered : save with thy right hand, and answer me. 7 God hath spoken in his holiness; I will re- joice, I will divide Shechem, and mete out the valley Succoth. 8 Gilead is mine; Manasseh is mine; Ephraim also is the strength of mine head; Judah is my lawgiver; 9 Moab is my washpot; over Edom will I cast out my shoe; over Philistia will I triumph. 10 Who will bring me into the strong city? who will lead me into Edom? 11 Wilt not thou, O God, who hast cast us off? and wilt not thou, O God, go forth with our hosts? 12 Give us help from trouble: for vain is the help of man. 13 Through God we shall do valiantly: for he it is that shall tread down our enemies. PSALM CIX. (109) 1 David, complaining of his slanderous enemies, under the person of Judas devoteth them. 16 He sheweth their sin. 21 Complaining of his own misery, he pray- eth for help. 29 He promiseth thankfulness. To the chief Musician, a Psalm of David. HOLD not thy peace, O God of my praise; 2 For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful are opened against me: they have spoken against me with a lying tongue. 2 They compassed me about also with words of hatred; and fought against me without a cause. 4 For my love they are my adversaries: but 1 give myself unto prayer. 5 And they have rewarded me evil for good, and hatred for my love, 6 Set thou a wicked man over him: and let Satan stand at his right hand. 7 When he shall be judged, let him be con- demned : and let his prayer become sin. 8 Let his davs be few ; and let another take his office. 9 Let his children be fatherless, and his wife a widow. 10 Let his children be continually vagabonds, and beg: let them seek their bread also out of their desolate places. 11 Let the extortioner catch all that he hath; and let the strangers spoil his labour. 12 Let there be none to extend mercy unto him : neither let there be any to favour his fatherless children. 13 Let his posterity be cut off; and in the gen- eration following let their name be blotted out. 14 Let the iniquity of his fathers be remem- bered with the Lord; and let not the sin of his mother be blotted out. 15 Let them be before the Lord continually, that he may cut off the memory of them from the earth. 16 Because that he remembered not to shew mercy, but persecuted the poor and needy man, that he might even slay the broken in heart. 17 As he loved cursing, so let it come unto him : as he delighted not in blessing, so let it be far from him. 18 As he clothed himself with cursing like as with his garment, so let it come into his bowels like water, and like oil into his bones. 19 Let it be unto him as the garment which covereth him, and for a girdle wherewith he is girded continually. 20 Let this be the reward of niijie adversaries from the Lord, and of them that speak evil against my souL 21 But do thou for me, O God the Lord, for thy name's sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me. 22 For I am poor and needy, and my heart is wounded within me. 23 I am gone like the shadow when it de- clineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust. 24 My knees are weal?; through fasting; and my flesh faileth' of fatness. 25 I became also a reproach unto' them : when they looked upon me they shaked their heads. 26 Help me, O Lord my God: O save me accord- ing to thy mercy: 27 That they may know that this is thy hand; that thou, Lord, hast done it. 28 Let them curse, but bless thou: when they arise, let them be ashamed; but let thy servant rejoice. 29 Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own con- fusion, as with a mantle. 30 I will greatly praise the Lord with my mouth; yea, I will praise him among the multi- tude. 31 For he shall stand at the right hand of the poor, to save him from those that condemn his soul. PSALM CX. (110) 1 The kingdom, 4 the priesthood, 5 the conquest, 7 and the passion of Christ. A Psalm of David. THE Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool. 2 The Lord shall send the rod of thy strength out of Zion: rule thoti in the midst of thine ene- mies. 3 Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power, in the beauties of holiness from the womb of the morning: thou hast the dew of thy youth. 4 The Lord hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek. 5 The Lord at thy right hand shall strike through kings in the day of his wrath. 6 He shall judge among the heathen, he shall fill the places with the dead bodies; he shall wound the heads over many countries. 7 He shall drink of the brook in the way: there- fore shall he lift up the head. 448 >7 thee. 13 For thou hast possessed my reins : thou hast covered me in my mother's womb. 14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well. 457 David dejieth the wicked. PSALMS, CXL. (140) He prayeth for sincerity. 15 My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret, and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the earth. 16 Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them. 17 How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! how great is the sum of them! 18 If I should count them, they are more in number than the sand: when I awake, I am still with thee. 19 Surely thou wilt slay the wicked, O God: depart from me therefore, ye bloody men. 20 For they speak against thee wickedly, and thine enemies take thy name in vain. 21 Do not I hate them, O Lord, that hate thee? and am not I grieved with those that rise up against thee? 22 I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies. 23 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: 24 And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. PSALM CXL. (140) 1 David prayeth to be delivered from Saul and Doeg. 8 He prayeth against them. 12 He comforteth him- self by confidence in God. To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. DELIVER me, O Lord, from the evil man : pre- serve me from the violent man; 2 Which imagine mischiefs in their heart ; con- tinually are they gathered together for war. 3 They have sharpened their tongues like a ser- pent; adders' poison is under their lips. Selah. 4 Keep me, O Lord, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from the violent man; who have purposed to overthrow my goings. 5 The proud have hid a snare for me, and cords ; they have spread a net by the wayside; they have set gins for me. Selah. 6 I said unto the Lord, Thou art my God: hear the voice of my supplications, O Lord. 7 O God the Lord, the strength of my salva- tion, thou hast covered my head in the day of battle. 8 Grant not, O Lord, the desires of the wicked : further not his wicked device; lest they exalt themselves. Selah. 9 As for the head of those that compass me about, let the mischief of their own lips cover them. 10 Let burning coals fall upon them: let them be cast into the fire ; into deep pits, that they rise not up again. 11 Let not an evil speaker be established in the earth: evil shall hunt the violent man to over- throw him. 12 I know that the Lord will maintain the cause of the afflicted, and the right of the poor. 13 Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence. PSALM OXLI. (141) 1 David prayeth that his suit may be aceptable, 3 his conscience sincere, 7 and his life safe from snares. A Psalm of David. OED, I cry unto thee: make haste unto me; give ear unto my voice, when I cry unto thee. 2 Let my prayer be set forth before thee as in- cense; and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice. 3 Set a watch, O Lord, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips/ 4 Incline not my heart to any evil thing, to practise wicked works with men that work in- iquity : and let me not eat of their dainties. 5 Let the righteous smite me ; it shall be a kind- ness: and let him reprove me; it shall be an ex- cellent oil, which shall not break my head: for yet my prayer also shall be in their calamities. 6 When their judges are overthrown in stony places, they shall hear my words; for they are sweet. 7 Our bones are scattered at the grave's mouth, as when one cutteth and cleaveth wood upon the earth. 8 But mine eyes are unto thee, O God the Lord: in thee is my trust ; leave not my soul destitute. 9 Keep me from the snares which they have laid for me, and the gins of the workers of in- iquity. 10 Let the wicked fall into their own nets, whilst that I withal escape. PSALM CXLII. (142) David sheweth that in his trouble all his comfort was in prayer unto God. Maschil of David; A Prayer when he was in the cave. I CRIED unto the Lord with my' voice; with my voice unto the Lord did I make my sup« plication. 2 I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble. 3 When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, then thou knewest my path. In the way wherein I walked have they privily laid a snare for me. 4 I looked on my right hand, and beheld, but there was no man that would know me: refuge failed me; no man cared for my soul. 5 I cried unto thee, O Lord: I said, Thou art my refuge and my portion in the land of the living. 6 Attend unto my cry; for I am brought very low: deliver me from my persecutors; for they are stronger than I. 7 Bring my soul out of prison, that I may praise thy name: the righteous shall compass me about ; for thou shalt deal bountifully with me. PSALM CXLIII. (143) 1 David prayeth for favour in judgment. 3 He com- plaineth of his griefs. 5 He strengthened his faith by meditation and prayer. 7 He prayeth for grace, 9 for deliverance, 10 for sanctification, 12 for destruction of his enemies. 458 David blesseth God, and PSALMS, CXLIV. (144) extolleth his goodness. A Psalm of David. HEAR my prayer, Lord, give ear to my sup plications: in thy faithfulness answer me, and in thy righteousness. 2 And enter not into judgment with thy ser- vant: for in thy sight shall no man living be justified. 3 For the enemy hath persecuted my soul; he hath smitten my life down to the ground; he hath made me to dwell in darkness, as those that have been long dead. 4 Therefore is my spirit overwhelmed within me; my heart within me is desolate. 5 I remember the days of old ; I meditate on all thy works; I muse on the work of thy hands. 6 I stretch forth my hands unto thee.: my soul thirsteth after thee, as a thirsty land. Selah. 7 Hear me speedily, O Lord: my spirit faileth: hide not thy face from me, lest I be like unto them that go down into the pit. 8 Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust : cause me to know the way wherein I should walk ; for I lift up my soul unto thee. 9 Deliver me, O Lord, from mine enemies: I flee unto thee to hide me. 10 Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God: thy spirit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness. 11 Quicken me, O Lord, for thy name's sake : for thy righteousness' sake bring my soul out of trouble. 12 And of thy mercy cut off mine enemies, and destroy all them that afflict my soul : for I am thy servant. PSALM CXLIV. (144) 1 David blesseth God for his mercy both to him and to man. 5 He prayeth that God would powerfully deliver him from his enemies. 9 He promiseth to praise God. 11 He prayeth for the happy state of the Kingdom. A Psalm of David. BLESSED be the Lord my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight : 2 My goodness, and my fortress; my high tower, and my deliverer; my shield, and he in whom I trust ; who subdueth my people under me. 3 Lord, what is man. that thou takest knowl- edge of him! or the son of man, that thou makest account of him! 4 Man is like to vanity: his days are as a shadow that passeth away. 5 Bow thy heavens, O Lord, and come down: touch the mountains, and they shall smoke. 6 Cast forth lightning, and scatter them : shoot out thine arrows, and destroy them. 7 Send thine hand from above ; rid me, and de- liver me out of great waters, from the hand of strange children; 8 Whose mouth speaketh vanity, and their right hand is a right hand of falsehood. 9 I will sing a new song unto thee, O God: upon a psaltery and an instrument of ten strings will I sing praises unto thee. 10 It is he that giveth salvation unto kings: who delivereth David his servant from the hurtful sword. 11 Rid me, and deliver me from the hand of strange children, whose mouth speaketh vanity, and their right hand is a right hand of falsehood: 12 That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth ; that our daughters may be as cor- ner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace: 13 That our garners may be full, affording all manner of store: that our sheep may bring forth thousands and ten thousands in our streets: 14 That our oxen may be strong to labour; that there be no breaking in, nor going out ; that there be no complaining in our streets. 15 Happy is that people, that is in such a case: yea, happy is that people, whose God is the Lord. PSALM CXLV. (145) 1 David praiseth God for his fame, 8 for his goodness, 11 for his kingdom, 14 for his providence, 17 for his saving mercy. David's Psalm of praise. I WILL extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever. 2 Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever. 3 Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised ; and his greatness is unsearchable. 4 One generation shall praise thy works to an- other, and shall declare thy mighty acts. 5 I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty, and of thy wonderous works. 6 And men shall speak of the might of thy ter- rible acts : and I will declare thy greatness. 7 They shall abundantly utter the memory of thy great goodness, and shall sing of thy right- eousness. 8 The Lord is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. 9 The Lord is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works. 10 All thy works shall praise thee, O Lord; and thy saints shall bless thee. 11 They shall speak of the glory of thy king- dom, and talk of thy power; 12 To make known to the sons of men his mighty acts, and the glorious majesty of his king- dom. 13 Thy kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and thy dominion endureth throughout all genera- tions. 14 The Lord upholdeth all that fall, and rais- eth up all those that be bowed down. 15 The eyes of all wait upon thee; and thou givest them their meat in due season. 16 Thou openest thine hand, and satisfiest the desire of every living thing. 17 The Lord is righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works. 18 The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth. 19 He will fulfil the desire of them that fear 459 The prophet exhorteth PSALMS, CXLVI. (14G) to praise God. him: he also will hear their cry, and will save them. 20 The Lord preserveth all them that love him : but all the wicked will he destroy. 21 My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord: and let all flesh bless his holy name for ever and ever. PSALM CXLVI. (146) 1 The psalmist voweth perpetual praises to God. 3 He exhorteth not to trust in man. 5 God, for his power, justice, mercy, and kingdom, is only worthy to be trusted. P RAISE ye the Lord. Praise the Lord, O my soul. 2 While I live will I praise the Lord: I will sing praises unto my God while I have any being. 3 Put not your trust in princes, nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. 4 His breath goeth forth, he returneth to his earth ; in that very day his thoughts perish. 5 Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the Lord his God: 6 Which made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that therein is: which keepeth truth for ever: 7 Which executeth judgment for the op- pressed: which giveth food to the hungry. The Lord looseth the prisoners: 8 The Lord openeth the eyes of the blind: the Lord raiseth them that are bowed down : the Lord loveth the righteous: 9 The Lord preserveth the strangers; he re- lieveth the fatherless and widow; but the way of the wicked he turneth upside down. 10 The Lord shall rei^n for ever, even thy God, Zion, unto all generations. Praise ye the Lord. PSALM CXLVII. (147) 1 The prophet exhorteth to praise God for his care of the church, 4 his power, 6 and his mercy, 7 to praise him for his providence: 12 to praise him for his blessings upon the kingdom, 15 for his power over the meteors, 19 and for his ordinances in the church. RAISE ye the Lord: for it is good to sing praises unto our God ; for it is pleasant ; and praise is comely. 2 The Lord doth build up Jerusalem: he gath- ereth together the outcasts of Israel. 3 He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. 4 He telleth the number of the stars; he calleth them all by their names. 5 Great is our Lord, and of great power: his understanding is infinite. 6 The Lord lifteth up the meek: he casteth the wicked down to the ground. 7 Sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving; sing praise upon the harp unto our God: 8 Who covereth the heaven with clouds, who prepareth rain for the earth, who maketh grass to grow upon the mountains. 9 He giveth to the beast his food, and to the young ravens which cry. 10 He delighteth not in the strength of the horse : he taketh not pleasure in the legs of a man. 11 The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy. 12 Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem; praise thy God, O Zion. 13 For he hath strengthened the bars of thy gates; he hath blessed thy children within thee. 14 He maketh peace in thy borders, and fllleth thee with the finest of the wheat. 15 He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth: his word runneth very swiftly. 16 He giveth snow like wool : he scattereth the hoarfrost like ashes. 17 He casteth forth his ice like morsels: who can stand before his cold? 18 He sendeth out his word, and melteth them: he causeth his wind to blow, and the waters flow. 19 He sheweth his word unto Jacob, his statutes and his judgments unto Israel. 20 He hath not dealt so with any nation: and as for his judgments, they have not known them. Praise ye the Lord. PSALM CXLVIII. (148) 1 The psalmist exhorteth the celestial, 7 the terrestrial, 11 and the rational creatures to praise God. PRAISE ye the Lord. Praise ye the Lord from the heavens: praise him in the heights. 2 Praise ye him, all his angels: praise ye him, all his hosts. 3 Praise ye him, sun and moon : praise him, all ye stars of light. 4 Praise him, ye heavens of heavens, and ye waters that be above the heavens. 5 Let them praise the name of the Lord: for he commanded, and they were created. 6 He hath also stablished them for ever and ever: he hath made a decree which shall not pass. 7 Praise the Lord from the earth, ye dragons, and all deeps: 8 Fire, and hail; snow, and vapours; stormy wind fulfilling his word: 9 Mountains, and all hills; fruitful trees, and all cedars: 10 Beasts, and all cattle; creeping things, and flying fowl : 11 Kings of the earth, and all people; princes, and all judges of the earth: 12 Both young men, and maidens; old men, and children: 13 Let them praise the name of the Lord: for his name alone is excellent; his glory is above the earth and heaven. 14 He also exalteth the horn of his people, the praise of all his saints; even of the children of Israel, a people near unto him. Praise ye the Lord. PSALM CXLIX.'(149) 1 The prophet exhorteth to praise God for his love to the church, 5 and for that power which he hath given to the church. PRAISE ye the Lord. Sing unto the Lord a new song, and his praise in the congrega- tion of saints. '2 Let Israel rejoice in him that made him: let the children of Zion be joyful in their King. 3 Let them praise his name in the dance: let J ■460 V The use of the proverbs. PROVERBS, I. (1) Wisdom complaineth of contempt. them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp. 4 For the Lord taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation. 5 Let the saints be joyful 1 in glory: let them sing aloud upon their beds. 6 Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a twoedged sword in their hand; 7 To execute vengeance upon the heathen, and punishments upon the people; 8 To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron; 9 To execute upon them the judgment written: this honour have all his saints. Praise ye the Lord. PSALM CL. (150) 1 An exhortation to praise God, 3 with all kind of in- struments. P RAISE ye the Lord. Praise God in his sanctuary: praise him in the firmament of his power. 2 Praise him for his mighty acts: praise him according to his excellent greatness. 3 Praise him with the sound of the trumpet: praise him with the psaltery and harp. 4 Praise him with the timbrel and dance: praise him with stringed instruments and organs. 5 Praise him upon the loud cymbals: praise him upon the high sounding cymbals. 6 Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord. The Proverbs. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The use of the proverbs. 7 An exhortation to fear God, and believe his word. 10 To avoid the enticings of sinners. 20 Wisdom complaineth of her contempt. 24 She threatened! her contemners. THE proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel; 2 To know wisdom and instruction ; to perceive the words of understanding; 3 To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity; 4 To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. 5 A wise man will hear and will increase learn- ing; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels: 6 To understand a proverb and the interpre- tation; the words of the wise and their dark say- ings. 7 The fear cf the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and in- struction. 8 My son hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: 9 For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck . 10 My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not. 11 If they say, Come with us, let us lay wait for blood, let us lurk privily for the innocent with- out cause: 12 Let us swallow them up alive as the grave; and whole, as those that go down into the pit: 13 We shall find all precious substance, we shall fill our houses with spoil : 14 Cast in thy lot among us; let us all have one purse: 15 My son, walk not thou in the way with them; refrain thy foot from their path: 16 For their feet run to evil, and make haste to shed blood. 17 Surely in vain the net is spread in the sight of any bird. 18 And they lay wait for their own blood; they lurk privily for their own lives. 19 So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain ; which taketh away the life of the ov ners thereof. 20 Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets: 21 She crieth in the chief place of concourse, in the openings of the gates: in the city she uttereth her words, saying, 22 How long, ye simple ones, will ye love sim- plicity? and the scorners delight in their scorn- ing, and fools hate knowledge? 23 Turn you at my reproof : behold, I will pour out my spirit unto you, I will make known my words unto you. 24 Because I have called, and ye refused; I have stretched out my hand, and no man re- garded ; 25 But ye have set at nought all my counsel, and would none of my reproof: 26 I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when your fear cometh ; 27 When your fear cometh as desolation, and your destruction cometh as a whirlwind; when distress and anguish cometh upon you. 28 Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me: 29 For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the Lord: 30 They would none of my counsel: they de- spised all my reproof. 31 Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices. 32 For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall de- stroy them. 33 But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil. CHAPTER II. (2) . 1 Wisdom promiseth godliness to her children, 10 and safety from evil company, 20 and direction in good ways. _ 431 Wisdom promiseth godliness. PROVERBS, III. (3) Exhortation to obedience. MY son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; 2 So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding; 3 Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and lift- est up thy voice for understanding; 4 If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures; 5 Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God. 6 For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. 7 He layeth up sound wisdom for the right- eous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly. 8 He keepeth the paths of judgment, and pre- serveth the way of his saints. 9 Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yea, every good path. 10 When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; 11 Discretion shall preserve thee, understand- ing shall keep thee: 12 To deliver thee from the way of the evil man, from the man that speaketh f roward things ; 1? Who leave the paths of uprightness, to walk in the ways of darkness; 14 Who rejoice to do evil, and delight in the frowardness of the wicked; 15 Whose ways are crooked, and they froward in their paths: 16 To deliver thee from the strange woman, even from the stranger which flattereth with her words; 17 Which f orsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God. 18 For her house inclineth unto death, and her paths unto the dead. 19 None that go unto her return again, neither take they hold of the paths of life. 20 That thou mayest walk in the way of good men, and keep the paths of the righteous. 21 For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in it. 22 But the wicked shall be cut off from the earth, and the transgressors shall be rooted out of it. CHAPTER III. (3) 1 An exhortation to obedience, 5 to faith, 7 to mortifi- cation, 9 to devotion, 11 to patience. 13 The happy- gain of wisdom. 19 The power, 21 and the benefits of wisdom. 27 An exhortation to charitableness, 30 peaceableness, 31 and contentedness. 33 The cursed state of the wicked. MY son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments : 2 For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. 3 Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: 4 So shalt thou find favour and good under- standing in the sight of God and man. 5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shHl direct thy paths. 7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord, and depart from evil. 8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. 9 Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: 10 So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine. 11 My son/' despise not the chastening of the Lord; neither be weary of his correction: 12 For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth. 13 Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. 14 For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold. 15 She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be com- pared unto her. 16 Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour. 17 Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. 18 She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her. 19 The Lord by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens. 20 By his knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew. 21 My son, let not them depart from thine eyes: keep sound wisdom and discretion: 22 So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck. 23 Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble. 24 When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. 25 Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh. 26 For the Lord shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken. 27 Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do it. 28 Say not unto thy neighbour, Go, and come again, and to morrow I will give; when thou hast it by thee. 29 Devise not evil against thy neighbour, see- ing he dwelleth securely by thee. 30 Strive not with a man without cause, if he have done thee no harm. 31 Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose | none of his ways. 32 For the froward is abomination to the Lord: but his secret is with the righteous. 33 The curse of the Lord is in the house of the wicked: but he blesseth the habitation of the just. 34 Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly. 462 I Exhortation to faith. PROVERBS, IV. (4) Exhortation to wisdom. 35 The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Solomon, to persuade obedience, 3 sheweth what in- struction he had of his parents, 5 to study wisdom, 14 and to shun the path of the wicked. 20 He exhort- eth to faith, 23 and sanctification. HEAR, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. 2 For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. 3 For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. 4 He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my command- ments, and live. 5 Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not ; neither decline from the words of my mouth. 6 Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee. 7 Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get under- standing. 8 Exalt her, and she shall promote thee: she shall bring thee to honour, when thou dost em- brace her. 9 She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace: a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee. 10 Hear, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of thy life shall be many. 11 I have taught thee in the way of wisdom; I have led thee in right paths. 12 When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble. 13 Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is thy life. 14 Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men. 15 Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away. 16 For they sleep not, except they have done mischief; and their sleep is taken away, unless they cause some to fall. 17 For they eat the bread of wickedness, and drink the wine of violence. 18 But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the per- fect day. 19 The way of the wicked is as darkness: they know not at what they stumble. 20 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21 Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. 23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. 24 Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee. 25 Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. 26 Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. 27 Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Solomon exhorteth to the study of wisdom. 3 He sheweth the mischief of whoredom and riot. 15 He exhorteth to contentedness, liberality, and chastity. 22 The wicked are overtaken with their own sins. MY son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding: 2 That thou mayest regard discretion, and that thy lips may keep knowledge. 3 For the lips of a strange woman drop as an honeycomb, and her mouth is smoother than oil: 4 But her end is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a twoedged sword. 5 Her feet go down to death; her steps take hold on hell. 6 Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, that thou canst not know them. 7 Hear me now therefore, O ye children, and depart not from the words of my mouth. 8 Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house : 9 Lest thou give thine honour unto others, and thy years unto the cruel : 10 Lest strangers be filled with thy wealth; and thy labours be in the house of a stranger; 11 And thou mourn at the last, when thy flesh and thy body are consumed, 12 And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof ; 13 And have not obeyed the voice of my teach- ers, nor inclined mine ear to them that instructed me! 14 I was almost in all evil in the midst of the congregation and assembly. 15 Drink waters out of thine own cistern, and running waters out of thine own well. 16 Let thy fountains be dispersed abroad, and rivers of waters in the streets. 17 Let them be only thine own, and not strangers' with thee. 18 Let thy fountain be blessed: and rejoice with the wife of thy youth. 19 Let her be as the loving hind and pleasant rose; let her breasts satisfy thee at all times; and be thou ravished always with her love. 20 And why wilt thou, my son, be ravished with a strange woman, and embrace the bosom of a stranger? 21 For the ways of man are before the eyes of the Lord, and he pondereth all his goings. 22 His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins. 23 He shall die without instruction; and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 Against suretiship, 6 idleness, 12 and mischievousness. 16 Seven things hateful to 3od. 20 The blessings of obedience. 25 The mischiefs of whoredom. 403 The blessings of obedience. PROVERBS, VII. (7) He persuadeth to wisdom. MY son, if thou be surety for thy friend, if thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger, 2 Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth. 3 Do this now, my son, and deliver thyself, when thou art come into the hand of thy friend ; go, humble thyself, and make sure thy friend. 4 Give not sleep to thine eyes, nor slumber to thine eyelids. 5 Deliver thyself as a roe from the hand of the hunter, and as a bird from the hand of the fowler. 6 Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: 7 Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler, 8 Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest. 9 How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? when wilt thou arise out of thy sleep? 10 Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep: 11 So shall thy poverty come as one that travel- leth, and thy want as an armed man. 12 A naughty person, a wicked man, walketh with a froward mouthl 13 He winketh with his eyes, he speaketh with his feet, he teacheth with his fingers ; 14 Frowardness is in his heart, he deviseth mis- chief continually; he soweth discord. 15 Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; suddenly shall he be broken without remedy. 16 These six things doth the Lord hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him. 17 A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, 18 An heart that deviseth kicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, 19 A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren. 20 My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother: 21 Bind them continually upon thine heart, and tie them about thy neck. 22 When thou goest, it shall lead thee; when thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall talk with thee. 23 For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life: 24 To keep thee from the evil woman, from the flattery of the tongue of a strange woman. 25 Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids. 26 For by means of a whorish woman a man is brought to a piece of bread: and the adulteress will hunt for the precious life. 27 Can a man take fire in his bosom, and his clothes not be burned? 28 Can one go upon Hot coals 1 , and his feet not be burned? 29 So he that goetE in to* his neighbour's wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent. 30 Men do not despise a thief, if he steal to satisfy his soul when he is hungry; 31 But if he be found, he shall restore seven- fold; he shall give all the substance of his house. 32 But whoso committeth adultery with a wo- man lacketh understanding: he that doeth it de- stroyeth his own soul. 33 A wound and dishonour shall he get; and his reproach shall not be wiped away. 34 For jealousy is the rage of a man : therefore he will not spare in the day of vengeance. 35 He will not re'gard any ransom ; neither will he rest content, though thou givest many gifts. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Solomon persuadeth to a sincere and kind familiarity with wisdom. 6 In an example of his own experience, he sheweth 10 the cunning of an whore, 22 and the desperate simplicity of a young wanton. 24 He de- horteth from such wickedness. MY son, keep my words, and lay up my com- mandments with thee. 2 Keep my commandments, and live; and my law as the apple of thine eye. 3 Bind them upon thy fingers, write them upon the table of thine heart. 4 Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister; and call understanding thy kinswoman : 5 That they may keep thee from the strange woman, from the stranger which flattereth with her words. 6 For at the window of my house I looked through my casement, 7 And beheld among the simple ones, I dis- cerned among the youths, a young man void of understanding, 8 Passing through the street near her corner; and he went the way to her house, 9 In the twilight, in the evening, in the black and dark night: 10 And, behold, there met him a woman with the attire of an harlot, and subtil of heart. 11 (She is 1 loud and stubborn ; her feet abide not in her house: 12 Now is she without, now in the streets, and lieth in wait at every corner.) 13 So she caught him, and kissed him, and with an impudent face said unto him, 14 I have peace offerings with me; this day have I paid my vows. 15 Therefore came I forth to meet thee, dili- gently to seek thy face, and I have found thee". 16 I have decked my bed with coverings of tapestry, with carved works, with fine linen of Egypt. 17 I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, aloes> and cinnamon. 18 Come, let us take our fill of love until the morning: let us solace ourselves with loves. 19 For the goodman is not at home, he is gone a long journey: 20 He hath taken a bag of money with him, and will come home at the day appointed. 21 With her much fair speech she caused him to yield, with the flattering of her lips she forced him. 464 The call of wisdom. PROVERBS, VIII. (8) The eternity of wisdom. 22 He goeth after her straightway, as an ox goeth to the slaughter, or as a fool to the correc- tion of the stocks; 23 Till a dart strike through his liver; as a bird hasteth to the snare, and knoweth not that it is for his life. 24 Hearken unto me now therefore, O ye chil- dren, and attend to the words of my mouth. 25 Let not thine heart decline to her ways, go not astray in her paths'. 26 For she hath cast down many wounded : yea, many strong men have been slain by her. 27 Her house is the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death. CHAPTER VIII. (8) .1 The fame, 6 and evidency of wisdom. 10 The excel- lency, 12 the nature, 15 the power, 18 the riches, 2'J, and the eternity of wisdom. 32 Wisdom is to be de- sired for the blessedness it bringeth. DOTH not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice? 2 She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths. 3 She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors. 4 Unto you, O men, I call ; and my voice is to the sons of man. 5 O ye simple, understand wisdom; and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart. 6 Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips shall be right things. 7 For my mouth shall speak truth; and wicked- ness is an abomination to my lips. 8 All the words of my mouth are in righteous- ness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them. 9 They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge. 10 Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold. 11 For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to* be com- pared to it. 12 I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions; 13 The fear of the Lord is to hate evil : pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. 14 Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom: I am understanding; I have strength. 15 By me kings reign, and princes decree justice. 16 By me princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth. 17 I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me. 18 Riches and honour are with me; yea, dura- ble riches and righteousness. 19 My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold ; and my revenue than choice silver. 20 I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment: 21 That I may cause those that love me to in- herit substance ; and I will fill their treasures. 22 The Lord possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old. 23 I was set up from everlasting, from the be- ginning, or ever the earth was. 24 When there were no depths, I was brought forth; when there were no fountains abounding with water. 25 Before the mountains were settled, before the hills was I brought forth: 26 While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world. 27 When he prepared the heavens, I was there: when he set a compass upon the face of the depth: 28 When he established the clouds above: when he strengthened the fountains of the deep: 29 When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when he appointed the foundations of the earth : 30 Then I was by him, as one brought up with him: and I was daily his delight, rejoicing always before him ; 31 Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men. 32 Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye chil- dren; for blessed are they that keep my ways. 33 Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not. 34 Blessed is the man that heareth me, watch* ing daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors. 35 For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the Lord. 36 But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul : all they that hate me love death. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 The discipline, 4 and doctrine of wisdom. 13 The cus- tom, 16 and error of folly. ' WISDOM hath builded her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars: 2 She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished her table. 3 She hath sent forth her maidens: she crieth upon the highest places of the city, 4 Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither: as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him, 5 Come, eat of my bread, and drink of the wine which I have mingled. 6 Forsake the foolish, and live; and go in the way of understanding. 7 He that reproveth a scorner getteth to him- self shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot. 8 Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate thee: re- buke a wise man, and he will love thee. 9 Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will in- crease in learning. 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wis- dom, and the knowledge of the holy is under- standing. 465 Moral virtues, and PROVERBS, X. (10) their contrary vices. 11 For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased. 12 If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thy- self: but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it. 13 A foolish woman is clamorous: she is sim- ple, and knoweth nothing. 14 For she sitteth at the door of her house, on a seat in the high places of the city, 15 To call passengers who go right on their ways: 16 Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither: and as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him, 17 Stolen waters are sweet, and bread eaten in secret is pleasant. 18 But he knoweth not that the dead are there ; and that her guests are in the depths of hell. CHAPTER X. (10) From this chapter to the five and twentieth are sundry observations of moral virtues, and their contrary vices. THE proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother. 2 Treasuries of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death. 3 The Lord will not suffer the soul of the right- eous to famish: but he casteth away the sub- stance of the wicked. 4 He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich. 5 He that gathereth in summer is a Wise son: but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame. 6 Blessings are upon the head of the just : but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. 7 The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot. 8 The wise in heart will receive command- ments: but a prating fool shall fall. 9 He that walketh uprightly walkeih surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known. 10 He that winketh with the eye causeth sor- row : but a prating fool shall fall. 11 The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. 12 Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins. 13 In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding. 14 Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction. 15 The rich man's wealth is his strong city: the destruction of the poor is their poverty. 16 The labour of the righteous tendeth to life: the fruit of the wicked to sin. 17 He is in the way of life that keepeth 1 in- struction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. 18 He that hideth hatred with lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, is a fool. 19 In the multitude of words there wantetB not sin : but he that refraineth his lips is wise. 20 The tongue of the just is as choice silver: the heart of the wicked is little worth. 21 The lips of the righteous feed many: but fools die for want of wisdom. 22 The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it. 23 It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom. 24 The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him: but the desire of the righteous shall be granted. 25 As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more: but the righteous is an everlasting foundation. 26 As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him. 27 The fear of the Lord prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. 28 The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. 29 The way of the Lord is strength to the up- right : but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. 30 The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth. 31 The mouth of the just bringeth forth wis- dom : but the f roward tongue shall be cut out. 32 The lips of the righteous know what is ac- ceptable: but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness. CHAPTER XI. (11) A FALSE balance is abomination to the Lord: but a just weight is his delight. 2 When pride cometh, then cometh shame : but with the lowly is wisdom. 3 The integrity of the upright shall guide them : but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them. 4 Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death. 5 The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness. 6 The righteousness of the upright shall de- liver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness. 7 When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish: and the hope of unjust men per- isheth. 8 The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead. 9 An hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered. 10 When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting. 11 By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted : but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked. 12 He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace. 13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter. 466 Moral virtues, and PROVERBS, XII. (12) their contrary vices. 14 Where no counsel is, the people fall : but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety. 15 He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth. suretiship is sure. 16 A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong men retain riches. 17 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul : but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh. 18 The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward. 19 As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death. 20 They that are of a froward heart are abomi- nation to the Lord: but such as are upright in their way are his delight. 21 Though hand join in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished: but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered. 22 As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion. 23 The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath. 24 There is that scattered h, and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty. 25 The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself. 26 He that withholdeth. corn, the people shall curse him: but blessing shall be upon the head of him that selleth it. 27 He that diligently seeketh good procureth favour: but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him. 28 He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch. 29 He that troubleth his own house shall in- herit the wind: and the fool shall be servant to the wise of heart. 30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise. 31 Behold, the righteous shall be recompensed in the earth: much more the wicked and the sin- ner. CHAPTER XII. (12) WHOSO loveth instruction loveth knowl- edge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish. 2 A good man obtaineth favour of the Lord: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn. 3 A man shall not be established by wicked- ness : but the root of the righteous shall not be moved. 4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband : but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones. 5 The thoughts of the righteous are right : but the counsels of the wicked are deceit. 6 The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood: but the moutb of the upright shall de- liver them. 7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not: but the house of the righteous shall stand. 8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised. 9 He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoureth himself, and lack- eth bread. 10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel. 11 He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread : but he that f olloweth vain persons is void of understanding. 12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men : but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit. 13 The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble. 14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompense of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him. ■15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. 16 A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame. 17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth right- eousness: but a false witness deceit. 18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health. 19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment. 20 Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil : but to the counsellors of peace is joy. 21 There shall no evil happen to the just : but the wicked shall be filled with mischief. 22 Lying lips are abomination to the Lord: but they that deal truly are his delight. 23 A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness. 24 The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute. 25 Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad. 26 The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them. 27 The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a dili- gent man is precious. . 28 In the way of righteousness is life: and in the pathway thereof there is no death. CHAPTER Xin. (13) A WISE son heareth his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke. 2 A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth: but the soul of the transgressors shall eat violence. 3 He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his lite: but he that openeth wide his lips shall have de- struction. 4 The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat 5 A righteous man hateth lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and cometh to shame. 6 Righteousness keepeth him that is upright 467 Moral virtues, and PROVERBS, XIV. (14) their contrary vices. in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. 7 There is that maketh himself rich, yet hath nothing: there is that maketh himself poor, yet hath great riches. 8 The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor keareth not rebuke. ' 9 The light of the righteous rejoiceth: but the lamp of the wicked shall be put out. 10 Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom. 11 Wealth gotten by vanity shall be dimin- ished: but he that gathereth by labour shall in- crease. 12 Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life. 13 Whoso despiseth the word shall be de- stroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. 14 The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death. 15 Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard. 16 Every prudent man dealeth with knowl- edge : but a fool layeth open his folly. 17 A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health. 18 Poverty and shame shall be to him that re- f useth instruction : but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured. 19 The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul : but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil. 20 He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed. 21 Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed. 22 A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just. 23 Much food is in the tillage of the poor: but there is that is destroyed for want of judgment. 24 He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. 25 The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul : but the belly of the wicked shall want. CHAPTER XIV. (14) EVERY wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands. 2 He that walketh in his uprightness feareth the Lord : but he that is perverse in his ways de- spiseth him. 3 In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them. 4 Where no oxen are, the crib is clean: but much increase is by the strength of the ox. 5 A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies. 6 A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: but knowledge is easy unto him that under- standeth. 7 Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge. 8 The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way: but the folly of fools is deceit. 9 Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour. 10 The heart, knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy. 11 The house of the wicked shall be overt thrown but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish. 12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. 13 Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful ; and the end of that mirth is heaviness. 14 The backslider in heart shall be tilled with his own ways: and a good man shall be satisfied from himself. 15 The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going. 16 A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident. 17 He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly : and a man of wicked devices is hated. 18 The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. 19 The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous. 20 The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich hath many friends. 21 He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he. 22 Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good. 23 In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury. 24 The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly. 25 A true witness delivereth souls: but a de- ceitful witness speaketh lies. 26 In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge. 27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death. 28 In the multitude of people is the king's honour: but in the want of people is the destruc- tion of the prince. 29 He that is slow to wrath is of great under- standing: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly. 30 A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones. 31 He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor. 32 The wicked is driven away in his wicked- ness: but the righteous hath hope in his death. 33 Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known. 34 Righteousness exalteth a nation : but sin is a reproach to any people. 35 The king's favour is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame 468 Moral virtues, and PEO VERBS, XV. (15) their contrary vices. CHAPTER XV. (15) A SOFT answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up auger, 2 The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolish- ness. 3 The eyes of the Lord are in every place, be- holding the evil and the good. I A wholesome tongue is a tree of life: but per- verseness therein is a breach in the spirit. 5 A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent. 6 In the house of the righteous is much treas- ure : but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble. 7 The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so. 8 The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord : but the prayer of the upright is his delight. 9 The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the Lord : but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness. 10 Correction is grievous unto him that for- saketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die. II Hell and destruction are before the Lord: how much more then the hearts of the children of men? 12 A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him : neither will be go unto the wise. 13 A merry heart maketh a cheerful counten- ance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken. 14 The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feed- eth on foolishness. 15 All the days of the afflicted are evil : but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast. 16 Better is little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble therewith. 17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith. 18 A. wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife. 19 The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous isi made plain. 20 A wise son maketh a glad father: but a fool- ish man despiseth his mother. 21 Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wis- dom: but a man of understanding walketh up- rightly. 22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed : but in the multitude of counsellors they are estab- lished. 23 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it ! 24 The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath. 25 The Lord will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow. 26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomina- tion to the Lord: but the words of the pure are pleasant words. 27 He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live. 28 The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things. 29 The Lord is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous. 30 The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat. 31 The ear that heareth the reproof of life abid- eth among the wise. 32 He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul : but he that heareth reproof getteth un- derstanding. 33 The fear of the Lord is the instruction of wisdom ; and before honour is humility. CHAPTER XVL (16) THE preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord. 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits. 3 Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established. 4 The Lord hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil. 5 Every one that is proud in heart is an abomi- nation to the Lord: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. 6 By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil. 7 When a man's ways please the Lord, Tie maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him. 8 Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right. 9 A man's heart deviseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps. 10 A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment. 11 A just weight and balance are the Lord's: all the weights of the bag are his work. 12 It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness. 13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right. 14 The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it. 15 In the light of the king's countenance is life; and his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain. 16 How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver! 17 The highway of the upright is to depart from evil : he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul. 18 Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. 19 Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud. 20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good : and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he. 469 Moral virtues, and PROVERBS, XVII. (17) their contrary vices 21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning. 22 Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly. 23 The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips. 24 Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. 25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. 26 He that laboureth laboureth for himself ; for his mouth craveth it of him. 27 An ungodly man diggeth up evil : and in his lips there is as a burning fire. 28 A froward man soweth strife: and a whis- perer separateth chief friends. 29 A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good. 30 He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips hebringeth evil to pass. 31 The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness. 32 He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than tie that taketh a city. 33 The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord. CHAPTER XVII. (17) BETTER is a dry morsel, and quietness there- with, than an house full of sacrifices with strife. 2 A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren. 3 The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the Lord trieth the hearts. 4 A wicked doer giveth heed to false lips; and a liar giveth ear to a naughty tongue. 5 Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. 6 Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers. 7 Excellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince. 8 A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth. 9 He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends. 10 A reproof entereth more into a wise man than an hundred stripes into a fool. 11 An evil man seeketh only rebellion: there- fore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him. 12 Let a bear robbed of her whelps meet a man, rather than a fool in his folly. 13 Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house. 14 The beginning of strife fs as when one let- teth out water: therefore leave off contention, be- fore it be meddled with. 15 He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomi- nation to the Lord. 16 Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing he hath no heart to it? 17 A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. 18 A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend. 19 He loveth transgression that loveth strife: and he that exalteth his gate seeketh destruction. 20 He that hath a froward heart findeth no good : and he that hath a perverse tongue f alleth into mischief. 21 He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sor- row: and the father of a fool hath no joy. 22 A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. 23 A wicked man taketh a gift out of the bosom to pervert the ways of judgment. 24 Wisdom is before him that hath understand- ing; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth. 25 A foolish son is a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare him. 26 Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity. 27 He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. 28 Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding. CHAPTER XVIII. (18) THROUGH desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh and intermeddleth with all wisdom. 2 A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself. 3 When the wicked cometh, then cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach. 4 The words of a man's mouth are as deep waters, and the wellspring of wisdom as a flow- ing brook. 5 It is not good to accept the person of the wicked, to overthrow the righteous in judgment. 6 A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes. 7\ A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul. 8 The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly. 9 He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster. 10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe. 11 The rich man's wealth is his strong city, and as an high wall in his own conceit. 12 Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility. 13 He that answereth a matter before he hear- 470 Moral virtues, and PROVERBS, XIX. (19) their contrary vices. eth it, it is folly and shame unto Mm. 14 The spirit of a man will sustain his infirm- ity; but a wounded spirit who can bear? 15 The heart of the prudent getteth knowl- edge; and the ear of the wise seeketk knowledge. 16 A man's gift niaketk room for him, and bringeth him before great men. 17 He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him. IS The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty. 19 A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle. 20 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. 21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. 22 Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing. and obtaineth favour of the Lord. 23 The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly. 24 A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother. CHAPTER XIX. (19) BETTER is the poor that walketh in his in- tegrity, than he that is perver&e in his lips, and is a fool. 2 Also, that the soul be without knowledge, it is not good; and he that hasteth with his feet sin- neth. 3 The foolishness of man perverteth his way: and his heart fretteth against the Lord. 4 Wealth maketh many friends; but the poor is separated from his neighbour. 5 A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall not escape. 6 Many will intreat the favour of the prince: and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts. 7 All the brethren of the poor do hate him: how much more do his friends go far from him? he pursueth them with words, yet they are wanting to him. 8 He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good. 9 A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall perish. 10 Delight is not seemly for a fool; much less for a servant to have rule over princes. 11 The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression. 12 The king's 'wrath is as the roaring of a lion ; but his favour is as dew upon the grass. 13 A foolish son is the calamity of his father: and the contentions of a wife are a continual droyjping. 14 House and riches are the inheritance of fathers : and a prudent wife is from the Lord. 15 Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger. 16 He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul ; but he that despiseth his ways shall die. 17 He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. 18 Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying. 19 A man of great wrath shall suffer punish- ment: for if thou deliver him, yet thou must do it again. 20 Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end. 21 There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord, that shall stand. 22 The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar. 23 The fear of the Lord tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil. 24 A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again. 25 Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge. 26 He that wasteth his father, and chaseth away his mother, is a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach. 27 Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge. 28 An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity. 29 Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools. CHAPTER XX. (20) IX E is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. 2 The fear of a king is as the roaring of a lion: whoso provoketh him to anger sinneth against his own soul. 3 It is an honour for a man to cease from strife : but every fool will be meddling. 4 The sluggard will not plow by reason of the cold; therefore shall he beg in harvest, and have nothing. 5 Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out. 6 Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? 7 The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him. 8 A king that sitteth in the throne of judgment scattereth away all evil with his eyes. 9 Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin? 10 Divers weights, and divers measures, both of them are alike abomination to the Lord. 11 Even a child is known by his doings, w 471 Moral virtues, and PROVERBS, XXI. (21) their contrary vices. whether his work be pure, and whether it be right. 12 The hearing ear, and the seeing eye, the Lord hath made even both of them. 13 Love not sleep, lest thou come to poverty; open thine eyes, and thou shalt be satisfied with bread. 14 It is naught, it is naught, saith the buyer: but when he is goce his way, then he boasteth. 15 There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel. 16 Take his garment that is surety for a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman. 17 Bread of deceit is sweet to a man; but after- wards his mouth shall be filled with gravel. 18 Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war. 19 He that goeth about as a talebearer reveal- eth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips. 20 Whoso curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness. 21 An inheritance may be gotten hastily at the beginning; but the end thereof shall not be blessed. 22 Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the Lord, and he shall save thee. 23 Divers weights are an abomination unto the Lord; and a false balance is not good. 24 Man's goings are of the Lord; how can a man then understand his own way? 25 It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make enquiry. 26 A wise king scattereth the wicked, and bringeth the wheel over them. 27 The spirit of man is the candle of the Lord, searching all the inward parts of the belly. 28 Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy. 29 The glory of young men is their strength: and the beauty of old men is the grey head. 30 The blueness of a wound cleanseth away evil : so do stripes the inward parts of the belly. CHAPTER XXI. (21) THE king's heart is in the hand of the Lord, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whither- soever he will. 2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the Lord ponderefh the hearts. 3 To do justice and judgment is more accept- able to the Lord than sacrifice. 4 An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin. 5 The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want. 6 The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death 7 The robbery of the wicked shall destroy them; because they refuse to do judgment. 8 The way of man is froward and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right. 9 It is better to dwell in a corner of the house- top, than with a brawling woman in a wide house. 10 The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes. 11 When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge. 12 The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness. 13 Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard. 14 A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a re- ward in the bosom strong wrath'. ' 15 It is joy to the just to do judgment: but de- struction shall be to the workers of iniquity. 16 The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding shall remain in the congregation of the dead. 17 He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich. 18 The wicked shall be a ransom for the right- eous, and the transgressor for the upright. 19 It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman. 20 There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spend- eth it up. 21 He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour. 22 A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof. 23 Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles. 24 Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath. 25 The desire of the slothful killeth him! for his hands refuse to labour. 26 He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not. 27 The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind? 28 A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly. 29 A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he directeth his way. 30 There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the Lord. 31 The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the Lord. CHAPTER XXH. (22) GOOD name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold. 2 The rich and poor meet together: the Lord is the maker of them all. 3 A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are pun-< ished. A 472 Moral virtues, and PROVERBS, XXIII. (23) their contrary vices. 4 By humility and the fear of the Lord are riches, and honour, and life. 5 Thorns and snares are in the way of the fro- ward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them. 6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. 7 The rich ruleth over the poor, and the bor- rower is servant to the lender. 8 He that soweth iniquity shall reap vanity: and the rod of his anger shall fail. 9 He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed ; for he giveth of his bread to the poor. 10 Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out ; yea, strife and reproach shall cease. 11 He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend. 12 The eyes of the Lord preserve knowledge, and he overthroweth the words of the trans- gressor. 13 The slothful man saith, There is a lion with- out, I shall be slain in the streets. 14 The mouth of strange women is a deep pit: he that is abhorred of the Lord shall fall therein. 15 Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him. 16 He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want. 17 Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowl- edge. 18 For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips. 19 That thy trust may be in the Lord, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee. 20 Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge, 21 That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth ; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee? 22 Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate: 23 For the Lord will plead their cause, and spoil the soul of those that spoiled them. 24 Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go: 25 Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul. 26 Be not thou one of them that strike hands, or of them that are sureties for debts. 27 If thou hast nothing to pay, why should he take away thy bed from under thee? 28 Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set. 29 Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men. CHAPTER XXIII. (23) "T\T"HEN thou sittest to eat with a ruler, con- ▼ ▼ sider diligently what is before thee: 2 And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite. 3 Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat. 4 Labour not to be rich: cease from thine own wisdom. 5 Wilt thou set thine eyes upon that which is not? for riches certainly make themselves wings; they fly away as an eagle toward heaven. 6 Eat thou not the bread of him that hath an evil eye, neither desire thou his dainty meats: 7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee. 8 The morsel which thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up, and lose thy sweet words. 9 Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of thy words. 10 Remove not the old landmark; and enter not into the fields of the fatherless: 11 For their redeemer is mighty; he shall plead their cause with thee. 12 Apply thine heart untp instruction, and thine ears to the words of knowledge. 13 Withhold not correction from the child: for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die. 14 Thou shalt beat him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell. 15 My son, if thine heart be wise, my heart shall rejoice, even mine. 16 Yea, my reins shall rejoice, when thy lips speak right things. 17 Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the Lord all the day long. 18 For surely there is an end; and thine ex j pectation shall not be cut off. 19 Hear thou, my son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way. 20 Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh: 21 For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags. 22 Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old. 23 Buy the truth, and sell it not; also' wisdom, and instruction, and understanding. 24 The father of the righteous shall greatly re- joice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him. 25 Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice. 26 My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my ways. 27 For a whore is a deep ditch; and a strange woman is a narrow pit. 28 She also lieth in wait as for a prey, and in- creaseth the transgressors among men. 29 Who hath woe? who hath sorrow? who hath contentions? who hath babbling? who hath wounds without cause? who hath redness of eyes? 30 They that tarry long at the wine; they that go to seek mixed wine. 31 Look not thou upon the wine when it is red, 473 Moral virtues, and PROVERBS, XXIV. (24) their contrary vices. when it giveth his colour in the cup, when it moveth itself aright. 32 At the last it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an adder. 33 Thine eyes shall behold strange women, and thine heart shall utter perverse things. 34 Yea, thou shalt be as he that lieth down in the midst of the sea, or as he that lieth upon the top of a mast. 35 They have stricken me, shalt thou say, and I was not sick ; they have beaten me, and I felt it not : when shall I awake? I will seek it yet again. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) BE not thou envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them. 2 For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief. 3 Through wisdom is an house builded ; and by understanding it is established: 4 And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches. 5 A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowl edge increaseth strength. 6 For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors there is safety. 7 Wisdom is too high for a fool : he openeth not his mouth in the gate. 8 He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischevious person. 9 The thought of foolishness is sin: and the scorner is an abomination to men. 10 If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small. 11 If thou forbear to deliver them that are drawn unto death, and those that are ready to be slain; 12 If thou sayest, Behold, we knew it not ; doth not he that pondereth the heart consider it? and he that keepeth thy soul, doth not he know it? and shall not he render to every man according to his works? 13 My son, eat thou honey, because it is good ; and the honeycomb, which is sweet to thy taste: 14 So shall the knowledge of wisdom be unto thy soul : when thou hast found it, then there shall be a reward, and thy expectation shall not be cut off. 15 Lay not wait, O wicked man, against the dwelling of the righteous; spoil not his resting place: 16 For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief. 17 Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth: 18 Lest the Lord see it, and it displease him, and he turn away his wrath from him. 19 Fret not thyself because of e7il men, neither be thou envious at the wicked; 20 For there shall be no reward to the evil man; the candle of the wicked shall be put out. 21 My son, fear thou the Lord and the king: and meddle not with them that are given to change: 22 For their calamity shall rise suddenly; and who knoweth the ruin of them both? 23 These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment. 24 He that saith unto the wicked, Thou art righteous; him shall the people curse, nations shall abhor him: 25 But to them .that rebuke him shall be de- light, and a good blessing shall come upon them. 26 Every man shall kiss his lips that giveth a right answer. 27 Prepare thy work without, and make it fit for thyself in the field; and afterwards build thine house. 28 Be not a witness against thy neighbour without cause; and deceive not with thy lips. 29 Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me : I will render to the man according to his work. 30 I went by the field of the slothful, and by the vineyard of the man void of understanding ; 31 And, lo, it was all grown over with thorns, and nettles had covered the face thereof, and the stone wall thereof was broken down. 32 Then I saw, and considered it well : I looked upon it, and received instruction. 33 Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep : 34 So shall thy poverty come as one that travel- leth ; and thy want as an armed man. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 Observations about kings, 8 and about avoiding causes of quarrels, and sundry causes thereof. THESE are also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out. 2 It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings is to search out a matter. 3 The heaven for height, and the earth for depth, and the heart of kings is unsearchable. 4 Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer. 5 Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteous- ness. 6 Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great men: 7 For better it is that it be said unto thee, Come up hither; than that thou shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince whom thine eyes have seen. " 8 Go not forth hastily to strive, lest thou know not what to do in the end thereof, when thy neigh- bour hath put thee to shame. 9 Debate thy cause with thy neighbour him- self; and discover not a secret to another: 10 Lest he that heareth it put thee to shame, and thine infamy turn not away. 11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver. 12 As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear. 13 As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him: 474 N Al Sundry maxims and PROVERBS, XXVI. (26) observations of Solomon. for he refresheth the soul of his masters. 14 Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift is like clouds and wind without rain. 15 By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone. 16 Hast thou found honey? eat so much as is sufficient for thee, lest thou be filled therewith, and vomit it. 17 Withdraw thy foot' from thy neighbour's house ; lest he be weary of thee, and so hate thee. 18 A man that beareth false witness against his neighbour is a maul, and a sword, and a sharp arrow. 19 Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble is like a broken tooth, and a foot out of joint. 20 As he that taketh away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar upon nitre, so is he that singeth songs to an heavy heart. 21 If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: 22 For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the Lord shall reward thee. 23 The north wind driveth away rain: so doth an angry countenance a backbiting tongue. 24 It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house. 25 As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country. 26 A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring. 27 It is not good to eat much honey: so for men to search their own glory is not glory. 28 He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls. CHAPTER XXVI. (26 ) 1 Observations about fools, 13 about sluggards, 17 and about contentious busybodies. AS snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honour is not seemly for a fool. 2 As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come. 3 A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool's back. 4 Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him. 5 Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit. 6 He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, and drinketh damage. 7 The legs of the lame are not equal: so is a parable in the mouth of fools. 8 As he that bindeth a stone in a sling, so is he that giveth honour to a fool. 9 As a thorn goeth up into the hand of a drunk- ard, so is a parable in the mouth of fools. 10 The great God that formed all things both rewardeth the fool, and rewardeth transgressors. 11 As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool retnrneth to his folly. 12 Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him. 13 The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets. 14 As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed. 15 The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth. 16 The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason. 17 He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears. 18 As a mad man who casteth firebrands, av- rows, and death, 19 So is the man that deceiveth his neighbour, and saith, Am not I in sport? 20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out : so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. 21 As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife. 22 The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly. 23 Burning lips and a wicked heart are like a potsherd covered with silver dross. 24 He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him; 25 When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart. 26 Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the whole con- gregation. 27 Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him. 28 A lying tongue hateth those that are af- flicted by it ; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin. CHAPTER XXVII. (27) 1 Observations' of selflove, 5 true of love, 11 of care to avoid offences, 23 and of the household care. BOAST not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. 2 Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips. 3 A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool's wrath is heavier than them both. 4 Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous; but who is able to stand before envy? 5 Open rebuke is better than secret love. 6 Faithful are the wounds of a friend ; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful. 7 The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet. 8 As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so is a man that wandereth from his place. 9 Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel. 10 Thine own friend, and thy father's; friend, forsake not; neither go into thy brother's house in the day of thy calamity: for better is a neigh- bour that is near than a brother far off. 11 My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him that reproacheth me. 12 A prudent man forseeth the evil, and hideth 475 Sundry maxims and PROVERBS, XXVIII. (28) observations of Solomon. himself; but the simple pass on, and are pun- ished. 13 Tate his garment that is surety for a stranger, and take a pledge of him for a strange woman. 14 He that blesseth his friend with a loud voice, rising early in the morning, it shall be counted a curse to him. 15 A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious woman are alike. 16 Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind, and the ointment of his right hand, which bewrayeth itself. 17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend. 18 Whoso keepeth the fig tree shall eat the fruit thereof: so he that waiteth on his master shall be honoured: 19 As in water face answereth to face, so the heart of man to man. 20 Hell and destruction are never full ; so the eyes of man are never satisfied. 21 As the fining pot for silver, and the furnace for gold ; so is a man to his praise. 22 Though thou shouldest bray a fool in a mor- tar among wheat with a pestle, yet will not his foolishness depart from him. 23 Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well_ to thy herds. 24 For riches are" not for ever: and doth the crown endure to every generation? 25 The hay appeareth, and the tender grass sheweth itself, and herbs of the mountains are gathered. 26 The lambs are for thy clothing, and the goats are the price of the field. 27 And thou shalt have goats' milk enough for thy food, for the food of thy household, and for the maintenance for thy maidens. CHAPTER XXVin. (28) General observations of impiety and religious integrity. THE wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be pro- longed. 3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. 4 They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them. 5 Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the Lord understand all things. 6 Better is the poor that walketh in his up- rightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich. 7 Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son : but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father. 8 He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor. 9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination. 10 Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his. own pit: but the upright shall have good things in pos- session. 11 The rich man is wise in his own conceit ; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. 12 When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden. 13 He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy. 14 Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mis- chief. 15 As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear ; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people. 16 The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great Oppressor: but he that hateth covet- ousness shall prolong his days. 17 A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him. 18 Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once. 19 He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough. 20 A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent. 21 To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress. 22 He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him. 23 He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue. 24 Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the com- panion of a destroyer. 25 He that is of a proud heart sitrreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the Lord shall be made fat. 26 He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool : but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. 27 He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. 28 When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase. CHAPTER XXIX. (29) 1 Observations of publick government, 15 and of private. 22 Of anger, pride, thievery, cowardice, and corruption. HE, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. 2 When the righteous are in authority, the peo- ple rejoice: but when the wicked beareth. nple, the people mourn. 3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: 476 7 Observations of Solomon. PROVERBS, XXX. (30) Agur's confession of faith. but he that keepeth company with harlots spend- eth his substance. 4 The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it. 5 A man that flattereth his neighbour spread- eth a net for his feet. 6 In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous doth sing and rejoice. 7 The righteous considereth 1he cause of the poor: but the wicked regard eth not to know it. 8 Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath. 9 If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest. 10 The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul. 11 A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards. 12 If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked. 13 The poor and the deceitful man meet to- gether: the Lord lighten eth both their eyes. 14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever. 15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame. 16 When the wicked are multiplied, transgres- sion increaseth : but the righteous shall see their fall. 17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest ; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul. 18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. 19 A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer. 20 Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him. 21 He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length. 22 An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression. 23 A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit. 24 Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not. 25 The fear of man bringeth a snare : but who- so putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe. 26 Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the Lord. 27 An unjust man is an abomination to the just : and he that Is upright in the way is abomi- nation to the wicked. CHAPTER XXX. (30) 1 Agur's confession of his faith. 7 The two points of his prayer. 10 The meanest are not to be wronged. 11 Four wicked generations. 15 Four things insati- able. 17 Parents are not to be despised. 18 Four things hard to be known. 21 Four things intolerable. 24 Four things exceeding wise. 29 Four things state- ly. 32 Wrath is to be prevented. THE words of Agur the son of Jakeh, even the prophecy: the man spake unto Ithiel, even unto Ithiel and Ucal, 2 Surely I am more brutish than any man, and have not the understanding of a man. 3 I neither learned wisdom, nor have the knowledge of the holy. 4 Who hath ascended up iuto heaven, or de- scended? who hath gathered the wind in his fists? who hath bound the waters in a garment? who hath established all the ends of the earth? what is his name, and what is his son's name, if thou canst tell? 5 Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him. 6 Add thou not unto his words, lest he reprove thee, and thou be found a liar. 7 Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die: 8 Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches ; feed me with food con- venient for me: 9 Lest I be full, and deny thee, and say, Who is the Lord? or lest I be poor, and steal, and take the name of my God in vain. 10 Accuse not a servant unto his master, lest lie curse thee, and thou be found guilty. 11 There isi a generation that curseth their father, and doth not bless their mother. 12 There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthi- ness. 13 There is a generation, O how lofty are their eyes! and their eyelids are lifted up. 14 There is a generation, whose teeth are as swords, and their jaw teeth as knives, to devour the poor from off the earth, and the needy from among men. 15 The horseleach hath two daughters, crying, Give, give. There are three things that are never satisfied, yea, four things say not, It is enough: 16 The grave; and the barren womb; the earth that is not filled with waiter; and the fire that saith not, It is enough. 17 The eye that mocketh at his father, and de- spiseth to obey his mother, the ravens of the val- ley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it. 18 There be three things which are too won- derful for me, yea, four which I know not: 19 The way of an eagle in the air; the way of a serpent upon a rock; the way of a ship in the midst of the sea; and the way of a man with a maid. 20 Such is the way of an adulterous woman; she eat eth, and wipeth her mouth, and saith, I have done no wickedness. 21 For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear: 22 For a servant when he reigneth ; and a fool when he is filled with meat; 23 For an odious woman when she is married ; and an handmaid that is heir to her mistress. 24 There be four things which are little upon the earth, but they are exceeding wise: 25 The ants are a people not strong, yet they prepare their meat in the summer; 477 The praise and properties ECCLESIASTES, 1.(1) of a virtuous woman. 26 The conies are but a feeble folk, yet make they their houses in the rocks; 27 The locusts have no king, yet go they forth all of them by bands; 28 The spider taketh hold with her hands, and is in kings' palaces. 29 There be three things which go well, yea, iour are comely in going: 30 A lion which is strongest among beasts, and turneth not away for any; 31 A greyhound; an he goat also; and a king, against whom there is no rising up. 32 If thou hast done foolishly in lifting up thy- self, or if thou hast thought evil, lay thine hand upon thy mouth. 33 Surely the churning of milk bringeth forth butter, and the wringing of the nose bringeth forth blood : so the forcing of wrath bringeth forth strife. CHAPTER XXXI. (31) 1 Lemuel's lesson of chastity and temperance. 6 The afflicted are to be comforted and defended. 10 The praise and properties of a good wife. THE words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him. 2 What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows? 3 Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings. 4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: 5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, and per- vert the judgment of any of the afflicted. 6 Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts. 7 Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more. 8 Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. 9 Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy. 10 Who can find a virtuous woman? for- her price is far above rubies. 11 The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. 12 She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. 13 She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands. 14 She is like the merchants' ships; she bring- eth her food from afar. 15 She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens. 16 She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard. 17 She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms. 18 She perceiveth that her merchandise is good : her candle goeth not out by night. 19 She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff. 20 She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands tO' the needy. 21 She is not afraid of the snow for her house- hold : for all her household are clothed with scar- let. 22 She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple. 23 Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land. 24 She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant. 25 Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. 26 She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. 27 She looketh well to the ways of her house- hold, and eateth not the bread of idleness. 28 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. 29 Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. 30 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised. 31 Give her of the fruit of her hands ; and let her own works praise her in the gates. ECCLESIASTES; OR, THE PREACHER. CHAPTER I. (1)' 1 The preacher sheweth that all human courses are vain: 4 because the creatures are restless in their courses, 9 they bring forth nothing new, and all old things are forgotten, 12 and because he hath found it so in the studies of wisdom. THE words of the Preacher, the son of David, king in Jerusalem. 2 Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity. 3 What profit hath a man of all his labour which he taketh under the sun? 4 One generation passeth away, and another generation cometh : but the earth abideth for ever. 5 The sun also ariseth, and the sun goeth down, and hasteth to his place where he arose. 6 The wind goeth toward the south, and turn- eth about unto the north; it whirleth about con- tinually, and the wind returneth again according to his circuits. 7 All the rivers run into the sea; yet the sea is not full ; unto the place from whence the rivers come, thither they return again. 8 All things are full of labour; man cannot utter it : the eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor the ear filled with hearing. 9 The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be; and that which is done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun. 10 Is there any thing whereof it may be said, 478 The vanity of human courses. ECCLESIASTES, II. (2) The vanity of human labour. See, this is new? it hath been already of old time, which was before us. 11 There is no remembrance of former things; neither shall there be any remembrance of things that are to come with those that shall come after. 12 I the Preacher was king over Israel in Jeru- salem. 13 And I gave my heart to seek and search out: by wisdom concerning all things that are done under heaven : this sore travail hath God given to the sons of man to be exercised therewith. 14 I have seen all the works that are done un- der the sun; and. behold, all is vanity and vexa- tion of spirit. 15 That which is crooked cannot be made straight: and that which is wanting cannot be numbered. 1G I communed with mine own heart, saying, Lo, I am come to great estate, and have gotten more wisdom than all they that have been before me in Jerusalem: yea, my heart had great ex- perience of wisdom and. knowledge. 17 And I gave my heart to know wisdom, and to know madness and folly: I perceived that this also is vexation of spirit. 18 For in much wisdom is much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow. CHAPTER n. (2) 1 The vanity of human courses in the works of plea- sure. 12 Though the wise be better than the fool, yet both have one event. 18 The vanity of human la- bour, in leaving it they know not to whom. 24 Noth- ing better than joy in our labour; but that is God's gift. I SAID in mine heart, Go to now, I will prove thee with mirth, therefore enjoy pleasure: and, behold, this also is vanity. 2 1 said of laughter, It is mad: and of mirth, What doeth it? 3 I sought in mine heart to give myself unto wine, yet acquainting mine heart with wisdom; and to lay hold on folly, till I might see what was that good for the sons of men, which they should do under the heaven all the days of their life. 4 I made me great works ; I builded me houses ; I planted me vineyards: 5 I made me gardens and orchards, and I planted trees in them of all kind of fruits : 6 I made me pools of water, to water there- with the wood that bringeth forth trees: 7 I got me servants and maidens, and had ser- vants born in my house; also I had great posses- sions of great and small cattle above all that were in Jerusalem before me: 8 I gathered me also silver and gold, and the peculiar treasure of kings and of the provinces: 1 gat me men singers and women singers, and the delights of the sons of men, as musical instru- ments, and that of all sorts. 9 So I was great, and increased more than all that were before me in Jerusalem: also my wis- dom remained with me. 10 And whatsoever mine eyes desired I kept not from them, I withheld not my heart from any joy; for my heart rejoiced in all my labour: and this was my portion of all my labour. 11 Then I looked on all the works that my hands had wrought, and on the labour that I had laboured to do: and, behold, all was vanity and vexation of spirit, and there was no profit under the sun. 12 And I turned myself to behold wisdom, and madness, and folly: for what can the man do that cometh after the king? even that which hath been already done. 13 Then I saw that wisdom excelleth folly, as far as light excelleth darkness. 14 The wise man's eyes are in his head; but the fool walketh in darkness : and I myself perceived also that one event happeneth to them all. 15 Then said I in my heart, As it happeneth to a fool, so it happeneth even to> me; and why was I then more wise? Then I said in my heart, that this also is vanity. 16 For there is no remembrance of the wise more than of the fool for ever; seeing that which now is in the days to come shall all be forgotten. And how dieth the wise man? as the fool. 17 Therefore I hated life; because the work that is wrought under the sun is grievous unto me: for all is vanity and vexation of spirit. 18 Yea, I hated all my labour which I had taken under the sun: because I should leave it unto the man that shall be after me. 19 And who knoweth whether he shall be a wise man or a fool ? yet shall he have rule over all my labour wherein I have laboured, and wherein I have shewed myself wise under the sun. This is also vanity. 20 Therefore I went about to cause my heart to despair of all the labour which I took under the sun. 21 For there is a man whose labour is in wis- dom, and in knowledge, and in equity; yet to a man that hath not laboured therein shall he leave it for his portion. This also is vanity and a great evil. 22 For what hath man of all his labour, and of the vexation of his heart, wherein he hath laboured under the sun? 23 For all his days are sorrows, and his travail grief; yea, his heart taketh not rest in the night. This is also vanity. 24 There is nothing better for a man, than that he should eat and drink, and that he should make his soul enjoy good in his labour. This also I saw, that it was from the hand of God. 25 For who can eat, or who else can hasten hereunto, more than I? 26 For God giveth to a man that is good in his sight wisdom, and knowledge, and joy: but to the sinner he giveth travail, to gather and to heap up, that he may give to him that is good before God. This also is vanity and vexation of spirit. CHAPTER ni. (3) 1 By the necessary change of times, vanity is added to human travail. 11 There is an excellency in God's works. 16 But as for man, GJod shall judge his works there, and here he shall be like a beast. 479 A season for everything. ECCLESIASTES, IV. (4) The increase of vanity. TO every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; 3 A time to kill, and a time to heal ; a time to break down, and a time to build up; 4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; 5 A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; 6 A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away; 7 A time to rend, and a time to sew ; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak; 8 A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace. 9 What profit hath he that worketh in that wherein he laboureth? 10 1 have seen the travail, which God hath given to the sons of men to be exercised in it. 11 He hath made everything beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God maketh from the beginning to the end. 12 I know that there is no gooa in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life. 13 And also that every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labour, it is the gift of God. 14 I know that, whatsoever God doeth, it shall be for ever : nothing can be put to it, nor anything taken from it: and God doeth it, that men should fear before him. 15 That which hath been is now; and that which is to be hath already been; and God requir- eth that which is past. 16 And moreover I saw under the sun the place of judgment, that wickedness was there; and the place of righteousness, that iniquity was there. 17 I said in mine heart, God shall judge the righteous and the wicked: for there is a time there for every purpose and for every work. 18 I said in mine heart concerning the estate of the sons of men, that God might manifest them, and that they might see that they themselves are beasts. 19 For that which befalleth the sons of men befalleth beasts; even one thing befalleth them: as the one dieth, so dieth the other; yea, they have all one breath; so that a man hath no pre- eminence above a beast : for all is vanity. 20 All go unto one place; all are of the dust, and all turn to dust again. 21 Who knoweth the spirit of man that goeth upward, and the spirit of the beast that goeth downward to the earth? 22 Wherefore I perceive that there is nothing better, than that a man should rejoice in his own works ; for that is his portion : for who shall bring him to see what shall be after him? CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Vanity is increased unto men by oppression, 4 by envy, 5 by idleness, 7 by covetousness, 9 by solitariness, 13 by wilfulness. SO I returned, and considered all the oppres- sions that are done under the sun: and be- hold the tears of such as were oppressed, and they had no comforter; and on the side of their oppressors there was power ; but they had no com- forter. 2 Wherefore I praised the dead which are al- ready dead more than the living which are yet alive. 3 Yea, better is he than both they, which hath not yet been, who hath not seen the evil work that is done under the sun. 4 Again, I considered all travail, and every right work, that for this a man is envied of his neighbour. This is also vanity and vexation of spirit. 5 The fool foldeth his hands together, and eat- eth his own flesh. 6 Better is an handful with quietness, than both the hands full with travail and vexation of spirit. 7 Then I returned, and I saw vanity under the sun. 8 There is one alone, and there is not a second; yea, he hath neither child nor brother: yet is there no end of all his labour; neither is his eye satis- fied with riches; neither saith he, For whom do I labour, and bereave my soul of good? This is also vanity, yea, it is a sore travail. 9 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. 10 For if they fall, the one will lift up his fel- low : but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up. 11 Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone? 12 And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken. 13 Better is a poor and a wise child than an old and foolish king, who will no more be ad- monished. 14 For out of prison he cometh to reign ; where- as also he that is born in his kingdom becometh poor. 15 I considered all the living which walk under the sun, with the second child that shall stand up in his stead. 16 There is no end of all the people, even of all that have been before them: they also that come after shall not rejoice in him. Surely this also is vanity and vexation of spirit. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Vanities in divine service, 8 in murmuring against op- pression, and in riches. 18 Joy in riches is the gift of God. KEEP thy foot when thou goest to the house of God, and be more ready to hear, than to give the sacrifice of fools: for they consider not that they do evil. 2 Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter any thing before God : for God is in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore 480 Vanities in divine service. ECCLESIASTES, VI. (6) Vanity of riches without use. let thy words be few. 3 For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multi- tude of words. 4 When thou vowest a vow unto God, defer not to pay it; for he hath no- pleasure in fools: pay that which thou hast vowed. 5 Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay. 6 Suffer not thy mouth to cause thy flesh to sin ; neither say thou before the angel, that it was an error: wherefore should God be angry at thy voice, and destroy the work of thine hands? 7 For in the multitude of dreams and many words there are also divers vanities : but fear thou God. 8 If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of judgment and justice in a province, marvel not at the matter: for he that is higher than the highest regardeth: and there be higher than they. 9 Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field. 10 He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth aboundance with increase: this is also vanity. 11 When goods increase, they are increased that eat them : and what good is there to the own- ers thereof, saving the beholding of them with their eyes? 12 The sleep of a labouring man is sweet, whether he eat little or much: but the abundance of the rich will not suffer him to sleep. 13 There is a sore evil which I have seen under the sun, namely, riches kept for the owners there- of to their hurt. 14 But those riches perish by evil travail : and he begetteth a son, and there is nothing in his hand. 15 As he came forth of his mother's womb, naked shall he return to go as he came, and shall take nothing of his labour, which he may carry away in his hand. 16 And this also is a sore evil, that in all points as he came, so shall he go: and what profit hath he that hath laboured for the wind? 17 All his days also he eateth in darkness, and he hath much sorrow and wrath with his sick- ness. 18 Behold that which I have seen: it is good and comely for one to eat and to drink, and to enjoy the good of all his labour that he taketh under the sun all the days of his life, which God giveth him : for it is his portion. 19 Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to re- joice in his labour; this is the gift of God. 20 For he shall not much remember the days of his life; because God answereth him in the joy of his heart. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The vanity of riches without use. 3 Of children, 6 and old age without riches. 9 The vanity of sight and wandering desires. 11 The conclusion of vanities. rjlHERE is an evil which I have seen under J- the sun, and it is common among men: 2 A man to whom God hath given riches, wealth, and honour, so that he wanteth nothing for his soul of all that he desireth, yet God giveth him not power to eat thereof, but a stranger eat- eth it: this is vanity, and it is an evil disease. 3 If a man beget an hundred children, and live many years, so that the days of his years be many, and his soul be not filled with good, and also that he have no burial; I say, that an untimely birth is better than he. 4 For he cometh in with vanity, and departeth in darkness, and his name shall be covered with darkness. 5 Moreover he hath not seen the sun, nor known any thing: this hath more rest than the other. 6 Yea, though he live a thousand years twice told, yet hath he seen no good: do not all go to one place? 7 All the labour of man is for his mouth, and yet the appetite is not filled. 8 For what hath the wise more than the fool? what hath the poor, that knoweth to walk before the living? 9 Better is the sight of the eyes than the wan- dering of the desire: this is also vanity and vexa- tion of spirit. 10 That which hath been is named already, and it is known that it is man: neither may he contend with him that is mightier than he. 11 Seeing there be many things that increase vanity, what is man the better? 12 For who knoweth what is good for man in this life, all the. days of his vain life which he spendeth as a shadow? for who can tell a man what shall be after him under the sun? CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Remedies against vanity are, a good name, 2 morti- fication, 7 patience, 11 wisdom. 23 The difficulty of wisdom. A GOOD name is better than precious oint- ment ; and the -day of death than the day of one's birth. 2 It is better to go to the house of mourning, than to go to the house of feasting: for that is the end of all men; and the living will lay it to his heart. 3 Sorrow is better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better. 4 The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning; but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. 5 It is better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to hear the song of fools. 6 For as the crackling of thorns under a pot, so is the laughter of the fool : this also is vanity. 7 Surely oppression maketh a wise man mad; and a gift destroyeth the heart. 8 Better is the end of a thing than the begin- ning thereof: and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit. 481 The difficulty of wisdom. ECCLESIASTES, VIII. (8) Divine providence to be observed. 9 Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools. 10 Say not thou, What is the cause that the former days were better than these? for thou dost not enquire wisely concerning this. 11 Wisdom is good with an inheritance: and by it there is profit to them that see the sun. 12 For wisdom is a defence, and money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that ■wisdom giveth life to them that have it. 13 Consider the work of God : for who can make that straight, which he hath made crooked? 14 In the day of prosperity be joyful, but in the day of adversity consider: God also hath set the one over against the other, to the end that man should find nothing after him. 15 All things have I seen in the days of my vanity: there is a just man that perisheth in his righteousness, and there is a wicked man that prolongeth his life in his wickedness. 16 Be not righteous over much; neither make thyself over wise: why shouldest thou destroy thyself? 17 Be not over much wicked, neither be thou foolish: why shouldest thou die before thy time? 18 It is good that thou shouldest take hold of this; yea, also from this withdraw not thine hand: for he that feareth God shall come forth of them all. 19 Wisdom strengtheneth the wise more than ten mighty men which are in the city. 20 For there is not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not. 21 Also take no heed unto all words that are spoken; lest thou hear thy servant curse thee: 22 For oftentimes also thine own heart know- eth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others. 23 All this have I proved by wisdom: I said, I will be wise; but it was far from me. 24 That which is far off, and exceeding deep, who can find it out? 25 I applied mine heart to know, and to search, and to seek out wisdom, and the reason of things, and to know the wickedness of folly, even of fool- ishness and madness: 26 And I find more bitter than death the wom- an, whose heart is snares and nets, and her hands as bands: whoso pleaseth God shall escape from her; but the sinner shall be taken by her. 27 Behold, this have I found, saith the preacher, counting one by one, to find out the ac- count. 28 Which yet my soul seeketh, but I find not: one man among a thousand have I found; but a woman among all those have I not found. 29 Lo, this only have I found, that God hath made man upright; but they have sought out many inventions. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 Kings are greatly to be respected. 6 The divine provi- dence is to be observed. 12 It is better with the godly in adversity, than with the wicked in prosperity. 16 The work of God is unsearchable. WHO is as the wise man? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? a man's wis- dom maketh his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed. 2 I counsel thee to keep the king's command- ment, and that in regard of the oath of God. 3 Be not hasty to go out of his sight ; stand not in an evil thing; for he doeth whatsoever pleaseth him. 4 Where the word of a king is, there is power: and who may say unto him, What doest thou? 5 Whoso keepeth the commandment shall feel no evil thing: and a wise man's heart discerneth both time and judgment. 6 Because to every purpose there is time and judgment, therefore the misery of man is great upon him. 7 For he knoweth not that which shall be: for who can tell him when it shall be? 8 There is no man that hath power over the spirit to retain the spirit; neither hath he power in the day of death : and there is no discharge in that war; neither shall wickedness deliver those that are given to it. 9 All this have I seen, and applied my heart unto every work that is done under the sun: there is a time wherein one man ruleth over another to his own hurt. 10 And so I saw the wicked buried, who had come and gone from the place of the holy, and they were forgotten in the city where they had so done: this is also vanity. 11 Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil. 12 Though a sinner do evil an hundred times, and his days be prolonged, yet surely I know that it shall be well with them that fear God, which fear before him: 13 But it shall not be well with the wicked, neither shall he prolong his days, which are as a shadow; because he feareth not before God. 14 There is a vanity which is done upon the earth; that there be just men, unto whom it hap- peneth according to the work of the wicked; again, there be wicked men, to whom it hap- peneth according to the work of the righteous: I said that this also is vanity. 15 Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink and to be merry; for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun. 16 When I applied mine heart to know wis- dom, and to see the business that is done upon the earth: (for also there is that neither day nor night seeth sleep with his eyes:) 17 Then I beheld all the woru of God, that a man cannot find out the work that is done under the sun : because though a man labour to seek it out, yet he shall not find it; yea farther; though a wise man think to know it, yet shall he not be able to find it. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 Like things happen to good and bad. 4 There is a necessitv of death unto men. 7 Comfort is all their 23 ;i 482 Like things happen to all. ECCLESIASTES, X. (10) Of wisdom and folly - portion in this life. 11 God's providence ruleth over all. 13 Wisdom is better than strength. FOR all this I considered in my heart even to declare all this, that the righteous, and the wise, and their works, are in the hand of God: no man knoweth either love or hatred, by all that is before them. 2 All things come alike to all: there is one event to the righteous, and to the wicked ; to the good and to the clean, and to the unclean ; to him that sacrificeth, and to him that sacrinceth not: as is the good, so is the sinner ; and he that sw'ear- eth, as he that feareth an oath. 3 This is an evil among all things that are done under the sun, that there is one event unto all: yea, also the heart of the sons of men is full of evil, and madness is in their heart while they live, and after that they go to the dead. 4 For to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than, a dead lion. 5 For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have th'ey any more a reward; for the memory of them is for- gotten. 6 Also their love, and their hatred, and their envy, is now perished; neither have they any more a portion for ever in any thing that is done' under the sun. 7 Go thy way, eat thy bread with joy, and drink thy wine with a merry heart; for God now accepteth thy works. 8 Let thy garments be always white; and let thy head lack no ointment. 9 Live joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest all the days of the life of thy vanity, which he hath given thee under the sun, all the days of thy vanity: for that is thy portion in this life, and in thy labour which thou takest under the sun. 10 Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; far there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goes-t. 11 I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to. the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and ch'ance happeneth to them all. 12 For man also knoweth not his time: as the fishes that are taken in an evil net, and as the birds that are caught in the snare; so are the sons of men snared in an evil time, when it falleth suddenly upon them. 13 This wisdom have I seen also under the sun, and it seemed great unto me.: 14 There was a little city, and few men within it; and there came a great king against it, and besieged it, and built great bulwarks against it: 15 Now there was found in it a poor wise man, and he by his wisdom delivered the city; yet no man remembered that same poor man. 16 Then said I, Wisdom is better than strength: nevertheless the poor man's wisdom is despised, and his words are not heard. 17 The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that ruleth among fools. 18 Wisdom is better than weapons of war: but one sinner destroyeth much good. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Observations of wisdom and folly, 16 of riot, 18 sloth- fulness, 19 and money. 20 Men's thoughts of kings ought to be reverent. DEAD flies cause the ointment of the apothe- cary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour. 2 A wise man's heart is at his right hand; but a fool's heart at his left. 3 Yea also>, when he that is a fool walkesth by the way, his wisdom faileth him, and he saith to every one that he is a fool. 4 If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences. 5 There is an evil which I have seen under the sun, as an error which proceedeth from the ruler: 6 Folly is set in great dignity, and the rich sit in low place. 7 I have seen servants u«pon horses, and princes walking as servants upon the earth. 8 He that diggeth a pit shall fall into it; and whoso breaketh an hedge, a serpent shall bite him. 9 Whoso removeth stones shall be hurt there- with; and he that cleaveth wood shall be endan- gered thereby. 10 If the iron be blunt, and he do no.t whet the edge, then must he put to more strength: but wis- dom is profitable to direat. 11 Surely the serpent will bite without en- chantment ; and a babbler is no-better. 12 The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself. 13 The beginning of the words of his mouth is foolishness : and the end of his talk is mischievous madness. 14 A fool also is full of words: a man cannot tell what shall be; and what shall be after him, who can tell him? 15 The labour of the foolish wearieth every one of them, because he knoweth not how to go to the city. 16 Woe to thee, O land, when thy king is a child, and thy princes eat in the monning! 17 Blessed art thou, O land, when thy king is the son of nobles, and thy princes eat in due sea- son, for strength, and not for drunkenness! 18 By much slothfulness the building decay- eth, and through idleness of the hands the house droppeth through. 19 A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things. 20 Curse not the king, no not in thy thought; and curse not the rich in thy bedchamber: for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath wings shall tell the matter. 483 Directions for charity. SOLOMON'S SONG, I. (1) The fear of God. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 Directions for charity. 7 Death in life, 9 and the day of judgment in the days of youth, are to be thought on. CAST thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days. 2 Give a portion to seven, and also to eight; for thou knowest not what evil shall be upon the earth. 3 If the clouds be full of rain, they empty them- selves upon the earth: and if the tree fall toward the south, or toward the north, in the place where the tree falleth, there it shall be. 4 He that observeth the wind shall not sow; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap. 5 As thou knowest not what is the way of the spirit, nor how the bones do grow in the womb of her that is with child: even so thou knowest not the works of God who maketh all. 6 In the morning sow, thy seed and in the even- ing withhold not thine hand: for thou knowest not whether shall prosper, either this or that, or whether they both shall be alike good. 7 Truly the light is sweet, and a pleasant thing it is for the eyes to behold the sun : 8 But if a man live many years, and rejoice in them all ; yet let him remember the days of dark- ness ; for they shall be many. All that cometh is vanity. 9 Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment. 10 Therefore remove sorrow from thy heart, and put away evil from thy flesh: for childhood and youth are vanity. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 The Creator is to be remembered in due time. 8 The preacher's care to edify. 13 The fear of God is tne chief antidote of vanity. REMEMBER now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them; 2 While the sun, or the light, or the moon, or the stars, be not darkened, nor the clouds return after the rain: 3 In the day when the keepers of the house shall tremble, and the strong men shall bow themselves, and the grinders cease because they are few, and those that look out of the windows be darkened, 4 And the doors shall be shut in the streets, when the sound of the grinding is low, and he shall rise up at the voice of the bird, and all the daughters of musick shall be brought low; 5 Also when they shall be afraid of that which is high, and fears shall be in the way, and the al- mond tree ohall flourish and the grasshopper shall be a burden, and desire shall fail: because man goeth to his long home, and the mourners gq about the streets: 6 Or ever the silver cord be loosed, or the golden bowl bo broken, or the pitcher be broken at the fountain, or the wheel broken at the cis- tern. 7 Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was: and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it. 8 Vanity of vanities, saith the preacher; all is vanity. 9 And moreover, because the preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge; yea> he gave good heed, and sought out, and set in order many proverbs. 10 The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth. 11 The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails fastened by the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd. 12 And further, by these, my son, be admon- ished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh. 13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole mat- ter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. 14 For God shall bring every work into judg- ment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. The Song of Solomon. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The church's love unto Christ. 5 She confesseth her deformity, 7 and prayeth to be directed to his Hock. 8 Christ directeth her to the shepherds' tents, 9 and shewing his love to her, 11 giveth her gracious pro- mises. 12 The church and Christ congratulate one an- other. THE song of songs, which is Solomon's. 2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth : for thy love is better than wine. 3 Because of the savour of thy good ointments thy name is as ointment poured forth, therefore do the virgins love thee. 4 Draw me, we will run after thee: the king hath brought me into his chambers: we will be glad and rejoice in thee, we will remember thy love more than wine: the upright love thee. 5 I am black, but comely, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon. 6 Look not upon me, because I am black, be- cause the sun hath looked upon me: my mother's children were angry with me; they made me the keeper of the vineyards; but mine own vineyard have I not kept. 7 Tell me, O thou whom my soul loveth, where thou feedest, where thou makest thy flock Ifn rest at noon : for why should I be as ono that turneth. aside by the flocks of thy companions? 484 Christ's care of the church. SOLOMON'S SONG, II. (2) The church's victory. 8 If thou know not, O thou fairest among women, go thy way forth by the footsteps of the flock, and feed thy kids beside the shepherds' tents. 9 I have compared thee, O my love, to a com- pany of horses in Pharaoh's chariots. 10 Thy cheeks are comely with rows of jewels, thy neck with chains of gold. 11 We will make thee borders of gold with studs of silver. 12 While the king sitteth at his table, my spikenard sendeth forth the smell thereof. 13 A bundle of myrrh is my wellbeloved unto me; he shall lie all night betwixt my breasts. 14 My beloved is unto me as a cluster of cam- phire in the vineyards of En-gedi. 15 Behold, thou art fair, my love ; behold, thou art fair; thou hast doves' eyes. 16 Behold, thou art fair, my beloved, yea, pleas- ant: also our bed is green. 17 The beams of our house are cedar, and our rafters of fir. CHAPTER n. (2) 1 The mutual love of Christ and his church. 8 The hope, 10 and calling of the church. 14 Christ's care of the church. 16 The profession of the church, her faith and hope. I AM the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys. 2 As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. 3 As the apple tree among the trees of the wood, so is my beloved among the sons. I sat down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste. 4 He brought me to the banqueting house, and his banner over me was love. 5 Stay me with flagons, comfort me "with ap- ples: for I am sick of love. 6 His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me. 7 I charge you, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, by the roes, and by the hinds of the field, that ye stir not up, nor awake my love, till he please. 8 The voice of my beloved! behold, he cometh leaping upon the mountains, skipping upon the hills. 9 My beloved is like a roe or a young hart : be- hold, he standeth behind our wall, he looketh forth at the windows, shewing himself through the lattice. 10 My beloved spake, and said unto me, Rise up, my love, my fair one, and come away. 11 For, lo, the winter is past, the rain is over and gone; 12 The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of birds is come, and the voice of the turtle is heard in our land; 13 The fig tree putteth forth her green figs, and the vines with the tender grape give a good smell. Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away. 14 O my dove, that art in the clefts of the rock, id the secret places of the stairs, let me see thy countenance, let me hear thy voice; for sweet is thy voice, and thy countenance is comely. 15 Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines : for our vines have tender grapes. 16 My beloved is mine, and I am his: he feed- eth among the lilies. 17 Until the day break, and the shadows flee away, turn, my beloved, and be thou like a roe or a young hart upon the mountains of Bether. CHAPTER III. (3) 1 The church's fight and victory in temptation. 6 The church glorieth in Christ. BY night on my bed I sought him whom my soul loveth: I sought him, but I found him not. 2 I will rise now, and go about the city in the streets, and in the broad ways I will seek him whom my soul loveth: I sought him, but I found him not. 3 The watchmen that go about the city found me: to whom I said, Saw ye him whom my soul loveth? 4 It was but a little that I passed from them, but I found him whom my soul loveth: I held him, and would not let him go, until I had brought him into my mother's house, and into the chamber of her that conceived me. 5 I charge you, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, by the roes, and by the hinds of the field, that ye stir not up, nor awake my love, till he please. 6 Who is this that cometh out of the wilder- ness like pillars of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all powders of the mer- chant? 7 Behold his bed, which is Solomon's; three- score valiant men are about it, of the valiant of Israel. 8 They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night. 9 King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon. 10 He made the pillars thereof of silver, the bottom thereof of gold, the covering of it of pur- ple, the midst thereof being paved with love 1 , for the daughters of Jerusalem. 11 Go forth, O ye daughters of Zion, and be- hold king Solomon with the crown wherewith his mother crowned him in the day of his espousals, and in the day of the gladness of his heart. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Christ setteth forth the graces of the church. 8 He sbeweth his love to her. 16 The church prayeth to be made fit for his presence. BEHOLD, thou art fair, my love; behold, thou art fair; thou hast doves' eyes within thy locks : thy hair is as a flock of goats, that appear from mount Gilead. 2 Thy teeth are like a flock of sheep that are even shorn, which came up from the washing; whereof every one bear twins, and none is bar- ren among them. 3 Thy lips are like a thread of scarlet, and thy speech is comely: thy temples are like a piece of a pomegranate within thy locks. 485 A description of Christ SOLOMON'S SONG, V. (5) V by his graces. 4 Thy neck is like the tower of David builded for an armoury, whereon there hang a thousand bucklers, all shields of mighty men. 5 Thy two breasts are like two young roes that are twins, which feed among the lilies. 6 Until the day break, and the shadows flee away, I will get me to the mountain of myrrh, and to the hill of frankincense. 7 Thou art all fair, my love, there is no spot in thee. 8 Come with me from Lebanon, my spouse, with me from Lebanon: look from the top of Amana, from the top of Shenir and Hermon, from the lions' dens, from the mountains of the leopards. 9 Thou hast ravished my heart, my sister, my spouse; thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, with one chain of thy neck. 10 How fair is thy love, my sister, my spouse! how much better is thy love than wine! and the smell of thine ointments than all spices! 11 Thy lips; O my spouse, drop as the honey- comb : honey and milk are under thy tongue ; and the smell of thy garments is like the smell of Lebanon. 12 A garden inclosed is my sister, my spouse; a spring shut up, a fountain sealed. 13 Thy plants are an orchard of pomegranates, with pleasant fruits; camphire, with spikenard, 14 Spikenard and saffron-; calamus and cinna- mon, with all trees of frankincense; myrrh and aloes, with all the chief spices: 15 A fountain of gardens, a well of living waters, and streams from Lebanon. 16 Awake, O north wind ; and come, thou south ; blow upon my garden, that the spices thereof may flow out. Let my beloved come into his garden, and eat his pleasant fruits. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Christ awaketh the church with his calling. 2 The church having a taste of Christ's love is sick of love. 9 A description of Christ by his graces. I AM come into my garden, my sister, my spouse: I have gathered my myrrh with my spice; I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk: eat, O friends; drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved. 2 I sleep, but my heart waketh: it is the voice of my beloved that knocketh, saying, Open to me, my sister, my love, my dove, my undefiled: for my head is filled with dew, and my locks with the drops of the night. 3 I have put off my coat; how shall I put it on? I have washed my feet; how shall I defile them? 4 My beloved put in his hand by the hole of the door, and my bowels were moved for him. 5 I rose up to open to my beloved; and my hands dropped with myrrh, and my fingers with sweet smelling myrrh, upon the handles of the lock. 6 I opened to my beloved ; but my beloved had withdrawn himself, and was gone: my soul failed when he spake: I sought him, but I could not find him; I called him, but he gave me no answer. 7 The watchmen that went about the city found me, they smote me, they wounded me; the keepers of the walls took away my veil from me. 8 I charge you, O daughters of Jerusalem, if ye find my beloved, that ye tell him, that I am sick of love. 9 What is thy beloved more than another be- loved, O thou fairest among women? what is thy beloved more than another beloved, that thou dost so charge us? 10 My beloved is white and ruddy, the chiefest among ten thousand. 11 His head is as the most fine gold, his locks are bushy, and black as a raven. 12 His eyes are as the eyes of doves by the rivers of waters, washed with milk, and fitly set. 13 His cheeks are as a bed of spices, as sweet flowers: his lips like lilies, dropping sweet smell- ing myrrh. 14 His hands are as gold rings set with the beryl: his belly is as bright ivory overlaid with sapphires. 15 His legs are as pillar's of marble, set upon sockets of fine gold: his countenance is as Leb- anon, excellent as the cedars. 16 His mouth is most sweet: yea, he is alto- gether lovely. This is my beloved, and this is my friend, O daughters of Jerusalem. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The church professeth her faith in Christ. 4 Christ sheweth the graces of the church, 10 and his love towards her. WHITHER is thy beloved gone, O thou fair- est among women? whither is thy beloved turned aside? that we may seek him with thee. 2 My beloved is gone down into his garden, to the beds of spices* to feed in the gardens, and to gather lilies. 3 I am my beloved's, and my beloved" is mine : he feedeth among the lilies. 4 Thou art beautiful, O my love, as Tirzah, comely as Jerusalem, terrible as an army with banners. 5 Turn away thine eyes from me, for they have overcome me : thy hair is as a flock of goats that appear from Gilead. 6 Thy teeth are as a flock of sheep which go up from the washing, whereof every one beareth twins, and there is not one barren among them. 7 As a piece of a pomegranate are thy temples within thy locks. 8 There are threescore queens, and fourscore concubines, and virgins without number. 9 My dove, my undefiled is but one; she is the only one of her mother, she is the choice one of her that bare her. The daughters saw her, and blessed her; yea, the queens and the concubines, and they praised her. 10 Who is she that looketh forth as the morn- ing, fair as the moon, clear as the sun, and ter- rible as an army with banners? 11 I went down into the garden of nuts to see the fruits of the valley, and to 1 see whether the vine flourished, and the pomegranates budded. 12 Or ever I was aware, my soul made me like the chariots of Ammi-nadib. 486 The church's graces. ISAIAH, I. (1) The vehemency of love. 13 Return, return, O Shulamite; return, return, that we may look upon thee. What will ye see in the Shulamite? As it were the company of two armies. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 A further description of the church's graces. 10 The church professeth her faith and desire. HOW beautiful are thy feet with shoes, O prince's daughter! the joints of thy thighs are like jewels, the work of the hands of a cun- ning workman. 2 Thy navel is like a round goblet, which want- eth not liquor: thy belly is like an heap of wheat set about with lilies. 3 Thy two breasts are like two young roes that are twins. 4 Thy neck is as a tower of ivory; thine eyes like the fishpools in Heshbon, by the gate of Bath- rabbim: thy nose is as the tower of Lebanon which looketh toward Damascus. 5 Thine head upon thee is like Carmel, and the hair of thine head like purple ; the king is held in the galleries." 6 How fair and how pleasant art thou, O love, for delights! 7 This thy stature is like to a palm tree, and thy breasts to clusters of grapes. 8 I said, I will go up to the palm tree, I will take hold of the boughs thereof: now also thy breasts shall be as clusters of the vine, and the smell of thy nose like apples; 9 And the roof of thy mouth like the best wine for my beloved, that goeth down sweetly, causing the lips of those that are asleep to speak. 10 I am my beloved's, and his desire is toward me. 11 Come, my beloved, let us go forth into the field ; let us lodge in the villages. 12 Let us get up early to the vineyards ; let us see if the vine flourish, whether the tender grape appear, and the pomegranates bud forth: there will I give thee my loves. 13 The mandrakes give a smell, and at our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 The love of the church to Christ. 6 The vehemency of love. S The calling of the Gentiles. 14 The church prayeth for Christ's coniing.< OTHAT thou wert as my brother, that sucked the breasts of my mother! when I should find thee without, I would kiss thee; yea, I should not be despised. 2 I would lead thee', and bring thee into my mother's house, who would instruct me: I would cause thee to drink of spiced wine of the juice of my pomegranate. 3 His left hand should be under my head, and his right hand should embrace 1 me. 4 1 charge you, O daughters of Jerusalem, that ye stir not up, nor awake my love, until he please. 5 Who is this that cometh up from the wilder- ness, leaning upon her beloved? I raised thee up under the apple tree: there thy mother brought thee forth : there she brought thee forth that bare thee. 6 Set me as a seal upon thine heart, as a seal upon thine arm: for love is strong as death; jealousy is cruel as the grave: the coals thereof are coals of fire, which hath a most vehement flame. 7 Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it: if a man would give all the substance of his house for love, it would utterly be contemned. 8 We have a little sister, and she hath no breasts: what shall we do for our sister in the day when she shall be spoken for? 9 If she be a wall, we will build upon her a palace of silver: and if she be a door, we will in- close her with boards of cedar. 10 I am a wall, and my breasts like towers: then was I in his eyes as one that found favour. 11 Solomon had a vineyard at Baal-hamon ; he let out the vineyard unto keepers; every one for the fruit thereof was to bring a thousand pieces of silver. 12 My vineyard, which is mine, is before me: thou, O-'Solomon, must have a thousand, and those that keep the fruit thereof two hundred. 13 Thou that dwellest in the gardens the com- panions hearken'to. thy voice: cause me to hear it. 14 Make haste, my beloved, and be thou like to a roe or to a young hart upon the mountain of soices. The Book of the Prophet Isaiah. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Isaiah complaineth of Judah for her rebellion. 5 He lainenteth her judgments. 10 He upbraideth their whole service. 16 He exhorteth to repentance, witli promises and threatenings. 21 Bewailing their wick- edness, lie denounceth God's judgments. 25 He pro- miseth grace, 28 and threateneth destruction to the wicked. THE vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz, which he saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kines of Judah. 2 Hear, O heavens, and give ear, O earth: for the Lord hath spoken, I have nourished and brought up children, and they have rebelled against me. 3 The ox knoweth his owner, and the ass his master's crib : but Israel doth not know, my peo- ple doth not consider. 4 Ah sinful nation, a people laden with in- iquity, a seed of evildoers, children that are cor- rupters: they have forsaken the Lord, they have provoked the Holy One of Israel unto anger, they. 487 In Isaiah's exhortation. 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(2) The corning of Christ's kingdom. are gone away backward. 5 Why should ye be stricken any more? ye will revolt more and more: the whole head is sick, and the whole heart faint. 6 From the sole of the foot even unto the head there is no soundness in it; but wounds, and bruises, and putrifying sores: they have not been closed, neither bound up, neither mollified with ointment. 7 Your country is desolate, your cities are burned with fire i your land, strangers devour it in your presence, and it is desolate, as overthrown by strangers. 8 And the daughter of Zion is left as a cottage in a vineyard, as a lodge in a garden of cucumbers, as a besieged city. 9 Except the Lord of hosts had left unto us a very small remnant, we should have been as Sodom, and we should have been like unto Gomor- rah. 10 Hear the word of the Lord, ye rulers of Sodom ; give ear unto the law of our God, ye peo- ple of Gomorrah. 11 To what purpose is the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the Lord: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. 12 When ye come to appear before me, who hath required this at your hand, to tread my courts? 18 Bring no more vain oblations; incense is an abomination unto me; the new moons and sab- baths, the calling of assemblies, I cannot away with; it is iniquity, even the solemn meeting. 14 Your new moons and your appointed feasts my soul hateth : they are a trouble unto me ; I am weary to bear them. 15 And when ye spread forth your hands, I will hide mine eyes from you : yea, when ye make many prayers, I will not hear: your hands are full of blood. 16 Wash you, make you clean: put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to do evil; 17 Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. 18 Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sjns be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool. "" 19 If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land : 20 But if ye refuse and rebel, ye shall be de- voured with the sword : for the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it. 21 How is the'faithful city become an harlot! it was full of judgment; righteousness lodged in it; but now murderers. 22 Thy silver is become dross, thy wine mixed with water: 23 Thy princes are rebellious, and companions of thieves: every one loveth gifts, and followeth after rewards: they judge not the fatherless, neither doth the cause of the widow come unto them. 24 Therefore saith the Lord, the Lord of hosts, the mighty One of Israel, Ah, I will ease me of mine adversaries, and avenge me of mine enemies. 25 And I will turn my hand upon thee, and purely purge' away thy dross, and take away all thy tin: 26 And I will restore thy judges as at the first, and thy counsellors as at the beginning: after- ward thou shalt be called, The city of righteous- ness, the faithful city. 27 Zion shall be redeemed with judgment, and her converts with righteousness. 28 And the destruction of the transgressors and of the sinners shall be together, and they that forsake the Lord shall be consumed. 29 For they shall be ashamed of the oaks which ye have desired, and ye shall be confounded for the gardens that ye have chosen. 30 For ye shall be as an oak whose leaf fadeth, and as a garden that hath no water. 31 And the strong shall be as tow, and the maker of it as a spark, and they shall both burn together, and none shall quench them. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Isaiah prophesieth the coming of Christ's kingdom. 6 Wickedness is the cause of God's forsaking. 10 He exhorteth to fear, because of the powerful effects of God's majesty. THE word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. 2 And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the Lord's house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it. 3 And many people shall go and say, Come ye, and let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob; and he will»teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths: for out of Zion shall go forth the law, and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem. 4 And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. 5 O house of Jacob, come ye, and let us walk in the light of the Lord. 6 Therefore thou hast forsaken thy people the house of Jacob, because they be replenished from the east, and are soothsayers like the Philistines, and they please themselves in the children of strangers. 7 Their land also is full of silver and gold, neither is there any end of their treasures; their land is also full of horses, neither is there any end of their chariots: 8 Their land also is full of idols; they worship the work of their own hands, that which their own fingers have made: 9 And the mean man boweth down, and the 488 -* He exhorteth hi fear. 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(3) The oppression of the rulers. great man humbleth himself: therefore forgive them not. 10 Enter into the rock, and hide thee in the dust, for fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his majesty. 11 The lofty looks of man shall be humbled, and the haughtiness of men shall be bowed down, and the Lord alone shall be exalted in that day. 12 For the day of the Lord of hosts shall be upon every one that is proud and lofty, and upon every one that is lifted up; and he shall be brought low: 13 And upon all the cedars of Lebanon, that are high and lifted up, and upon all the oaks of Bashan, 14 And upon all the high mountains, and upon all the hills that are lifted up, 15 And upon every high tower, and upon every fenced wall, 16 And upon all the ships of Tarshish, and upon all pleasant pictures. 17 And the loftiness of man shall be bowed down, and the haughtiness of men shall be made low : and the Lord alone shall be exalted in that day. 18 And the idols he shall utterly abolish. 19 And they shall go into the holes of the rocks, and into the caves of the earth, for fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his majesty, when he ariseth to shake terribly the earth. 20 In that day a man shall cast his idols of sil- ver, and his idols of gold, which they made each one for himself to worship, to the moles and to the bats ; 21 To go into the clefts of the rocks, and into the tops of the ragged rocks, for fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his majesty, when he ariseth to shake terribly the earth. 22 Cease ye from man, whose breath is in his nostrils: for wherein is he to be accounted of? CHAPTER ni. (3) 1 The great confusion which cometh by sin. 9 The im- pudency of the people. 12 The oppression and cove- tousness of the rulers. 1G The judgments which shall be for the pride of the women. FOR, behold, the Lord, the Lord of hosts, doth take away from Jerusalem and from Judah the stay and the staff, the whole stay of bread, and the whole stay of water, 2 The mighty' man, and the man of war, the judge, and the prophet, and the prudent, and the ancient, 3 The captain of fifty, and the honourable man, and the counsellor, and the cunning artificer, and the eloquent orator. 4 And I will give children to be their princes, and babes shall -rule over them. 5 And the people shall be oppressed, every one by another, and every one by his neighbour: the child shall behave himself proudly against the ancient, and the base against the honourable. 6 When a man shall take hold of his brother of the house of his father, saying, Thou hast cloth- ing, be thou our ruler, and let this ruin be under thy hand: 7 In that day shall he swear, saying, I will not be an healer; for in my house is neither bread nor clothing: make me not a ruler of the people. 8 For Jerusalem is ruined, and Judah is fallen: because their tongue and their doings are against the Lord, to provoke the eyes of his glory. 9 The shew of their countenance doth witness against them; and they declare their sin as Sod- om, they hide it not. Woe unto their soul! for they have rewarded evil unto themselves. 10 Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him : for they shall eat the fruit of their do- ings. 11 Woe unto the wicked! it shall be ill with him: for the reward of his hands shall be given him. 12 As for my people, children are their oppres- sors, and women rule over them. O my people, they which lead thee cause thee to err, and de- stroy the way of thy paths. 13 The Lord standeth up to plead, and standeth. to judge the people. 14 The Lord will enter into judgment with the ancients of his people, and the princes thereof: for ye have eaten up the vineyard ; the spoil of the poor is in your houses. 15 What mean ye that ye beat my people to pieces, and grind the faces of the poor? saith the Lord God of hosts. 16 Moreover the Lord saith, Because the daugh- ters of Zion are haughty, and walk with stretched forth necks and wanton eyes, walking and minc- ing as they go, and making a tinkling with their feet: 17 Therefore the Lord will smite with a scab the crown of the head of. the daughters of Zion, and the Lord will discover their secret parts. 18 In that day the Lord will take away the bravery of their tinkling ornaments about their feet, and their cauls, and their round tires like the moon, 19 The chains, and the bracelets, and the mufflers, 20 The bonnets, and the ornaments of the legs, and the headbands, and the tablets, and the ear- rings, 21 The rings, and nose jewels, 22 The changeable suits of apparel, and the mantles, and the wimples, and the crisping pins, 23 The glasses, and the fine linen, and the hoods, and the vails. 24 And it shall come to pass, that instead of sweet smell there shall be stink ; and instead of a girdle a rent; and instead of well set hair bald^ ness; and instead of a stomacher a girding of sackcloth; and burning instead of beauty. 25 Thy men shall faffi by the sword, and thy mighty in the war. 26 And her gates shall lament and mourn; and she being desolate shall sit upon the ground. CHAPTER IV. (4) In the extremity of evils, Christ's kingdom shall be a sanctuary. AND in that day seven women shall take hold of one man, saying, We will eat our own 489 w The blessings of Christ's kingdom. ISAIAH, V. (5) God's judgments for sin. bread, and wear our own apparel : only let us be called by thy name, to take away our reproach. 2 In that day shall the branch of the Lord be beautiful and glorious, and the fruit of the earth shall be excellent and comely for them that are escaped of Israel. 3 And it shall come to pass, that he that is left in Zion, and he that remaineth in Jerusalem, shall be called holy, even every one that is writ- ten among the living in Jerusalem: 4 When the Lord shall have washed away the filth of the daughters of Zion, and shall have purged the blood of Jerusalem from the midst thereof by the spirit of judgment, and by the spirit of burning. 5 And the Lord will create upon every dwelling place of mount Zion, and upon her assemblies, a cloud and smoke by day, and a shining o£ a flam- ing fire by night : for upon all the glory shall be a defence. 6 And there shall be a tabernacle for a shadow in the daytime from the heat, and for a place of refuge, and for a covert from storm and from rain. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Under the parable of a vineyard God excuseth his severe judgment. 8 His judgments upon covetous- ness, 11 upon laseiviousness, 13 upon impiety, 20 and upon injustice. 26 The executioners of God's judg- ments. "TVT OW will I sing to my wellbeloved a song of -l-ll my beloved touching his vineyard. My wellbeloved hath a vineyard in a very fruitful hill: 2 And he fenced it, and gathered out the stones thereof, and planted it with the choicest vine, and built a tower in the midst of it, and also made a winepress therein : and he looked thai it should bring forth grapes, and it brought forth wild grapes. 3 And now, O inhabitants of Jerusalem, and men of Judah, judge, I pray you, betwixt me and my vineyard. 4 What could have been done more to my vine- yard, that I have not done in it? wherefore, when I looked that it should bring forth grapes, brought it forth wild grapes? 5 And now go to ; I will tell you what I will do to my vineyard : I will take away the hedge there- of, and it shall be eaten up; and break down the wall thereof, and it shall be trodden down: 6 And I will lay it waste: it shall not be pruned, nor digged; but there shall come up briers and thorns: I will also command the clouds that they rain no rain upon it. 7 For the vineyard of the Lord of hosts is the house of Israel, and the men of Judah his pleasant plant: and he looked for judgment, but behold oppression; for righteousness, but behold a cry. 8 Woe unto them that join house to house, that lay field to field, till there be no place, that they may be placed alone in the midst of the earth ! 9 In mine ears said the Lord of hosts, Of a truth many houses shall be desolate, even great and fair, without inhabitant. 10 Yea, ten acres of vineyard shall yield one bath, and the seed of an homer shall yield an ephah. 11 Woe unto them that rise up early in the morning, that they may follow strong drink ; that continue until night, till wine inflame them! 12 And the harp, and the viol, the tabret, and pipe, and wine, are in their feasts: but they re- gard not the work of the Lord, neither consider the operation of his hands. 13 Therefore my people are gone into captivity, because they have no knowledge: and their hon- ourable men are famished, and their multitude dried up with thirst. 14 Therefore hell hath enlarged herself, and opened her mouth without measure: and their glory, and their multitude, and their pomp, and he that rejoiceth, shall descend into it. 15 And the mean man shall be brought down, and the mighty man shall be humbled, and the eyes of the lofty shall be humbled : 16 But the Lord of hosts shall be exalted in judgment, and God that is holy shall be sancti- fied in righteousness. 17 Then shall the lambs feed after their man- ner, and the waste places of the fat ones shall strangers eat. 18 Woe unto them that draw iniquity with cords of vanity z and sin as it were with a cart rope: 19 That say, Let him make speed, and hasten his work, that we may see it : and let the counsel of the Holy One of Israel draw nigh and come, that we may know it! 20 Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! 21 Woe unto them that are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight! 22 Woe unto them that are mighty to drink wine, and men of strength to mingle strong drink: 23 Which justify the wicked for reward, and take away the righteousness of the righteous from him! 24 Therefore as the fire devoureth the stub- ble, and the flame consumeth the chaff, so their root shall be as rottenness, and their blossom shall go up as dust : because they have cast away the law of the Lord of hosts, and despised the word of the Holy One of Israel. 25 Therefore is the anger of the Lord kindled against his people, and he hath stretched forth his hand against them, and hath smitten them: and the hills did tremble, and their carcases were torn in the midst of the streets. For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still. 26 And he will lift up an ensign to the nations from far, and will hiss unto them from the end of the earth: and, behold, they shall come with speed swiftly: ISO Isaiah's vision. ISAIAH, VI. (G) Christ is promised. ^ 27 None shall be weary nor stumble among them; none shall slumber nor sleep; neither shall the girdle of their loins be loosed, nor the latchet of their shoes be broken: 28 Whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent, their horses' hoofs shall be counted like flint, and their wheels like a whirlwind: 29 Their roaring shall be like a lion, they shall roar like young lions: yea, they shall roar, and lay hold of the prey, and shall carry it away safe, and none shall deliver it. 30 And in that day they shall roar against them like the roaring of the sea: and if one look unto the land, behold darkness and sorrow, and the light is darkened in the heavens thereof. CHAPTER VI. (6.) 1 Isaiah, in a vision of the Lord in his glory, 5 being terrified, is confirmed for his message. 9 He sheweth the obstinacy of the people unto their desolation. 13 A remnant shall be saved. IN 'the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple. 2 Above it stood the seraphims: each one had six wings; with twain he covered his face, and with twain he covered his feet, and with twain he did fly. 3 And one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory. 4 And the posts of the door moved at the voice of him that cried, and the house was filled with smoke. 5 Then said I, Woe is me ! for I am undone ; be- cause I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts. 6 Then flew one of the seraphims unto me, hav- ing a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with the tongs from off the altar: 7 And he laid it upon my mouth, and said, Lo, this hath touched thy lips; and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin purged. 8 Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. 9 And he said, Go, and tell this people, Hear ye indeed, but understand not ; and see ye indeed, but perceive not. 10 Make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy, and shut their eyes; lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their heart, and convert, and be healed. 11 Then said I, Lord, how long? And he an- swered, Until the cities be. wasted without in- habitant, and the houses without man, and the land be utterly desolate, 12 And the Lord have removed men far away, and there be a great forsaking in the midst of the land. 13 But yet in it shall be a tenth, and it shall return, and shall be eaten: as a toil tree, and as an oak, whose substance is in them, when they cast their leaves: so the holy seed shall be the substance thereof. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Ahaz, being troubled with fear of Rezin and Pekah, is comforted by Isaiah. 10 Ahaz, having liberty to choose a sign, and refusing it, hath for a sign, Christ promised. 17 His judgment is prophesied to come by Assyria. AND it came to pass in the days of Ahaz the . son of Jotham, the son of Uzziah, king of Judah, that Rezin the king of Syria, and Pekah the son of Remaliah, king of Israel, went up to- ward Jerusalem to war against it, but could not prevail against it. 2 And it was told the house of David, saying, Syria is confederate with Ephraim. And his heart was moved, and the heart of his people, as the trees of the wood are moved with the wind. 3 Then said the Lord unto Isaiah, Go forth now to meet Ahaz, thou, and Shear- jashub thy son, at the end of the conduit of the upper pool in the highway of the fuller's field; 4 And say unto him, Take heed, and be quiet; fear not, neither be faint-hearted for the two tails of these smcking firebrands, for the fierce anger of Rezin with Syria, and of the son of Rem- aliah. 5 Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Rem- aliah, have taken evil counsel against thee, saying, 6 Let us go up against Judah, and vex it, and let us make a breach therein for us, and set a king in the midst of it, even the son of Tabeal : 7 Thus saith the Lord God, It shall not stand, neither shall it come to pass. 8 For the head of Syria is Damascus, and the head of Damascus is Rezin; and within three- score and five years shall Ephraim be broken, that it be not a people. 9 And the head of Ephraim is Samaria, and the head of Samaria is Remaliah's son. If ye will not believe, surely ye shall not be established. 10 Moreover the Lord spake again unto Ahaz, saying, 11 Ask thee a sign of the Lord thy God; ask it either in the depth, or in the height above. 12 But Ahaz said, I will not ask, neither will I tempt the Lord. 13 And he said, Hear ye now, O house of Da- vid ; Is it a small thing for you to weary men, but will ye weary my God also? 14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. 15 Butter and honey shall he eat, that he may know to refuse the evil, and choose the good. 16 For before the child shall know to refuse the evil, and choose the good, the land that thou abhorrest shall be forsaken of both her kings. 17 The Lord shall bring upon thee, and upon thy people, and upon thy father's house, days that have not come, from the day that Ephraim departed from Judah; even the king of Assyria. 18 And it shall come to pass in that day, that i the Lord shall hiss for the fly that is in the ut- 491 m God's judgments unresistible. ISAIAH, VIII. (8) Comfort to them that fear him. termost part of the rivers of Egypt, and for the hee that is in the land of Assyria. 19 And they shall come, and shall rest all of them in the desolate valleys, and in the holes of the rocks, and upon all thorns, and upon all bushes. . 20 In the same day shall the Lord shave with a razor that is hired, namely, by them beyond the river, by the king of Assyria, the head, and the hair of the feet: and it shall also consume the beard. 21 And it shall come to pass in that day, that a man shall nourish a young cow, and two sheep; 22 And it shall come to pass, for the abun- dance of milk that they shall give he shall eat butter: for butter and honey shall every one eat that is left in the land. 23 And it shall come to pass in that day, that every place shall be, where there were a thous- and vines at a thousand silverlings, it shall even be for briers and thorns. 24 With arrows and with bows shall men come thither; because all the land shall become briers and thorns. 25 And on all hills that shall be digged with the mattock, there shall not come thither the fear of briers and thorns: but it shall be for the sending forth of oxen, and for the treading of lesser cattle: chapter vrn. (8.) 1 In Maher-shalal-hash-baz, lie propbeiS'ieth that Syria and Israel shall be subdued by Assyria. 5 Judah likewise for their infidelity. 9 God's judgments shall be unresistible. 11 Comfort shall be to them that fear God. 19 Great afflictions to idolaters. MOREOVER the Lord said unto me, Take thee a great roll, and write in it with a man's pen concerning Maher-shalal-hash-baz. 2 And I took unto me faithful witnesses to record, Uriah the priest, and Zechariah the son of Jeberechiah. 3 And I went untoi the prophetess; and she conceived, and bare a son. Then said the Lord to me, Call his name Maher-shalal-hash-baz. 4 For before the child shall have knowledge to cry, My father, and my mother, the riches of Da- mascus and the spoil of Samaria shall be taken away before the king of Assyria. 5 The Lord spake also unto me again, saying, 6 Forasmuch as this people refuseth the waters of Shiloah that go softly, and rejoice in Rezin and Remaliah's son; 7 Now therefore, behold, the Lord bringeth up upon them the waters of the river, strong and many, even the king of Assyria, and all his glory: and he shall come up over all his channels, and go over all his banks: 8 And he shall pass through Judah; he shall overflow and go over, he shall reach even to the neck; and the stretching out of his wings shall fill the breadth of thy land, Immanuel. 9 Associate yourselves, O ye people, and ye shall be broken in pieces; and give ear, all ye of far countries: gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces; gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces. 10 Take counsel together, and it shall come to naught; speak the word, and it shall not stand: for God is with us. 11 For the Lord spake thus to me with a strong hand, and instructed me that I should not walk in the way of this people, saying, 12 Say ye not, A confederacy, to all them to whom this people shall say, A confederacy; neith- er fear ye their fear, nor be afraid. 13 Sanctify the Lord of hosts himself; and let him be your fear, and let him be your dread. 14 And he shall be for a sanctuary; but for a stone of stumbling and for a rock of offence to both the houses of Israel, for a gin and for a snare to the inhabitants of Jerusalem. 15 And many among them shall stumble, and fall, and be broken, and be snared, and be taken. 16. Bind up the testimony, seal the law among my disciples. 17 And I will wait upon the Lord, that hideth his face from the house of Jacob, and I will look for him. 18 Behold, I and the children whom the Lord hath given me are for signs and for wonders in Israel from the Lord of hosts, which dwelleth in mount Zion. 19 And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead? 20 To the law and to the testimony: if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light in them. 21 And thev shall pass through it, hardly be- stead and hungry: and it shall come to pass, that when they shall be hungry, they shall fret them- selves, and curse their king and their God, and look upward. 22 And they shall look unto the earth; and behold trouble and darkness, dimness of anguish; and thev shall be driven to darkness. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 What jov shall be in the midst of afflictions, by the kingdom ' and birth of Christ. 8 The judgments upon Israel for their pride, 13 for their hypocrisy, IS ana for their impenitency. ~]Vr EVERTHELESS the dimness shall not be -1AI such as was in her vexation, when at the first he lightly afflicted the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, and afterward did more grievously afflict her by the way of the sea, be- vond Jordan, in Galilee of the nations. 2 The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light: they that dwell in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined. 3 Thou hast multiplied the nation, and not in- creased the joy: they joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, and as men rejoice when they divide the spoil. i For thou hast broken the yoke of his burden, and the staff of his shoulder, the rod of his op- pressor, as in the day of Midian. 493 -*a Christ's birth and kingdom. ISAIAH, X. (10) Fall of Assyria foretold. 5 For every battle of the warrior is with con- fused noise, and garments rolled in blood; but this shall be with burning and fuel of fire. 6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonder- ful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. 7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to estab- lish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this. 8 The Lord sent a word into Jacob, and it hath lighted upon Israel. 9 And all the people shall know, even Ephraim and the inhabitant of Samaria, that say in the pride and stoutness of heart, 10 The bricks are fallen down, but we will build with hewai stones: the sycomores are cut down, but we will change them into cedars. 11 Therefore the Lord shall set up the adver- saries of Rezin against him, and join his ene- mies together; 12 The Syrians before, and the Philistines be- hind; and they shall devour Israel with open mouth. For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still. 13 For the people turneth not unto him that smiteth them, neither do they seek the Lord of hosts. 14 Therefore the Lord will cut off from Israel head and tail, branch and rush, in one day. 15 The ancient and honourable, he is the head ; and the prophet that teacheth lies, he is the tail. 16 For the leaders of this people cause them to err; and they that are led of them are de- stroyed. 17 Therefore the Lord shall have no joy in their young men, neither shall have mercy on their fatherless and widows: for every one is an hypocrite and an evildoer, and every mouth speaketh folly. For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still. 18 For wickedness burneth as the fire: it shall devour the briers and thorns, and shall kindle in the thickets of the forest, and they shall mount up like the lifting up of smoke. 19 Through the wrath of the Lord of hosts is the land darkened, and the people shall be as the fuel of the fire: no man shall spare his brother. 20 And he shall snatch on the right hand, and be hungry; and he shall eat on the left hand, and they shall not be satisfied: they shall eat every man the flesh of his own arm: 21 Manasseh, Ephraim; and Ephraim, Man- asseh: and they together shall be against Judah. For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 The Tvoe of tyrants. 5 Assyria, the rod of hypo- crites, for his pride shall be broken. 20 A remnant of Israel shall be saved. 24 Israel is comforted witn promise of deliverance from Assyria. "X/V7" OE unto them that decree unrighteous de- f V crees, and that write grievousness which they have prescribed; 2 To turn aside the needy from judgment, and to take away the right from the poor of my peo- ple, that widows may be their prey, and that they may rob the fatherless! 3 And what will ye do in the day of visitation, and in the desolation which shall come from far? to whom will ye flee for help? and where will ye leave your glory? 4 Without me they shall bow down under the prisoners, and they shall fall under the slain. For all this his anger is not turned away, ^ut his hand is stretched out still. 5 O Assyrian, the rod of mine anger, and the staff in their hand is mine indignation. 6 I will send him against an hypocritical na- tion, and against the people of my wrath will I give him a charge, to take the spoil, and to take the prey, and to tread them down like the mire of the streets. 7 Howbeit he meaneth not so, neither doth his heart think so; but it is in his heart to destroy and cut off nations not a few. 8 For he saith, Are not my princes altogether kings? 9 Is not Calno as Carchemish? is not Hamath as Arpad? is not Samaria as Damascus? 10 As my hand hath found the kingdoms of the idols, and whose graven images did excel them of Jerusalem and of Samaria; 11 Shall I not, as I have done unto Samaria and her idols; so do to Jerusalem and her idols? 12 Wherefore it shall come to pass, that when the Lord hath performed his whole work upon mount Zion and on Jerusalem, I will punish the fruit of the stout heart of the king of Assyria, and the glory of his high looks. 13 For he saith, By the strength of my hand I have done it, and by my wisdom ; for I am pru- dent: and I have removed the bounds of the peo- ple, and have robbed their treasures, and I have put down the inhabitants like a valiant man: 14 And my hand hath found as a nest the riches of the people: and as one gathereth eggs that are left, have I gathered all the earth; and there was none that moved the wing, or opened the mouth, or peeped. 15 Shall the ax boast itself against him that heweth therewith? or shall the saw magnify itself against him that shaketh it? as if. the rod should shake itself against them that lift it up, or as if the staff should lift up itself, as if it were no wood. 16 Therefore shall the Lord, the Lord of hosts, send among his fat ones leanness; and under his glory he shall kindle a burning like the burning of ,a Are. 17 And the light of Israel shall be for a fire, and his Holy One for a flame : and it shall burn and devour his thorns and his briers in one day; 18 And shall consume the glory of his forest, and of his fruitful field, both soul and body: and the wizards. 4 And the Egyptians will I give over into the hand of a cruel lord; and a fierce king shall rule over them, saith the Lord, the Lord of hosts. 5 And the waters shall fail from the sea, and the river shall be wasted and dried up. 6 And they shall turn the rivers far away ; and the brooks of defence shall be emptied and dried up: the reeds and flags shall wither. 7 The paper reeds by the brooks, by the mouth of the brooks, and every thing sown by the brooks, shall wither, be driven away, and be no' more. 8 The fishers also shall mourn, and all they, that cast angle into the brooks shall lament, and they that spread nets upon the waters shall lan- guish. 9 Moreover they that work in fine flax, and they that weave networks, shall be confounded. 10 And they shall be broken in the purposes thereof, all that make sluices and ponds for fish. 11 Surely the princes of Zoan are fools, the counsel of the wise counsellors of Pharaoh is be- come brutish how. say ye unto Pharaoh, I am the son of the wise, the son of ancient kings? 12 Where are they? where are thy wise men? and let them tell thee now, and let them know what the Lord of hosts hath purposed upon Egypt. 13 The princes of Zoan are become fools, the princes of Xoph are deceived; they have also m- duced Egypt, even they that are the stay of the tribes thereof. 14 The Lord hath mingled a perverse spirit in the midst thereof: and they have caused Egypt to err in every work thereof, as a drunken man staggereth in his vomit. 15 Neither shall there be any work for Egypt, which the head or tail, branch or rush, may do. 16 In that day shall Egypt be like unto women: and it shall be afraid and fear because of the shaking of the hand of the Lord of hosts, which he shaketh over it. 17 And the land of Judah shall be a terror unto Egypt, every one that maketh mention thereof shall be afraid in himself, because of the counsel of the Lord of hosts, which he hath determined against it. 18 In that day shall five cities in the land of Egypt speak the language of Canaan, and swear to the Lord of hosts; one shall be called, The city of destruction. 19 In that day shall there be an altar to the Lord in the midst of the land of Egypt, and a pil- lar at the border thereof to the Lord. 20 And it shall be for a sign and for a witness unto the Lord of hosts in the land of Egypt: for they shall cry unto the Lord because of the op- pressors, and he shall send them a saviour, and a great one, and he shall deliver them. 21 And the Lord shall be known to Egypt, and 'the Egyptians shall know the Lord in that day, and shall do sacrifice and oblation ; yea, they shall vow a vow unto the Lord, and perform it. 22 And the Lord shall smite Egypt: he shall smite and heal it: and they shall return even to the Lord, and he shall be intreated of them, and shall heal them. 23 In that day shall there be a highway out of Egypt to Assyria, and the Assyrian shall come into Egypt, and the Egyptian into Assyria, and the Egyptians shall serve with the Assyrians. 24 In that day shall Israel be the third with Egypt and with Assyria, even a blessing in the midst of the land: 25 Whom the Lord of hosts shall bless, say- ing Blessed be Egypt my people, and Assyria the work of my hands, and Israel mine inheritance. CHAPTER XX. (20) A type prefiguring the shameful captivity of Egypt and Ethiopia. IX the year that Tartan came unto Ashdod, (when Sargon the king of Assyria sent him,) and fought against Ashdod, and took it; 2 At the same time spake the Lord by Isaiah the son of Amoz, saying, Go and loose the sack- cloth from off thy loins, and put off thy shoe from thy foot. And he did so, walking naked and bare- foot. 3 And the Lord said, Like as my servant Isaiah hath walked naked and barefoot three years for a sign and wonder upon Egypt and upon Ethiopia; 4 So shall the king of Assyria lead away the Egyptians prisoners, and the Ethiopians captives, young and old, naked and barefoot, even with their buttocks uncovered, to the shame of Egypt. 5 And they shall be afraid and ashamed of Ethiopia their expectation, and of Egypt their glory. 6 And the inhabitant of this isle shall say in that day, Behold, such is our expectation, whith- er we flee for help to be delivered from the king of Assyria : and how shall we escape? CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 The prophet, bewailing the captivity of his people, seeth in a vision the fall of Babylon by the Medes and Persians. 11 Edom, scorning the prophet, is moved to repentance. 13 The set time of Arabia's calamity. THE burden of the desert of the sea. As whirl- winds in the south pass through; so it com- eth from the desert, from a terrible land. 2 A grievous vision is declared unto me; the treacherous dealer dealeth treacherously, and the spoiler spoileth. Go up, O Elam: besiege, O Me- 498 1 a it? CD '-'• (Oft •O P r- •-- >-• id B CD < R CO CD 2~ re » £. CD I 6 s§ 3g ■ 22- ■-*» 3 3- 2 CD ft CD COO cro c «= ja o p C 13 re Pi «> P c3 in •O E P pi CD <"* "2 >-l CD <* ._ J CD g2 B. CO >-3 p H CD M an fgi re - "S"0 ° H W CO l 3 P „ ►B CD _ £ Sq Oj CD - re 2. p CD "B~ ft CD 5 ? re i re ,,; 5S re ^ co sf m. P it E &o 2 B* B" £°^ •a _ re £t 2 m B H Hii The fall of Babylon. ISAIAH, XXII. (22) The invasion of Jewry. dia; all the sighing thereof have I made to cease. 3 Therefore are my loins filled with pain : pangs have taken hold upon me, as the pangs of a wom- an th;^ travaileth: I was bowed down at the hearing >f it ; I was dismayed at the seeing of it. 4 My iieart panted, fearfulness affrighted me: the night of my pleasure hath he turned into fear unto me. 5 Prepare the table, watch in the watchtower, eat, drink : arise, ye princes, and anoint the shield. 6 For thus hath the Lord said unto me, Go, set a watchman, let him declare what he seeth. 7 And he saw a chariot with a couple of horse- men, a chariot of asses, and a chariot of camels; and he hearkened diligently with much heed: 8 And he cried, A lion: My lord, I stand con- tinually upon the watchtower in the daytime, and I am set in my ward whole nights: 9 And, behold, here cometh a chariot of men, with a couple of horsemen. And he answered and said, Babylon is fallen, is fallen; and all the graven images of her gods he hath broken unto the ground. 10 O my threshing, and the corn of my floor: that which I have heard of the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, have I declared unto you. 11 The burden of Dumah. He calleth to me out of Seir, Watchman, what of the night? Watch- man, what of the night? 12 The watchman said, The morning cometh, and al ") the night: if ye will enquire, enquire ye: return, come. 13 The burden upon Arabia. In the forest in Arabia shall ye lodge, O ye travelling compan- ies of Dedanim. 14 The inhabitants of the land of Tema brought water to him that was thirsty, they pre- vented with their bread him that fled. 15 For they fled from the swords, from the drawn sword, and from the bent bow, and from the grievousness of war. 16 For thus hath the Lord said unto me, With- in a year, according to the years of an hireling, and all the glory of Kedar shall fail: 17 And the residue of the number of archers, the mighty men of the children of Jvedar, shall be diminished: for the Lord Go<2 of xsrael hath spoken it. CHAPTER XXII. (22) 1 The prophet lamenteth the invasion of Jewry by the Persians. 8 He reproveth their human wisdom and worldly joy. 15 He prophesieth Shebna's depriva- tion, 20 and Eliakim, prefiguring the kingdom of Christ, his substitution. THE burden of the valley of vision. What aileth thee now, that thou art wholly gone up to the housetops? 2 Thou that art full of stirs, a tumultuous city, a joyous city: thy slain men are not slain with the sword, nor dead in battle. 3 All thy rulers are fled together, they are bound by the archers: all that are found in thee are bound together, which have fled from far. 4 Therefore said I, Look away from me; I will weep bitterly, labour not to comfort me, because of the spoiling of the daughter of my people. 5 For it is a day of trouble, and of treading down, and of perplexity, by the Lord God of hosts in the valley of vision, breaking down the walls, and of crying to the mountains. 6 And Elam bare the quiver with chariots of men and horsemen, and Kir uncovered the shield. 7 And it shall come to pass, that thy choicest valleys shall be full of chariots, and the horsemen shall set themselves in array at the gate. 8 And he discovered the covering of Judah, and thou didst look in that day to the armour of the house of the forest. 9 Ye have seen also the breaches of the city of David, that they are many: and ye gathered to- gether the waters of the lower pool. 10 And ye have numbered the houses of Jeru- salem, and the houses have ye broken down to fortify the wall. 11 Ye made also a ditch between the two walls for the water of the old pool: but ye have not looked unto the maker thereof, neither had re- spect unto him that fashioned it long ago. 12 And in that day did the Lord God of hosts call to weeping, and to mourning, and to baldness, and to girding with sackcloth : 13 And behold joy and gladness, slaying oxen, and killing sheep, eating flesh, and drinking wine: let us eat and drink; for to morrow we shall die. 14 And it was revealed in mine ears by the Lord of hosts, Surely this iniquity shall not be purged from you till ye die, saith the Lord God of hosts. 15 Thus saith the Lord God of hosts, Go, get thee unto this treasurer, even unto Shebna, which is over the house, and say, 16 What hast thou here? and whom hast thou here, that thou hast hewed thee out a sepulchre here, as he that heweth him out a sepulchre on high, and that graveth an habitation for himself in a rock? 17 Behold, the Lord will carry thee away with a mighty captivity, and will surely cover thee. 18 He will surely violently turn and toss thee like a ball into a large country: there sha.lt thou die, and there the chariots of thy glory shall be the shame of thy lord's, house. 19 And I will drive thee from thy station, and from >thy state shall he pull thee down. 20 And it shall come to pass in that day, that T will call my servant Eliakim the son of Hilkiah: 21 And I will clothe him with thy robe, and strengthen him with thy girdle, and I will com- mit thy government into his hand: and he shall be a father to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and to the house of Judah. 22 And the key of the house of David will I lay upon his shoulder; so he shall open, and none shall shut; and he shall shut, and none shall open. 23 And I will fasten him as a nail in a sure place; and he shall be for a glorious throne to his father's house. 24 And they shall hang upon him all the glory 489 The miserable ISAIAH, XXIII. (23) overthrow of Tyre. of his father's house, the offspring and the issue, all vessels of small quantity, from the vessels of cups, even to all the vessels of fiagofis. 25 In that day, saith the Lord of hosts, shall the nail that is fastened in the sure place be re- moved, and be cut down, and fall ; and the burden that was upon it shall be cut off: for the Lord hath spoken it. CHAPTER XXIH. (23) 1 The miserable overthrow of Tyre. 17 Their unhappy return. THE burden of Tyre. Howl, ye ships of Tar- shish; for it is laid waste, so that there is no house, no entering in : from the land of Ohittim it is revealed to them. 2 Be still, ye inhabitants of the isle; thou whom the merchants of Zidon, that pass over the sea, have replenished. 3 And by great waters the seed of Sihor, the harvest of the river, is her revenue; and she is a mart of nations. 4 Be thou ashamed, O Zidon: for the sea hath spoken, even the strength of the sea, saying, 1 travail not, nor bring forth children, neither do 1 nourish up young men, nor bring up virgins. 5 As at the report concerning Egypt, so shall they be sorely pained at the report of Tyre. 6 Pass ye over to Tarshish; howl, ye inhabit- ants of the isle. 7 Is this your joyous city, whose antiquity is of ancient days? her own feet shall carry her afar off to sojourn. 8 Who hath taken this counsel against Tyre, the crowning city, whose merchants are princes, whose traffickers are the honourable of the earth? 9 The Lord of hosts hath purposed it, to stain the pride of all glory, and to bring into contempt all the honourable of the earth. 10 Pass through thy land as a river, O daugh- ter of Tarshish: there is no more strength. 11 He stretched out his hand over the sea, lie shook the kingdoms: the Lord hath given a com- mandment against the merchant city, to destroy the strong holds thereof. 12 And he said, Thou shalt no more rejoice, O thou oppressed virgin, daughter of Zidon: arise, pass over to Chittinr there also shalt thou have no rest. 13 Behold the land of the Chaldeans; this peo- ple was not, till the Assyrian founded it for them that dwell in the wilderness: they set up the tow- ers thereof, they raised up the palaces thereof; and he brought it to ruin. 14 Howl, ye ships of Tarshish: for your strength is laid waste. 15 And it shall come to pass in that day, that Tyre shall be forgotten seventy years, according to the days of one king: after the end of seventy years shall Tyre sing as an harlot. 16 Take an harp, go about the city thou harlot that hast been forgotten; make sweet melody, sing many songs, that thou mayest be remem- bered. 17 And it shall come to pass after the end of seventy years, that the Lord will visit Tyre, and she shall turn to her hire, and shall commit forni- cation with all the kingdoms of the world upon the face of the earth. 18 And her merchandise and her hire ahall be holiness to the Lord: it shall not be treasured nor laid up; for her merchandise shall be for them that dwell before the Lord, to eat sufficiently, and for durable clothing. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) 1 The doleful judgments of God upon the land. 13 A remnant shall joyfully praise him. 16 God in his judg- ments shall advance his kingdom. BEHOLD, the Lord maketh the earth empty, and maketh it waste, and turneth it upside down, and scattereth abroad the inhabitants thereof. 2 And it shall be, as witk che people, so with the priests; as with the servant, so with his mas- ter; as with the maid, so with her mistress; as with the buyer, so with the seller; as with the lender, so with the borrower; as with the taker of usury, so with the giver of usury to him. 3 The land shall be utterly emptied, and ut- terly spoiled : for the Lord hath spoken this word. 4 The earth mourneth and fadeth away, the world languisheth and fadeth away, the haughty people of the earth do languish. 5 The earth also is defiled under the inhabit- ants thereof; because they have transgressed the laws, changed the ordinance, broken the everlast- ing covenant. 6 Therefore hath the curse devoured the earth, and they that dwell therein are desolate: there- fore the inhabitants of the earth are burned, and few men left. 7 The new wine mourneth, the vine languish- eth, all the merryhearted do sigh. 8 The mirth of tabrets ceaseth, the noise of them that rejoice endeth, the joy of the harp ceaseth. 9 They shall not drink wine with a song; strong drink shall be bitter to them that drink it. 10 The city of confusion is broken down : every house is shut up, that no man may come in. 11 There is a crying for wine in the streets; all joy is darkened, the mirth of the land is gone. 12 In the city is left desolation, and the gate is smitten with destruction. 13 When thus it shall be in the midst of the land among the people, there shall be as the shaking of an olive tree, and as the gleaning grapes when the vintage is done. 14 They shall lift up their voice, they shall sing for the majesty of the Lord, they shall cry aloud from the sea. 15 Wherefore glorify ye the Lord in the fires, oven the name of the Lord God of Israel in the dies of the sea. 16 From the uttermost part of the earth have we heard songs, even glory to the righteous.. 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(25) Song inciting confidence in God. thee, O inhabitant of the earth. 18 And it shall come to pass, that he who fleeth from the noise of the fear shall fall into the pit; and he that cometh up out of the midst of the pit shall be taken in the snare : for the win- dows from on high are open, and the foundations of the earth do shake. 19 The earth is utterly broken down, the earth is clean dissolved, the earth is moved exceedingly. 20 The earth shall reel to and fro like a drunk- ard, and shall be removed like a cottage ; and the transgression thereof shall be heavy upon it ; and it shall fall, and not rise again. 21 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the Lord shall punish the host of the high ones that are on high, and the kings of the earth upon the earth. 22 And they shall be gathered together, as prisoners are gathered in the pit, and shall be shut up in the prison, and after many days shall they be visited. 23 Then the moon shall be confounded, and the sun ashamed, when the Lord of hosts shall reign in mount Zion, and in Jerusalem, and before his ancients gloriously. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 The prophet praiseth God, for his judgmerts, 6 for his saving benefits, 9 and for his victorious salvation. OLORD, thou art my God ; I will exalt thee, I will praise thy name; for thou hast done wonderful things; thy counsels of old are faith- fulness and truth. 2 For thou hast made of a city an heap; of a defenced city a ruin: a palace of strangers to be no city; it shall never be built. 3 Therefore shall the strong people glorify thee, the city of the terrible nations shall fear thee. 4 For thou hast been a strength to the poor, a strength to the needy in his distress, a refuge from the storm, a shadow from the heat, when the blast of the terrible ones is as a storm against the wall. 5 Thou shalt bring down the noise of strangers, as the heat in a dry place; even the heat with the shadow of a cloud: the branch of the terrible ones shall be brought low. 6 And in this mountain shall the Lord of hosts make unto all people a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined. 7 And he will destroy in this mountain the face of the covering cast over all people, and the vail that is spread over all nations. 8 He will swallow up death in victory; and the Lord God will wipe away tears from off all faces ; and the rebuke of his people shall he take away from off all the earth: for the Lord hath spoken it. 9 And it shall be said in that day, Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, and he will save us: this is the Lord; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation. 10 For in this mountain shall the hand of the Lord rest, and Moab shall be trodden down un- der him, even as straw is trodden down for the dunghill. 11 And he shall spread forth his hands in the midst of them, as he that swimmeth spreadeth forth his hands to swim: and he shall bring down their pride together with the spoils of their hands. 12 And the fortress of the high fort of thy walls shall he bring down, lay low, and bring to the ground, even to the dust. CHAPTER XXVI. (2G) 1 A song inciting to confidence in God, 5 for his judg- ments, 12 and for his favour to his people. 20 An ex- hortation to wait on God. IN that day shall this song be sung in the land of Judah; We have a strong city; salvation will God appoint for walls and bulwarks. 2 Open ye the gates, that the righteous nation which keepeth the truth may enter in. 3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thea 4 Trust ye in the Lord for ever : for in the Lord JEHOVAH is everlasting strength: 5 For he bringeth down them that dwell on high; the lofty city, he layeth it low; he layeth it low, even to the ground; he bringeth it even to the dust. 6 The foot shall tread it down, even the feet of the poor, and the steps of the needy. 7 The way of the 1 just is uprightness: thou, most upright, dost weigh the path of the just. 8 Yea, in the way of thy judgments, O Lord, have we waited for thee; the desire of our soul is to thy name, and to the remembrance of thee. 9 With my soul have I desired thee in the night; yea, with my spirit within me will I seek thee early: for when thy judgments are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will learn righteousness. 10 Let favour be shewed to the wicked, yet will he not learn righteousness; in the land of up- rightness will he deal unjustly, and will not be- hold the majesty of the Lord. 11 Lord, when thy hand is lifted up, they will not see: but they shall see, and be ashamed for their envy at the people; yea, the fire of thine ene- mies shall devour them. 12 Lord, thou wilt ordain peace for us: for thou also hast wrought all our works in us. 13 O Lord our God, other lords beside thee have had dominion over us: but by thee only will we make mention of thy name. 14 They are dead, they shall not live; they are deceased, they shall not rise; therefore hast thou visited and destroyed them, and made all their memory to perish. 15 Thou hast increased the nation, O Lord, thou hast increased the nation: thou art glorified: thou hadst removed it far unto all the ends of the earth. 16 Lord, in trouble have they visited thee, they poured out a prayer when thy chastening was upon them. 17 Like as a woman with child, that draweth 501 Care of God over his vineyard. ISAIAH, XXVII. (27) Ephraim is threatened. near the time of her delivery, is in pain, and crieth out in her pangs; so have we been in thy sight, Lord. 18 We have been with child, we have been in pain, we have as it were brought forth wind ; we have not wrought any deliverance in the earth; neither have the inhabitants of the world fallen. 19 Thy dead men shall live, together with my dead body shall they arise. Awake and sing, ye that dwell in dust: for thy dew is as the dew of herbs, and the earth shall cast out the dead. 20 Come, my people, enter thou into thy cham- bers, and shut thy doors about thee: hide thyself as it were for a little moment, until the indigna- tion be overpast. 21 For, behold, the Lord cometh out of his place to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity: the earth also shall disclose her blood, and shall no more cover her slain. CHAPTER XXVII. (27) 1 The care of God over his vineyard. 7 His chastise- ments differ from judgments. 12 The church of Jews and Gentiles. IN that day the Lord with his sore and great and strong sword shall punish leviathan the piercing serpent, even leviathan that crooked ser- pent; and he shall slay the dragon that is in the sea. 2 In that day sing ye unto her, A vineyard of red wine. 3 I the Lord do keep it; I will water it every moment: lest any hurt it, I will keep it night and day. 4 Fury is not in me: who would set the briers and thorns against me in battle? I would go through them, I would burn them together. 5 Or let him take hold of my strength, that he may make peace with me; and he shall make peace with me. 6 He shall cause them that come of Jacob to take root: Israel shall blossom and bud, and fill the face of the world with fruit. 7 Hath he smitten him, as he smote those that smote him? or is he slain according to the slaughter of them that are slain by him. 8 In measure, when it shooteth forth, thou wilt debate with it : he stayeth his rough wind in the day of the east wind. 9 By this therefore shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged; and this is all the fruit to take away his sin; when he maketh all the stones of the al- tar as chalkstones that are beaten in sunder, the groves and images shall not stand up. 10 Yet the defenced city shall be desolate, and the habitation forsaken, and left like a wilder- ness: there shall the calf feed, and there shall he lie down, and consume the branches thereof. 11 When the boughs thereof are withered, they shall be broken off: the women come, and set them on fire: for it is a people of no understand- ing: therefore he that made them will not have mercy on them, and he that formed them will shew them no favour. 12 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the Lord shall beat off from the channel of the river unto the stream of Egypt, and ye shall be gathered one by one, O ye children of Israel. 13 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the' great trumpet shall be blown, and they shall come which were ready to perish in the land of Assyria, and the outcasts in the land of Egypt, and shall worship the Lord in the holy mount at Jerusalem. CHAPTER XXVIII. (28) 1 The prophet threateneth Ephraim for their pride and drunkenness. 5 The residue shall be advanced in the kingdom of Christ. 7 He rebuketh their error. 9 Their untowardness to learn, 14 and their security. 16 Christ the sure foundation is promised. 18 Their security shall be tried. 23 They are incited to the considera- tion of God's discreet providence. WOE to the crown of pride, to the drunk- ards of Ephraim, whose glorious beauty is a fading flower, which are on the head of the fat valleys of them that are overcome with wine! 2 Behold, the Lord hath a mighty and strong one, which as a tempest of hail and a destroying storm, as a flood of mighty waters overflowing, shall cast down to the earth with the hand. 3 The crown of pride, the drunkards ot Eph- raim, shall be trodden under feet : 4 And the glorious beauty, which is on the head of the fat valley, shall be a fading flower, and as the hasty fruit before the summer; which when he that looketh upon it seeth, while it is yet in his hand he eateth it up. 5 In that day shall the Lord of hosts be for a crown of glory, and for a diadem of beauty, unto the residue of his- people, 6 And for a spirit of judgment to him that sit- teth in judgment, and for strength to them that turn the battle to the gate. 7 But they also have erred through wine, and through strong drink are out of the way; the priest and the prophet have erred through strong drink, they are swallowed up of wine, they are out of the way through strong drink; they err in vision, they stumble in judgment. 8 For all tables are full of vomit and filthiness, so that there is no place clean. 9 Whom shall he teach knowledge? and whom shall he make to understand doctrine? them that are weaned from the milk, and drawn from the breasts. 10 For precept must be upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little: 11 For with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people. 12 To whom he said, This is the rest where- with ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear. 13 But the word of the Lord was unto them precept upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little; that they might go, and fall backward, and be broken, and snared, and taken. 14 Wherefore hear the word of the Lord, ye scornful men, that rule this people which is in Jerusalem. 15 Because ye have said, We have made a 502 Christ is promised. ISAIAH, XXIX. (29) 3? Judgment upon Jerusalem. covenant with death, and with hell are we at agreement; when the overflowing scourge shall pass through, it shall not come unto us: for we have made lies our refuge, and under falsehood have we hid ourselves: 16 Therefore thus saith the Lord God, Behold, I lav in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation : he that believeth shall not make haste. 17 Judgment also will I lay to the line, and righteousness to the plummet : and the hail shall sweep away the refuge of lies, and the waters shall overflow the hiding place. 18 And your covenant with death shall be dis- annulled, and your agreement with hell shall not stand; when the overflowing scourge shall pass through, then ye shall be trodden down by it. 19 From the time that it goeth forth it shall take you: for morning by morning shall it pass over, by day and by night: and it shall be a vexation only to understand the report. 20 For the bed is shorter than that a man can stretch himself on it : and the covering narrower than that he can wrap himself in it. 21 For the Lord shall rise up as in mount Perazim, he shall be wroth as in the valley of Gibeon, that he may do his work, his strange work; and bring to pass his act, his strange act. 22 Xow therefore be ye not mockers, lest your bands be made strong: for I have heard from the Lord God of hosts a consumption, even deter- mined upon the whole earth. 23 Give ye ear, and hear my voice; hearken, and hear my speech. 24 Doth the plowman plow all day to sow? doth he open and break the clods of his ground? 25 When he hath made plain the face thereof, doth he not cast abroad the fitches, and scatter the cummin, and cast in the •principal wheat and the appointed barley and the rie in their place? 26 For his God doth instruct him to discretion, and doth teach him. 27 For the fitches are not threshed with a threshing instrument, neither is a cart wheel turned about upon the cummin; but the fitches are beaten out with a staff, and the cummin with a rod. 28 Bread corn is bruised; because he will not ever be threshing it, nor break it with the wheel of his cart, nor bruise it with his horsemen. 29 This also cometh forth from the Lord of hosts, which is wonderful in counsel, and excel- lent in working. CHAPTER XXIX. (29) 1 God's heavy judgment upon Jerusalem. 7 The un- satiableness of her enemies. 9 The senselessness, 13 and deep hypocrisy of the Jews. 18 A promise of sanc- tification to the godly. WOE to Ariel, to Ariel, the city where David dwelt! add ye year to year; let them kill sacrifices. 2 Yet I will distress Ariel, and there shall be heaviness and sorrow: and it shall be unto me as Ariel. 3 And I will camp against thee round about, and will lay siege against thee with a mountj and 1 will raise forts against thee. 4 And thou shalt be brought down, and shalt speak out of the ground, and thy speech shall be low out of the dust, and thy voice shall be, as of one that hath a familiar spirit, out of the ground, and thy speech shall whisper out of the dust. 5 Moreover the multitude of thy strangers shall be like small dust, and the multitude of the terrible ones shall be as chaff that passeth away: yea, it shall be at an instant suddenly. 6 Thou shalt be visited of the Lord of hosts with thunder, and with earthquake, and great noise, with storm and tempest, and the flame of devouring fire. 7 And the multitude of all the nations that fight against Ariel, even all that fight against her and her munition, and that distress her, shall be as a dream of a night vision. 8 It shall even be as when an hungry man dream eth, and, behold, he eateth; but he awaketh, and his soul is empty: or as when a thirsty man dreameth, and, behold, he drinketh; but he awak- eth, and, behold, he is faint, and his soul hath ap- petite: so shall the multitude of all the nations be, that fight against mount Zion. 9 Stay yourselves, and wonder ; cry ye out, and cry: they are drunken, but not with wine; they stagger, but not with strong drink. 10 For the Lord hath poured out upon you the spirit of deep sleep, and hath closed your eyes: the prophets and your rulers, the seers hath he covered. 11 And the vision of all is become unto you as the words of a book that is sealed, which men de- liver to one that is learned, saying, Bead this, I pray thee: and he saith, I cannot; for it is sealed: 12 And the book is delivered to him that is not learned, saying, Bead this, I pray thee: and he saith, I am not learned. 13 Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men: 14 Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a mar- vellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understand- ing of their prudent men shall be hid. 15 Woe unto them that seek deep to hide their counsel from the Lord, and their works are in the dark, and they say, Who seeth us? and who know- eth us? 16 Surely your turning of things upside down shall be esteemed as the potter's clay: for shall the work say of him that made it, He made me not? or shall the thing framed say of him that framed it, He had no understanding? 17 Is it not yet a very little while, and Leb- anon shall be turned into a fruitful field, and the fruitful field shall be esteemed as a forest? 18 And in that day shall the deaf hear the words of the book, and the eyes of the blind shall 24 503 God's judgments against ISAIAH, XXXIII. (33) the enemies of the church. est; and the city shall be low in a low place. 20 Blessed are ye that sow beside all waters, that send forth thither the feet of the ox and the ass. CHAPTER XXXHI. (33) 1 God's judgments against the enemies of the church. 13 The privileges of the godly. WOE to thee that spoilest, and thou wast not spoiled; and dealest treacherously, and they dealt not treacherously with thee ! when thou shalt cease to spoil, thou shalt be spoiled; and when thou shalt make an end to deal treach- erously, they shall deal treacherously with thee. 2 O Lord, be gracious unto us; we have waited for thee: be thou their arm every morning, our salvation also in the time of trouble. 3 At the noise of the tumult the people fled; at the lifting up of thyself the nations were scat- tered. 4 And your spoil shall be gathered like the gathering of the caterpiller: as the running to and fro of locusts shall he run upon them. 5 The Lord is exalted; for he dwelleth on high: he hath filled Zion with judgment and righteous- ness. 6 And wisdom and knowledge shall be the stability of thy times, and strength of salvation: the fear of the Lord is his treasure. 7 Behold, their valiant ones shall cry without: the ambassadors of peace shall weep bitterly. 8 The highways lie waste, the wayfaring man ceaseth: he hath broken the covenant, he hath despised the cities, he regardeth no man. 9 The earth mournefh and languisheth: Leb- anon is ashamed and hewn down: Sharon is like a wilderness; and Bashan and Carmel shake off their fruits. 10 Now will I rise, saith the Lord; now will I be exalted; now will I lift up myself. 11 Ye shall conceive chaff, ye shall bring forth stubble: your breath, as fire, shall devour you. 12 And the people shall be as the burnings of lime: as thorns cut up shall they be burned in the fire. 13 Hear, ye that are far off, what I have done; and, ye that are near, acknowledge my might. 14 The sinners in Zion are afraid; fearfulness hath surprised the hypocrites. Who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire? who among us shall dwell with everlasting burnings? 15 He that walketh righteously, and speaketh uprightly; he that despiseth the gain of oppres- sions, that shaketh his hands from holding of bribes, that stoppeth his ears from hearing of blood, and shutteth his eyes from seeing evil; 16 He shall dwell on high: his place of defence shall be the munitions of rocks: bread shall be given him; his waters shall be sure. 17 Thine eyes shall see the king in his beauty: they shall behold the land that is very far off. 18 Thine heart shall meditate terror. Where is the scribe? where is the receiver? where is he that counted the towers? 19 Thou shalt not see a fierce people, a people of a deeper speech than thou canst perceive; of a stammering tongue, that thou canst not under- stand. 20 Look upon Zion, the city of our solemnities: thine eyes shall see Jerusalem a quiet habitation, a tabernacle that shall not be taken down; not one of the stakes thereof shall ever be removed, neither shall any of the cords thereof be broken. 21 But there the glorious Lord will be unto us a place of broad rivers and streams; wherein shall go no galley with oars, neither shall gallant ship pass thereby. 22 For the Lord is our judge, the Lord is out lawgiver, the Lord is our king; he will save us. 23 Thy tacklings are loosed; they could not well strengthen their mast, they could not spread the sail: then is the prey of a great spoil divided; the lame take the prey. 24 And the inhabitant shall not say, I am sick: the people that dwell therein shall be forgiven their iniquity. CHAPTER XXXIV. (34) 1 The judgments wherewith God's revengeth his church. 11 The desolation of her enemies. 16 The certainty of the prophecy. COME near, ye nations, to hear; and hearken, ye people: let the earth hear, and all that is therein; the world, and all things that come forth of it. 2 For the indignation of the Lord is upon all nations, and his fury upon all their armies: he hath utterly destroyed them, he hath delivered them to the slaughter. 3 Their slain also shall be cast out, and their stink shall come up out of their carcases, and the mountains shall be melted with their blood. 4 And all the host of heaven shall be dissolved, and the heavens shall be rolled together as a scroll: and all their host shall fall down, as the leaf falleth off from the vine, and as a falling fig from the fig tree. 5 For my sword shall be bathed in heaven : be- hold, it shall come down upon Idumea, and upon the people of my curse, to judgment. 6 The sword of the Lord is filled with blood, it is made fat with fatness, and with the blood of lambs and goats, with the fat of the kidneys of rams: for the Lord hath a sacrifice in Bozrah, and a great slaughter in the land of Idumea, 7 And the unicorns shall come down with them, and the bullocks with the bulls; and their land shall be soaked with blood, and their dust made fat with fatness. 8 For it is the day of the Lord's vengeance, and the year of recompences for the controversy of Zion. 9 And the streams thereof shall be turned into pitch, and the dust thereof into brimstone, axMl the land thereof shall become burning pitch. 10 It shall not be quenched night nor day; the smoke thereof shall go up for ever: from genera- tion to generation it shall lie waste; none shall pass through it for ever and ever. 11 But the cormorant and the bittern shall possess it ; the owl also and the raven shall dwell 606 Blessings of the gospel. ISAIAH, XXXV. (35) Sennacherib invadeth Judah. in it: and he shall stretch out upon it the line of confusion, and the stones of emptiness. 12 They shall call the nobles thereof to the kingdom, but none shall be there, and all her princes shall be nothing. 13 And thorns shall come up in her palaces nettles and brambles in the fortresses thereof: and it shall be an habitation of dragons, and a court for owls. 14 The wild beasts of the desert shall also meet with the wild beasts of the island, and the satyr shall cry to his fellow; the screech owl also shall rest there, and find for herself a place of rest. 15 There shall the great owl make her nest, and lay, and hatch, and gather under her shadow : there shall the vultures also be gathered, every one with her mate. 16 Seek ye out of the book of the Lord, and read: no one of these shall fail, none shall want her mate : for my mouth it hath commanded, and his spirit it hath gathered them. 17 And he hath cast the lot for them, and his hand hath divided it unto them by line: they shall possess it for ever, from generation to generation shall they dwell therein. CHAPTER XXXV. (35) 1 The joyful flourishing of Christ's kingdom. 3 The ■weak are encouraged by the virtues and privileges of the gospel. THE wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall re- joice, and blossom as the rose. 2 It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing: the glory of Lebanon shall be given unto it, the excellency of Carmel and Sharon, they shall see the glory of the Lord, and the excellency of our God. 3 Strengthen ye the weak hands> and confirm the feeble knees. 4 Say to them that are of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not : behold, your God will come with vengeance, even God with a recompence; he will come and save you. 5 Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped. 6 Then shall the lame man leap as an hart, and the tongue of the dumb sing: for in the wilder- ness shall waters break out, and streams in the desert. / 7 And the parched ground shall become a pool, and the thirsty land springs of water: in the habi- tation of dragons, where each lay, shall be grass with reeds and rushes. 8 And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called The way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it ; but it shall be for those : the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err therein. 9 No lion shall be there, nor any ravenous beast shall go up thereon, it shall not be found there; but the redeemed shall walk there: 10 And the ransomed of the Lord shall return, and come to Zion with songs and everlasting joy upon their heads: they shall obtain joy and glad- ness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away. CHAPTER XXXVI. (30) 1 Sennacherib invadeth Judah. 4 Rabshakeh, sent by Sennacherib, by blasphemous persuasions solicitetn the people to revolt. 22 His words are told to Hezekiab. lyr O W it came to pass in the fourteenth year ~L * of king Hezekiab, that Sennacherib king of Assyria came up against all the defenced cities of Judah, and took them. 2 And the king of Assyria sent Rabshakeh from Lachish to Jerusalem unto king Hezekiah with a great army. And he stood by the conduit of the upper pool in the highway of the fuller's field. 3 Then came forth unto him Eliakim, Hilkiah's son, which was over the house, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah, Asaph's son, the recorder. 4 And Rabshakeh said unto them, Say ye now to Hezekiah, Thus saith the great king, the king of Assyria, What confidence is this wherein thou trustest? 5 I say, sayest thou, (but they are but vain words) I have counsel and strength for war: now on whom dost thou trust, that thou rebellest against me? 6 Lo, thou trustest in the staff of this broken reed, on Egypt ; whereon if a man lean, it will go into his hand, and pierce it: so is Pharaoh king of Egypt to all that trust in him. 7 But if thou say to me, We trust in the Lord our God : is it not he, whose high places and whose altars Hezekiah hath taken away, and said to Judah and to Jerusalem. Ye shall worship before this altar? 8 Now therefore give pledges, I pray thee, to my master the king of Assyria, and I will give thee two thousand horses, if thou be able on thy part to set riders upon them. 9 How then wilt thou turn away the face of one captain of the least of my master's servants, and put thy trust on Egypt for chariots and for horsemen? 10 And am I now come up without the Lord against this land to destroy it? the Lord said unto me, Go up against this land, and destroy it. 11 Then said Eliakim and Shebna and Joah unto Rabshakeh, Speak, I pray thee, unto thy ser- vants in the Syrian language ; for we understand it: and speak not to us in the Jews' language, in the ears of the people that are on the wall. ' 12 But Rabshakeh said, Hath my master sent me to thv master and to thee to speak these words? hath he not sent me to the men that sit upon the wall, that they may eat their own dung, and drink their own piss with you? ^ 13 Then Rabshakeh stood, and cried with a loud voice in the Jews' language, and said, Hear ye the words of the great king, the king of As- syria. _. , . , , 14 Thus saith the king, Let not Hezekiah de- ceive you: for he shall not be able to deliver you. 15 Neither let Hezekiah make you trust in the Lord, saving. The Lord will surely deliver -as: thie city shall not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria. 507 *i' flb. *os£5 *-l _i OS - 5,1 "S 3 § si 03 OS.. H 3 : ^^ © CS fS +j e 2 -a ©g a w Isaiah comforteth Hezekiah. ISAIAH, XXXVII. (37) Prophecy against Sennacherib. 16 Hearken, not to Hezekiak: for thus saith the king of Assyria, Make an agreement with me by a present, and come out to me: and eat ye every one of his Tine, and every one of his .fig tree, and drink ye every one the waters of his own cis- tern; 17 Until I come and take you away to a land like your own land, a land of corn and wine, a land of bread and vineyards. 18 Beware lest Hezekiah persuade you, saying, The Lord will deliver us. Hath any of the gods of the nations delivered his land out of the hand of the king of Assyria? 19 Where are the gods of Hamath and Ar- phad? where are the gods of Sepharvaim? and have they delivered Samaria out of my hand? 20 Who are they among all the gods of these lands, that have delivered their land out of my hand, that the Lord should deliver Jerusalem out of my hand? 21 But they held their peace, and answered him not a word : for the king's commandment was, saying, Answer him not. 22 Then came Eliakim, the son of Hilkiah, that was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah, the son of Asaph, the recorder, to Heze- kiah with their clothes rent, and told him the words of Babshakeh. CHAPTEB XXXVII. (37) 1 Hezekiah mourning sendeth to Isaiah to pray for them. 6 Isaiah comforteth them. 8 Sennacherib, going to encounter Tirhakah, sendeth a blasphemous letter to Hezekiah. 15 Hezekiah's prayer. 21 Isaiah's prophecy of the pride and destruction of Sennacherib, and the good of Zion. 30 An angel slayeth the Assyrians. 37 Sennacherib is slain at Nineveh by bis own sons. AND it came to pass, when king Hezekiah heard it, that he rent his clothes, and cov- ered himself with sackcloth, and went into the house of the Lord. 2 And he sent Eliakim, who was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests covered with sackcloth, unto Isaiah the prophet the son of Anioz. 3 And they said unto him, Thus saith Heze- kiah, This day is a day of trouble, and of rebuke, and of blasphemy: for the children are come to the birth, and there is not strength to bring forth. 4 It may be the Lord thy God will hear the words of Babshakeh, whom the king cf Assyria his master hath sent to reproach the living God, and will reprove the words which the Lord thy God hath heard : wherefore lift up thy prayer for the remnant that is left. 5 So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah. 6 And Isaiah said unto them, Thus shall ye say unto your master, Thus saith the Lord, Be not afraid of the words that thou hast heard, where- with the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed me. 7 Behold, I will send a blast upon him, and he shall hear a rumour, and return to his own land; and I will cause him to fall by the sword in his own land. 8 So Babshakeh returned, and found the king of Assyria warring against Libnah: for he had heard that he was departed from Lachish. 9 And he heard say concerning Tirhakah king of Ethiopia, He is come forth to make war with thee. And when he heard it, he sent messengers to Hezekiah, saying, 10 Thus shall ye speak to Hezekiah king of Ju- dah, saying, Let not thy God, in whom thou trust- est, deceive thee, saying, Jerusalem shall not be given into the hand of the king of Assyria. 11 Behold, thou hast heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all lands by destroying them utterly; and shalt thou be delivered? 12 Have the gods of the nations delivered them which my fathers have destroyed, as Gozan, and Haran, and Bezeph, and the children of Eden which were in Telassar? 13 Where is the king of Hamath, and the king of Arphad, and the king of the city of Sephar- vaim, Hena, and Ivah? 14 And Hezekiah received the letter from the hand of the messengers, and read it: and Heze* kiah went up unto the house of the Lord, and spread it before the Lord. 15 And Hezediah prayed unto the Lord, saying, 16 O Lord of hosts, God of Israel, that dwellest between the cherubims, thou art the God, even thou alone, of all the kingdoms of the earth: thou hast made heaven and earth. 17 Incline thine ear, O Lord, and hear; open thine eyes, O Lord, and see: and hear all the words of Sennacherib, which hath sent to re- proach the living God. 18 Of a truth, Lord, the kings of Assyria have laid waste all the nations, and their countries, 19 And have cast their gods into the fire: for they were no gods, but the work of men's hands, wood and stone: therefore they have destroyed them. 20 Now therefore, O Lord our God, save us from his hand, that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that thou art the Lord, even thou only. 21 Then Isaiah the son of Amoz sent unto Hezekiah, saying, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Whereas thou hast prayed to me against Sennacherib king of Assyria: 22 This is the word which the Lord hath spoken concerning him; The virgin, the daughter of Zion, hath despised thee, and laughed thee to scorn ; the daughter of Jerusalem hath shaken her head at thee. 23 Whom hast thou reproached and blas- phemed? and against whom hast thou exalted thy voice, and lifted up thine eyes on high? even against the Holy One of Israel. 24 By thy servants hast thou reproached the Lord, and hast said, By the multitude of my chariots am I come up to the height of the mount- ains, to the sides of Lebanon ; and I will cut down the tall cedars thereof, and the choice fir trees thereof: and I will enter into the height of his border, and the forest of his Oarmel. 25 I have digged, and drunk water; and with 508 Hezekiah' s life lengthened. ISAIAH, XXXVIII. (38) His song of thanksgiving. the sole of my feet 'have I dried up all the rivers of the besieged places. 26 Hast thou not heard long ago, how I have done it ; and of ancient times, that I have formed it? now have I brought it to pass, that thou shouldest be to lay waste defenced cities into ruinous heaps. 27 Therefore their inhabitants were of small power, they were dismayed and co-founded : they were as the grass of the field, and as the green herb, as the -grass .on -the housetops, and as corn blasted before* it be grown up. 28 But I know thy abode, and thy going out, and thy coming in, and thy rage against me. 29 Because, thy rage against me, and thy tu- mult, is come up into mine ears, therefore will I put my hook in thy nose, and my bridle in thy lips, and I will turn thee back by the way by which thou earnest. 30 And this shall be a sign unto thee, Ye shall eat this year such as groweth of itself; and the second year that which springeth of the same: and in the third year sow ye, and reap, and plant vineyards, and eat the fruit thereof. 31 And the remnant that is escaped of the house of Judah shall again take root downward, and bear fruit upward: 32 For out of Jerusalem shall go. forth a rem- nant, and they that escape out of mount Zion: the zeal of the Lord of hosts shall do this. 33 Therefore thus saith the Lord concerning the king of Assyria, He shall not come into this city, nor shoot an arrow there, nor come before it with shields, nor cast a bank against it. 34 By the way that he came, by the same shall he return, and shall not come into this city, saith the Lord. 35 For I will defend this city to save it for mine own sake, and. for my servant David's sake. 36 Then the angel of the Lord went forth, and .smote in the camp of the Assyrians a hundred and fourscore and five thousand: and when they arose early in the morning, behold, they were all dead corpses. 37 So Sennacherib king of Assyria departed, and went and returned, and dwelt at Nineveh. 38 And it came to pass, as he was worshipping in the house of Nisroch his god, that Adramme- lech and Sharezer his sons smote him with the sword; and they escaped into the land of Ar- menia: and Esar-haddon his son reigned in his Q + flQ f\ CHAPTER XXXVHI. (38) 1 Hezekiah, having received a message of death, by prayer hath his life lengthened. 8 The sun goeth ten degrees backward, for a sign of that promise. 9 His song of thanksgiving. IX those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz came unto him, and said unto him, Thus saith the Lord, Set thine house 'in order: for thou shalt die, and not live. 2 Then Hezekiah turned his face toward the wall, and prayed unto the Lord, 3 And said, Remember now, O Lord, I beseech thee, how I have walked before, thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done that which is good in thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore. 4 Then came the word of the Lord to Isaiah, saying, 5 Go, and say to Hezekiah, Thus saith the Lord, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will add unto thy days fifteen years. 6 And I will deliver thee and this city out of the hand of the king of Assyria : and 1 will defend this city. 7 And this shall be a sign unto thee from the 'Lord, that the Lord will do this thing that he hath spoken; 8 Behold, I will bring again the shadow of the degrees, which is gone down in the sun dial of Ahaz, ten degrees backward. So the sun re- turned ten degrees, by which degrees it was gone down. 9 The writing of Hezekiah king of Judah, when he had been sick, and was recovered of his sick- ness: 10 I said in the cutting off of my days, I shall go to the gates of the grave: I am -deprived of the residue of my years. 11 I said, I shall not see the Lord, even the Lord, in the land of the living: I shall behold man no more with the inhabitants of the world. 12 Mine age is departed, and is removed from me as a shepherd's tent: I have cut off like a weaver my life: he will cut me off with pining sickness: from day even to night wilt thou make an end of me. 13 I reckoned till morning, that, as a lion, so will he break all my bones: from day even to night wilt thou make an end of me. 14 Like a crane or a swallow, so did I chatter; I did mourn as a dove: mine eyes fail "with look- ing upward: O'Lord, I am oppressed; undertake for me. 15 What shall I say? he hath both spoken unto me, and himself hath done it : I shall go* softly all my years in the bitterness of my soul. 16 O Lord, by these things men live, and in all these things is the life of my spirit : so> wilt thou recover me, and make me to live. 17 Behold, for peace 1 had great bitterness: but thou hast in love to my soul delivered it from the pit of corruption: for thou. hast cast a41 my sins behind thy back. 18 For the grave cannot praise thee, death can not celebrate thee: they that go down into the pit cannot hope for thy truth. 19 The living, the living, he shall praise thee, as I do this day : the father to> the children shall make known thy truth. 20 The Lord was ready to save me: therefore we will sing my songs to the stringed instru- ments all the days of our life in the house of the Lord. 21 For Isaiah had said, Let them take a lump of figs, and lay it for a plaister upon the boil, and he shall recover. 22 Hezekiah also had said, What is the sign 509 7^ The promulgation ISAIAH, XXXIX. (39) of the gospel. that I shall go up to the house of the Lord? CHAPTER XXXIX. (39) 1 Merodach-baladan, sending to visit Hezekiah because of the wonder, bath notice of bis treasures. 3 Isaiab, understanding thereof, foretelleth the Babylonian captivity. AT that time Merodach-baladan, the son of Baladan, king of Babylon, sent letters and a present to Hezekiah: for he had heard that he had been sick, and was recovered. 2 And Hezekiah was glad of them, and shewed them the house of his precious things, the silver, and the gold, and the spices, and the precious ointment, and all the house of his armour, and all that was found in his treasures: there was nothing in his house, nor in all his dominion, that Hezekiah shewed them not. 3 Then came Isaiah the prophet unto king Hezekiah, and said unto him, What said these men? and from whence came they unto thee? And Hezekiah said, They are come from a far country unto me, even from Babylon. 4 Then said he, What have they seen in thine house? And Hezekiah answered, All that is in mine house have they seen: there is nothing among my treasures' that I have not shewed them. 5 Then said Isaiah to Hezekiah, Hear the word of the Lord of hosts: 6 Behold, the days come, that all that is in thine house, and that which thy fathers have laid up in store until this day, shall be carried to Babylon: nothing shall be left, saith the Lord. 7 And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, which thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. 8 Then said Hezekiah to Isaiah, Good is the word of the Lord which thou hast spoken. He said moreover, For there shall be peace and truth in mv davs. CHAPTER XL. (40) 1 The promulgation of the gospel. 3 The preaching of John Baptist. 9 The preaching of the apostles. 12 The prophet by the omnipotency of God, 18 and his incomparableness, 26 comforteth the people. COMFORT ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God. 2 Speak ye comfortably to Jerusalem), and cry unto her, that her warfare is accomplished, that her iniquity is pardoned: for she hath received of the Lord's hand double for all her sins. 3 The voice of him that crieth in the wilder- ness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God. 4 Every valley shall be exalted, and every mountain and hill shall be made low: and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough places plain: 5 And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together: for the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it. 6 The voice said, Cry. And he said, What shall I cry? All flesh is grass, and all the goodli- ness thereof is as the flower of the field: 7 The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: be- cause the spirit of the Lord bloweth upon it: surely the people is grass. 8 The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever. 9 O Zion, that bringest good tidings, get thee up into the high mountain; O Jerusalem that bringest good tidings, lift up thy voice with strength; lift it up, be not afraid; say unto the cities of Judah, Behold your God! 10 Behold, the Lord God will come with strong hand, and his arm shall rule for him: be- hold, his reward is with him, and his work before Mm. 11 He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young. 12 Who hath measured the waters in the hol- low of his hand, and meted out heaven with the span, and comprehended the dust of the earth in a measure, and weighed the mountains in scales, and the hills in a balance? 13 Who hath directed the Spirit of the Lord, or being his counsellor hath taught him? 14 With whom took he counsel, and who in- structed him, and taught him in the path of judg- ment, and taught him knowledge, and shewed to him the way of understanding? 15 Behold, the nations are as a drop of a bucket, and are counted as the small dust of the balance: behold, he taketh up the isles as a very little thing. 16 And Lebanon is not sufficient to burn, nor the beasts thereof sufficient for a burnt offering. 17 All nations before him are as nothing; and they are counted to him less than nothing, and vanity. 18 To whom then will ye liken God? or what likeness will ye compare unto him? 19 The workman melteth a graven image, and the goldsmith spreadeth it over with gold, and casteth silver chains. 20 He that is so impoverished that he hath no oblation chooseth a tree that will not rot ; he seek- eth unto him a cunning workman to prepare a graven image, that shall not be moved. 21 Have ye not known? have ye not heard? hath it not been told you from the beginning? have ye not understood from the foundations of the earth? 22 It is he that sitteth upon the circle ot the earth, and the inhabitants thereof are as grass- hoppers; that stretcheth out the heavens as a cur- tain, and spreadeth them out as a tent to dwell in: 23 That bringeth the princes to nothing; he maketh the jugdes of the earth as vanity. 24 Yea, thev shall not be planted; yea, they shall not be sown: yea, their stock shall not take root in the earth: and he shall also blow upon them, and they shall wither, and the whirlwind shall take them away as stubble. 25 To whom then will ye liken me, or shall I be equal? saith the Holy One. 34 a 610 5 a ej S § § a a MOofl 02 „ +J •2 S- 3 « .2 8+^ w a t» a .a-s 5 £ fl « a b§.*3 ££? aw e " a> ,a oS o. o ^ M es o a S-a ■*->•-: o a a- « °a d£ a rt^-o.2 bfl b0°^~ a at! a o T3 H3 .S ' •S >S -*-> O O -H 60 be h ° 1.2 o» © 9 -£ -jj +: .. •2.S ►,»§ to '0 Zion usalem, e not a which t -palace - u£i I a; .Bp . i-j p, o ^ go^&g O -t-> w ■* ■-• rt 0) _, o +j -t- 1 a> •2 '? £ "8 fl .2 +3 — +J (Isa moun ngth ; The stood 5 m * S •*1 be +- 1 ~ :-i •ei .« a; o 5 S-^gh fc *' * ® s Oog^g H.So2S >■ o P P. ,£jlO a p >>a>co 02 fl CQ ~. +j +j "O a God expostulated ISAIAH, XLI. (41) with his people. 26 Lift up your eyes on high, and behold who hath created these things, that bringeth out their host by number: he calleth thern all by names by the greatness of his might, for that he is strong in power; not one faileth. 27 Why sayest thou, O Jacob, and speakest, O Israel, My way is hid from the Lord, and my judg- ment is passed over from my God? 28 Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting Gcd, the Lord, the Creator cf the ends of the earth, faintetk not, neither is weary? there is no searching of his understand- ing. 29 He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength. 30 Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall; 31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall re- new their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles ; they shall run, and not. be weary ; and they shall walk, and not faint. CHAPTER XLI. (41) 1 God expostulated with his people, about his mercies to the church, 10 about his promises, 21 and about the vanity of idols. KEEP silence before me, O islands; and let the people renew their strength: let them come near; then let them speak: let us come near together to judgment. 2 Who raised up the righteous man from the east, called him to his foot, gave the nations be- fore him, and made him rule over kings? he gave them as the dust to his sword, and as driven stub- ble to his bow. 3 He pursued them, and passed safely; even by the way that he had not gone with his feet. 4 Who hath wrought and done it, calling the generations from the beginning? I the Lord, the first, and with the last ; I am he. 5 The isles saw it, and feared; the ends of the earth were afraid, drew near, and came. 6 They helped every one his neighbour; and every one said to his brother, Be of good courage. 7 So the carpenter encouraged the goldsmith, and he that smootheth with the hammer him that smote the anvil, saying, It is ready for the sodering: and he fastened it with nails, that it should not be moved. 8 But thou, Israel, art my servant, Jacob whom I have chosen, the seed of Abraham my friend. 9 Thou whom I have taken from the ends of the earth, and called thee from the chief men thereof, and said unto thee, Thou art my servant; I have chosen thee, and not cast thee away. 10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. 11 Behold, all they that were incensed against thee shall be ashamed and confounded: they shall be as nothing; and they that strive with thee shall perish. 12 Thou shalt seek them, and shalt not find them, even them that contended with thee: they that war against thee shall be as nothing, and as a thing of nought. 13 For I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee. 14 Fear not, thou worm Jacob, and ye men of Israel; I will help thee, saith the Lord, and thy redeemer, the Holy One of Israel. 15 Behold, I will make thee a new sharp threshing instrument having teeth: thou shalt thresh the mountains, and beat them small, and shalt make the hills as chaff. 16 Thou shalt fan them, and the wind shall carry them away, and the whirlwind shall scatter them: and thou shalt rejoice in the Lord, and shalt glory in the Holy One of Israel. 17 When the poor and needy seek water, and there is none, and their tongue faileth for thirst, I the Lord will hear them, I the God of Israel will not forsake them. 18 I will open rivers in high places, and fountains in the midst of the valleys: I will make the wilderness a pool of water, and the dry land springs of water. 19 I will plant in the wilderness the cedar, the shittah tree, and the myrtle, and the oil tree; I will set in the desert the fir tree, and the pine, and the box tree together: 20 That they may see, and know, and consider, and understand together, that the hand of the Lord hath done this, and the Holy One of Israel hath created it. 21 Produce your cause, saith the Lord; bring forth your strong reasons, saith the King of Jacob. 22 Let them bring them forth, and shew us what shall happen: let them shew the former things, what they be, that we may consider them, and know the latter end of them; or declare us things for to come. 23 Shew the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that ye are gods: yea, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and behold it together. 24 Behold, ye are of nothing, and your work of nought: an abomination is he that chooseth you. 25 I have raised up one from the north, and he shall come: from the rising of the sun shall he call upon my name: and he shall come upon princes as upon morter, and as the potter tread- eth clay. 26 Who hath declared from the beginning, that we may know? and beforetime, that we may say, He is righteous? yea, there is none that shew- eth, yea, there is none that declareth, yea, there is none that heareth your words. 27 The first shall say to Zion, Behold, behold them: and I will give to Jerusalem one that bringeth good tidings. 28 For I beheld, and there was no man; even among them, and there was no counsellor, that when I asked of them, could answer a word. 29 Behold, they are all vanity; their works are nothing: their molten images are wind and con- fusion. 511 The office of Christ. ISAIAH, XLIL (42) God comforteth the church CHAPTER XLIL (42) 1 The office of Christ, graced with meekness and con- stancy. 5 God's promise unto him. 10 An exhorta- tion to praise God for his gospel. 17 He reproveth the people of incredulity. BEHOLD my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles. 2 He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be heard in the street. 3 A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth. 4 He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law. 5 Thus saith God the Lord, he that created the heavens, and stretched them out; he that spread forth the earth, and that which cometh out of it; he that giveth breath unto the people upon it, and spirit to them that walk therein: 6 I the Lord have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles; 7 To open the blind eyes, to bring out the pris- oners from the prison, and them that sit in dark- ness out of the prison house. 8 I am the Lord: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images. 9 Behold, the former things are come to pass, and new things do I declare: before they spring forth I tell you of them. 10 Sing unto the Lord a new song, and his praise from the end of the earth, ye that go down to the sea, and all that is therein; the isles, and the inhabitants thereof. 11 Let the wilderness and the cities thereof lift up their voice, the villages that Kedar doth in- habit: let the inhabitants of the rock sing, let them shout from the top of the mountains. 12 Let them give glory unto the Lord, and de- clare his praise in the islands. 13 The Lord shall go forth as a mighty man, he shall stir up jealousy like a man of war: he shall cry, yea, roar; he shall prevail against his ene- mies. 14 I have long time holden my peace; I have been still, and refrained myself: now will I cry like a travailing woman; I will destroy and de- vour at once. 15 I will make waste mountains and hills, and dry up all their herbs; and I will make the rivers islands, and I will dry up the pools. 16 And I will bring the blind by a way that they knew not; I will lead them in paths that they have not known : I will make darkness light before them, and crooked things straight. These things will I do unto them, and not forsake them. 17 They shall be turned back, they shall be greatly ashamed, that trust in graven images, that say to the molten images, Ye are our gods. 18 Hear, ye deaf; and look, ye blind, that ye may see. 19 Who is blind, but my servant? or deaf, as my messenger that I sent? who is blind as he that is perfect, and blind as the Lord's servant? 20 Seeing many things, but thou observest not ; opening the ears, but he heareth not. 21 The Lord is well pleased for his righteous- ness' sake; he will magnify the law, and make it honourable. 22 But this is a people robbed and spoiled; they are all of them snared in holes, and they are hid in prison houses : they are for a prey, and none delivereth; for a spoil, and none saith, Restore. 23 Who among you will give ear to this? who will hearken and hear for the time to come? 24 Who gave Jacob for a spoil, and Israel to the robbers? did not the Lord, he against whom we have sinned? for they would not walk in his ways, neither were they obedient unto his law. 25 Therefore he hath poured upon him the fury of his anger, and the strength of battle: and it hath set him on fire round about, yet he knew not; and it burned him, yet he laid it not to heart. CHAPTER XLIII. (43) 1 The Lord comforteth the church with his promises. 8 He appealeth to the people for witness of his omnipo- tency. 14 He foretelleth them the-destruction of Baby- lon, IS and his wonderful deliverance of his people. 22 He reproveth the people as inexcusable. BUT now thus saith the Lord that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. 2 When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. 3 For I am the Lord thy God, the Holy One of Israel, thy Saviour: I gave Egypt for thy ran* som, Ethiopia and Seba for thee. 4 Since thou wast precious in my sight, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee: therefore will I give men for thee, and people for thy life. 5 Fear not: for I am with thee: I will bring thy seed from the east, and gather thee from the west; 6 I will say to the north, Give up; and to the south, Keep not back: bring my sons from far, and my daughters from the ends of the earth; 7 Even every one that is called by my name: for I have created him for my glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him. 8 Bring forth the blind people that have eyes, and the deaf that have ears. 9 Let all the nations be gathered together, and let the people be assembled: who among them can declare this, and shew us former things? let them bring forth their witnesses, that they may be justified: or let them hear, and say, It is truth. 10 Ye are my witnesses, saith the Lord, and my servant whom I have chosen: that ye may know and believe me, and understand that I am he: be- fore me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me. 512 7 C Babylon's destruction foretold. 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(44) ; The vanity of idols. 11 I, even I, am the Lord; and beside me there is no saviour. 12 I have declared, and have saved, and I have shewed, when there was no strange god among you: therefore ye are my witnesses, saith the .Lord, that I am God. 13 Yea, before the day was I am he; and there is none that can deliver out of my hand: I will work, and who shall let it? 14 Thus saith the Lord, your redeemer, the Holy One of Israel ; For your sake I have sent to Babylon, and have brought down all their nobles, and the Chaldeans, whose cry is in the ships. 15 I am the Lord, your Holy One, the creator of Israel, your King. 16 Thus saith the Lord, which maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters; 17 Which bringeth forth the chariot and horse, the army and the power; they shall lie down to- gether, they shall not rise: they are extinct, they are quenched as tow. 18 Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. 19 Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. 20 The beast of the field shall honour me, the dragons and the owls: because I give waters in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert, to give drink to my people, my chosen. 21 This people have I formed for myself; they shall shew forth my praise. 22 But thou hast not called upon me, O Jacob; but thou hast been weary of me, O Israel. 23 Thou hast not brought me the small cattle of thy burnt offerings ; neither hast thou honoured me with thy sacrifices. I have not caused thee to serve with an offering, nor wearied thee with incense. 24 Thou hast bought me no sweet cane with money, neither hast thou filled me with the fat of thy sacrifices: but thou hast made me to serve with thy sins, thou hast wearied me with thine iniquities. 25 I, even I, am he that blotteth out thy trans- gressions for mine own sake, and will not remem- ber thy sins. 26 Put me in remembrance: let us plead to- gether: declare thou, that thou mayest be justi- fied. 27 Thy first father hath sinned, and thy teach- ers have transgressed against me. 28 Therefore I have profaned the princes of the sanctuary, and have given Jacob to the curse, and Israel to reproaches. CHAPTER XLIV. (44) 1 God comforteth the church with his promises. 7 The vanity of idols, 9 and folly cf idol makers. 21 He exhorteth to praise God for his redemption and om- nipotency. YET now hear, O Jacob my servant; and Is- rael, whom I have chosen: 2 Thus saith the Lord that made thee, and formed thee from the womb, which will help thee; Fear not, O Jacob, my servant; and thou, Jesu- run, whom I have chosen. 3 For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring: 4 And they shall spring up as among the grass, as willows by the watercourses. 5 One shall say, I am the Lord's; and another shall call himself by the name of Jacob; and an- other shall subscribe with his hand unto the Lord, and surname himself by the name of Israel. 6 Thus saith the Lord the King of Israel, and his redeemer the Lord of hosts; I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God. 7 And who, as I, shall call, and shall declare it, and set it in order for me, since I appointed the ancient people? and the things that are com- ing, and shall come, let them shew unto them. 8 Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have not I told thee from that time, and have declared it? ye are even my witnesses. Is there a God beside me? yea, there is no God; I know not any. 9 They that make a graven image are all of them vanity; and their delectable things shall not profit; and they are their own witnesses; they see not, nor know; that they may be ashamed. 10 Who hath formed a god, or molten a graven image that is profitable for nothing? 11 Behold, all his fellows shall be ashamed: and the workmen, they are of men: let them all be gathered together, let them stand up ; yet they shall fear, and they shall be ashamed together. 12 The smith with the tongs both worketh in the coals, and fashioneth it with hammers, and worketh it with the strength of his arms: yea, he is hungry, and his strength faileth: he drinketh no water, and is faint. 13 The carpenter stretcheth out his rule; he marketk it out with a line; he fitteth it with planes, and he marketh it out with the compass, and maketh it after the figure of a man, according to the beauty of a man; that it may remain in the house. 14 He heweth him down cedars, and taketh the cypress and the oak, which he strengtheneth for himself among the trees of the forest : he planteth an ash, and the rain doth nourish it. 15 Then shall it be for a man to burn: for he will take thereof, and warm himself; yea, he kin- dleth it, and baketh bread; yea, he maketh a god, and worshippeth it; he maketh it a graven image, and faileth down thereto. 16 He burneth part thereof in the fire; with part thereof he eateth flesh; he roast eth roast, and is satisfied: yea, he warmeth himself, and .saith, Aha, I am warm, I have seen the fire: 17 And the residue thereof he maketh a god, even his graven image: he faileth down unto it, and worshippeth it, and prayeth unto it, and saith, Deliver me; for thou art my god. 18 They have not known nor understood: for he hath shut their eyes, that they cannot see; and their hearts, that they cannot understand. 513 God by his omnipotency ISAIAH, XLV. (45) chalhngeth obedience. 19 And none considereth in his heart, neither is there knowledge nor understanding to say, I have burned part of it in the fire; yea, also I have baked bread upon the coals thereof; I have roasted flesh, and eaten it: and shall I make the residue thereof an abomination? shall I fall down to the stock of a tree? 20 He feedeth on ashes: a deceived heart hath turned him aside, that he cannot deliver his soul, nor say, Is there not a lie in my right hand? 21 Remember these, O Jacob and Israel; for thou art my servant: I have formed thee; thou art my sen-ant: O Israel, thou shalt not be for- gotten of me. 22 I have blotted out, as a thick cloud, thy transgressions, and, as a cloud, thy sins: return unto me; for I have redeemed thee. 23 Sing, O ye heavens ; for the Lord hath done it : shout, ye lower parts of the earth : break forth into singing, ye mountains, O forest, and every tree therein : for the Lord hath redeemed Jacob, and glorified himself in Israel. 24 Thus saith the Lord, thy redeemer, and he that formed thee from the womb, I am the Lord that maketh all things; that stretcheth forth the heavens alone; that spreadeth abroad the earth by myself; 25 That frustrateth the tokens of the liars, and maketh diviners mad; that turneth wise men backward, and maketh their knowledge foolish; 20 That confirmeth the word of his servant, and performeth the counsel of his messengers; that saith to Jerusalem, Thou shalt be inhabited; and to the cities of Judah, Ye shall be built, and I will raise up the decayed places thereof: 27 That saith to the deep, Be dry, and I will dry up thy rivers : 28 That saith of Cyrus, He is my shepherd, and shall perform all my pleasure: even saying to Jerusalem, Thou shalt be built; and to the tem- ple, Thy foundation shall be laid. CHAPTER XLV. (45) 1 God calleth Cyrus for his church's sake. 5 By his om- nipotency he challengeth obedience. 20 He convinceth the idols of vanity by his saving power. THUS saith the Lord to his anointed, to Cyrus, whose right hand I have holden, to subdue nations before him; and I will loose the loins of kings, to open before him the two leaved gates; and the gates shall not be shut; • 2 I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight: I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sitnder the bars of iron: 3 And I will give thee the treasures of dark- ness, and hidden riches of secret places, that thou mayest know that I, the Lord, which call thee by thy name, am the God of Israel. 4 For Jacob my servant's sake, and Israel mine elect, I have even called thee by thy name : I have surnamed thee, though thou hast not known me. 5 I am the Lord, and there is none else, there is no God beside me: I girded thee, though thou hast not known me: 6 That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none beside me. I am the Lord, and there is none else. 7 I form the light, and create darkness : I make peace, and create evil: I the Lord do all these things. 8 Drop down, ye heavens, from above, and let the skies pour down righteousness: let the earth open, and let them bring forth salvation, and let righteousness spring up together; I the Lord have created it. 9 Woe unto him that striveth with his Maker! Let the potsherd strive with the potsherds of the earth. Shall the clay say to him that fashioneth it, What makest thou? or thy work, He hath no hands? 10 Woe unto him that saith unto his father, What begettest thou? or to the woman, What hast thou brought forth? 11 Thus saith the Lord, the Holy One of Israel, and his Maker, Ask me of things to come concern- ing my sons, and concerning the work of my hands command ye me. 12 I have made the earth, and created man upon it : I, even my hands, have stretched out the heavens, and all their host have I commanded. 13 I have raised him up in righteousness, and I will direct all his ways: he shall build my city, and he shall let go my captives, not for price nor reward, saith the Lord of hosts. 14 Thus saith the Lord, The labour of Egypt, and merchandise of Ethiopia and of the Sabeans, men of stature, shall come over unto thee, and they shall be thine : they shall come after thee ; in chains they shall come over, and they shall fall down unto thee, they shall make supplication unto thee, saying, Surely God is in thee; and there is none else, there is no God. 15 Verily thou art a God that hidest thyself, O God of Israel, the Saviour. 16 They shall be ashamed, and also con- founded, all of them: they shall go to confusion together that are makers of idols. 17 But Israel shall be saved in the Lord with an everlasting salvation : ye shall not be ashamed nor confounded world without end. 18 For thus saith the Lord that created the heavens; God himself that formed the earth and made it ; he hath established it, he created it not in vain, he formed it to be inhabited: I am the Lord ; and there is none else. 19 I have not spoken in secret, in a dark place of the earth: I said not unto the seed of Jacob, Seek ye me in vain: I the Lord speak righteous- ness, I declare things that are right. 20 Assemble yourselves and come; draw near together, ye that are escaped of the nations: they have no knowledge that set up the wood of their graven image, and pray unto a god that cannot save. 21 Tell ye, and bring them near; yea, let them take counsel together: who hath declared this from ancient time? who hath told it from that time? have not I the Lord? and there is no God else beside me; a just God and a Saviour; there is none beside me. 514 5 God's judgment ISAIAH, XLYI. (4G) upon Babylon. 22 Look unto me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth: for 1 am God, and there is none else. 23 I have sworn by myself, the word is gone out of my mouth in righteotisness, and shall not re- turn, That unto me every knee shall bow, every tongue shall swear. 24 Surely, shall one say, in the Lord have I righteousness and strength: even to him shall men come; and all that are incensed against him shall be ashamed. 25 In the Lord shall all the seed of Israel be justified, and shall glory. CHAPTER XLVI. (46) 1 The idols of Babylon could not save themselves. 3 God saveth his people to the end. 5 Idols are not comparable to God for power, 12 or present salvation. BEL boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, their idols were upon the beasts, and upon the cattle: your carriages were heavy loaden; they are a bur- den to the weary beast. 2 They stoop, they bow down together; they could not deliver the burden, but themselves are gone into captivity. 3 Hearken unto me, O house of Jacob, and all the remnant of the house of Israel, which are borne by me from the belly, which are carried from the womb: 4 And even to your old age I am he; and even to hoar hairs will I carry you: I have made, and I will bear; even I will carry, and will deliver you. 5 To whom will ye liken me, and make me equal, and compare me, that we may be like? 6 They lavish gold out of the bag, and weigh silver in the balance, and hire a goldsmith; and he maketh it a god: they fall down, yea, they wor- ship. 7 They bear him upon the shoulder, they carry him, and set him in his place, and he standeth; from his place shall he not remove : yea, one shall cry unto him, yet can he not answer, nor save him out of his trouble. 8 Remember this, and shew yourselves men: bring it again to mind, O ye transgressors. 9 Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me. 10 Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure: 11 Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that eziecuteth my counsel from a far coun- try: yea, I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it. 12 Hearken unto me, ye stouthearted, that are far from righteousness: 13 I bring near my righteousness: it shall not be far off, and my salvation shall not tarry: and [ will place salvation in Zion for Israel my glory. CHAPTER XLVn. (47) 1 God's judgment upon Babylon and Chaldea, 6 for their unmereifulness, 7 pride, 10 and overboldness, 11 shall be unresistible. OOME down, and sit in the dust, O virgin daughter of Babylon, sit on the ground: (.here is no throne, O daughter of the Chaldeans: for thou shalt no more be called tender and deli- cate. 2 Take the millstones, and grind meal ; uncover thy locks, make bare the leg, uncover the thigh, pass over the rivers. 3 Thy nakedness shall be uncovered, yea, thy shame shall be seen: I will take vengeance, and I will not meet thee as a man. 4 As for our redeemer, the Lord of hosts is his name, the Holy One of Israel. 5 Sit thou silent, and get thee into darkness, O daughter of the Chaldeans: for thou shalt no more be called, The lady of kingdoms. 6 ■ I was wroth with my people, I have polluted mine inheritance, and given them into thine hand: thou didst shew them no mercy; upon the ancient hast thou very heavily laid thy yoke. 7 And thou saidst, I shall be a lady for ever: so that thou didst not lay these things to thy heart, neither didst remember the latter end of it. 8 Therefore hear now this, thou that art given to pleasures, that dwellest carelessly, that sayest in thine heart, I am, and none else beside me; I shall not sit as a widow, neither shall I know the loss of children: 9 But these two things shall come to thee in a moment in one day, the loss of children, and widowhood : they shall come upon thee in their perfection for the multitude of thy sorceries, and for the great abundance of thine enchant- ments. 10 For thou hast trusted in thy wickedness: thou hast said, None seeth me. Thy wisdom and thy knowledge, it hath perverted thee; and thou hast said in thine heart, I am, and none else be- side me. 11 Therefore shall evil come upon thee; thou shalt not know from whence it riseth: and mis- chief shall fall upon thee; thou shalt not be able to put it off: and desolation shall come upon thee suddenly, which thou shalt not know. 12 Stand now with thine enchantments, and with the multitude of thy sorceries, wherein thou hast laboured from thy youth; if so be thou shalt be able to profit, if so be thou mayest prevail. 13 Thou art wearied in the multitude of thy counsels. Let now the astrologers, the stargazers, the monthly prognosticators, stand up, and save thee from these things that shall come upon thee. 14 Behold, they shall be as stubble; the fire shall burn them'; they shall not deliver them- selves from the power of the flame: there shall not be a coal to warm at, nor fire to sit before it 15 Thus shall they be unto thee with whom thou hast laboured, even thy merchants, from thy youth : they shall wander every one to his quarter; none shall sa^e thee. CHAPTER XLVIH. (48) 1 God, to convince the people of their foreknown ob- stinacy, revealed his prophecies. 9 He saveth them for his own sake. 12 He eshorteth them to obedience, because of his power and providence. 16 He lament- 515 God revealeth his prophecies. ISAIAH, XLIX. (49) Christ sent to the Gentiles. eth their backwardness. 20 He powerfully delivereth his out of Babylon. HEAR ye this, O house of Jacob, which are called by the name of Israel, and are come forth out of the waters of Judah, which swear by the name of the Lord, and make mention of the God of Israel, but not in truth, nor in righteous- ness. 2 For they call themselves of the holy city, and stay themselves upon the God of Israel ; The Lord of hosts is his name. 3 I have declared the former things from the beginning; and they went forth out of my mouth, and I shewed them; I did them suddenly, and they came to pass. 4 Because I knew that thou art obstinate, and thy neck is an iron sinew, and thy brow brass ; 5 I have even from the beginning declared it to thee before it came to pass I shewed it thee: lest thou shouldest say, Mine idol hath done them, and my graven image, and my molten image, hath commanded them. 6 Thou hast heard, see all this; and will not ye declare it? I have shewed thee new things from this time, even hidden things, and thou didst not know them. 7 They are created now, and not from the be- ginning; even before the day when thou heardest them not ; lest thou shouldest say, Behold, I knew them. 8 Yea> thou heardest not; yea, thou knewest not; yea, from that time that thine ear was not opened: for I knew that thou wouldest deal very treacherously, and wast called a transgressor from the womb. 9 For my name's sake will I defer mine anger, and for my praise will I refrain for thee, that I cut thee not off. 10 Behold, I have refined thee, but not with silver ; I have chosen thee in the furnace of afflic- tion. 11 For mine own sake, even for mine own sake, will I do it: for how should my name be polluted? and I will not give my glory unto another. 12 Hearken unto me, O Jacob and Israel, my called; I am he; I am the first, I also am the last. 13 Mine hand also hath laid the foundation of the earth, and my right hand hath spanned the heavens: when I call unto them, they stand up together. 14 All ye, assemble yourselves, and hear; which among them hath declared these things? The Lord hath loved him: he will do his pleasure on Babylon, and his arm shall be on the Chal- deans. 15 I, even I, have spoken; yea, I have called him: I have brought him, and he shall make his way prosperous. 16 Come ye near unto me, hear ye this; I have not spoken in secret from the beginning; from the time that it was, there am I: and now the Lord God, and his Spirit, hath sent me. 17 Thus saith the Lsrd, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel ; I am the Lord thy God which teacheth thee to profit, which leadeth thee by the way that thou shouldest go. 18 O that thou hadst hearkened to my com- mandments ! then had thy peace been as a river, and thy righteousness as the waves of the sea: 19 Thy seed also had been as the sand, and the offspring of thy bowels like the gravel thereof; his name should not have been • cut off nor de- stroyed from before me. 20 Go ye forth of Babylon, flee ye from the Chaldeans, with a voice of singing declare ye, tell this, utter it even to the end of the earth; say ye, The Lord hath redeemed his servant Jacob. 21 And they thirsted not when he led them through the deserts: he caused the waters to flow out of the rock for them: he clave the rock also, and the waters gushed out. 22 There is no peace, saith the Lord, unto the wicked. CHAPTER XLIX. (49) 1 Christ, being sent to the Jews, complaineth of them. 6 He is sent to the Gentiles with gracious promises. 13 God's love is perpetual to his church. 18 The ample restoration of the church. 24 The powerful deliver- ance out of captivity. LISTEN, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The Lord hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. 2 And he hath made my mouth like a sharp sword ; in the shadow of his hand hath he hid me, and made me a polished shaft ; in his quiver hath he hid me; 3 And said unto me, Thou art my servant, O Israel, in whom I will be glorified. 4 Then I said, I have laboured in vain, I have spent my strength for nought, and in vain: yet surely my judgment is with the Lcrd, and my work with my God. 5 And now, saith the Lord that formed me from the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob again to him, Though Israel be not gathered, yet shall I be glorious in the eyes of the Lord, and my God shall be my strength. 6 And he said, It is a light thing that thou shouldest be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the preserved of Israel: I will also give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou mayest be my salvation unto the end of the earth. 7 Thus saith the Lord, the Redeemer of Israel, and his Holy One, to him whom man despiseth, to him whom the nation abhorreth, to a servant of rulers, Kings shall see and arise, princes also shall worship, because of the Lord that is faith- ful, and the Holy One of Israel, and he shall choose thee. 8 Thus saith the Lord, In an acceptable time have I heard thee, and in a day of salvation have I helped thee: and I will preserve thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, to establish the earth, to cause to inherit the desolate heritages; 9 That thou mayest say to the prisoners, Go forth; to them that are in darkness, Shew your- selves. They shall feed in the ways, and their pastures shall be in all high places. 516 The ample restoration ISAIAH, L. (50) 153 of the church. 10 They shall not hunger nor thirst; neither shall the heat nor sun smite them: for he that hath mercy on them shall lead them, even by the springs of water shall he guide them. 11 And I will make all my mountains a way, and my highways shall be exalted. 12 Behold, these shall come from far: and, lo, these from the north and from the west; and these from the land of Sinim. 13 Sing, O heavens; and be joyful, O earth; and break forth into singing, O mountains: for the Lord hath comforted his people, and will have mercy upon his- afflicted. 14 But Zion said, The Lord hath forsaken me, and my Lord hath forgotten me. 15 Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb ? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. 16 Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of ray hands; thy walls are continually before me. 17 Thy children shall make haste; thy destroy- ers and they that made thee waste shall go forth of thee. 18 Lift up thine eyes round about, and behold : all these gather themselves together, and come to thee. As I live, saith the Lord, thou shalt surely clothe thee with them all, as with an orna- ment, and bind them on thee, as a bride doeth. 19 For thy waste and thy desolate places, and the land of thy destruction, shall even now be too narrow by reason of the inhabitants, and they that swallowed thee up shall be far away. 20 The children which thou shalt have, after thou hast lost the other, shall say again in thine ears, The place is too strait for me: give place to me that I may dwell. 21 Then shalt thou say in thine heart, Who hath begotten me these, seeing I have lost my children, and am desolate, a captive, and remov- ing to and fro? and who hath brought up these? Behold I was left alone; these, where had they been? 22 Thus saith the Lord God, Behold, I will lift up mine hand to the Gentiles, and set up my standard to the people: and they shall bring thy sons in their arms, and thy daughters shall be carried upon their shoulders. 23 And kings shall be thy nursing fathers, and their queens thy nursing mothers: they shall bow down to thee with their face toward the earth, and lick up the dust of thy feet; and thou shalt know that I am the Lord: for they shall not be ashamed that wait for me. 24 Shall the prey be taken from the mighty, or the lawful captive delivered? 25 But thus saith the Lord, Even the captives of the mighty shall be taken away, and the prey of the terrible shall be delivered: for I will con- tend with him that contendeth with thee, and I will save thy children. 26 And I will feed them that oppress thee with their own flesh; and they shall be drunken with their own blood, as with sweet wine: and all flesh shall know that I the Lord am thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, the mighty One of Jacob. CHAPTER L. (50) 1 Christ sheweth that the dereliction of the Jews is not to be imputed to him, by his ability to save, 5 by his obedience in that work, 7 and by his confidence in that assistance. 10 An exhortation to trust in God, ana not in ourselves. nHHUS saith the Lord, Where is the bill of J- your mother's divorcement, whom I have put away? or which of my creditors is it to whom I have sold you? Behold, for your iniquities have ye sold yourselves, and for your transgressions is your mother put away. 2 Wherefore, when I came, was there no man? when I called, was there none to answer? Is my hand shortened at all, that it cannot redeem? or have I no power to deliver? behold, at my rebuke I dry up the sea, I make the rivers a wilderness: their fish stinketh, because there is no water, and dieth for thirst. 3 I clothe the heavens with blackness, and I make sackcloth their covering. 4 The Lord God hath given me the tongue of the learned, that I should know how to speak a word in season to him that is weary: he wakeneth morning by morning, he wakeneth mine ear to hear as the learned. 5 The Lord God hath opened mine ear, and I was not rebellious, neither turned away back. 6 I gave my back to the smiters, and my cheeks to them that plucked off the hair: I hid not my face from shame and spitting. 7 For the Lord God will help me; therefore shall I not be confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I knowi that I shall not be ashamed. 8 He is near that justifieth me; who will con j tend with me? let us stand together: who is mine adversary? let him come near to me. 9 Behold, the Lord God will help me; who is he that shall condemn me? lo, they all shall wax old as a garment; the moth shall eat them up. 10 Who is among you that feareth the Lord, that obeyeth the voice of his servant, that walk- eth in darkness, and hath no light? let him trust in the name of the Lord, and stay upon his God. 11 Behold, all ye that kindle a fire, that com- pass vourselves about with sparks: walk in the light of your fire, and in the sparks that ye have kindled. This shall ye have of mine hand; ye shall lie down in sorrow. CHAPTER LI. (51) 1 'An exhortation, after the pattern of Abraham, to trust iin Christ, 3 by reason of his comfortable promises, 4 of his righteous salvation, 7 and man's mortality. 9 Christ by his sanctified arm defendeth his from the fear of man. 17 He bewaileth the afflictions of Jerusa- lem, 21 and promiseth deliverance. HEARKEN to me, ye that follow after right- eousness, ye that seek the Lord: look unto the rock whence ye are hewn, and to the hole of the pit whence ye are digged. 2 Look unto Abraham your father, and unto Sarah that bare you : for I called Mm alone, and blessed him, and increased him. 617 Exhortation to trust in Christ. ISAIAH, LII. (52) Christ's free redemption. 3 For the Lord shall comfort Zion : he will com- fort all her waste places; and he will make her wilderness like Eden, and her desert like the gar- den of the Lord; joy and gladness shall be found therein, thanksgiving, and the voice of melody. 4 Hearken unto me, my people; and give ear unto me, O my nation: for a law shall proceed from me, and I will make my judgment to rest for a light of the people. 5 My righteousness is near; my salvation is gone forth, and mine arms shall judge the people; the isles shall wait upon me, and on mine arm shall they trust. 6 Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look upon the earth beneath: for the heavens shall vanish away like smoke, and the earth shall wax old like a garment, and they that dwell therein shall die in like manner: but my salvation shall be for ever, and my righteousness shall not be abolished. 7 Hearken unto me, ye that Know righteous- ness, the people in whose heart is my law ;. fear ye not the reproach of men. neither be ye afraid of their revilings. 8 For the moth shall eat them up like a gar- ment, and the worm shall eat them like wool : but my righteousness shall be for ever, and my salva- tion from generation to generation. 9 Awake, awake, put on strength, O arm of the Lord; awake, as in the ancient days, in the generations of oJd. Art thou not it that hath cut Rahab, and wounded the dragon? 10 Art thou not it which hath dried the sea, the waters of the great deep; that hath made the depths of the sea a way for the ransomed to pass over? 11 Therefore the redeemed of the Lord shall return, and come with singing unto Zion; and everlasting joy shall be upon their head: they shall obtain gladness and joy; and sorrow and mourning shall flee- away. 12 I, even I, am he that comforteth you: who art thou, that thou shouldest be afraid cf a man that shall die, and of the son of man which shall be made as grass; 13 And forgettest the Lord thy maker, that hath stretched forth the heavens, and laid the foundations of the earth; and hast feared con- tinually every day because of the fury of the op- pressor, as if he were ready to destroy? and where is the fury of the oppressor? 14 The captive exile hasteneth that he may be loosed, and that he should not die in the pit, nor that his bread should fail. 15 Eut I am the Lord thy God, that divided the sea, whose waves roared: The Lord of hosts is his name. 16 And I have put my words in thy mouth, and I have covered thee in the shadow of mine hand, that I may plant the heavens, and lay the founda- tions cf the earth, and say unto Zion, Thou art my people. 17 Awake, awake, stand up, O Jerusalem, which hast drunk at the hand of the Lord the cup of his fury; thou hast drunken the dregs of the cup of trembling, and wrung them out. 18 There is none to guide her among all the sons whom she hath brought forth; n'eit"her is there any that taketh her by the hand of all the sons that she hath brought up. 19 These two things are come unto thee; who shall be sorry for thee? desolation, and destruc- tion, and the famine, and the sword: by whom shall I comfort thee? 20 Thy sons have fainted, they lie at the head of all the streets, as a wild bull in a net : they are full of the fury of the Lord, the rebuke of thy God. 21 Therefore hear now this, thou afflicted, and drunken, but not with wine: 22 Thus saith thy Lord the Lord, and thy God that pleadeth the cause of his people, Behold, 1 have taken out of thine hand the cup of trem- bling, even the dregs of the cup of my fury; thou shalt no more drink it again: 23 But I will put it into the hand of them that afflict thee; which have said to thy soul, Bow down, that we may go over: and thou hast laid thy body as the ground, and as the street, to them that went over. CHABTER LII. (52) 1 Christ persuadeth the church to believe his free re- demption, 7 to receive the ministers thereof, 9 to joy in. the power thereof, 11 and to free themselves from bondage. 13 Christ's kingdom shall be exalted. AWAKE, awake; put on thy strength, O Zion; put on thy beautiful garments, O Jerusa- lem, the holy city: for henceforth there shall no more come into thee the uncircumcised and the unclean. 2 Shake thyself from the dust; arise, and sit down, O Jerusalem: loose thyself from the bands of thy neck, O captive daughter cf Zion. 3 For thus saith the Lord, Ye have sold your- selves for nought; and ye shall be redeemed with- out money. 4 For thus saith the Lord God, My people went down aforetime into Egypt to sojourn there; and the Assyrian oppressed them without cause. 5 Now therefore, what have I here, saith the Lord, that my people is taken away for nought? they that rule over them make them to howl, saith the Lord; and my name continually every day is blasphemed. 6 Therefore my people shall know my name: therefore they shall know in that day that I am he that doth speak: behold, it is I. 7 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that pub- lisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings cf good, that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth! 8 Thy watchmen shall lift up the voice; with 1 the voice together shall they sing: for they shall see eye to eye, when the Lord shall bring again Zion. 9 Break forth into joy, sing together, ye waste places of Jerusalem: for the Lord hath comforted his people, he hath redeemed Jerusalem. 510 755 His sufferings foretold. ISAIAH, LIII. (53) The church comforted. 10 The Lord hath made bare his holy arm in the eyes of all the nations: and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God. 11 Depart ye, depart ye, ga ye out from thence, touch no unclean thing; go ye out of the midst of her; be ye clean that bear the vessels of the Lord. 12 For ye shall not go out with haste, nor go by flight; for the Lord will gOi before you; and the God of Israel will be your rereward. 13 Behold, my servant shall deal prudently, he shall be exalted and extolled, and be very high. 14 As many were astonied. at thee; his visage was so marred more than any man, and his form more than the sons of men : 15 So shall he sprinkle many nations; the kings shall shut their mouths at him: for that which had not been told them shall they see ; and that which they had not heard shall they con- sider. CHAPTER LHI. (53) 1 The prophet, complaining of incredulity, excusetn the scandal of the cross, 4 by the benefit of his pas- sion, 10 and the good success thereof. WHO hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the Lord revealed? 2 For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground : he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him. 3 He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him; he was despised, and we esteemed him not. 4 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. 5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastise- ment of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. 6 All we like sheep have gone astray ; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord hath laid on him the iniquity of us all. 7 He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth : he is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shear- ers is dumb, so he openeth not his mouth. 8 He was taken from prison and from judg- ment: and who shall declare his generation? for he was cut off out of the land of the living: for the transgression of my people was he stricken. 9 And he made his grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his death.7 because he had done no violence, neither was any deceit in his mouth. 10 Yet it pleased the Lord to bruise him; he hath put him to grief: when thou shalt make his soul an offering for sin, he shall see his seed, he shall prolong his days, and the pleasure of the Lord shall prosper in his hand. 11 He shall see of the travail of his soul, and shall be satisfied: by his knowledge shall my righteous servant justify many; for he shall bear their iniquities. 12 Therefore will I divide him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he hath poured out his soul unto death : and he was numbered with the transgres- sors; and he bare the sin of many, and made in- tercession for the transgressors. CHAPTER LIV. (54) 1 The prophet, for the comfort of the Gentiles, pro- phesieth the amplitude of their church, 4 their safety, 6 their certain deliverance out of affliction, 11 their fair edification, 15 and their sure preservation. SING, O barren, thou that didst not bear; break forth into singing, and cry aloud, thou that didst not travail with child : for more are the children of the desolate than the children of the married wife, saith the Lord. 2 Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains, of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes; 3 For thou shalt break forth on the right hand and on the left; and thy seed shall inherit the Gentiles, and make the desolate cities to be in- habited. 4 Fear not; for thou shalt not be ashamed: neither be thou confounded; for thou shalt not be put to shame: for thou shalt forget the shame of thy youth, and shalt not remember the reproach of thy widowhood any more. 5 For thy Maker is thine husband ; the Lord of hosts is his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel ; The God of the whole earth shall he be called. 6 For the Lord hath called thee as a woman forsaken and grieved in spirit, and a wife of youth, when thou wast refused, saith thy God. 7 For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee. 8 In a little wrath I hid my face from thee for a moment; but with everlasting kindness will I have mercy on thee, saith the Lord thy Redeemer. 9 For this is as the waters of Edah unto me: for as I have sworn that the waters of Noah should no more go over the earth ; so have I sworn that I would not be wroth with thee, nor rebuke thee. 10 For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not de- part from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord that hath mercy on thee. 11 O thou afflicted, tossed with tempest, and not comforted, behold, I will lay thy stones with fair colours, and lay thy foundations with sapphires. 12 And I will make thy windows of agates, and thy gates of carbuncles, and all thy borders of pleasant stones. 13 And all thy children shall be taught of the Lord; and great shall be the peace of thy children. 14 In righteousness shalt thou be established: thou shalt be far from oppression; for thou shalt not fear: and from terror; for it shall not come near thee. 15 Behold, they shall surely gather together, but not by me: whosoever shall gather together against thee shall fall for thy sake. 519 The prophet calleth to faith. ISAIAH, LV. (55) Blind watchmen reproved. 16 Behold, I have created the smith that blow- eth the coals in the fire, and that bringeth forth an instrument for his work; and I have created the waster to destroy. 17 No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper ; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord. CHAPTER LV. (55) 1 The prophet, with the promises of Christ, calleth to faith, 6 and to repentance. 8 The happy success of them that believe. HO, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. 2 Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not bread? and your labour for that which sat- isfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye that which is good, and let your soul delight it- self in fatness. 3 Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live ; and I will make an ever- lasting covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David. 4 Behold, I have given him for a witness to the people, a leader and commander to the people. 5 Behold, thou shalt call a nation that thou knowest not, and nations that knew not thee shall run unto thee because of the Lord thy God, and for the Holy One of Israel; for he hath glorified thee. 6 Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near: 7 Let the wicked forsake his way, and the un- righteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the Lord, and he will have mercy upon him ; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. 8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your waysi my ways, saith the Lord. 9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts. 10 For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater: 11 So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. 12 For ye shall go out with joy, and be led forth with peace: the mountains and the hills shall break forth before you into' singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. 13 Instead of the thorn shall come up the fir tree, and instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle tree: and it shall be to the Lord for a name, for an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off. CHAPTER LVI. (56) 1 The prophet exhorteth to sanctification. 3 He pro- miseth it shall be general without respect of persons. 9 He inveigheth against blind watchmen. THUS saith the Lord, Keep ye judgment, and do justice: for my salvation is near to' come, and my righteousness to be revealed. 2 Blessed is the man that doeth this, and the son of man that layeth hold on it; that keepeth the sabbath from polluting it, and keepeth his hand from doing any evil. 3 Neither let the son of the stranger, that hath joined himself to the Lord, speak, saying, The Lord hath utterly separated me from his people: neither let the eunuch say, Behold, I am a dry tree. 4 For thus saith the Lord unto the eunuchs that keep my sabbaths, and choose the things that please me, and take hold of my covenant; 5 Even unto them will I give in mine house and within my walls a place and a name better than of sons and of daughters: I will give them an ever- lasting name, that shall not be cut off. 6 Also the sons of the stranger, that join them- selves to the Lord, to serve him, and to love the name of the Lord, to be his servants, every one that keepeth the sabbath from polluting it, and taketh hold of my covenant; 7 Even them will I bring to my holy mountain, and make them joyful in my house of prayer: their burnt offerings and their sacrifices shall be accepted upon mine altar; for mine house shall be called an house of prayer for all people. 8 The Lord God which gathereth the outcasts of Israel saith, Yet will I gather others to him, beside those that are gathered unto him. 9 All ye beasts of the field, come to devour, yea, all ye beasts in the forest. 10 His watchmen are blind : they are all ignor- ant, they are all dumb dogs, they cannot bark; sleeping, lying down, loving to' slumber. 11 Yea, they are greedy dogs which can never have enough, and they are shepherds that cannot understand : they all look to their own way, every one for his gain, from his quarter. 12 Come ye, say they, I will fetch wine, and we will fill ourselves with strong drink ; and to mor- row shall be as this day, and much more abund- ant. CHAPTER LVII. (57) 1 The blessed death of the righteous. 3 God reprovetn the Jews for their whorish idolatry. 13 He giveth evangelical promises to the penitent. THE righteous perisheth, and no man layeth it to heart: and merciful men are taken away, none considering that the righteous Is taken away from the evil to come. 2 He shall enter into peace: they shall rest in their beds, each one walking in hi3 uprightness. 3 But draw near hither, ye sons of the sorceress, the seed of the adulterer and the whore. 4 Against whom do ye sport yourselves? against whom make ye a wide mouth, and draw out the tongue? are ye not children of transgres- sion, a seed of falsehood, 5 Enflaming yourselves with idols under every 520 Promises to the penitent. ISAIAH, LYIII. (58) __ The fast which God accepteth. green tree, slaying the children in the valleys un- der the clifts of the rocks? 6 Among the smooth stones of the stream is thy portion; they, they are thy lot: even to them hast thou poured a drink offering, thou hast of- fered a meat offering. Should I receive comfort in these? 7 Upon a lofty and high mountain hast thou set thy bed : even thither wentest thou up to offer sacrifice. 8 Behind the doors also and the posts hast thou set up thy remembrance : for thou hast discovered thyself to another than me, and art gone up ; thou hast enlarged thy bed, and made thee a covenant with them; thou lovedst their bed where thou sawest it. 9 And thou wentest to the king with ointment, and didst increase thy perfumes, and didst send thy messengers far off, and didst debase thyself even unto hell. 10 Thou art wearied in the greatness of thy way; yet saidst thou not, There is no hope; thou hast found the life of thine hand ; therefore thou wast not grieved. 11 And of whom hast thou been afraid or feared, that thou hast lied, and hast not remem- bered me, nor laid it to thy heart? have not I held my peace even of old, and thou fearest me not? 12 I will declare thy righteousness, and thy works; for they shall not profit thee. 13 When thou criest, let thy companies deliver thee; but the wind shall carry them all away; vanity shall take them: but he that putteth his trust in me shall possess the land, and shall in- herit my holy mountain; 14 And shall say, Cast ye up, cast ye up, pre- pare the way, take up the stumblingblock out of the way of my people. 15 For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy ; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones. 16 For I will not contend for ever, neither will I be always wroth: for the spirit should fail be- fore me, and the souls which I have made. 17 For the iniquity of his covetousness was I wroth, and smote him : I hid me, and was wroth, and he went on frowardly in the way of his heart. 18 I have seen his ways, and will heal him: I will lead him also, and restore comforts unto him and to his mourners. 19 I create the fruit of the lips; Peace, peace to him that is far off, and to him that is near, saith the Lord ; and I will heal him. 20 But the wicked are like the troubled sea, when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt. 21 There is no peace, saith my God, to the wicked. CHAPTER LVIII. (58) 1 The prophet, being sent to reprove hypocrisy, 3 ex- pressed a counterfeit fast and a true. 8 He declar- eth what promises are due unto godliness, 13 and to the keeping of the sabbath. CRY aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their trans* gression, and the house of Jacob their sins. 2 Yet they seek me daily, and delight to know my ways, as a nation that did righteousness, and forsook not the ordinance of their God: they ask of me the ordinances of justice; they take delight in approaching to God. 3 Wherefore have we fasted, say they, and thou seestnot? wherefore have we afflicted our soul, and thou takest no knowledge? Behold, in the day of your fast ye find pleasure, and exact all your labours. 4 Behold, ye fast for strife and debate, and to smite wi th the fist of wickedness : ye shall not fast as ye do this day, to make your voice to be heard on high. 5 Is it such a fast that I have chosen? a day for a man to afflict his soul ? is it to bow down his head as a bulrush, and to spread sackcloth and ashes under him? wilt thou call this a fast, and an acceptable day to the Lord? 6 Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke? 7 Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thy house? when thou seest the naked, that thou cover him; and that thou hide not thyself from thine own flesh? 8 Then shall thy light break forth as the morn- ing, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the Lord shall be thy rereward. 9 Then shalt thou call, and the Lord shall answer; thou shalt cry, and he shall say, Here I am. If thou take away from the midst of thee the yoke, the putting forth of the finger, and speaking vanity; 10 And if thou draw out thy soul to the hun- gry, and satisfy the afflicted soul ; then shall thy light rise in obscurity, and thy darkness be as the noon day: 11 And the Lord shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not 12 And they that shall be of thee shall build the old waste places: thou shalt raise up the foundations of many generations ; and thou shalt be called, The repairer of the breach, The restorer of paths to dwell in. 13 If thou turn away thy foot from -the sabbath, from doing thy pleasure on my holy day; and call the sabbath a delight, the holy of the Lord, hon- ourable; and shalt honour him, not doing thine own ways, nor finding thine own pleasure, nor speaking thine own words: 14 Then shalt thou delight thyself in the Lord; and I will cause thee to ride upon the high places of the earth, and feed thee with the heritage of 621 The sins of the Jews. ISAIAH, LIX. (59) The access of the Gentiles. Jacob thy father: for the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it. CHAPTER LIX. (59) 1 The damnable nature of sin. 3 The sins of the Jews. 9 Calamity is for sin. 16 Salvation is only of God. 20 The covenant of the Redeemer. BEHOLD, the Lord's hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear: 2 But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear. 3 For your hands are defiled with blood, and your fingers with iniquity; your lips have spoken lies, your tongue hath muttered perverseness. 4 None calleth for justice, nor any pleadeth for truth; they trust in vanity, and speak lies; they conceive mischief, and bring forth iniquity. 5 They hatch cockatrice' eggs, and weave the spider's web: he that eateth of their eggs dieth, and that which is crushed breaketh out into a viper. 6 Their webs shall not become garments, neither shall they cover themselves with their works : their works are works of iniquity, and the act of violence is in their hands. 7 Their feet run to evil, and they make haste to shed innocent blood: their thoughts are thoughts of iniquity; wasting and destruction are in their paths. 8 The way of peace they know not; and there is no judgment in their goings: they have made them crooked paths: whosoever goeth therein shall not know peace. 9 Therefore is judgment far from us, neither doth justice overtake us: we wait for light, but behold obscurity; for brightness, but we walk in darkness. 10 We grope for the wall like the blind, and we grope as if we had no eyes: we stumble at noon day as in the night; we are in desolate places as dead men. 11 We roar all like bears, and mourn sore like doves: we look for judgment, but there is none; for salvation, but it is far off from us. 12 For our transgressions are multiplied before thee, and our sins testify against us : for our trans- gressions are with us; and as for our iniquities, we know them ; 13 In transgressing and lying against the Lord, and departing away from our God, speaking op- pression and revolt, conceiving ,and uttering from the heart words of falsehood. 14 And judgment is turned away backward, and justice standeth afar off: for truth is fallen in the street, and equity cannot enter. 15 Yea, truth faileth; and he that departeth from evil maketh himself a prey: and the Lord saw it, and it displeased him that there was no judgment. 16 And he saw that there was no man, and wondered that there was no intercessor: therefore his arm brought salvation unto him; and his righteousness, it sustained him. 17 For he put on righteousness as a breast- plate, and an helmet of salvation upon his head; and he put on the garments of vengeance for clothing, and was clad with zeal as a cloke. 18 According to their deeds, accordingly he will repay, fury to his adversaries, recompence to his enemies; to the islands he will repay recom- pence. 19 So shall they fear the name of the Lord from the west, and his glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him. 20 And the Redeemer shall come to Zion, and unto them that turn from transgression in Jacob, saith the Lord, 21 As for me, this is my covenant with them, saith the Lord; My spirit that is upon thee, and my words which I have put in thy mouth, shall not depart out of thy mouth, nor out of the mouth of thy seed, nor out of the mouth of thy seed's seed, saith the Lord, from henceforth and for ever. CHAPTER LX. (60) 1 The glory of the church in the abundant access of the Gentiles, 15 and the great blessings after a short affliction. ARISE, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee. 2 For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. 3 And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising. 4 Lift up thine eyes round about, and see: all they gather themselves together, they come to thee : thy sons shall come from far, and thy daugh- ters shall be nursed at thy side. 5 Then thou shalt see, and flow, together, and thine heart shall fear, and be enlarged; because the abundance of the sea shall be converted unto thee, the forces of the Gentiles shall come unto thee. 6 The multitude of camels shall cover thee, the dromedaries of Midian and Ephah ; all they from Sheba shall come: they shall bring gold and in- cense; and they shall shew forth the praises of the Lord. 7 All the flocks of Kedar shall be gathered to- gether unto thee, the rams of Nebaioth shall min- ister unto thee: they shall come up with accept- ance on mine altar, and I will glorify the house of my glory. 8 Who are these that fly as a cloud, and as the doves to their windows? 9 Surely the isles shall wait for me, and 4^ ships of Tarshish first, to bring thy sons from far, their silver and their gold with them, unto the name of the Lord thy God, and to the Holy One of Israel, because he hath glorified thee. 10 And the sons of strangers shall build up thy walls, and their kings shall minister unto thee: for in my wrath I smote thee, but in my favour have I had mercy on thee. 11 Therefore thy gates shall be open con- 522 1^ The office of Christ. ISAIAH, LXI. (61) The office of ministers. tinually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring unto thee the forces of the Gentiles, and that their kings may be brought. 12 For the nation and kingdom that will not serve thee shall perish; yea, these nations shall be utterly wasted. 13 The glory of Lebanon shall come unto thee, the fir tree, the pine tree, and the box together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary; and I will make the place of my feet glorious. 14. The sons also of them that afflicted thee shall come bending unto thee; and all they that despised thee shall bow themselves down at the soles of thy feet ; and they shall call thee, The city of the Lord, The Zion of the Holy One of Israel. 15 Whereas thou hast been forsaken and hated, so that no man went through thee, I will make thee an eternal excellency, a joy of many genera- tions. 16 Thou shalt also suck the milk of the Gen- tiles, and shalt suck the breast of kings : and thou shalt know that I the Lord am thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, the mighty One of Jacob. 17 For brass I will bring gold, and for iron I will bring silver, and for wood brass, and for stones iron: I will also make thy officers peace, and thine. exactors righteousness. 18 Violence shall no more be heard in thy land, wasting nor destruction within thy borders; but thou shalt call thy walls Salvation, and thy gates Praise. 19 The sun shall be no more thy light by day ; neither for brightness shall the moon give light unto thee : but the Lord shall be unto thee an ever- lasting light, and thy God thy glory. 20 Thy sun shall no more go down; neither shall thy moon withdraw itself: for the Lord shall be thine everlasting light, and the days of thy mourning shall be ended. 21 Thy people also shall be all righteous: they shall inherit the land for ever, the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified. 22 A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation : I the Lord will hasten it in his time. CHAPTER LXI. (61) 1 The office of Christ. 4 The forwardness, 7 and bless- ings of the faithful. THE Spirit of the Lord God is upon me; be- cause the Lord hath anointed me .to preach good tidings unto the meek ; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound ; 2 To proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord, and the day of vengeance of our God ; to comfort all that mourn; 3 To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness: that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified. 4 And they shall build the old wastes, they shall raise up the former desolations, and they shall repair the waste cities, the desolations of many generations. 5 And strangers shall stand and feed your flocks, and the sons of the alien shall be your plowmen and your vinedressers. 6 But ye shall be named the Priests of the Lord: men shall call you the Ministers of our God: ye shall eat the riches of the Gentiles, and in their glory shall ye boast yourselves. 7 For your shame ye shall have double; and for confusion they shall rejoice in their portion : there- fore in their land they shall possess the double: everlasting joy shall be unto them. 8 For I the Lord love judgment, I hate robbery for burnt offering; and I will direct their work in truth, and I will make an everlasting covenant with them. 9 And their seed shall be known among the Gentiles, and their offspring among the people: all that see them' shall acknowledge them, that they are the seed which the Lord hath blessed. 10 I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God ; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bride- groom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth herself with her jewels. 11 For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth ; so the Lord God will cause righteousness and -praise to spring forth before all the nations. CHAPTER LXn. (62) 1 The fervent desire of the prophet to confirm the church in God's pi*omises. 5 The office of the ministers (unto which they are incited) in preaching the gospel, 10 ana preparing the people thereto. FOR Zion's sake will I not hold my peace, and for Jerusalem's sake I will not rest, until the righteousness thereof go forth as brightness, and the salvation thereof as a lamp that burneth. 2 And the Gentiles shall see thy righteousness, and all kings thy glory: and thou shalt be called by a new name, which the mouth of the Lord shall name. 3 Thou shalt also be a crown of glory in the hand of the Lord, and a royal diadem in the hand of thy God. 4 Thou shalt no more be termed Forsaken; neither shall thy land any more be termed Deso- late: but thou shalt be called Hephzi-bah, and thy land Beulah : for the Lord delighteth in thee, and thy land shall be married. 5 For as a young man marrieth a virgin, so shall thy sons marry thee: and as the bridegroom rejoiceth over the bride, so shall thy God rejoice over thee. 6 I have set watchmen upon thy walls, O Jeru- salem, which shall never hold their peace day nor night: ye that make mention of the Lord, keep not silence, 7 And give him no rest, till he establish, and till he make Jerusalem a praise in the earth. 8 The Lord hath sworn by his right hand, and 523 § «J-a a a ■s£a| «M x! 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    -H O Kg M 00 J H.£3 God expoatulateth JEREMIAH, II. (2) with the Jews. 8 Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the Lord. 9 Then the Lord put forth his hand, and touched my mouth. And the Lord said unto me, Behold, I have put my words in thy mouth. 10 See, I have this day set thee over the na- tions and over the kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down, to build, and to plant. 11 Moreover the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Jeremiah, what seest thou? And 1 said, I see a rod of an almond tree. 12 Then said, the Lord unto me, Thou hast well seen : for I will hasten my word to perform it. 13 And the word of the Lord came unto me the second time, saying, What seest thou? And I said, I see a seething pot; and the face thereof is toward the north. 14 Then the Lord said unto me, Out of the north an evil shall break forth upon all the in- habitants of the land. 15 For, lo, I will call all the families of the kingdoms of the north, saith the Lord; and they shall come, and they shall set every one his throne at the entering of the gates of Jerusalem, and against all the walls thereof round aboutj and against all the cities of Judah. 16 And I will utter my judgments against them touching all their wickedness, who* have forsaken me, and have burned incense unto other gods, and worshipped the works of their own hands. 17 Thou therefore gird up thy loins, and arise, and speak unto them all that I command thee: be not dismayed at their faces, lest I confound thee before them. 18 For, behold, I have made thee this day a de- fenced city, and an iron pillar, and brasen walls against the whole land, against the kings of Ju- dah, against the princes thereof, against the priests thereof, and against the people of the land. 19 And they shall fight against thee; but they shall not prevail against thee; for I am with thee, saith the Lord, to deliver thee. CHAPTER H. (2) 1 -God, having shewed his former kindness, expostulat- ed with the Jews their causeless revolt, 9 beyond any example. 14 They are the causes of their own calami- ties. 20 The sins of Judah. 31 Her confidence is re- jected. MOREOVER the word of the Lord came to me, saying, 2 Go and cry in the ears of Jerusalem, saying, Thus saith the Lord; I remember thee, the kind- ness of thy youth, the love of thine espousals, when thou wentest after me in the wilderness, in a land that was not sown. 3 Israel was holiness unto the Lord, and the firstfruits of his increase: all that devour him shall offend ; evil shall come upon them, saith the Lord. 4 Hear ye the word of the Lord, O house of Jacob, and all the families of the house of Israel: 5 Thus saith the Lord, What iniquity have your fathers found in me, that they are gone far from me, and have walked after vanity, and are become vain? 6 Neither said they, Where is the Lord that brought us up out of the land of Egypt, that led us through the wilderness, through a land of deserts and of pits, through a land of drought, and of the shadow of death, through a land that no man passed through, and where no man dwelt? 7 And I brought you into a plentiful country, to eat the fruit thereof and the goodness thereof; but when ye entered, ye defiled my land, and made mine heritage an abomination. 8 The priests said not, Where is the Lord? and they that handle the law knew me not : the pas- tors also transgressed against me, and the prophets prophesied by Baal, and walked after things that do not profit. 9 Wherefore I will yet plead with you, saith the Lord, and with your children's children will I plead. 10 For pass over the isles of Chittim, and see; and send unto Kedar, and consider diligently, and see if there be such a thing. 11 Hath a nation changed their gods, which are yet no gods? but my people have changed their glory for that which doth not profit. 12 Be astonished, O ye heavens, at this, and be horribly afraid, be ye very desolate, saith the Lord. 13 For my people have committed two evils; they have forsaken me the fountain of living waters, and hewed them out cisterns, broken cis- terns, that can hold no water. 14 Is Israel a servant? is he a homeborn slave? why is he spoiled? 15 The young lions roared upon him, and yelled, and they made his land waste: his cities are burned without inhabitant. 16 Also the children of Noph and Tahapanes have broken the crown of thy head. 17 Hast thou not procured this unto thyself, in that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God, when he led thee by the way? 18 And now what hast thou to do in the way of Egypt, to drink the waters of Sihor? or what hast thou to do in the way of Assyria, to drink the waters of the river? 19 Thine own wickedness shall correct thee, and thy backslidings shall reprove thee: know therefore and see that it is an evil thing and bit- ter, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God, and that my fear is not in thee, saith the Lord God of hosts. 20 For of old time I have broken thy yoke, and burst thy bands; and thou saidst, I will not trans- gress; when upon every high hill and under every green tree thou wanderest, playing the harlot. 21 Tet I had planted thee a noble vine, wholly a right seed: how then art thou turned into the degenerate plant of a strange vine unto me? 22 For though thou wash thee with nitre, and take thee much sope, yet thine iniquity is marked before me, saith the Lord God. 527 Judah's confidence is rejected. JEREMIAH, III. (3) Promises to the penitent. 23 How canst thou say, I am not polluted, I have not gone after Baalim? see thy way in the valley, know what thou hast done: thou art a swift dromedary traversing her ways; 24 A wild ass used to the wilderness, that snuffeth up the wind at her pleasure; in her occa- sion who can turn her away? all they that seek her will not weary themselves ; in her month they shall find her. 25 Withhold thy foot from being unshod, and thy throat from thirst: but thou saidst, There is no hope: no; for I have loved strangers, and after them will I go. 26 As the thief is ashamed when he is found, so is the house of Israel ashamed; they, their kings, their princes, and their priests, and their prophets, 27 Saying to a stock, Thou art my father; and to a stone, Thou hast brought me forth: for they have turned their back unto me, and not their face: but in the time of their trouble they will say, Arise, and save us. 28 But where are thy gods that thou hast made thee? let them arise, if they can save thee in the time of thy trouble: for according to the number of thy cities are thy gods, O Judah. 29 Wherefore will ye plead with me? ye all have transgressed against me, saith the Lord. 30 In vain have I smitten your children; they received no correction: your own sword hath de- voured your prophets, like a destroying lion. 31 O generation, see ye the word of the Lord. Have I been a wilderness unto Israel? a land of darkness? wherefore say my people, We are lords; we will come no more unto thee? 32 Can a maid forget her ornaments, or a bride her attire? yet my people have forgotten me days without number. 33 Why trimmest thou thy way to seek love? therefore hast thou also taught the wicked ones thy ways. 34 Also in thy skirts is found the blood of the souls of the poor innocents: I have not found it by secret search, but upon all these. 35 Yet thou sayest. Because I am innocent, surely his anger shall turn from me. Behold, I will plead with thee, because thou sayest, I have not sinned. 36 Why gaddest thou about so much to change thy way? thou also shalt be ashamed of Egypt, as thou wast ashamed of Assyria. 37 Yea, thou shalt go forth from him, and thine hands upon thine head: for the Lord hath re- jected thy confidences, and thou shalt not pros- per in them. CHAPTER IH (3) 1 God's great mercy in Judah's vile whoredom. 6 Judah is worse than Israel. 12 The promises of the gospel to the penitent. 20 Israel reproved, and called by God, maketh a solemn confession of their sins. THEY say, If a man put away his wife, and she go from him, and become another man's, shall he return unto her again? shall not that land be greatly polluted? but thou hast played the harlot with many lovers; yet return again to me, saith the Lord. 2 Lift up thine eyes unto* the high places, and see where thou hast not been lien with. In the ways hast thou sat for them, as the Arabian in the wilderness; and thou hast polluted the land with thy whoredoms and with thy wickedness. 3 Therefore the showers have been withholden, and there hath been no latter rain; and thou hadst a whore's forehead, thou refusedst to be ashamed. 4 Wilt thou not from this time cry unto me, My father, thou art the guide of my youth? 5 Will he reserve his anger for ever? will he keep it to the end? Behold, thou hast spoken and done evil things as thou eouldest. 6 The Lord said also unto me in the days of Josiah the king, Hast thou seen that which back- sliding Israel hath done? she is gone up upon every high mountain and under every green tree, and there hath played the harlot. 7 And I said after she had done all these things, Turn thou unto me. Bat she returned not. And her treacherous sister Judah saw it. 8 And I saw, when for all the causes whereby backsliding Israel committed adultery I had put her away, and given her a bill of divorce; yet her treacherous sister Judah feared not, but went and played the harlot also. 9 And it came to pass through the lightness of her whoredom, that she defiled the land, and com- mitted adultery with stones and with stocks. 10 And yet for all this her treacherous sister Judah hath not turned unto me with her whole heart, but feignedly, saith the Lord. 11 And the Lord said unto me, The backslid- ing Israel hath justified herself more than treacherous Judah. 12 Co and proclaim these words toward the north, and say, Return, thou backsliding Israel, saith the Lord; and I will not cause mine anger to fall upon you: for I am merciful, saith the Lord, and I will not keep anger for ever. 13 Only acknowledge thine iniquity, that thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy Cod, and hast scattered thy ways to the strangers under every green tree, and ye have not obeyed my voice, saith the Lord. 14 Turn, O backsliding children, saith the Lord; for I am married unto you: and I will take you one of a city, and two of a family, and I will bring you to Zion: 15 And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding. 16 And it shall come to pass, when ye be multi- plied and increased in the land, in those days, saith the Lord, they shall say no more, The ark of the covenant of the Lord : neither shall it come to mind : neither shall they remember it ; neither shall they visit it; neither shall that be done any more. 17 At that time they shall call Jerusalem the throne of the Lord; and all the nations shall be gathered unto it, to the name of the Lord, to Jeru- 528 Judah exhorted to repent. JEREMIAH, IV. (4) A grievous lamentation. salem : neither shall they walk any more after the imagination of their evil heart. 18 In those days the house of Judah shall walk with the house of Israel, and they shall come to- gether out of the land of the north to the land that I have given for an inheritance unto your fathers. 19 But I said, How shall I put thee among the children, and give thee a pleasant land, a goodly heritage of the hosts of nations? and I said, Thou shalt call me, My father; and shalt not turn away from me. 20 Surely as a wife treacherously departeth from her husband, so have ye dealt treacherously with me, O house of Israel, saith the Lord. 21 A voice was heard upon the high places, weeping and supplications of the children of Israel: for they have perverted their way, and they have forgotten the Lord their God. 22 Return, ye backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings. Behold, we come unto thee; for thou art the Lord our God. 23 Truly in vain is salvation hoped for from the hills, and from the multitude of mountains: truly in the Lord our God is the salvation of Israel. 24 For shame hath devoured the labour of our fathers from our youth; their flocks and their herds, their sons and their daughters. 25 We lie down in our shame, and our confu- sion covereth us: for we have sinned against the Lord our God, we and our fathers, from our youth even unto this day, and have not obeyed the voice of the Lord our God. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 God calleth Israel by his promise. 3 He exhorteth Judah to repentance by fearful judgments. 19 A griev- ous lamentation for the miseries of Judah. IF thou wilt return, O Israel, saith the Lord, return unto me: and if thou wilt put away thine abominations out of my sight, then shalt thou not remove. 2 And thou shalt swear, The Lord liveth, in truth, in judgment, and in righteousness; and the nations shall bless themselves in him, and in him shall they glory. 3 For thus saith the Lord to the men of Judah and Jerusalem, Break up your fallow ground, and sow not among thorns. 4 Circumcise yourselves to the Lord, and take away the foreskins of your heart, ye men of Ju- dah and inhabitants of Jerusalem: lest my fury come forth like fire, and burn that none can quench it, because of the evil of your doings. 5 Declare ye in Judah, and publish in Jeru- salem; and say, Blow ye the trumpet in the land: cry, gather together, and say, Assemble your- selves, and let us go into the defenced cities. 6 Set up the standard toward Zion : retire, stay not: for I will bring evil from the north, and a great destruction. 7 The lion is come up from his thicket, and the destroyer of the Gentiles is on his way: he is gone forth from his place to make thy land desolate; and thy cities shall be laid waste, without an in- habitant. 8 For this gird you with sackcloth, lament and howl: for the fierce anger of the Lord is not turned back from us. 9 And it shall come to pass at that day, saith the Lord, that the heart of the king shall perish and the heart of the princes; and the priests shall be astonished, and the prophets shall wonder. 10 Then said I, Ah, Lord God! surely thou hast greatly deceived this people and Jerusalem, say- ing, Ye shall have peace; whereas the sword reacheth unto the soul. 11 At that time shall it be said to this people and to Jerusalem, A dry wind of the high places in the wilderness toward the daughter of my peo- ple, not to fan, nor to cleanse, 12 Even a full wind from those places shall come unto me: now also will I give sentence against them. 13 Behold, he shall come up as clouds, and his chariots shall be as a whirlwind : his horses are swifter than eagles. Woe unto us! for we are spoiled. 14 O Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wicked- ness, that thou mayest be saved. How long shall thy vain thoughts lodge within thee? 15 For a voice declareth from Dan, and pub- lisheth affliction from mount Ephraim. 16 Make ye mention to the nations; behold, publish against Jerusalem, that watchers come from a far country, and give out their voice against the cities of Judah. 17 As keepers of a field, are they against her round about; because she hath been rebellious against me, saith the Lord. 18 Thy way and thy doings have procured these things unto thee; this is thy wickedness, because it is bitter, because it reacheth unto thine heart. 19 My bowels, my bowels! I am pained at my very heart; my heart maketh a noise in me; I can- not hold my peace, because thou hast heard, O my goul, the sound of the trumpet, the alarm of war. 20 Destruction upon destruction is cried; for the whole land is spoiled : suddenly are my tents spoiled, and my curtains in a moment. 21 How long shall I see the standard, and hear the sound of the trumpet? 22 For my people is foolish, they have not known me; they are sottish children, and they have none understanding: they are wise to do evil, but to do good they have no. knowledge. 23 I beheld the earth, and, lo, it was without form, and void; and the heavens, and they had no 'light. 24 I beheld the mountains, and, lo, they trem- bled, and all the hills moved lightly. 25 I beheld, and, lo, there was no man, and all the birds of the heavens were fled. 26 I beheld, and, lo, the fruitful place was a wilderness, and all the cities thereof were broken down at the presence of the Lord, and by his fierce anger. 27 For thus hath the Lord said, The whole land shall be desolate ; yet will I not make a full end 28 For this shall the earth mourn, and the heavens above be black: because I have spoken it, 529 God's judgments JEREMIAH, V. (5) upon the Jews. I have purposed it, and will not repent, neither will I turn back from it. 29 The whole city shall flee for the noise of the horsemen and bowmen; they shall go into thick- ets, and climb up upon the rocks: every city shall be forsaken, and not a man dwell therein. 30 And when thou art spoiled, what wilt thou do? Though thou clothest thyself with crimson, though thou deckest thee with ornaments of gold, though thou rentest thy face with painting, in vain shalt thou make thyself fair; thy lovers will despise thee, they will seek thy life. 31 For I have heard a voice as of a woman in travail, and the anguish as of her that bringeth forth her first child, the voice of the daughter of Zion, that bewaileth herself, that spreadeth her hands, saying, Woe is_ me now! for my soul is wearied because of murderers. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The judgments of God upon the Jews, for their per- verseness, 7 for their adultery, 10 for their impiety, 19 for their contempt of God, 25 and for their great cor- ruption in the civil state, 30 and ecclesiastical. ■ > UN ye to and fro through the streets of Jeru- -CV salem, and see now, and know, and seek in the broad places thereof, if ye can find a man, if there be any that executeth judgment, that seek- eth the truth; and I will pardon it. 2 And though they say, The Lord liveth; surely they swear falsely. 3 O Lord, are not thine eyes upon the truth? thou hast stricken them, but they have not grieved ; thou hast consumed them, but they have refused to receive correction: they have made their faces harder than a rock ; they have refused to return. 4 Therefore I said, Surely these are poor ; they are foolish: for they know not the way of the Lord, nor the judgment of their God. 5 I will get me unto the great men, and will speak unto tbem; for they have known the way of the Lord, and the judgment of their God: but these have altogether broken the yoke, and burst the bonds. 6 Wherefore a lion out of the forest shall slay them, and a wolf of the evenings shall spoil them, a leopard shall watch over their cities: every one that goeth out thence shall be torn in pieces: be- cause their transgressions are many, and their backslidings are increased. 7 How shall I pardon thee for this? thy chil- dren have forsaken me, and sworn by them that are no gods: when I had fed them to the full, they then committed adultery, and assembled them- selves by troops in the harlots' houses. 8 They were as fed horses in the morning: every one neighed after his neighbour's wife. 9 Shall I not visit for these things? saith the Lord: and shall not my soiil be avenged on such a nation as this? 10 Go ye up upon her walls, and destroy; but make not a full end: take away her battlements; for they are not the Lord's. 11 For the house of Israel and the house of Ju- dah have dealt very treacherously against me, saith the Lord. 12 They have belied the Lord, and said, It is not he; neither shall evil come upon us; neither shall we see sword nor famine : 13 And the prophets shall become wind, and the word is not in them: thus shall it be done unto them. 14 Wherefore thus saith the Lord God of hosts, Because ye speak this word, behold, I will make my words in thy mouth fire, and this people wood, and it shall devour them. 15 Lo, I will bring a nation upon you from afar, house of Israel, saith the Lord: it is a mighty nation, it is an ancient nation, a nation whose language thou knowest not, neither understand- est what they say. 16 Their quiver is as an open sepulchre, they are all mighty men. 17 And they shall eat up 'thine harvest, and thy bread, which thy sons and thy daughters should eat : they shall eat up thy flocks and thine herds: they shall eat up thy vines and thy fig trees: they shall impoverish thy fenced cities, wherein thou trustedst, with the sword. 18 Nevertheless in those days, saith the Lord, 1 will not make a full end with you. 19 And it shall come to pass, when ye shall say, wherefore doeth the Lord our God all these things unto us? then shalt thou answer thea, Like as ye have forsaken me, and served strange gods in your land, so shall ye serve strangers in a land that is not your's. 20 Declare this in the house of Jacob, and pub- lish it in Judah, saying, 21 Hear now this, O foolish people, and with- out understanding; which have eyes, and see not; which have ears, and hear not : 22 Fear ye not me? saith the Lord: will ye not tremble at my presence, which have placed the sand for the bound of the sea by a perpetual de- cree, that it cannot pass it: and though the waves thereof toss themselves, yet can they not prevail ; though they roar, yet can they not pass over it? 23 But this people hath a revolting and a re- bellious heart; they are revolted and gone. 24 Neither say they in their heart, Let us now fear the Lord our God, that giveth rain, both the former and the latter, in his season : he reserveth unto us the appointed weeks of the harvest. 25 Your iniquities have turned away these things, and your sins have withholden good things from vou. 26 For among my people are found wicked men: they lay wait, as he that setteth snares; they set a trap, they catch men. 27 As a cage is full of birds, so are their houses full of deceit: therefore they are become great, and waxen rich. 28 They are waxen fat, they shine: yea, they overpass the deeds of the wicked : they judge not the cause, the cause of the fatherless, yet they prosper; and the right of the needy do they not judge. 530 The prophet proclaimeth JEREMIAH, VI. (6) the wrath of God. 29 Shall I not visit for these things? saith the Lord: shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? 30 A wonderful and horrible thing is com- mitted in the land; 31 The prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests bear rule by their means; and my people love to have it so : and what will ye do in the end thereof? CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The enemies sent against Judah 4 encourage them- selves. 6 God setteth them on work because of their sins. 9 The prophet lamenteth the judgments of Gtod because of their sins. 18 He proclaimeth God's wratn. 26 He calleth the people to mourn for the judgment on their sins. OYE children of Benjamin, gather yourselves to flee out of the midst of Jerusalem, and blow the trumpet in Tekoa, and set up a sign of fire in Beth-haccerem : for evil appeareth out of the north, and great destruction. 2 I have likened the daughter of Zion to a comely and delicaf e woman. 3 The shepherds with their flocks shall come unto her; they shall pitch their tents against her round about; they shall feed every one in his place. 4 Prepare ye war against her; arise, and let us go up at noon. Woe unto us! for the day goeth away, for the shadows of the evening are stretched out. 5 Arise, and let us go by night, and let us de- stroy her palaces. 6 For thus hath the Lord of hosts said, Hew ye down trees, and cast a mount against Jeru- salem; this is the city to be visited; she is wholly oppression in the midst of her. 7 As a fountain casteth out her waters, so she casteth out her wickedness: violence and spoil is heard in her; before me continually is grief and wounds. 8 Be thou instructed, O Jerusalem, lest my soul depart from thee ; lest I make thee desolate, a land not inhabited. 9 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, They shall thoroughly glean the remnant of Israel as a vine : turn back thine hand as a grapegatherer into the baskets. 10 To whom shall I speak, and give warning, that they may hear? behold, their ear is uncir- cumcised, and they cannot hearken: behold, the word of the Lord is unto them a reproach; they have no delight in it. 11 Therefore I am full of the fury of the Lord ; I am weary with holding in: I will pour it out upon the children abroad, and upon the assembly of young men together: for even the husband with the wife shall be taken, the aged with him that is full of days. 12 And their houses shall be turned unto others, with their fields and wives together: for I will stretch out my hand upon the inhabitants of the land, saith the Lord. 13 For from the least of them even unto the greatest of them every one is given to covetous- ness; and from the prophet even unto the priest every one dealeth falsely. 14 They have healed also the hurt of the daughter of my people slightly, saying, • Peace, peace ; when there is no peace. 15 Were they ashamed when they had com- mitted abomination? nay, they were not at all ashamed, neither could they blush: therefore they shall fall among them that fall : at the time that I visit them they shall be cast down, saith the Lord. 16 Thus saith the Lord, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein. 17 Also I set watchmen over you, saying, Hearken to the sound of the trumpet. But they said, We will not hearken. 18 Therefore hear, ye nations, and know, O con- gregation, what is among them. 19 Hear, O earth : behold, I will bring evil upon this people, even the fruit of their thoughts, be- cause they have not hearkened unto my words, nor to my law, but rejected it. 20 To what purpose cometh there to me in- cense from Sheba, and the sweet cane from a far country? your burnt offerings are not acceptable, nor your sacrifices sweet unto me. 21 Therefore thus saith the Lord, Behold, 1 will lay stumblingblocks before this people, and the fathers and the sons together shall fall upon them; the neighbour and his friend shall perish. 22 Thus saith the Lord, Behold, a people cometh from the north country, and a great na- tion shall be raised from the sides of the earth. 23 They shall lay hold on bow and spear; they are cruel, and have no mercy; their voice roareth like the sea ; and they ride upon horses, set in ar- ray as men for war against thee, O daughter of Zion. 24 We have heard the fame thereof: our hands wax feeble: anguish hath taken hold of us, and pain, as of a woman in travail. 25 Go not forth into the field, nor walk by the way; for the sword of the enemy and fear is on every side. 26 O daughter of my people, gird thee with sackcloth, and wallow thyself in ashes: make thee mourning, as for an only son, most bitter lamentation: for the spoiler shall suddenly come upon us. 27 I have set thee for a tower and a fortress among my people, that thou mayest know and try their way. 28 They are all grievous revolters, walking with slanders: they are brass and iron; they are all corrupters. 29 The bellows are burned, the lead is con- sumed of the fire; the founder melteth in vain: for the wicked are not plucked away. 30 Reprobate silver shall men call them, cause the Lord hath rejected them. CHAPTER VIL (7) 1 Jeremiah is sent to call for true repentance, to prevent 531 A call to repentance. JEREMIAH, VII. (7) The Jew's idolatry threatened. the Jews' captivity. 8 He rejeeteth their vain confi- dence, 12 by the example of Shiloh. 17 He threateneth them for their idolatry. 21 He rejeeteth the sacrifices of the disobedient. 29 He exhorteth to mourn for their abominations in Tophet, 32 and the judgments for the same. THE word that came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying, 2 Stand in the gate of the Lord's house, and proclaim there this word, and say, Hear the word of the Lord, all ye of Judah, that enter in at these gates to worship the Lord. 3 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Is- rael, Amend your ways and your doings, and I will cause you to dwell in this place. 4 Trust ye not in lying words, saying, The tem- ple of the Lord, The temple of the Lord, The tem- ple of the Lord, are these. 5 For if ye thoroughly amend your ways and your doings; if ye thoroughly execute judgment bet Veen a man and his neighbour; 6 If ye oppress not the stranger, the father- less, and the widow, and shed not innocent blood in this place, neither walk after other gods to your hurt: 7 Then will I cause you to dwell in this place, and the land that I gave to your fathers, for ever and ever. ' 8 Behold, ye trust in lying words, that cannot profit. 9 Will ye steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk after other gods whom ye know not ; 10 And come and stand before me in this house, which is called by my name 1 , and say, We are delivered to do all these abominations? 11 Is this house, which is called by my name, become a den of robbers in your eyes? Behold, even I have seen it, saith the Lord. 12 But go ye now unto my place which was in Shiloh, Where I set my name at the first, and see what I did to it for the wickedness of my people Israel. : 13 And now, because ye have done all these works, saith the Lord, and I spake unto you, ris- ing up early and speaking, but ye heard not; and I called you, but ye answered not ; 14 Therefore will I do unto this house, which is' called by my name, wherein ye trust, and unto the place which I gave to you and to your fathers, as I have done to Shiloh. 15 And I will cast you out of my sight, as I have cast out all your brethren, even the whole seed of Ephraim. 16 Therefore pray not thou for this people, neither lift up cry not prayer for them, neither make intercession to me : for I will not hear thee. 17 Seest thou not what they do in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem; 18 The children gather wood, and the fathers kindle the fi^e, and the women knead their dough, to make cakes to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink offerings unto other gods, that they may provoke me to anger. 19 Do they, provoke me to anger? saith the Lord: do they not rjrovoke themselves to the con- fusion of their own faces? 20 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; Behold, mine anger and my fury shall be poured out upon this place, upon man, and upon beast, and upon the trees of the field, and upon the fruit of the ground; and it shall burn, and shall not be quenched. 21 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Is- rael; Tut your burnt offerings unto your sacri- fices, and eat flesh. 22 For I spake not unto your fathers, nor com- manded them in the day that I brought them out of the land of Egypt, concerning burnt offerings or sacrifices: 23 But this thing commanded I them, saying, Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and ye shall be my people: and walk ye in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it' may be well unto you. 24 But they hearkened not, nor inclined their ear, but walked in the counsels and in the im- agination of their evil heart, and went backward, and not forward. 25 Since the day that your fathers came forth out of the land of Egypt unto this day I have even sent unto you all my servants the prophets, daily rising up early and sending them : 26 Yet they hearkened not unto me, nor in- clined their, ear, but hardened their neck : they did worse than their fathers. 27 Therefore thou shalt speak all these words unto them; but they will not hearken to thee: thou shalt also call unto them; but they will not answer thee. 28 But thou shalt say unto them, This is a na j tion that obeyeth not the voice of the Lord their God, nor receiveth correction: truth is perished, and is cut off from their mouth. 29 Cut off thine hair, O Jerusalem, and cast it away, and take up a lamentation on high places; for the Lord hath rejected and forsaken the gen- eration "of his wrath. 30 For the children of Judah have done evil in my sight, saith the Lord: they have set their abominations in the house which is called by my name, to pollute it. 31 And they have built the high places oi Tophet, which is in the valley of the son of Hin j nom, to burn their sons and their daughters in the fire; which I commanded them not, neither came it into my heart. 32 Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that it shall no more be called Tophet, nor the valley of the son of Hinnom, but the valley of slaughter: for they shall bury in Tophet, till there be no place. 33 And the carcases of this people shall be meat for the fowls of the heaven, and for the beasts of the earth; and none shall fray them awiay. 34 Then will I cause to cease from the cities of Judah, and from the streets of Jerusalem, the voice of mirth, and the voice of gladness, the voice of the bridegroom, and the voice of the bride: for the land shall be desolate. 532 The calamity of the Jews. JEREiMIAH, VIII. (8) Their grievous judgment CHAFTEB VIII. (8) 1 The calamity of the Jews, both dead and alive. 4 He upbraideth their foolish and shameless impenitency. 13 He sheweth their grievous judgment, 18 and be- waileth their desperate estate. AT that time, saith the Lord, they shall bring out the hones of the kings of Judah, and the bones of his princes, and the bones of the priests, and the bones of the prophets, and the bones of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, out of their graves: 2 And they shall spread them before the sun, and the moon, and all the host of heaven, whom they have loved, and whom they have served, and after whom they have walked, and whom they have sought, and whom they have worshipped: they shall not be gathered, nor be buried; they shall be for dung upon the face of the earth. 3 And death shall be chosen rather than life by all the residue of them that remain of this evil family, which remain in all the places whither I have driven them, saith the Lord of hosts. 4 Moreover thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the Lord; Shall they fall, and not arise? shall he turn away, and not return? 5 Why then is this people of Jerusalem slidden back by a perpetual backsliding? they hold fast deceit, they refuse to return. 6 I hearkened and heard, but they spake not aright: no man repented him of his wickedness, saying, What have I done? every one turned to his course, as the horse rusheth into the battle. 7 Yea, the stork in the heaven knoweth her ap- pointed times; and the turtle and the crane and the swallow observe' the time of their coming; but my people know not the judgment of the Lord. 8 How do ye say, We are wise, and the law of the Lord is with us? Lo, certainly in A T ain made he it ; the pen of the scribes is in vain. 9 The wise men are ashamed, they are dis- mayed and taken: lo, they have rejected the word of the Lord; and what wisdom is in them? 10 Therefore will I give their wives unto others, and their fields to them that shall inherit them : for every one from the least even unto the greatest is given to covetousness, from the prophet even unto the priest every one dealeth falsely. 11 For they have healed the hurt of the daugh- ter of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when there is no peace. 12 Were they ashamed when they had com- mitted abomination? nay, they were not at all ashamed, neither could they blush: therefore shall they fall among them that fall: in the time of their visitation they shall be cast down, saith the Lord. 13 I will surely consume them, saith the Lord: there shall be no grapes on the vine, nor figs on the fig tree, and the leaf shall fade; and the things that I have given them shall pass away from them. 14 Why do we sit still? assemble yourselves, and let us enter into the defenced cities, and let us be silent there: for the Lord our God hath put us to silence, and given us water of gall to drink, because we have sinned against the Lord. 15 We looked for peace, but no good came; and for a time of health, and behold trouble! 16 The snorting of his horses was heard from Dan: the whole land trembled at the sound of the neighing of his strong ones; for they are come, and have devoured the land, and all that is in it; the city, and those that dwell therein. 17 For, behold, I will send serpents, cocka- trices, among you, which will not be charmed, and they shall bite you saith. the Lord. 18 When I would comfort myself against sor- row, my heart is faint in me. 19 Behold the voice of the cry of the daughter of my people because of them that dwell in a far country: Is not the Lord in Zion? is not her king in her? Why have they provoked me to anger with their graven images, and with strange vani- ties? 20 The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved. 21 For the hurt of the daughter of my people am I hurt ; I am black ; astonishment hath taken hold on me. 22 Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician there? why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered? CHAFTEB IX. (9) 1 Jeremiah lamenteth the Jews for their manifold sins, 9 and for their judgment. 12 Disobedience is the cause of their bitter calamity. 17 He exhorteth to mourn for their destruction, 23 and to trust not in themselves, but in God. 25 He threateneth both Jews and Gentiles. OH that my head were waters^ and mine eyes a fountain of tears, that I might weep day and night for the slain of the daughter of my peo- ple! 2 Oh that I had in the wilderness a lodging place of wayfaring men; that I might leave my people, and go from them! for they be all adulter- ers, an assembly of treacherous men. 3 And they bend their tongues like their bow for lies: but they are not valiant for the truth upon the earth ; for they proceed from evil to evil, and they, know not me, saith the Lord. 4 Take ye heed every one of his neighbour, and trust ye not in any brother: for every brother will utterly supplant, and every neighbour will walk with slanders. 5 And they will deceive every one his neigh- bour, and will not speak the truth: they have taught their tongue to speak lies, and weary themselves to commit iniquity. 6 Thine habitation is in the midst of deceit; through deceit they refuse to know me, saith the Lord. 7 Therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts, Be- hold, I will melt them, and try them; for how shall I do for the daughter of my people? • 8 Their tongue is as an arrow shot out; it speaketh deceit: one speaketh peaceably to his neighbour with his mouth, but in heart he layeth his wait. 533 A call to mourning. JEREMIAH, X. (10) Jews and Gentiles threatened. 7 9 Shall I not visit them for these things? saith the Lord : shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? 10 For the mountains will I take up a weeping and wailing, and for the habitations of the wilder- ness a lamentation, because they are burned up, so that none can pass through them ; neither can men hear the voice of the cattle; both the fowl of the heavens and the beast are fled; they are gone. 11 And I will make Jerusalem heaps, and a den of dragons ; and I will make the cities of Ju- dah desolate, without an inhabitant. 12 Who is the wise man, that may understand this? and who is he to whom the mouth of the Lord hath spoken, that he may declare it, for what the land perisheth and is burned up like a wilderness, that none passeth through? 18 And the Lord saith, Because they have for- saken my law which I set before them, and have not obeyed my voice, neither walked therein; 14 But have walked after the imagination of their own heart, and after Baalim, which their fathers taught them: 15 Therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel ; Behold, I will feed them, even this people, with wormwood, and give them water of gall to drink. 16 I will scatter them also among the heathen, whom neither they nor their fathers have known: and I will send a sword after them, till I have consumed them. 17 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, Consider ye, and call for the mourning women, that they may come; and send for cunning women, that they may come: 18 And let them make haste, and take up a wailing for us, that our eyes may run down with tears, and our eyelids gush out with waters. 19 For a voice of wailing is heard out of Zion, How are we spoiled! we are greatly confounded, because we have forsaken the land, because our dwellings have cast us out 20 Yet hear the word of the Lord, O ye women, and let your ear receive the word of his mouth, and teach your daughters wailing, and every one her neighbour lamentation. 21 For death is come up into our windows, and . . entered into our palaces, to cut off the children from without, and the young men from the streets. 22 Speak, Thus saith the Lord, Even the car- cases of men shall fall as dung upon the open field, and as the handful after the harvestman, and none shall gather them. 23 Thus saith the Lord, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: 24 But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the Lord which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the Lord. 25 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that I will punish all them which are circumcised with the uncircumcised; 26 Egypt, and Judah, and Edom, and the chil- dren of Ammon, and Moab, and all that are in the utmost corners, that dwell in the wilderness: for all these nations are uncircumcised, and all the house of Israel are uncircumcised in the heart. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 The unequal comparison of God and idols. 17 The prophet exhorteth to flee from the calamity to come. 19 He lamenteth the spoil of the tabernacle by foolisn pastors. 23 He maketh an humble supplication. HEAR ye the word which the Lord speaketh unto you, O house of Israel : 2 Thus saith the Lord, Learn not the way of the heathen, and be not dismayed at the signs of heaven ; for the heathen are dismayed at them. 3 For the customs of the people are vain: for one cutteth a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the ax. 4 They deck it with silver and with gold ; they fasten it with nails and with hammers that it move not. 5 They are upright as the palm tree, but speak not : they must needs be borne, because they can- not go. Be not afraid of them; for they cannot do evil, neither also is it in them to do good. 6 Forasmuch as there is none like unto thee, O Lord; thou art great, and thy name is great in might. 7 Who would not fear thee, O King of nations? for to thee doth it appertain : forasmuch as among all the wise men of the nations, and in all their kingdoms, there is none like unto thee. 8 But they are altogether brutish and foolish: the stock is a doctrine of vanities. 9 Silver spread into plates is brought from Tarshish, and gold from Uphaz, the work of the workman, and of the hands of the founder: biue and purple is their clothing: they are all the work of cunning men. 10 But the Lord is the true God, he is the living God, and an everlasting king: at his wrath the earth shall tremble, and the nations shall not be able to abide his indignation. 11 Thus shall ye say unto them, The gods that have not made the heavens and the earth, even they shall perish from the earth, and from under these heavens. 12 He hath made the earth by his power, he hath established the world by his wisdom, and hath stretched out the heavens by his discretion. 13 When he uttereth his voice, there is a mul- titude of waters in the heavens, and he causeth the vapours to ascend from the ends of the earth ; he maketh lightnings with rain, and bringeth forth the wind out of his treasures. 14 Every man is brutish in his. knowledge: every founder is confounded by the graven image: for his molten image is falsehood, and there is no breath in them. 15 They are vanity, and the work of errors: in the time of their visitation they shall perish. 16 The portion of Jacob is not like them: for he is the former of all things; and Israel is the £34 Jeremiah proclaimeth JEREMIAH, XI. (11) God's covenant. ' rod of his inheritance: The Lord of hosts is his name. 17 Gather up thy wares out of the land, O in- habitant of the fortress. 18 For thus saith the Lord, Behold, I will sling out the inhabitants of the land at this once, and will distress them, that they may find it so. 19 Woe is me for my hurt! my wound is grievous: but I said, Truly this is a grief, and I must bear it. 20 My tabernacle is spoiled, and all my cords are broken: my children are gone forth of me, and they are not: there is none to stretch forth my tent any more, and to set up my curtains. 21 For the pastors are become brutish, and have not sought the Lord : therefore they shall not prosper, and all their flocks shall be scattered. 22 Behold, the noise of the bruit is come, and a great commotion out of the north country, to make the cities of Judah desolate, and a den of dragons. 23 O Lord, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps. 24 O Lord, correct me, but with judgment : not in thine anger, lest thou bring me to nothing. 25 Pour out thy fury upon the heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not on thy name: for they have eaten up Jacob, and devoured him, and consumed him, and have made his habitation desolate. CHAPTER XI. (11) 1 Jeremiah proclaimeth God's covenant, 8 rebuketh the Jews' disobeying thereof, 11 prophesieth evils to come upon them, 18 and upon the men of Anathoth, for con- spiring to kill Jeremiah. THE word that came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying, 2 Hear ye the words of this covenant, and speak unto the men of Judah, and to the inhabit- ants of Jerusalem; 3 And say thou unto them, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel; Cursed be the man that obeyeth not the words of this covenant, 4 Which I commanded your fathers in the day that I brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, from the iron furnace, saying, Obey my voice, and do them, according to all which I com- mand you : so shall ye be my people, and I will be your God: 5 That I may perform the oath which I have sworn unto your fathers, to give them a land flowing with milk and honey, as it is this day. Then answered I, and said, So be it, Lord. 6 Then the Lord said unto me, Proclaim all these words in the cities of Judah, and in the streets of Jerusalem, saying, Hear ye the words of this covenant, and do them. 7 For I earnestly protested unto your fathers in the day that I brought them up out of the land of Egypt,' even unto this day, rising early and pro- testing, saying, Obey my voice. 8 Yet they obeyed not, nor inclined their ear, but walked every one in the imagination of their evil heart: therefore I will bring upon them all the words of this covenant, which I commanded them to do; but they did them not. 9 And the Lord said unto me, A conspiracy is found among the men of Judah, and among the inhabitants of Jerusalem. 10 They are turned back to the iniquities of their forefathers, which refused to hear my words; and they went after other gods to serve them: the house of Israel and the house of Judah have broken my covenant which I made with their fathers. 11 Therefore thus saith the Lord, Behold, I will bring evil upon them, which they shall not be able to escape; and though they shall cry unto me, I will not hearken unto them. 12 Then shall the cities of Judah and inhabit' ants of Jerusalem go, and cry unto the gods unto whom they offer incense: but they shall not save them at all in the time of their trouble. 13 For according to the number of thy cities were thy gods, O Judah; and according to> the number of the streets of Jerusalem have ye set up altars to that shameful thing, even altars to burn incense unto Baal. 14 Therefore pray not thou for this people, neither lift up a cry or prayer for them : for I will not hear them in the time that they cry unto me for their trouble. 15 What hath my beloved to do in mine house, seeing she hath wrought lewdness with many, and the holy flesh in passed from thee? when thou doest evil, then thou rejoicest. 16 The Lord called thy name, A green olive tree, fair, and of goodly fruit : with the noise of a great tumult he hath kindled fire upon it, and the branches of it are broken. 17 For the Lord of hosts, that planted thee, hath pronounced evil against thee, for the evil of the house of Israel and of the house of Judah, which they have done against themselves to pro- voke me to anger in offering incense imto Baal. 18 And the Lord hath given me knowledge of it, and I know, it : then thou shewedst me their doings. 19 But I was like a lamb or an ox that is brought to the slaughter; and I knew not that they had devised devices against me, saying, Let us destroy the tree with the fruit thereof, and let us cut him off from the land of the living, that his name may be no> more remembered. 20 But, O Lord of hosts, that judgest righteous- ly, that triest the reins and the heart, let me see thy vengeance on them: for unto thee have I re- vealed my cause. 21 Therefore thus saith the Lord of the men of Anathoth, that seek thy life, saying, Prophesy not in the name of the Lord, that thou die not by our hand: 22 Therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts. Be- hold, I will punish them: the young men shall die by the sword; their sons and their daughters shall die bv famine: 23 And there shall be no remnant of them : for I will brinjy evil upon the men of Anathoth, even the year of their visitation. 535 73 a c3 •i—t 4) +-> > Pi o t» 2 4) ,0 50 «w S 01 4) Pi f 0) CO -■A Jeremiah's complaint. JEREMIAH, XII. (12) Type of a linen girdle.. ; CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 Jeremiah, complaining of the wicked's prosperity, by faith seeth their ruin. 5 God admonisheth him of his brethren's treachery against him, 7 and lamenteth his heritage. 14 He promiseth to the penitent return from captivity. RIGHTEOUS art thou, O Lord, when I plead with thee: yet let me talk with thee of thy judgments: Wherefore doth the way of the wicked prosper? wherefore are all they happy that deal very treacherously? 2 Thou hast planted them, yea, they have taken root : they grow, yea, they bring forth fruit : thou art near in their mouth, and far from their reins. 3 But thou, O Lord, knowest me: thou hast seen me, and tried mine heart toward thee: pull them out like sheep for the slaughter, and pre- pare them for the day of slaughter. 4 How long shall the land mourn, and the herbs of every field wither, for the wickedness of them that dwell therein? the beasts are con- sumed, and the birds; because they said, He shall not see our last end. 5 If thou hast run with the footmen, and they have wearied thee, then how canst thou contend with horses? and if in the land of peace, wherein thou trustedst, they wearied thee, then how wilt thou do in the swelling of Jordan? G For even thy brethren, and the house of thy father, even they have dealt treacherously with thee; yea, they have called a multitude after thee: believe them not, though they speak fair words unto thee. 7 I have forsaken mine house, I have left mine heritage; I have given the dearly beloved of my soul into the hand of her enemies. 8 Mine heritage is unto me as a lion in the for- est; it crieth out against me: therefore have I hated it. 9 Mine heritage is unto me as a speckled bird, the birds round about are against her; come ye, assemble all the beasts of the field, come to de- vour. 10 Many pastors have destroyed my vineyard, they have trodden my portion under foot, they have made my pleasant portion a desolate wilder- ness. 11 They have made it desolate, and being deso- late it mourneth unto me ; the whole land is made desolate, because no man layeth it to heart. 12 The spoilers are come upon all high places through the wilderness: for the sword of the Lord shall devour from the one end of the land even to the other end of the land: no flesh shall have peace. 13 They have sown wheat, but shall reap thorns: they have put themselves to pain, but shall not profit: and they shall be ashamed of your revenues because of the fierce anger of the Lord. 14 Thus saith the Lord against all mine evil neighbours, that touch the inheritance which I have caused my people Israel to inherit; Behold, I will pluck them out of their land, and pluck out the house of Judah from among them. 15 And it shall come to pass, after that I have plucked them out I will return, and have com- passion on them, and will bring them again, every man to his heritage, and every man to his land. 16 And it shall come to pass, if they will dili- gently learn the ways of my people, to swear by my name, The Lord liveth; as they taught my peo- ple to swear by Baai ; then shall they be built in the midst of my people. 17 But if they will not obey, I will utterly pluck up and destroy that nation, saith the Lord. CHAPTER XIII, (13) 1 In the type of a linen girdle, hidden at Euphrates, God prefigureth the destruction of his people. 12 Under the parable of the bottles filled with wine he foretell- eth their drunkenness in misery. 15 He exhorteth to prevent their future judgments. 22 He sheweth their abominations are the cause thereof. TllHUS saith the Lord unto me, Go and get J- thee a linen girdle, and put it upon thy loins, and put it not in water. 2 So I got a girdle according to the word of the Lord, and put it on my loins. 3 And the word of the Lord came unto me the second time, saying, 4 Take the girdle that thou hast got, which is upon thy loins, and arise, go to Euphrates, and hide it there in a hole of the rock. 5 So I went, and hid it by Euphrates, as the Lord commanded me. 6 And it came to pass after many days, that the Lord said unto me, Arise, go to Euphrates, and take the girdle from thence, which I com- manded thee to hide there. 7 Then I went to Euphrates, and digged, and took the girdle from the place where I had hid it: and, behold, the girdle was marred, it was profit- able for nothing. 8 Then the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 9 Thus saith the Lord, After this manner wnl I mar the pride of Judah, and the great pride of Jerusalem. 10 This evil people, which refuse to hear mj words, which walk in the imagination of their heart, and walk after other gods, to serve them, and to worship them, shall even be as this girdle, which is good for nothing. 11 For as the girdle cleaveth to the loins of a man, so have I caused to cleave unto me the whole house of Israel and the whole house of Judah, saith the Lord; that they might be unto me for a people, and for a name, and for a praise, and for a glory: but they would not hear. 12 Therefore thou shalt speak unto them this word; thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Every bottle shall be filled with wine: and they shall say unto thee, Do we not certainly know that every bottle shall be filled with wine? 13 Then shalt thou say unto them, Thus saith the Lord, Behold, I will fill all the inhabitants of this land, even the kings that sit upon David's throne, and the priests, and the prophets, and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, with drunken- ness. 536 Exhortation to repentance. 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(14) The prophet's prayer. 14 And I will dash them one against another, even the fathers and the sons together, saith the Lord: I will not pity, nor spare, nor have mercy, but destroy them. 15 Hear ye, and give ear; be not proud: for the Lord hath spoken. 16 Give glory to the Lord your God, before he cause darkness, and before your feet stumble upon the dark mountains, and, while ye look for light, he turn it into the shadow of death, and make it gross darkness. 17 But if ye will not hear it, my soul shall weep in secret places for your pride ; and mine eye shall weep sore, and run down with tears, because the Lord's flock is carried away captive. 18 Say unto the king and to the queen, Hum- ble yourselves, sit down: for your principalities shall come down, even the crown of your glory. 19 The cities of the south shall be shut up, and none shall open them: Judah shall be carried away captive all of it, it shall be wholly carried away captive. 20 Lift up your eyes, and behold them that come from the north : where is the flock that was given thee, thy beautiful flock? 21 What wilt thou say when he shall punish thee? for thou hast taught them to be captains, and as chief over thee: shall not sorrows take thee, as a woman in travail? 22 And if thou say in thine heart, Therefore come these things upon me? For the greatness of thine iniquity are thy skirts discovered, and thy heels made bare. 23 Can the Ethiopian change his skin, or the leopard his spots? then may ye also do good, that are accustomed to do evil. 24 Therefore will I scatter them as the stub- ble that passeth away by the wind of the wilder- ness. 25 This is thy lot, the portion of thy measures from me, saith the Lord; because thou hast for- gotten me, and trusted in falsehood. 26 Therefore will I discover thy skirts upon thy face, that thy shame may appear. 27 I have seen thine adulteries, and thy neigh- ings, the lewdness of thy whoredom, and thine abominations on the hills in the fields. Woe r.nto thee, O Jerusalem! wilt thou not be made clean? when shall it once be? CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 The grievous famine 7 causeth Jeremiah to pray. 10 The Lord will not be intreated fcr the people. 13 Ly- ing prophets are no excuse for them. 17 Jeremiah is moved to complain for them. THE word of the Lord that came to Jeremiah concerning the dearth. 2 Judah mourneth, and the gates thereof lan- guish; they are black unto the ground; and the cry of Jerusalem is gone up. 3 And their nobles have sent their little ones to the waters: they came to the pits, and found no water; they returned with their vessels empty; they were ashamed and confounded, and covered their heads. 4 Because the ground is chapt, for there was no rain in the earth, the plowmen were ashamed, they covered their heads. 5 Yea, the hind also calved in the field, and for- sook it, because there was no grass. 6 And the wild asses did stand in the high places, they snuffed up the wind like dragons; their eyes did fail, because there was no grass. 7 O Lord, though our iniquities testify against us, do thou it for thy name's sake : for our back- slidings are many; we have sinned against thee. 8 O the hope of Israel, the saviour thereof in time of trouble, why shouldest thou be as a stranger in the land, and as a wayfaring man that turneth aside to tarry for a night? 9 Why shouldest thou be as a man astonied, as a mighty man that cannot save? yet thou, O Lord, art in the midst of us, and we are called by thy name; leave us not. 10 Thus saith the Lord unto this people, Thus have they loved to wander, they have not re- frained their feet, therefore the Lord doth not accept them; he will now remember their in- iquity, and visit their sins. 11 Then said the Lord unto me, Pray not for this people for their good. 12 When they fast, I will not hear their cry; and when they offer burnt offering and an obla- tion, I will not accept them: but I will consume them by the sword, and by the famine, and by the pestilence. 13 Then said I, Ah, Lord God! behold, the prophets say unto them, Ye shall not see the sword, neither shall ye have famine; but I will give you assured peace in this place. 14 Then the Lord said unto me, The prophets prophesy lies in my name: I sent them not, neither have I commanded them, neither spake unto them: they prophesy unto ycu a false vision and divination, and a thing of nought, and the de j ceit of their heart. 15 Therefore thus saith the Lord concerning the prophets that prophesy in my name, and I sent them not, yet they say, Sword and famine shall not be in this land; By sword and famine shall those prophets be consumed. 16 And the people to whom they prophesy shall be cast out in the streets of Jerusalem be- cause of the famine and the sword ; and they shall have none to bury them, them, their wives, nor their sons, nor their daughters: for I will pour their wickedness upon them. 17 Therefore thou shalt say this word unto them; Let mine eyes run down with tears night and day, and let "them not cease : for the virgin daughter of my people is broken with a great breach, with a very grievous blow. 18 If I go forth into the field, then behold the slain with the sword! and if I enter into the city, then behold them that are sick with famine! yea, both the prophet and the priest go about into a land that they know not. 19 Hast thou utterly rejected Judah? hath thy soul lothed Zion? why hast thou smitten us, and there is no healing for us? we looked for peace, 537 The utter rejection JEREMIAH, XV. (15) of the Jews foreshewn. ' and there is no good ; and for the time of healing, and behold trouble! 20 We acknowledge, O Lord, our wickedness, and the iniquity of our fathers: for we have sinned against thee. 21 Do not abhor us, for thy name's sake, do not disgrace the throne of thy glory : remember, break not thy covenant with us. 22 Are there any among the vanities of the Gentiles that can cause rain? or can the heavens give showers? art not thou he, O Lord our God? therefore we will wait upon thee: for thou hast made all these things. CHAPTER XV. (15) I The utter rejection and manifold judgments of the Jews. 10 Jeremiah, complaining of their spite, receiv- eth a promise for himself, 12 and a threatening for them. 15 He prayeth, 19 and receiveth a gracious promise. THEN said the Lord unto me, Though Moses and Samuel stood before me, yet my mind could not be toward this people: cast them out of my sight, and let them go forth. 2 And it shall come to pass, if they say unto thee, Whither shall we go forth? then thou shalt tell them, Thus saith the Lord; Such as are for death, to death; and such as are for the sword, to the sword; and such as are for the famine, to the famine; and such as are for the captivity, to the captivity. 3 And I will appoint over them four kinds, saith the Lord : the sword to slay, and the dogs to tear, and the fowls of the heaven, and the beasts of the earth, to devour and destroy. 4 And I will cause them to be removed into all kingdoms of the earth, because of Manasseh the son of Hezekiah king of Judah, for that which he did in Jerusalem. 5 For who shall have pity upon thee, O Jeru- salem? or who shall bemoan thee? or who shall go aside to ask how thou doest? 6 Thou hast forsaken me, saith the Lord, thou art gone backward: therefore will I stretch out my hand against thee, and destroy thee; I am weary with repenting. 7 And I will fan them with a fan in the gates of the land; I will bereave them of children, I will destroy my people, since they return not from their ways. 8 Their widows are increased to me above the sand of the seas: I have brought upon them against the mother of the young men a spoiler at noonday: I have caused him to fall upon it sud- denly, and terrors upon the city. 9 She that hath borne seven languisheth: she hath given up the ghost; her sun is gone down while it was yet day : she hath been ashamed and confounded: and the residue of them will I de- liver to the sword before their enemies, saith the Lord. 10 Woe is me, my mother, that thou hast borne me a man of strife and a man of contention to the whole earth! T have neither lent on usury, nor men have lent to me on usury; yet every one of them doth curse me. 11 The Lord said, verily it shall be well with thy remnant; verily I will cause the enemy to entreat thee well in the time of evil and in the time of affliction. 12 Shall iron break the northern iron and the steel? 13 Thy substance and thy treasures will I give to the spoil without price, and that for all thy sins, even in all thy borders. 14 And I will make thee to pass with thine ene- mies into a land which thou knowest not: for a fire is kindled in mine anger, which shall burn upon you. 15 O Lord, thou knowest: remember me, and visit me, and revenge me of my persecutors; take me not away in thy longsuffering: know that for thy sake I have suffered rebuke. 16 Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O Lord God of hosts. 17 I sat not in the assembly of the mockers, nor rejoiced; I sat alone because of thy hand: for thou hast filled me with indignation. 18 Why is my pain perpetual, and my wound incurable, which ref useth to be healed ? wilt thou be altogether unto me as a liar, and as waters that fail? 19 Therefore thus saith the Lord, If thou re- turn, then will I bring thee again, and thou shalt stand before me: and if thou take forth the precious from the vile, thou shalt be as my mouth: let them return unto thee; but return not thou unto them. 20 And I will make thee unto this people a fenced brasen wall: and they shall fight against thee, but they shall not prevail against thee: for I am with thee to save thee and to deliver thee, saith the Lord. 21 And I will deliver thee out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem thee out of the hand of the terrible. CHAPTER XVI. (16) i The prophet, under the types of abstaining from mar- riage, from houses of mourning and feasting, fore- sheweth the utter ruin of the Jews, 10 because they were worse than their fathers. 14 Their return from captivity shaH be stranger than their deliverance out of Egypt. 16 God will doubly recompense their idolatry. THE word of the Lord came also unto me, saying, 2 Thou shalt not take thee a wife, neither shalt thou have sons or daughters in this place. 3 For thus saith the Lord concerning the sons and concerning the daughters that are born in this place, and concerning their mothers that bare them, and concerning their fathers that be- gat them in this land; 4 They shall die of grievous deaths; they shall not be lamented; neither shall they led; but they shall be as dung upon ike face of the earth: and they shall be consumed by the sword, and by famine ; and their care, >e meat 538 God will recompense their idolatry. JEREMIAH, XVII. (17) The captivity of Judah. for the fowls of heaven, and for the beasts of the earth. 5 For thus saith the Lord, Enter not into the house of mourning, neither go to lament nor be- moan them : for I have taken away my peace from this people, saith the Lord, even lovingkindness and mercies. 6 Both the great and the small shall die in this land: they shall not be buried, neither shall men lament for them, nor cut themselves, nor make themselves bald for them: 7 Neither shall men tear themselves for them in mourning, to comfort them for the dead; neither shall men give them the cup of consola- tion to drink for their father or for their mother. 8 Thou shalt not also go into the'house of feast- ing, to sit with them to eat and to drink. 9 For thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; Behold, I will cause to cease out of this place in your eyes, and in your days, the voice of mirth, and the voice of gladness, the voice of the bridegroom, and the voice of the bride. 10 And it shall come to pass, when thou shalt shew this people all these words, and they shall say unto thee, Wherefore hath the Lord pro- nounced all this great evil against us? or what is our iniquity? or what is our sin that we have committed against the Lord our God? 11 Then shalt thou say unto them, Because your fathers have forsaken me, saith the Lord, and have walked after other gods, and have served them, and have worshipped them, and have forsaken me, and have not kept my law ; 12 And ye have done worse than your fathers ; for, behold, ye walk every one after the imagina- tion of his evil heart, that they may not hearken unto me: 13 Therefore will I cast you out of this land into a land that ye know not, neither ye nor your fathers; and there shall ye serve other gods day and night ; where I will not shew you favour. 14 Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that it shall no more be said, The Lord liveth, that brought up the children of Israel out of the land of Egypt; 15 But, The Lord liveth, that brought up the children of Israel from the land of the north, and from all the lands whither he had driven them: and I will bring theni again into their land that I gave unto their fathers. 16 Behold, I will send for many fishers, saith the Lord, and they shall fish them ; and after will I send for many hunters, and they shall hunt them from every mountain, and from every hill, and out of the holes of the rocks. 17 For mine eyes are upon all their ways : they are not hid from my face, neither is their iniquity hid from mine eyes. 18 And first I will recompense their iniquity and their sin double; because they have defiled my land, they have filled mine inheritance with the carcases of their detestable and abominable things. ' 19 O Lord, my strength, and my fortress, and my refuge in the day of affliction, the Gentiles shall come unto thee from the ends of the earth, and shall say, Surely our fathers have inherited lies, vanity, and things wherein there is no profit. 20 Shall a man -make gods unto himself, and they are no gods? 21 Therefore, behold, I will this once cause them to know, I will cause them to know mine hand and my might; and they shall know that my name is The Lord. CHAPTER XVn. (17) 1 The captivity of Judah for her sin. 5 Trust in man is cursed, 7 in God is blessed. 9 The deceitful heart cannot deceive God. 12 The salvation of God. 15 The prophet complaineth of the mockers of his prophecy. 19 He is sent to renew the covenant in hallowing the sabbath. THE sin of Judah is written with a pen of iron, and with the point of a diamond: it is graven upon the table of their heart, and upon the horns of your altars; 2 Whilst their children remember their altars and their groves by the green trees upon the high hills. 3 O my mountain in the field, I will give thy substance and all thy treasures to the spoil, and thy high places for sin, throughout all thy bor- ders. 4 And thou, even thyself, shalt discontinue from thine heritage that I gave thee; and I will cause thee to serve thine enemies in the land which thou knowest not: for ye have kindled a fire in mine anger, which shall burn for ever. 5 Thus saith the Lord; Cursed be the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the Lord. 6 For he shall be like the heath in the desert, and shall not see when good cometh; but shall in- habit the parched places in the wilderness, in a salt land and not inhabited. 7 Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord is. 8 For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and that spreadeth out her roots by the river, and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green; and shall not be careful in the year of drought, neither shall cease from yielding fruit. 9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it? 10 I the Lord search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings. 11 As the partridge sitteth on eggs, and hatch- eth them not; so he that getteth riches, and not by right, shall leave them in the midst of his days, and at his end shall be a fool. 12 A glorious high throne from the beginning is the place of our sanctuary. 13 O Lord, the hope of Israel, all that forsake thee shall be ashamed, and they that depart from me shall be written in the earth, because they have forsaken the Lord, the fountain of living waters. 14 Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed ; save 539 The type of a potter. 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(18) Judah is threatened. me, and I shall be saved : for thou, art my praise. 15 Behold, they say unto me, Where is the word of the Lord? let it come now. 16 As for me, I have not hastened from being a pastor to follow thee: neither have I desired the woeful day; thou knowest: that which came out of my lips was j*ight before thee. 17 Be not a terror unto me: thou art my hope in the day of evil. 18 Let them be confounded that persecute me, but let not me be confounded: let them be dis- mayed, but let not me be dismayed: bring upon them the day of- evil, and destroy them with dou- ble destruction. 19 Thus said the Lord unto me; Go and stand in the gate of the children of the people, whereby the kings of Judah come in, and by the which they go out, and in all the gates of Jerusalem; 20 And say unto them, Hear ye the word of the Lord, ye kings of Judah, and all Judah, and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, that enter in by these gates: 21 Thus saith the Lord; Take heed to your- selves, and bear no burden on the sabbath day, nor bring it in by the gates of Jerusalem; 22 Neither carry forth a burden out of your houses on the sabbath day, neither do ye any work, but hallow ye the sabbath day, as I com- manded your fathers. 23 But they obeyed not, neither inclined their ear, but made their neck stiff, that they might not hear, nor receive instruction. 24 And it shall come to pass, if ye diligently hearken unto me, saith the Lord, to bring in no burden through the gates of this city on the sab- bath day, but hallow the sabbath day, to do no work therein; 25 Then shall there enter into the gates of this city kings and princes sitting upon the throne of David, riding in chariots and on horses, they, and their princes, the men of Judah, and the inhabit- ants of Jerusalem: and this city shall remain for ever. 26 And they shall come from the cities of Ju- dah, and from the places about Jerusalem, and from the land of Benjamin, and from the plain, and from the mountains, and from the south, bringing burnt offerings, and sacrifices, and meat offerings, and incense, and bringing sacrifices of praise, unto the house of the Lord. 27 But if ye will not hearken unto me to hal- low the sabbath day, and not to bear a burden, even entering in at the gates of Jerusalem on the sabbath day; then will I kindle a fire in the gates thereof, and it shall devour the palaces of Jeru- salem, and it shall not be quenched. CHAPTER XVnT. (18) 1 Under the type of a potter is shewed God's absolute power in disposing of nations. 11 Judgments threat- ened to Judah for her strange revolt. 18 Jeremian prayeth against his conspirators. THE word which came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying, 2 Arise, and go down to the potter's house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words. 3 Then I went down to the potter's house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels. 4 And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the pot- ter to make it. 5 Then the word of the Lord came' to me, saying, 6 O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the Lord. Behold, as the clay is in the potter's hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel. 7 At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy it ; 8 If that nation, against whom I have pro 1 - nounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them. 9 And at what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to build and to plant it; 10 If it do evil in my sight, that it obey not my voice, then I will repent of the good, wherewith I said I would benefit them. 11 Now therefore go to, speak to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, say- ing, Thus saith the Lord; Behold, I frame evil against you, and devise a device against you: re- turn ye now every one from his evil way, and make your ways and your doings good. 12 And they said, There is no hope: but we will walk after our own devices, and we will every one do the imagination of his evil heart. 13 Therefore thus saith the Lord; Ask ye now among the heathen, who hath heard such things: the virgin of Israel hath done a very horrible thing. 14 Will a man leave the snow of Lebanon which cometh from the rock of the field? or shall the cold flowing waters that come from another place be forsaken? 15 Because my people hath forgotten ine, they have burned incense to vanity, and they have caused them to stumble in their ways from the ancient paths, to walk in paths, in a way not cast up; 16 To make their land desolate, and a per- petual hissing; every one that passeth thereby shall be astonished, and wag his head. 17 I will scatter them as with an east wind be- fore the enemy; I will shew them the back, and not the face, in the day of their calamity. 18 Then said they, Come, and let us devise de- vices against Jeremiah; for the law shall not per- ish from the priest, nor counsel from the wise, nor the word from the prophet. Come, and let us smite him with the tongue, and let us not give heed to any of his words. 19 Give heed to me, O Lord, and hearken to the voice of them that contend with me. 20 Shall evil be recompensed for good? for they have digged a pit for my soul. Remember that I stood before thee to speak good for them, and to turn away thy wrath from them. 640 The desolation of the JEREMIAH, XIX. (19) Jews is foreshewn. 21 Therefore deliver up their children to the famine, and pour out their blood by the force of the sword; and let their wives be bereaved of their children, and be widows; and let their men be put to death; let their young men be slain by the sword in battle. 22 Let a cry be heard from their houses, when thou shalt bring a troop suddenly upon them: for they have digged a pit to take me, and hid snares for my feet. 23 Yet, Lord, thou knowest all their counsel against me to slay me: forgive not their iniquity, neither blot out their sin from thy sight, but let them be overthrown before thee; deal thus with them in the time of thine anger. CHAPTER XIX. (19) Under the type of breaking a patter's vessel is fore- shewed the desolation of the Jews for their sins. THUS saith the Lord, Go and get a potter's earthen bottle, and take of the ancients of the people, and of the ancients of the priests; 2 And go forth unto the valley of the son of Hinnom, w T hich is by the entry of the east gate, and proclaim there the words that I shall tell thee, 3 And say, Hear ye the word of the Lord, O kings of Judah, and inhabitants of Jerusalem; Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; Behold, I will bring evil upon this place, the which whosoever heareth, his ears shall tingle. 4 Because they have forsaken me, and have estranged this place, and have burned incense in it unto other gods, whom neither they nor their fathers have known, nor the kings of Judah, and have filled this place with the blood of innocents; 5 They have built also the high places of Baal, to burn their sons with fire for burnt offerings unto Baal, which I commanded not, nor spake it, neither came it into my mind: 6 Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that this place shall no more be called Tophet, nor The valley of the son of Hinnom, but The valley of slaughter. 7 And I will make void the counsel of Judah and Jerusalem in this place; and I will cause them to fall by the sword before their enemies, and by the hands of them that seek their lives: and their carcases will I give to be meat for the fowls of the heaven, and for the beasts of the earth. 8 And I will make this city desolate, and an hissing; every one that passeth thereby shall be astonished and hiss because of all the plagues thereof. 9 And I will cause them to eat the flesh of their sons and the flesh of their daughters, and they shall eat every one the flesh of his friend in the siege and straitness, wherewith their ene- mies, and they that seek their lives, shall straiten them. 10 Then shalt thou break the bottle in the sight of the men that go with thee, 11 And shalt say unto them, Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Even so will I break this people and this city, as one breaketh a potter's vessel, that cannot be made whole again: and they shall bury them in Tophet till there be no place to bury. 12 Thus will I- do unto this place, saith the Lord, and to the inhabitants thereof, and even make this city as Tophet : 13 And the houses of Jerusalem, and the houses of the kings of Judah, shall be defiled as the place of Tophet, because of all the houses upon whose roofs they have burned incense unto all the host of heaven, and have poured out drink offerings unto other gods. 11 Then came Jeremiah from Tophet, whither the Lord had sent him to prophesy; and he stood in the court of the Lord's house; and said to all the people, 15 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; Behold, I will bring upon this city and upon all her towns all the evil that I have pro- nounced against it, because they have hardened their necks, that they might not hear my words. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 Pashur, smiting Jeremiah, receiveth a new name, and a fearful doom. 7 Jeremiah complaineth of contempt, 10 of treachery, 14 and of his birth. "TVrOW Pashur the son of Immer the priest, -L\ who was also chief governor in the house of the Lord, heard that Jeremiah prophesied these things. 2 Then Pashur smote Jeremiah the prophet, and put him in the stocks that were in the high gate of Benjamin, which was by the house of the Lord. 3 And it came to pass on the morrow, that Pashur brought forth Jeremiah out of the stocks. Then said Jeremiah unto him, The Lord hath not called thy name Pashur, but Magor-missabib. 4 For thus saith the Lord, Behold, I will make thee a terror to thyself, and to all thy friends: and they shall fall by the sword of their enemies, and thine eyes shall behold it : and I will give all Judah into the hand of the king of Babylon, and he shall carry them captive into Babylon, and shall slay them with the sword. 5 Moreover I will deliver all the strength of this city, and all the labours thereof, and all the precious things thereof, and all the treasures of the kings of Judah will I give into the hand of their enemies, which shall spoil them, and take them, and carry them to Babylon. 6 And thou, Pashur, and all that dwell in thine house shall go into captivity: and thou shalt come to Babylon, and there thou shalt die, and shalt be buried there, thou, and all thy friends, to whom thou hast prophesied lies. 7 O Lord, thou hast deceived me, and I was de- ceived: thou art stronger than I, and hast pre- vailed: I am in derision daily, every one mocketh me. 8 For since I spake, I cried out, I cried violence and spoil; because the word of the Lord was made a reproach unto me, and a derision, daily. 9 Then I said, I will not make mention of him, nor speak any more in his name. But his word 541 Jeremiah's complaint. JEREMIAH, XXI. (21) A hard siege foretold. was in mine heart as a burning fire shut up in my bones, and I was weary with forbearing, and I could not stay. 10 For I heard the defaming of many, fear on every side. Report, say they, and we will report it. All my familiars watched for- my halting, say- ing, Peradventure he will be enticed, and we shall prevail against him, and we shall take our revenge on him. 11 But the Lord is with me as a mighty terri- ble one: therefore my persecutors shall stumble, and they shall not prevail: they shall be greatly ashamed; for they shall not prosper: their ever- lasting confusion shall never be forgotten. 12 But, O Lord of hosts, that triest the right- eous, and seest the reins and the heart, iet me see thy vengeance on them: for unto thee have I opened my cause. 13 Sing unto the Lord, praise ye the Lord : for he hath delivered the soul of the poor from the hand of evildoers. 14 Cursed be the day wherein I was born: let not the day wherein my mother bare me be blessed. 15 Cursed be the man who brought tidings to my father, saying, A man child is born unto thee; making him very glad. 16 And let that man be as the cities which the Lord overthrew, and repented not: and let him hear the cry in the morning, and the shouting at noontide; 17 Because he slew me not from the womb; or that my mother might have been my grave, and her womb to be always great with me. 18 Wherefore came I forth out of the womb to see labour and sorrow, that my days should be consumed with shame?* CHAPTER XXL (21) 1 Zedekiah sendeth to Jeremiah to enquire the event of Nebuchadrezzar's war. 3 Jeremiah foretelleth a hard siege and miserable captivity. 8 He counselleth the people to fall to the Chaldeans, 11 and upbraideth the king's house. THE word which came unto Jeremiah from the Lord, when king Zedekiah sent unto him Pashur the son of Melchiah, and Zephaniah the son of Maaseiah the priest, saying, 2 Enquire, I pray thee, of the Lord for us; for Xebuchadrezzar king of Babylon maketh war against us; if so be that the Lord will deal with us according to all his wondrous works, that he may go up from us. 3 Then said Jeremiah unto them, Thus shall ye say to Zedekiah: 4 Thus saith the Lord God of Israel; Behold, I will turn back the weapons of war that are in your hands, wherewith ye fight against the king of Babylon, and against the Chaldeans, which besiege you without the walls, and I will assem- ble them into the midst of this city. 5 And I myself will fight against you with an outstretched hand and with a strong arm, even in anger, and in fury, and in great wrath. 6 And I will smite the inhabitants of this city, both man and beast: they shall die of a great pestilence. 7 And afterward, saith the Lord, I will deliver Zedekiah king of Judah, and his servants, and the people, and such as are left in this city from the pestilence, from the sword, and from the famine, into the hand of Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon, and into the hand of their enemies, and into the hand of those that seek their life: and he shall smite them with the edge of the sword ; he shall not spare them, neither have pity, nor have mercy. 8 And unto this people thou shalt say, Thus saith the Lord; Behold, I set before you the way of life, and the way of death. 9 He that abideth in this city shall die by the sword, and by the famine, and by the pestilence: but he that goeth out, and falleth to the Chal- deans that besiege you, he shall live, and his life shall be unto him for a prey. 10 For I have set my face against this city for evil, and not for good, saith the Lord; it shall be given into the hand of the king of Babylon, and he shall burn it with fire. 11 And touching the house of the king of Ju- dah, say, Hear ye the word of the Lord; 12 O house of David, thus saith the Lord ; Exe- cute judgment in the morning, and deliver him that is spoiled out of the hand of the oppressor, lest my fury go out like fire, and burn that none can quench it, because of the evil of your doings. 13 Behold, I am against thee, O inhabitant of the valley, and rock of the plain, saith the Lord; which say, Who shall come down against us? or who shall enter into our habitations? 14 But I will punish you according to the fruit of your doings, saith the Lord : and I will kindle a fire in the forest thereof, and it shall devour all things round about it. CHAPTER XXII. (22) 1 He exhorteth to repentance, with promises and threats. 10 The judgment of Shallum, 13 of Jehoiakim, 20 and of Coniah. THUS saith the Lord; Go down to the house of the king of Judah, and speak there this word, 2 And say, Hear the word of the Lord, O king of Judah, that sittest upon the throne of David, thou, and thy servants, and thy people that enter in by these gates: 3 Thus saith the Lord; Execute ye judgment and righteousness, and deliver the spoiled out of the hand of the oppressor: and do no wrong, do no violence to the stranger, the fatherless, nor the widow, neither shed innocent blood in this place. 4 For if ye do this thing indeed, then shall there enter in by the gates of this house kings sitting upon the throne of David, riding in chariots and on horses, he, and his servants, and his people. 5 But if ye will not hear these words, I swear by myself, saith the Lord, that this house shall become a desolation. 6 For thus saith the Lord unto the king's house of Judah; Thou art Gilead unto me and the head 542 An exhortation to repentance. JEREMIAH, XXIIL (23) Christ is promised. of Lebanon : yet surely I will make thee a wilder- ness, and cities which, are not inhabited. 7 And I will prepare destroyers against thee, every one T?ith his weapons: and they shall cut down thy ciioice cedars, and cast them into the fire. 8 And many nations shall pass by this city, and they shall say every man to his neighbour, Wherefore hath the Lord done thus unto this great city? 9 Then they shall answer, Because they have forsaken the covenant of the Lord their God, and worshipped other gods, and served them. 10 Weep ye not for the dead, neither bemoan him: but weep sore for him that goeth away: for he shall return no more, nor see his native country. 11 For thus saith the Lord touching Shallum the son of Josiah king of Judah, which reigned instead of Josiah his father, which went forth out of this place; He shall not return thither any more: 12 But he shall die in the place whither they have led him captive, and shall see this land no more. 13 Woe unto him that buildeth his house by unrighteousness, and his chambers by wrong; that useth his neighbour's service without wages, and giveth him not for his work; 14 That saith, I will build me a wide house and large chambers, and cutteth him out windows; and it is cieled with cedar, and painted with ver- milion. 15 Shalt thou reign, because thou closest thy- self in cedar? did not thy father eat and drink, and do judgment and justice, and then it was well with him? 16 He judged the cause of the poor and needy; then it was well with him: was not this to know me? saith the Lord. 17 But thine eyes and thine heart are not but for thy covetousness, and for to shed innocent blood, and for oppression, and for violence, to do it. 18 Therefore thus saith the Lord concerning Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah ; They shall not lament for him, saying, Ah my brother! or, Ah sister! they shall not lament for him, say- ing, Ah lord! or, Ah his glory! 19 He shall be buried with the burial of an ass, drawn and cast forth beyond the gates of Jerusalem. 20 Go up to Lebanon, and cry; and lift up thy voice in Bashan, and cry from the passages: for all thy lovers are destroyed. 21 I spake unto thee in thy prosperity; but thou saidst, I will not hear. This hath been thy manner from thy youth, that thou obeyedst not my voice. 22 The wind shall eat up all thy pastors, and thy lovers shall go into captivity: surely then shalt thou be ashamed and confounded for all thy wickedness. 23 O inhabitant of Lebanon, that makest thy nest in the cedars, how gracious shalt thou be when pangs come upon thee, the pain as of a woman in travail! 24 As I live, saith the Lord, though Coniah the son of Jehoiakim king of Judah were the signet upon my right hand, yet would I pluck thee thence; 25 And I will give thee into the hand of them that seek thy life, and into the hand of them whose face thou fearest, even into the hand of Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon, and into the hand o/ the Chaldeans* 26 And I will cast thee out, and thy mother that bare thee, into another country, where ye were not born; and there shall ye die. 27 But to the land whereunto they desire to return, thither shall they not return. 28 Is this man Coniah a despised broken idol? is he a vessel wherein is no pleasure? wherefore are they cast out, he and his seed, and are cast into a land which* they know not? 29 O earth, earth, earth, hear the word of the Lord. 30 Thus saith the Lord, Write ye this man childless, a man that shall not prosper in his days : for no man of his seed shall prosper, sitting upon the throne of David, and ruling any more in Judah. CHAPTER XXIIL (23) 1 He prophesieth a restoration of the scattered flock. 5 Christ shall rule and save them. 9 Against false pro- phets, 33 and mockers of the true prophets. WOE be unto the pastors that destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture! saith the Lord. 2 Therefore thus saith the Lord God of Israel against the pastors that feed my people; ye have scattered my flock, and driven them away, and have not visited them: behold, I will visit upon you the evil of your doings, saith the Lord. 3 And I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all countries whither I have driven them, and will bring them again to their folds; and they shall be fruitful and increase. 4 And I will set up shepherds over them which shall feed them: and they shall fear no more, nor be dismayed, neither shall they be lacking, saith the Lord. 5 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth. 6 In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell ?aiely: and this is his name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHT- EOUSNESS. 7 Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that they shall no more say, The Lord liveth, which brought up the children of Israel out of the land of Egypt; 8 But, The Lord liveth, which brought up and which led the seed of the house of Israel out of the north country, and from all countries whither I had driven them; and they shall dwell in their own land. 543 Against false prophets. 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(24-)* 71 Against false prophets. 9 Mine heart within me is broken because of the prophets; all my bones shake; I am like a drunken man, and like a man whom wine hath overcome, because of the Lord, and because of the words of his holiness. 10 For the land is full of adulterers; for be- cause of swearing the land mourneth; the pleas- ant places of the wilderness are dried up, and their course is evil, and their force is not right. 11 For both prophet and priest are profane; yea, in my house have I found their wickedness, saith the Lord 12 Wherefore their way shall be unto them as slippery ways in the darkness: they shall be driven on, and fall therein : for I will bring evil upon them, even the year of their visitation, saith the Lord. - 13 And I have seen folly in the prophets of Samaria; they prophesied in Baal, and caused my people Israel to err. 14 I have seen also in the prophets of Jeru- salem an horrible thing: they commit adultery, and walk in lies: they strengthen also the hands of evildoers, that none doth return from his wick- edness: they are all of them unto me as Sodom, and the inhabitants thereof as Gomorrah. 15 Therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts con- cerning the prophets; Behold, I will feed them with wormwood, and make them drink the water of gall : for from the prophets of Jerusalem is pro- faneness gone forth into all the land. 16 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, Hearken not unto the words of the prophets that prophesy unto you : they make you vain : they speak a vision of their own heart, and not out of the mouth of the Lord. 17 They say still unto them that despise me, The Lord hath said, Ye shall have peace; and they say unto every one that walketh after the imagination of his own heart, !Mo evil shall come upon you. 18 For who hath stood in the counsel of the Lord, and hath perceived and heard his word? who hath marked his word, and heard it? 19 Behold, a whirlwind of the Lord is gone forth in fury, even a grievous whirlwind: it shall fall grievously upon the head of the wicked. 20 The anger of the Lord shall not return, un- til he have executed, and till he have performed the thoughts of his heart: in the latter days ye shall consider it perfectly. 21 I have not sent these prophets, yet they ran : I hava not spoken to them, yet they prophe- sied. 22 But if they had stood in my counsel, and had caused my people to hear my words, then they should have turned them from their evil way, and from the evil of their doings. 23 Am I a God at hand, saith the Lord, and not a God afar off? 24 Can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him? saith the Lord. Do not I fill heaven and earth? saith the Lord. 25 I have heard what the prophets said, that prophesy lies in my name, saying, I have dreamed, I have dreamed, 26 How long shall this be in the heart of the prophets that prophesy lies? yea, they are prophets of the deceit of their own heart; 27 Which think to cause my people to forget my name by their dreams which they tell every man to his neighbour, as their fathers have for- gotten my name for Baal. 28 The prophet that hath a dream, let him tell a dream; and he that hath my word, let him speak my word faithfully. Whai is the chaff to the wheat? saith the Lord. 29 Is not my word like as a fire? saith the Lord; and like a hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces? 30 Therefore, behold, I am against the proph- ets, saith the Lord, that steal my words every one from his neighbour. 31 Behold, I am against the prophets, saith the Lord, that use their tongues, and say, He saith. 32 Behold, I am against them that prophesy false dreams, saith the Lord, and do tell them, and cause my people to err by their lies, and by their lightness; yet I sent them not, nor com- manded them: therefore they shall not profit this people at all, saith the Lord. 33 And when this people, or the prophet, or a priest, shall ask thee, saying, What is the burden of the Lord? thou shalt then say unto them, What burden? I will even forsake you, saith the Lord. 34 And as for the prophet, and the priest, and the people, that shall say, The burden of the Lord, I will even punish that man and his house. 35 Thus shall ye say every one to his neigh- bour, and every one to his brother, What hath the Lord answered? and, What hath the Lord spoken ? . 36 And the burden of the Lord shall ye men- tion no more: for every man's word shall be his burden; for ye have perverted the words of the living God, of the Lord of hosts our God. 37 Thus shalt thou say to the prophet, What hath the Lord answered thee? and, What hath the Lord spoken? 38 But since ye say, The burden of the Lord ; therefore thus saith the Lord ; Because ye say this word, The burden of the Lord, and I have sent unto you, saying, Ye shall not say, The burden of the Lord; 39 Therefore, behold, I, even I, will utterly for- get you, and I will forsake you, and the city that I gave you and your fathers, and cast you out of my presence: 40 And I will bring an everlasting reproach upon you, and a perpetual shame, which shall not be forgotten. CHAPTER XXTV. (24) 1 Under the type of good and bad figs, 4 he foreshew- eth the restoration of them that were in captiTity, 8 and the desolation of Zedekiah and the rest. THE Lord shewed me, and, behold, two baskets of figs were set before the temple of the Lord, after that Nebuchadrezzar king of 544 ENTRANCE TO THE GREAT PYRAMID. (Jer. 25:19). "Pharaoh king of Egypt, and his servants, and his princes, and all his people." Pharaoh is a general term used by the ancient Egyptians to denote their ruler. Cheops was the Pharaoh who built the above Great Pyramid for his tomb. The entrance you see in the side leads to the "King's Chamber," which is near the heart of the Great Pyramid, the largest that was ever built. It covers about 13 acres of ground. Cheops was the second king of the fourth dynasty, and is saidto have reigned 3733 B. C. The "King's Chamber" is lined with granite, and is about 140 feet from the level of the base of the pyramid. This Pharaoh's name was found written in red ink on a stone inside this pyramid. The Babylonish JEREMIAH, XXV. (25) captivity foretold. Babylon had carried away captive Jeconiah the son of Jehoiakim king of Judah, and the princes of Judah, with the carpenters and smiths, from Jerusalem, and had brought them to Babylon. 2 One basket had very good figs, even like the figs that are first ripe : and! the other basket had very naughty figs, which could not be eaten, they were so bad. 3 Then said the Lord unto me, What seest thou, Jeremiah? And I said, Figs; the good figs, very good; and the evil, very evil, that cannot be eaten, they are so evil. 4 Again the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 5 Thus saith the Lord, the God of Israel ; Like these good figs, so will I acknowledge them that are carried away captive' of Judah, whom I have sent out of this place - into the land of the Chal- deans for their good. 6 For I will set mine eyes upon them for good, and I will bring them again to this land: and I will build them, and not pull them down; and I will plant them, and not pluck them up. 7 And I will give them an heart to know me, that I am the Lord : and they shall be my people, and I will be their God : for they shall return unto me with their whole heart. 8 And as the evil figs-, which cannot be eaten, they are so evil; surely thus saith the Lord, So will I give Zedekiah the king of Judah, and his princes, and the residue of Jerusalem, that re- main in this land, and them that dwell in the land of Egypt: 9 And I will deliver them to be removed into all the kingdoms of the earth for their hurt, to be a reproach and a proverb, a taunt and a curse, in all places whither I shall drive them. 10 And I will send the sword, the famine, and the pestilence, among them, till they be con- sumed from off the land that I gave unto them and to their fathers. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 Jeremiah reproving the Jews' disobedience to the pro- phets. 8 foretelleth tb^ seventy years' captivity, 12 and after that, the destruction of Babylon. 15 Under the type of a cup of wine he foresheweth the destruction of all nations. 34 The howling of the shepherds. THE word that came to Jeremiah concerning all the people of Judah in the fourth year of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah, that was the first year of Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon ; 2 The which Jeremiah the prophet spake unto all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying, 3 From the thirteenth year of Josiah the son of Amon king of Judah, even unto this day, that is the three and twentieth year, the word of the Lord hath come unto me, and I have spoken unto you, rising early and speaking; but ye have not hearkened. 4 And the Lord hath sent unto you all his ser- vants the prophets, rising early and sending them; but ye have not hearkened, nor inclined vour ear to hear. 5 They said, Turn ye again now every one from his evil way, and from the evil of your doings, and dwell in the land that the Lord hath given unto you and to your fathers for ever and ever: 6 And go not after other gods to serve them, and to worship them, and provoke me not to an- ger with the works of your hands; and I will do you no hurt. 7 Yet ye have not hearkened unto me, saith the Lord ; that ye might provoke me to anger with the works of your hands to your own hurt. 8 Therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts; Be- cause ye have not heard my words, 9 Behold, I will send and take all the families of the north, saith the Lord, and Nebuchadrezzar the king of Babylon, my servant, and will bring them against this land, and against the inhabit- ants thereof, and against all these nations round about, and will utterly destroy them, and make them an astonishmerit, and an hissing, and per- petual desolations. 10 Moreover I will take from them the voice of mirth, and the voice of gladness, the voice of the bridegroom, and the voice of the bride, the sound of the millstones, and the light of the candle. 11 And this whole land shall be a desolation, and an astonishment; and these nations shall serve the king of Babylon seventy years. 12 And it shall come to pass, when seventy years are accomplished, that I will punish the king of Babylon, and that nation, saith the Lord, for their iniquity, and the land of the Chaldeans, and will make it perpetual desolations. 13 And I will bring upon that land all my words which I have pronounced against it, even all that is written in this book, which Jeremiah hath prophesied against all the nations. 14 For many nations and great kings shall serve themselves of them also: and I will recom- pense them according to their deeds, and accord- ing to the works of their own hands. 15 For thus saith- the Lord God of Israel unto me; Take the wine cup of this fury at my hand, and cause all the nations, to whom I send thee, to drink it. 16 And they shall drink, and be moved, and be mad, because of the sword that I will send among them. 17 Then took I the cup at the Lord's hand, and made air the nations to drink, unto wbom the Lord had sent me: 18 To wit, Jerusalem, and the cities of Judah, and the kings thereof, and the princes thereof, to make them a desolation, an astonishment, an hissing, and a curse; as it is this day; 19 Pharaoh king of Egypt, and his servants, and his princes, and all his people; 20 And all the mingled people, and all the kings of the land of Uz, and all the king3 of the land of the Philistines, and Ashkelon. and * szafc, and Ekron, and the remnant of Ashdod, 21 Edom, and Moab, and th of Am- nion, 646 Destruction of all nations foretold. JEREMIAH, XXVI. (26) Jeremiah is apprehended. 22 And all the kings of Tyrus, and all the kings of Zidon, and the kings of the isles which are be- yond the sea, 23 Dedan, and Tenia, and Buz, and all that are in the utmost corners, 24 And all the kings of Arabia, and all the kings of the mingled people that dwell in the desert, 25 And all the kings of Zimri, and all the kings of Elam, and all the kings of the Medes, 26 And all the kings of the north, far and near, one with another, and all the kingdoms* of the world, which are upon the face of the earth: and the king of Sheshaclr shall drink after them. 27 Therefore thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel ; Drink ye, and be drunken, and spue,- and fall, and rise no more, because of the sword which I will send among you. 28 And it shall be, if they refuse to take the cup at thine hand to drink, then shalt thou say unto them, Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Ye shall certainly drink. 29 For, lo, I begin to bring evil on the city which is called by my name, and should ye be ut- terly unpunished? Ye shall not be unpunished: for I will call for a sword, upon all the inhabitants of the earth, saith the Lord of hosts. 30 Therefore prophesy thou against them all these words, and say unto them, The Lord shall roar from on high, and utter his voice from his holy habitation; he shall mightily roar upon his habitation; he shall give a shout, as they that tread the grapes, against all the inhabitants of the earth.' 31 A noise shall come even to the ends of the earth; for the Lord hath a controversy with the nations, he will plead with all flesh; he will give them that are wicked to the sword, saith the Lord. 32 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, Behold, evil shall go forth from nation to nation, and a great whirlwind shall be raised up from the coasts of the earth. 33 And the slain of the Lord shall be at that day from one end of the earth even unto the other end of the earth: they shall not be lamented, neither gathered, nor buried; they shall be dung upon the ground. 34 Howl, ye shepherds, and cry; and wallow yourselves in the ashes, ye principal of the flock: for the days of your slaughter and of your disper- sions are accomplished; and ye shall fall like a pleasant vessel. 35 And the shepherds shall have no way to flee, nor the principal of the flock to escape. 36 A voice of the cry of the shepherds, and an howling of the principal of the flock, shall be heard: for the Lord hath spoiled their pasture. 37 And the peaceable habitations are cut down because of the fierce anger of the Lord. 38 He hath forsaEen his covert, as the lion : for their land is desolate because of the fierceness of the oppressor, and because of his fierce anger. CHAPTER XXVI. (26) 1 Jeremiah by promises and threatenings exhorteth to repentance. 8 He is therefore apprehended, 10 and ar- raigned. 12 His apology. 16 He is quit in judgment, by the example of Micah, 20 and of Urijah, 24 and by the care of Ahikam". IX the beginning of the reign of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah came this word from the Lord, saying, 2 Thus saith the Lord; Stand in the court of the Lord's house, and speak unto all the cities of Judah, which come to worship in the Lord's house, all the words that I command thee to speak unto them ; diminish not a word : 3 If so be they will hearken, and turn every man from his evil way, that I may repent me of the evil, which I purpose to do unto them be- cause of the evil of their doings. 4 And thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the Lord; If ye will not hearken to me, to walk in my law, which I have set before you, 5 To hearken to the words of my servants the prophets, whom I sent unto you, both rising up early, and sending them, but ye have not heark- ened; 6 Then will I make this house like Shiloh, and will make this city a curse to all the nations of the earth. 7 So the priests and the prophets and all the people heard Jeremiah speaking these words in the house of the Lord. 8 Xow it came to pass, when Jeremiah had made an end of speaking all that the Lord had commanded him to speak unto all the people, that the priests and the prophets and all the peo- ple took him, saying, Thou shalt surely die. 9 Why hast thou prophesied in the name of the Lord, saying, This house shall be like Shiloh, and this city shall be desolate without an inhabitant? And all the people were gathered against Jere- miah in the house of the Lord. 10 When the princes of Judah heard these things, then they came up from the king's house unto the house of the Lord, and sat down in the entry of the new gate of the Lord's house. 11 Then spake the priests and the prophets unto the princes and to all the people, saying, This man is worthy to die; for he hath prophe- sied against this city, as ye have heard with your ears. 12 Then spake Jeremiah unto all the princes and to all the people, saying, The Lord sent me to prophesy against this house and against this city all the words that ye have heard. 13 Therefore now amend your ways and your doings, and obey the voice of the Lord your God; and the Lord will repent him of the evil that he hath pronounced against you. 14 As for me, behold, I am in your hand: do with me as seemeth good and meet unto you. 15 But know ye for certain, that if ye put me to death, ye shall surely bring innocent blood upon yourselves, and upon this city, and upon the inhabitants thereof: for of a truth the Lord hath sent me unto you to speak all these words in vour ears. 646 The type of JEREMIAH, XXVII. (27) bonds and yokes. 16 Then said the princes and all the people unto the priests and to the prophets; This man is not worthy to die: for he hath spoken to us in the name of the Lord our God. 17 Then rose up certain of the elders of the land, and spake to all the assembly of the people, saying, 18 Micah the Morasthite prophesied in the days of Hezekiah king of Judah, and spake to all the people of Judah, saying, Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Zion shall be plowed like a field, and Jerusalem shall become heaps, and the mountain of the house as the high places of a forest. 19 Did Hezekiah king of Judah and all Judah put him at all to death? did he not fear the Lord, and besought the Lord, and the Lord repented him of the evil which he had pronounced against them? Thus might we procure great evil against our souls. 20 And there was also a man that prophesied in the name of the Lord, Urijah the son of She- maiah of Kirjath-jearim, who prophesied against this city and against this land according to all the words of Jeremiah : 21 And when Jehoiakim the king, with all his mighty men, and all the princes, heard his words, the king sought to put him to death*: but when Urijah heard it, he was afraid, and fled, and went into Egypt; 22 And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, namely, Elnathan the son of Achbor, and certain men with him into Egypt. 23 And they fetched forth Urijah out of Egypt, and brought him unto Jehoiakim the king; who slew him with the sword, and cast his dead bddy into the graves of the common people. 24 Nevertheless the hand of Ahikam the son of Shaphan was with Jeremiah, that they should not give him into the hand of the people to put him to death. CHAPTER XXVn. (27) 1 Under the type of bonds and yokes he prophesieth the subduing of the neighbour kings unto Nebuchadnez- zar. 8 He exhorteth them to yield, and not to believe the false prophets. 12 The like he doeth to Zedekiah. 19 He foretelleth, the remnant of the vessls shall be carried to Babylon, and there continue until the day of visitation. IN the beginning of the reign of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah came this word unto Jeremiah from the Lord, saying, 2 Thus saith the Lord to me; Make thee bond3 and yokes, and put them upon thy neck, 3 And send them to the king of Edom, and to the king of Moab, and to the king of the Am- monites, and to the king of Tyrus, and to the king i >f Zidon, by the hand of the messengers which come to Jerusalem unto Zedekiah king of Judah; 4 And command them to say unto their mas- ters, thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Is- rael ; Thus shall ye say unto your masters; 5 I have made the earth, the man and the beast that are upon the ground, by my great pow- er and by my outstretched arm, and have given it unto whom it s°Q o3 „ ft Sii© bb £ m « p 00 _50 2 oi ■<-> o ~ a _ O) P . 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(48) for several corruptions. his strong horses, at the rushing of his chariots, and at the rumbling of his wheels, the fathers shall not look back to their children for feeble- ness of hands; 4 Because of the day that cometh to spoil all the Philistines, and to cut off from Tyrus and Zidon every helper that remaineth: for the Lord will spoil the Philistines, the remnant of the country of Caphtor. 5 Baldness is come upon Gaza; Ashkelon is cut off with the remnant of their valley: how long wilt thou cut thyself? 6 O thou sword of the Lord, how long will it be ere thou be quiet? put up thyself into thy scab- bard, rest, and be still. 7 How can it be quiet, seeing the Lord hath given it a charge against Ashkelon, and against the sea shore? there hath he appointed it. CHAPTER XLVIII. (48) 1 The judgment of Moab, 7 for their pride, 11 for their security, 14 for their carnal confidence, 26 and for their contempt of God and his people. 47 The restoration of Moab. A GAINST Moab thus saith the Lord of hosts, ^t\- the God of Israel ; Woe unto Nebo ! for it is spoiled: Kiriathaim is confounded and taken: Misgab is confounded and dismayed. 2 There shall be no more praise of Moab; in Heshbon they have devised evil against it ; come, and let us cut it off from being a nation. Also thou shalt be cut down, O Madmen; the sword shall pursue thee. 3 A voice of crying shall be from Horonaim, spoiling and great destruction. 4 Moab is destroyed; her little ones have caused a cry to be heard. 5 For in the going up of Luhith continual weeping shall go up; for in the going down of Horonaim the enemies have heard a cry of de- struction. 6 Flee, save your lives, and be like the heath in the wilderness. 7 For because thou hast trusted in thy works and in thy treasures, thou shalt also be taken: and Chemosh shall go forth into captivity with his priests and his princes together. 8 And the spoiler shall come upon every city, and no city shall escape: the valley also shall perish, and the plain shall be destroyed, as the Lord hath spoken. 9 Give wings unto Moab, that it may flee and get away: for the cities thereof shall be desolate, without any to dwell therein. 10 Cursed be he that doeth the work of the Lord deceitfully, and cursed be he that keepeth back his sword from blood. 11 Moab hath been at ease from his youth, and he hath settled on his lees, and hath not been emptied from vessel) to vessel, neither hath he gone into captivity: therefore his taste remained in him, and his scent is not changed. 12 Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that I will send unto him wanderers, that shall cause him to wander, and shall empty his vessels, and break their bottles. 13 And Moab shall be ashamed of Chemosh, as the house of Israel was ashamed of Beth-el their confidence. 14 How say ye, We are mighty and strong men for the war? 15 Moab is spoiled, and gone up out of her cities, and his chosen young men are gone down to the slaughter, saith the King, whose name is the Lord of hosts. 16 The calamity of Moab is near to come, and his affliction hasteth fast. 17 All ye that are about him, bemoan him ; and all ye that know his name, say, How is the strong staff broken, and the beautiful rod! 18 Thou daughter that dost inhabit Dibon come down from thy glory, and sit in thirst ; for the spoiler of Moab shall come upon thee, and he shall destroy thy strong holda 19 O inhabitant of Aroer, stand by the way, and espy; ask him that fleeth, and her that es- capetb, and say, What is done? 20 Moab is confounded; for it is broken down: howl and cry; tell ye it in Arnon, that Moab is spoiled, 21 And judgment is come upon the plain coun- try; upon Holon, and upon Jahazah, and upon Mephaath, 22 And upon Dibon, and upon Nebo, and upon Beth-diblathaim, 23 And upon Kiriathaim, and upon Beth- gamul, and upon Beth-meon, 24 And upon Kerioth, and upon Bozrah, and upon all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near. 25 The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith the Lord. 26 Make ye him drunken : for he magnified him- self against the Lord: Moab also shall wallow in his vomit, and he also shall be in derision. 27 For was not Israel a derision unto thee? was he found among thieves? for since thou spakest of him, thou skippedst for joy. 28 O ye that dwell in Moab, leave the cities, and dwell in the rock, and be like the dove that maketh her nest in the sides of the hole's mouth. 29 We have heard the pride of Moab, (he is ex- ceeding proud) his loftiness, and his arrogancy, and his pride, and the haughtiness of his heart. 30 I know his wrath, saith the Lord; but it shall not be so; his lies shall not so effect it. 31 Therefore will I howl for Moab, and I will cry out for all Moab ; mine heart shall mourn for the men of Kir-heres. 32 O vine of Sibmah, I will weep for thee with the weeping of Jazer: thy plants are gone over the sea, they reach even to the sea of Jazer: the spoiler is fallen upon thy summer fruits and upon thy vintage. 33 And joy and gladness is taken from the plentiful field, and from the land of Moab ; and I \ have caused wine to fail from the winepresses: , none shall tread with shouting; their shouting shall be no shouting. 564 The restoration of Moab. JEREMIAH, XLIX. (49) The judgment of Edom. 34 From the cry of Heshbon even unto Elealeh, and even unto Jahaz, have they uttered their voice, from Zoar even unto Horonaim, as an heifer of three years old: for the waters also of Nimrim shall be desolate. 35 Moreover I will cause to cease in Moab, saith the Lord, him that offereth in the high places, and him that burneth incense to his gods. 36 Therefore mine heart shall sound for Moab like pipes, and mine heart shall sound like pipes for the men of Kir-heres: because the riches that he hath gotten are perished. 37 For every head shall be bald, and every beard clipped: upon all the hands shall be cut- tings, and upon the loins sackcloth. 38 There shall be lamentation generally upon all the housetops of Moab, and in the streets thereof: for I have broken Moab like a vessel wherein is no pleasure, saith the Lord. 39 They shall howl, saying, How is it broken down! how hath Moab turned the back with shame! so shall Moab be a derision and a dismay- ing to all them about him. 40 For thus saith the Lord; Behold, he shall fly as an eagle, and shall spread his wings over Moab. 41 Kerioth is taken, and the strong holds are surprised, and the mighty men's hearts in Moab at that day shall be as the heart of a woman in her pangs. 42 And Moab shall be destroyed from being a people, because he hath magnified himsslf against the Lord. 43 Fear, and the pit, and the snare, shall be upon thee, O inhabitant of Moab, saith the Lord. 44 He that fleeth from the fear shall fall into the pit; and he that getteth up out of the pit shall be taken in the snare: for I will bring upon it, even upon Moab, the year of their visitation, saith the Lord. 45 They that fled stood under the shadow of Heshbon because of the force: but a fire shall come forth out of Heshbon, and a flame from the midst of Sihon, and shall devour the corner of Moab, and the crown of the head of the tu- multuous ones. 46 Woe be unto thee, O Moab! the people of Chemosh perisheth: for thy sons are taken cap- tives, and thy daughters captives. 47 Yet will I bring again the captivity of Moab in the latter days, saith the Lord. Thus far is the judgment of Moab. CHAPTER XLIX. (49) 1 The judgment of the Ammonites. 6 Their restora- tion. 7 The judgment of Edom, 23 of Damascus, 28 of Kedar, 30 of Hazor, 34 and of Elam. 39 The restora- tion of Elam. CONCERNING the Ammonites, thus saith the Lord ; Hath Israel no sons? hath he no heir? why then doth their king inherit Gad, and his people dwell in his cities? 2 Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that I will cause an alarm of war to be heard in Rabbah of the Ammonites; and it shall be a desolate heap, and her daughters shall be burned with fire: then shall Israel be heir unto them that were his heirs, saith the Lord. 3 Howl, O Heshbon, for Ai is spoiled: cry, ye daughters of Rabbah, gird you with sackcloth; lament, and run to and fro by the hedges; for their king shall go into captivity, and his priests and his princes together. 4 Wherefore gloriest thou in the valleys, thy flowing valley, O backsliding daughter? that trusted in her treasures, saying, Who shall come unto me? 5 Behold, I will bring a fear upon thee, saith the Lord God of hosts, from all those that be about thee ; and ye shall be driven out every man right forth; and none shall gather up him that wandereth. 6 And afterward I will bring again the cap- tivity of the children of Ammon, saith the Lord. 7 Concerning Edom, thus saith the Lord of hosts; Is wisdom no more in Teman? is counsel perished from the prudent? is their wisdom van- ished? &. Flee ye, turn back, dwell deep, O inhabitants of Dedan; for I will bring the calamity of Esau upon him, the time that I will visit him. 9 If grapegatherers come to thee, would they not leave some gleaning grapes? if thieves by night, they will destroy till they have enough. 10 But I have made Esau bare, I have un- covered his secret places, and he shall not be able to hide himself: his seed is spoiled, and his brethren, and his neighbours, and he is not. 11 Leave thy fatherless children, I will pre- serve them alive; and let thy widows trust in me. 12 For thus saith the Lord ; Behold, they whose judgment was not to drink of the cup have as- suredly drunken; and art thou he that shall alto- gether go unpunished? thou shalt not go unpun- ished, but thou shalt surely drink of it. . 13 For I have sworn by myself, saith the Lord, that Bozrah shall become a desolation, a reproach, a waste, and a curse; and all the cities thereof shall be perpetual wastes. 14 I have heard a rumour from the Lord, and an ambassador is sent unto the heathen, saying, Gather ye together, and come against her, and rise up to the battle. 15 For, lo, I will make thee small among the heathen, and despised among men. 16 Thy terribleness hath deceived thee, and the pride of thine heart, O thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, that holdest the height of the hill: though thou shouldest make thy nest as high as the eagle, I will bring thee down from thence, saith the Lord. 17 Also Edom shall be a desolation : every one that goeth by it shall be astonished, and shall hiss at all the plagues thereof. 18 As in the overthrow of Sodom and Gomorrah and the neighbour cities thereof, saith the Lord, no man shall abide there, neither shall a son of man dwell in it. 19 Behold, he shall come up like a lion from the 665 The Judgment of Damascus, JEREMIAH, L. (50) swelling of Jordan against the habitation of the strong: but I will suddenly make him run away from her : and who is a chosen man, that I may ap- point over her? for who is like me? and who will appoint me the time? and who is that shepherd that will stand before me? 20 Therefore hear the counsel of the Lord, that Tie hath taken against Edom; and his purposes, that he hath purposed against the inhabitants of Teman : Surely the least of the flock shall draw them out : surely he shall make their habitations desolate with them. 21 The earth is moved at the noise of their fall, at the cry the noise thereof was heard in the Eed sea. 22 Behold, he shall come up and fly as the eagle, and spread his wings over Bozrah: and at that day shall the heart of the mighty men of Edom be as the heart of a woman in her pangs. 23 Concerning Damascus. Hamath is con- founded, and Arpad: for they have heard evil tidings: they are fainthearted; there is sorrow on the sea; it cannot be quiet. 24 Damascus is- waxed feeble, and turneth her- self to flee, and fear hath seized on her: anguish and sorrows have taken her, as a woman in tra- vail. 25 How is the city of praise not left, the city of my joy! 26 Therefore her young men shall fall in her streets, and all the men of war shall be cut off in that day, saith the Lord of hosts. 27 And I will kindle a fire in the wall of Damascus, and it shall consume the palaces of Ben-hadad. 28 Concerning Kedar, and concerning the king- doms of Hazor, which Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon shall smite, thus saith the Lord; Arise ye, go up to Kedar, and spoil the men of the east. 29 Their tents and their flocks shall they take away: they shall take to themselves their cur- tains, and all their vessels, and their camels ; and they shall cry unto them, Fear is on every side. 30 Flee, get you far off, dwell deep, O ye in- habitants of Hazor, saith the Lord; for Nebuchad- rezzar king of Babylon hath taken counsel against you, and hath conceived a purpose against you. 31 Arise, get you up unto the wealthy nation, that dwelleth without care, saith the Lord, which have neither gates nor bars, which dwell alone. 32 And their camels shall be a booty, and the multitude of their cattle a spoil : and I will scat- ter into all winds them that are in the utmost corners; and I will bring their calamity from all sides thereof, saith the Lord. 33 And Hazor shall be a dwelling for dragons and a desolation for ever: there shall no man abide there, nor any son of man dwell in it. 34 The word of the Lord that came to Jeremiah the prophet against Elam in the beginning of the reign of Zedekiah king of Judah, saying, 35 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Behold, I will break the bow of Elam, the chief of their might. Kedar, Hazor, and Elam. 36 And upon Elam will I bring the four winds from the four quarters of heaven, and will scatter them toward all those winds; and there shall be no nation whither the outcasts of Elam shall not come. 37 For I will cause Elam to be dismayed be- fore their enemies, and before them that seek their life: and I will bring evil upon them, even my fierce anger, saith the Lord; and I will send the sword after them, till I have consumed them: 38 And I will set my throne in Elam, and will destroy from thence the king and the princes, saith the Lord. 39 But it shall come to pass in the latter days, that I will bring again the captivity of Elam, saith the Lord. CHAPTER L. (50) 1, 9, 21, 35 The judgment of Babylon. 4, 17, 33 The re- demption of Israel. THE word that the Lord spake against Baby- lon and against the land of the Chaldeans by Jeremiah the prophet. 2 Declare ye among the nations, and publish, and set up a standard; publish, and conceal not: say, Babylon is taken, Bel is confounded, Mero- dach is broken in pieces; her idols are confounded, her images are broken in pieces 3 For out of the north there cometh up a nation against her, which shall make her land desolate, and none shall dwell therein: they shall remove, they shall depart, both man and beast. 4 In those days, and in that time, saith the Lord, the children of Israel shall come, they and the children of Judah together, going and weep- ing: they shall go, and seek the Lord their God. 5 They shall ask the way to Zion with their faces thitherward, saying, Come, and let us join ourselves to the Lord in a perpetual covenant that shall not be forgotten. 6 My people hath been lost sheep; their shep- herds have caused them to go astray, they have turned them away on the mountains: they have gone from mountain to hill, they have forgotten their restingplace. 7 All that found them have devoured them: and their adversaries said, We offend not, be- cause they have sinned against the Lord, the habi- tation of justice even the Lord, the hope of their fathers. 8 Remove out of the midst of Babylon, and go forth out of the land of the Chaldeans, and be as the he goats before the flocks. 9 For, lo, I will raise and cause to come up against Babylon an. assembly of great nations from the north country: and they shall set them- selves in array against her ; from thence she shall be taken ; their arrows shall be as of a mighty ex- pert man ; none shall return in vain. 10 And Chaldea shall be a spoil : all that spoi! her shall be satisfied, saith the Lord. 11 Because ye were glad, because ye rejoiced, O ye destroyers of mine heritage, because ye are grown fat as the heifer at grass, and bellow as bulls; 666 The judgment of Babylon, JEREMIAH, L. (50) and redemption of Israel. 12 Your mother shall be sore confounded; she that bare you shall be ashamed: behold, the hindermost of the nations shall be a wilderness ? a dry land, and a desert. 13 Because of the wrath of the Lord it shall not be inhabited, but it shall be wholly desolate: every one that goeth by Babylon shall be as- tonished, and hiss at all her plagues. 14 Put yourselves in array against Babylon round about: all ye that bend the bow, shoot at her, spare no arrows : for she hath sinned against the Lord. 15 Shout against her round about: she hath given her hand: her foundations are fallen, her walls are thrown down : for it is the vengeance of the Lord: take vengeance upon her; as she hath done, do unto her. 16 Cut off the sower from Babylon, and him that handleth the sickle in the time of harvest: for fear of the oppressing sword they shall turn every one to his people, and they shall flee every one to his own land. 17 Israel is a scattered sheep; the lions have driven him away: first the king of Assyria hath devoured him; and last this Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon hath broken his bones. 18 Therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; Behold, I will punish the king of Babylon and his land, as I have punished the king of Assyria. 19 And I will bring Israel again to his habita- tion, and he shall feed on Carmel and Bashan, and his soul shall be satisfied upon mount Ephraim and Gilead. 20 In those days, and in that time, saith the Lord, the iniquity of Israel shall be sought for, and there shall be none; and the sins of Judah, and they shall not be found: for I will pardon them whom I reserve. 21 Go up against the land of Merathaim, even against it, and against the inhabitants of Pekod : waste and utterly destroy after them, saith the Lord, and do according to all that I have com- manded thee. 22 A sound of battle is in the land, and of great destruction. 23 How is the hammer of the whole earth cut asunder and broken! how is Babylon become a desolation among the nations! 24 I have laid a snare for thee, and thou art also taken, O Babylon, and thou wast not aware: thou art found, and also caught, because thOu hast striven against the Lord. 25 The Lord hath opened his armoury, and hath brought forth the weapons of his indigna- tion: for this is the work of the Lord God of hosts in the land of the Chaldeans. 26 Come against her from the utmost border, open ber storehouses: cast her up as heaps, and destroy her utterly: let nothing of her be left 27 Slay all her bullocks; let them go down to the slaughter: woe unto them! for their day is come, the time of their visitation. 28 The voice of them that flee and escape out of the land of Babylon, to declare in Zion the vengeance of the Lord our God, the vengeance of his temple. 29 Call together the archers against Babylon: all ye that bend the bow, camp against it round about; let none thereof escape: recompense her according to her work; according to all that she hath done, do unto her: for she hath been proud against the Lord, against the Holy One of Israel. 30 Therefore shall her young men fall in the streets, and all her men of war shall be cut off in that day, saith the Lord. 31 Behold, I am against thee, O thou most proud, saith the Lord God of hosts: for thy day is come, the time that I will visit thee. 32 And the most proud shall stumble and fall, and none shall raise him up: and I will kindle a fire in his cities., and it shall devour all round about him. 33 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; The children of Israel and the children of Judah were op- pressed together: and all that took them captives held them fast; they refused to let them go. 34 Their Redeemer is strong; the Lord of hosts is his name: he shall thoroughly plead their cause, that he may give rest to the land, and dis- quiet the inhabitants of Babylon. 35 A sword is upon the Chaldeans, saith the Lord, and upon the inhabitants of Babylon, and upon her princes, and upon her wise men. 36 A sword is upon the liars; and they shall dote: a sword is upon her mighty men; and they shall be dismayed. 37 A sword is upon their horses, and upon their chariots, and upon all the mingled people that are in the midst of her; and they shall be- come as women: a sword is upon her treasures; and they shall be robbed. 38 A drought is upon her waters; and they shall be dried up: for it is the land of graven images, and they are mad upon their idols. 39 Therefore the wild beasts of the desert with the wild beasts of the islands shall dwell there, and the owls shall dwell therein: and it shall be no more inhabited for ever; neither shall it be dwelt in from generation to generation. 40 As God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah and the neighbour cities thereof, saith the Lord; so shall no man abide there, neither shall any son of man dwell therein. 41 Behold, a people shall come from the north, and a great nation, and many kings shall be raised up from the coasts of the earth. 42 They shall held the bow and the lance: they are cruel, and will not shew mercy: their voice shall roar like the sea, and they shall ride upon horses, every one put in array, like a man to the battle, against thee, O daughter of Babylon. 43 The king of Babylon hath heard the report of them, and his hands waxed feeble: anguish took hold of him, and pangs as of a woman in travail. 44 Behold, he shall come up like a lion from the swelling of Jordan unto the habitation of the 667 God's severe judgment JEEEMIAH, LI. (51) against Babylon. strong: but I will make them suddenly run away from her: and who is a chosen man, that I may appoint oyer her? for who is like me? and who will appoint me the time? and who is that shep- herd that will stand before me? 45 Therefore hear ye the counsel of the Lord, that he hath taken against Babylon ; and his pur- poses, that he hath purposed against the land of the Chaldeans: Surely the least of the flock shall draw them out: surely he shall make their habi- tation desolate with them. 46 At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard among the nations. CHAPTER LI. (51) 1 The severe judgment of God against Babylon In re- venge of Israel. 59 Jeremiah delivereth the book of this prophecy to Seraiah, to be cast into Euphrates, in token of the perpetual sinking of Babylon. THUS saith the Lord; Behold, I will raise up against Babylon, and against them that dwell in the midst of them that rise up against me, a destroying wind ; 2 And will send unto Babylon fanners, that shall fan her, and shall empty her land; for in the day of trouble they shall be against her round about. 3 Against him that bendeth let the archer bend his bow, and against him that lifteth himself up in his brigandine: and spare ye not her young men ; destroy ye utterly all her host. 4 Thus the slain shall fall in the land of the Chaldeans, and they that are thrust through in her streets. 5 For Israel hath not been forsaken, nor Judab of his. God, of the Lord of hosts ; though their land was filled with sin against the Holy One of Israel. 6 Flee out of the midst of Babylon, and deliver every man his soul: be not cut off in her iniquity; for this is the time of the Lord's vengeance; he will render unto her a recompence. 7 Babylon hath been a golden cup in the Lord's hand, that made all the earth drunken: the nations have drunken of her wine; therefore the nations are mad. 8 Babylon is suddenly fallen and destroyed: howl for her; take balm for her pain, if so be she may be healed. 9 We would have healed Babylon, but she is not healed: forsake her, and let us go every one into his own country: for her judgment reacheth unto heaven, and is lifted up even to the skies. 10 The Lord hath brought forth our righteous- ness: come, and let us declare in Zion the work of the Lord our God. 11 Make bright the arrows; gather the shields: the Lord hath raised up the spirit of the kings of the Medes: for his device is against Babylon, to destroy it; because it is the vengeance of the Lord, the vengeance of his temple. 12 Set up the standard upon the walls of Baby- lon, make the watch strong, set up the watch- men, prepare the ambushes: for the Lord hath both devised and done that which he spake against the inhabitants of Babylon. 13 O thou that dwellest upon many waters, abundant in treasures, thine end is come, and the measure of thy covetousness. 14 The Lord of hosts hath sworn by himself, saying, Surely I will fill thee with men, as with caterpillers; and they shall lift up a shout against thee. 15 He hath made the earth by his power, he hath established the world by his wisdom, and hath stretched out the heaven by his under- standing. 16 When he uttereth his voice, there is a mufti- tude of waters in the heavens; and he causeth the vapours to ascend from the ends of the earth: he maketh lightnings with rain, and bringeth forth the wind out of his treasures. 17 Every man is brutish by his knowledge; every founder is confounded by the graven image: for his molten image is falsehood, and there is no breath in them. . 18 They are vanity, the work of errors: in the time of their visitation they shall perish. 19 The portion of Jacob is not like them; for he is the former cf all things: and Israel is the rod of his inheritance: the Lord of hosts is his name. 20 Thou art my battle ax and weapons of war: for with thee will I break in pieces the nations, and with thee will I destroy kingdoms; 21 And with thee will I break in pieces the horse and his rider; and with thee will I break in pieces the chariot and his rider; 22 With thee also will I break in pieces man and woman ; and with thee will I break in pieces old and young; and with thee will I break in pieces the young man and the maid; 23 I will also break in pieces with thee the shepherd and his flock ; and with thee will I break in pieces the husbandman and his yoke of oxen; and with thee will I break in pieces captains and rulers. 24 And I will render unto Babylon and to all the inhabitants of Chaldea all their evil that they have done in Zion in your sight, saith the Lord. 25 Behold, I am against thee, O destroying mountain, saith the Lord, which destroyest all the earth : and I will stretch out mine hand upon thee, and roll thee down from the rocks, and will make thee a burnt mountain. 26 And they shall not take of thee a stone for a corner, nor a stone for foundations; but thou shalt be desolate for ever, saith the Lord. 27 Set ye up a standard in the land, blow the trumpet among the nations, prepare the nations against her, call together against her the king- doms of Ararat, Minni, and Ashchenaz; appoint a captain against her; cause the horses to come up as the rough caterpillers. 28 Prepare against her the nations with the kings of the Medes, the captains thereof, and all the rulers thereof, and all the land of his do- minion. 29 And the land shall tremble and sorrow: for 36a 568 God's severe Judgment JEREMIAH, LI. (51) against Babylon. every purpose of the Lord shall be performed against Babylon, to make the land of Babylon a desolation without an inhabitant. 30 The mighty men of Babylon have forborn to fight, they have remained in their holds: their might hath failed; they became as women: they have burned her dwellingplaces; her bars'ar*; broken. 31 One post shall run to meet another, and one messenger to meet another, to shew the king of Babylon that his city is taken at one end, 32 And that the passages are stopped, and the reeds they have burned with fire, and the men of war are affrighted. 33 For thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel ; The daughter of Babylon is like a thresh- ingfloor, it is time to thresh her: yet a little while, and the time of her harvest shall come. 34 Nebuchadrezzar the king of Babylon hath devoured me, he hath crushed me, he hath made me an empty vessel, he hath swallowed me up like a dragon, he hath filled his belly with my delicates, he hath cast me out: 35 The violence done to me and to my flesh be upon Babylon, shall the inhabitant of Zion say; and my blood upon the inhabitants of Chaldea, shall Jerusalem say. 36 Therefore thus saith the Lord; Behold, I will plead thy cause, and take vengeance for thee; and I will dry up her sea, and make her springs dry. 37 And Babylon shall become heaps, a dwell- ingplace for dragons, an astonishment, and an hissing, without an inhabitant. 38 They shall roar together like lions: they shall yell as lions' whelps. 39 In their heat I will make their feasts, and I will make them drunken, that they may rejoice, and sleep a perpetual sleep, and not wake, saith the Lord. 40 I will bring them down like lambs to the slaughter, like rams with he goats. 41 How is Sheshach taken! and how is the praise of the whole earth surprised! how is Baby- lon become an astonishment among the nations! 42 The sea is come up upon Babylon: she is covered with the multitude of the waves thereof. 43 Her cities are a desolation, a dry land, and a wilderness, a land wherein no man dwelleth, neither doth any son of man pass thereby. 44 And I will punish Bel in Babylon, and I will bring forth out of his mouth that 'which he hath swallowed up: and the nations shall not flow to- gether any more unto him : yea, the wall of Baby- lon shall fall. 45 My people, go ye out of the midst of her, and deliver ye every man his soul from the fierce anger of the Lord. 46 And lest your heart faint, and ye fear for the rumour that shall be heard in the land; a rumour shall both come one year, and after that in another year shall come a rumour and violence in the land, ruler against ruler. 47 Therefore, behold, the days come, that I will do judgment upon the graven images of Babylon: and her whole land shall be confounded, and all her slain shall fall in the midst of her. 48 Then the heaven and the earth, and all that is therein, shall sing for Babylon: for the spoilers shall come unto her from the north, saith the; Lord. 49 As Babylon hath caused the'slain of Israel to fall, so 'at Babylon shall fall the slain of all the earth. 50 Ye that have escaped the sword, go away, stand not still : remember the Lord afar off, and ■let Jerusalem come into your mind. 51 We are confounded, because we have heard reproach: shame hath covered our faces: for strangers are come into the sanctuaries of the Lord's house. 52 Wherefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that I will do judgment upon her graven images: and through all her land the wounded shall groan. 53 Though Babylon should mount up to heaven, aud though she should fortify the height of her strength, yet from me shall spoilers come unto her, saith the Lord. 54 A sound of a cry cometh from Babylon, and great destruction from the land of the Chaldeans: 55 Because the Lord hath spoiled Babylon, and destroyed out of her the great voice; when her waves do roar like great waters, a noise of their voice is uttered: 56 Because the spoiler is come upon her, even upon Babylon, and her mighty men are taken, every one of their bows is broken: for the Lord God of recompences shall surely requite. 57 And I will make drunk her princes, and her wise men, her captains, and her rulers, and her mighty men : and they shall sleep a perpetual sleep, and not wake, saith the King, whose name is the Lord of hosts. 58 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; The broad walls of Babylon shall be utterly broken, and her high gates shall be burned with fire; and the people shall labour in vain, and the folk in the fire, and they shall be weary. 59 The word which Jeremiah the prophet com- manded Seraiah the son of Neriah, the son of Maaseiah, when he went with Zedekiah the king of Judah into Babylon in the fourth year of his reign. And this Seraiah was a quiet prince. 60 So Jeremiah wrote in a book all the evil that should come upon Babylon, even all these words that are written against Babylon. 61 And Jeremiah said to Seraiah, When thou comest to Babylon, and shalt see, and shalt read all these words; 62 Then shalt thou say, O Lord, thou hast spoken against this place, to cut it off, that none shall remain in it, neither man nor beast, but that it shall be desolate for ever. 63 Aud it shall be, when thou hast made an end of reading this book, that thou shalt bind a stone to it, and cast it into the midst of Eu- phrates: 669 Jerusalem is spoiled, and 64 And thou shalt say, Thus shall Babylon sink, and shall not rise from the evil that 1 will bring upon her: and they shall be weary. Thus far are the words of J eremiah. CHAPTER LII. (52) 1 Zedekiah rebelleth. 4 Jerusalem is beseiged and taken. 8 Zedekiak's sons killed, and his own eyes put out. 12 Nebuzar-adan burnetii and spoileth the city. 24 He carrietk away the captives. 31 Evil-merodaoh advanceth Jehoiachin. . ZEDEKIAH was one and twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Hamutal the daughter of Jeremiah of Libnah. 2 And he did that which was evil in the eyes of the Lord, according to all that Jehoiakim had done. 3 For through the anger of the Lord it came to pass in Jerusalem and Judah, till he had cast them out from his presence, that Zedekiah re- belled against the king of Babylon. 4 And it came to pass in the ninth year of his reign, in the tenth month, in the tenth day of the month, that Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon came, he and all his army, against Jerusalem, and pitched against it, and built forts against it round about. 5 So the city was besieged unto< the eleventh year of king Zedekiah. 6 And in the fourth month, in the ninth day of the month, the famine was sore in the city, so that there was no bread for the people of the land. 7 Then the city was broken up, and all the men of war fled, and went forth out of the city by night by the way of the gate between the two walls, which was by the king's garden; (now the Chaldeans were by the city round about:) and they went by the way of the plain. 8 But the army of the Chaldeans pursued after the king, and overtook Zedekiah in the plains of Jericho; and all his army was scattered from him. 9 Then they took the king, and carried him up unto the king of Babylon to Riblah in the land of Hamath; where he gave judgment upon him. 10 And the king of Babylon slew the sons of Zedekiah before his eyes: he slew also all the princes of Judah in Riblah. 11 Then he put out the eyes of Zedekiah ; and the king of Babylon bound him in chains, and car- ried him to Babylon, and put him in prison till the day of his death. 12 Now in the fifth month, in the tenth day of the month, which was the nineteenth year of Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon, came Nebuzar adan, captain of the guard, which served the king of Babylon, into Jerusalem, 13 And burned the house of the Lord, and the king's house; and all the houses of Jerusalem, and all the houses of the great men, burned he with fire: 14 And all the army of the Chaldeans, that were with the captain of the guard, brake down all the walls of Jerusalem round about. JEREMIAH, LII. (52) Judah carried away captive., 15 Then Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard carried away captive certain of the poor of the people, and the residue of the people that re- mained in the city, and those that fell away, that fell to the king of Babylon, and the rest of the multitude. . 16 But Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard left certain of the poor of the land for* vinedressers and for husbandmen. 17 Also the pillars of brass that were in the house of the Lord, and the bases, and the brasen sea that was in the house of the Lord, the Chal- deans brake, and carried all the brass of them to Babylon. 18 The caldrons also, and the shovels, and the snuffers, and the bowls, and the spoons, and all the vessels of brass wherewith they ministered, took they away. 19 And the basons, and the firepans, and the bowls, and the caldrons, and the candlesticks, and the spoons, and the cups; that which was of gold in gold, and that which was of silver in silver, took the captain of the guard away. 20 The two pillars, one sea, and twelve brasen bulls that were under the bases, which king Solo- mon had made in the houseof the Lord: the brass of all these vessels was without weight. 21 And concerning the pillars, the height of one pillar was eighteen cubits; and a fillet of twelve cubits did compass it; and the thickness thereof was four fingers: it was hollow. 22 And a chapiter of brass was upon it; and the height of one chapiter was five cubits, with network and pomegranates upon the chapiters round about, all of brass. The second pillar also and the pomegranates were like unto these. 23 And there were ninety and six pomegran- ates on a side ; and all the pomegranates upon the network were an hundred round about. 24 And the captain of the guard took Seraiah the chief priest, and Zephaniah the second priest, and the three keepers of the door: 25 He took also out of the city an eunuch, which had the charge of the men of war; and seven men of them that were near the king's person, which were found in the city; and the principal scribe of the host, who mustered the people of the land; and threescore men of the people of the land, that were found in the midst of the city. 26 So Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard took them, and brought them to the king of Baby- lon to Riblah. 27 And the king of Babylon smote them, and put them to death in Riblah in the land of Ha- math. Thus Judah was carried away captive out of his own land. 28 This is the people whom Nebuchadrezzar carried away captive: in the seventh year three thousand Jews and three and twenty: 29 In the eighteenth year of Nebuchadrezzar he carried away captive from Jerusalem eight hundred thirty and two persons: 30 In the three and twentieth year of Nebu- chadrezzar Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard 670 o m o o a l>j +J i— « a o a a +-> <1> ft co n art £ c3 ts o a £ a UJ o a o ■- 0) a 0} — C° rf ■^ a .a§2 f 2 ra QQ „■* ^ BIOS O O 3 ^: a En d ft^J "G » S 3 OHs GS.S g rt .a 53 -m +» p Sag o ST., ft.S I*, 10 o s £ E -1 .M H OJo a o "£.a ^ The miserable estate LAMENTATIONS, I. (1) of Jerusalem. carried away captive of the Jews seven hundred forty and five persons: all the persons were four thousand and six hundred. 31 And it came to pass in the seven and thirtieth year of the captivity of Jehoiachin king of Judah, in the twelfth month, in the five and twentieth day of the month, that Evil-merodach king of Babylon in the first year of his reign lifted up the head of Jehoiachin king of Judah, and brought him forth out of prison, 32 And spake kindly unto him, and set his throne above the throne of the kings that were with him in Babylon, 33 And changed his prison garments: and he did continually eat bread before him all the days of his life. 34 And for his diet, there was a continual diet given him of the king of Babylon, every day a por- tion until the day cf his death, all the davs of his life. . The Lamentations of Jeremiah. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The miserable estate of Jerusalem by reason of her sin. 12 She complaineth of her grief, 18 and confess- eth God's judgment to be righteous. HOW doth the city sit solitary, that was full of people! how is she become as a widow! she that was great among the nations, and princess among the provinces, how is she become tributary! 2 She weepeth sore in the night, and her tears are on her cheeks: among all her lovers she hath none to comfort her: all her friends have dealt treacherously with her, they are become her enemies. 3 Judah is gone into captivity because of afflic- tion, and because of great servitude: she dwelleth among, the heathen, she findeth no rest : all her persecutors overtook her between the straits. 4 The ways of Zion do mourn, because none come to the solemn feasts : all her gates are deso- late: her priests sigh, her virgins are afflicted, and she is in bitterness. 5 Her adversaries are the chief, her enemies prosper; for the Lord hath afflicted her for the multitude of her transgressions: her children are gone into captivity before the enemy. 6 And from the daughter of Zion all her beauty is departed: her princes are become like harts that find no pasture, and they are gone without strength before the pursuer. 7 Jerusalem remembered in the days of her affliction and of her miseries all her pleasant things that she had in the days of old, when her people fell into the hand of the enemy, and none did help her: the adversaries saw her, and did mock at her sabbaths. 8 Jerusalem hath grievously sinned; therefore she is removed: all that honoured her despise her, because they have seen her nakedness: yea, she sigheth, and turneth backward. 9 Her filthiness is in her skirts; she remem- bereth not her last end; therefore she came down wonderfully; she had no comforter. O Lord, be- hold my affliction: for the enemy hath magnified himself. 10 The adversary hath spread out his hand upon all her pleasant things: for she hath seen that the heathen entered into her sanctuary, whom thou didst command that they should not enter into thy congregation. 11 All her people sigh, they seek bread; they have given their pleasant things for meat to re- lieve the soul: see, O Lord, and consider; for I am become vile. 12 Is it nothing to you, all ye that pass by? be- hold, and see if there be any sorrow like unto my sorrow, which is done unto me, wherewith the Lord hath afflicted me in the day of his fierce anger. 13 From above hath he sent fire into my bones, and it prevaileth against them : he hath spread a net for my feet, he hath turned me back: he hath made me desolate and faint all the day. 14 The yoke of my transgressions is bound by his hand: they are wreathed, and come up upon my neck: he hath made my strength to fall, the Lord hath delivered me into their hands, from whom I am not able to rise up. 15 The Lord hath trodden under foot all my mighty men in the midst of me : he hath called an assembly against me to crush my young men: the Lord hath trodden the virgin, the daughter of Ju- dah, as in a winepress. 16 For these things I weep ; mine eye, mine eye runneth down with' water, because the comforter that should relieve my soul is far from me: my children are desolate, because the enemy pre- vailed. 17 Zion spreadeth forth her hands, and there is none to comfort her: the Lord hath commanded concerning Jacob, that his adversaries should be round about him: Jerusalem is as a menstruous woman among them. 18 The Lord is righteous; for I have rebelled against his commandment: hear, I pray you, all people, and behold my sorrow: my virgins and my young men are gone into captivity. 19 I called for my lovers', but they deceived me : my priests and mine elders gave up the ghost in the city, while they sought their meat to relieve their souls. 20 Behold, O Lord; for I am in distress: my bowels are troubled: mine heart is turned within me; for I have grievously rebelled: abroad the sword bereaveth, at home there is as death. 21 They have heard that I sigh: there is none to comfort me: all mine enemies have heard of my trouble; they are glad that thou hast done it: thou wilt bring the day that thou hast called, and thev shall be like unto me. 671 I Jeremiah lamenteth LAMENTATIONS, II. (2) the misery of Jerusalem. 22 Let all their wickedness come before thee; and do unto them, as thou hast done unto me for all my transgressions: for my sighs are many, and my heart is faint. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Jeremiah lamenteth the misery of Jerusalem. 20 He con'plaiueth thereof to God. HOW hath the Lord covered the daughter of Zion with a. cloud in his anger, and cast down from heaven unto the earth the beauty of Israel, and remembered not his footstool in the day of his anger! 2 The Lord hath swallowed up all the habita- tions of Jacob, and hath not pitied: he hath thrown down in his wrath the strong holds of the daughter of Judah; he hath brought them down to the ground: he hath polluted the kingdom and the princes thereof. ' 3 He hath cut off in his fierce anger all the horn of Israel : he hath drawn back his right hand from before the enemj-, and he burned against Jacob like a flaming fire, which devoureth round about. 4 He hath bent his bow like an enemy: he stood with his right hand as an adversary, and slew all that were pleasant to the eye in the taber- nacle of the daughter of Zion: he poured out his fury like fire. 5 The Lord was as an enemy: he hath swal- lowed up Israel, he hath swallowed up all her palaces: he hath destroyed his strong holds, and hath increased in the daughter of Judah mourn- ing and lamentation. 6 And he hath violently taken away his taber- nacle, as if it were of a garden: he hath destroyed his places of the assembly: the Lord hath caused the solemn feasts and sabbaths to be forgotten in Zion, and hath despised in the indignation of his anger the king and the priest. 7 The Lord hath cast off his altar, he hath ab- horred his sanctuary, he hath given up into the hand of the enemy the walls of her palaces; they have made a noise in the house of the Lord, as in the day of a solemn feast. 8 The Lord hath purposed to destroy the wall of the daughter of Zion : he hath stretched out a line, he hath not withdrawn his hand from de- stroying: therefore he made the rampart and the wall to lament; they languished together. 9 Her gates are sunk into the ground ; he hath destroyed and broken her bars: her king and her princes are among the Gentiles: the law is no more; her prophets also find no vision from the Lord. 10 The elders of the daughter of Zion sit upon the ground, and keep silence: they have cast up dust upon their heads; they have girded them- selves with sackcloth: the virgins of Jerusalem hang down their heads to the ground. 11 Mine eyes do fail with tears, my bowels are troubled, my liver is poured upon the earth, for the destruction of the daughter of my people: be- cause the children and the sucklings swoon in the streets of the city. ; 12 They say to their mothers, Where is corn and wine? when they swooned as the wounded in the streets of the city, when their soul was poured out into their mothers' bosom. 13 What thing sliall I take to witness for thee? what thing shall I liken to thee, O daughter of Jerusalem? what shall I equal to thee, that I may comfort thee, O virgin daughter of Zion? for thy breach is great like the sea : who can heal thee? 14 Thy prophets have seen vain and foolish things for thee: and they have not discovered thine iniquity, to turn away thy captivity; but have seen for thee false burdens and causes of banishment. 15 All that pass by clap their hands at thee; they hiss and' wag their head at the daughter of Jerusalem, saying, Is this the city that men call The perfection of beauty, The joy of the whole earth? 16 All thine enemies have opened their mouth against thee: they hiss and gnash the teeth: they say, We have swallowed her up: certainly this is the day that we looked for; we have found, we have seen it. 17 The Ix>rd hath done that which he had de- vised; he hath fulfilled his word that he had com- manded in the days of old : he hath thrown down, and hath not pitied: and he hath caused thine enemy to rejoice over thee, he hath set up the horn of thine adversaries. 18 Their heart cried unto the Lord, O wall of the daughter of Zion, let tears run down like a river day and night; give thyself no rest; let not the apple of thine eye cease. 19 Arise, cry out in the night : in the beginning of the watches pour out thine heart like water before the face of the Lord : lift up thy hands to- ward him for the life of thy young children, that faint for hunger in the top of every street. 20 Behold, O Lord, and consider to whom thou hast done this. Shall the women eat their fruit, and children of a span long? shall the priest and the prophet be slain in the sanctuary of the Lord? 21 The young and the old lie on the ground in the streets: my virgins and my young men are fallen by the sword; thou hast slain them in the day of thine anger; thou hast killed, and not pitied. 22 Thou hast called as in a solemn day my ter- rors round about, so that in the day of the Lord's anger none escaped nor remained: those that I have swaddled and brought up hath mine enemy consumed. CHAPTER ni. (3) 1 The faithful bewail their calamities. 22 By the mer- cies of God they nourish their hope. 37 They acknowl- edge Sod's justice. 55 They pray for deliverance, 64 and vengeance on their enemies. I AM the man that hath seen affliction by the rod of his wrath. 2 He hath led me, and brought me into dark- ness, but not into light. 3 Surely against me is he turned: he turneth his hand against me all the day. 572 The faithful bewail LAMENTATIONS, IV. (4) their calamities. 4 My flesh and my skin hath he made old; he hath broken my bones. 5 He hath builded against me, and compassed me with gall and travel. 6 He hath set me in dark places, as they that be dead of old. 7 He hath hedged me about, that I cannot get out: he hath made my chain heavy. 8 Also when I cry and shout, he shutteth out my prayer. 9 He hath inclosed my ways with hewn stone, he hath made my paths crooked. 10 He was unto me as a bear lying in wait, and as a lion in secret places. 11 He hath turned aside my ways, and pulled me in pieces: he hath made me desolate. 12 He hath bent his bow, and set me as a mark for the arrow. 13 He hath caused the arrows of his quiver to enter into my reins. 14 I was a derision to all my people; and their song all the day. 15 He hath filled me with bitterness, he hath made me drunken with wormwood. 16 He hath also broken my teeth with gravel stones, he hath covered me with ashes. 17 And thou hast removed my soul far off from peace : I f orgat prosperity. 18 And I said, My strength and my hope is per- ished from the Lord: 19 Eemembering mine affliction and my misers', the wormwood and the gall. 20 My soul hath them still in remembrance, and is humbled in me. 21 This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. 22 It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. 23 They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. 24 The Lord is my portion, saith my soul ; there- fore will I hope in him. 25 The Lord is good unto them that wait for him, to the soul that seeketh him. 20 It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord. 27 It is good for a man that he bear the yoke in his youth. 28 He sitteth alone and keepeth silence, be^ cause he hath borne it upon him. 29 He putteth his mouth in the dust; if so be there may be hope. 30 He giveth his cheek to him that smiteth him : he is filled full with reproach. 31 For the Lord will not cast off for ever: 32 But though he cause grief, yet will he have compassion according to the multitude of his mercies. 33 For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men. 34 To crush under his feet all the prisoners of the earth, 35 To turn aside the right of a man before the face of the most High, oG To subvert a man in his cause, the Lord ap- proveth not. 37 Who is he that saith, and it cometh to pass, when the Lord commandeth it not? 38 Out of the mouth of the most High pro- ceedeth not evil and good? 39 Wherefore doth a living man complain, a man for the punishment of his sins? 40 Let us search and try our ways, and turn again to the Lord. 41 Let us lift up our heart with our hands unto God in the heavens. 42 We have transgressed and have rebelled: thou hast not pardoned. 43 Thou hast covered with anger, and perse- cuted us: thou hast slain, thou hast not pitied. 44 Thou hast covered thyself with a cloud, that our prayer should not pass through. 45 Thou hast made us as the offscouring and refuse in the midst of the people. 40 All our enemies have opened their mouths against us. 47 Fear and a snare is come upon us, desola- tion and destruction. 48 Mine eye runneth down with rivers of water for the destruction of the daughter of my people. 49 Mine eye trickleth down, and ceaseth not, without any intermission, 50 Till the Lord look down, and behold from heaven. 51 Mine eye affecteth mine heart because of all the daughters of my city. 52 Mine enemies chased me sore, like a bird, without cause. 53 They have cut off my life in the dungeon, and cast a stone upon me. 54 Waters flowed over mine head; then I said, I am cut off. 55 I called upon thy name, O Lord, out of the low dungeon. 56 Thou hast heard my voice: hide not thine ear at my breathing, at my cry. 57 Thou drewest near in the day that I called upon thee: thou saidst, Fear not. 58 O Lord, thou hast pleaded the causes of my soul; thou hast redeemed my life. 59 O Lord, thou hast seen my wrong: judge thou my cause. 60 Thou hast seen all their vengeance and all their imaginations against me. 61 Thou hast heard their reproach, O Lord, and all their imaginations against me; 62 The lips of those that rose up against me, and their device against me all the day. 63 Behold their sitting down, and their rising up; I am their musick. 64 Bender unto them a recompence, O Lord, according to the work of their hands. 65 Give them sorrow of heart, thy curse unto them. 66 Persecute and destroy them in anger from under the heavens of the Lord. CHAPTEB TV. (4) 1 Zion bewaileth her pitiful estate. 13 She confessetn 673 Zion bewaileth LAMENTATIONS, V. (5) her pitiful estate. her sins. 21 Edoin is threatened. 22 Zion is com- forted. HOW is the gold become dim ! how is the most fine gold changed ! the stones of the sanctu- ary are poured out in the top of every street. 2 The precious sons of Zion, comparable to fine gold, how are they esteemed as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the potter T 3 Even the sea monsters draw out the breast, they give suck to their young ones: the daughter of my people is become cruel, like the ostriches in the wilderness. 4 The tongue of the sucking child cleaveth to the roof of his mouth for thirst: the young chil- dren ask bread, and no man breaketh it unto them. 5 They that did feed delicately are desolate in the streets: they that were brought up in scarlet embrace dunghills). 6 For the punishment of the iniquity of the daughter of my people is greater than the punish- ment of the sin of Sodom, that was overthrown as in a moment, and no hands stayed on her. 7 Her Nazarites were purer than snow, they were whiter than milk, they were more ruddy in body than rubies, their polishing was of sapphire: 8 Their visage is blacker than a coal ; they are not known in the streets: their skin cleaveth to their bones; it is withered, it is become like a stick. 9 They that be slain with the sword are better than they that be slain with hunger: for these pine away, stricken through for want of the fruits of the field. 10 The hands of the pitiful women have sodden their own children : they were their meat in the destruction of the daughter of my people. 11 The Lord hath accomplished his fury; he hath poured out his fierce anger, and hath kindled a fire in Zion, and it hath devoured the founda- tions thereof. 12 The kings of the earth, and all the inhabit- ants of the world, would not have believed that the adversary and the enemy should have entered into the gates of Jerusalem. 13 For the sins of her prophets, and the in- iquities of her priests, that have shed the blood of the just in the midst of her, 14 They have wandered as blind men in the streets, they have polluted themselves with blood, so that men could not touch their garments. 15 They cried unto them, Depart ye; it is un- clean; depart, depart, touch not: when they fled away and wandered, they said among the heathen, They shall no more sojourn there. 16 The anger of the Lord hath divided them; he will no more regard them: they respected not the persons of the priests, they favoured not the elders. 17 As for us, our eyes as yet failed for our vain help: in our watching we have watched for a nation that could not save us. 18 They hunt our steps, that we cannot go in our streets : our end is near, our days are fulfilled ; for our end is come. 19 Our persecutors are swifter than the eagles of the heaven : they pursued us upon the mount- ains, they laid wait for us in th« wilderness. 20 The breath of our nostrils, the anointed of the Lord, was taken in their pits, of whom we said, Under his shadow we shall live among the heathen. 21 Rejoice and be glad, O daughter of Edom, that dwellest in the land of Uz; the cup also shall pass through unto thee: thou shalt be drunken, and shalt make thyself naked. 22 The punishment of thine iniquity is accom- plished, O daughter of Zion ; he will no more carry thee away into captivity: he will visit thine in- iquity, O daughter of Edom; he will discover thy sins. CHAPTER V. (5) A pitiful complaint of Zion in prayer unto God. REMEMBER, O Lord, what is come upon us: consider, and behold our reproach. 2 Our inheritance is turned to strangers, our houses to aliens. 3 We are orphans and fatherless, our mothers are as widows. 4 We have drunken our water for money; our wood is sold unto us. 5 Our necks are under persecution: we labour, and have no rest. 6 We have given the hand to the Egyptians, and to the Assyrians, to be satisfied with bread. 7 Our fathers have sinned, and are not; and we have borne their iniquities. 8 Servants have ruled over us: there is none that doth deliver us out of their hand. 9 We gat our bread with the peril of our lives because of the sword of the wilderness. 10 Our skin was black like an oven because of the terrible famine. 11 They ravished the women in Zion, and the maids in the cities of Judah. 12 Princes are hanged up by their hand: the faces of elders were not honoured. 13 They took the young men to grind, and the children fell under the wood. 14 The elders have ceased from the gate, the young men from their musick. 15 The joy of our heart is ceased ; our dance is turned into mourning. 16 The crown is fallen from our head : woe unto us, that we have sinned! 17 For this our heart is faint; for these things our eyes are dim. 18 Because of the mountain cf Zion, which is desolate, the foxes walk upon it. 19 Thou, O Lord, remainest for ever; thy throne from generation to generation. 20 Wherefore dost thou forget us for ever, and forsake us so long time? 21 Turn thou us unto thee, O Lord, and we shall be turned; renew our days as of old. 22 But thou hast utterly rejected us; thou art very wroth against us. 574 THE Book of the Prophet Ezekiel. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The time of Ezekiel's prophecy at Chebar. 4 His vis- ion of four eherubims, 15 of the four wheels, 26 and of the glory of God. "IVTOW it came to pass in the thirtieth year, in -L\ the fourth month, in the fifth day of the month, as I was among the captives by the river of Chebar, that the heavens were opened, and I saw visions of God. 2 In the fifth day of the month, which was the fifth year of king Jehoiachin's captivity, 3 The word of the Lord came expressly nnto Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the river Chebar; and the hand of the Lord was there upon him. 4 And I looked, and, behold, a whirlwind came out of the north, a great cloud, and a fire infold- ing itself, and a brightness was about it, and out of the midst thereof as the colour of amber, out of the midst of the fire. 5 Also out of the midst thereof came the like- ness of four living creatures. And this was their appearance; they had the likeness of a man. 6 And every one had four faces, and every one had four wings. 7 And their feet were straight feet; arid the sole of their feet was like the sole of a calf's foot: and they sparkled like the colour of burnished brass. 8 And they had the hands of a man under their wings on their four sides ; and they four had their faces and their wings. 9 Their wings were joined one to another; they turned not when they went ; they went every one straight forward. 10 As for the likeness of their faces, they four had the face of a man, and the face of a lion, on the right side: and they four had the face of an ox on the left side ; they four also had the face of an eagle. 11 Thus were their faces: and their wings were stretched upward; two wings of every one were joined one to another, and two covered their bodies. 12 And they went every one straight forward: whither the spirit was to go, they went; and they turned not when they went. 13 As for the likeness of the living creatures, their appearance was like burning coals of fire, and like the appearance of lamps: it went up and down among the living creatures; and the fire was bright, and out of the fire went forth lightning. 14 And the living creatures ran and returned as the appearance of a flash of lightning. 15 Now as I beheld the living creatures, behold one wheel upon the earth by the living creatures, with his four faces. 16 The appearance of the wheels and their work was like unto the colour of a beryl : and they four had one likeness: and their appearance and their work was as it were a wheel in the middle of a wheel. 17 When they went, they went upon their four sides: and they turned not when they went. 18 As for their rings, they were so high that they were dreadful; and their rings were full of eyes round about them four. 19 And when the living creatures went, the wheels went by them: and when the living creatures were lifted up from the earth, the wheels were lifted up. 20 Whithersoever the spirit was to go, they went, thither was their spirit to go; and the wheels were lifted up over against them: for the spirit of the living creature was in the wheels. 21 When those went, these went; and when those stood, these stood; and when those were lifted up from the earth, the wheels were lifted up over against them: for the spirit of the living creature was in the wheels. 22 And the likeness of the firmament upon the heads of the living creature was as the colour of the terrible crystal, stretched forth over their heads above. 23 And under the firmament were their wings straight, the one toward the other : every one had two, which covered on this side, and every one had two, which covered on that side, their bodies. 24 And when they went, I heard the noise of their wings, like the noise of great waters, as the voice of the Almighty, the voice of speech, as the noise of an host: when they stood, they let down their wings. 25 And there was a voice from the firmament that was over their heads, when they stood, and had let down their wings. 26 And above the firmament that was over their heads was the likeness of a throne, as the appearance of a sapphire stone: and upon the like- ness of the throne was the likeness as the appear- ance of a man above upon it. 27 And I saw as the colour of amber, as the appearance of fire round about within it, from the appearance of his loins even upward, and from the appearance of his loins even downward, I saw as it were the appearance of fire, and it had brightness round about. 28 As the appearance of the bow that is in the cloud in the day of rain, so was the appearance of the brightness round about. This was the ap- pearance of the likeness of the glory of the Lord. And when I saw it, I fell upon my face, and I heard a voice of one that spake. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Ezekiel's commission. 6 His instruction. 9 The roll of his heavy prophecy. 675 .Ezekiel eateth the roll. ezekiel; in. (3) The rule of prophecy. AND lie said unto me, Son of man, stand upon thy feet, and I will speak unto thee. 2 And the spirit entered into me when he spake unto me, and set me upor my feet, that I heard him that spake unto me. 3 And he said unto me, Son of man, I send thee to the children of Israel, to a rebellious nation that hath rebelled against me: they and their fathers have transgressed against me, even unto this very day. 4 For they are impudent children and stiff- hearted. I do send thee unto them; and thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God. 5 And they, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear, (for they are a rebellious house,) yet shall know that there hath been a prophet among them. 6 And thou, son of man, be not afraid of them, neither be afraid of their words, though briers and thorns be with thee, and thou dost dwell among scorpions: be not afraid of their words, nor be dismayed at their looks, though they be a re- bellious house. 7 And thou shalt speak my words unto them, whether they will hear, or whether they will for* bear: for they are most rebellious. 8 But thou, son of man, hear what I say unto thee; Be not thou rebellious like that rebellious house : open thy mouth, and ,eat that I give thee. 9 And when I looked, behold, an hand was sent unto me; and, lo, a roll of a book was therein; 10 And he spread it before me; and it was written within and without : and there was writ- ten therein lamentations, and mourning, and woe. CHAPTER III. (3) 1 Ezekiel eateth. the roll. 4 God eucourageth him. 15 God sheweth him the rule of prophecy. '2,2 God shut- teth and openeth the prophet's mouth. MOREOVER he said unto me, Son of man, eat that thou flndest ; eat this roll, and go speak unto the house of Israel. 2 So I opened my mouth, and he caused me to eat that roll. 3 And he said unto me, Son of man, cause thy belly to eat, and fill thy bowels with this roll that I give thee. Then did I eat it ; and it was in my mouth as honey for sweetness. 4 And he said unto me, Son of man, go, get thee unto the house of Israel, and speak with my words unto them. 5 For thou art not sent to a people of a strange speech and of an hard language, but to the house of Israel; 6 Not to many people of a strange speech and of an hard language, whose words thou canst not understand. Surely, had I sent thee to them, they would have hearkened unto thee. 7 But the house of Israel will not hearken unto thee; for they will not hearken unto me: for all the house of Israel are impudent and hardhearted. 8 Behold, I have made thy face strong against their faces, and thy forehead strong against their foreheads. 9 As an adamant harder than flint have I made thy forehead: fear them not, neither be dismayed at their looks, though they be a rebellious house. 10 Moreover he said unto me, Son of man, all my words that I shall speak unto thee receive in thine heart, and hear with thine ears. 11 And go, get thee to them of the captivity, unto the children of thy people, and speak unto them, and tell them, Thus saith the Lord God; whether they will hear, or whether they will for- bear. 12 Then the spirit took me up, and I heard be- hind me a voice of a great rushing, saying, Blessed be the glory of the Lord from his place. 13 I heard also the noise of the wings of the living creatures that touched one another, and the noise of the wheels over against them, and a noise of a great rushing. 14 So the spirit lifted me up, and took me away, and I went in bitterness, in the heat of my spirit; but the hand of the Lord was strong upon me. 15 Then I came to them of the captivity at Tel- abib, that dwelt by the river of Chebar, and I sat where they sat, and remained there astonished among them seven days. 16 And it came to pass at the end of seven days, that the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 17 Son of man, I have made thee a watchman unto the house of Israel : therefore hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me. 18 When I say unto the wicked, Thou shalt surely die ; and thou givest him not warning, nor speakest to warn the wicked from his wicked way, to save his life ; the same wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at thine hand. 19 Yet if thou warn the wicked, and he turn not from his wickedness, nor from his wicked way, he shall die in his iniquity; but thou hast de- livered thy soul. 20 Again, When a righteous man doth turn from his righteousness, and commit iniquity, and I lay a stumblingblock before him, he shall die: because thou hast not given him warning, he shall die in his sin, and his righteousness which he hath done shall not be remembered ; but his blood will I require at thine hand. 21 Nevertheless if thou warn the righteous man, that the righteous sin not, and he doth not sin, he shall surely live, because he is warned; also thou hast delivered thy soul.. 22 And the hand of the Lord was there upon me ; and he said unto me, Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there talk with thee. 23 Then I arose, and went forth into the plain: and, behold, the glory of the Lord stood there, as the glory which I saw by the river of Chebar: and I fell on my face. 24 Then the spirit entered into me, and set me upon my feet, and spake with me, and said unto me, Go, shut thyself within thine house. 25 But thou, O son of man, behold, they shall put bands upon thee, and shall bind thee with them, and thou shalt not go out among them: 576 The type of a siege, and EZEKIEL, IY. (4) of the prophet's hair. 26 And I will make thy tongue cleave to the roof of thy mouth, that thou shalt be dumb, and shalt not be to them a reprover: for they are a rebellious house. 27 But when I speak with thee, I will open thy mouth, and thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God; He that heareth, let him hear; and he that forbeareth, let him forbear: for they are a rebellious house. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Under the type of a siege is shewed the time from the defection of Jeroboam to the captivity. 9 By the pro- vision of the siege, is shewed the hardness of the famine. THOU also, son of man, take thee a tile, and lay it before thee, and pourtray upon it the city, even Jerusalem: 2 And lay siege against it, and build a fort against it, and cast a mount against it; set the camp also against it, and set battering rams against it round about. 3 Moreover take thou unto thee an iron pan, and set it for a wall of iron between thee and the city : and set thy face against it, and it shall be besieged, and thou shalt lay siege against it. This shall be a sign to the house of Israel. 4 Lie thou also upon thy left side, and lay the iniquity of the house of Israel upon it: according to the number of the days that thou shalt lie upon it thou shalt bear their iniquity. 5 For I have laid upon thee the years of their iniquity, according to the number of the days, three hundred and ninety days: so shalt thou bear the iniquity of the house" of Israel. 6 And when thou hast accomplished them, lie again on thy right side, and thou shalt bear the iniquity of the house of Judah forty days: I have appointed thee each day for a year.' _ 7 Therefore thou shalt set thy face toward the siege of Jerusalem, and thine arm shall be un- covered, and thou shalt prophesy against it. 8 And, behold, I will lay bands upon thee, and thou shalt not turn thee from one side to another, till thou hast ended the days of thy siege. 9 Take thou also unto thee wheat, and barley, and beans, and lentiles, and millet, and fitches, and put them in one vessel, and make thee bread thereof, according to the number of the days that thou shalt lie upon thy side, three hundred and ninety days shalt thou eat thereof. 10 And thy meat which "thou shalt eat shall be by weight, twenty shekels a dav: from time to time shalt thou eat it. 11 Thou shalt drink also water by measure, the sixth part of an hin : from time to time shalt thou drink. 12 And thou shalt eat it as barley cakes, and thou shalt bake it with dung that cometh out of man, in their sight. 13 And the Lord said, Even thus shall the chil- dren of Israel eat their defiled bread among the Gentiles, whither I will drive them. 14 Then said I, Ah Lord God! behold, mv soul hath not been polluted: for from my youth up even till now have I not eaten of that which dieth of itself, or is torn in pieces; neither came there abominable flesh into my mouth. 15 Then he said unto me, Lo, I have given thee cow's dung for man's dung, and thou shalt pre- pare thy bread therewith. 16 Moreover he said unto me, Son of man, be- hold, I will break the staff of bread in Jerusalem: and they shall eat bread by weight, and with care; and they shall drink water by measure, and with astonishment: 17 That they may want bread and water, and be astonied one with another, and consume away for their iniquity. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Under the type of hair, 5 is shewed the judgment of Jerusalem for their rebellion, 12 by famine, sword, and dispersion. A !ND thou, son of man, take thee a sharp knife, - 0) © +-» tn -t- o 'a 0> .Q & 6 ea t- b. a to o to lar O 4) -M 03 ■ h-l 0) > 8 S, "Si to u a "5 p a 03 3 a> « o ° a H g M 03 p b,b 03 O [h a a o3 cs h?- OJ © 3 4> cl> Kggo^ft 0).J5 03 h-l 3 S-i o> o h-i B o *j o> a i— i >H q - a S'S p p O * o • M -H-B H f£J 03 03 pqft &to2 £ o^ 0) H rB ■ 60. " ~ p ° — "S ■< « - 3 « « "gB^^s ^ £ O p 01 o3 0) 2 Isro,eV s judgment for idolatry. EZEKIEL, VI. (6) Final desolation of Israel. neither shall mine eye spare, neither will I have any pity. 12 A thh'd part of thee shall die with the pestil- ence, and with famine shall they be consumed in the midst of thee: and a third part shall fall by the sword round about thee ; and I will scatter a third part into all the winds, and I will draw out a sword after them. 13 Thus shall mine anger be accomplished, and I will cause my fury to rest upon them, and I will be comforted: and they shall know that I the Lord have spoken it in my zeal, when I have ac- complished my fury in them. 14 Moreover I will make thee waste, and a re- proach among the nations that are round about thee, in the sight of all that pass by. 15 So it shall be a reproach and a taunt, an in- struction and an astonishment unto the nations that are round about thee, when I shall execute judgments in thee in anger and in fury and in furious rebukes. I the Lord have spoken it. 16 When I shall send upon them the evil ar- rows of famine, which shall be for their destruc- tion, and which I will send to destroy you: and I will increase the famine upon you, and will break your staff of bread: 17 So will I send upon you famine and evil beasts, and they shall bereave thee; and pestil- ence and blood shall pass through thee; and I will bring the sword upon thee. I the Lord have spoken it. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The judgment of Israel for their idolatry. 8 A rem- nant shall he blessed. 11 The faithful are exhorted to lament their calamities. AND the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, set thy face toward the mount- ains of Israel, and prophesy against them, 3 And say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord God; Thus saith the Lord God to the mountains, and to the hills, to the rivers, and to the valleys; Behold, I, even I, will bring a sword \ipon you. and I will destroy your high places. 4 And your altars shall be desolate, and your images shall be broken : and I will cast down your slain men before your idols. 5 And I will lay the dead carcases of the chil- dren of Israel before their idols; and I will scat- ter your bones round about your altars. 6 In all your dwellingplaces the cities shall be laid waste, and the high places shall be desolate; that your altars may be laid waste and made desolate, and your idols may be broken and cease, and your images may be ait down, and your works may be abolished. 7 And the slain shall fall in the midst of you, and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 8 Yet will I leave a remnant, that ye may have some that shall escape the sword among the nations, when ye shall be scattered through the countries. 9 And they that escape of you shall remember me among the nations whither they shall be car- ried captives, because I am broken with their whorish heart, which hath departed from me, and with their eyes, which go a whoring after their idols: and they shall lothe themselves for the evils which they have committed in all their abominations. 10 And they shall know, that I am the Lord, and that I have not said in vain that I would do this evil unto them. 11 Thus saith the Lord God ; Smite with thine hand, and stamp with thy foot, and say, Alas for all the evil abominations of the house of Israel! for they shall fall by the sword, by the famine, and by the pestilence. 12 He that is far off shall die of the pestilence; and he that is near shall fall by the sword; and he that remaineth and is besieged shall die by the famine: thus will I accomplish my fury upon them. 13 Then shall ye know that I am the Lord, when their slain men shall be among their idols round about their altars, upon every high hill, in all the tops of the mountains, and under every green tree, and under everv thick oak, the place where they did offer sweet savour to all their idols. 14 So will I stretch out my hand upon them, and make the land desolate, yea, more desolate than the wilderness toward Diblath, in all their habitations: and they shall know that I am the Lord. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 The final desolation of Israel. 1G The mournful re- pentance of them that escape. 20 The enemies defile the sanctuary because of the Israelites' abominations. 23 Under the type of a chain is shewed their miser- able captivity. MOREOVER the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Also, thou son of man, thus saith the Lord God unto the land of Israel; An end, the end is come upon the four corners of the land. 3 Now is the end come upon thee, and I will send mine anger upon thee, and will judge thee according to thy ways, and will recompense upon thee all thine abominations. 4 And mine eye shall not spare thee, neither will I have pity: but I will recompense thy ways upon thee, and thine abominations shall be in the midst of thee: and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 5 Thus saith the Lord God; An evil, an only evil, behold, is come. 6 An end is come, the end is come: it watcheth for thee; behold, it is come. 7 The morning is come unto thee, O thou that dwellest in the land: the time is come, the day of trouble is near, and not the sounding a^ain of the mountains. 8 Now will I shortly pour out my fury upon thee, and accomplish mine anger upon thee: and I will judge thee according to thy ways, and will recompense thee for all thine abominations. 678 The type of a chain. EZEKIEL, VIII. (8) The chambers of imagery. 9 And mine eye shall not spare, neither will I hare pity: I wiil recompense thee according to thy ways and thine abominations that are in the midst of thee;, and ye shall know that I am the Lord that smiteth. 10 Behold the day, behold, it is come: the morning is gone forth; the rod hath blossomed, pride hath budded. 11 Violence is risen up into a rod of wicked- ness: none of them shall remain, nor of their mul- titude, nor of any of their's : neither shall there be wailing for them. 12 The time is come, the day draweth near: let not the buyer rejoice, nor the seller mourn: for wrath is upon all the multitude thereof. 13 For the seller shall not return to that which is sold, although they were yet alive: for the vision is touching the whole multitude thereof, which shall not return ; neither shall any strengthen himself in the iniquity of his life. 14 They have blown the trumpet, even to make all ready; but none goeth to the battle: for my wrath is upon all the multitude thereof. 15 The sword is without, and the pestilence and the famine within : he that is in the field shall die with the sword; and he that is in the city, famine and pestilence shall devour him. 16 But they that escape of them shall escape, and shall be on the mountains like doves of tha valleys, all of them mourning, every one for his iniquity. 17 All hands shall be feeble, and all knees shall be weak as water. 18 They shall also gird themselves with sack- cloth, and horror shall cover them; and shame shall be upon all faces, and baldness upon all their heads. 19 They shall cast their silver in the streets, and their gold shall be removed: their silver and their gold shall not be able to deliver them in the day of the wrath of the Lord: they shall not satisfy their souls, neither fill their bowels: be- cause it is the stumblingblock of their iniquity. 20 As for the beauty of his ornament, he set it in majesty: but they made the images of their abominations and of their detestable things there- in : therefore have I set it far from them. 21 And I will give it into the hands of the strangers for a prey, and to the wicked of the earth for a spoil ; and they shall pollute it. 22 My face will I turn also from them, and they shall pollute my secret place: for the rob- bers shall enter into it, and defile it. 23 Fake a chain: for the land is full of bloody crimes, and the city is full of violence. 24 Wherefore I will bring the worst of the heathen, and they shall possess their houses: I will also make the pomp of the strong to cease; and their holy places shall be defiled. 25 Destruction cometh; and they shall seek peace, and there shall be none. 20 Mischief shall come upon mischief, and rumour shall be upon rumour; then shall they seek a vision of the prophet; but the law shall perish from the priests, and counsel from the ancients. 27 The king shall mourn, and the prince shall be clothed with desolation, and the hands of the people of the land shall be troubled: I will do unto them after their way, and according to their deserts will I judge them; and they shall know that I am the Lord. CHAPTER Vm. (8) 1 Ezekiel, in a vision of God at Jerusalem, 5 is shewed the image of jealousy, 7 the chambers of imagery, 13 the mourners for Tammuz,15 the worshippers towards the sun. 18 God's wrath for their idolatry. AND it came to pass in the sixth year, in the sixth month, in the fifth day of the month, as I sat in mine house, and the elders of Judah sat before me, that the hand of the Lord God fell there upon me. 2 Then I beheld, and lo a likeness as the ap- pearance of fire : from the appearance of his loins even downward, fire; and from his loins even up- ward, as the appearance of brightness, as the colour of amber. 3 And he put forth the form of an hand, and took me by a lock of mine head; and the spirit lifted me up between the earth and the heaven, and brought me in the visions of God to Jeru- salem, to the door of the inner gate that looketh toward the north; where was the seat of the image of jealousy, which provoketh to jealousy. 4 And, behold, the glory of the God of Israel was there, according to the vision that I saw in the plain. 5 Then said he unto me, Son of man, lift up thine eyes now the way toward the north. So I lifted up mine eyes the way toward the north, and behold northward at the gate of the altar this image of jealousy in the entry. 6 He said furthermore unto me, Son of man, seest thou what they do? even the great abomina- tions that the house of Israel committeth here, that I should go far off from my sanctuary? but turn thee yet again, and thou shalt see greater abominations. 7 And he brought me to the door of the court; and when I looked, behold a hole in the wall. 8 Then said he unto me, Son of man, dig now in the wall : and when I had digged in the wall, behold a door. 9 And he said unto me, Go in, and behold the wicked abominations that they do here. 10 So I went in and saw; and behold every form of creeping things, and abominable beasts, and all the idols of the house of Israel, pourtrayed upon the wall round about. 11 And there stood before them seventy men of the ancients of the house of Israel, and in the midst of them stood Jaazaniah the son of Shaphan, with every man his censer in his hand; and a thick cloud of incense went up. 12 Then said he unto me, Son of man, hast thou seen what the ancients of the house of Israel do in the dark, every man in the chambers of his 679 The marked preserved. EZEKIEL, IX. (9) Vision of coals of fire. imagery? for they say, The Lord seeth us not; the Lord hath forsaken the earth. 13 He said also unto me, Turn thee yet again, and thou shalt see greater abominations that they do. 14 Then he brought me to the door of the gate of the Lord's house which was toward the north; and, behold, there sat women weeping for Tam- muz. 15 Then said he unto me, Hast thou seen this, O son of man? turn thee yet again, and thou shalt see greater abominations than these. 16 And he brought me into the inner court of the Lord's house, and, behold, at the door of the temple of the Lord, between the porch and the altar, were about five and twenty men, with their backs toward the temple of the Lord, and their faces toward the east; and they worshipped the sun toward the east. 17 Then he said unto me, Hast thou seen this, son of man? Is it a light thing to the house of Judah that they commit the abominations which they commit here? for they have filled the land with violence, and have returned to provoke me to anger: and, lo, they put the branch to their nose. 18 Therefore will I also deal in fury: mine eye shall not spare, neither will I have pity: and though they cry in mine ears with a loud voice, yet will I not hear them. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 A vision, whereby is shewed the preservation of some, 5 and the destruction of the rest. 8 God cannot be intreated for them. HE cried also in mine ears with a loud voice, saying, Cause them that have charge over the city to draw near, even every man with his destroying weapon in his hand. 2 And, behold, six men came from the way of the higher gate, which lieth toward the north, and every man a slaughter weapon in his hand; and one man among them was clothed with linen, with a writer's inkhorn by his side: and they went in, and stood beside the brasen altar. 3 And the glory of the God of Israel was gone up from the cherub, whereupon he was, to the threshold of the house. And he called to the man clothed with linen, which had the writer's ink- horn by his side; 4 And the Lord said unto him, Go through the midst of the city, through the midst of Jerusalem, and set a mark upon the foreheads of the men that sigh and that cry for all the abominations that be done in the midst thereof. 5 And to the others he said in mine hearing, Go ye after him through the city, and smite: let not your eye spare, neither have ye pity: ^ 6 Slay utterly old and young, both maids, and little children, and women: but come not near any man upon whom is the mark; and begin at my sanctuary. Then they began at the ancient men which were before the house. 7 And he said unto them. Defile the house, and fill the courts with the slain: go ye forth. And they went forth, and slew in the city. b And it carae to pass, while they were slaying them, and I was left, that I fell upon my face, and cried, and said, Ah Lord God! wilt thou destroy all the residue of Israel in thv pouring out of thy fury upon Jerusalem? 9 Then said he unto me, The iniquity of the house of Israel and Judah is exceeding great, and the land is full of blood, and the city full of per- verseness: for they say, The Lord hath forsaken the earth, and the Lord seeth not. 10 And as for me also, mine eye shall not spare, neither will I have pity, but I will recompense their way upon their head. 11 And, behold, the man clothed with linen, which had the inkhorn by his side, reported the matter, saying, I have done as thou hast com- manded me. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 The vision of the coals of fire, to be scattered over the city. 8 The vision of the cherubims. THEN I looked, and, behold, in the firmament that was above the head of the cherubims there appeared over them as it were a sapphire stone, as the appearance of the likeness of a throne. 2 And he spake unto the man clothed with linen, and said, Go in between the wheels, even under the cherub, and fill thine hand with coals of fire from between the cherubims, and scatter them over the city. And he went in in my sight. 3 Now the cherubims stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. 4 Then the glory of the Lord went up from the cherub, and stood over the threshold of the house; and the house was filled with the cloud, and the court was full of the brightness of the Lord's glory. 5 And the sound of the cherubims' wings was heard even to the outer court, as the voice of the Almighty God when he speaketh. 6 And it came to pass, that when he had com- manded the man clothed with linen, saying, Take fire from between the wheels, from between the cherubims; then he went in, and stood beside the wheels. 7 And one cherub stretched forth his hand from between the cherubims unto the fire that was between the cherubims, and took thereof, and put it into the hands of him that was clothed with linen: who took it, and went out. 8 And there appeared in the cherubims the form of a man's hand under their wings. 9 And when I looked, behold the four wheels by the cherubims, one wheel by one cherub, and another wheel by another cherub: and the ap- pearance of the wheels was as the colour of a beryl stone. 10 And as for their appearances, they four had one likeness, as if a wheel had been in the midst of a wheel. 11 When they went, they went upon their four sides; they turned not as they went, but to the 680 The presumption of the princes. EZEKIEL, XL (11) A remnant shall be saved. place whither the head looked they followed it; they turned not as they went. 12 And their whole body, and their backs, and tneir hands, and their wings, and the wheels, were full of eyes round about, even the wheels that they four had. 13 As for the wheels, it was cried unto them in my hearing, O wheel. 14 And every one had four faces: the first face was the face of a cherub, and the second face was the face of a man, and the third the face of a lion, and the fourth the face of an eagle. 15 And the cherubims were lifted up. This is the living creature that I saw by the river of Chebar. 16 And when the cherubims went, the wheels went by them : and when the cherubims lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the same wheels also turned not from beside them. 17 When they stood, these stood; and when they were lifted up, these lifted up themselves also: for the spirit of the living creature was in them. 18 Then the glory of the Lord departed from off the threshold of the house, and stood over the cherubims. 19 And the cherubims lifted up their wings, and mounted up from the earth in my sight : when they went out, the wheels also were beside them, and every one stood at the door of the east gate of the Lord's house; and the glory of the God of Israel was over them above. 20 This is the living creature that I saw under the God of Israel by the river of Chebar; and I knew that they were the cherubims. 21 Every one had four faces apiece, and every one four wings; and the likeness of the hands of a man was under their wings. 22 And the likeness of their faces was the same faces which I saw by the river of Chebar, their appearances and themselves: they went every one straight forward. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 The presumption of the princes. 4 Their sin and judgment. 13 Ezekiel complaining, God sheweth him his purpose in saving a remnant, 21 and punishing the wicked. 22 The glory of God leaveth the city. 24 Ezekiel is returned to the captivity. MOREOVER the spirit lifted me up, and brought me unto the east gate of the Lord's house, which looketh eastward: and be- hold at the door of the gate five and twenty men; among whom I saw Jaazaniah the son of Azur, and Pelatiah the son of Benaiah, princes of the people. 2 Then said he unto me, Son of man, these are the men that devise mischief, and give wicked counsel in this city: 3 Which say, It is not near ; let us build houses: this city is the caldron, and we be the flesh. 4 Therefore prophesy against them, prophesy, O son of man. 5 And the Spirit of the Lord fell upon me, and said unto me, Speak; Thus saith the Lord; Thus have ye said, O house of Israel: for I know the things that come into your mind, every one of them. 6 Ye have multiplied your slain in this city, and ye have filled the streets thereof with the slain. 7 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; Your slain whom ye have laid in the midst of it, they are the flesh, and this city is the caldron: but I will bring you forth out of the midst of it. 8 Ye have feared the sword ; and I will bring a sword upon you, saith the Lord God. 9 And I will bring you out of the midst thereof, and deliver you into the h2nds of strangers, and will execute judgments among you. 10 Ye shall fall by the sword; I will judge you in the border of Israel ; and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 11 This city shall not be your caldron, neither shall ye be the flesh in the midst thereof; but I will judge you in the border of Israel: 12 And ye shall know that I am the Lord: for ye have not walked in my statutes, neither exe- cuted my judgments, but have done after the manners of the heathen that are round about you. 13 And it came to pass, when I prophesied, that Pelatiah the son of Benaiah died. Then fell I down upon my face, and cried with a loud voice, and said, Ah Lord God ! wilt thou make a full end of the remnant of Israel? 14 Again the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 15 Son of man, thy brethren, even thy brethren, the men of thy kindred, and all the house of Israel wholly, are they unto whom the inhabit- ants of Jerusalem have said, Get you far from the Lord: unto us is this land given in possession. 16 Therefore say, Thus saith the Lord God; Al- though I have cast them far off among the heathen, and although I have scattered them among the countries, yet will I be to them as a little sanctuary in the countries where they shall come. 17 Therefore say, Thus saith the Lord God; I will even gather you from the people, and assem- ble you out of the countries where ye have been scattered, and I will give you the land of Israel. 18 And they shall come, thither, and they shall take away all the detestable things thereof and all the abominations thereof from thence. 19 And I will give them one heart, and I will put a new spirit within you ; and I will take the stony heart out of their flesh, and will give them an heart of flesh: 20 That they may walk in my statutes, and keep mine ordinances, and do them: and they shall be my people, and I will be their God. 21 But as for them whose heart walketh after the heart of their detestable things and their abominations, I will recompense their way upon their own heads, saith the Lord God. 22 Then did the cherubims lift up their wings, and the wheels beside them; and the glory of the God of Israel was over them above. 581 Type of Ezekiel's removing. EZEKIEL, XII. (12) Desolation of the Jews foreshewed. 23 And the glory of the Lord went up from the midst of the city, and stood upon the mountain which is on the east side of the city. 24 Afterwards the spirit took me up, and brought me in a vision by the Spirit of God into Chaldea, to them of the captivity. So the vision that I had seen went up from me. 25 Then I spake unto them of the captivity all the things that the Lord had shewed me. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 The type of Ezekiel's removing. 8 It shewed the captivity of Zedekiah. IT Ezekiel's trembling sheweth the Jews' desolation. 21 The Jews' presumptuous proverb is reproved. 26 The speediness of the vision. THE word of the Lord also came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, thou dwellest in the midst of a rebellious house, which have eyes to see, and see not ; they have ears to hear, and hear not : for they are a rebellious house. 3 Therefore, thou son of man, prepare the stuff for removing, and remove by day in their sight; and thou shalt remove from thy place to another place in their sight : it may be they will consider, though they be a rebellious house. 4 Then shalt thou bring forth thy stuff by day in their sight, as stuff for and thou shalt go forth at even in their sight, as they that go forth into captivity. 5 Dig thou through the wall in their sight, and carry out thereby. 6 In their sight shalt thou bear it upon thy shoulders, and carry it forth in the twilight : thou shalt cover thy face, that thou see not the ground : for I have set thee for a sign unto the house of Israel. 7 And I did so as I was commanded : I brought forth my stuff by day, as stuff for captivity, and in the even I digged through the wall with mine hand; I brought it forth in the twilight, and I bare it upon my shoulder in their sight. 8 And in the morning came the word of the Lord unto me, saying, 9 Son of man, hath not the house of Israel, the rebellious house, said unto thee, What doest thou? 10 Say thou unto them, Thus saith the Lord God ; This burden concerneth the prince in Jeru- salem, and all the house of Israel that are among them. 11 Say, I am your sign: like as I have done, so shall it be done unto them: they shall remove and go into captivity. 12 And the prince that is among them shall bear upon his shoulder in the twilight, and shall go forth: they shall dig through the wall to carry out thereby: he shall cover his face, that he see not the ground with his eyes. 13 My net also will I spread upon him, and he shall be taken in my snare: and I will bring him to Babylon to the land of the Chaldeans; yet shall he not see it, though he shall die there. 14 And I will scatter toward every wind all that are about him to help him, and all his bands; and I will draw out the sword after them. 15 And they shall know that I am the Lord, when I shall scatter them among the nations, and disperse them in the countries. 16 But I will leave a few men of them from the sword, from the famine, and from the pestilence ; that they may declare all their abominations among the heathen whither they come ; and they shall know that I am the Lord. 17 Moreover the word of the Lord came to me, saying, 18 Son of man, eat thy bread with quaking, and drink thy water with trembling and with care- fulness; 19 And say unto the people of the land, Thus saith the Lord God of the inhabitants of Jeru- salem, and of the land of Israel; They shall eat their bread with carefulness, and drink their water with astonishment, that her land may be desolate from all that is therein, because of the violence of all them that dwell therein. . 20 And the cities that are inhabited shall be laid waste, and the land shall be desolate; and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 21 And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 22 Son of man, what is that proverb that ye have in the land of Israel, saying, The days are prolonged, and every vision faileth? 23 Tell them therefore, Thus saith the Lord God ; I will make this proverb to cease, and they shall no more use it as a proverb in Israel; but say unto them, The days are at hand, and the effect of every vision. 24 For there shall be no more any vain vision nor flattering divination within the house of Is- rael. 25 For I am the Lord: I will speak, and the word that I shall speak shall come to pass; it shall be no more prolonged: for in your days, O rebellious house, will I say the word, and will per- form it, saith the Lord God. 26 Again the word of the Lord came to me, saying, 27 Son of man, behold, they of the house of Is- rael say, The vision that he seeth is for many days to come, and he prophesieth of the times that are far off. 28 Therefore say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God ; There shall none of my words be pro- longed any more, but the word which I have spoken shall be done, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER Xni. (13) 1 The reproof of lying prophets, 10 and their untemper- ed morter. 17 Of prophetesses and their pillows. A XD the word of the Lord came unto me, ^t\. saying, 2 Son of man, prophesy against the prophets of Israel that prophesy, and say thou unto them that prophesy out of their own hearts, Hear ye the word of the Lord; 3 Thus saith the Lord God; Woe unto the fool- ish prophets, that follow their own spirit, and have seen nothing! 582 Reproof of lying prophets. EZEKIEL, XIY. (14) God an8ivereth idolaters. 4 O Israel, thy prophets are like the foxes in the deserts. 5 Ye have not gone up into the gaps, neither made up the hedge for the house of Israel to stand in the battle in the day of the Lord. 6 They have seen vanity and lying divination, saying, The Lord saith: and the Lord hath not sent them: and they have made others to hope that they would confirm the word. 7 Have ye not seen a vain vision, and have ye not spoken a lying divination, whereas ye say, The Lord saith it; albeit I have not spoken? 8 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; Because ye have spoken vanity, and seen lies, therefore, behold, I am against you, saith the Lord God. •9 And mine hand shall be upon the prophets that see vanity, and that divine lies: they shall not be in the assembly of my people, neither shall they be written in the writing of the house of Israel, neither shall they enter into the land of Israel; and ye shall know that I am the Lord God. 10 Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and there was no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered morter: 11 Say unto them which daub it with untem- pered morter, that it shall fall : there shall be an overflowing shower; and ye, O great hailstones, shall fall ; and a stormy wind shall rend it. 12 Lo, when the wall is fallen, shall it not be said unto you, Where is the daubing wherewith ye have daubed it? 13 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; I will even rend it with a stormy wind in my fury; and there shall be an overflowing shower in mine an- ger, and great hailstones in my fury to con- susume it. 14 So will I break down the wall that ye have daubed with untempered morter, and bring it down to the ground, so that the foundation there- of shall be discovered, and it shall fall, and ye shall be consumed in the midst thereof: and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 15 Thus will I accomplish my wrath upon the wall, and upon them that have daubed it with un- tempered morter, and will say unto you, The wall is no more, neither they that daubed it; 16 To wit, the prophets of Israel which prophesy concerning Jerusalem, and which see visions of peace for her, and there is no peace, saith the Lord God. 17 Likewise, thou son of man, set thy face against the daughters of thy people, which proph- esy out of their own heart; and prophesy thou against them, 18 And say, Thus saith the Lord God ; "Woe to the women that sew pillows to all armholes, and make kerchiefs upon the head of every stature to hunt souls ! Will ye hunt the souls of my people, and will ye save the souls alive that come unto you? 19 A nd will ye pollute me among my people for handfuls of barley and for pieces of bread, to slay the souls that should not die, and to save the souls alive that should not live, by your lying to my people that hear your lies? 20 Wherefore thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against your pillows, wherewith ye there hunt the souls to make them fly, and I will tear them from your' arms, and will let the souls go, even the souls that ye hunt to make them fly. 21 Your kerchiefs also will I tear, and deliver my people out of your hand, and they shall be no more in your hand to be hunted; and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 22 Because with lies ye have made the heart of the righteous sad, whom I have not made sad ; and strengthened the hands of the wicked, that he should not return from his wicked way, by prom- ising him life: 23 Therefore ye shall see no more vanity, nor divine divinations: for I will deliver my people out of your hand: and ye shall know, that I am the Lord. CHAPTER X1T. (14) 1 God answereth idolaters according to their own heart. 6 They are exhorted to repent, for fear of judgments, by means of seduced prophets. 12 Grod's irrevocable sentence of famine, 15 of noisome beasts, 17 of the sword, 19 and of pestilence. 22 A remnant shall be reserved for example of others. THEN came certain of the elders of Israel unto me, and sat before me. 2 And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 3 Son of man, these men have set up their idols in their heart, and put the stumblingblock of their iniquity before their face: should I be en- quired of at all by them? 4 Therefore speak unto them, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God ; Every man of the house of Israel that setteth up his idols in his heart, and putteth the stumblingblock of his ini- quity before his face, and cometh to the prophet; I the Lord will answer him that cometh according to the multitude of his idols; 5 That I may take the house of Israel in their own heart, because they are all estranged from me through their idols. 6 Therefore say unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God ; Repent, and turn yourselves from your idols; and turn away your faces from all your abominations. 7 For every one of the house of Israel, or of the stranger that sojourneth in Israel, which separ- ateth himself from me, and setteth up his idols in his heart, and putteth the stumblingblock of his iniquity before his face, and cometh to a prophet to enquire of him concerning me ; I the Lord will answer him by myself: 8 And I wiil set my face against that man, and will make him a sign and a proverb, and I will cut him off from the midst of my people; and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 9 And if the prophet be deceived when he hath spoken a thing, I the Lord have deceived that prophet, and I will stretch out my hand upon him, and will destroy him from the midst of my people Israel. 683 God's sentence of famine. EZEKIEL, XV. (15) The rejection of Jerusalem. 10 And they shall bear the punishment of their iniquity: the punishment of the prophet shall be even as the punishment of him that seek- eth unto him; 11 That the house of Israel may go no more astray from me, neither be polluted any more with all their transgressions; but that they may be my people, and I may be their God, saith the Lord God. 12 The word of the Lord came again to me, saying, 13 Son of man, when the land sinneth against me by trespassing grievously, then will I stretch out mine hand upon it, and will break the staff of the bread thereof, and will send famine upon it, and will cut off man and beast from it : 14 Though these three men, Noah, Daniel, and Job, were in it, they should deliver but their own souls by their righteousness, saith the Lord God. 15 If I cause noisome beasts to pass through the land, and they spoil it, so that it be desolate, that no man may pass through because of the beasts: 16 Though these three men were in it, as I live, saith the Lord God, they shall deliver neither sons nor daughters; they only shall be delivered, but the land shall be desolate. 17 Or if I bring a sword upon that land, and say, Sword, go through the land ; so that I cut off man and beast from it: 18 Though these three men were in it, as I live, saith the Lord God, they shall deliver neither sons nor daughters, but they only shall be deliv- ered themselves. 19 Or if I send a pestilence into that land, and pour out my fury upon it in blood, to cut off from it man and beast: 20 Though Noah, Daniel, and Job, were in it, as I live, saith the Lord God, they shall deliver neither son nor daughter; they shall but deliver their own souls by their righteousness. 21 For thus saith the Lord God; How much more when I send my four sore judgments upon Jerusalem, the sword, and the famine, and the noisome beast, and the pestilence, to cut off from it man and beast? 22 Yet, behold, therein shall be left a remnant that shall be brought forth, both sons and daugh- ters: behold, they shall come forth unto you, and ye shall see their way and their doings: and ye shall be comforted concerning the evil that I have brought upon Jerusalem, even concerning all that I have brought upon it. 23 And they shall comfort you* when ye see their ways and their doings: and ye shall know that I have not done without cause all that I have done in it, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 By the unfitness of the vine branch for any work, 6 is shewed the rejection of Jerusalem. AND the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, What is the vine tree, more than any tree, or than a branch which is among the trees of the forest? 3 Shall wood be taken thereof to do any work? or will men take a pin of it to hang any vessel thereon? 4 Behold, it is cast into the fire for fuel; the tire devoureth both the ends of it, and the midst of it is burned. Is it meet for any work? 5 Behold, when it was whole, it was meet for no work: how much less shall it be meet yet for any work, when the Are hath devoured it, and it is burned? 6 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; As the vine tree among the trees of the forest, which I have given to the fire for fuel, so will I give the in< habitants of Jerusalem. 7 And I will set my face against them; they shall go out from one fire, and another fire shall devour them; and ye shall know that I am the Lord, when I set my face against them. 8 And I will make the land desolate, because they have committed a trespass, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 Under the similitude of a wretched infant is shewed the natural state of Jerusalem. 6 God's extraordi- nary love towards her. 15 Her monstrous whoredom. 35 Her grievous judgment. 44 Her sin, matching her mother, and exceeding her sisters, Sodom and Sa- maria, calleth for judgments. 60 Mercy is promised her in the end. AGAIN the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, cause Jerusalem to know her abominations, 3 And say, Thus saith the Lord God unto Jeru- salem; Thy birth and thy nativity is of the land of Canaan; thy father was an Amorite, and thy mother an Hittite. 4 And as for thy nativity, in the day thou wast born thy navel was not cut, neither wast thou washed in water to supple thee; thou wast not salted at all, nor swaddled at all. 5 None eye pitied thee, to do any of these unto thee, to have compassion upon thee; but thou wast cast out in the open field, to the lothing of thy person, in the day that thou wast born. 6 And when I passed by thee, and saw thee pol- luted in thine own blood, I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood, Live ; yea, I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood, Live. 7 I have caused thee to multiply as the bud of the field, and thou hast increased and waxen great, and thou art come to excellent ornaments: thy breasts are fashioned, and thine hair is grown, whereas thou wast naked and bare. 8 Now when I passed by thee, and looked upon thee, behold, thy time was the time of love; and I spread my skirt over thee, and covered thy nakedness: yea, I sware unto thee, and entered into a covenant with thee, saith the Lord God, and thou becamest mine. 9 Then washed I thee with water; yea, I thoroughly washed away thy blood from thee, and I anointed thee with oil. 10 I clothed thee also with broidered work, and shod thee with badgers' skin, and I girded thee 684 God's love towards her. EZEKIEL, XVI. (1G) Her grievous judgment. about with, fine linen, and I covered thee with silk. 11 I decked thee also with ornaments, and I put bracelets upon thy hands, and a chain on thy neck. 12 And I put a jewel on thy forehead, and ear- rings in thine ears, and a beautiful crown upon thine head. 13 Thus wast thou decked with gold and silver; and thy raiment was of fine linen, and silk, and broidered work; thou didst eat fine flour, and honey, and oil : and thou wast exceeding beauti- ful, and thou didst prosper into a kingdom. 14 And thy renown went forth among the heathen for thy beauty : for it was perfect through my comeliness, which I had put upon thee, saith the Lord God. 15 But thou didst trust in thine own beauty, and playedst the harlot because of thy renowu, and pouredst out thy fornications on every one that passed by; his it wast 16 And of thy garments thou didst take, and deckedst thy high places with- divers colours, and playedst the harlot thereupon: the like things shall not come, neither shall it be so. 17 Thou hast also taken thy fair jewels of my gold and of my silver, which I had given thee, and madest to thyself images of men, and didst com- mit whoredom with them, 18 And tookest thy broidered garments, and coveredst them: and thou hast set mine oil and mine incense before them. 19 My meat also which I gave thee, fine flour, and oil, and honey, wherewith I fed thee, thou hast even set it before them for a sweet savour: and thus it was, saith the Lord God. 20 Moreover thou hast taken thy sons and thy daughters, whom thou hast borne unto me, and these hast thou sacrificed unto them to be de- voured. Is this of thy whoredoms a small matter. 21 That thou hast slain my children, and de- livered them to cause them to pass 1 through the fire for them? 22 And in all' thine abominations and thy whoredoms thou hast not remembered the days of thy youth, when thou wast naked and bare, and wast polluted in thy blood. 23 And it came to pass after all thy wicked- ness, (woe, woe unto thee! saith the Lord God ;) 24 That thou hast also built unto thee an emi- nent place, and hast made thee an high place in every street. 25 Thou hast built thy high place at every head of the way, and hast made thy beauty to be abhorred, and hast opened thy feet to every one that passed by, and multiplied thy whoredoms. 26 Thou hast also committed fornication with the Egyptians thy neighbours, great of flesh; and hast increased thy whoredoms, to provoke me to anger. 27 Behold, therefore I have stretched out my hand over thee, and have diminished thine ordi- nary food, and delivered thee unto the will of them that hate thee, the daughters of the Phil* istines, which are ashamed of thy lewd way. 28 Thou hast played the whore also with the Assyrians, because thou wast unsatiable; yea, thou hast played the harlot with them, and yet couldest not be satisfied. 29 Thou hast moreover multiplied thy fornica- tion in the land of Canaan unto Chaldea ; and yet thou wast not satisfied therewith. 30 How weak is thine heart, saith the Lord God, seeing thou doest all these things, the work of an imperious whorish woman; 31 In that thou buildest thine eminent place in the head of every way, and makest thine high place in every street; and hast not been as an harlot, in that thou scornest hire ; 32 But as a wife that committeth adultery, which, taketh strangers instead of her husband! 33 They give gifts to all whores: but thou givest thy gifts to all thy lovers, and hirest them, that they may come unto thee on every side for thy whoredom. 34 And the contrary is in thee from other women in thy whoredoms, whereas none followeth thee to commit whoredoms: and in that thou givest a reward, and no reward is given unto thee, therefore thou art contrary. 35 Wherefore, O harlot, hear the word of the Lord : 36 Thus saith the Lord God; Because thy filth- iness was poured out, and thy nakedness discov- ered through thy whoredoms with thy lovers, and with all the idols of thy abominations, and by the blood of thy children, which, thou didst give unto them; 37 Behold, therefore I will gather all thy lovers, with whom thou hast taken pleasure, and all them that thou hast loved, with all them that thou hast hated; I will even gather them round about against thee, and will discover thy naked- ness unto them, that they may see all thy naked- ness. 38 And I will judge thee, as women that break wedlock and shed blood are judged; and I will give thee blood in fury and jealousy. 39 And I will also give thee into their hand, and they shall throw down thine eminent place, and shall break down thy high places: they shall strip thee also of thy clothes, and shall take thy fair jewels, and leare thee naked and bare. 40 They shall also bring up a company against thee, and they shall stone thee with stones, and thrust thee through with their swords. 41 And they shall burn thine houses with fire, and execute judgments upon thee in the sight of many women : and I will cause thee to cease from playing the harlot, and thou also- shalt give no hire any more. 42 So will I make my fury toward thee to rest, and my jealousy shall depart from thee, and I will be quiet, and will be no more angry. 43 Because thou hast not remembered the days of thy youth, but hast fretted me in all these things; behold, therefore I also will recompense thy way upon thine head, saith the Lord God ; and thou shalt not commit this lewdness above all thine abominations 586 ■f. s c e o S 5 *- Mi "T - >? * " 2 o fT" (B — « ca •Jl Z- 3*» * V <^ 3 ~ rt "3 - n> H 56 So 2. © © cnls. . 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(17) God's Judgment on Jerusalem. 44 Behold, every one that useth proverbs shall use this proverb against thee, saying, As is the mother, so is her daughter. 45 Thou art thy mothec's daughter, that loth- eth her husband and her children; and thou art the sister of thy sisters, which lothed their hus- bands and their children: your mother was an Hittite, and your father an Amorite. 46 And thine elder sister is Samaria, she and her daughters that dwell at thy left hand: and thy younger sister, that dwelleth at thy right, hand, is Sodom and her daughters. 47 Yet hast thou not walked after their ways, nor done after their abominations: but, as if that were a very little thing, thou, wast corrupted more than they in all thy ways. 48 As I live, saith the Lord God, Sodom thy sister hath not done, she nor her daughters, as thou hast done, thou and thy daughters. 49 Behold, this was the iniquity of thy sister Sodom, pride, fulness of bread, and abundance of idleness was in her and in her daughters, neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy. 50 And they were haughty, and committed abomination before me: therefore I took them away as I saw good. 51 Neither hath Samaria committed half of thy sins; but thou hast multiplied thine abominations more than they, and hast justified thy sisters in all thine abominations which thou hast done. 52 Thou also, which hast judged thy sisters, bear thine own shame for thy sins that thou hast committed more abominable than they: they are more righteous than thou: yea, be thou con- founded also, and bear thy shame, in that thou hast justified thy sisters. 53 When I shall bring again their captivity, the captivity of Sodom and her daughters, and the captivity of Samaria and her daughters, then will I bring again the captivity of thy captives in the midst of them: 54 That tbou mayest bear thine own shame, and mayest be confounded in all that thou hast done, in that thou art a comfort unto them. 55 When thy sisters, Sodom and her daughters, shall return to their former estate, and Samaria and her daughters shall return to their former estate, then thou and thy daughters shall return to your former estate. 56 For thy sister Sodom was not mentioned by thy mouth in the day of thy pride, 57 Before thy wickedness was discovered, as at the time of thy reproach of the daughters of Syria, and all that are round about her, the daughters of the Philistines, which despise thee round about. 58 Thou hast borne thy lewdness and thine abominations, saith the Lord. 59 For thus saith the Lord God; I will even deal with thee as thou hast done, which hast de- spised the oath in breaking the covenant. 60 Nevertheless I will remember my covenant with thee in the days of thy youth, and I will establish unto thee an everlasting covenant. 61 Then thou shalt remember thy ways, and be ashamed, when thou /.shalt receive thy sisters, thine elder and thy younger: and I will give them unto thee for daughters, but not by thy covenant. 62 And I will establish my covenant with thee; and thou shalt know that I am the Lord: 63 That thou n^ayest remember, and be con- founded, and never open thy mouth any more be- cause of thy shame, when I am pacified toward thee for all that thou hast done, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XVII. (17) 1 Under the parable of two eagles and a vine, 11 is shewed God's judgment upon Jerusalem for revolting from Babylon to Egypt. 22 God promiseth to plant the cedar of the gospel. AND the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, put forth a riddle, and speak a parable unto the house of Israel; 3 And say, Thus saith the Lord God; A great eagle with great wings, long-winged, full of feathers, which had divers colours, came unto Lebanon, and took the highest branch of the cedar: 4 He cropped off the top of his young twigs, and carried it into a land of traffick; he set it in a city of merchants. 5 He took also of the seed of the land, and planted it in a fruitful field; he placed it by preat waters, and set it as a willow tree. 6 And it grew, and became a spreading vine of low stature, whose branches turned toward him, and the roots thereof were under him: so it be- came a vine, and brought forth branches, and shot forth sprigs. 7 There was also another great eagle with ■ great wings and many feathers : and, behold, this vine did bend her roots toward him, and shot forth her branches toward him, that he might water it by the furrows of her plantation. 8 It was planted in a good soil by great waters, that it might bring forth branches, and that it might bear fruit, that it might be a goodly vine. 9 Say thou, Thus saith the Lord God; Shall it prosper? shall he not pull up the roots thereof, and cut off the fruit thereof, that it wither? it shall wither in all the leaves of her spring, even without great power or many people to pluck it up by the roots thereof. 10 Yea, behold, being planted, shall it prosper? shall it not utterly wither, when the east wind toucheth it? it shall wither in the furrows where it grew. 11 Moreover the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 12 Say now to the rebellious house, Know ye not what these things mean? tell them, Behold, the king of Babylon is come to. Jerusalem, and hath taken the king thereof, and. the princes thereof, and led them with him to Babylon; 13 And hath taken of the king's; seed, and made a covenant with him, and hath taken an oath of him : he hath also taken the mighty of the land: 686 v>* The equity of EZEKIEL, XVIII. C18) God's dealings. 14 That the kingdom might be base, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping of his covenant it might stand. 15 But he rebelled against him in sending his ambassadors into Egypt, that they might give him horses and much people. Shall he prosper? shall he escape that doeth such things? or shall he break the covenant, and be delivered? 16 As I live, saith the Lord God, surely in the place where the king dwelleth that made him king, whose oath he despised, and whose covenant he brake, even with him in the midst of Babylon he shall die. 17 Neither shall Pharaoh with his mighty army and great company make for him in the war, by casting up mounts, and building forts, to cut off many persons : 18 Seeing he despised the oath by breaking the covenant, when, lo, he had given his hand, and hath done all these things, he shall not escape. 19 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; As I live, surely mine oath that he hath despised, and my covenant that he hath broken, even it will I recompense upon his own head. 20 And I will spread my net upon him, and he shall be taken in my smare, and I will bring him to Babylon, and will plead with him there for his trespass that he hath trespassed against me. 21 And all his fugitives with all his bands shall fall by the sword, and they that remain shall be scattered toward all winds: and ye shall know that I the Lord have spoken it. 22 Thus saith the Lord God; I will also take of the highest branch of the high cedar, and will set it; I will crop off from the top of his young twigs a tender one, and will plant it upon an high mountain and eminent: 23 In the mountain of the height of Israel will I plant it: and it shall bring forth boughs, and bear fruit, and be a goodly cedar: and under it shall dwell all fowl of every wing; in the shadow of the branches thereof shall they dwell. 24 And all the trees of the field shall know that I the Lord have brought down the high tree, have exalted the low tree, have dried up the green tree, and have made the dry tree to flourish: I the Lord have spoken and have done it CHAPTEE XVLTL (18) 1 God reproveth the unjust parable of sour grapes. 5 He sheweth how he dealeth with a just father: 10 with a wicked son of a just father: 14 with a just son of a wicked father: 19 with a wicked man repenting: 24 with a just man revolting. 25 He defendeth his justice, 31 and exhorteth to repentance. THE word of the Lord came unto me again, saying, 2 What mean ye, that ye use this proverb con- cerning the land of Israel, saying, The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge? 3 As I live, saith the Lord God, ye shall not have occasion any more to use this proverb in Israel. 4 Behold, all souls are mine; as the soul of the father, so also the soul of the son is mine; the soul that sinneth, it shall die. 5 But if a man be just, and do that which is lawful and right, 6 And hath not eaten upon the mountains, neither hath lifted up his eyes to the idols of the house of Israel, neither hath defiled his neigh- bour's wife, neither hath come near to a men- struous woman, 7 And hath not oppressed any, but hath re- stored to the debtor his pledge, hath spoiled none by violence, hath given his bread to the hungry, and hath covered the naked with a garment; 8 He that hath not given forth upon usury, neither hath taken any increase, that hath with- drawn his hand from iniquity, hath executed true judgment between man and man, 9 Hath walked in my statutes, and hath kept my judgments, to deal truly; he is just, he shall surely live, saith the Lord God. 10 If he beget a son that is a robber, a shedder of blood, and that doeth the like to any one of these things, 11 And that doeth not any of those duties, but eA r en hath eaten upon the mountains, and defiled his neighbour's wife, 12 Hath oppressed the poor and needy, hath spoiled by violence, hath not restored the pledge, and hath lifted up his eyes to the idols, hath com- mitted abomination, 13 Hath given forth upon usury, and hath taken increase: shall he then live? he shall not live: he hath done all these abominations; he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon him. 14 Now, lo, if he beget a son, that seeth all his father's sins which he hath done, and considereth, and doeth not such like, 15 That hath not eaten upon the mountains, neither hath lifted up his eyes to the idols of the house of Israel, hath not defiled his neighbour's wife, 16 Neither hath oppressed any, hath not with- holden the pledge, neither hath spoiled by vio- lence, but hath given his bread to the hungry, and hath covered the naked with a garment, 17 That hath taken off his hand from the poor, that hath not received usury nor increase, hath executed my judgments, hath walked in my statutes; he shall not die for the iniquity of his father, he shall surely live. 18 As for his father, because he cruelly op- pressed, spoiled his brother by violence, and did that which is not good among his people, lo, even he shall die in his iniquity. 19 Yet say ye, Why? doth not the son bear the iniquity of the father? When the son hath done that which is lawful and right, and hath kept alt my statutes, and hath done them, he shall surely live. 20 The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him. 21 But if the wicked will turn from all his sins 587 MUSSULMAN SCHOOL MASTER AND PUPILS. (Ezek. 20,1)- We read Acts 22,3, "I am verily at man which am a Jew, born in Tarsus, a city of Cilicia, yet brought up in this city at the feet of Gamaliel, and taught according to the perfect manner of the law of the fathers, and was zealous toward God, as ye are all are this day." Schools existed among the Jews at a very early period. They were established, under the supervision of the prophets, to train young men to become expounders of the law. The children, however, were taught to read in common schools, as we see in the above picture. The school master among the ancients, as at the present day, was a person to whom the parents committed the care of their children. iv> A lamentation for EZEKIEL, XIX. (19) the princes of Israel. that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die. 22 All his transgressions that he hath com- mitted, they shall not be mentioned unto him : in his righteousness that he hath done he shall live. 23 Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? saith the Lord God: and not that he should return from his ways, and live? 24 But when the righteous turneth away from his righteousness, and committeth iniquity, and doeth according to all the abominations that the wicked man doeth, shall he live? All his right- eousness that he hath done shall not be men- tioned: in his trespass that he hath trespassed, and in his sin that he hath sinned, in them shall he die. 25 Yet ye say, The way of the Lord is not equal. Hear now, O house of Israel; Is not my way equal? are not your ways unequal? 26 When a righteous man turneth away from his righteousness, and committeth iniquity, and dieth in them; for his iniquity that he hath done shall he die. 27 Again, when the wicked man turneth away from his wickedness that he hath committed, and doeth that which is lawful and right, he shall save his soul alive. 28 Because he considereth, and turneth away from all his transgressions that he hath com- mitted, he shall surely live, he shall not die. 29 Yet saith the house of Israel, The way of the Lord is not equal. O house of Israel, are not my ways equal? are not your ways unequal? 30 Therefore I will judge you, O house of Is- rael, every one according to his ways, saith the Lord God. Repent, and turn yourselves from all your transgressions; so iniquity shall not be your ruin. 31 Cast away from you all your transgressions, whereby ye have transgressed; and make you a new heart and a new spirit: for why will ye die, house of Israel? 32 For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord God: wherefore turn yourselves, and live ye. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 A lamentation for the princes of Israel, under the parable of lions' whelps taken in a pit, 10 and for Jer- usalem, under the parable of a wasted vine. MOREOVER take thou up a lamentation for the princes of Israel, 2 And say, What is thy mother? A lioness: she lay down among lions, she nourished her whelps among young lions. 3 And she brought up one of her whelps : it be- came a young lion, and it learned to catch the prey; it devoured men. 4 The nations also heard of him; he was taken in their pit, and they brought him with chains unto the land of Egypt. 5 Now when she saw that she had waited, and her hope was lost, then she took another of her whelps, and made him a young lion. 6 And he went up and down among the lions, he became a young lion, and learned to> catch the prey, and devoured men. 7 And he knew their desolate palaces, and he laid waste their cities; and the land was desolate, and the fulness thereof by the noise of his roar- ing. 8 Then the nations set against him on every side from the provinces, and spread their net over him: he was taken in their pit. 9 And they put him in ward in chains, and brought him to the king of Babylon : they brought him into holds, that his voice should no more be heard upon the mountains of Israel. 10 Thy mother is like a vine in thy blood, plant- ed by the waters: she was fruitful and full of branches by reason of many waters. 11 And she had strong rods for the sceptres of them that bare rule, and her stature was exalted among the thick branches, and she appeared in her height with the multitude of her branches. 12 But she was plucked up in fury, she was cast down to the ground, and the east wind dried up her fruit: her strong rods were broken and withered ; the fire consumed them. 13 And now she is planted in the wilderness, in a dry and thirsty ground. 14 And fire is gone out of a rod of her branches, which hath devoured her fruit, so that she hath no strong rod to be a sceptre to rule. This is a lamentation, and shall be for a lamentation. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 God irefuseth to be consulted by the elders of Israel. 5 He sheweth the story of their rebellions in Egypt, 10 in the wilderness, 27 and in the land. 33 He prom- iseth to gather them by the gospel. 45 Under the name of a forest he sheweth the destruction of Jer- usalem. AND it came to pass in the seventh year, in the fifth month, the tenth day of the month, that certain of the elders of Israel came to en- quire of the Lord, and sat before me. 2 Then came the word of the Lord unto me, saying, 3 Son of man, speak unto the elders of Israel, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God; Are ye come to enquire of me? As I live, saith the Lord God, I will not be enquired of by you. 4 Wilt thou judge them, son of man, wilt thou judge them? cause them to know the abomina- tions of their fathers: 5 And say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God ; In the day when I chose Israel, and lifted up mine hand unto the seed of the house of Jacob, and made myself known unto them in the land of Egypt, when I lifted up mine hand unto them, saying, I am the Lord your God; 6 In the day that I lifted up mine hand unto them, to bring them forth of the land of Egypt into a land that I had espied for them, flowing with milk and honey, which is the glory of all lands: 7 Then said I unto them, Cast ye away every man the abominations of his eyes, and defile not yourselves with the idols of Egypt: I am the Lord your God. 27 588 Israel's rebellions. EZEKIEL, XX. (20) A promise to gather them. 8 But they rebelled against me, and would not hearken unto me: they did not every man cast away the abominations of their eyes, neither did they forsake the idols of Egypt: then I said, I will pour out my fury upon them, to afcconiplish my anger against them in the midst of the land of Egypt. 9 But I wrought for my name's sake, that it should not be polluted before the heathen, among whom they were in whose sight I made myself known unto them, in bringing them forth out of the land of Egypt. 10 Wherefore I caused them to go forth out of the land of Egypt, and brought them into the wil- derness. 11 And I gave them my statutes, and shewed them my judgments, which if a man do, he shall even live in them. 12 Moreover also I gave them my sabbaths, to be a sign between me and them, that they might know that I am the Lord that sanctify them. 13 But the house of Israel rebelled against me in the wilderness : they walked not in my statutes, and they despised my judgments, which if a man do, he shall even live in them; and my sabbaths they greatly polluted: then I said, I would pour out my fury upon them in the wilderness, to con- sume them. 14 But I wrought for my name's sake, that it should not be polluted before the heathen, in whose sight I brought them out. 15 Yet also I lifted up my hand unto them in the wilderness, that I would not bring them into the land which I had given them, flowing with milk and honey, which is the glory of all lands; 16 Because they despised my judgments, and walked not in my statutes, but polluted my sab- baths: for their heart went after their idols. 17 Nevertheless mine eye spared them from de* stroying them, neither did I make an end of them in the wilderness. 18 But I said unto their children in the wil- derness, Walk ye not in the statutes of your fathers, neither observe their judgments, nor de- file yourselves with their idols: 19 I am the Lord your God; walk in my statutes, and keep my judgments, and do them; 20 And hallow my sabbaths; and they shall be a sign between me and you, that ye may know that I am the Lord your God. 21 Notwithstanding the children rebelled against me: they walked not in my statutes, neither kept my judgments to do them, which if a man do, he shall even live in them ; they polluted my sabbaths: then I said, I would pour out my fury upon them, to accomplish my anger against them in the wilderness. 22 Nevertheless I withdrew mine hand, and wrought for my name's sake, that it should not be polluted in the sight of the heathen, in whose sight I brought them forth. 23 I lifted up mine hand unto them also in the wilderness, that I would scatter them among the heathen, and disperse them through the coun- tries; 21 Because they had not executed my judg- ments, but had despised my statutes, and had pol- luted my sabbaths, and their eyes were after their fathers' idols. 25 Wherefore I gave them also statutes that were not good, 'and judgments whereby they should not live; 26 And I polluted them in their own gifts, in that they caused to pass through the fire all that openeth the womb, that I might make them deso- late, to the end that they might know that I am the Lord. 27 Therefore, son of man, speak unto the house of Israel, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God; Yet in this your fathers have blasphemed me, in that they have committed a trespass against me. 28 For when I had brought them into the land, for the which I lifted up mine hand to give it to them, then they saw every high hill, and all the thick trees, and they offered there their sacrifices, and there they presented the provocation of their offering: there also they made their sweet savour, and poured out there their drink offerings. 29 Then I said unto them, What is the high place whereunto ye go? And the name thereof is called Bamah unto this day. 30 Wherefore say unto the house of Israel, Thxis saith the Lord God; Are ye polluted after the manner of your fathers? and commit ye whore- dom after their abominations? 31 For when ye offer your gifts, when ye make your sons to pass through the fire, ye pollute yourselves with all your idols, even unto this day: and shall I be enquired of by you, O house of Is- rael? As I live, saith the Lord God, I will not be enquired of by you. 32 And that which cometh into your mind shall not be at all, that ye say, We will be as the heathen, as the families of the countries, to serve wood and stone. 33 As I live, saith the Lord God, surely with a mighty hand, and with a stretched out arm, and with fury poured out, will I rule over you: 34 And I will bring you out from the people, and will gather you out of the countries wherein ye are scattered, with a mighty hand, and with a stretched out arm, and with fury poured out. 35 And I will bring you into the wilderness of the people, and there will I plead with you face to face. 36 Like as I pleaded with your fathers in the wilderness of the land of Egypt, so will I plead with you, saith the Lord God. 37 And I will: cause you to pass under the rod, and I will bring you into the bond of the covenant : 38 And I will purge out from among you the rebels, and them that transgress against me: I will bring them forth out of the country where they sojourn, and they shall not enter into the land of Israel: and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 39 As for you, O house of Israel, thus saith the Lord God ; Go ye, serve ye every one his idols, and 58Q w Prophecy against Jerusalem. EZEKIEL, XXL (21) The sliarp and bright sword. hereafter also, if ye will not hearken unto me : but pollute ye my holy name no more with your gifts, and with your idols. 40 For in mine holy mountain, in the mountain of the height of Israel, saith the Lord God, there shall all the house of Israel, all of them in the land, serve me: there will I accept them, and there will I require your offerings, and the first- fruits of your oblations, with all your holy things. 41 I will accept you with your sweet savour, when I bring you out from the people, and gather you out of the countries wherein ye have been scattered; and I will be sanctified in you before the heathen. 42 And ye shall know that I am the Lord, when I shall bring you into the land of Israel, into the country for the which I lifted up mine hand to give it to your fathers. 43 And there shall ye remember your ways, and all your doings, wherein ye have been defiled; and ye shall lothe yourselves in your own sight for all your evils that ye have committed. 44 And ye shall know that I am the Lord, when I have wrought with you for my name's sake, not according to your wicked ways, nor according to your corrupt doings, O ye house of Israel, saith the Lord God. 45 Moreover the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 46 Son of man, set thy face toward the south, and drop thy word toward the south, and prophesy against the forest of the south field; 47 And say to the forest of the south, Hear the word of the Lord; Thus saith the Lord God; Be- hold, I will kindle a fire in thee, and it shall de- vour every green tree in thee, and every dry tree: the flaming flame shall not be quenched, and all faces from the south to the north shall be burned therein. 48 And all flesh shall see that I the Lord have kindled it : it shall not be quenched. 49 Then said I, Ah Lord God! they say of me. Doth he not speak parables? CHAPTER XXI. (21J 1 Ezezkiel prophesietk against Jerusalem -with a sign of sigbing. 8 The sharp and bright sword, 18 against Jerusalem, 25 against the kingdom, 28 and against the Ammonites. AND the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, set thy face toward Jerusalem, and drop thy word toward the holy places, and prophesy against the land of Israel, 3 And say to the land of Israel, Thus saith the Lord; Behold, I am against thee, and will draw forth my sword out of his sheath, and will cut off from thee the righteous and the wicked. 4 Seeing then that I will cut off from thee the righteous and the wicked, therefore shall my sword go forth out of his sheath against all flesh from the south to the north: 5 That all flesh may know that I the Lord have drawn forth my sword out of his sheath: it shall not return any more. 6 Sigh therefore, thou son of man, with the breaking of thy loins; and with bitterness sigh before their eyes. 7 And it shall be, when thejs say unto thee, Wherefore sighest thou? that thou shalt answer, For the tidings; because it cometh: and every heart shall melt, and all hands shall be feeble, and every spirit shall faint, and all knees shall be weak as water: behold, it cometh, and shall be brought to pass, saith the Lord God. 8 Again the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 9 Son of man, prophesy, and say, Thus saith the Lord; Say, A sword, a sword is sharpened, and also furbished : 10 It is sharpened to make a sore slaughter; it is furbished that it may glitter: should we then make mirth? it contemneth the rod of my son, as every tree. 11 And he hath given it to be furbished, that it may be handled: this sword is sharpened, and it it furbished, to give it into the hand of the slayer. 12 Cry and howl, son of man: for it shall be upon my people, it shall be upon all the princes of Israel : terrors by reason of the sword shall be upon my people: smite therefore upon thy thigh. 13 Because it is a trial, and what if the sword contemn even the rod? it shall be no more, saith the Lord God. 14 Thou therefore, son of man, prophesy, and smite thine hands together, and let the sword be doubled the third time, the sword of the slain: it is the sword of the great men that are slain, which entereth into their privy chambers. 15 I have set the point of the sword against all their gates, that their heart may faint, and their ruins be multiplied: ah! it is made bright, it is wrapped up for the slaughter. 16 Go thee one way or other, either on the right hand, or on the left, whithersoever thy face is set. 17 I will also smite mine hands togeth ^r, and I will cause my fury to rest : I the Lord have said it. 18 The word of the Lord came unto me .xgain, saying, 19 Also, thou son of man, appoint thee two ways, that the sword of the king of Babylon may come: both twain shall come forth out of one land: and choose thou a place, choose it at the head of the way to the city. 20 Appoint a way, that the sword may come to Babbath of the Ammonites, and to Judah in Jeru- salem the defenced. 21 For the king of Babylon stood at the part- ing of the way, at the head of the two ways, to use divination: he made his arrows bright, he con- sulted with images, he looked in the liver. 22 At hig right hand was the divination for Jerusalem, to appoint captains, to open the mouth in the slaughter, to lift up the voice with shout- ing, to appoint battering rams against the gates, to cast a mount, and to build a fort. 23 And it shall be unto them as a false divina- tion in their sight, to them that have sworn oaths: but he will call to remembrance the iniquity, that they may be taken. 590 A catalogue of EZEKIEL, XXII. (22) sins in Jerusalem. 24 Therefore thus saith the Lord God ; Because ye have made your iniquity to be remembered, in that your transgressions are discovered, so> that in all your doings your sins do appear; because, I say, that ye are come to remembrance, ye shall be taken with the hand. 25 And thou, profane wicked prince of Israel, whose day is come, when iniquity shall have an end, 26 Thus saith the Lord God; Remove the dia- dem, and take off the crown: this shall not be the same: exalt him that is low, and abase him that is high. 27 I will overturn, overturn, overturn, it : and it shall be no more, until he come whose right it is; and I will give it him. 28 And thou, son of man, prophesy and say, Thus saith the Lord God concerning the Ammon- ites, and concerning their reproach; even say thou, The sword, the sword is drawn: for the slaughter it is furbished, to consume because of the glittering: 29 Whiles they see vanity unto thee, whiles they devine a lie unto thee, to bring thee upon the necks of them that are slain, of the wicked, whose day is come, when their iniquity shall have an end. 30 Shall I cause it to return into his sheath? I will judge thee in the place where thou wast created, in the land of thy nativity. 31 And I will pour out mine indignation upon thee, I will blow against thee in the fire of my wrath, and deliver thee into the hand of brutish men, and skilful to destroy. 32 Thou shalt be for fuel to the fire; thy blood shall be in the midst of the land ; thou shait be no more remembered : for I the Lord have spoken it CHAPTER XXII. (22) 1 A catalogue of sins in Jerusalem. 13 God will burn them as dross in his furnace. 23 The general corrup- tion of prophets, priests, princes, and people. MOREOVER the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Now, thou son of man, wilt thou judge, wilt thou judge the bloody city? yea, thou shalt shew her all her abominations. 3 Then say thou, Thus saith the Lord God, The City sheddeth blood in the midst of it, that her time may come, and maketh idols against herself to defile herself. 4 Thou art become guilty in thy blood that thou hast shed; and hast defiled thyself in thine idols which thou hast made; and thou hast caused thy days to draw near, and art come even unto thy years : therefore have I made thee a reproach unto the heathen, and a mocking to all countries. 5 Those that be near, and those that be far from thee, shall mock thee, which art infamous and much vexed. 6 Behold, the princes of Israel, every one were in thee to their power to shed blood. 7 In thee have they set light by father and mother: in the midst of thee have they dealt by oppression with the stranger: in thee have they vexed the fatherless and the widow. 8 Thou hast despised mine holy things, and hast profaned my sabbaths. 9 In thee are men that carry tales to shed blood: and in thee they eat upon the mountains: in the midst of thee they commit lewdness. 10 In thee have they discovered their fathers' nakedness: in thee have they humbled her that was set apart for pollution. 11 And one hath committed abomination with his neighbour's wife ; and another hath lewdly de- filed his daughter in law; and another in thee hath humbled his sister, his father's daughter. 12 In thee have they taken gifts to shed blood ; thou hast taken usury and increase, and thou hast greedily gained of thy neighbours by extortion and hast forgotten me, saith the Lord God. 13 Behold, therefore 1 have smitten mine hand at thy dishonest gain which thou hast made, and at thy blood which hath, been in the midst of thee. 14 Can thine heart endure, or can thine hands be strong, in the days that I shall deal with, thee? I the Lord have spoken it, and will do it. 15 And I will scatter thee among the heathen, and disperse thee in the countries, and will con- sume thy filth iness out of thea 16 And thou shalt take thine inheritance in thyself in the sight of the heathen, and thou shalt know that I am the Lord. 17 And the word of the Lord came unto me. saying, 18 Son of man, the house of Israel is to me be- come dross: all they are brass, and tin, and iron, and lead, in the midst of the furnace; they are even, the dross of silver. 19 Therefore thus saith the Lord God ; Because ye are all become dross, behold, therefore I will gather you into the midst of Jerusalem. 20 As they gather silver, and brass, and iron, and lead, and. tin, into the midst of the furnace, to blow the fire upon it, to melt it; so will I gather you in mine anger and in my fury, and I will leave you there, and melt you. 21 Yea, I will gather you, and blow upon you in the fire of my wrath, and ye shall be melted in the midst thereof. 22 As silver is melted in the midst of the fur- nace, so shall ye be melted in the midst thereof; and ye shall know that I the Lord have poured out my fury upon you. 23 And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 24 Son of man, say unto her, Thou art the land that is not cleansed, nor rained upon in the day of indignation. 25 There is a conspiracy of her prophets in the midst thereof, like a roaring lion ravening the prey ; they have devoured souls ; they have taken the treasure and precious things ; they have made her many widows in the midst thereof. 26 Her priests have violated my law, and have profaned mine holy things : they have put no dif- ference between the holy and profane, neither have they shewed difference between the unclean and the clean, and have hid their eyes from my sabbaths, and I am profaned among them. 591 The whoredoms of EZEKIEL, XXIII. (23) Aholah and Aholibah. 27 Her princes in the midst thereof are like wolves ravening the prey, to shed, blood, and to destroy souls, to get dishonest gain. 28 And her prophets have daubed them with untempered morter, seeing vanity, and divining lies unto them, saying, Thus saith the Lord God, when the Lord hath not spoken. 29 The people of the land have used oppression, and exercised robbery, and have vexed the poor and needy : yea, they have oppressed the stranger wrongfully. 30 And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none. 31 Therefore have I poured out mine indigna- tion upon them; I have consumed them with the fire of my wrath; their own way have I recom- pensed upon their heads, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XXIII. (23) 1 The whoredoms of Aholah and Aholibah. 22 Aholi- bah is to be plagued by her lovers. 36 The prophet reproveth the adulteries of them both, 45 and sheweth their judgments. THE word of the Lord came again unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother: 3 And they committed whoredoms in Egypt; they committed whoredoms in their youth : there- were their breasts pressed, and there they bruised the teats of their virginity. 4 And the names of them were Aholah the elder, and Aholibah her sister: and they were mine, and they bare sons and daughters. Thus were their names; Samaria is Aholah and Jeru- salem Aholibah. 5 And Aholah played the harlot when she was mine; and she doted on her lovers, on the As- syrians her neighbours, 6 Which were clothed with blue, captains and rulers, all of them desirable young men, horse- men riding upon horses . 7 Thus she committed her whoredoms with them, with all them that were the chosen men of Assyria, and with all on whom she doted : with all their idols she denied herself. 8 Neither left she her whoredoms brought from Egypt: for in her youth they lay with her, and they bruised the breasts of her virginity, and poured their whoredom upon her. 9 Wherefore I have delivered her into the hand of her lovers, into the hand of the Assyrians, upon whom she doted. 10 These discovered her nakedness: they took her sons and her daughters, and slew her with the sword : and she became famous among women ; for they had executed judgment upon her. 11 And when her sister Aholibah saw this, she was more corrupt in her inordinate love than she, and in her whoredoms more than her sister in her whoredoms. 12 She doted upon the Assyrians her neigh- bours, captains and rulers clothed most gorgeous- ly, horsemen riding upon horses, all of them de- sirable young men. 13 Then I saw that she was defiled, that they took both one way, 14 And that she increased her whoredoms : for when she saw men pourtrayed upon the wall, the images of the Chaldeans pourtrayed with ver- milion, 15 Girded with girdles upon their loins, ex- ceeding in dyed attire upon their heads, all of them princes to look to, after the manner of the Babylonians of Chaldea, the land of their nativity : 16 And as soon as she saw them with her eyes, she doted upon them, and sent messengers unto them into Chaldea. 17 And the Babylonians came to her into the bed of love, and they defiled her with their whore- dom, and she was polluted with them, and her mind was alienated from them. 18 So she discovered her whoredoms, and dis- covered her nakedness: then my mind was alien- ated from her, like as my mind was alienated from her sister. 19 Yet she multiplied her whoredoms, in call- ing to remembrance the days of her youth, where- in she had played the harlot in the land of Egypt. 20 For she doted upon their paramours, whose flesh is as the flesh of asses, and whose issue is like the issue of horses. 21 Thus thou calledst to remembrance the lewdness of thy youth, in bruising thy teats by the Egyptians for the paps of thy youth, 22 Therefore, O Aholibah, thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I will raise up thy lovers against thee, from whom thy mind is alienated, and I will bring them against thee on every side; 23 The Babylonians, and all the Chaldeans, Pekod, and Shoa, and Koa, and all the Assyrians with them : all of them desirable young men, cap- tains and rulers, great lords and renowned, all of them riding upon horses. 24 And they shall come against thee with chariots, wagons, and wheels, and with an assem- bly of people, which shall set against thee buckler and shield and helmet round about: and I will set judgment before them, and they shall judge thee according to their judgments, 25 And I will set my jealousy against thee, and they shall deal furiously with thee: they shall take away thy nose and thine ears ; and thy rem- nant shall fall by the sword: they shall take thy sons and thy daughters; and thy residue shall be devoured by the fire. 26 They shall also strip thee out of thy clothes, and take away thy fair jewels. 27 Thus will I make thy lewdness to cease from thee, and thy whoredom brought from the land of Egypt: so that thou shalt not lift up thine eyes unto them, nor remember Egypt any more. 28 For thus saith the Lord God ; Behold, I will deliver thee into* the hand of them whom thou hatest, into the hand of them from whom thy mind is alienated: 29 And they shall deal with thee hatefully, and shall take away all thy labour, and shall leave thee naked and bare: and the nakedness of thy 502 Their judgments shewn. EZEKIEL, XXIY. (24) Parable of a boiling pot. whoredoms shall be discovered, both thy lewdness and thy whoredoms. 30 I will do these things: unto thee, because thou hast gone a whoring after the heathen, and because thou art polluted with their idols. 31 Thou hast walked in the way of thy sister; therefore will I give her cup into thine hand. 32 Thus saith the Lord God; Thou shalt drink of thy sister's cup deep and large: thou shalt be laughed to scorn and had in derision; it con- taineth much. 33 Thou shalt be filled with drunkenness and sorrow, with the cup of astonishment and desola- tion, with the cup of thy sister Samaria. 34 Thou shalt even drink it and suck it out, and thou shalt break the sherds thereof, and pluck off thine own breasts: for I have spoken it, saith the Lord God. 35 Therefore thus saith the Lord God ; Because thou hast forgotten me, and cast me behind thy back, therefore bear thou also thy lewdness and thy whoredoms. 36 The Lord said moreover unto me; Son of man, wilt thou judge Aholah and Aholibah? yea, declare unto them their abominations; 37 That they have committed adultery, and blood is in their hands, and with their idols have they committed adultery, and have also caused their sons, whom they bare unto me, to pass for them through the fire, to devour them. 38 Moreover this they have done unto me: they have defiled my sanctuary in the same day, and have profaned my sabbaths. 39 For when they had slain their children to their idols, then they came the same day into my sanctuary to profane it; and, lo, thus have they done in the midst of mine house. 40 And furthermore, that ye have sent for men to come from far, unto whom a messenger was sent; and, lo, they came: for whom thou didst wash thyself, paintedst thy eyes, and deckedst thyself with ornaments, 41 And safest upon a stately bed, and a table prepared before it, whereupon thou hast set mine incense and mine oil. 42 And a voice of a multitude being at ease was with her: and with the men of the common sort were brought Sabeans from the wilderness, which put bracelets upon their hands, and beau- tiful crowns upon their heads. 43 Then said I unto her that was old in adulteries, Will they now commit whoredoms with her, and she with them? 44 Yet they Avent in unto her, as they go in unto a woman that playeth the harlot: so went they in unto Aholah and unto Aholibah, the lewd women. 45 And the righteous men, they shall judge them after the manner of adulteresses, and after the manner of women that shed blood; because they are adulteresses, and blood is in their hands: 46 For thus saith the Lord God; I will bring up a company upon them, and will give them to be removed and spoiled. 47 And the company shall stone them with etones, and dispatch them with their swords; they shall slay their sons and their daughters, and burn up their houses with fire. 48 Thus will I cause lewdness to cease out of the land, that all women may be taught not to do after your lewdness. 49 And they shall recompense your lewdness upon you, and ye shall bear the sins of your idols: and ye shall know that I am the Lord God. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) 1 Under the parable of a boiling pot, 6 is shewed the ir- revocable destruction of Jerusalem. 15 By the sign of Ezekiel not mourning for the death of his wife, 19 is shewed the calamity of the Jews to be beyond all sorrow. AGAIN in the ninth year, in the tenth month, in the tenth day of the month, the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, *J> Son of man, write thee the name of the day, even of this same day: the king of Babylon set himself against Jerusalem this same day. 3 And utter a parable unto the rebellious house, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God ; Set on a pot, set it on, and also pour water into it: 4 Gather the pieces thereof into it, even every good piece, the thigh, and the shoulder ; fill it with the choice bones. 5 Take the choice or the flock, and burn also the bones under it, and make it boil well, and let them seethe the bones of it therein. 6 Wherefore thus saith the Lord God; Woe to the bloody city, to the pot whose scum is therein, and whose scum is not gone out of it! bring it out piece by piece; let no lot fall upon it. 7 For her blood is in the midst of her; she set it upon the top of a rock ; she poured it not upon the ground, to cover it with dust; 8 That it might cause fury to come up to take vengeance; I have set her blood upon the top of a rock, that it should not be covered. 9 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; Woe to the bloody city! I will even make the pile for fire great. 10 Heap on wood, kindle the fire, consume the flesh, and spice it well, and let the bones be burned. 11 Then set it empty upon the coals thereof, that the brass of it may be hot, and may burn, and that the filthiness of it may be molten in it, that the scum of it may be consumed. 12 She hath wearied herself with lies, and her great scum went not forth out of her: her scum shall be in the fire. 13 In thy filthiness is lewdness: because I have purged thee, and thou wast not purged, thou shalt not be purged from thy filthiness any more, till I have caused my fury to rest upon thee. 14 I the Lord have spoken it: it shall come to pass, and I will do it ; I will not go back, neither will I spare, neither will I repent; according to thy ways, and according to thy doings, shall they judge thee, saith the Lord God. 15 Also the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 593 God's vengeance upon EZEKIEL, XXV. (25) the Ammonites, &c. 16 Son of man, behold, I take away from th.ee the desire of thine eyes with a stroke : yet neither shalt thou mourn nor weep, neither shall thy tears run down. 17 Forbear to cry, make no mourning for the dead, bind the tire of thine head upon thee, and put on thy shoes upon thy feet, and cover not thy lips, and eat not the bread of men. 18 So I spake unto the people in the morning: and at even my wife died; and I did in the morn- ing as I was commanded. 19 xlnd the people said unto me, Wilt thou not tell us what these things are to us, that thou doest so? 20 Then I answered them, the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 21 Speak unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I will profane my sanctu- ary, the excellency of your strength, the desire of your eyes, and that which your soul pitieth; and your sons and your daughters whom ye have left shall fall by the sword. 22 And ye shall do as I have done : ye shall not cover your lips, nor eat the bread of men. 23 And your tires shall be upon your heads, and your shoes upon your feet : ye shall not mourn nor weep; but ye shall pine away for your iniqui- ties, and mourn one toward another. 24 Thus Ezekiel is unto you a sign: according to all that he hath done shall ye do: and when this cometh, ye shall know that I am the Lord God. 25 Also, thou son of man, shall it not be in the day when I take from them their strength, the joy of their glory, the desire of their eyes, and that whereupon they set their minds, their sons and their daughters, 26 That he that escapeth in that day shall come unto thee, to cause thee to hear it with thine ears? 27 In that day shall thy mouth be opened to him which is escaped, and thou shalt speak, and be no more dumb: and thou shalt be a sign unto them; and they shall know that I am the Lord. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 1 God's vengeance, for their insolency against the Jews, upon the Ammonites; 8 upon Moab and Seir; 12 upon Edom, 15 and upon the Philistines. THE word of the Lord came again unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, set thy face against the Ammon- ites, and prophesy against them; 3 And say unto the Ammonites, Hear the word of the Lord God; Thus saith the Lord God; Be- cause thou saidst, Aha, against my sanctuary, when it was profaned; and against the land of Israel, when it was desolate; and against the house of Judah, when they went into captivity; 4 Behold, therefore I will deliver thee to the men of the east for a possession, and they shall set their palaces in thee, and make their dwell- ings, in thee: they shall eat thy fruit, and they shall drink thy milk. 5 And I will make Rabbah a stable for camels, and the Ammonites a couching place for flocks: and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 6 For thus saith the Lord God; Because thou hast clapped thine hands, and stamped with the feet, and rejoiced in heart with all thy despite against the land of Israel; 7 Behold, therefore I will stretch out mine hand upon thee, and will deliver thee for a spoil to the heathen ; and I will cut thee off from the peo- ple, and I will cause thee to perish out of the countries: I will destroy thee; and thou shalt know that I am the Lord. 8 Thus saith the Lord God; Because that Moab and Seir do say, Behold, the house of Judah is like unto all the heathen; 9 Therefore, behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities which are on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Beth- jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim, 10 Unto the men of the east with the Ammon- ites, and will give them in possession, that the Ammonites may not be remembered among the nations. 11 And I will execute judgments upon Moab; and they shall know that I am the Lord. 12 Thus saith the Lord God; Because that Edom hath dealt against the house of Judah by taking vengeance, and hath greatly offended, and revenged himself upon them; 13 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; I will also stretch out mine hand upon Edom, and will cut off man and beast from it ; and I will make it desolate from Teman; and they of Dedan shall fall by the sword. 14 And I will lay my vengeance upon Edom by the hand of my people Israel : and they shall do in Edom according to mine anger and according to my fury; and they shall know my vengeance, saith the Lord God. 15 Thus saith the Lord God ; Because the Phil- istines have dealt by revenge, and have taken vengeance with a despiteful heart, to destroy it for the old hatred; 16 Therefore thus saith the Lord God ; Behold, I will stretch out mine hand upon the Philistines, and I will cut off the Cherethims, and destroy the remnant of the sea coast. 17 And I will execute great vengeance upon them with furious rebukes; and they shall know, that I am the Lord, when I shall lay my ven< geance upon them. CHAPTER XXVI. (26) 1 Tyrus, for insulting against Jerusalem, is threatened. 7 The power of Nebuchadrezzar against her. 15 The mourning and astonishment of the sea at her fall. AND it came to pass in the eleventh year, in the first day of the month, that the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, because that Tyrus hath said against Jerusalem, Aha, she is broken that was the gates of the people: she is turned unto me: I shall be replenished, now she is laid waste: 3 Therefore thus saith the Lord God ; Behold, I am against thee, O Tyrus, and will cause many nations to come up against thee, as the sea causeth his waves to come up. 594 Tlie riches and large EZEKIEL, XXVI. (26) commerce of Tyrus. 4 And they shall destroy the walls of Tyrus, and break down her towers: I will also scrape her dust from her, and make her like the top of a rock. 5 It shall be a place for the spreading of nets in the midst of the sea: for I have spoken it, saith the Lord God : and it shall become a spoil to the nations. 6 And her daughters which are in the field shall be slain by the sword; and they shall know that I am the Lord. 7 For thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I will bring upon Tyrus Nebuchadrezzar king of Baby- lon, a king of kings, from the north, with horses, and with chariots, and with horsemen, and com- panies, and much people. 8 He shall slay with the sword thy daughters in the field : and he shall make a fort against thee, and cast a mount against thee, and lift up the buckler against thee. 9 And he shall set engines of war against tny walls, and with his axes he shall break down thy towers. 10 By reason of the abundance of his horses their dust shall cover thee: thy walls shall shake at the noise of the horsemen, and of the wheels, and of the chariots, when he shall enter into thy gates, as men enter into a city wherein is made a breach. 11 With the hoofs of his horses shall he tread down all thy streets: he shall slay thy people by the sword, and thy strong garrisons shall go down to the ground. 12 And they shall make a spoil of thy riches, and make a prey of thy merchandise: and they shall break down thy walls, and destroy thy pleasant houses: and they shall lay thy stones and thy timber and thy dust in the midst of the water. 13 And I will cause the noise of thy songs to cease; and the sound of thy harps shall be no more heard. 14 And I will make thee like the top of a rock: thou shalt be a place to spread nets upon; thou shalt be built no more: for I the Lord have spoken it, saith the Lord God. 15 Thus saith the Lord God to Tyrus; Shall not the isles shake at the sound of thy fall, when the wounded cry, when the slaughter is made in the midst of thee? 1G Then all the princes of the sea shall come down from their thrones, and lay away their robes, and put off their broidered garments: they shall clothe themselves with trembling; they shall sit upon the ground, and shall tremble at every mo- ment, and be astonished at thee. 17 And they shall take up a lamentation for thee, and say to thee, How art thou destroyed, that wast inhabited of seafaring men, the re- nowned city, which wast strong in the sea, she and her inhabitants, which cause their terror to be on all that haunt it! 18 Now shall the isles tremble in the day of thy fall ; yea, the isles that are in the sea shall be troubled at thy departure. 19 For thus saith the Lord God; When I shall make thee a desolate city, like the cities that are not inhabited; when I shall bring up the deep upon thee, and great waters shall cover thee; 20 When I shall bring thee down with them that descend into the pit,- with the people of old time, and shall set thee. in the low parts of the earth, in places desolate of old, with them that go down to the pit, that thou be not inhabited; and I shall set glory in the land of the living; 21 I will make thee a terror, and thou shalt be no more: though thou be sought for, yet shalt thou never be found again, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XXVII. (27) 1 The rich supply of Tyrus. 26 The great and unrecov- erable fall thereof. THE word of the Lord came again unto me, saying, 2 Now, thou son of man, take up a lamentation for Tyrus; 3 And say unto Tyrus, O thou that art situate at the entry of the sea, which art a merchant of the people for many isles, Thus saith the Lord God; O Tyrus, thou hast said, I am of perfect beauty. 4 Thy borders are in the midst of the seas, thy builders have perfected thy beauty. 5 They have made all thy ship boards of fir trees of Senir; they have taken cedars from Leb- anon to make masts for thee. 6 Of the oaks of Bashan have they made thine oars; the company of the Ashurites have made thy benches of ivory, brought out of the isles of Ohittim. 7 Fine linen with broidered work from Egypt was that which thou spreadest forth to be thy sail; blue and purple from the isles of Elishah was that which covered thee. 8 The inhabitants of Zidon and Arvad were thy mariners: thy wise men, O Tyrus, that were in thee, were thy pilots. 9 The ancients of Gebal and the wise men thereof were in thee thy calkers: all the ships of the sea with their mariners were in thee to oc- cupy thy merchandise. 10 They of Persia and of Lud and of Phut were in thine army, thy men of war: they hanged the shield and helmet in thee; they set forth thy comeliness. 11 The men of Arvad with thine army were upon thy walls round about, and the Gammadims were in thy towers: they hanged their shields upon thy walls round about ; they have made thy beauty perfect. 12 Tarshish was thy merchant by reason of the multitude of all kind of riches; with silver, iron, tin, and lead, they traded in thy fairs. 13 Javan, Tubal, and Meshech, they were thy merchants: they traded the persons of men and vessels of brass in thy market. 14 They of the house of Togarmah traded in thy fairs with horses and horsemen and mules. 15 The men of Dedan were thy merchants; many isles were the merchandise of thine hand: they brought thee for a present horns of ivory and ebonv. 595 ov The great fall thereof. EZEKIEL, XXVIII. ^28) Judgment upon prince of Tyrus. 16 Syria was thy merchant by reason of the multitude of the wares of thy making: they occu- pied in thy fairs with emeralds, purple, and broid- ered work, and fine linen, and coral, and agate. 17 Judah, and the land of Israel, they were thy merchants: they traded in thy market wheat of Minnith, and Pannag, and honey, and oil, and balm. 18 Damascus was thy merchant in the multi- tude of the wares of thy making, for the multi- tude of all riches; in the wine of Helbon, and white wool. 19 Dan also and Javan going to and fro occu- pied in thy fairs: bright iron, cassia, and calamus, were in thy market. 20 Dedan was thy merchant in precious clothes for chariots. 21 Arabia, and all the princes of Kedar, they occupied with thee in lambs, and rams, and goats ; in these were they thy merchants. 22 The merchants of Sheba and Kaamah, they were thy merchants: they occupied in thy fairs with chief of all spices, and with all precious stones, and gold. 23 Haran, and Canneh, and Eden, the mer- chants of Sheba, Asshur, and Chilmad, were thy merchants. 24 These were thy merchants in all sorts of things, in blue clothes, and broidered work, and in chests of rich apparel, bound with cords, and made of cedar, among thy merchandise. 25 The ships of Tarshish did sing of thee in thy market: and thou wast replenished, and made very glorious in the midst of the seas. 26 Thy rowers have brought thee into great waters: the east wind hath broken thee in the midst of the seas. 27 Thy riches, and thy fairs, thy merchandise, thy mariners, and thy pilots, thy calkers, and the occupiers of thy merchandise, and all thy men of war, that are in thee, and in all thy company which is in the midst of thee, shall fall into the midst of the seas in the day of thy ruin. 28 The suburbs shall shake at the sound of the cry of thy pilots. 29 And all that handle the oar, the mariners, and all the pilots of the sea, shall come down from their ships, they shall stand upon the land; 30 And shall cause their voice to be heard against thee, and shall cry bitterly, and shall cast up dust upon their heads, they shall wallow them- selves in the ashes: ■ 31 And they shall make themselves utterly Bald for thee, and gird them with sackcloth, and they shall weep for thee with bitterness of heart and bitter wailing. 32 And in their wailing they shall take up a lamentation for thee, and lament over thee, say ing, What city is like Tyrus, like the destroyed in the midst of the sea? 33 When thy wares went forth out of the seas, thou filledst many people; thou didst enrich the kings of the earth with the multitude of thy riches and of thy merchandise. 34 In the time when thou shalt be broken by the seas in the depths of the waters thy mer- chandise and all thy company in the midst of thee shall fall. 35 All the inhabitants of the isles shall be astonished at thee, and their kings shall be sore afraid, they shall be troubled in their counten- ance. 36 The merchants among the people shall hiss at thee; thou shalt be a terror, and never shalt be any more. CHAPTER XXVIII. (28) 1 God's judgment upon the prince of Tyrus for his sac- rilegious pride. 11 A lamentation of his great glory corrupted by sin. 20 The judgment of Zidon. 24 The restoration of Israel. HE word of the Lord came again unto me, T 2 Son of man, say unto the prince of Tyrus, Thus saith the Lord God; Because thine heart is lifted up, and thou hast said, I am a God, I sit in the seat of God, in the midst of the seas; yet thou art a man, and not God, though thou set thine heart as the heart of God: 3 Behold, thou art wiser than Daniel; there is no secret that they can hide from thee: 4 With thy wisdom and with thine understand- ing thou hast gotten thee riches, and hast gotten gold and silver into thy treasures: 5 By thy great wisdom and by thy traflSck hast thou increased thy riches, and thine heart is lifted up because of thy riches: 6 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; Because thou hast set thine heart as the heart of God; 7 Behold, therefore I will bring strangers upon thee, the terrible of the nations: and they shall draw their swords against the beauty of thy wis- dom, and they shall defile thy brightness. 8 They shall bring thee down to the pit, and thou shalt die the deaths of them that are slain in the midst of the seast 9 Wilt thou yet say before him that slayeth thee, I am God? but thou shalt be a man, and no God, in the hand of him that slayeth thee. 10 Thou shalt die the deaths of the uncircum- cised by the hand of strangers: for I have spoken it, saith the Lord God. 11 Moreover the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 12 Son of man, take up a lamentation upon the king of Tyrus, and say unto him, Thus saith the Lord God; Thou sealest up the sum, full of wis- dom, and perfect in beauty. 13 Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God; every precious stone was thy covering, the sardius, topaz, and the diamond, the beryl, the onyx, and the jasper, the sapphire, the emerald, and the carbuncle, and gold : the workmanship of thy tabrets and of thy pipes was prepared in thee in the day that thou wast created. 14 Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I have set thee so: thou wast upon the holy mountain of God ; thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire. 15 Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the d&5 696 Judgment of Zidon. EZEKIEL, XXIX. (29) Judgment of Pharaoh. that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee. 16 By the multitude of thy merchandise they have filled the midst of thee with violence, and thou hast sinned : therefore I will cast thee as pro- fane out of the mountain of God: and I will de- stroy thee, O covering cherub, from the midst of the stones of fire. 17 Thine heart was lifted up because of thy beauty, thou hast corrupted thy wisdom by reason of thy brightness: I will cast thee to the ground, I will lay thee before kings, that they may behold thee. IS Thou hast defiled thy sanctuaries by the multitude of thine iniquities, by the iniquity of thy traffick; therefore will I bring forth a fire from the midst of thee, it shall devour thee, and I will bring thee to ashes upon the earth in the sight of all them that behold thee. 19 All they that know thee among the people shall be astonished at thee: thou shalt be a terror, and never shalt thou be any more. 20 Again the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 21 Son of man, set thy face against Zidon, and prophesy against it, 22 And say, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against thee, O Zidon; and I will be glorified in the midst of thee; and they shall know that I am the Lord, when I shall have executed judg- ments in her, and shall be sanctified in her. 23 For I will send into her pestilence, and blood into her streets; and the wounded shall be judged in the midst of her by the sword upon her on every side ; and they shall know that I am the Lord. 24 And there shall be no more a pricking brier unto the house of Israel, nor any grieving thorn of all that are round about them, that despised them; and they shall know that I am the Lord God. 25 Thus saith the Lord God ; When I shall have gathered the house of Israel from the people among whom they are scattered, and shall be sanctified in them in the sight of the heathen, then shall they dwell in their land that I have given to my servant Jacob. 26 And they shall dwell safely therein, and shall build houses, and plant vineyards; yea, they shall dwell with confidence, when I have executed judgments upon all those that despise them round about them; and they shall know that I am the Lord their God. CHAPTER XXIX. (29) 1 The judgment of Pharaoh for his treachery to Israel. 8 The desolation of Egypt. 13 The restoration thereof after forty years. 17 Egypt the reward of Nebuchad- rezzar. 21 Israel shall be restored. IN the tenth year, in the tenth month, in the twelfth day of the month, the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, set thy face against Pharaoh king of Egypt, and prophesy against him, and against all Egypt: 3 Speak, and say, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against thee, Pharaoh king of Egyptjj the great dragon that lieth in the midst of his rivers, which hath said, My river is mine own, and I have made it for myself. 4 But I will put hooks in thy jaws, and I will cause the fish of thy rivers to stick unto thy scales, and I will bring thee up out of the midst of thy rivers, and all the fish of thy rivers shall stick unto thy scales. 5 And I will leave thee thrown into the wilder- ness, thee and all the fish of thy rivers : thou shalt fall upon the open fields; thou shalt not be brought together, nor gathered: I have given thee for meat. to the beasts of the field and to the fowls of the heaven. 6 And all the inhabitants of Egypt shall know that I am the Lord, because they have been a staff of reed to the house of Israel. 7 When they took hold of thee by thy hand, thou didst break, and rend all their shoulder: and when they leaned upon thee, thou brakest, and madest all their loins to be at a stand. 8 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I will bring a sword upon thee, and cut off man and beast out of thee. 9 And the land of Egypt shall be desolate and waste; and they shall know that I am the Lord: because he hath said, The river is mine, and I have made it. 10 Behold, therefore I am against thee, and against thy rivers, and I will make the land of Egypt utterly waste and desolate, from the tower of Syene even unto the border of Ethiopia, 11 No foot of man shall pass through it, nor foot of beast shall pass through it, neither shall it be inhabited forty years. 12 And I will make the land of Egypt desolate in the midst of the countries that are desolate, and her cities among . the cities that are laid waste shall be desolate forty years: and I will scatter the Egyptians among the nations, and will disperse them through the countries. 13 Yet thus saith the Lord God; At the end of forty years will I gather the Egyptians from the people whither they were scattered: 14 And I will bring again the captivity of Egypt, and will cause them to return into the land of Pathros, into the land of their habitation; and they shall be there a base kingdom. 15 It" shall be the basest of the kingdoms; neither shall it exalt itself any more above the nations: for I will diminish them, that they shall no more rule over the nations. 16 And it shall be no more the confidence of the house of Israel, which bringeth their iniquity to remembrance, when they shall look after them: but they shall know that I am the Lord God. 17 And it came to pass in the seven and twentieth year, in the first month, in the first day of the month, the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 18 Son of man, Nebuchadrezzar king of Baby- lon caused his army to serve a great service 587 flB Desolation of Egypt EZEKIEL, XXX. (30) and her helpers. against Tyrus: every head was made bald, and every shoulder was peeled: yet had he no wages, nor his army, for Tyrus, for the service that he had served against it: 19 Therefore thus saith the Lord God ; Behold, I will give the land of Egypt unto Nebuchadrez- zar king of Babylon ; and he shall take her multi- tude, and take her spoil, and take her prey; and it shall be the wages for his army. 20 I have given him the land of Egypt for his labour wherewith he served against it, because they wrought for me, saith the Loof man, I have set thee a watchman unto the house of Israel; therefore thou shalt hear the word at my mouth, and warn them from me. 8 When I say unto the wicked, O wicked man, thou shalt surely die; if thou dost not speak to warn the wicked from his way, that wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood will I re- quire at thine hand. 9 Nevertheless, if thou warn the wicked of his way to turn from it; if he do not turn from his way, he shall die in his iniquity; but thou hast delivered thy soul. 10 Therefore, O thou son of man, speak unto the house of Israel ; Thus ye speak, saying, If our eoo Equity of God's dealings. EZEKIEL, XXXIV. (34) A reproof of the shepherds. transgressions and our sins be upon us, and we pine away in them, how should we then live? 11 Say unto them, As I live, saith the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel? 12 Therefore, thou son of man, say unto the children of thy people, The righteousness of the righteous shall not deliver him in the day of his transgression: as for the wickedness of the wicked, he shall not fall thereby in the day that he turneth from his wickedness; neither shall the righteous be able to live for his righteousness in the day that he sinnetk 13 When I shall say to the righteous, that he shall surely live; if he trust to his owu righteous- ness, and commit iniquity, all his righteousnesses shall not be remembered; but for his iniquity that he hath committed, he shall die for it. 14 Again, when I say unto the wicked, Thou shalt surely die; if he turn from his sin, and do that which is lawful and right; 15 If the wicked restore the pledge, give again that he had robbed, walk in the statutes of life, without committing iniquity; he shall surely live, he shall not die. 16 None of his sins that he hath committed shall be mentioned unto' him: he hath done that which is lawful and right; he shall surely live. 17 Yet the children of thy people say, The way of the Lord is not equal: but as for them, their way is not equal. 18 When the righteous turneth from his righteousness, and committeth iniquity, he shall even die thereby. 19 But if the wicked turn from his wickedness, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall live thereby. 20 Yet ye say, The way of the Lord is not equal. O ye house of Israel, I will judge you every one after his ways. 21 And it came to pass in the twelfth year of our captivity, in the tenth month, in the fifth day of the month, that one that had escaped out of Jerusalem came unto me, saying, The city is smitten. 22 Now the hand of the Lord was upon me in the evening, afore he that was escaped came; and had opened my mouth, nntil he came to me in the morning; and my mouth was opened, and I was no more dumb. 23 Then the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 24 Bon of man, they that inhabit those wastes of the land of Israel speak, saying, Abraham was one, and he inherited the land: but we are many; the land is given us for inheritance. 25 Wherefore say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God ; Ye eat with the blood, and lift up your eyes toward your idols, and shed blood: and shall ye possess the land? 26 Ye stand upon your sword, ye work abomi- nation, and ye defile every one his neighbour's wife: and shall ye possess the land? 27 Say thou thus unto them, Thus saith the Lord God ; As I live, surely they that are in the wastes shall fall by the sword, and him that is in the open field will I give to the beasts to be devoured, and they that be in the forts and in the caves shall die of the pestilence. 28 For I will lay the land most desolate, and the pomp of her strength shall cease; and the mountains of Israel shall be desolate, that none shall pass through. 29 Then shall they know that I am the Lord, when I have laid the land most desolate because of all their abominations which they have com- mitted. 30 Also, thou son of man, the children of thy people still are talking against thee by the walls and in the doors of the houses, and speak one to another, every one to his brother, saying, Come, I pray you, and hear what is the word that cometh forth from the Lord. 31 And they come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness. 32 And, lo, thou art unto them as a very lovely song of one that hath 1 a pleasant voice, and can play well on an instrument: for they hear thy words, but they do them not. 33 And when this cometh to pass, (lo, it will come,) then shall they know that a prophet hath been among them CHAPTER XXXIV. (34) 1 A reproof of the shepherds. 7 God's judgment against them. 11 His providence for his flock. 20 The king- dom of Christ. AND the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel, prophesy, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God unto the shepherds ; Woe be to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks? 3 Ye eat the fat, and ye clothe you with the wool, ye kill them that are fed: but ye feed not the flock. 4 The diseased have ye not strengthened, neither have ye healed that which was sick, neither have ye bound up that which was broken, neither have ye brought again that which was driven away, neither have ye sought that which was lost; but with force and with cruelty have ye ruled them. •5 And they were scattered, because there is no shepherd : and they became meat to all the beasts of the field, when they were scattered. 6 My sheep wandered through all the mount- ains, and upon every high hill : yea, my flock was scattered upon all the face of the earth, and none did search or seek after them. 7 Therefore, ye shepherds, hear the word of the Lord; 8 As I live, saith the Lord God, surely because 601 God's providence for his flock. EZEKIEL, XXXV. (35) Judgment of mount Seir. nry flock became a prey, and my flock became meat to every beast of the field, because there was no shepherd, neither did my shepherds search for my flock, but the shepherds fed them- selves, and fed not my flock; 9 Therefore, O ye shepherds, hear the word of the Lord; 10 Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against the shepherds; and I will require my flock at their hand, and cause them to cease from feeding the flock; neither shall the shepherds feed themselves any more; for I will deliver my flock from their mouth, that they may not be meat for them. 11 For thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I, even I, will both search my sheep, and seek them out. 12 As a shepherd seeketh out his flock in the day that he is among his sheep that are scat- tered; so will I seek out my sheep, and will de- liver them out of all places where they have been scattered in the cloudy and dark day. 13 And I will bring them out from the people, and gather them from the countries, and will bring them to their own land, and feed them upon the mountains of Israel by the rivers, and in all the inhabited places of the country. 14 I will feed them in a good pasture, and upon the high mountains of Israel shall their fold be : there shall they lie in a good fold, and in a fat pasture shall they feed upon the mountains of Israel. 15 I will feed my flock, and I will cause them to lie down, saith the Lord God. 1.6 I will seek that which was lost, and bring again that which was driven away, and will bind up that which was broken, and will strengthen that which was sick: but I will destroy the fat and the strong; I will feed them with judgment. 17 And as for you, O my flock, thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I judge between cattle and cat- tle, between the rams and the he goats. 18 Seemeth it a small thing unto you to have eaten up the good pasture, but ye must tread down with your feet the residue of your pastures? and to have drunk of the deep waters, but ye must foul the residue with your feet? 19 And as for my flock, they eat that which ye have trodden with your feet; and they drink that which ye have fouled with your feet. 20 Therefore thus saith the Lord God unto them; Behold, I, even I, will judge between the fat cattle and between the lean cattle. 21 Because ye have thrust with side and with shoulder, and pushed all the diseased with your horns, till ye have scattered them abroad ; 22 Therefore will I save my flock, and they shall no more be a prey; and I will judge between cattle and cattle. 23 And I will set up one shepherd over them, and he shall feed them, even my servant David; he shall feed them, and he shall be their shep- herd. 24 And I the Lord will be their God, and my servant David a prince among them; I the Lord have spoken it. 25 And I will make with them a covenant of peace, and will cause the evil beasts to cease out of the land: and they shall dwell safely in the wil- derness, and sleep in the woods. 26 And I will make them and the places round about my hill a blessing; and I will cause the shower to come down in his season ; there shall be showers of blessing. 27 And the tree of the field shall yield her fruit, and the earth shall yield her increase, and they shall be safe in their land, a.nd shall know that I am the Lord, when I have broken the bands of their yoke, and delivered them out of the hand of those that served themselves of them. 28 And they shall no more be a prey to the heathen, neither shall the beast of the land de- vour them ; but they shall dwell safely, and none shall make them afraid. 29 And I will raise up for thfem a plant of re- nown, and they shall be no more consumed with hunger in the land, neither bear the shame of the heathen any more. 30 Thus shall they know, that I the Lord their God am with them, and that they, even the house of Israel, are my people, saith the Lord God. 31 And ye my flock, the flock of my pasture, are men, and I am your God, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XXXV. (35) The judgment of mount Seir for their hatred of Israel. MOREOVER the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, set thy face against mount Seir, and prophesy against it, 3 And say unto it, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, O mount Seir, I am against thee, and I will stretch out mine hand against thee, and I will make thee most desolate. 4 I will lay thy cities waste, and thou shalt be desolate, and thou shalt know that I am the Lord. 5 Because thou hast had a perpetual hatred, and hast shed the blood of the children of Israel by the force of the sword in the time of their calamity, in the time that their iniquity had an end: 6 Therefore, as I live, saith the Lord God, I will prepare thee unto blood, and blood shall pur- sue thee: sith thou hast not hated blood, even blood shall pursue thee. 7 Thus will I make mount Seir most desolate, and cut off from it him that passeth out and him that returaeth. 8 And I will fill his mountains with his slain men: in thy hills, and in thy valleys, and in all thy rivers, shall they fall that are slain with the sword. 9 I will make thee perpetual desolations, and thy cities shall not return: and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 10 Because thou hast said, These two nations and these two countries shall be mine, and we will possess it; whereas the Lord was there: 11 Therefore, as I live, saith the Lord God, I will even do according to thine anger, and ac- 602 Israel is comforted, and EZEKIEL, XXXVI. (36) promised gracious blessings. cording to thine envy which thou hast used out of thy hatred against them; and I will make my- self known among them, when I have judged thee. 12 And thou shalt know that I am the Lord, and that I have heard all thy blasphemies which thou hast spoken against the mountains of Israel, saying, They are laid desolate, they are given us to consume. 13 Thus with your mouth ye have boasted against me, and have multiplied your words against me: I have heard them. 14 Thus saith the Lord God; When the whole earth rejoiceth, I will make thee desolate. 15 As thou didst rejoice at the inheritance of the house of Israel, because it was desolate, so will I do unto thee: thou shalt be desolate, O mount Seir, and all Idumea, even all of it: and they shall know that I am the Lord. CHAPTER XXXVI. (36) 1 The land of Israel is comforted, both by destruction of the heathen, who spitefully used it, 8 and by the bless- ings of God promised unto it. 16 Israel was rejected for their sin, 21 and shall be restored without their desert. 25 The blessings of Christ's kingdom. ALSO, thou son of man, prophesy unto the mountains of Israel, and say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord : 2 Thus saith the Lord God; Because the enemy hath said against you, Aha, even the ancient high places are our's in possession: 3 Therefore prophesy and say, Thus saith the Lord God ; Because they have made you desolate, and swallowed you up on every side, that ye might be a possession unto the residue of the heathen, and ye are taken up in the lips of talk- ers, and are an infamy of the people : 4 Therefore, ye mountains of Israel, 'hear the word of the Lord God; Thus saith the Lord God to the mountains, and to the hills, to the rivers, and to the valleys, to the desolate wastes, and to the cities that are forsaken, which became a prey and derision to the residue of the heathen that are round about; 5 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; Surely in the fire of my jealousy have I spoken against the residue of the heathen, and against all Idu- mea, which have appointed my land into their possession with the joy of all their heart, with despiteful minds, to cast it out for a prey. 6 Prophesy therefore concerning the land of Israel, and say unto the mountains, and to the hills, to the rivers, and to the valleys, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I have spoken in my jealousy and in my fury, because ye have borne the shame of the heathen : 7 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; I have lifted up mine hand, Surely the heathen that are about you, they shall bear their shame. 8 But ye, O mountains of Israel, ye shall shoot forth your branches, and yield your fruit to my people of Israel ; for they are at hand to come. 9 For, behold, I am for you, and I will turn unto you, and ye shall be tilled and sown: 10 And I will multiply men upon you, all the house of Israel, even all of it: and the cities shall be inhabited, and the wastes shall be builded : 11 And I will multiply upon you man and beast; and they shall increase and bring fruit: and I will settle you after' your old estates, and will do better unto you than at your beginnings: and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 12 Yea, I will cause men to walk upon you, even my people Israel; and they shall possess thee, and thou shalt be their inheritance, and thou shalt no more henceforth bereave them of men. 13 Thus saith the Lord God ; Because they say unto you, Thou land devouredst -up men, and hast bereaved thy nations; 14 Therefore thou shalt devour men no more, neither bereave thy nations any more, saith the Lord God. 15 Neither will I cause men to hear in thee the shame of the heathen any more, neither shalt thou bear the reproach of the people any more, neither shalt thou cause thy nations to fall any more, saith the Lord God. 16 Moreover the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 17 Son of man, when the house of Israel dwelt in their own land, they defiled it by their own way and by their doings: their way was before me as the uncleanness of a removed woman. 18 Wherefore I poured my fury upon them for the blood that they had shed upon the land, and for their idols wherewith they had polluted it: 19 And I scattered them among the heathen, and they were dispersed through the countries: according to their way and according to their do- ings I judged them. 20 And when they entered unto the heathen, whither they went, they profaned my holy name, when they said to them, These are the people of the Lord, and are gone forth out of his land. 21 But I had pity for mine holy name, which the house cf Israel had profaned among the heathen, whither they went. 22 Therefore say unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God ; I do not this for your sakes, O house of Israel, but for mine holy name's sake, which ye have profaned among the heathen, whither ye went. 23 And I will sanctify my great name, which was profaned among the heathen, which ye have profaned in the midst of them; and the heathen shall know that I am the Lord, saith the Lord God, when I shall be sanctified in you before their eyes. 24 For I will take you from among the heathen, and gather you out of all countries, and will bring you into your own land. 25 Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and ye shall be clean: from all your filthiness, and from all your idols, will I cleanse you. 26 A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give vou an heart of flesh. 603 Resurrection EZEKIEL, XXXVII. (37) of dry bones. Ill 27 And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye snail keep my judgments, and do them. 28 And ye shall dwell in the land that I gave to your fathers ; and ye shall be my people, and I will be your God. 29 I will also save you from all your unclean- nesses: and I will call for the corn, and will in- crease it, and lay no famine upon you. 30 And I will multiply the fruit of the tree, and the increase of the field, that ye shall receive no more reproach of famine among the heathen. 31 Then shall ye remember your own evil ways, and your doings that were not good, and shall lothe yourselves in your own sight for your in- iquities and for your abominations. 32 Not for your sakes do I this, saith the Lord God, be it known unto you: be ashamed and con- founded for your own ways, O house of Israel. 33 Thus saith the Lord God; In the day that I shall have cleansed you from all your iniquities I will also cause you to dwell in the cities, and the wastes shall be builded. 34 And the desolate land shall be tilled, where- as it lay desolate in the sight of all that passed by. 35 And they shall say, This land that was deso- late is become like the garden of Eden; and the waste and desolate and ruined cities are become fenced, and are inhabited. 36 Then the heathen that are left round about you shall know that I the Lord build the ruined places, and plant that that was desolate: I the Lord have spoken it, and I will do it. 37 Thus saith the Lord God; I will yet for this be enquired of by the house of Israel, to do it for them ; I will increase them with men like a flock. 38 As the holy flock, as the flock of Jerusalem in her solemn feasts; so shall the waste cities be filled with flocks of men: and they shall know that I am the Lord. CHAPTER XXXVn. (37) 1 By the resurrection of dry bones, 11 the dead hope of Israel is revived. 15 By the uniting of two sticks, 18 is shewed the incorporation of Israel into Judah. 20 The promises of Christ's kingdom. THE hand of the Lord was upon me, and carried me out in the spirit of the Lord, and set me down in the midst of the valley which was full of bones, 2 And caused me to pass by them round about: and, behold, there were very many in the open valley; and, lo, they were very dry. 3 And he said unto me, Son of man, can these bones live? And I answered, O Lord God, thou know est. 4 Again he said unto me, Prophesy upon these bones, and say unto them, O ye dry bones, hear the word of the Lord. 5 Thus saith the Lord God unto these bones; Behold, I will cause breath to enter into you, and ye shall live: 6 And I will lay sinews upon you, and will bring up flesh upon you, and cover you with skin, and put breath in you, and ye shall live; and ye shall know that I am the Lord. 7 So I prophesied as I was commanded : and as I prophesied, there was a noise, and behold a shaking, and the bones came together, bone to his bone. 8 And when I beheld, lo, the sinews and the flesh came up upon them, and the skin covered them above: but there was no breath in them. 9 Then said he unto me, Prophesy unto the wind, prophesy, son of man, and say to the wind, Thus saith the Lord God; Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live. 10 So I prophesied as he commanded me, and the breath came into them, and they lived, and stood up upon their feet, an exceeding great army. 11 Then he said unto' me, Son of man, these bones are the Whole house of Israel: behold, they say, Our bones are dried, and our hope is lost : we are cut off for our parts. 12 Therefore prophesy and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, O my people, I will open your graves, and cause you to come up out of your graves, and bring you into the land of Israel. 13 And ye shall know that I am the Lord, when I have opened your graves, O my people, and brought you up out of your graves, 14 And shall put my spirit in you, and ye shall live, and I shall place you in your own land: then shall ye know that I the Lord haA r e spoken it, and performed it, saith the Lord. 15 The word of the Lord came again unto me, saying, 16 Moreover, thou son of man, take thee one stick, and write upon it, For Judah, and for the children of Israel his companions: then take an- other stick, and write upon it, For Joseph, the stick of Ephraim, and for all the house of Israel his companions: 17 And join them one to another into one stick ; and they shall become one in thine hand. 18 And when the children of thy people shall speak unto thee, saying, Wilt thou not shew us what thou meanest by these? 19 Say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I will take the stick of Joseph^ which is in the hand of Ephraim, and the tribes of Israel his fellows, and will put them with him, even with the stick of Judah, and make them one stick, and they shall be one in mine hand. 20 And the sticks whereon thou writest shall be in thine hand before their eyes. 21 And say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I will take the children of Israel from among the heathen, whither they be gone, and will gather them on every side, and bring them into their own land: 22 And I will make them one nation in the land upon the mountains of Israel; and one king shall be king to them all: and they shall be no more two nations, neither shall they be divided into two kingdoms any more at all: 604 Army, and EZEKIEL, XXXVIII. (38) malice of Gog. 23 Neither shall they defile themselves any more with their idols, nor with their detestable things, nor with any of their. transgressions: but I will save them out of all their dwellingplaces, wherein they have sinned, and will cleanse them: so shall they be my people, and I will be their God. 24 And David my servant shall be king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd: they shall also walk in my judgments, and observe my statutes, and do them. 25 And they shall dwell in the land that I have given unto Jacob my servant, wherein your fathers have dwelt; and they shall dwell therein, even they, and their children, and their children's children for ever: and my servant David shall be their prince for ever. 26 Moreover I will make a covenant of peace with them; it shall be an everlasting covenant with them: and I will place them, and multiply them, and will set my sanctuary in the midst of them for evermore. 27 My tabernacle also shall be with them: yea, I will be their God, and they shall be my people. 28 And the heathen shall know that I the Lord do sanctify Israel, when my sanctuary shall be in the midst of them for evermore. CHAPTER XXXVm. (38) 1 The army, 8 and malice of Gog. 14 God's judgment against him. AND the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, set thy face against Gog, the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech, and Tubal, and prophesy against him, 3 And say, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal: 4 And 1 will turn thee back, and put hooks into thy jaws, and I will bring thee forth, and all thine army, horses and horsemen, all of them clothed with all sorts of armour, even a great company with bucklers and shields, all of them handling swords: 5 Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya with them ; all of them with shield and helmet: 6 Gomer, and all his bands; the house of To- garmah of the north quarters, and all his bands: and many people with thee. 7 Be thou prepared, and prepare for thyself, thou, and all thy company that are assembled unto thee, and be thou a guard unto them. 8 After many days thou shalt be visited: in the latter years thou shalt come into the land that is brought back from the sword, and is gathered out of many people, against the mount- ains of Israel, which have been always waste: but it is brought forth out of the nations, and they shall dwell safely all of them. 9 Thou shalt ascend and come like a storm, thou shalt be like a cloud to cover the land, thou, and all thy bands, and many people with thee. 10 Thus saith the Lord God; It shall also come to pass, that at the same time shall things come into thy mind, and thou shalt think an evil thought : 11 And thou shalt say, I will go up to the land of unwalled villages; I will go to them that are at rest, that dwell safely, all of them dwelling without walls, and having neither bars nor gates, 12 To take a spoil, and to take a prey; to turn thine hand upon the desolate places that are now inhabited, and upon the people that are gathered out of the nations, which have gotten cattle and goods, that dwell in the midst of the land. 13 Sheba, and Dedan, and the merchants of Tarshish, with all the young lions thereof, shall say unto thee, Art thou come to take a spoil? hast thou gathered thy company to take a prey? to carry away silver and gold, to take away cattle and goods, to take a great spoil? 14 Therefore, son of man, prophesy and say unto Gog, Thus saith the Lord God; In that day when my people of Israel dwelleth safely, shalt thou not know it? 15 And thou shalt come from thy place out of the north parts, thou, and many people with thee, all of them riding upon horses, a great company, and a mighty army: 16 And thou shalt come up against my people of Israel, as a cloud to cover the land; it shall be in the latter days, and I will bring thee against my land, that the heathen may know me, when I shall be sanctified in thee, O God, before their eyes. 17 Thus saith the Lord God; Art thou he of whom I have spoken in old time by my servants the prophets of Israel, which prophesied in those days manv years that I would bring thee against them? 18 And it shall come to pass at the same time when Gog shall come against the land of Israel, saith the Lord God, that my fury shall come up in my face. 19 For in my jealousy and in the fire of my wrath have I spoken, Surely in that day there shall be a great shaking in the land of Israel; 20 So that the fishes of the sea, and the fowls of the heaven, and the beasts of the field, and all creeping things that creep upon the earth, and all the men that are upon the face of the earth, shall shake at my presence, and the mountains shall be thrown down, and the steep places shall fall, and every wall shall fall to the ground. 21 And I will call for a sword against him throughout all my mountains, saith the Lord God: every man's sword shall be against his brother. 22 And I will plead against him with pestil- ence and with blood; and I will rain upon him, and upon his bands, and upon the many people that are with him, an overflowing rain, and great hailstones, fire, and brimstone. 23 Thus will I magnify myself, and sacctify myself; and I will be known in the eyes of many nations, and they shall know that I am the Lord. CHAPTER XXXIX. (39) 1 God's judgment upon Gog. 8 Israel's victory. 11 Gog's burial in Hamon-gog. 17 The feast of the fowls. e05 God's judgment on Gog. EZEKIEL, XL. (40) Feast of the fowls. 23 Israel, having been plagued for their sins, shall be gathered again with eternal favour. THEREFORE, thou son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal: 2 And I will turn thee back, and leave but the sixth part of thee, and will cause thee to come up from the north parts, and will bring thee upon the mountains of Israel : 3 And I will smite thy bow out of thy left hand, and will cause thine arrows to fall out of thy right hand. 4 Thou shalt fall upon the mountains of Israel, thou, and all thy bands, and the people that is with thee: I will give thee unto the ravenous birds of every sort, and to the beasts of the field to be devoured. 5 Thou shalt fall upon the open field : for I have spoken it, saith the Lord God. 6 And I will send a fire on Magog, and among them that dwell carelessly in the isles : and they shall know that I am the Lord. 7 So will I make my holy name known in the midst of my people Israel ; and I will not let them pollute my holy name any more: and the heathen shall know that I am the Lord, the Holy One in Israel. 8 Behold, it is come, and it is done, saith the Lord God ; this is the day whereof I have spoken. 9 And they that dwell in the cities of Israel shall go forth, and shall set on fire and burn the weapons, both the shields and the bucklers, the bows and the arrows, and the handstaves, and the spears, and they shall burn them with fire seven years : 10 So that they shall take no wood out of the field, neither cut down any out of the forests ; for they shall burn the weapons with fire: and they shall spoil those that spoiled them, and rob those that robbed them, saith the Lord God. 11 And it shall come to pass in that day, that I will give unto Gog a place there of graves in Is- rael, the valley of the passengers on the east of the sea: and it shall stop the noses of the pas sengers: and there shall they bury Gog and all his multitude : and they shall call it The valley of Hamon-gog. 12 And seven months shall the house of Israel be burying of them, that they may cleanse the land. 13 Yea, ail the people of the land shall bury them; and it shall be to them a renown the day that I shall be glorified, saith the Lord God. 14 And they shall sever out men of continual employment, passing through the land to bury with the passengers those that remain upon the face of the earth, to cleanse it: after the end of seven months shall they search. 15 And the passengers that pass through the land, when any seeth a man's bone, then shall he set up a sign by it, till the buriers have buried it in the valley of Hamon-gog. 1G And also the name of the city shall be Hamonah. Thus shall they cleanse the land. 17 And, thou son of man, thus saith the Lord God; Speak unto every feathered fowl, and to every beast of the field, Assemble yourselves, and come; gather yourselves on every side to my sacri- fice that I do sacrifice for you, even a great sacri- fice upon the mountains of Israel, that ye may eat flesh, and drink blood. 18 Ye shall eat the flesh of the mighty, and drink the blood of the princes of the earth, of rams, of lambs, and of goats, of bullocks, all of them fatlings of Bashan. 19 And ye shall eat fat till ye be full, and drink blood till ye be drunken, of my sacrifice which I have sacrificed for you. 20 Thus ye shall be filled at my table with horses and chariots, with mighty men, and with all men of war, saith the Lord God. 21 And I will set my glory among the heathen, and all the heathen shall see my judgment that 1 have executed, and my hand that I have laid upon them. 22 So the house of Israel shall know that I am the Lord their God from that day and forward. 23 And the heathen shall know that the house of Israel went into captivity for their iniquity: because they trespassed against me, therefore hid I my face from them, and gave them into the hand of their enemies: so fell they all by the sword. 24 According to their uncleanness and accord* ing to their transgressions have I done unto them,, and hid my face from them. 25 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; Now will I bring again the captivity of Jacob, and have mercy upon the whole house of Israel, and will be jealous for my holy name; 26 After that they have borne their shame, and all their trespasses whereby they have tres- passed against me, when they dwelt safely in their land, and none made them afraid. 27 When I have brought them again from the people, and gathered them out of their enemies' lands, and am sanctified in them in the sight of many nations; 28 Then shall they know that I am the Lord their God, which caused them to be led into cap- tivity among the heathen: but I have gathered them unto their own land, and have left none of them any more there. 29 Neither will I hide my face any more from ihem: for I have poured out my spirit upon the house of Israel, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XL. (40) 1 The time, manner, and end of the vision. 6 The de- scription of the east gate, 20 of the north gate, 24 of the south gate, 32 of the east gate, 35 and of the north gate. 39 Bight tables. 44 The chambers. 48 The porch of the house. IN the five and twentieth year of our captivity, in the beginning of the year, in the tenth day of the month, in the fourteenth year after that the city was smitten, in the selfsame day the hand of the Lord was upon me, and brought me thither. 603 Measuring EZEKIEL, XL. (40) of the temple. 2 In the visions of God brought he me into the land of Israel, and set me upon a very high mount- ain, by Avhich was as the frame of a city on the south. 3 And he brought me thither, and, behold, there was a man, whose appearance was like the appearance of brass, with a line of flax in his hand, and a measuring reed; and he stood in the gate. I And the man said unto me, Son of man, be- hold with thine eyes, and hear with thine ears, and set thine heart upon all that I shall shew thee; for to the intent that I might shew them unto thee art thou brought hither: declare all that thou seest to the house of Israel. 5 And behold a wall on the outside of the house round about, and in the man's hand a measuring reed of six cubits long by the cubit and an hand breadth : so he measured the breadth of the building, one reed ; and the height, one reed. 6 Then came he unto the gate which looketh toward the east, and went up the stairs thereof, and measured the threshold of the gate, which was one reed broad; and the other threshold of the gate, which was one reed broad. 7 And every little chamber was one reed long, and one reed broad; and between the little cham- bers were five cubits; and the threshold of the gate by the porch of the gate within was one reed. 8 He measured also the porch of the gate with- in, one reed. 9 Then measured he the porch of the gate, eight cubits; and the posts thereof, two cubits; and the porch of the gate was inward. 10 And the little chambers of the gate east- ward were three on this side, and three on that side; they three were of one measure: and the posts had one measure on this side and on that side. II And he measured the breadth of the entry of the gate, ten cubits; and the length of the gate, thirteen cubits. 12 The space also before the little chambers was one cubit on this side, and the space was one cubit on that side ; and the little chambers were six cubits on this side, and six cubits on that side. 13 He measured then the gate from the roof of one little chamber to the roof of another : the breadth was five and twenty cubits, door against door. 14 He made also posts of threescore cubits, even unto the post of the court round about the gate. 15 And from the face of the gate of the en- trance unto the face of the porch of the inner gate were fifty cubits. 16 And there were narrow windows to the lit- tle chambers, and to their posts within the gate round about, and likewise to the arches: and win- dows were round about inward: and upon each post were palm trees. 17 Then brought he me into the outward court, and, lo. there were chambers, and a pavement made for the court round about: thirty chambers were upon the pavement. 18 And the pavement by the side of the gates over against the length of the gates was the lower pavement. 19 Then he measured . the breadth from the forefront of the lower gate unto the forefront of the inner court without, an hundred cubits east- ward and northward. 20 And the gate of the outward court that looked toward the north, he measured the length thereof, and the breadth thereof. 21 And the little chambers thereof were three on this side and three on that side; and the posts thereof and the arches thereof were after the measure of the first gate: the length thereof was fifty cubits, and the breadth five and twenty cubits. 22 And their windows, and their arches, and their palm trees, were after the measure of the gate that looketh toward the east; and they went up unto it by seven steps; and the arches thereof were before them. 23 And the gate of the inner court was over against the gate toward the north, and toward the east; and he measured from gate to gate an hundred cubits. 24 After that he brought me toward the south, and behold a gate toward the south: and he measured the posts thereof and the arches there- of according to these measures. 25 And there were windows in it and in the arches thereof round about, like those windows: the length was fifty cubits and the breadth five and twenty cubits. 26 And there were seven steps to go up to it, and the arches thereof were before them: and it had palm trees, one on this side, and another on that side, upon the posts thereof. 27 And there was a gate in the inner court to- ward the south: and he measured from gate to gate toward the south an hundred cubits. 28 And he brought me to the inner court by the south gate: and he measured the south gate according to these measures; 29 And the little chambers thereof, and the posts thereof, and the arches thereof, according to these measures: and there were windows in it and in the arches thereof round about: it was fifty cubits long, and five and twenty cubits broad. 30 And the arches round about were five and twenty cubits long, and five cubits broad. 31 And the arches thereof were toward the utter court; and palm trees were upon the posts thereof: and the going up to it had eight steps. 32 And he brought me into the inner court to- ward the east : and he measured the gate accord- ing to these measures. 33 And the little chambers thereof, and the posts thereof, and the arches thereof, were ac- cording to these measures: and there were win- dows therein and in the arches thereof round about: it was fifty cubits long, and five and 607 «o Measuring of the temple. EZEKIEL, XLL (41) Its parts and ornaments. twenty cubits broad. 34 And the arches thereof were toward the outward court; and palm trees were upon the posts thereof, on this side, and on that side: and the going up to it had eight steps. 35 And he brought me to the north gate, and measured it according to these measures; 36 The little chambers thereof, the posts there- of, and the arches thereof, and the windows to> it round about : the length was fifty cubits, and the breadth five and twenty cubits. 37 And the posts thereof were toward the utter court; and palm trees were upon the posts there- of, on this side, and on that side: and the going up to it had eight steps. 38 And the chambers and the entries thereof were by the posts of the gates, where they washed the burnt offering. 39 And in the porch of the gate were two tables on this side, and two tables on that side, to slay thereon the burnt offering and the sin offering and the trespass offering. 40 And at the side without, as one goeth up to the entry of the north gate, were two tables; and on the other side, which w T as at the porch of the gate, were two tables. 41 Four tables were on this side, and four tables on that side, by the side of the gate; eight tables, whereupon they slew their sacrifices. 42 And the four tables were of hewn stone for the burnt offering, of a cubit and an half long, and a cubit and an half broad, and one cubit high : whereupon also they laid the instruments: where- with they slew the burnt offering and the sacri- fice. 43 And within were hooks, an hand broad, fastened round about: and upon the tables was the flesh of the offering. 44 And without the inner gate were the cham- bers of the singers in the inner court, which was at the side of the north gate; and their prospect was toward the south: one at the side of the east gate having the prospect toward the north. 45 And he said unto me, This chamber, whose prospect is toward the south, is for the priests, the keepers of the charge of the house. 46 And the chamber whose prospect is toward the north is for the priests, the keepers of the charge of the altar: these are the sons of Zadok among the sons of Levi, which come near to the Lord to minister unto him. 47 So he measured the court, an hundred cu- bits long, and an hundred cubits broad, four- square; and the altar that was before the house. 48 And he brought me to the porch of the house, and measured each post of the porch, five cubits on this side, and five cubits on that side: arid the breadth of the gate was three cubits on this side, and three cubits on that side. 49 The length of the porch was twenty cubits, and the breadth eleven cubits ; and he brought me by the steps whereby they went up to it: and there were pillars by the posts, one on this side, and another on that side. CHAPTER XLL (41) The measures, parts, chambers, and ornaments of the temple. AFTERWARD he brought me to the temple, and measured the posts, six cubits broad on the one side, and six cubits broad on. the other side, which was the breadth of the tabernacle. 2 And the breadth of the door was ten cubits; and the sides of the door were five cubits on the one side, and five cubits on the other side: and he measured the length thereof, forty cubits: and the breadth, twenty cubits. 3 Then went he inward, and measured the post of the door, two cubits; and the door, six cubits; and the breadth of the door, seven cubits. 4 So he measured the length thereof, twenty cubits; and the breadth, twenty cubits, before the temple: and he said unto me, This is the most holy place. 5 After he measured the wall of the house, six cubits; and the breadth of every side chamber, four cubits, round about the house on every side. 6 And the side chambers were three, one over another, and thirty in order; and they entered into the wall which was of the house fcr the side chambers round about, that they might have hold, but they had not hold in the wall of the house. 7 And there was an enlarging, and a winding about still upward to the side chambers : for the winding about of the house went still upward round about the house: therefore the breadth of the house was still upward, and so increased from the lowest chamber to the highest by the midst. 8 I saw also the height of the house round about: the foundations of the side chambers were a full reed of six great cubitsi. 9 The thickness of the wall, which was for the side chamber without, was five cubits: and that which was left was the place of the side chambers that were within. 10 And between the chambers was the wide- ness of twenty cubits round about the house on every side. 11 And the doors of the side chambers were toward the place that was left, one door toward the north, and another door toward the south: and the breadth of the place that was left was five cubits round about. 12 Now the building that was before the separ- ate place at the end toward the west was seventy cubits broad; and the wall of the building was five cubits thick round about, and the length thereof ninety cubits. 13 So he measured the house, an hundred cu- bits long; and the separate place, and the build- ing, with the walls thereof, an hundred cubits long* 14* Also the breadth of the face of the house, and of the separate place toward the east, an hundred cubits, 15 And he measured the length of the building over against the separate place which was behind it, and the galleries thereof on the one side and on the other side, an hundred cubits, with the in- 608 Chambers for the priests, EZEKIEL, XLII. (42) and the use thereof. ner temple, and the porches of the court ; 1G The door posts, and the narrow windows, and the galleries round about on their three stories, over against the door, cieled with wood round about, and from the ground up to the win- dows, and the windows were covered; 17 To that above the door, even unto the inner house, and without, and by all the* wall round about within and without, by measure. IS And it was made with cherubims and palm trees, so that a palm tree was between a cherub and a cherub; and every cherub had two faces; 39 So that the face of a man was toward the palm tree on the one side, and the face of a young lion toward the palm tree on the other side: it was made through all the house round about. 20 From the ground unto above the door were cherubims and palm trees made, and on the wall of the temple. 21 The posts of the temple were squared, and the face of the sanctuary; the appearance of the one as the appearance of the other. 22 The altar of wood was three cubits high, and the length thereof two cubits; and the cor- ners thereof, and the length thereof, and the walls thereof, were of wood: and he said unto me, This is the table that is before the Lord. 23 And the temple and the sanctuary had two doors. 24 And the doors had two leaves apiece, two turning leaves; two leaves for the one door, and two leaves for the other door. 25 And there were made on them, on the doors of the temple, cherubims and palm trees, like as were made upon the walls; and there were thick planks upon the face of the porch without. 26 And there were narrow windows and palm trees on the one side and on the other side, on the sides of the porch, and upon the side chambers of the house, and thick planks. CHAPTER XLII. (42) 1 The chambers for the priests. 13 The use thereof. 19 The measures of the outward court. THEN he brought me forth into the utter court, the way toward the north: and he brought me into the chamber that was over against the separate place, and which was be- fore the building toward the north. 2 Before the length of an hundred cubits was the north door, and the breadth was fifty cubits. 3 Over against the twenty cubits which were for the inner court, and over against the pave- ment which was for the utter court, was gallery against gallery in three stories. 4 And before the chambers was a walk of ten cubits breadth inward, a way of one cubit; and their doors toward the north 1 . 5 Now the upper chambers were shorter: for the galleries were higher than these, than the lower, and than the middlemost of the building. 6 For they were in three stories, but had not pillars as the pillars of the courts: therefore the building was straitened more than the lowest and the middlemost from the ground. 7 And the wall that was without over against the chambers, toward the utter court on the fore- part of the chambers, the length thereof was fifty cubits. 8 For the length of the chambers that were in the utter court -was fifty cubits: and, lo, before the temple were an hundred cubits. 9 And from under these chambers was the en- try on the east side, as one goeth into them from the utter court. 10 The chambers were in the thickness of the Avail of the court toward the east, over against the separate place, and over against the building. 11 And the way before them was like the ap- pearance of the chambers which were toward the north, as long as they, and as broad as they: and all their goings out were both according to their fashions, and according to their doors. 12 And according to the doors of the chambers that were toward the south was a door in the head of the way, even the way directly before the wall toward the east, as one entereth into them. 13 Then said he unto me, The north chambers and the south chambers, which are before the separate place, they be holy chambers, where the priests that approach unto the Lord shall eat the most holy things: there shall they lay the most holy things, and the meat offering, and the sin offering, and the trespass offering; for the place is holy. 14 When the priests enter therein, then shall they not go out of the holy place into the utter court, but there they shall lay their garments wherein they minister; for they are holy; and shall put on other garments, and shall approach to those things which are for the people. 15 Now when he had made an end of measur- ing the inner house, he brought me forth toward the gate whose prospect is toward the east, and measured it round about. 16 He measured the east side with the measur- ing reed, five hundred reeds, with the measuring reed round about. 17 He measured the north side, five hundred reeds, with the measuring reed round about. 18 He measured the south side, five hundred reeds, with the measuring reed. 19 He turned about to the west side, and measured five hundred reeds with the measuring reed. 20 He measured it by the four sides: it 'had a wall round about, five hundred reeds long and five hundred broad, to make a separation between the sanctuary and the profane place. CHAPTER XLIII. (43) 1 The returning of the glory of God into the temple. 7 The sin of Israel hindered God's presence. 10 The prophet exhorteth them to repentance, and observation of the law of the house. 13 The measures, 18 and the ordinances of the altar. AFTERWARD he brought me to the gate, even the gate that looketh toward the east: 2 And, behold, the glory of the God of Israel came from the way of the east: and his voice was like a noise of many waters: and the earth shined with his glory. 609 Measures and EZEKIEL, XLIV. (44) ordinances of the altar. 3 And it was according to the appearance of the vision which I saw, even according to the vision that I saw when I came to destroy the city: and the visions were like the vision that I saw by the river Chebar; and I fell upon my face. 4 And the glory of the Lord came into the house by the way of the gate whose prospect is toward the east. 5 So the spirit took me up, and brought me into the inner court; and, behold, the glory of the Lord filled the house. 6 And I heard him speaking unto me out of the house ; and the man stood by me. 7 And he said unto me, Son of man, the place of my throne, and the place of the soles of my feet, where I will dwell in the midst of the chil- dren of Israel for ever, and my holy name, shall the house of Israel no more defile, neither they, nor their kings, by their whoredom, nor by the carcases of their kings in their high places. 8 In their setting of their threshold by my thresholds, and their post by my posts, and the wall between me and them, they have even de- filed my holy name by their abominations that they have committed: wherefore I have con- sumed them in mine anger. 9 Now let them put away their whoredom, and the carcases of their kings, far from me, and I will dwell in the midst of them for ever. 10 Thou son of man, shew the house to the house of Israel, that they may be ashamed of their iniquities: and let them measure the pat- tern. 11 And if they be ashamed of all that they have done, shew them the form of the house, and the fashion thereof, and the goings out thereof, and the comings in thereof, and all the forms thereof, and all the ordinances thereof, and all the forms thereof, and all the laws thereof: and write it in their sight, that they may keep the whole form thereof, and all the ordinances there- of, and do them. 12 This is the law of the house ; Upon the top of the mountain the whole limit thereof round about shall be most holy. Behold, this is the law of the house. 13 And these are the measures of the altar after the cubits : The cubit is a cubit and an hand breadth; even the bottom shall be a cubit, and the breadth a cubit, and the border thereof by the edge thereof round about shall be a span: and this shall be the higher place of the altar. 14 And from the bottom upon the ground even to the lower settle shall be two cubits, and the breadth one cubit ; and from the lesser settle even to the greater settle shall be four cubits, and the breadth one cubit. 15 So the altar shall be four cubits; and from the altar and upward shall be four horns. 16 And the altar shall be twelve cubits long, twelve broad, square in the four squares thereof. 17 And the settle shall be fourteen cubits long and fourteen broad in the four squares thereof; and the border about it shall be half a cubit ; and the bottom thereof shall be a cubit about; and his stairs shall look toward the east. 18 And he said unto me, Son of man, thus saith the Lord God; These are the ordinances of the altar in the day when they shall make it, to offer burnt offerings thereon, and to sprinkle blood thereon. 19 And thou shalt give to the priests the Le- vites that be of the seed of Zadok, which ap- proach unto me, to minister unto me, saith the Lord God, a young bullock for a sin offering. 20 And thou shalt take of the blood thereol, and put it on the four horns of it, and on the four corners of the settle, and upon the border round about: thus shalt thou cleanse and purge it. 21 Thou shalt take the bullock also of the sin offering, and he shall burn it in the appointed place of the house, without the sanctuary. 22 And on the second day thou shalt offer a kid of the goats without blemish for" a sin offer- ing; and they shall cleanse the altar, as they did cleanse it with the bullock. 23 When thou hast made an end of cleansing it, thou shalt offer a young bullock without blem- ish, and a ram out of the flock without blemish. 24 And thou shalt offer them before the Lord, and the priests shall cast salt upon them, and they shall offer them up for a burnt offering unto the Lord. 25 Seven days shalt thou prepare every day a goat for a sin offering: they shall also prepare a young bullock, and a ram out of the flock, with- out blemish. 26 Seven days shall they purge the altar and purify it; and they shall consecrate themselves. 27 And when these days are expired, it shall be, that upon the eighth day, and so forward, the priests shall make your burnt offerings upon the altar, and your peace offerings; and I will accept you, saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XLIV. (44) 1 The east gate assigned only to the prince. 4 The priests reproved for polluting of the sanctuary. 9 Id- olaters uneapable of the priest's office. 15 The sons of Zadok are accepted thereto. 17 Ordinances for the priests. THEN he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary which look- eth toward the east ; and it was shut. 2 Then said the Lord unto me ; This gate shall be shut, it shall not be opened, and no man shall enter in by it ; because the Lord, the God of Israel, hath entered in by it, therefore it shall be shut. 3 It is for the prince; the prince, he shall sit in it to eat bread before the Lord ; he shall enter by the way of the porch of that gate, and shall go out by the way of the same. 4 Then brought he me the way of the north gate before the house: and I looked, and, behold, the glory of the Lord filled the house of the Lord : and I fell upon my face. 5 And the Lord said unto me, Son of man, mark well, and behold with thine eyes, and heap with thine ears all that I say unto thee concern- ing all the ordinances of the house of the Lord, 610 Ordinances for the priests. EZEKIEL, XLV. (45) Portion of land for the sanctuary. and all the laws thereof ; and mark well the enter- ing in of the house, with every going forth of the sanctuary. 6 And thou shalt say to the rebellious, even to the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God; O ye house of Israel, let it suffice you of all your abominations, 7 In that ye have brought into my sanctuary strangers, uncircumcised in heart, and uncircum- cised in tlesh, to be in my sanctuary, to pollute it, even my house, when ye offer my bread, the fat and the blood, and they have broken my covenant because of all your abominations. 8 And ye have not kept the charge of mine holy things : but ye have set keepers of my charge in my sanctuary for yourselves. 9 Thus saith the Lord God; No stranger, un- circumcised in heart, nor uncircumcised in flesh, shall enter into my sanctuary, of any stranger that is among the children of Israel. 10 And the Levites that are gone away far from me, when Israel went astray, which went astray away from me after their idols; they shall even bear their iniquity. 11 Yet they shall be ministers in my sanctuary, having charge at the gates of the house, and min- istering to the house: they shall slay the burnt offering and the sacrifice for the people, and they shall stand before them to minister unto them. 12 Because they ministered unto them before their idols, and caused the house of Israel to fall into iniquity; therefore have I lifted up mine hand against them, saith the Lord God, and they shall bear their iniquity. 13 And they shall not come near unto me, to do the office of a priest unto me, nor to come near to any of my holy things, in the most holy place: but they shall bear their shame, and their abomina- tions which they have committed. 14 But I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein. 15 But the priests the Levites, the sons of Zadok, that kept the charge of my sanctuary when the children of Israel went astray from me, they shall come near to me to minister unto me, and they shall stand before me to offer unto me the fat and the blood, saith the Lord God : 16 They shall enter into my sanctuary, and they shall come near to my table, to minister unto me, and they shall keep my charge. 17 And it shall come to pass, that when thev enter in at the gates of the inner court, thev shall be clothed with linen garments: and no wool shall come upon them, whiles they minister in the gates of 1he inner court, and within. 18 They shall have linen bonnets upon their heads, and shall have linen breeches upon their loins; they shall not gird themselves with any thing that causeth sweat. 19 And when they go forth into the utter court, even into the utter court to the people, they shall put off their garments wherein they ministered, and lay them in the holy chambers, and thev shall put on other garments; and they shall not sanctify the people with their garments. 20 Neither shall they shave their heads, nor suffer their locks to grow long; they shall only poll their heads. 21 Neither shall any priest drink wine, when they enter into the inner court. 22 Neither shall they take for their wives a Avidow, nor her that is put away: but they shall take maidens of the seed of the house of Israel, or a widow that had a priest before. 23 And they shall teach my people the differ- ence between the holy and profane, and cause them to discern between the unclean and the clean. 21 And in controversy they shall stand in judg- ment; and they shall judge it according to my judgments: and they shall keep my laws and my statutes in all mine assemblies; and they shall hallow my sabbaths. 25 And they shall come at no dead person to defile themselves: but for father, or for mother, or for son, or for daughter, for brother, or for sister that hath had no husband, they may defile them- selves. 26 And after he is cleansed, they shall reckon unto him seven days. 27 And in the day that he goeth into the sanctuary, unto the inner court, to minister in the sanctuary, he shall offer his sin offering, saith the Lord God. 28 And it shall be unto them for an inherit- ance: I am their inheritance: and ye shall give them no possession in Israel : I am their posses- sion. 29 They shall eat the meat offering, and the sin offering, and the trespass offering; and every dedicated thing in Israel shall be their's. 30 And the first of all the firstfruits of all things, and every oblation of all, of every sort of your oblations, shall be the priest's: ye shall also give unto the priest the first of your dough, that he may cause the blessing to rest in thine house. 31 The priests shall not eat cf any thing that is dead cf itself, or torn, whether it be fowl or beast. CHAPTER XLV. (45) 1 The portion of land for the sanctuary, C for the city, 7 and for the prince. 9 Ordinances for the prince. MOREOVER, when ye shall divide by lot the land for inheritance, ye shall offer an obla- tion unto the Lord, an holy portion of the land: the length shall be the length of five and twenty thousand reeds, and the breadth shall be ten thousand. This shall be holy in all the borders thereof round about. 2 Of this there shall be for the sanctuary five hundred in length, with five hundred in breadth, square round about; and five cubits round about for the suburbs thereof. 3 And of this measure shalt thou measure the length of five and twenty thousand, and the breadth of ten thousand: and in it shall be the sanctuary and the most holy place. 4 The holy rvortion of the land shall be for the priests the ministers of the sanctuary, which en «fj Ordinances EZEKIEL, XLVI. (46) for the prin e. shall come near to minister unto the Lord: and it shall be a place for their houses, and an holy, place for the sanctuary. 5 And the five and twenty thousand of length, and the ten thousand of breadth, shall also the Levites, the ministers of the house, have for them- selves, for a possession for twenty chambers. 6 And ye shall appoint the possession of the city five thousand broad, and five and twenty thousand long, over against the oblation of the holy portion: it shall be for the whole house of Israel. 7 And a portion shall be for the prince on the one side and on -the other side of the oblation of the holy portion, and of the possession of the city, before the oblation of the holy portion, and before the possession of the city, from the west side westward, and from the east side eastward: and the length shall be over against one of the por- tions, from the west border unto the east border. 8 In the land shall be his possession in Israel : and my princes shall no more oppress my people; and the rest of the land shall they give to the house of Israel according to their tribes. 9 Thus saith the Lord God; Let it suffice you, O princes of Israel : remove violence and spoil, and execute judgment and justice, take away your ex- actions from my people, saith the Lord God. 10 Ye shall "have just balances, and a just ephah, and a just bath. 11 The ephah and the bath shall be of one measure, that the bath may contain the tenth part of an homer, and the ephah the tenth part of an homer: the measure thereof shall be after the homer. 12 And the shekel shall be twenty gerahs: twenty shekels, five and twenty shekels, fifteen shekels, shall be your maneh. 13 This is the oblation that ye shall offer; the sixth part of an ephah of an homer of wheat, and ye shall give the sixth part of an ephah of an homer of barley: 14 Concerning the ordinance of oil, the bath of oil, ye shall offer the tenth part of a bath out of the cor, which is an homer of ten baths; for ten baths are an homer: 15 And one lamb out of the flock, out of two hundred, out of the fat pastures of Israel ; for a meat offering, and for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make reconciliation for them, saith the Lord God. 16 All the people of the land shall give this oblation for the prince in Israel. 17 And it shall be the prince's part to give burnt offerings, and meat offerings, and drink offerings, in the feasts, and in the new moons, and in the sabbaths, in all solemnities of the house of Israel : he shall prepare the sin offering, and the meat offering, and the burnt offering, and the peace offerings, to make reconciliation for the house of Israel. 18 Thus saith the Lord God ; In the first month, in the first day of the month, thou shalt take a young bullock without blemish, and cleanse the sanctuary: 19 And the priest shall take of the blood of the sin offering, and put it upon the posts of the house, and upon the four corners of the settle of the altar, and upon the posts of the gate of the inner court. 20 And so thou shalt do the seventh day of the month for every one that erreth, and for him that is simple: so shall ye reconcile the house. 21 In the first month, in the fourteenth day of the month, ye shall have the passover, a feast of seven days ; unleavened bread shall be eaten. 22 And upon that day shall the prince prepare for himself and for all the people of the land a bullock for a sin offering. 23 And seven days of the feast he shall pre- pare a burnt offering to the Lord, seven bullocks and seven rams without blemish daily the seven days; and a kid of the goats daily for a sin of- fering. 24 And he shall prepare a meat offering of an ephah for a bullock, and an ephah for a ram, and an hin of oil for an ephah. 25 In the seventh month, in the fifteenth day of the month, shall he do the like in the feast of the seven days, according to the sin offering, ac- cording to the burnt offering, and according to the meat offering, and according to the oil. CHAPTER XLVI. (46) 1 Ordinances for the prince in his worship, 9 and for the people. 16 An order for the prince's inheritance. 19 The courts for boiling and baking. THUS saith the Lord God; The gate of the in- ner court that looketh toward the east shall be shut the six working days; but on the sabbath it shall be opened, and in the day of the new moon it shall be opened. 2 And the prince shall enter by the way of the porch of that gate without, and shall stand by the post of the gate, and the priests shall prepare his burnt offering and his peace offerings, and he shall worship at the threshold of the gate: then he shall go forth; but the gate shall not be shut until the evening. 3 Likewise the people of the land shall worship at the door of this gate before the Lord in the sab- baths and in the new moons. 4 And the burnt offering that the prince shall offer unto the Lord in the sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish, and a ram without blemish. 5 And the meat offering shall be an ephah for a ram, and the meat offering for the lambs as he shall be able to give, and an hin of oil to an ephah. 6 And in the day of the new moon it shall be a young bullock without blemish, and six lambs, and a ram: they shall be without blemish. 7 And he shall prepare a meat offering, an ephah for a bullock, and an ephah for a ram, and for the lambs according as his hand shall attain unto, and an hin of oil to an ephah. 8 And when the prince shall enter, he shall go in by the way of the porch of that gate, and he shall go forth bv the way thereof. 9 But when the people of the land shall come before the Lord in the solemn feasts, he that en- 613 Ordinances for the prince. EZEKIEL, XLVIL (47) Vision of the holy waters. tereth in by the way of the north gate to worship shall go out by the way of the south gate; and he that entereth by the way of the south gate shall go forth by the way of the north gate: he shall not return by the way of the gate whereby he came in, but shall go forth over against it. 10 And the prince in the midst of them, when they go in, shall go in; and when they go forth, shall go forth. 11 And in the feasts and in the solemnities the meat offering shall be an ephah to a bullock, and an ephah to a ram 4 and to the lambs as he is able to give, and an bin of oil to an ephah. 12 Now when the prince shall prepare a volun- tary burnt offering or peace offerings voluntarily unto the Lord, one shall then open him the gate that looketh toward the east, and he shall pre- pare his burnt offering and his peace offerings, as he did on the sabbath day: then he shall go forth; and after his going forth one shall shut the gate. 13 Thou shalt daily prepare a burnt offering unto the Lord of a lamb of the first year without blemish: thou shalt prepare it every morning. 14 And thou shalt prepare a meat offering for it every morning, the sixth part of an ephah, and the third part of an hin of oil, to temper with the fine flour; a meat offering continually by a per- petual ordinance unto the Lord. 15 Thus shall they prepare the lamb, and the meat offering, and the oil, every morning for a continual burnt offering. 10 Thus saith the Lord God; If the prince give a gift unto any of his sons, the inheritance there- of shall be his sons'; it shall be their possession by inheritance. 17 But if he give a gift of his inheritance to one of his servants, then it shall be his to the year of liberty; after it shall return to the prince: but his inheritance shall be his sons' for them. 18 Moreover the prince shall not take of the people's inheritance by oppression, to thrust them out of their possession ; but he shall give his sons inheritance out of his own possession: that my people be not scattered every man from his pos- session. 19 After he brought me through the entry, which' was at the side of the gate, into the holy chambers of the priests, which looked toward the north: and, behold, there was a place on the two sides westward. 20 Then said he unto me, This is the place where the priests shall boil the trespass offering and the sin offering, where they shall bake the meat offering; that they bear them not out into the utter court, to sanctify the people. 21 Then he brought me forth into the utter court, and caused me to pass by the four corners of the court; and, behold, in every corner of the court there was a court. 32 In the four corners of the court there were courts joined of forty cubits long and thirty broad : these four corners were of one measure. 23 And there was a row of building round about in them, round about them four, and it was made with boiling places under the rows round about. 24 Then said he unto me, These are the places of them that boil, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people. CHAPTER XLVIL (47) 1 The vision of the holy waters. 6 The virtue of them. 13 The borders of the land. 22 The division of it by lot. AFTERWARD he brought me again unto the door of the house; and, behold, waters is- sued out from under the threshold of the house eastward : for the forefront of the house stood to- ward the east, and the waters came down from under from the right side of the house, at the south side of the altar. 2 Then brought he me out of the way of the gate northward, and led me about the way with- out unto the utter gate by the way that looketh eastward; and, behold, there ran out waters on the right side. 3 And when the man that had the line in his hand went forth eastward, he measured a thous- and cubits, and he brought me through the waters; the waters were to the ancles. 4 Again he measured a thousand, and brought me through the waters; the waters were ta the knees. Again he measured a thousand, and brought me through; the waters were to the loins. 5 Afterward he measured a thousand; and it was a river that I could not pass over: foe the waters were risen, waters to swim in, a river that could not be passed over. 6 And he said unto me, Son of man, hast thou seen this? Then he brought me, and caused me to return to the brink of the river. 7 Now when I had returned, behold, at the bank of the river were very many trees on the one side and on the other. 8 Then said he unto me, These waters issue out toward the east country, and go down into the desert, and go into the sea: which being brought forth into the sea, the waters shall be healed. 9 And it shall come to pass, that every thing that liveth, which tmoveth, whithersoever the rivers shall come, shall live: and there shall be a very great multitude of fish, because these waters shall come thither: for they shall be healed; and everything shall live whither the river cometh. 10 And it shall come to pass, that the fishers shall stand upon it from En-gedi even unto En- eglaim ; they shall be a place to spread forth nets; their fish shall be according to their kinds, as the fish of the great sea, exceeding many. 11 But the miry places thereof and the marishes thereof shall not be healed; they shall be given to salt. 12 And by the river upon the bank thereof, on this side and on that side, shall grow all trees for meat, whose leaf shall not fade, neither shall the fruit thereof be consumed: it shall bring forth new fruit according to his months, because their waters they issued out of the sanctuary: and the fruit thereof shall be for meat, and the leaf there- of for medicine. 613 >1 Borders of the land. EZEKIEL, XLVIII. (48) Portions of the twelve tribes. 13 Thus saith the Lord God; This shall be the border, whereby ye shall inherit the land accord- ing to the twelve tribes of Israel: Joseph shall have two portions. 14 And ye shall inherit it, one as well as an- other; concerning the which I lifted up mine hand to give it unto your fathers: and this land shall fall unto you for inheritance. 15 And this shall be the border of the land to- ward the north side, from the great sea, the way of Hetblon, as men go to Zedad; 16 Hamath, Berothah, Sibraim, which is be- tween the border of Damascus and the border of Hamath; Hazar-hatticon, which is by the coast of Hauran. 17 And the border from the sea shall be Hazar- enan, the border of Damascus, and the north northward, and the border of Hamath. And this is the north side. 18 And the east side ye shall measure from Hauran, and from Damascus, and from Gilead, and from the land of Israel by Jordan, from the border unto the east sea. And this is the east side. 19 And the south side southward, from Tamar even to the waters of strife in Kadesh, the river to the great sea. And this is the south side southward. 20 The west side also shall be the great sea from the border, till a man come over against Hamath. This is the west side. 21 So shall ye divide this land unto you accord- ing to the tribes of Israel. 22 And it shall come to pass, that ye shall di- vide it by lot for an inheritance unto you, and to the strangers that sojourn among you, which shall beget children among you: and they shall be unto you as born in the country among the children of Israel; they shall have inheritance with you among the tribes of Israel. 23 And it shall come to pass, that in what tribe the stranger sojourneth there shall ye give him his inheritance saith the Lord God. CHAPTER XLVin. (48) 1, 23 The portions of the twelve tribes, 8 of the sanc- tuary, 15 of the city and suburbs, 21 and of the prince, 30 The dimensions and gates of the city. "JVTOW these are the names of the tribes. From -LH the north end to the coast of the way of Hethlon, as one goeth to Hamath, Hazar-enan, the border of Damascus northward, to the coast of Hamath; for these are his sides east and west; a portion for Dan. 2 And by the border of Dan, from the east side unto the west side, a portion for Asher. 3 And by the border of Asher, from the east side even unto the west side, a portion for Naphtali. ^ 4 And by the border of Naphtali, from the east side unto the west side, a portion for Manasseh. 5 And by the border of Manasseh, from the east side unto the west side, a portion for Ephraim. 6 And by the border of Ephraim, from the east side even unto the west side, a portion for Reu- ben. 7 And by the border of Reuben, from the east side unto the west side, a portion for Judah. 8 And by the border of Judah, from the east side unto the west side, shall be the offering which ye shall offer of five and twenty thousand reeds in breadth, and in length as one of the other parts, from the east side unto the west side: and the sanctuary shall be in the midst of it. 9 The oblation that ye shall offer unto the Lord shall be of five and twenty thousand in length, and of ten thousand in breadth. 10 And for them, even for the priests, shall be this holy oblation; toward the north five and twenty thousand in length, and toward the west ten thousand in breadth, and toward the east ten thousand in breadth, and toward the south five and twenty thousand in length: and the sanctu- ary of the Lord shall be in the midst thereof. 11 It shall be for the priests that are sanctified of the sons of Zadok ; which have kept my charge, which went not astray when the children of Is- rael went astray, as the Levites went astray. 12 And this oblation of the land that is offered shall be unto them a thing most holy by the bor- der of the Levitea 13 And over against the border of the priests the Levites shall have five and twenty thousand in length, and ten thousand in breadth: all the length shall be five and twenty thousand, and the breadth ten thousand. 14 And they shall not sell of it, neither ex- change, nor alienate the firstfruits of the land: for it is holy unto the Lord. 15 And the five thousand, that are left in the breadth over against the five and twenty thous- and, shall be a profane place for the city, for dwelling, and for suburbs: and the city shall be in the midst thereof. 16 And these shall be the measures thereof; the north side four thousand and five hundred, and the south side four thousand and five hun- dred, and on the east side four thousand and five hundred, and the west side four thousand and five hundred. 17 And the suburbs of the city shall be toward the north two hundred and fifty, and toward the south two hundred and fifty, and toward the east two hundred and fifty, and toward the west two hundred and fifty. 18 And the residue in length over against the oblation of the holy portion shall be ten thousand eastward, and ten thousand westward: and it shall be over against the oblation of the holy por- tion; and the increase thereof shall be for food unto them that serve the city. 19 And they that serve the city shall serve it out of all the tribes of Israel. 20 All the oblation shall be five and twenty thousand by five and twenty thousand: ye shall offer the holy oblation foursquare, with the pos- session of the city. 21 And the residue shall be for the prince^ on the one side and on the other of the holy oblation, 6X4 Daniel, Hananiah, &c, DANIEL, I. (1) refuse the king's meat. and of the possession of the city, over against the five and twenty thousand of the oblation toward the east border, and westward over against the five and twenty thousand toward the west border, over against the portions! for the prince: and it shall be the holy oblation; and the sanctuary of the house shall be in the midst thereof. 22 Moreover from the possession of the Levites, and from the possession of the city, being in the midst of that which is the prince's, between the border of Judah and the border of Benjamin, shall be for the prince. 23 As for the rest of the tribes, from the east side unto the west side, Benjamin shall have a portion. 24 And by the border of Benjamin, from the east side unto the west side, Simeon shall have a portion. 25 And by the border of Simeon, from the east side unto the west side, Issachar a portion. 26 And by the border of Issachar, from the east side unto the west side, Zebulun a portion. 27 And by the border of Zebulun, from the east side unto the west side, Gad a portion. 28 And by the border of Gad, at the south' side southward, the border shall be even from Tamar unto the waters of strife in Kadesh, and to the river toward the great sea. 29 This is the land which ye shall divide by lot unto the tribes of Israel for inheritance, and these are their portions, saith the Lord God. 30 And these are the goings out of the city on the north side, four thousand and five hundred measures. 31 And the gates of the city shall be after the names of the tribes of Israel : three gates north- ward ; one gate of Reuben, one gate of Judah, one gate of Levi. 32 And at the east side four thousand and five hundred: and three gates; and one gate of Joseph, one gate of Benjamin, one gate of Dan. 33 And at the south side four thousand and five hundred measures: and three gates; one gate cf Simeon, one gate of Issachar, one gate of Zebu- lun. 34 At the west side four thousand and five hun- dred, with their three gates ; one gate of Gad, one gate of Asher, one gate of Naphtali. 35 It was round about eighteen thousand measures : and the name of the city from that day shall be, The Lord is there. The Book of Daniel. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Jehoiakim's captivity. 3 Ashpenaz taketh Daniel Hfinjiiiiah, Mishael, and Azariah. 8 They refusing- the king's portion do prosper with pulse and water. 17 Their excellency in wisdom. IN the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah came Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon unto Jerusalem, and besieged it. 2 And the Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, with part of the vessels of the house of God: which he carried into the land of Shinar to the house of his god; and he brought the vessels into the treasure house of his god. 3 And the king spake unto Ashpenaz the mas- ter of his eunuchs, that he should bring certain of the children of Israel, and of the king's seed, and of the princes; 4 Children in whom was no blemish, but well favoured, and skilful in all wisdom, and cunning in knowledge, and understanding science, and such as had ability in them to stand in the king's palace, and whom they might teach the learning and the tongue of the Chaldeans. 5 And the king appointed them a daily pro- vision of the king's meat, and of the wine which he drank : so nourishing them three years, that at the end thereof they might stand before the king. 6 Now among these were of the children of Judah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: 7 Unto whom the prince of the eunuchs gave names: for he gave unto Daniel the name of Belteshazzar; and to Hananiah, of Shadrach; and to Mishael, of Meshach; and to Azariah, of Abed- nego. 8 But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. 9 Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love with the prince of the eunuchs. 10 And the prince of the eunuchs said unto Daniel, I fear my lord the king, who hath ap- pointed your meat and your drink : for why should he see your faces worse liking than the children which are of your sort? then shall ye make me endanger my head to the king. 11 Then said Daniel to Melzar, whom the prince of the eunuchs had set over Daniel, Hana- niah, Mishael, and Azariah, 12 Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink. 13 Then let our countenances be looked upon before thee, and the countenance of the children that eat of the portion of the king's meat: and as thou seest, deal with thy servants. 14 So he consented to them in this matter, and proved them' ten days. 15 And at the end of ten days their counten- ances appeared fairer and fatter in flesh than all the children which did eat the portion of the king's meat. 16 Thus Melzar took away the portion of their meat, and the wine that they should drink; and 615 u\ Nebuchadnezzar DANIEL, II. (2) forgetteth his dream. gave them pulse. 17 As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams. 18 Now at the end of the days that the king had said he should bring them in, then the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchad- nezzar. 19 And the king communed with them; and among them all was found none like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: therefore stood they before the king. 20 And in all matters of wisdom and under- standing, that the king enquired of them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and astrologers that were in all his realm. 21 And Daniel continued even unto the first year of king Cyrus. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Nebuchadnezzar, forgetting his dream, requireth it of the Chaldeans, by promises and threatenings. 10 They acknowledging their inability are judged to die. 14 Daniel obtaining some respite findeth the dream. 19 He blesseth God. 24 He staying the decree is brought to the king. 31 The dream. 36 The interpretation. 46 Daniel's advancement. AND in the second year of the reign of Nebu- chadnezzar Nebuchadnezzar dreamed dreams, wherewith his spirit was troubled, and his sleep brake from him. 2 Then the king commanded to call the ma- gicians, and the astrologers, and the sorcerers, and the Chaldeans, for to shew the king his dreams. So they came and stood before the king. 3 And the king said unto them, I have dreamed a dream, and my spirit was troubled to know the dream. 4 Then spake the Chaldeans to the king in Syriack, O king, live for ever: tell thy servants the dream, and we will shew the interpretation. 5 The king answered and said to the Chal- deans, The thing is gone from me: if ye will not make known unto me the dream, with the inter- pretation thereof, ye shall be cut in pieces, and your houses shall be made a dunghill. 6 But if ye shew the dream, and the interpre- tation thereof, ye shall receive of me gifts and re- wards and great honour: therefore shew me the dream, and the interpretation thereof. 7 They answered again and said, Let the king tell his servants the dream, and we will shew the interpretation of it. 8 The king answered and said, I know of cer- tainty that ye would gain the time, because ye see the thing is gone from me. 9 But if ye will not make known unto me the dream, there is but one decree for you : for ye have prepared lying and corrupt words to speak be- fore me, till the time be changed: therefore tell me the dream, and I shall know that ye can shew me the interpretation thereof. 10 The Chaldeans answered before the king, and said, There is not a man upon the earth that can shew the king's matter: therefore there is no king, lord, nor ruler, that asked such things at any magician, or astrologer, or Chaldean. 11 And it is a rare thing that the king re- quireth, and there is none other that can shew it before the king, except the gods, whose dwelling is not with flesh. 12 For this cause the king was angry and very furious, and commanded to destroy all the wise men of Babylon. 13 And the decree went forth that the wise men should be slain ; and they sought Daniel and his fellows to be slain. 14 Then Daniel answered with counsel and wisdom to Arioch the captain of the king's guard, which was gone forth to slay the wise men of Babylon : 15 He answered and said to Arioch the king's captain, Why is the decree so hasty from the king? Then Arioch made the thing known to Daniel. 16 Then Daniel went in, and desired of the king that he would give him time, and that he would shew the king the interpretation. 17 Then Daniel went to his house, and made the thing known to Hananiah, Mishael, and Aza- riah, his companions: 18 That they would desire mercies of the God of heaven concerning this secret; that Daniel and his fellows should not perish with the rest of the wise men of Babylon. 19 Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision. Then Daniel blessed the God of heaven. 20 Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are bis: 21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding: 22 He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him. 23 I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now what we de- sired of thee: for thou hast now made known unto us the king's matter. 24 Therefore Daniel went in unto Arioch, whom the king had ordained to destroy the wise men of Babylon : he went and said thus unto him ; Destroy not the wise men of Babylon: bring me in before the king, and I will shew unto the king the interpretation. '25 Then Arioch brought in Daniel before the king in haste, and said thus unto him, I have found a man of the captives of Judah, that will make known unto the king the interpretation. 26 The king answered and said to Daniel, whose name was Belteshazzar, Art thou able to make known unto me the dream which I have seen, and the interpretation thereof? 27 Daniel answered in the presence of the king, 616 The dream DANIEL, III. (3) and its interpretation. and said, The secret which, the king hath de- manded cannot the wise men, the astrologers, the magicians, the socthsayers, shew unto the king; 28 But there is a God in heaven that revealeth secrets, and maketh known to the king Nebuchad- nezzar what shall be in the latter days. Thy dream, and the visions of thy head upon thy bed, are these; 29 As for thee, O king, thy thoughts came into thy mind upon thy bed, what should come to pass hereafter: and he that revealeth secrets maketh known to thee what shall come to pass. 30 But as for me, this secret is not revealed to me for any wisdom that I have more than any living, but for their sakes that shall make known the interpretation to the king, and that thou mightest know the thoughts of thy heart. 31 Thou, O king, sawest, and behold a great image. This great image, whose brightness was excellent, stood before thee; and the form thereof was terrible. 32 This image's head was of fine gold, his breast and his arms of silver, his belly and his thighs of brass, 33 His legs of iron, his feet part of iron and part of day. 34 Thou sawest till that a stone was cut out without bands, which smote the image upon his feet that were of iron and clay, and brake them to pieces. 35 Then was the iron, the clay, the brass, the silver, and the gold, broken to pieces together, and became like the chaff of the summer thresh- ingfloors; and the wind carried them away, that no place was found for them: and the stone that smote the image became a great mountain, and filled the whole earth. 36 This is the dream; and we will tell the in- terpretation thereof before the king. 37 Thou, O king, art a king of kings: for the God of heaven hath given thee a kingdom, power, and strength, and glory. 38 And wheresoever the children of men dwell, the beasts of the field and the fowls of the heaven hath he given into thine hand, and hath made thee ruler over tbem all. Thou art this head of gold. 39 And after thee shall arise another kingdom inferior to thee, and another third kingdom of. brass, which shall bear rule over all the earth. 40 And the fourth kingdom shall be strong as iron: forasmuch as iron breaketh in pieces and subdueth all things: and as iron that breaketh all these, shall it break in pieces and bruise. 41 And whereas thou sawest the feet and toes, part of potters' clay, and part of iron, the king- dom shall be divided; but there shall be in it of the strength of the iron, forasmuch as thou saw- est the iron mived with miry clay. 42 And as the toes of the feet were part of iron, and part of clay, so the kingdom shall be partly strong, and partly broken. 43 And whereas thou sawest iron mixed with miry clay, they shall mingle themselves with the seed of men : but they shall not cleave one to an- other, even as iron is not mixed with clay. 44 And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other people, but it shall break in nieces and consume all" these kingdoms, and it "shall stand for ever. 45 Forasmuch as thou sawest that the stone was- cut out of the mountain without hands, and that it brake in pieces the iron, the brass, the clay, the silver, and the gold ; the great God hath made known to the king what shall come to pass hereafter: and the dream is certain, and the in- terpretation thereof sure. 46 Then the king Nebuchadnezzar fell upon his face, and worshipped Daniel, and commanded that they should offer an oblation and sweet odours unto him. 47 The king answered unto Daniel, and said, Of a truth it is, that your God is a God of gods, and a Lord of kings, and a revealer of secrets, seeing tbou couldest reveal this secret. 48 Then the king made Daniel a great man, and gave him many great gifts, and made him ruler over the whole province of Babylon, and chief of the governors over all the wise men of Babylon. 49 Then Daniel requested of the king, and he set Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, over the affairs of the province of Babylon : but Daniel sat in the gate of the king. CHAPTER III (3) 1 Nebuchadnezzar dedicateth a golden image In Dura. 8 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego are accused for not worshipping the image. 13 They, being threat- ened, make a good confession. 19 God delivereth them out of the furnace. 26 Nebuchadnezzar seeing the miracle blessetb Grod. "|YT~EBUCHADNEZZAR the king made an -i- 1 image of gold, whose height was threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof six cubits : he set it up in the plain of Dura, in the province of Baby- lon. 2 Then Nebuchadnezzar the king sent to gather together the princes, the governors, and the captains, the judges, the treasurers, the coun- sellors, the sheriffs, and all the rulers of the pro- vinces, to come to the dedication of the image which Nebuchadnezzar the king had set up. 3 Then the princes, the governors, and cap- tains, the judges, the treasurers, the counsellors, the sheriffs, and all the rulers of the provinces, were gathered together unto the dedication of the image that Nebuchadnezzar the king had set up; and they stood before the image that Nebuchad- nezzar had set up. 4 Then an herald cried aloud, To you it is com- manded, O people, nations, and languages, 5 That at what time ye hear the sound, of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, ye fall down and worship the golden image that Nebuchadnezzar the king hath set up: 6 And whoso falleth not down and worship- peth shall the same hour be cast into the midst of 617 .,., The golden image set up. DANIEL, IV. (4) God deliver eth Shadrach, &c. a burning fiery furnace. 7 Therefore at that time, when all the people heard the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sack- but, psaltery, and all kinds of musick, all the peo- ple, the nations, and the languages, fell down and worshipped the golden image that Nebuchadnez- nar the king had set up. 8 Wherefore at that time certain Chaldeans came near, and accused the Jews. 9 They spake and said to the king Nebuchad- nezzar, O king, live for ever. 10 Thou, O king, hast made a decree, that every man that shall hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, shall fall down and worship the golden image: 11 And whoso falleth not down and worship- ped, that he should be cast into the midst of a burning fiery furnace. 12 There are certain Jews whom thou hast set over the affairs of the province of Babylon, Shad- rach, Meshach, and Abed-nego; these men, O king, have not regarded thee: they serve not thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou has set up. 13 Then Nebuchadnezzar in his rage and fury commanded to bring Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego. Then they brought these men before the king. 14 Nebuchadnezzar spake and said unto them, Is it true, O Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, do not ye serve my gods, nor worship the golden image which I have set up? 15 Now if ye be ready that at what time ye hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, ye fall down and worship the image which I have made; well : but if ye worship not, ye shall be cast the. same hour into the midst of a burning fiery furnace; and who is that God that shall deliver you out of my hands? 16 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, an- swered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter. 17 If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king. 18 But if not, be it known unto thee, O king, that we will not serve thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up. 19 Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shad- rach, Meshach, and Abed-nego: therefore he spake, and commanded that they should heat the furnace one seven times more than it was wont to be heated. 20 And he commanded the most mighty men that were in his army to bind Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, and to cast them into the burn- ing fiery furnace. 21 Then these men were bound in their coats, their hosen, and their hats, and their other gar- ments, and were cast into the midst of the burn- ing fiery furnace. 22 Therefore because the king's commandment was urgent, and the furnace exceeding hot, the flame of the Are slew those men that took up Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego. 23 And these three men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, fell down bound into the midst of the burning fiery furnace. 24 Then Nebuchadnezzar the king was as- tonied, and rose up in haste, and spake, and said unto his counsellors, Did not we cast three men bound into the midst of the fire? They answered and said unto the king, True, O king. 25 He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire, and they have no hurt ; and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God. 26 Then Nebuchadnezzar came near to the mouth of the burning fiery furnace, and spake, and said, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, ye servants of the most high God, come forth, and come hither. Then Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, came forth of the midst of the fire. 27 And the princes, governors, and captains, and the king's counsellors, being gathered to- gether, saw these men, upon whose bodies the fire had no power, nor was an hair of their head singed, neither were their coats changed, nor the smell of fire had passed on them. 28 Then Nebuchadnezzar spake, and said. Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, who hath sent his angel, and de- livered his servants that trusted in him, and have changed the king's word, and yielded their bodies, that they might not serve nor worship any god, except their own God. 29 Therefore I make a decree, That every peo- ple, nation, and language, which speak any thing amiss against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, shall be cut in pieces, and their houses shall be made a dunghill: because there is no other God that can deliver after this sort. 30 Then the king promoted Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, in the province of Babylon. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1' Nebuchadnezzar confesseth God's kingdom, 4 maketh relation of his dreams, which the magicians could not •interpret. 8 Daniel heareth the dream. 19 He inter- preted it. 28 The story of the event. 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(6) on the mount. judge deliver thef* to the officer, and thou be oast into prison. 20 Verily I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid- the nttermost farthing. 27 Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery": 28 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. 29 And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. 30 And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one. of thy members should perish, and not -that thy whole body should be cast into hell. 31 It hath been said, Whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of di- vorcement : 32 But 1 say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of forni- cation, causeth her to commit adultery: and who- soever shall marry her that is divorced commit- teth adultery. 33 Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thy- self, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths: 34 But I say unto you, Swear not at all ; neither by heaven ; for it is God's throne : 35 Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool: neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King. 36 Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, be- cause thou canst not make one hair white or black. 37 But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil. 38 Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: 39 But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil : but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. 40 And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy. cloak also. 41 And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain. 42 Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away. 43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. 44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies^ bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; 45 That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven : for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. 46 For if ye love them which love you, what re- ward have ye? do not even the publicans the same? 47 And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so? 48 Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 Christ continuetb his sermon in the mount, speaking of alms, 5 prayer, 14 forgiving our brethren, 16 fasting, 19 where our treasure is to be laid up, 24 of serving God, and mammon: 25 exhorteth not to be careful for worldly things: but to seek God's kingdom. TAKE heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them : otherwise ye have ho reward of your Father which is in heaven. 2 Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. 3 But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth: 4 That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly. 5 And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are : for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. 6 But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. 7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. 8 Be not ye therefore like unto them : for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. 9 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. 10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. 13 And lead us not into' temptation, but de- liver us from evil : For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. 14 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: 15 But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. 16 Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypo- crites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have 1 their re- ward. 17 But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face; 18 That thou appear not unto men to fast, but unto thy Father which is in secret: and thy 666 _1 Christ's sermon ST. MATTHEW, VII. (7) on the mount. Father, which, seeth in secret, shall reward thee openly. 19 Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal : 20 But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth cor- rupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal : 21 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. 22 The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light. 23 But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness! 24 No man can serve two masters : for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. 25 Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? 26 Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns ; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they? 27 Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature? 28 And why take ye thought for raiment? Con- sider the lilies of the field, how they grow ; they tc-il not, neither do they spin: 29 And yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. 30 Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the oven^ shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith? 31 Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Where- withal shall we be clothed? 32 (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek :) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. 33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. 34 Take therefore no thought for the morrow : for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. CHAPTER Ytt (7) 1 Christ ending his sermon in the mount, reproveth rash judgment, 6 forbiddeth to cast holy things to dogs, 7 exhorteth to prayer, 13 to enter in at the strait gate, 15 to beware of false prophets, 21 not to be hearers, but doers of the -word: 24 like houses builded on a rock, 26 and not on the sand. JUDGE not, that ye be not judged. 2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. 3 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? 4 Or how wilt thou say to. thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? 5 Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye. 6 Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you. 7 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: 8 For every one that asketh receiveth ; and he that seeketh fiudeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. 9 Or what man is there of you, whom if his son ask bread, will he give him a stone? 10 Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a ser- pent? 11 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him? 12 Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets. 13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat : 14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. 15 Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. 16 Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? 17 Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. 18 A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. 19 Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. 20 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. 21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven ; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work in- iquity. 24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: 25 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that 667 Centurion's servant healed. ST. MATTHEW, VIII. (8) Christ stiileth the tempest. house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock. 26 And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand: 27 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall of it. 28 And it came to pass, when Jesus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at his doctrine: 29 For he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. CHAPTER Vni. (8) 2 Christ cleanseth the leper, 5 healeth the centurion's servant, 14 Peter's mother in law, 16 and many otlier diseased: 18 sheweth how he is to be followed: 23 stiil- eth the tempest on the sea, 28 driveth the devils out of two men possessed, 31 'and suffereth them to go into the swine. VV7"HEN he was come down from the mount- t T ain, great multitudes followed him. 2 And, behold, there came a leper and wor- shipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 3 And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will ; be thou clean. And immedi- ately his leprosy was cleansed. 4 And Jesus saith unto him, See thou tell no man; but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them. 5 And when Jesus was entered into Caper- naum, there came unto him a centurion, beseech- ing him, 6 And saying, Lord, my servant lieth at home sick of the palsy, grievously tormented. 7 And Jesus saith unto him, I will come and heal him. 8 The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed. 9 For I am a man under authority, having sol- diers under me: and I say to this man, Go, and he goeth ; and to another, Come, and he cometh ; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it. 10 When Jesus heard it, he marvelled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. 11 And I say unto you, That many s"hall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven. 12 But the children of the kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness: there shall be weep- ing and gnashing of teeth. 13 And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; and as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. And his servant was healed in the self- same hour. 14 And when Jesus was come into Peter's house, he saw his wife's mother laid, and sick of a fever. 15 And he touched her hand, and the fever left her: and she arose, and ministered unto them. 16 Vvhen the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick: 17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses. 18 Now when Jesus saw great multitudes about him, he gave commandment to depart unto the other side. 19 And a certain scribe came, and said unto him, Master, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. 20 And Jesus saith 1 unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests ; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head. 21 And another of his disciples said unto him, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father. 22 But Jesus said unto him, Follow me; and let the dead bury their dead. 23 And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him. 24 And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves : but he was asleep. 25 And his disciples came to him, and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish. 26 And he saith unto them, Why are ye fear- ful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and re- buked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm. 27 But the men marvelled, saying, What man- ner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him ! 28 And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there, met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so that no man might pass by that way. 29 And, behold, they cried out, saying, What have we to do with thee, Jesus, thou son of God? art thou come hither to torment us before the •lime? 30 And there was a good way off from them an herd of many swine feeding. 31 So the devils besought him, saying, If thou cast us out, suffer us to go away into the herd of swine. 32 And he said unto them, Go. And when they were come out, they went into the herd of swine: and, behold, the whole herd of swine ran violently down a steep place into the sea, and perished in the waters. 33 And they that kept them Bed, and went their ways into the city, and told every thing, and what was befallen to the possessed of the devils. 34 And, behold, the whole city came out to meet Jesus: and when they saw him, they be- sought him that he would depart out of their coasts. CHAPTER IX. (9) 2 Christ curing one sick of the palsy, 9 calleth Matthew from the receipt of custom, 10 eateth with publicans &m Matthew is called. ST. MATTHEW, X. (10) Jairus' daughter raised. and sinners, 14 defendeth his-disciples for not fasting, 20 curerth. the bloody issue, 23 raiseth from death Jairus' daughter, 27 giveth sight to two blind men, 32 healeth a dumb man possessed of a devil, 36 and hath compassion of the multitude. AND lie entered into a snip, and passed over, and came into his own city. 2 And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee. 3 And, behold, certain of the scribes said with- in themselves, This man blasphemeth. 4 And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts? 5 For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be for- given thee; or to say, Arise, and walk? 6 But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (then saith he to the sick of the palsy,) Arise, take up thy bed, and go unto thine house. 7 And he arose, and departed to his house. 8 But when the multitude saw it, they mar- velled", and glorified God, which had given such power unto men. 9 And as Jesus passed forth from thence, he saw a man, named Matthew, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he saith unto him, Follow me. And he arose, and followed him. 10 And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meat in the house, behold, many publicans and sinners came and sat down with him and his disciples. 11 And when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto his disciples, Why eateth your Master with publicans and sinners? 12 But when Jesus heard that, he said unto them, They that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick. 13 But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repent- ance. 14 Then came to him the disciples of John, say- ing, Why do we and the Pharisees fast oft, but thy disciples fast not? 15 And Jesus said unto them, Can the chil- dren of the bridechamber mourn, as long as the bridegroom is with them? but the days will come when the bridegroom shall be taken from them, and then shall they fast. 1G No man putteth a piece of new cloth unto an old garment, for that which is put in to fill it up taketh from the garment, and the rent is made worse. 17 Neither do men put new wine into old bot- tles: else the bottles break, and the wine runneth out, and the bottles perish: but they put new wine into new bottles, and both are preserved. 18 While he spake these things unto them, be- hold, there came a certain ruler, and worshipped him, saying, My daughter is even now dead : but come and lay thy hand upon her, and she shall live. 19 And Jesus arose, and followed him, and so did his disciples. 20 And, behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him, and touched the hem of his garment: 21 For she said within herself, If I may but touch his garment, I shall be whole. 22 But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour. 23 And when Jesus came into the ruler's house, and saw the minstrels and the people making a noise, 24 He said unto them, Give place: for the maid is not dead, but sleepeth. And they laughed him to scorn. 25 But when the people were put forth, he went in, and took her by the hand, and the maid arose. 26 And the fame hereof went abroad into all that land. 27 And when Jesus departed thence, two blind men followed him, crying, and saying, Thou son of David, have mercy on us. 28 And when he was come into the house, the blind men came to him: and Jesus saith unto them, Believe ye that I am able to do this? They said unto him, Yea, lord. 29 Then touched he their eyes, saying, Accord- ing to your faith be it unto you. 30 And their eyes were opened; and Jesus straitly charged them, saying, See that no man know it. 31 But they, when they were departed, spread abroad his fame in all that country. 32 As they went out, behold, they brought to him a dumb man possessed with a devil. 33 And when the devil was cast out, the dumb spake: and the multitudes marvelled, saying, It was never so seen in Israel. 34 But the Pharisees said, He casteth out devils through the prince of the devils. 35 And Jesus went about all the cities and vil- lages, teaching in their synagogues, and preach- ing the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. 36 But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep hav- ing no shepherd. 37 Then saith he unto his disciples, the har- vest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few; 38 Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest. CHAPTER X., (10) 1 Christ sendeth out his twelve apostles, enabling them with power to do miracles, 5 giveth them their charge, teacheth them, 16 comforteth them against persecu- tions: 40 and promiseth a blessing to those that receive them. AND when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against un- clean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease. 2 Now the names of the twelve apostles are these; The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and eea I >>a a aaS $"* - S ti (£>£» E « O ,2? »o +-» a 3 C . oj « 03 *, §a^ co a) sj S^a s_ « -S M* o •a.» « g « o-a a * pa CO 03 ■u a . E os a> -a ©<" a fe» ffl >iO a S*g 03 ^ oo w slit C N P 5*3 ■# es a> S3 w *-> £< *> S< w an S 5 °— . ■*-'S c^a.2 5! c £ -a ^ 2 CO 4J ■nay . 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Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother; 3 Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Al- phaeus, and Lebbaeusi, whose surname was Thad- daeus; 4 Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him. 5 These twelve Jesus sent forth, and com- manded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into any city of the Samaritans en- ter ye not: 6 But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 7 And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand. 8 Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. 9 Provide neither gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses, 10 Nor scrip for your journey, neither two coats, neither shoes, nor yet staves: for the work- man is worthy of his meat. 11 And into whatsoever city or town ye shall enter, enquire who in it is worthy; and there abide till ye go thence. 12 And when ye come into an house, salute it. 13 And if the house be worthy, let your peace come upon it: but if it be not worthy, let your peace return to you. 14 And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet. 15 Verily I say unto you, It shall be more toler- able for the land of Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment, than for that city. 16 Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. 17 But beware of men : for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues; 18 And ye shall be brought before governors and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them and the Gentiles. 19 But when they deliver you up, take no thought how or what ye shall speak : for it shall be given you in that same hour what ye shall speak. 20 For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you. 21 And the brother shall deliver up the brother to death, and the father the child; and the children shall rise up against their parents, and cause them to be put to death. 22 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved. 23 But when they persecute you in this city, flee ye into another: for verily I say unto you, Ye shall not have gone over the cities of Israel, till the Son of man be come. 24 The disciple is not above his master, nor the servant above his lord. 25 It is enough for the disciple that he be as his master, and the servant as his lord. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebub, how much more shall they call them of his house- hold? 26 Fear them not therefore : for there is noth- ing covered, that shall not be revealed; and hid, that shall not be known. 27 What I tell you in darkness, that speak ye in light : and what ye hear in the ear, that preach ye upon the housetops. 28 And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul : but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and bodv in hell. - ■ 29 Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ground with- out your Father. 30 But the very hairs of your head are all num- bered. 31 Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows. 32 Whosoever therefore shall confess me be- fore men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven. 33 But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven. 34 Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword. 35 For I am come to set a man at variance against his father, and the daughter against her mother, and the daughter in law against her mother in law. 36 xind a man's foes shall be they of his own household. 37 He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. 38 And he that taketh not his cross, and fol- loweth after me, is not worthy of me. 39 He that flndeth his life shall lose it : and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it. 40 He that receiveth you receiveth me, and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me. 41 He that receiveth a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet's reward; and he that receiveth a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man's reward. 42 And whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold water only in the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward. CHAPTER XI. (11) 2 John sendeth bis disciples to Christ. 7 Christ's testi- mony concerning John. 18 The opinion of the people, both concerning John and Christ. 20 Christ upbraid- cth the unthankfulness and unrepentanee of Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum: 25 and praising his Fath- er's wisdom in revealing the gospel to the simple, 28 he calleth to him all such as feel the burden of their sins. AND it came to pass, when Jesus had made . an end of commanding his twelve disciples, J he departed thence to teach and to preach in their j cities. 30 670 ■" 0) t> st ** a s 03O "»'-' ^£.2 a? •°ago 1:1 P ™ a l«S§* fitsw| q fc, m m « "a -d cs to ft a 0) o go 5 "fttf to eS jc d cm P o » cj o> ft ^.S-ato ^gas® son +> © n oj ©• 4) bi M O OJ ■d ja-3 ^ B ^ a 5* fl L o &..<« 3 r, 2 ©£ S •C .2 6 •O P d a o a> be cc! CO gfl . 0* 1=3 d ft -3 cS bed O t« O0> 0) «■ & oi +j »^- '5 Q> ° e> .2-5* 2 « 03 +^ a> i3f The people's opinion ST. MATTHEW, XII. (12) concerning John and Christ. 2 Now when John had heard in the prison the works of Christ, he sent two of his disciples, 3 And said unto him, Art thou he that should come, or do we look for another? 4 Jesus answered and said unto them, Go and shew John again those things which ye do hear and see: 5 The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gos- pel preached to them. 6 And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me. 7 And as they departed, Jesus began to say unto the multitudes concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken with the wind? 8 But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? behold, they that wear soft clothing are in king's houses. 9 But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? yea, I say unto you, and more than a prophet. 10 For this is he, of whom it is written, Be- hold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. 11 Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. 12 And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force. 13 For all the prophets and the law prophesied until John. 14 And if ye will receive it, this is Elias, which was for to come. 15 He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. 16 But whereunto shall I liken this genera- tion? It is like unto children sitting in the mar- kets, and calling unto their fellows, 17 And saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced ; we have mourned unto you, and ye have not lamented. 18 For- John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, He hath a devil. 19 The Son of man came eating and drinking, and they say, Behold a man gluttonous, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners. But wisdom is justified of her children. 20 Then began he to upbraid the cities wherein most of his mighty w^^ks were done, because they repented not: 21 Woe unto thee, Chorazin! woe unto thee, Bethsaida! for if the mighty works, which were done in you, had been done in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes. 22 But I say unto you, It shall be more toler- able for Tyre and Sidon at the day of judgment, than for you. 23 And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted unto heaven, shalt be brought down to hell: for if the mighty works, which have been done in tfiee, had been done in Sodom, it would have re- mained until this day. 24 But I say unto you, That it shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom in the day of judg- ment, than for thee; 25 At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes. 26 Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in thy sight. 27 All things are delivered unto me of my Father: and no man knoweth the Son, but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, and he to whomsoever the Son will reveal him. 28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart : and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 Christ reproveth the blindness of the Pharisees con- cerning the breach of the sabbath, 3 by scriptures, 9 by reason, 13 and by a miracle. 22 He healeth the man possessed that was blind and dumb. 31 Blas- phemy against the Holy Ghost shall never be forgiven. 36 Account shall be made of idle words. 38 He re- buketh the unfaithful, who seek after a sign: 49 and sheweth who is his brother, sister, and mother. AT that time Jesus went on the sabbath day through the corn; and his disciples were an hungred, and began to pluck the ears of corn, and to eat. 2 But when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto him, Behold, thy disciples do that which is not lawful to do upon the sabbath day. 3 But he said unto them, Have ye not read what David did, when he was an hungred, and they that were with him ; 4 How he entered into the house of God, and did eat the shewbread, which was not lawful for him to eat, neither for them which were with him, but only for the priests? 5 Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple pro- fane the sabbath, and are blameless? 6 But I say unto you, That in this place is one greater than the temple. 7 But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless. 8 For the Son of man is Lord even of the sab- bath day. 9 And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue: 10 And, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath days? that they might accuse him. 11 And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it fall into a pit on the sabbath day, will he not lay hold on it, and lift it out? 12 How much then is a. man better than a 671 Christ reproveth the Pharisees. ST. MATTHEW, XIII. (13) He rebuketh the unfaithful. sheep? Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the sabbath days. 13 Then saith he to the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it forth; and it was restored whole, like as the other. 14 Then the Pharisees went out, and held a council against him, how they might destroy him. 15 But when Jesus knew it, he withdrew him- self from thence: and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them all ; 16 And charged them that they should not make him known: 17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, 18 Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles. 19 He shall not strive, nor cry; neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets. 20 A bruised reed shall he not break, and smok- ing flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory. 21 And in his name shall the Gentiles trust. 22 Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb : and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw. 23 And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David? 24 But when the Pharisees heard it, they said, This fellow doth not cast out devils, but by Beel- zebub the prince of the devils* 25 And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand: 26 And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand? 27 And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your children cast them out? therefore they shall be your judges. 28 But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you. 29 Or else how can one enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house. 30 He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad. 31 Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men. 32 And whosoever speaketh a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him : but whoso- ever speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come. 33 Either make the tree good, and his fruit good; or else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt : for the tree is known by his fruit. 34 O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. 35 A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things. 36 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. 37 For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned. 38 Then certain of the scribes and of the Phari- sees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee. 39 But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas : 40 For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth. 41 The men of Nineveh shall rise in judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: be- cause they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here. 42 The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall con- demn it : for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here. 43 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. 44 Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out ; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished. 45 Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation. 46 While he yet talked to the people, behold, his mother and his brethren stood without, de- siring to speak with him. 47 Then one said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to speak with thee. 48 But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother and who are my brethren? 49 And he stretched forth his hand toward his disciples, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren ! 50 For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother. CHAPTEK XIII. (13) 3 The parable of the sower and the seed: 18 the exposi- tion of it. 24 The parable of the tares, 31 of the must- ard seed, 33 of the leaven, 44 of the hidden treasure, 45 of the pearl, 47 of the drawnet cast into the sea: 53 and how Christ is contemned of his own countrymen. THE same day went Jesus out of the house, and sat by the sea side. 2 And great multitudes were gathered to- gether unto him, so that he went into a ship, and 672 Parable of the ST. MATTHEW, XIII. (13) sower and the seed ■ 1 1 sat; and the whole multitude stood on the shore. 3 And he spake many things unto them in par- ableSj saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow; 4 And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up: 5 Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth: 6 And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away. 7 And some fell among thorns ; and the thorns . sprung up, and choked them: 8 But other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold. 9 Who hath ears to hear, let him hear. 10 And the disciples came, and said unto him, Why speakest thou unto them in parables? 11 He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given. 12 For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but whoso- ever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he hath. 13 Therefore speak I to them in parables: be- cause they seeing see not ; and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand. ■ 14 And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive: 15 For this people's heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed; lest at any time they should see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and should understand with their heart, and should be con- verted, and I should heal them. 16 But blessed are your eyes, for they see : and your ears, for they hear. 17 For verily I say unto you, That many proph- ets and righteous men have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them ; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them. 18 Hear ye therefore the parable of the sower. 19 When any one heareth the word of the king- dom, and understandeth it not, then cometh the wicked one, and catcheth away that which was sown in his heart. This is he which received seed by the way side. 20 But he that received the seed into stony places, the same is he that heareth the word, and anon with joy receiveth it; 21 Yet hath he not root in himself but dureth for a while: for when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by he is of- fended. 22 He also that received seed among the thorns is he that heareth the word; and the care of this world, and the deceitfulness. of riches, choke the word, and he becometh. unfruitful. 23 But he that received seed into the good ground is he that heareth the word, and under- standeth it; which also beareth fruit, and bring- eth forth, some an hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. 24 Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto' a man which sowed good seed in his field: 25 But while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat, and went his way. 26 But when the blade was sprung up, and brought forth fruit, then appeared the tares also. 27 So the servants of the householder came and said unto him, Sir, didst not thou sow good seed in thy field? from whence then hath it tares? 28 He said unto them. An enemy hath done this. The servants said unto him, Wilt thou then that we go and gather them up? 29 But he said, Nay; lest while ye gather up the tares, ye root up also the wheat with them. 30 Let both grow together until the harvest: and in the time of harvest I will say to the reap- ers, Gather ye together first the tares, and bind them in bundles to burn them: but gather the wheat into my barn. 31 Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field: 32 Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof. 33 Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened. 34 All these things spake Jesus unto the mul- titude in parables; and without a parable spake he not unto them : 35 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, saying, I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things which have been kept secret from the foundation of the world. 36 Then Jesus sent the multitude away, and went into the house : and his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field. 37 He answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man; 38 The field is the world ; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one; 39 The enemy that sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the world ; and the reap- ers are the angels. 40 As therefore the tares are gathered and burned in the fire; so shall it be in the end of this world. 41 The Son of man shall send forth his angels, and they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that offend, and them which do iniquity; 42 And shall cast them into a furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth. 43 Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath 673 Herod's opinion of Christ, ST. MATTHEW, XIV. (14) Christ feedeth Jive thousand. ears to hear, lei hirn bear. 44 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treastrre hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth ajl that he hath, and buyeth that field. 45 Again, the kingdqm of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: 46 Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it. 47 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind: 48 Which, when it was full, they drew to shore, and sat down, and gathered the good into vessels, but cast the bad away. 49 So shall it be at the end of the world: the angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the just, 50 And shall cast them into the furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth. 51 Jesus saith unto them, Have ye understood all these things? They say unto him, Yea, Lord. 52 Then said he unto them, Therefore every scribe which is instructed unto the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which bringeth forth out of his treasure things new and old. 53 And it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence. 54 And when he was come into his own coun- try, he taught them in their synagogue, insomuch that they were astonished, and said, Whence hath this man this wisdom, and these mighty works? 55 Is not this the carpenter's son? is not his mother called Mary? and his brethren, James, and Joses, and Simon and Judas? 56 And his sisters, are they not all with us? Whence then hath this man all these things? 57 And they were offended in him. But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, save in his own country, and in his own house. 58 And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 Herod's opinion of Christ. 3 Wherefore John Baptist was beheaded. 13 Jesus departeth into a desert place: 15 where he feedeth five thousand men with five loaves and two fishes: 22 he walketh on the sea to his disciples: 34 and landing at Gennesaret, healeth the sick by the touch of the hem of his garment. AT that time Herod the tetrarch heard of the fame of Jesus, 2 And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him. 3 For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison for Herodias' sake, his brother Philip's wife. 4 For John said unto him, It is not lawful for thee to have her. 5 And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet. 6 But when Herod's birthday was kept, the daughter of Herodias danced before them, and pleased Herod. 7 Whereupon he promised with an oath to give her whatsoever she would ask. 8 And she, being before instructed of her mother, said, Give me here John Baptist's head in a charger. 9 And the king was sorry: nevertheless for the oath's sake, and them which, sat with him at meat, he commanded it to be given her. 10 And he sent, and beheaded John in the prison. 11 And his head was brought in a charger, and given to the damsel: and she brought it to her mother. 12 And his disciples came, and took up the body, and buried it, and went and told Jesus. 13 When Jesus heard of it, he departed thence by ship into a desert place apart: and when the people had heard thereof, they followed him on foot out of the cities. 14 And Jesus went forth, and saw a great mul- titude, and was moved with compassion toward them, and he healed their sick. 15 And when it was evening, his disciples came to him, saying, This is a desert place, and the time is now past; send the multitude away, that they may go into the villages, and buy them- selves victuals. 16 But Jesus said unto them, They need not depart ; give ye them to eat. 17 And they say unto him, We have here but five loaves, and two fishesi 18 He said, Bring them hither to me. 19 And he commanded the multitude to sit down on the grass, and took the five loaves, and the two fishes, and looking up to heaven, he blessed, and brake, and gave the loaves to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude. 20 And they did all eat, and were filled: and they took up of the fragments that remained twelve baskets full. 21 And they that had eaten were about five thousand men, beside women and children. 22 And straightway Jesus constrained his dis- ciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. 23 And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart to pray: and when the evening was come, he was there alone. 24 But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was con- trary. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. 26 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. 27 But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. 28 And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if 674 Christ reproveth ST. MATTHEW, XV. (15) the scribes and Pharisees. it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. 29 And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water; to go to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, say- ing, Lord, save me. 31 And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt? 32 And when they were come into the ship, the wind ceased. 33 Then they that were in the ship came and worshipped him, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God. 34 And when they were gone over, they came into the land of Gennesaret. 35 And when the men of that place had knowl- edge of him, they sent out into all that country round about, and brought unto him all that were diseased ; 36 And besought him that they might only touch the hem of his garment: and as many as touched were made perfectly whole. CHAPTER XV. (15) 3 Christ reproveth the scribes and Pharisees for trans- gressing God's commandments through their own tra- ditions: 11 teacheth how that which goeth into the mouth doth not defile a man. 21 He healeth the daughter of the woman of Canaan, 30 and other great multitudes: 32 and with seven loaves and a few little fishes feedeth four thousand men, besides women and children. THEX came to Jesus scribes and Pharisees, which were of Jerusalem, saying, 2 Why do thy disciples transgress the tradi- tion of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread. 3 But he answered and said unto them, Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition? 4 For God commanded, saying, Honour thy father and mother: and, He that curseth father or mother, let him die the death. 5 But ye say, whosoever shall say to his father or his mother, It is a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me; 6 And honour not his father or his mother, he shall be free. Thus have ye made the command- ment of God of none effect by your tradition. 7 Ye hypocrites, well did Esaias prophesy of you, saying, 8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me. 9 But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men. 10 And he called the multitude, and said unto them, Hear, and understand: 11 Xot that which goeth into the mouth de- fileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man. 12 Then came his disciples, and said unto him, Knowest thou that the Pharisees were offended, after they heard this saying? 13 But he answered and said, Every plant, which my heavenly Father hath not planted, shall be rooted up. ' 14 Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch. 15 Then answered Peter and said unto him, Declare unto us this parable'. 16 And Jesus said, Are ye also yet without un- derstanding? 17 Do not ye yet understand, that whatsoever entereth in at the mouth goeth into the belly, and is cast out into the draught? 18 But those things which proceed out of the mouth come forth from the heart ; and they defile the man. 19 For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false wit- ness, blasphemies: 20 These are the things whioh defile a man: but to eat with unwashen hands defileth not a man. 21 Then Jesus went thence, and departed into the coast of Tyre and Sidon. 22 And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil. 23 But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for she crieth after us. 24 But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 25 Then came she and worshipped him, saying, Lord, help me. 26 But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it to dogs. 27 And she said, Truth, Lord : yet the dogs eat of the crumbs which fall from their masters' table. 28 Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto> thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour. 29 And Jesus departed from thence, and came nigh unto the sea of Galilee; and went up into a mountain, and sat down there. 30 And great multitudes came unto him, hav- ing with them those that were lame, blind, dumb, maimed, and many others, and cast them down at Jesus' feet; and he healed them: 31 Insomuch that the multitude wondered, when they saw the dumb to speak, the maimed to be whole, the lame to walk, and the blind to see: and they glorified the God of Israel. 32 Then Jesus called his disciples unto him, and said, I have compassion on the multitude, be- cause they continue with me now three days, and have nothing to eat: and I will not send them away fasting, lest they faint in the way. 33 And his disciples say unto hin^ Whence should we have so much bread in the wilderness, as to fill so great a multitude? 34 And Jesus saith unto them, How many 675 B4& a-' S 3 ^ o ■a ! 5 "> ■ ^1 MP. 0) -S a > P o CO " a> a +•> n S o T3 fl en <> erf — < «— « o •« S g ".S3 J3 8 +-> a a a> o a> <- ^ 2 . a) ^ w fto H tl tl-P 2*5 ^ 00 I g 6 § $ a .zu3 © u o» 0) a os a 03 ft O -. . g = §§£ Sp-Sgl "2 ^ - 03 ..J a d) 3 « oj i-i rh ii F* 03 M O Ha H +J r-, S - p ' TS to S3 h-l +i fe "3 5 ° Hg«t» OJ a oj « >- * * q ©, i' Pharisees require a sign. ST. MATTHEW, XVI. (16) Transfiguration of Christ loaves have ye? And they said, Seven, and a few little fishes. 35 And he commanded the multitude to sit down on the ground. 36 And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude. 37 And they did all eat, and were filled: and they took up of the broken meat that was left seven baskets full. 38 And they that did eat were four thousand men, beside women and children. 39 And he sent away the multitude, and took ship, and came into the coasts of Magdala. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 The Pharisees require a sign. G Jesus warneth his dis- ciples of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees. 13 The people's opinion of Christ, 16 and Peter's con- fession of him. 21 Jesus foresheweth his death, 23 re- proving Peter for dissuading him from it: 24 and ad- monisheth those that will follow him, to bear the cross. THE Pharisees also with the Sadducees came, and tempting desired him that he would shew them a sign from heaven. 2 He answered and said unto them, When it is evening, ye say, It will be fair weather: for the sky is red. 3 And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowering. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times? 4 A wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given unto it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas. And he left them, and departed. 5 And when his disciples were come to the other side, they had forgotten to take bread. 6 Then Jesus said unto them, Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees. 7 And they reasoned among themselves, say- ing, It is because we have taken no' bread. 8 Which when Jesus perceived, he said unto them, O ye of little faith, why reason ye among yourselves, because ye have brought no bread? 9 Do ye not yet understand, neither remember the five loaves of the five thousand, and how many baskets ye took up? 10 Neither the seven loaves of the four thous- and, and how many baskets ye took up? 11 How is it that ye do not understand that I spake it not to you concerning bread, that ye should beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees? 12 Then understood they how that he bade them not beware of the leaven of bread, but of the doctrine of the Pharisees and of the Sad- ducees. 13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? 14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. 15 He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? 16 And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. 17 And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven. 18 And I say also unto- thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. 19 And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven. 20 Then charged he his disciples that they should tell no man that he was Jesus the Christ. 21 From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day. 22 Then Peter took him, and began to rebuke him, saying, Be it far from thee, Lord: this shall not be unto thee. 23 But he turned, and said unto Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: thou art an offence unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men. 24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it. 26 For what is a. man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? 27 For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works. 28 Verily I say unto you, There be some stand- ing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the Son of man coming in his kingdom. CHAPTER XVII. (17) 1 The transfiguration of Christ. 11 He healeth the lunatick, 22 foretelleth his own passion, 24 and payeth tribute. AND after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into an high mountain apart, 2 And was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light. 3 And, behold, there appeared unto them Moses and Elias talking with him. 4 Then answered Peter, and said unto Jesus, Lord, it is good for us to be here : if thou wilt, let us make here three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias. 5 While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. 30 a 676 rt « S3 g>° +J 0) If 1 -- i fi Christ foretelleth his passion. ST. MATTHEW, XVIII. (18) He warneth Ids disciples. 6 And when the disciples heard it, they fell on their face, and were sore afraid. 7 And Jesus came and touched them, and said, Arise, and be not afraid. 8 And when they had lifted up their eyes, they saw no man, save Jesus only. 9 And as they came down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, saying, Tell the vision to no man, until the Son of man be risen again from the dead. 10 And his disciples asked him, saying, Why then say the scribes that Elias must first come? 11 And Jesus answered and said unto them, Elias truly shall first come, and restore all things. 12 But I say unto you, That Elias is come al- ready, and they knew him not, but have done unto him whatsoever they listed. Likewise shall also the Son of man suffer of them. 13 Then the disciples understood that he spake unto them of John the Baptist. 14 And when they were come to the multitude, there came to him a certain man, kneeling down to him, and saying, 15 Lord, have mercy on my son: for he is luna- tick, and sore vexed: for ofttimes he falleth into the fire, and oft into the water. 16 And I brought him to thy disciples, and they could not cure him. 17 Then Jesus answered and said, O faithless and perverse generation, how long shall I be with you? how long shall I suffer you? bring him hither to me. 18 And Jesus rebuked the devil; and he de- parted out of him: and the child was cured from that very hour. 19 Then came the disciples to Jesus apart, and said, Why could not we cast him out? 20 And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you. 21 Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting. 22 And while they abode in Galilee, Jesus said unto them, The Son of man shall be betrayed into the hands of men: 23 And they shall kill him. and the third day he shall be raised again. And they were exceed- ing sorry. 24 And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received tribute money came to Peter, and said, Doth not your master pay tribute? 25 He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers? 26 Peter saith 1 unto him, Of strangers. Jesus saith unto him, Then are the children free. 27 Notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and cast an hook, and take up the fish that first cometh up; and when thou hast opened his mouth, thou shalt find a piece of money: that take, and give unto them for me and thee. CHAPTER XVni. (18) 1 Christ warneth his disciples to be humble and harm- less: 7 to avoid offences, and not to despise the little ones: 15 teacheth how we are to deal with our bre- thren, when they offend us: 21 and how oft to for- give them: 23 which he setteth forth by a parable of the king, that took account of his servants, 32 and punished him, who shewed no mercy to his fellow. AT the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? 2 And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them, 3 And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. 4 Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as. this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven. 5 And whoso shall receive one such little child in my name receiveth me. 6 But whoso shall offend one of these little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea. 7 Woe unto the world because of offences! for it must needs be that offences come; but woe to that man by whom the offence cometh! 8 Wherefore if thy hand or thy foot offend thee, cut them off, and cast them from thee: it is better for thee to enter into life halt or maimed, rather than having two hands or two feet to be cast into everlasting fire. 9 And if thine eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: it is better for thee to en- ter into life with one eye, rather than having two eyes to be cast into hell fire. 10 Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven. 11 For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost. 12 How think ye? if a man have an hundred sheep, and .one of them be gone astray, doth he not leave the ninety and nine, and goeth into the mountains, and seeketh that which is gone astray? 13 And if so be that he find it, verily I say unto you, he rejoiceth more of that sheep, than of the ninety and nine which went not astray. 14 Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish. 15 Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. 16 But if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be estab- lished. 17 And if he shall neglect to hear them, tell it 677 Christ teacheth forgiveness. ST. MATTHEW, XIX. (19) Of divorce and marriage. unto the church: but if he neglect to hear the church, let him be unto thee as an heathen man and a publican; 18 Verily T say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever ye shall loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven. 19 Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. 20 For where two or three are gathered to- gether in my name, there am I in the midst of them. 21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven. 23 Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a cericain king, which would take account of his servants. 24 And when he had begun to reckon, one was brought unto him, which owed him ten thousand talents. 25 But forasmuch as he had not to pay, his lord commanded him to be sold, and his wife, and children, and all that he had, and payment to be made. 26 The servant therefore fell down, and wor- shipped him, saying, Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay thee all. 27 Then the lord of that servant was moved with compassion, and loosed him, and forgave him the debt. 28 But the same servant went out, and found one- of his fellowservants, which owed him an hundred pence: and he laid hands on him, and took him by the throat, saying, Pay me that thou owest. 29 And his fellowservant fell down at his feet, and besought him, saying, Have patience with me, and I will pay thee all. 30 And he would not: but went and cast him into prison, till he should pay the debt. 31 So when his fellowservants saw what was done, they were very sorry, and came and told unto their lord all that was done. 32 Then his lord, after that he had called him, said unto him, O thou wicked servant, I forgave thee all that debt, because thou desiredst me: 33 Shouldest not thou also have had compas- sion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee? 34 And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due unto him. 35 So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 2 Christ healeth the sick: 3 answereth the Pharisees concerning divorcement: 10 sheweth when marriage is necessary: 13 receiveth little children: 16 instructeth the young man how to attain eternal life, 20 and how to be perfect: 23 telleth his disciples how hard it is for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God, 27 and promiseth reward to those that forsake any thing to follow him. AND it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these sayings, he departed from Galilee, and came into the coasts of Judaea be- yond Jordan; 2 And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there. 3 The Pharisees also came unto him, tempting him, and saying unto him, Is it lawful for a man to put away his wife for every cause? 4 And he answered and said unto them, Have ye not read, that he which made them at the be- ginning made them male and female, 5 And said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife: and they twain shall be one flesh? 6 Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder. 7 They say unto him, Why did Moses then com- mand to give a writing of divorcement, and to put her away? 8 He saith unto them, Moses because of the hardness of your hearts suffered you to put away 3'our wives : but from the beginning it was not so. 9 And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery; and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth com- mit adultery. 10 His disciples say unto him, If the case of the man be so with his wife, it is not good to marry. 11 But he said unto them, All men cannot re- ceive this saying, save they to whom it is given. 12 For there are some eunuchs, which were so born from their mother's womb: and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs of men: and there be eunuchsi, which have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of heaven's sake. He that is able to receive it, let him re- ceive it. 13 Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them. 14 But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven. 15 And he laid his hands on them, and de- parted thence. 16 And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? 17 And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the com- mandments. 18 He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adult- ery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, 678 ,f Parable of the labourer*. ST. MATTHEW, XX. (20) Christ foretelleth his patiion. 19 Honour thy father and thy mother: and, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. 20 The young man saith unto him, All these things have I kept from my youth up: what lack I yet? 21 Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go and sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come and follow me. 22 But when the young man heard that say- ing, he went away sorrowful : for he had great possessions. 23 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a, rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven. 24 And again I say unto, you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God. 25 When his disciples heard it, they were ex- ceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved? 26 But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible. 27 Then answered Peter and said unto him, Behold, we have forsaken all, and followed thee ; what shall we have therefore? 28 And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 29 And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life. 30 But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first. CHAPTEE XX. (20) 1 Christ, by the similitude of the labourers in the vine- yard, sheweth that God is debtor unto no man: 17 foretelleth his passion: 20 by answering the mother of Zebedee's children teaeheth his disciples to be low- ly: 30 and giveth two blind men their sight. FOR the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which went out early in the morning to hire labourers into his vineyard. 2 And when he had agreed with the labourers for a penny a day, he sent them into his vineyard. 3 And he went out about the third hour, and saw others standing idle in the marketplace, 4 And said unto them ; Go ye also into the vine- yard, and whatsoever is right I will give you. And they went their way. 5 Again he went out about the sixth and ninth hour, and did likewise. 6 And about the eleventh hour he went out, and found others standing idle, and saith unto them, Why stand ye here all the day idle? 7 They say unto him, Because no man hath hired us. He saith unto them, Go ye also into the vineyard; and whatsoever is right, that shall ye receive. 8 So when even was come, the lord of the vine- yard saith unto his steward, Call the labourers, and give them their hire, beginning from the last unto the first. 9 And when they came that were hired about the eleventh hour, they received every man a penny. 10 But when the first, came, they supposed that they should have received more; and they likewise received every man a penny. 11 And when they had received it, they mur- mured against the goodman of the house, 12 Saying, These last have wrought but one hour, and thou hast made them equal unto us, which have borne the burden and heat of the day. 13 But he answered one of them, and said, Friend, I do thee no wrong: didst not thou agree with me for a penny? 14 Take that thine is, and go thy' way: I will give unto this last, even as unto thee. 15 Is it not lawful for me to do what I will with mine own? Is thine eye evil, because I am good? 16 So the last shall be first, and the first last : for many be called, but few chosen. 17 And Jesus going up to Jerusalem took the twelve disciples apart in the way, and said unto them, 18 Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of man shall be betrayed unto the chief priests and unto the scribes, and they shall con- demn him to death, 19 And shall deliver him to the Gentiles to mock, and to scourge, and to crucify him: and the third day he shall rise again. 20 Then came to him the mother of Zebedee's children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him. 21 And he said unto her, What wilt thou? She saith unto him, Grant that these my two sons may sit, the one on thy right hand, and the other on the left, in thy kingdom. 22 But Jesus answered and said, Ye know not what ye ask. Are ye able to drink of the cup that I shall drink of, and to be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with? They say unto him, We are able. 23 And he saith unto them, Ye shall drink in- deed of my cup, and be baptized with the bap- tism that I am baptized with: but to sit on my right hand, and on my left, is not mine to give, but it shall be given to them for whom it is pre- pared of my Father. 24 And when the ten heard it, they were moved with indignation against the two brethren. 25 But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them, and they that are great ex- ercise authority upon them. 26 But it shall not be so among you: but who- soever will be great among you, let him be your minister; 679 Christ rideth into Jerusalem. ST. MATTHEW, XXI. (21) Fig tree cursed. 27 And whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant: 28 Even as the Son of man came not to be min- istered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many. 29 And as they departed from Jericho, a great multitude followed him. 30 And, behold, two blind men sitting by the way side, when they heard that Jesus passed by, cried out, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou son of David. 31 And the multitude rebuked them, because they should hold their peace: but they cried the more, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou son of David. 32 And Jesus stood still, and called them, and said, What will ye that I shall do unto you? 33 They say unto him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened. 34 So Jesus had compassion on them, and touched their eyes: and immediately their eyes received sight, and they followed him. CHAPTER XXL (21) 1 Christ rideth into Jerusalem upon an ass, 12 driveth the buyers and sellers out of the temple, 17 curseth the fig tree, 23 putteth to silence the priests and eld- ers, 28 and rebuketh them by the similitude of the two sons, 33 and the husbandmen, who slew such as were sent unto them. AND when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples, 2 Saying unto them, Go into the village over against you, and straightway ye shall find an ass tied, and a colt with her: loose them, and bring them unto me. 3 And if any man say ought unto you, ye shall say, The Lord hath need of them; and straight- way he will send them. 4 Ail this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prdphet, saying, 5 Tell ye the daughter of Sion, Behold, thy King cometh unto thee, meek, and sitting upon an ass, and a colt the foal of an ass. 6 And the disciples went, and did as Jesus commanded them, 7 And brought the ass, and the colt, and put on them their clothes, and they set him thereon. 8 And a very great multitude spread their gar- ments in the way; others cut down branches from the trees, and strawed them in the way. 9 And the multitudes that went before, and that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna to the son of David : Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord ; Hosanna in the highest. 10 And when he was come into Jerusalem, all the city was moved, saying, Who is this? 11 And the multitude said, This is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee. . 12 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the money- changers, and the seats of them that sold doves, 13 And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves. 14 And the blind and the lame came to him in the temple; and he healed them. 15 And when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he did, and the chil- dren crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the son of David ; they were sore displeased, 16 And said unto him, Hearest thou what these say? And Jesus saith unto them, Yea; have ye never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings thou hast perfected praise? 17 And he left them, and went out of the city into Bethany; and he lodged there. 18 Now in the morning as he returned into the city, he hungered. 19 And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon, but leaves only, and said unto; it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away. 20 And when the disciples saw it, they mar- velled, saying, How soon is the fig tree withered away! 21 Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this which is done to the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; it shall be done. 22 And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer,believing, ye shall receive. 23 And when he was come into the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people came unto him as he was teaching, and said, By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority? 24 And Jesus answered and said unto them, I also will ask you one thing, which if ye tell me, I in like wise will tell you by what authority I do these things. 25 The baptism of John, whence was it? from heaven, or of men? And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, Prom heaven ; he will say unto us, Why did ye not then believe him? 26 But if we shall say, Of men ; we fear the peo- ple; for all hold John as a prophet. 27 And they answered Jesus, and said, We can- not tell. And he said unto them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do these things. 28 But what think ye? A certain man had two sons ; and he came to the first, and said, Son, go work to day in my vineyard. 29 He answered and said, I will not: but after- ward he repented, and went. 30 And he came to the second, and said like- wise. And he answered and said, I go, sir: and went not. 31 Whether of them twain did the will of his father? They say unto him, The first. Jesus saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That the publicans and the harlots go into the kingdom of God before you. 32 For John came unto you in the way of righteousness, and ye believed him not: but the 680 THE GOLDEN GATE. (Matt. 21,9). "And the multitudes that went before, and that followed, cried, saying Hosanna to the son of David: Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord, Hosanna ia the highest." It was through this Golden Gate that Christ made his triumphal entry into the city of Jerusa- lem. It is closed now, but was open in His time. The Jews have a tradition that Messiah will descend on Mount Saffire, near Mount Beatitudes, cross the country, enter the city through this gate and take it. The Mohammedans have possession, so they have sealed up this gate, and, it is said, that they keep two Turkish soldiers on guard day and night to keep the Messiah out. Parable of the marriage ST. MATTHEW, XXII. (22) of the king's son. publicans and the harlots believed him: and ye, when ye had seen it, repented not afterward, that ye might believe him. 33 Hear another parable: There was a certain householder, which planted a vineyard, and hedged it round about, and digged a winepress in it, and built a tower, and let it out to husband- men, and went into a far country: 34 And when the time of the fruit drew near, he sent his servants to> the husbandmen, that they might receive the fruits of it. 35 And the husbandmen took his servants, and beat one, and killed another, and stoned another. 36 Again, he sent other servants more than the first: and they did unto them likewise. 37 But last of all he sent unto them his son, saying, They will reverence my son. 38 But when the husbandmen saw the son, they said among themselves, This is the heir; come, let us kill him, and let us seize on his in- heritance. 39 And they caught him, and cast him out of the vineyard, and slew him. 40 When the lord therefore of the vineyard cometh, what will he do unto those husbandmen? 41 They say unto him, He will miserably de- stroy those wicked men, and will let out his vine- yard unto other husbandmen, which shall render him the fruits in their seasons. 42 Jesus saith unto them, Did ye never read in the scriptures, The stone which the builders re- jected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord's doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes? 43 Therefore say I unto you, The kingdom of God shall be taken from you, and given to a na- tion bringing forth the fruits thereof. 44 And whosoever shall fall on this stone shall be broken : but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder. 45 And when the chief priests and Pharisees had heard his parables, they perceived that he spake of them. 46 But when they sought to lay hands on him, they feared the multitude, because they took him for a prophet. CHAPTER XXII. (22) 1 The parable of the marriage of the king's son. 9 The vocation of the Gentiles. 12 The punishment of him that wanted the wedding garment. 15 Tribute ought to be paid to Caesar. 23 Christ confuteth the Sad ducees for the resurrection: 34 answereth the lawyei; which is the first and great commandment: 41 and poseth the Pharisees about the Messias. AND Jesus answered and spake unto them again by parables, and said, 2 The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son, 3 And sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the wedding: and they would not come. 4 Again, he sent forth other servants, saying, Tell them which are bidden, Behold, I have pre- pared my dinner: my oxen and my fatlings are killed, and all things are ready: come unto the marriage. 5 But they made light of it, and went then- ways, one to his farm, another to his merchan- dise: 6 And the remnant took his servants, and en- treated them spitefully, and slew them. 7 But when the king heard thereof, he was wroth: and he sent forth his armies, and de- stroyed those murderers, and burned up their city. H Then saith he to his servants, The wedding is ready, but they which were bidden were not worthy. 9 Go ye therefore into the highways, and as many as ye shall find, bid to the marriage. 10 So those servants went out into the high- ways, and gathered together all as many as they found, both bad and good: and the wedding was furnished with guests. 11 And when the king came in to see the guests, he saw there a man which had not on a wedding garment: 12 And he saith unto him, Friend, how earnest thou in hither not having a wedding garment? And he was speechless. 13 Then said the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and take him away, and cast him into outer darkness; there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. 14 For many are called, but few are chosen. 15 Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in his talk. 16 And they sent out unto him their disciples with the Herodians, saying, Master, we know that thou art true, and teachest the way of God in truth, neither carest thou for any man: for thou regardest not the person of men. 17 Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not? 18 But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, Why tempt ye me, ye hypocrites? 19 Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny. 20 And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription? 21 They say unto him, Caesar's. Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's. 22 When they had heard these words, they marvelled, and left him, and went their way. 23 The same day came to him the Sadducees, which say that there is no resurrection, and asked him, 24 Saying, Master, Moses said, If a man die, having no children, his brother shall marry his wife, and raise up seed unto his brother. 25 Now there were with us seven brethren: and the first, when he had married a wife, de- ceased, and, having no issue, left his wife unto his brother: 26 Likewise the second rlso, and the third, unto the seventh. 27 And last of all the woman died also. 28 Therefore in the resurrection whose wife shall she be of the seven? for they all had her. 681 Christ admonisheth the people. ST. MATTHEW, XXIII. 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(28) His resurrection. which was spoken by the prophet, They parted my garments among them, and ujx)n my vesture did they cast lots. 36 And sitting down they watched him there; 37 And set up over his head his accusation written, THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS. 38 Then were there two thieves crucified with him, one on the right hand, and another on the left. 39 And they that passed by reviled him, wag- ging their heads, 40 And saying, Thou that destroyest the tem- ple, and buildest it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross. 41 Likewise also the chief priests mocking him, with the scribes and elders, said, 42 He saved others; himself he cannot save. If he be the King of Israel, let him now come down from the cross, and w r e will believe him. 43 He trusted in God; let him deliver him now, if he will have him: for he said, I am the Son of God. 44 The thieves also, which were crucified with him, cast the same in his teeth. 45 Now from the sixth hour there was dark- ness over all the land unto the ninth hour. 46 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? 47 Some of them that stood there, when they heard that, said, This man calleth for Elias. 48 And straightway one of them ran, and took a spunge, and filled it with vinegar, and put it on a reed, and gave him to drink. 49 The rest said, Let be, let us see whether Elias will come to save him. 50 Jesus, when he had cried again with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost. 51 And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent; 52 And the graves were opened; and many bodies of the saints which slept arose, 53 And came out of the graves after his resur- rection, and went into the holy city, and appeared unto many. 54 Now when the centurion, and they that were with him, watching Jesus, saw the earth- quake, and those things that were done, thev feared greatly, saying, Truly this was the Son of God. 55 And many women were there beholding afar off, which followed Jesus from Galilee, minis- tering unto him: 56 Among which was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee's children. 57 When the even was come, there came a rich man of Arimathaea, named Joseph, who also him- self was Jesus' disciple: 58 He went to Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. Then Pilate commanded the body to be delivered. 59 And when Joseph had taken the body, he wrapped it in a clean linen cloth, 60 And laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn out in the rock: and he rolled a great stone to the door of the sepulchre, and departed. 61 And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulchre. 62 Now the next day, that followed the day of the preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees came together unto Pilate, 63 Saying, Sir, we remember that that de- ceiver said, while he was yet alive, After three days I will rise again. 64 Command therefore that the sepulchre be made sure until the third day, lest his disciples come by night, and steal him away, and say unto the people, He is risen from the dead: so the last error shall be worse than the first. 65 Pilate said unto them, Ye have a watch: go your way, make it as sure as ye can. 66 So they went, and made the sepulchre sure, sealing the stone, and setting a watch. CHAPTER XXVHI. (28) 1 Christ's resurrection is declared by an angel to the women. 9 He himself appeareth unto them. 11 The high priests give the soldiers money to say that he was stolen out of his sepulchre. 10 Christ appeareth to his disciples, 19 and sendeth them to baptize and teach all nations. IN the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. 2 And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it. 3 His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow: 4 And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men. 5 And the angel answered and said unto the women, Pear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus^ which was crucified. 6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. 7 And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, he goeth be- fore you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you. 8 And they departed quickly from the se- pulchre with fear and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples word. 9 And as they went to tell his disciples, be- hold, Jesus met them, saying, All hail. And they came and held him by the feet, and worshipped him. 10 Then said Jesus* unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me. 11 Now when they were going, behold, some of the watch came into the city, and shewed unto the chief priests all the things that were done. 12 And when thev were assembled with the 683 °\s°l JEWISH WOMEN IN WALKING COSTUME. (Matt. 27,55.) "And many women were there be» holding afar off, which followed Jesus from Galilee ministering unto him." The social position of the Jewish women in ancient times compares favorably with the women of to-day in the East. In all ages of the world women have taken an active part in good and charitable works. They have ministered to the sick and cared for the orphan, and wielded a mighty influence among all nations. They were kind and true to Christ while on earth, they were last at the cross and first at the tomb. Office of John the Baptist. ST. MARK, I. (1) Jesus is baptized. elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers, 13 Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him away while we slept. 14 And if this come to the governor's ears, we will persuade him, and secure you. 15 So they took the money, and did as they were taught: and this saying is commonly re- ported among the Jews until this day. 16 Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had ap- pointed them. 17 And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, say- ing, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, bai>- tizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost : 20 Teaching them to observe all things what- soever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen. THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO Saint Mark. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The office of John the Baptist. 9 Jesus is baptized, 12 tempted, 14 he preacheth: 16 calleth Peter, Andrew, James and John: 23 healeth one that had a devil, 29 Peter's mother in law, 32 many diseased persons, 41 and eleanseth the leper. THE beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God; 2 As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. 4 John did baptize in the wilderness, and preach the baptism of repentance for the re- mission of sins. 5 And there went out unto him all the land of Judaea, and they of Jerusalem, and were all baptized of him in the river of Jordan, confess- ing their sins. 6 And John was clothed with camel's hair, and with a girdle of a skin about his loins; and he did eat locusts and wild honey; 7 And preached, saying, There cometh one mightier than I after me, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to stoop down and un- loose. 8 I indeed have baptized you with water: but he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost. 9 And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan. 10 And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened, and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him: 11 And there came a voice from heaven, say- ing, Thou art my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. 12 And immediately the spirit driveth him into the wilderness. 13 And he was there in the wilderness forty days, tempted of Satan; and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered unto him. 14 Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, 15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and be- lieve the gospel. 16 Now as he walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew his brother casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. 17 And Jesus said unto them, Come ye after me, and I will make you to become fishers of men. 18 And straightway they forsook their nets, and followed him. 19 And when he had gone a little farther thence, he saw James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, who also were in the ship mending their nets. 20 And straightway he called them: and they left their father Zebedee in the ship with the hired servants, and went after him. 21 And they went into Capernaum; and straightway on the sabbath day he entered into the synagogue, and taught. 22 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes. 23 And there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit; and he cried out, 24 Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art, the Holy One of God. 25 And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him. 26 And when the unclean spirit had torn him, and cried with a loud voice, he came out of him. 27 And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? what new doctrine is this? for with authority commandeth he even the un- clean spirits, and they do obey him. 28 And immediately his fame spread abroad throughout all the region round about Galilee. 29 And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. 689 "16/ The leper is cleansed. ST. MARK, II. (2) Jesus eateth with publicans. 30 But Simon's wife's mother lay sick of a fever, and anon they tell him of her. 31 And he came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered unto them. 32 And at even, when the sun did set, they brought unto him all that were diseased, and them that were possessed with devils. 33 And all the city was gathered together at the door. 34 And he healed many that were sick of divers diseases, and cast out many devils; and suffered not the devils to speak, because they knew him. 35 And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prryed. 36 And Simon and they that were with him followed after him. 37 And when they had found him, they said unto him, All men seek for thee. 38 And he said unto them, Let us go into the next towns, that I may preach there also: for therefore came I forth. 39 And he preached in their synagogues throughout all Galilee, and cast out devils. 40 And there came a leper to him, beseech- ing him, and kneeling down to him, and saying unto him, If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 41 And Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand, and touched him, and saith unto him, I will; be thou clean. 42 And as soon as he had spoken, immedi- ately the leprosy departed from him, and he was cleansed. 43 And he straitly charged him, and forth- with sent him away; 44 And saith unto him, See thou say noth- ing to any man: but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing those things which Moses commanded, for a testi- mony unto them. 45 But he went out, and began to publish it much, and to blaze abroad the matter, inso- much that Jesus could no more openly enter into the city, but was without in desert places: and they came to him from every quarter. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Christ healeth one sick of the palsy, 14 calleth Mat- thew from the receipt of custom, 15 eateth with publi- cans and sinners, 18 excuseth his disciples for not fasting, 23 and for plucking the ears of corn on the sabbath day. AND again he entered into Capernaum after some days •, and it was noised that he was in the house. 2 And straightway many were gathered to- gether, insomuch that there was no room to re- ceive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the word unto them. 3 And they come unto him, bringing one sick of the palsy, which was borne of four. 4 And when they could not come nigh unto him for the press, they uncovered the roof where he was: and when they had broken it up, they let down the bed wherein the sick of the palsy lay. 5 When Jesus saw their faith, he *>aid unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins be forgiven thee. !6 But there were certain of the scribes sit- ting there, and reasoning in their hearts, 7 Why doth this man thus speak blasphem- ies? who can forgive sins but God only? 8 And immediately when Jesus perceived in his spirit that they so reasoned within them- selves, he said unto them, Why reason ye these things in your hearts? 9 Whether is it easier to say to the sick of the palsy, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and take up thy bed, and walk? 10 But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (he saith to the sick of the palsy,) 11 I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy bed, and go thy way into thine house. 12 And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion. 13 And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them. 14 And as he passed by, he saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the receipt of custom, and said unto him, Follow me. And he arose and followed him. 15 And it came to pass, that, as Jesus sat at meat in his house, many publicans and sinners sat also together with Jesus and his disciples: for there were many, and they followed him. 16 And when the scribes and Pharisees saw him eat with publicans and sinners, they said unto his disciples, How is it that he eateth and drinketh with publicans and sinners? 17 When Jesus heard it, he saith unto them, They that are whole have no need of the physi- cian, but they that are sick: I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. 18 And the disciples of John and of the Phari- sees used to fast: and they come and say unto him, Why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast, but thy disciples fast not? 19 And Jesus said unto them, Can the chil- dren of the bridechamber fast, while the bride- groom is with them? as long as they have the bridegroom with them, they cannot fast. 20 But the days will come, when the bride- groom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days. 21 No man also seweth a piece of new cloth on an old garment: else the new piece that filled it up taketh away from the old, and the rent is made worse. 22 And no man putteth new wine into old bottles: else the new wine doth burst the bot- tles, and the wine is spilled, and the bottles will 600 The withered hand healed. ST MARK, III. (3) The twelve apostles chosen. be Marred: but new wine must be put into new -bottles. 23 And it came to pass, that be went through the corn fields on the sabbath day; and his dis- ciples began, as they went, to pluck the ears of corn. 24 And the Pharisees said unto him, Behold, why do they on the sabbath day that which is not lawful? 25 And he said unto them, Have ye never read what David did, when he had need, and was an hungred, he, and they that were with him? 26 How he Went into the house of God in the days of Abiathar the high priest, and did eat the shewbread, which is not lawful to eat but for the priests, and gave also to them which were with him? 27 And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath: 28 Therefore the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath. CHAPTER III. (3) 1 Christ healeth the withered hand, 10 and many other infirmities: 11 rebuketh the unclean spirits: 13 cliooseth his twelve apostles: 22 convinceth the blasphemy of casting out devils by Beelzebub: 31 and sheweth who are his brother, sister, and mother. AND he entered again into the synagogue; and there was a man there which had a withered hand. 2 And they watched him, whether he would heal him on the sabbath day; that they might accuse him. 3 And he saith unto the man which had the withered hand, Stand forth. 4 And he saith unto them, Is it lawful to do good on the sabbath days, or to do evil? to save life, or to kill? But they held their peace. 5 And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he saith unto the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it out: and his hand was restored whole as the other. 6 And the Pharisees went forth, and straight- way took counsel with the Herodians against him, how they might destroy him. 7 But Jesus withdrew himself with his dis- ciples to the sea: and a great multitude from Galilee followed him, and from Judaea, 8 And from Jerusalem, and from Idumaea, and from beyond Jordan; and they about Tyre and Sidon, a great multitude, when they had heard what great things he did, came unto him. 9 And he spake to his disciples, that a small ship should wait on him because of the multi- tude, lest they should throng him. 10 For he had healed many; insomuch that they pressed upon him for to touch him, as many as had plagues. 11 And unclean spirits, when they saw him, fell down before him, and cried, saying, Thou art the Son of God. 12 And he straitly charged them that they should not make him known. 13 And he goeth up into a mountain, and calleth unto him whom he would: and they came unto him. 14 And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach, 15 And to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils: 16 And Simon he surnamed Peter; 17 And James the son of Zebedee, and John the brother of James; and he surnamed them Boanerges, which is, The sons of thunder: 18 And Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholo- mew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus, and Simon the Canaanite, 19 And Judas Iscariot, which also betrayed him: and they went into an house. 20 And the multitude cometh together again, so that they could not so much as eat bread. 21 And when his friends heard of it, they went out to lay hold on him: for they said, He is beside himself. 22 And the scribes which came down from Jerusalem said, He hath Beelzebub, and by the prince of the devils casteth he out devils. 23 And he called them unto him, and said unto them in parables, How can Satan cast out Satan? 24 And if a kingdom be divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. 25 And if a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand. 26 And if Satan rise up against himself, and be divided, he cannot stand, but hath an end. 27 No man can enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he will first bind the strong man; and then he will spoil his house. 28 Verily I say unto you, All sins shall be for- given unto the sons of men, and blasphemies wherewith soever they shall blaspheme: 29 But he that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness, but is in danger of eternal damnation: 30 Because they said, He hath an unclean spirit. 31 There came then his brethren and his mother, and, standing without, sent unto him, calling him. 32 And the multitude sat about him, and they said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren without seek for thee. 33 And he answered them, saying, AVho is my mother, or my brethren? 34 And he looked round about on them which sat about him, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren! 35 For whosoever shall do the will of God, the same is my brother, and my sister, and mother. 691 to S3 < 5 "^ as* a® J 8 2 o- - 5" 3 » ° p J p •< ^ « re re H Pag »M rt «■ b- S 1 g 2 ? « ^ r*, t» p t-. t° g. re i-h SP«9 ^ p r+ . 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    M. 3 i-t- 01 >1 0) pW E p a B< rt- rt> ■< S (B Qi 3- 2. B 2 3 P n> « 3 ft Ml _ rt- 02 P" B",. P o" _ VI O Ml o B) B 3 B & & a* M BB (B 2, rj F C M cq a £rt (t> r. B to :.«> rj o B rj Christ walketh on the sea. ST. MARK, VII. (7) The Pharisees reproved. cities, and outwent them, and came together unto him. 34 And Jesus, when he came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things. 35 And when the day was now far spent, his disciples came unto him, and said, This is a des- ert place, and now the time is far passed: 36 Send them away, that they may go into the country round about, and into the villages, and buy themselves bread: for they have nothing to eat. 37 He answered and said unto them, Give ye them to eat. And they say unto him, Shall we go and buy two hundred pennyworth of bread, and give them to eat? 38 He saith unto them, How many loaves have ye? go and see. And when they knew, they say, Five, and two fishes. 39 And he commanded them to make all sit down by companies upon the green grass. 40 And they sat down in ranks, by hundreds, and by fifties. 41 And when he had taken the five loaves and the two fishes, he looked up to heaven, and blessed, and brake the loaves, and gave them to his disciples to set before them; and the two fishes divided he among them all. 42 And they did all eat, and were filled. 43 And they took up twelve baskets full of the fragments, and of the fishes. 44 And they that did eat of the loaves were about five thousand men. 45 And straightway he constrained his dis- ciples to get into the ship, and to go to the other side before unto Bethsaida, while he sent away the people. 46 And when he had sent them away, he de- parted into a mountain to pray. 47 And when even was come, the ship was in the midst of the sea, and he alone on the land. 48 And he saw them toiling in rowing; for the wind was contrary unto them: and about the fourth watch of the night he cometh unto them, walking upon the sea, and would have passed by them. 49 But when they saw him walking upon the sea, they supposed it had been a spirit, and cried out: 50 For they all saw him, and were troubled. And immediately he talked with them, and saith unto them, Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid. 51 And he went up unto them into the ship; and the wind ceased: and they were sore amazed in themselves beyond measure, and wondered. 52 For they considered not the miracle of the loaves: for their heart was hardened. 53 And when they had passed over, they came into the land of Gennesaret, and drew to the shore. 54 And when they were come out of the ship, straightway they knew him, 55 And ran through that whole region round about, and began to carry about in beds those that were sick, where they heard he was. 56 And whithersoever he entered, into vil- lages, or cities, or country, they laid the sick in the streets, and besought him that they might touch if it were but the border of his garment: and as many as touched him were made whole. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 The Pharisees find fault at the disciples for eating with unwashen hands. 8 They break the command- ment of God by the traditions of men. 14 Meat de- fileth not the man. 24 He healeth the Syrophenician woman's daughter of an unclean spirit, 31 and one that was deaf, and stammered in his speech. THEN came together unto him the Phari- sees, and certain of the scribes, which came from Jerusalem. 2 And when they saw some of his disciples eat bread with defiled, that is to say, with un- washen, hands, they found fault. 3 For the Pharisees, and all the Jews, except they wash their hands oft, eat not, holding the tradition of the elders. 4 And when they come from the market, ex- cept they wash, they eat not. And many other things there be, which they have received to hold, as the washing of cups, and pots, brasen vessels, and of tables. 5 Then the Pharisees and scribes asked him, Why walk not thy disciples according to the tra- dition of the elders, but eat bread with un- washen hands? 6 He answered and said unto them, Well hath Esaias prophesied of you hypocrites, as it is written, This people honoureth me with their lips, but their heart is far from me. 7 Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teach- ing for doctrines the commandments of men. 8 For laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the tradition of men, as the washing of pots and cups: and many other such like things ye do. 9 And he said unto them, Full well ye reject the commandment of God, that ye may keep your own tradition. 10 For Moses said, Honour thy father and thy mother; and, Whoso curseth father or mother, let him die the death: 11 But ye say, if a man shall say to his father or mother, It is Corban, that is to say, a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me; he shall be free. 12 And ye suffer him no more to do ought for his father or his mother; 13 Making the word of God of none effect through your tradition, which ye have deliv- ered: and many such like things do ye. 14 And when he had called all the people unto him, he said unto them, Hearken unto me every one of you, and understand: 15 There is nothing from without a man, that entering into him can defile him: but the 695 a % The deaf man healed. ST. MARK, VIII. (8) Christ feedeth four thousand. things which come out of him, those are they that defile the man. 16 If any man have ears to hear, let him hear. 17 And. when he was entered into the house from the people, his disciples asked him con- cerning the parajble. 18 And he saith unto them, Are ye so without understanding also? Do ye not perceive, that whatsoever thing from without entereth into the man, it cannot defile him; 19 Because it entereth not into his heart, but into the belly, and goeth out into the draught, purging all meats? 20 And he said, That which cometh out of the man, that defileth the man. 21 For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts, adulteries, fornications, murders, 22 Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness: 23 All these evil things come from within, and defile the man. 24 And from thence he arose, and went into the borders of Tyre and Sidon, and entered into an house, and would have no man know it: but he could not be hid. 25 For a certain woman, whose young daugh- ter had an unclean spirit, heard of him, and came and fell at his feet: 26 The woman was a Greek, a Syrophenician by nation; and she besought him that he would cast forth the devil out of her daughter. 27 But Jesus said unto her, Let the children first be filled: for it is not meet to take the chil- dren's bread, and to cast it unto the dogs. 28 And she answered and said unto him, Yes, Lord: yet the dogs under the table eat of the children's crumbs. 29 And he said unto her, For this saying go thy way; the devil is gone out of thy daughter. 30 And when she was come to her house, she found the devil gone out, and her daughter laid upon the bed. 31 And again, departing from the coasts of Tyre and Sidon, he came unto the sea of Galilee, through the midst of the coasts of Decapolis. 32 And they bring unto him one that was deaf, and had an impediment in his speech; and they beseech him to put his hand upon him. 33 And he took him aside from the multitude, and put his fingers into his ears, and he spit, and touched his tongue; 34 And looking up to heaven, he sighed, and saith unto him, Ephphatha, that is, Be opened. 35 And straightway his ears were opened, and the string of his tongue was loosed, and he spake plain. 36 And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them, so much the more a great deal they published it; 37 And were beyond measure astonished, say- ing, He hath done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 Christ feedeth the people miraculously: 10 refuseth to give a sign to the Pharisees: 14 adinonisheth his disciples to beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, and of the leaven of Herod: 22 giveth a blind man his sight: 27 acknowledgeth that he is the Christ, who should suffer and rise again: 34 and exhorteth to patience in persecution for the profession of the gospel. IN those days the multitude being very great, and having nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples unto him, and saith unto them, 2 I have compassion on the multitude, be- cause they have now been with me three days, and have nothing to eat: 3 And if I send them away fasting to their own houses, they will faint by the way: for divers of them came from far. 4 And his disciples answered him, From whence can a man satisfy these men with bread here in the wilderness? 5. And he asked them, How many loaves have ye? And they said, Seven. 6 And he commanded the people to sit down on the ground: and he took the seven loaves, and gave thanks, and brake, and gave to his dis- ciples to set before them; and they did set them before the people. 7 And they had a few small fishes: and he blessed, and commanded to set them also before them. 8 So they did eat, and were filled: and they took up of the broken meat that was left seven baskets. 9 And they that had eaten were about four thousand: and he sent them away. 10 And straightway he entered into a ship with his disciples, and came into the parts of Dalmanutha. 11 And the Pharisees came forth, and began to question with him, seeking of him a sign from heaven, tempting him. 12 And he sighed deeply in his spirit, and saith, Why doth this generation seek after a sign? verily I say unto you, There shall no sign be given unto this generation. 13 And he left them, and entering into the ship again departed to the other side. 14 Now the disciples had forgotten to take bread, neither had they in the ship with them more than one loaf. 15 And he charged them, saying, Take heed, beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, and of the leaven of Herod. 16 And they reasoned among themselves, say- ing, It is because we have no bread. 17 And when Jesus knew it, he saith unto them, Why reason ye, because ye have no bread? perceive ye not yet, neither understand? have ye your heart yet hardened? 18 Having eyes, see ye not? and having ears, hear ye not? and do ye not remember? 19 'When I brake the five loaves among five thousand, how many baskets full of fragments took ye up? They say unto him, Twelve. 20 And when the seven among four thousand, j 696 Blind restored to sight. ST. MAKK, IX. (S) TransAouration of Ghrisi. how many baskets full of fragments took ye up? And they said, Seven. 21 And he said unto them, How is it that ye do not understand? 22 And he cometh to Bethsaida; and they bring a blind man unto him, and besought him to touch him. 23 And he took the blind man by the hand, and led him out of the town; and when he had spit on his eyes, and put his hands upon him, he asked him if he saw ought. 24 And he looked up, and said, I see men as trees, walking. 25 After that he put his hands again upon his eyes, and made him look up: and he was re- stored, and saw every man clearly. 26 And he sent him away to his house, saying, Neither go into the town, nor tell it to any in the town. 27 And Jesus went out, and his disciples, into the towns of Caesa-rea Philippi: and by the way he asked his disciples, saying unto them, Whom do men say that I am? 28 And they answered, John the Baptist: but some say, Elias; and others, One of the proph- ets. 29 And he saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Peter answereth and saith unto him, Thou art the Christ. 30 And he charged them that they should tell no man of him. 31 And he began to teach them, that the Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders, a'nd of the chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. 32 And he spake that saying openly. And Peter took him, and began to rebuke him. 33 But when he had turned about and looked on his disciples, he rebuked Peter, saying, Get thee behind me, Satan: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but the things that be of men. 34 And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 35 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospel's, the same shall save it. 36 For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? 37 Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? 38 Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sin- ful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels. CHAPTEB IX. (9) 2 Jesus is transfigured. 11 He instructeth bis disciples concerning the coming of Elias: 14 casteth forth a dumb and deaf spirit: 30 foretelletb bis -death and resurrection: 33 exbortetb his disciples to humility: 38 bidding them not to prohibit such as be not against them, nor to give offence to any of the faithful. AND he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That there be some of them that stand here, which shall not taste of death, till they have seen the kingdom of God come with power. 2 And after six days Jesus taketh with him Peter, and James, and John, and leadeth them up into an high mountain apart by themselves: and he was transfigured before them. 3 And his raiment became shining, exceeding white as snow; so as no fuller on earth can white them. 4 And there appeared unto them Elias with Moses: and they were talking with Jesus. 5 And Peter answered and said to Jesus, Mas- ter, it is good for us to be here: and let us make three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias. 6 For he wist not what to say; for they were sore afraid. 7 And there was a cloud that overshadowed them: and a voice came out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him. 8 And suddenly, when they had looked round about, they saw no man any more, save Jesus only with themselves. 9 And as they came down from the mountain, he charged them that they should tell no man what things they had seen, till the Son of man were risen from the dead. 10 And they kept that saying with them- selves, questioning one with another what the rising from the dead should mean. 11 And they asked him, saying, Why say the scribes that Elias must first come? 12 And he answered and told them, Elias verily cometh first, and restoreth all things; and how it is written of the Son of man, that he must suffer many things, and be set at nought. 13 But I say unto you, That Elias is indeed come, and they have done unto him whatsoever they listed, as it is written of him. 14 And when he came to his disciples, he saw a great multitude about them, and the scribes questioning with them. 15 And straightway all the people, when they beheld him, were greatly amazed, and running to him saluted him. 16 And he asked the scribes, What question ye with them? 17 And one of the multitude answered and said, Master, I have brought unto thee my son, which hath a dumb spirit; 18 And wheresoever he taketh him, he tear- eth him: and he foameth, and gnasheth with his teeth, and pineth away: and I spake to thy dis- ciples that they should cast him out; and they could not. 19 He answereth him, and saith, O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? how long shall I suffer you? bring him unto me. e97 He foretelleth his death. ST. MARK, X. (10) lie exhorteih to humility. 20 And they brought him unto him: and when he saw him, straightway the spirit tare him; and he fell on the ground, and wallowed foaming. 21 And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came unto him? And he said, Of a child. 22 And ofttimes it hath cast him into the fire, and into the waters, to destroy him: but if thou canst do any thing, have compassion on us, and help us. 23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. 24 And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief. 25 When Jesus saw that the people came run- ning together, he rebuked the foul spirit, saying unto him, Thou dumb and deaf spirit, I charge thee, come out of him, and enter no more into him. 26 And the spirit cried, and rent him sore, and came out of him: and he was as one dead; inso- much that many said, He is dead. 27 But Jesus took him by the hand, and lifted him up; and he arose. 28 And when he was come into the house, his disciples asked him privately, Why could not we cast him out? 29 And he said unto them, This kind can come forth by nothing, but by prayer and fasting. 30 And they departed thence, and passed through Galilee; and he would not that any man should know it. 31 For he taught his disciples, and said unto them, The Son of man is delivered into the hands of men, and they shall kill him; and after that he is killed, he shall rise the third day. 32 But they understood not that saying, and were afraid to ask him. 33 And he came to Capernaum: and being in the house he asked them, What was it that ye disputed among yourselves by the way? 34 But they held their peace: for by the way they had disputed among themselves, who should be the greatest. 35 And he sat down, and called the twelve, and saith unto them, If any man desire to be first, the same shall be last of all, and servant of all. 36 And he took a child, and set him in the midst of them: and when he had taken him in his arms, he said unto them, 37 Whosoever shall receive one of such chil- dren in my name, receiveth me: and whosoever shall receive me, receiveth not me, but him that sent me. 38 And John answered him, saying, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name, and he followeth not us: and we forbad him, because he followeth not us. 39 But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a miracle in my name, that can lightly speak evil of me. 40 For he that is not against us is on our part. 41 For whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in my name, because ye belong to Christ, verily I say unto you, he shall not lose his reward. 42 And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea. 43 And if thy hand offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched: 44 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched. 45 And if thy foot offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter halt into life, than having two feet to be cast into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched: 46 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched. 47 And if thine eye offend thee, pluck it out: it is better for thee to enter into the kingdom of God with one eye, than having two eyes to be cast into hell fire: 48 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched. 49 For every one shall be salted with fire, and every sacrifice shall be salted with salt. 50 Salt is good: but if the salt have lost his saltness, wherewith will ye season it? Have salt in yourselves, and have peace one with an- other. CHAPTER X. (10) 2 Christ disputeth with the Pharisees touching divorce- ment: 13 blesseth the children that are brought unto him: 17 resolveth a rich man how he may inherit life everlasting: 23 telleth his disciples of the danger of riches: 28 promiseth rewards to them that forsake any thing for the gospel: 32 foretelleth his death and resurrection: 35 biddeth the two ambitious suitors to think rather of suffering with him: 4G and restoreth to Bartimaeus his sight. AND he arose from thence, and cometh into the coasts of Judaea by the farther side of Jordan: and the people resort unto him again; and, as he was wont, he taught them again. 2 And the Pharisees came to him, and asked him, Is it lawful for a man to put away his wife? tempting him. 3 And he answered and said unto them, What did Moses command you? 4 And they said, Moses suffered to write a bill of divorcement, and to put her away. 5 And Jesus answered and said unto them, For the hardness of your heart he wrote you this precept. 6 But from the beginning of the creation God made them male and female. 7 For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and cleave to his wife; 8 And they twain shall be one flesh: so then they are no more twain, but one flesh. 9 What therefore God hath joined together, 698 He blesseth the children. ST. MARK, X. (10) Bartimaeus restored to sight. let not man put asunder. 10 And in the house his disciples asked him again of the same matter. 11 And he saith unto them, Whosoever shall put away his wife, and marry another, commit- teth adultery against her. 12 And if a woman shall put away her hus- band, and be married to another, she commit- teth adultery. 13 And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples re- buked those that brought them. 14 But when Jesus saw it, he was much dis- pleased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God. 15 Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein. 16 And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them. 17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? 18 And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God. 19 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother. 20 And he answered and said unto him, Mas- ter, all these have I observed from my youth. 21 Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me. 22 And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions. 23 And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God! 24 And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! 25 It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God. 26 And they were astonished out of measure, saying among themselves, Who then can be saved? 27 And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible. 28 Then Peter began to say unto him, Lo, we have left all, -and have followed thee. 29 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel's, 30 But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with per- secutions; and in the world to come eternal life. 31 But many that are first shall be last; and the last first. 32 And they were in the way going up to Jeru- salem; and Jesus went before them: and they were amazed; and as they followed, they were afraid. And he took again the twelve, and be- gan to tell them what things should happen unto him, 33 Saying, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of man shall be delivered unto the chief priests, and unto the scribes; and they shall condemn him to death, and shall deliver him to the Gentiles : 34 And they shall mock him, and shall scourge him, and shall spit upon him, and shall kill him: and the third day he shall rise again. 35 And James and John, the sons of Zebedee, come unto him, saying, Master, we would that thou shouldest do for us whatsoever we shall desire. 36 And he said unto them, What would ye that I should do for you? 37 They said unto him, Grant unto us that we may sit, one on thy right hand, and the other on thy left hand, in thy glory. 38 But Jesus said unto them, Ye know not what ye ask: can ye drink of the cup that I drink of? and be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with? 39 And they said unto him, We can. And Jesus said unto them, Ye shall indeed drink of the cup that I drink of; and with the baptism that I am baptized withal shall ye be baptized: 40 But to sit on my right hand and on my left hand is not mine to give; but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepared. 41 And when the ten heard it, they began to be much displeased with James and John. 42 But Jesus called them to him, and saith unto them, Ye know that they which are ac- counted to rule over the Gentiles exercise lord- ship over them; and their great ones exercise authority upon them. 43 But so shall it not be among you: but who- soever will be great among you, shall be your minister: 44 And whosoever of you will be the chiefest, shall be servant of all. 45 For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many. 46 And they came to Jericho : and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging. 47 And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me. 48 And many charged him that he should hold 699 a m ■4 a vi ~*1 H ^ vi & c rj- p e-i 2. 2-3 3 S-W oi o P Cr»i *-2- c d3B S ® s° I 0.(3 W & r+ B*

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And immediately he received 1 his sight, and followed Jesus in the way. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 Christ rideth with triumph into Jerusalem: 12 curs- eth the fruitless leafy tree: 15 purgeth the temple: 20 exhorteth his disciples to stedfastness of faith, and to forgive their enemies: 27 and defendeth the law- fulness of his actions, by the witness of John, who was a man sent of God. AND when they came nigh to Jerusalem, unto Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount of Olives, he sendeth forth two of his dis- ciples, 2 And saith unto them, Go your way into the village over against you: and as soon as ye be entered into it, ye shall find a colt tied, whereon never man sat; loose him, and bring him. 3 And if any man say unto you, Why do ye this? say ye that the Lord hath need of him; and straightway he will send him hither. 4 And they went their way, and found the colt tied by the door without in a place where two ways met; and they loose him. 5 And certain of them that stood there said unto them, What do ye, loosing the colt? 6 And they said unto them even as Jesus had commanded: and they let them go. 7 And they brought the colt to Jesus, and cast their garments on him; and he sat upon him. 8 And many spread their garments in the way: and others cut down branches off the trees, and strawed them in the way. 9 And they that went before, and they that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna; Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord: 10 Blessed be the kingdom of our father David, that cometh in the name of the Lord: Hosanna in the highest. 11 And Jesus entered into Jerusalem, and into the temple: and when he had looked round about upon all things, and now the eventide was come, he went out unto Bethany with the twelve. 12 And on the morrow, when they were come from Bethany, he was hungry: 13 And seeing a fig tree afar off having leaves, he came, if "haply he might find any thing there- on: and when he came to it, he found nothing but leaves; for the time of figs was not yet. 14 And Jesus answered and said unto it, No man eat fruit of thee hereafter for ever. And his disciples heard it. 15 And they come to Jerusalem: and Jesus went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold. and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves; 16 And would not suffer that any man should carry any vessel through the temple. ■ 17 And he taught, saying unto them, Is it not written, My house shall be called of all nations the house of prayer? but ye have made it a den of thieves. 18 And the scribes and chief priests heard it, and sought how they might destroy him: for they feared him, because all the people was astonished at his doctrine. 19 And when even was come, he went out of the city. 20 And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up from the roots. 21 And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away. 22 And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. 23 For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not douht in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith. 24 Therefore I say unto you, What things so- ever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye re- ceive them, and ye shall have them. 25 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your tres- passes. 26 But if»ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your tres- passes. 27 And they come again to Jerusalem: and as he was walking in the temple, there come to him the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders, 28 And say unto him.. By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority to do these things? 29 And Jesus answered and said unto them, I will also ask of you one question, and answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these things. 30 The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? answer me. 31 And they reasoned with themselves, say- ing, If we shall say, From heaven; he will say, Why then did ye not believe him? 32 But if we shall say, Of men; they feared the people: for all men counted John, that he was a prophet indeed. 33 And they answered and said unto Jesus, We cannot tell. And Jesus answering saith unto them, Neither do I tell you by what au- thority I do these things. 700 • p M1 s , p o &gs-£s; B-gCrg - S.P 5t? re J* 2. d B " B-^ SQcs;';! ff en a? B>r+ CMS* ^*BS « d at R £ ° ■3 oj ►1 ft £?*© a i-b PP ft ft P P PCP ^g P^ SI ft P" P -A pq tr ft i3 c ft & ta Christ's agony in the garden. ST. MARK, XV. (15) He is thrice denied by Peter. Getlisemane : and lie saith to his disciples, Sit ye here, while I shall pray. 33 And he taketh with him Peter and James and John, and began to be sore amazed, and to be very heavy; 34 And saith unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful unto death: tarry ye here, and watch. 35 And he went forward a little, and fell on the ground, and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him. 36 And he said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; take away this cup from me: nevertheless not what I will, but what thou wilt. 37 And he cometh, and flndeth them sleeping, and saith unto Peter, Simon, sleepest thou? couldest not thou watch one hour? 38 "Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. The spirit truly is ready, but the flesh is weak. 39 And again he went away, and prayed, and spake the same words. 40 And when he returned, he found them asleep again, (for their eyes were heavy,) neither wist they what to answer him. 41 And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. 42 Rise up, let us go; lo, he that betrayeth me is at hand. 43 And immediately, while he yet spake, com- eth Judas, one of the twelve, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and the scribes and the elders. 44 And he that betrayed him had given them a token, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he; take him, and lead him away safely. 45 And as soon as he was come, he goeth straightway to him, and saith, Master, master; and kissed him. 46 And they laid their hands on him, and took him. 47 And one of them that stood by drew a sword, and smote a servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear. 48 And Jesus answered and said unto them, Are ye come out, as against a thief, with swords and with staves to take me? 49 I was daily with you in the temple teach- ing, and ye took me not: but the scriptures must be fulfilled. 50 And they all forsook him, and fled. 51 And there followed him a certain young man, having a linen cloth cast about his naked body; and the young men laid hold on him: 52 And he left the" linen cloth, and fled from them naked. 53 And they led Jesus away to the high priest: and with him were assembled all the chief priests and the elders and the scribes, 54 And Peter followed him afar off, even into the palace of the high priest: and he sat with the servants, and warmed himself at the fire. 55 And the chief priests and all the council sought for witness against Jesus to put him to death; and found none. 56 For many bare false witness against him, but their witness agreed not together. 57 And there arose certain, and bare false witness against him, saying, 58 We heard him say, I will destroy this tem- ple that is made with hands, and within three days I will build another made without hands. 59 But neither so did their witness agree to- gether. 60 And the high priest stood up in the midst, and asked Jesus, saying, Answerest thou noth- ing? what is it which these witness against thee? 61 But he held his peace, and answered noth- ing. Again the high priest asked him, and said unto him, Art thou the Christ, the Son of the Blessed? 62 And Jesus said, I am: and ye shall see the Son of man sitting on the right hand of power, and coming in the clouds of heaven. 63 Then the high priest rent his clothes, and saith, What need we any further witnesses? 64 Ye have heard the blasphemy: what think ye? And they all condemned him to be guilty of death. 65 And some began to spit on him, and to cover his face, and to buffet him, and to say unto him, Prophesy: and the servants did strike him with the palms of their hands. 66 And as Peter was beneath in the palace, there cometh one of the maids of the high priest: 67 And when she saw Peter warming himself, she looked upon him, and said, And thou also wast with Jesus of Nazareth. 68 But he denied, saying, I know not, neither understand I what thou sayest. And he went out into the porch; and the cock crew. 69 And a maid saw him again, and began to say to them that stood by, This is one of them. 70 And he denied it again. And a little after, they that stood by said again to Peter, Surely thou art one of them: for thou art a Galilaean, and thy speech agreeth thereto. 71 But he began to curse and to swear, say- ing, I know not this man of whom ye speak. 72 And the second time the cock crew. And Peter called to mind the word that Jesus said unto him, Before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice. And when he thought thereon, he wept. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 Jesus brought bound, and accused before Pilate. 15 upon the clamour of the common people, the mur- derer Barabbas is loosed, and Jesus delivered up to be crucified. 17 He is crowned with thorns, 19 spit on, and mocked: 21 fainteth in bearing his cross: 27 hang- eth between two thieves: 29 suffereth the triumphing reproaches of the Jews: 39 but confessed by the cen- turion to be the Son of God: 43 and is honourably buried by Joseph. AND straightway in the morning the chief priests held a consultation with the eld- 704 B i-i> |t( ig» p o P ^ 5s CB ft£f=LO ■* & p fB am. - B © a n-M _i © © a " £EpS>~ aiffi p. & « • ; ST h^ B Mpv(B P el- s' CB „.«> B* S H g l c-P GO p a B _ (B wa.? § HN f M B I r . K !P Jesus accused before Pilate. ST. MASK, XV. (15) Christ is crucified. ers and scribes and the whole council, and bound Jesus, and carried him away, and delivered him to Pilate. 2 And Pilate asked him, Art thou the King of the Jews? And he answering said unto him, Thou sayest it. 3 And the chief priests accused him of many things: but he answered nothing. 4 And Pilate asked him again, saying, An- swerest thou nothing? behold how many things they witness against thee. 5 But Jesus yet answered nothing; so that Pilate marvelled. 6 Now at that feast he released unto them one prisoner, whomsoever they desired. 7 And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the in- surrection. 8 And the multitude crying aloud began to de- sire him to do as he had ever done unto them. 9 But Pilate answered them, saying, Will ye that I release unto you the King of the Jews? 10 For he knew that the chief priests had de- livered him for envy. 11 But the chief priests moved the people, that he should rather release Barabbas unto them. 12 And Pilate answered and said again unto them, What will ye then that I shall do unto him whom ye call the King of the Jews? 13 And they cried out again, Crucify him. 14 Then Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? And they cried out the more exceedingly, Crucify him. 15 And so Pilate, willing to content the peo- ple, released Barabbas unto them, and delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be cruci- fied. 16 And the soldiers led him away into the hall, called Praetorium; and they call together the whole band. 17 And they clothed him with purple, and platted a crown of thorns, and put it about his head, 18 And began to salute him, Hail, King of the Jews ! 19 And they smote him on the head with a reed, and did spit upon him, and bowing their knees worshipped him. 20 And when they had mocked him, they took off the purple from him, and put his own clothes on him, and led him out to crucify him. 21 And they compel one Simon a Cyrenian, who passed by, coming out of the country, the father of Alexander and Bufus, to bear his cross. 22 And they bring him unto the place Gol- gotha, which is, being interpreted, The place of a skull. , 23 And they gave him to drink wine mingled with myrrh: but he received it not. 24 And when they had crucified him, they parted his garments, casting lots upon them, what every man should take. 25 And it was the third hour, and they cruci- fied him. 26 And the auperscription of his accusation was written over, THE KING OF THE JEWS. 27 And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his left. 28 And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was numbered with the transgres- sors. 29 And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ah, thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, 30 Save thyself, and come down from the cross. 31 Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save. 32 Let Christ the King of Israel descend now from the cross, that we may see and believe. And they that were crucified with him reviled him. 33 And when the sixth hour was come, there was darkness over the whole land until the ninth hour. 34 And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? 35 And some of them that stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calleth Elias. 36 And one ran and filled a spunge full of vinegar, and put it on a reed, and gave him to drink, saying, Let alone; let us see whether Elias will come to take him down. 37 And Jesus cried with a loud voice, and gave up the ghost. 38 And the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom. 39 And when the centurion, which stood over against him, saw that he so cried out, and gave up the ghost, he said, Truly this man was the Son of God. 40 There were also women looking on afar off: among whom was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James the less and of Joses, and Salome; 41 (Who also, when he was in Galilee, fol- lowed him, and ministered unto him;) and many other women which came up with him unto Jeru- salem. 42 And now when the even was come, because it was the preparation, that is, the day before the sabbath, 43 Joseph of Arimathaea, an honourable counsellor, which also waited for the kingdom of God, came, and went in boldly unto Pilate, and craved the body of Jesus. 44. And Pilate marvelled if he were already dead: and calling unto him the centurion, he asked him whether he had been any while dead. 705 m << o *= B ; 3 P CD S3 P B or? ° Bai>^ O . o B fP o 5' (6 <& fD •2 W _ P (H o 5 p n r B cr «. a- ^ H c+ 3 (d & B-^ fD M w fD u org 3 B pi B- S> p- o 18 O B fD & ° &Off B*( fj n » eg _ .. u i m aw P. p P F B FT B' 5" =f §" b y p So' Q, P* rt ter -• « ",P m' P M.P rt-DM P"p >D » w p» 5" "■Ba « P fD -. i» p B M ►* P^ ►*• 2 w fD t» fD p- BS"g-§ pout B Ft fD & aw P 'gpg «»^ Eg- o ^g-w rt B B „ Q B i-s P S (=■» • I e-t- r- Preface of Luke to his gospel. ST, LUKE, I. (1) Conception of John the Baptist. 45 And when he knew it of the centurion, he gave the body to Joseph. 46 And he bought fine linen, and took him down, and wrapped him in the linen, and laid him in a sepulchre which was hewn out of a rock, and rolled a stone unto the door of the sepulchre. 47 And Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joses beheld where he was laid. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 An angel declareth the resurrection of Christ to three women. 9 Christ himself appeareth to Mary Magda- lene: 12 to two going into the country: 14 then to the apostles, 15 whom he sendeth forth to preach the gos- pel: 19 and ascendeth into heaven. AND when the sabbath was past, Mary Mag- dalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, had bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint him. 2 And very early in the morning the first day of the week, they came unto the sepulchre at the rising of the sun. 3 And they said among themselves, Who shall roll us away the stone from the door of the sepulchre? 4 And when they looked, they saw that the stone was rolled away: for it was very great. 5 And entering into the sepulchre, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a long white garment; and they were af- frighted. 6 And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here: behold the place where they laid him. 7 But go your way, tell his disciples and Peter that he goeth before you into Galilee: there shall ye see him, as he said unto you. 8 And they went out quickly, and fled from the sepulchre; for they trembled and were amazed: neither said they any thing to any man; for they were afraid. 9 Now when Jesus was risen early the first day of the week," he appeared first to Mary Mag- dalene, out of whom he had cast seven devils. 10 And she went and told them that had been with him, as they mourned and wept. 11 And they, when they had heard that he was alive, and had been seen of her, believed not. 12 After that he appeared in another form unto two of them, as they walked, and went into the country. 13 And they went and told it unto the residue: neither believed they them. 14 Afterward he appeared unto the eleven as they sat at meat, and upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they be- lieved not them which had seen him after he was risen. 15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. 16 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. 17 And these signs shall follow them that be- lieve; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. 19 So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. 20 And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and con- firming the word with signs following. Amen. THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO St. Luke. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 The preface of Luke to his whole gospel. 5 The con- ception of John the Baptist, 26 and of Christ. 39 The prophecy of Elisabeth, and of Mary, concerning Christ. 57 The nativity and circumcision of John. 67 The prophecy of Zacharias, both of Christ, 76 and of John. FORASMUCH as many have taken in hand to set forth in order a declaration of those things which are most surely believed among us, 2 Even as they delivered them unto us, which from the beginning were eyewitnesses, and min- isters of the word; 3 It seemed good to me also, having had per- fect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus, 4 That thou mightest know the certainty of those things, wherein thou hast been instructed. 5 rp HERE was in the days of Herod, the JL king of Judaea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia: and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth. 6 And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordin- ances of the Lord blameless. 7 And they had no child, because that Elisa- beth was barren, and they both were now well stricken in years. 8 And it came to pass, that while he executed the priest's office before God in the order of his course, 9 According to the custom of the priest's of- fice, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord. 10 And the whole multitude of the people! 706 > cd . •a o >>fl >> cd cd fl a> tJ +-> O to co fl o +» 5 fl •a - 15 «§h o ,8 8* CO 0/ Cd L>F oa a 0) *«n, & "O ~a - a o o £ w ed o> co +J .- 8 cd a o BO 0> 'fl £S£h I'D O o u *o a; a) >, sn pfl Pa b el cd "q, "P 03 fl 0> -•5 -l-J +-> CO +J . el > o ©^ on P CO cd fe 3 1-5 o> ^aS w © s ■*! 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(4) Genealogy of Christ. 1 forth to be baptized of him, generation of yipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8 Bring forth therefore fruits worthy of re- pentance, and begin not to say within your- selves, We have Abraham to our father : for I say unto you, That God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham. 9 And now also the axe is laid unto the root of the trees: every tree therefore which bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. 10 And the people asked him, saying, What shall we do then? 11 He answereth and saith unto them, He that hath two coats, let him impart to him that hath none; and he that hath meat, let him do likewise. 12 Then came also publicans to be baptized, and said unto him, Master, what shall we do? 13 And he said unto them, Exact no more than that which is appointed you 14 And the soldiers likewise demanded of him, saying, And what shall we do? And he said unto them, Do violence to no man, neither accuse any falsely; and be content with your wages. 15 And as the people were in expectation, and all men mused in their hearts of John, whether he were the Christ, or not; 16 John answered, saying unto them all, I in- deed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire: 17 Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly purge his floor, and will gather the wheat into his garner; but the chaff he will burn with fire unquenchable. 18 And many other things in his exhortation preached he unto the people. 19 But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias his brother Philip's wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done, 20 Added yet this above all, that he shut up John in prison. 21 Now when all the people were baptized, it came to pass, that Jesus also being baptized, and praying, the heaven was opened, 22 And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven, which said, Thou art my beloved Son; in thee I am well pleased. 23 And Jesus himself began to be about thirty years of age, being (as was supposed) the son of Joseph, which was the son of Heli, 24 Which was the son of Matthat, which was the son of Levi, which was the son of Melchi, which was the son of Janna, which was the son of Joseph, 25 Which was the son of Mattathias, which was the son of Amos, which was the son of Naum, which was the son of Esli, which was the son of Nagge, 26 Which was the son of Maath, which was the son of Mattathias, which was the son of Semei, which was the son of Joseph, which was the son of Juda, 27 Which was the son of Joanna, which was the son of Bhesa, which was the son of Zoro- babel, which was the son of Salathiel, which wa.s the son of Neri, 28 Which was the son of Melchi, which was the son of Addi, which was the son of Cosam, which was the son of Elmodam, which was the son of Er, 29 Which was the son of Jose, which was the son of Eliezer, which was the son of Jorim, which was the son of Matthat, which was the son of Levi, 30 Which was the son of Simeon, which was the son of Juda, which was the son of Joseph, which was the son of Jonan, which was the son of Eliakim, 31 Which was the son of Melea, which was the son of Menan, which was the son of Mattatha, which was the son of Nathan, which was the son of David, 32 Which was the son of Jesse, which was the son of Obed, which was the son of Booz, which was the son of Salmon, which was the son of Naasson, 33 Which was the son of Aminadab, which was the son of Aram, which was the son of Esrom, which was the son of Phares, which was the son of Juda, 34 Which was the son of Jacob, which was the son of Isaac, which was the son of Abraham, which was the son of Thara, which was the son of Nachor, 35 Which was the son of Saruch, which was the son of Bagau, which was the son of Phalec, which was the son of Heber, which was the son of Sala, " 36 Which was the son of Cainan, which was the son of Arphaxad, which was the son of Sem, which was the son of Noe, which was the son of Lamech, 37 Which was the son of Mathusala, which was the son of Enoch, which was the son of Jared, which was the son of Maleleel, which was the son of Cainan, 38 Which was the son of Enos, which was the son of Seth, which was the son of Adam, which was the son of God. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 The temptation and fasting of Christ. 13 He over- cometh the devil: 14 beginn'eth to preach. 16 The peo- ple of Nazareth admire his gracious words. 33 He cureth one possessed of a devil, 38 Peter's mother in law, 40 and divers other sick persons. 41 The devils acknowledge Christ, and are reproved for it. 43 He preacheth through the cities. AND Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost re- turned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, 2 Being forty days tempted of the devil. And in those days he did eat nothing: and when they were ended, he afterward hungered. 3 And the devil said unto him, If thou be the 710 lie beginneth to preach, and ST. LUKE, IV. (4) healeih divers sick persons. son of God, command this stone that it be made bread. 4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is writ- ten, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God. 5 And the devil, taking him up into an high mountain, shewed unto him all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time. 6 And the devil said unto him, All this power will I give thee, and the glory of them: for that is delivered unto me; and to whomsoever I will I give it. 7 If thou therefore wilt worship me, all shall be thine. 8 And Jesus answered and said unto him, Get thee behind me, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve. 9 And he brought him to Jerusalem, and set him on a pinnacle of the temple, and said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down from hence: 10 For it is written, He shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee: 11 And in their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone. 12 And Jesus answering said unto him, It is said, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. 13 And when the devil had ended all the temptation, he departed from him for a season. 14 And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit into Galilee: and there went out a fame of him through all the region round about. 15 And he taught in their synagogues, being glorified of all. 16 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up for to read. 17 And there was delivered unto him the book of the prophet Esaias. And when he had opened the book, he found the place where it was writ- ten, 18 The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recov- ering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, 19 To preach the acceptable year of the Lord. 20 And he closed the book, and he gave it again to the minister, and sat down. And the eyes of all them that were in the synagogue were fastened on him. 21 And he began to say unto them, This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears. 22 And all bare him witness, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth. And they said, Is not this Joseph's son? 23 And he said unto them, Ye will surely say unto me this proverb, Physician, heal thyself: whatsoever we have heard done in Capernaum, do also here in thy country. 24 And he said, Verily I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country. 25 But I tell- you of a truth, many widows were in Israel in the days of Elias, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, when great famine was throughout all the land; 26 But unto none of them was Elias sent, save unto Sarepta, a city of Sidon, unto a woman that was a widow. 27 And many lepers were in Israel in the time of Eliseus the prophet; and none of them was cleansed, saving Naaman the Syrian. 28 And all they in the synagogue, when they heard these things, were filled with wrath, 29 And rose up, and thrust him out of the city, and led him unto the brow of the hill whereon their city was built, that they might cast him down headlong. 30 But he passing through the midst of them went his way, 31 And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and taught them on the sabbath days. 32 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power. 33 And in the synagogue there was a man, which had a spirit of an unclean devil, and cried out with a loud voice, 34 Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art; the Holy One of God. 35 And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him. And when the devil had thrown him in the midst, he came out of him, and hurt him not. 36 And they were all amazed, and spake among themselves, saying, What a word is this! for with authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits, and they come out. 37 And the fame of him went out into every place of the country round about. 38 And he arose out of the synagogue, and entered into Simon's house. And Simon's wife's mother was taken with a great fever; and they besought him for her. 39 And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she arose and ministered unto them. 40 Now when the sun was setting, all they that had any sick with divers diseases brought them unto him; and he laid his hands on every one of them, and healed them. 41 And devils also came out of many, crying out, and saying, Thou art Christ the Son of God. And he rebuking them suffered them not to speak: for they knew that he was Christ. 42 And when it was day, he departed and went into a desert place: and the people sought him, and came unto him, and stayed him, that he should not depart from them. 43 And he said unto them, I must preach the 711 d p± ~> £* ft Q w P t— »■ ft W O «J »-bfl) I* Ph. ft Pi i-- CD ft a> »S : o d , era p 50 ft co H B P 2-8 3 d °p£ E r- •** a ft B <-i co era >■ ft£ g K E« b-c! * "> £, L3 P r+O _, b b*sj 3 pft g -^ ft p 5 t> 3»Pg ' ft /^~ <~ ) g o o d . g & p. JH - p B* ri g,§"P 2S d Eb"2. w ft B« £h rT> pg-go ft r „ ft B* •a p ft <^ E b 6 o 8 Oft ft -- « W>a b _. 2 d- 3 ** P"a 2. ??ft 2 ft P ft*-. r+ p g.« o ^Si g E i—l ^ P p ft B-^W B © B"p w i ft c B ft Ml O ft ft ft rt- E »o E ft P tt" B^£fd re Oft g "- P ft B ft B p B - *^ p S. ft fj-ft • " ft d r£ co B* ft CO r+ P B" i-i. M Bgcog J+C M oi B n-j] ■"* B* », *1 j>pS p °8 - Miraculous draught of fishes. ST. LUKE, V. (5) Sick of the palsy healed. kingdom of God to other cities also: for there- fore am I sent. 44 And he preached in the synagogues of Gali- lee. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Christ teacheth the people out of Peter's ship: 4 in a miraculous taking of fishes, sheweth how he will make him and his partners fishers of men: 12 cleanseth the leper: 16 prayeth in the wilderness: 18 healeth one sick of the palsy: 27 calleth Matthew the publican: 29 eat- eith with sinners, as being the physician of souls: 34 foretelleth the fastings and afflictions of the apostles after his ascension: 30 and likeneth fainthearted and weak disciples to old bottles and worn garments. AND it came to pass, that, as the' people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 And saw two skips standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing tkeir nets. 3 And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon's, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down, and taught tke people out of the ship. 4 Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. 5 And Simon answering said unto him, Mas- ter, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net. 6 And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake. 7 And they beckoned unto* their partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink. 8 When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord. 9 For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken: 10 And so was also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men. 11 And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him. 12 And it came to pass, when he was in a cer- tain city, behold a man full of leprosy: who see- ing Jesus fell on his face, and besought him, say- ing, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 13 And he put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will: be thou clean. And immedi- ately the leprosy departed from him. 14 And he charged him to tell no man: but go, and shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing, according as Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them. 15 But so much the more went there a fame abroad of him: and great multitudes came to- gether to hear, and to be healed by him of their infirmities. 16 And he withdrew himself into the wilder- ness, and prayed. 17 And it came to pass on a certain day, as he was teaching, that there were Pharisees and doctors of the law sitting by, which were come out of every town of Galilee, and Judaea, and Jerusalem: and the power of the Lord was pres- ent to heal them. 18 And, behold, men brought in a bed a man which was taken with a palsy: and they sought means to bring him in, and to lay him before him. 19 And when they could not find by what way they might bring him in because of the multi- tude, they went upon the housetop, and let him down through the tiling with his couch into the midst before Jesus. 20 And when he saw their faith, he said unto him, Man, thy sins are forgiven thee. 21 And the scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this which speaketh blasphemies? Who can forgive sins, but God alone? 22 But when Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answering said unto them, What reason ye in your hearts? 23 Whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be for- given thee; or to say, Rise up and walk? 24 But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power upon earth to forgive sins, (he said unto the sick of the palsy,) I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy couch, and go into thine house. 25 And immediately he rose up before them, and took up that whereon he lay, and departed to his own house, glorifying God. 26 And they were all amazed, and they glori- fied God, and were filled with fear, saying, We have seen strange things to day. 27 And after these things he went forth, and saw a publican, named Levi, sitting at the re- ceipt of custom: and he said unto him, Follow me. 28 And he left all, rose up, and followed him. 29 And Levi made him a great feast in his own house: and there was a great company of publicans and of others that sat down With them. 30 But their scribes and Pharisees murmured against his disciples, saying, Why do ye eat and drink with publicans and sinners? 31 And Jesus answering said unto them, They that are whole need not a physician; but they that are sick. 32 1 came not to call the righteous, but sin- ners to repentance. 33 And they said unto him, Why do the dis- ciples of John fast often, and make prayers, and likewise the disciples of the Pharisees; but thine eat and drink? 34 And he said unto them, Can ye make the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them? 35 But the days will come, when the bride- 712 ml Christ reproveth the Pharisees. ST. LUKE, VI. (6) He preacheth to his disciples. groom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days. 36 And he spake also a parable unto them; No man putteth a piece of a new garment upon an old; if otherwise, then both the new maketh a rent, and the piece that was taken out of the new agreeth not with the old. 37 And no man putteth new wine into old bot- tles; else the new wine will burst the bottles, and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish. 38 But new wine must be put into new bot- tles; and both are preserved. 39 No man also having drunk old wine straightway desireth new: for he saith, The old is better. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 Christ reproveth the Pharisees' blindness about the observation of the sabbath, by scripture, reason, and miracle: 13 chooseth twelve apostles: 17 healeth the diseased: 20 preacheth to his disciples before the peo- ple of blessings and curses: 27 how we must love our enemies: 46 and join the obedience of good works to the hearing of the word: lest in the evil day of tempta- tion we fall like an house built upon the face of the earth, without any foundation. A ND it came to pass on the second sabbath jt\. after the first, that he went through the corn fields; and his disciples plucked the ears of corn, and did eat, rubbing them in their hands. 2 And certain of the Pharisees said unto them, Why do ye that which is not lawful to do on the sabbath days? 3 And Jesus answering them said, Have ye not read so much as this, what David did, when himself was an hungred, and they which were with him; 4 How he went into the house of God, and did take and eat the shewbread, and gave also to them that were with him; which it is not law- ful to eat but for the, priests alone? 5 And he said unto them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath. 6 And it came to pass also on another sab- bath, that he entered into the synagogue and taught: and there was a man whose right hand was withered. 7 And the scribes and Pharisees watched him, whether he would heal on the sabbath day; that they might find an accusation against him. 8 But he knew their thoughts, and said to the man which had the withered hand, Rise up. and stand forth in the midst. And he arose and stood forth. 9 Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you one thing; Is it lawful on the sabbath days to do good, or to do evil? to save life, or to destroy it? 10 And looking round about upon them all. he said unto the man, Stretch forth thy hand. And he did so: and his hand was restored whole as the other. 11 And they were filled with madness; and communed one with another what they might do to Jesus. 12 And it came to pass in those days, that he went out into a mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God. 13 And when it was day, he called unto him his disciples: and of them he chose twelve, whom also he named apostles; 14 Simon, (whom he also named Peter,) and Andrew his brother, Jame*: and John, Philip and Bartholomew, 15 Matthew and Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon called Zelotes, 16 And Judas the brother of James, and Ju- das Iscariot, which also was the traitor. 17 And he came down with them, and stood in the plain, and the company of his disciples, and a great multitude of people out of all Ju- daea and Jerusalem, and from the sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, which came to hear him, and to be healed of their diseases; .18 And they that were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed. 19 And the whole multitude sought to touch him: for there went virtue out of him, and healed them all. 20 And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed be ye poor: for your's is the kingdom of God. 21 Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh. 22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man's sake. 23 Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: for, behold, your reward is great in heaven: for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets. 24 But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation. 25 Woe unto you that are full! for ye shall hunger. Woe unto you that laugh now! for ye shall mourn and weep. 26 Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you! for so did their fathers to the false prophets. 27 But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, 28 Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. 29 And unto him that smiteth thee on the one cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not to take thy coat also. 30 Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again. 31 And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. 32 For if ye love them which love! you, what thank have ye? for sinners also love those that love them. 33 And if ye do good to them which do good to you, what thank have ye? for sinners also do even the same. 34 And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope 713 Exhortation to good works. ST. LUKE, VII. (7) Centurion's servant healed. to receive, what thank have je? for sinners also lend to sinners, to receive as mucn again. 35 But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the chil- dren of the Highest: for he is kind unto the un- thankful and to the evil. 36 Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful. 37 Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: con- demn not, and ye shall not be condemned: for- give, and ye shall be forgiven: 38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bos- om. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again. 39 And he spake a parable unto them, Can the blind lead the blind? shall they not both fall into the ditch? 40 The disciple is not above his master: but every one that is perfect shall be as his master. 41 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but perceivest not the beam that is in thine own eye? 42 Either how canst thou say to thy brother, Brother, let me pull out the mote that is in thine eye, when thou thyself beholdest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye, and then shalt thou see clearly to pull out the mote that is in thy brother's eye. 43 For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. 44 For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. 45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh. 46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? 47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: 48 He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat ve- hemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. 49 But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Christ findeth a greater faith in the centurion a Gen- tile, than in any of the Jews: 10 healeth his servant being absent: 11 raiseth from death the widow's son at Nain: 19 answereth John's messengers with the de- claration of his miracles: 24 testifieth to the people what opinion he held of John: 30 inveigheth against the Jews, who with neither the manners of John nor of Jesus could be won: 3G and sheweth by occasion of Mary Magdalene, how he is a friend to sinners, not to maintain them in sins, but to forgive them their sins, upon their faith, and repentance. "jVTOW when he had ended all his sayings in -i-li the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum. 2 And a certain centurion's servant, who was dear unto him, was sick, and ready to die. 3 And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant. 4 And when they came to Jesus, they be- sought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this: 5 For he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue. 6 Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trou- ble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof: 7 Wherefore neither thought I myself worthy to come unto thee: but say in a word, and my servant shall be healed. 8 For I also am a man set under authority, having under me soldiers, and I say unto one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it. 9 When Jesus heard these things, he mar- velled at him, and turned him about, and said unto the people that followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. 10 And they that were sent, returning to the house, found the servant whole that had been sick. 11 And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people. 12 Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of the city was with her. 13 And when the Lord saw her, he had com- passion on her, and said unto her, Weep not. 14 And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise. 15 And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother. 16 And there came a fear on all: and they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, That God hath visited his people. 17 And this rumour of him went forth throughout all Judaea, and throughout all the region round about. 18 And the disciples of John shewed him of all these things. 19 And John calling unto him two of his dis- 714 Mi — <• P rs C Mi - jj fD B &£ M fD ^ ro - fi - — p+ w 3" ~ re H — s > (D P &p ra O =< m "■ & — pa Ml O > — < pi B '4 >3 Jl < h3 W pa fD a 7- 3 3 3" f5 r+ X rs 3" — H 'J 4 O P B 73 CO T£_ (0 - 3 Q 5 a 3 > c rr c B — O re o Mi —. fD O rt fD r 1 o n ci -a a o Ml CO pa Mv rt- rs cr ■xt o r 1 CB in P sj — 5 fD P rt- fD l-J fD rt- 00 fD — . — " ►1 O H O p fD O Mi CD '-0 a o 4 (B rt a *-• P 5 s fD - fD g ° a » jj^fsD* •PSB CO -T'CP r-v i - * on tr pa r^ DOS' &3 O fD -a pj rt 7J c t— • ■^ ■J. 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(8) Christ's feet anointed. ciples sent them to Jesus, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? 20 When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, say- ing, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? 21 And in that same hour he cured many of their infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many that were blind he gave sight. 22 Then Jesus answering said unto them, Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached. 23 And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me. 24 And when the messengers of John were de- parted, he began to speak unto the people con- cerning John, What went ye out into the wilder- ness for to see? A reed shaken with the wind? 25 But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously apparelled, and live delicately, are in kings' courts. 26 But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? Yea, I say unto you, and much more than a prophet. 27 This is he, of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. 28 For I say unto you, Among those that are born of women there is not a greater prophet than John the Baptist: but he that is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he. 29 And all the people that heard him, and the publicans, justified God, being baptized with the baptism of John. 30 But the Pharisees and lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, being not baptized of him. 31 And the Lord said, Whereunto then shall I liken the men of this generation? and to what are they like? 32 They are like unto children sitting in the marketplace, and calling one to another, and saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned to you, and ye have not wept. 33 For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say, He hath a devil. 34 The Son of man is come eating and drink- ing; and ye say, Behold a gluttonous man, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners! 35 But wisdom is justified of all her children. 36 And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee's house, and sat down to meat. 37 And, behold, a woman in the city, which was a sinner, when she knew that Jesus sat at meat in the Pharisee's house, brought an alabas- ter box of ointment, 38 And stood at his feet behind him weeping, and began to wash his feet with tears, and did wipe them with the hairs of her head, and kissed his feet, and anointed them with the ointment. 39 Now when the Pharisee which had bidden him saw it, he-spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who and what manner of woman this is that toucheth him: for she is a sinner. 40 And Jesus answering said unto him, Si- mon, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And he saith, Master, say on. 41 There was a certain creditor which had two debtors: the one owed five hundred pence, and the other fifty. 42 And when- they had nothing to pay, he frankly forgave them both. Tell me therefore, which of them will love him most? 43 Simon answered and said, I suppose that he, to whom he forgave most. And he said unto him, Thou hast rightly judged. 44 And he turned to the woman, and said unto Simon, Seest thou this woman? I entered into thine house, thou gavest me no water for my feet: but she hath washed my feet with tears, and wiped them with the hairs of her head. 45 Thou gavest me no kiss: but this woman since the time I came in hath not ceased to kiss my feet. 46 My head with oil thou didst not anoint: but this woman hath anointed my feet with oint- ment. 47 Wherefore I say unto thee, Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved much: but to whom little is forgiven, the same loveth little. 48 And he said unto her, Thy sins are for- given. 49 And they that sat at meat with him began to say within themselves, Who is this that for- giveth sins also? 50 And he said to the woman, Thy faith hath saved thee; go in peace. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 3 Women minister unto Christ of their substance. 4 Christ, after he had preached from place to place, at- tended with his apostles, propoundeth the parahle of the sower, 16 and of the candle: 21 declareth who are his mother, and brethren: 22 rebuketh the winds: 26 casteth the legion of devils out of the man into the herd of swine: 37 is rejected of the Gadarenes: 43 heal- cth the woman of her bloody issue, 49 and raiseth from death Jairus' daughter. AND it came to pass afterward, that he went throughout every city and village, preach- ing and shewing the glad tidings of the kingdom of God: and the twelve were with him, 2 And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Mag- dalene, out of whom went seven devils, 3 And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod's stew- ard, and Susanna, and many others, which min- istered unto him of their substance. 4 And when much people were gathered to- gether, and were come to him out of every city, he spake by a parable: 5 A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he 715 Parable of the sower. ST. LUKE, VIII. (8) Christ stilleth the tempest. sowed, some fell by the way side; arid it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air de- voured it. 6 And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, because it; lacked moisture. 7 And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it, and choked it. 8 And other fell on good ground, and sprang up, and bare fruit an hundred fold. And when he had said these things, he cried, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. 9 And his disciples asked him, saying, What might this parable be? 10 And he said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to others in parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand. 11 Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God. 12 Those by the way side are they that hear; then cometh the devil, and taketh away the word out of their hearts, lest they should believe and be saved. 13 They on the rock are they, which, when they hear, receive the word with joy; and these have no root, which for a while believe, and in time of temptation fall away. 14 And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection. 15 But that on the good ground are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep it, and bring forth fruit with patience. 16 No man, when he hath lighted a candle, covereth it with a vessel, or putteth it under a bed; but setteth it on a candlestick, that they which enter in may see the light. 17 For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest; neither any thing hid, that shall not be known and come abroad. 18 Take heed therefore how ye hear: for who- soever hath, to him shall be given; and whoso- ever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have. 19 Then came to him his mother and his brethren, and could not come at him for the press. 20 And it was told him by certain which said, Thy mother and thy brethren stand without, de- siring to see thee. 21 And he answered and said unto them, My mother and my brethren are these which hear the word of God, and do it. 22 Now it came to pass on a certain day, that he went into a ship with his disciples: and he said unto them, Let us go over unto the other side of the lake. And they launched forth. 23 But as they sailed he fell asleep: and there came down a storm of wind on the lake; and they were filled with water, and were in jeopardy. 24 And they came to him, and awoke him, say- ing, Master, master, we perish. Then he arose, and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water: and they ceased, and there was a calm. 25 And he said unto them, Where is your faith? And they being afraid wondered, saying one to another, What manner of man is this! for he commandeth even the winds and water, and they obey him. 26 And they arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, which is over against Galilee. 27 And when he went forth to land, there met him out of the city a certain man, which had devils long time, and ware no clothes, neither abode in any house, but in the tombs. 28 When he saw Jesus, he cried out, and fell down before him, and with a loud voice said, What have I to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of God most high? I beseech thee, torment me not. 29 (For he had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. For oftentimes it had caught him: and he was kept bound with chains and in fetters; and he brake the bands, and was driven of the devil into the wilderness.) 30 And Jesus asked him, saying, What is thy name? And he said, Legion: because many devils were entered into him. 31 And' they besought him that he would not command them to go out into: the deep. 32 And there was there an herd of many swine feeding on the mountain: and they be- sought him that he would suffer them to enter into them. And he suffered them. 33 Then went the devils out of the man, and entered into the swine: and the herd ran violent- ly down a steep place into the lake, and were choked. 34 When they that fed them saw what was done, they fled, and went and told it in the city and in the country. 35 Then they went out to see what was done; and came to Jesus, and found the man, out of whom the devils were departed, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid. 36 They also which saw it told them by what means he that was possessed of the devils was healed. 37 Then the whole multitude of the country of the Gadarenes round about besought him to depart from them; for they were taken with great fear : and he went up into the ship, and re- turned back again. 38 Now the man out of whom the devils were departed besought him that he might be with him: but Jesus sent him away, saying, 39 Keturn to thine own house, and shew how great things God hath done unto thee. And he went his way, and published throughout the whole city how great things Jesus had done unto him. 40 And it came to pass, that, when Jesus was returned, the people gladly received him: for they were all waiting for him. 33 716 Jairus' daughter is raised. ST. LUKE, IX. (9) Herod desired to see Christ. 41 And, behold, there came a man < named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue: and he fell down at Jesus' feet, and besought him that he would come into his house: 42 For he had one only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she lay a dying. But as he went the people thronged him. 43 And a woman having an issue of blood twelve years, which had spent all her living upon physicians, neither could be healed of any, 44 Came behind him, and touched the border of his garment: and immediately her issue of blood stanched. 45 And Jesus said, Who touched me? When all denied, Peter and they that were with him said, Master, the multitude throng thee and press thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me? 46 And Jesus said, Somebody hath touched me : for I perceive that virtue is gone out of me. 47 And when the woman saw that she was not hid, she came trembling, and falling down before him, she declared unto him before all the people for what cause she had touched him, and how she was healed immediately. 48 And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort: thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace. 49 While he yet spake, there cometh one from the ruler of the synagogue's house, saying to him, Thy daughter is dead; trouble not the Mas- ter. 50 But when Jesus heard it, he answered him, saying, Fear not: believe only, and she shall be made whole. 51 And when he came into the house, he suf- fered no man to go in, save Peter, and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden. 52 And all wept, and bewailed her: but he said, Weep not; she is not dead, but sleepeth. 53 And they laughed him to scorn, knowing that she was dead. 54 And he put them all out, and took her by the hand, and called, saying, Maid, arise. 55 And her spirit came again, and she arose straightway: and he commanded to give her meat. 56 And her parents were astonished: but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 Christ sendeth his apostles to work miracles, and to preach. 7 Herod desired to see Christ, 17 Christ feed- eth five thousand: 18 enquireth what opinion the world had of him: foretelleth his passion: 23 proposeth to all the pattern of his patience. 28 The transfigura- tion. 37 He healeth the lunatick: 43 again forewarneth his disciples of his passion: 46 commendeth humility: 51 biddeth them to shew mildness towards all, without desire of revenge. 57 Div°rs would follow him, but upon conditions. FT! HEN he called his twelve disciples to- -*- gether, and gave them power and author- ity over all devils, and to cure diseases. 2 And he sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick. 3 And he said unto them, Take nothing for your journey, neither staves, nor scrip, neither bread, neither money; neither have two coats apiece. 4 And whatsoever house ye enter into, there abide, and thence depart. 5 And whosoever will not receive you, when ye go out of that city, shake off the very dust from your feet for a testimony against them. 6 And they departed, and went through the towns, preaching the gospel, and healing every where. 7 Now Herod the tetrarch heard of all that was done by him: and he was perplexed, because that it was said of some, that John was risen from the dead; 8 And of some, that Elias had appeared; and of others, that one of the old prophets was risen again. 9 And Herod said, John have I beheaded: but who is this, of whom I hear such things? And he desired to see him. 10 And the apostles, when they were re- turned, told him all that they had done. And he took them and went aside privately into a desert place belonging to the city called Beth- saida. 11 And the people, when they knew it, fol- lowed him: and he received them, and spake unto them of the kingdom of God, and healed them that had need of healing. 12 And when the day began to wear away, then came the twelve, and said unto him, Send the multitude away, that they may go into the towns and country round about, and lodge, and get victuals: for we are here in a desert place. 13 But he said unto them, Give ye them to eat. And they said, We have no more but five loaves and two fishes; except we should go and buy meat for all this people. 14 For they were about five thousand men. And he said to his disciples, Make them sit down by fifties in a company. 15 And they did so, and made them all sit down. 16 Then he took the five loaves and the two fishes, and looking up to heaven, he blessed them, and brake, and gave to the disciples to set before the multitude. 17 And they did eat, and were all filled: and there was taken up of fragments that remained to them twelve baskets. 18 And it came to pass, as he was alone pray- ing, his disciples were with him: and he asked them, saying, Whom say the people that I am? 19 They answering said, John the Baptist; but some say, Elias; and others say, that one of the old prophets is risen again. 20 He said unto them, But whom say ye that I am? Peter answering said, The Christ of God. 21 And he straitly charged them, and com- manded them to tell no man that thing; 22 Saying, The Son of man must suffer many 717 <-»■«> ■ c?o g«BlSg « i O 2j B" i-fctfa - crq _. p -f . (T3 -. 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(9) James and John reproved. things, and be rejected of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be slain, and be raised the third day. 23 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. 24 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it. 25 For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away? 26 For whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he shall come in his own glory, and in his Father's, and of the holy angels. 27 But I tell you of a truth, there be some standing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the kingdom of God. 28 And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray. 29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his count- enance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering. 30 And, behold, there talked with him two men, which were Moses and Elias: 31 Who appeared in glory, and spake of his decease which he should accomplish at Jerusa- lem. 32 But Peter and they that were with him were heavy with sleep: and when they were awake, they saw his glory, and the two men that stood with him. 33 And it came to pass as they departed from him, Peter said unto Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here: and let us make three taber- nacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias: not knowing what he said. 34 While he thus spake, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud. 35 And there came a voice out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him. 36 And when the voice was past, Jesus was found alone. And they kept it close, and told no man in those days any of those things which they had seen. 37 And it came to pass, that on the next day, when they were come down from the hill, much people met him. 38 And, behold, a man of the company cried out, saying, Master, I beseech thee, look upon my son: for he is mine only child. 39 And, lo, a spirit taketh him, and he sud- denly crieth out; and it teareth him that he foameth again, and bruising him hardly depart- eth from him. 40 And I besought thy disciples to cast him out; and they could not. 41 And Jesus answering said, O faithless and perverse generation, how long shall I be with you, and suffer you? Bring thy son hither. 42 And as he was yet a coming, the devil threw him down, and tare him. And Jesus re- buked the unclean spirit, and healed the child, and delivered him again to his father. 43 And they were all amazed at the mighty power of God. " But while they wondered every one at all things which Jesus did, he said unto his disciples, 44 Let these sayings sink down into your ears : for the Son of man shall be delivered into the hands of men. 45 But they understood not this saying, and it was hid from them, that they perceived it not: and they feared to ask him of that saying. 46 Then there arose a reasoning among them, which of them should be greatest. 47 And Jesus, perceiving the thought of their hearty took a child, and set him by him, 48 And said unto them, Whosoever shall re- ceive this child in my name receiveth me: and whosoever shall receive me receiveth him that sent me : for he that is least among you all, the same shall be great. 49 And John answered and said, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name; and we forbad him, because he followeth not with us. 50 And Jesus said unto him, Forbid him not: for he that is not against us is for us. 51 And it came to pass, when the time was come that he should be received up, he sted- fastly set his face to go to Jerusalem, 52 And sent messengers before his face: and they went, and entered into a village of the Sam- aritans, to make ready for him. 53 And they did not receive him, because his face was as though he would go to Jerusalem. 54 And when his disciples James and John saw this, they said, Lord, wilt thou that we com- mand fire to come down from heaven, and con- sume them, even as Elias did? 55 But he turned, and rebuked them, and said, Ye know not what manner of spirit ye are of. 56 For the Son of man is not come to destroy men's lives, but to save them. And they went to another village. 57 And it came to pass, that, as they went in the way, a certain man said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. 58 And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head. 59 And he said unto another, Follow me. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father. 60 Jesus said unto him, Let the dead bury their dead : but go thou and preach the kingdom of God. 61 And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house. 62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. 7ia Seventy disciples sent out. ST. LUKE, X. (10) The good Samaritan. CHAPTER X. (10.) 1 Christ sendeth out at once seventy disciples to work miracles, and to preach: 17 admonisheth them to be humble, and wherein to rejoice: 21 thanketh his Father for his grace: 23 magnifieth the happy estate of his church: 25 teacheth the lawyer how to attain eternal life, and to take every one for his neighbour that need- eth his mercy: 41 reprehendeth Martha, and commend- eth Mary her sister. A FTER these things the Lord appointed -iljL other seventy also, and sent them two and two before his face into every city and place, whither he himself would come. 2 Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest. 3 Go your ways: behold, I send you forth as lambs among wolves. 4 Carry neither purse, nor scrip, nor shoes: and salute no man by the way. 5 And into whatsoever house ye enter, first say, Peace be to this house. 6 And if the son of peace be there, your peace shall rest upon it: if not, it shall turn to you again. 7 And in the same house remain, eating and drinking such things as they give: for the la- bourer is worthy of his hire. Go not from house to house. 8 And into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you, eat such things as are set before you: 9 And heal the sick that are therein, and say unto them, The kingdom of God is come nigh unto you. 10 But into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you not, go your ways out into the streets of the same, and say, 11 Even the very dust of your city, which cleaveth on us, we do wipe off against you: not- withstanding be ye sure of this, that the king- dom of God is come nigh unto you. 12 But I say unto you, that it shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. 13 Woe unto thee, Chorazin! woe unto thee, Bethsaida! for if the mighty works had been done in Tyre and Sidon, which have been done in you, they had a great while ago repented, sitting in sackcloth and ashes. 14 But it shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon at the judgment, than for you. 15 And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted to heaven, shalt be thrust down to hell. 16 He that heareth you heareth me; and he that despiseth you despiseth me; and he that de- spiseth me despiseth him that sent me. 17 And the seventy returned again with joy, saying, Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through thy name. IS And he said unto them, I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven. 19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you. 20 Notwithstanding in this rejoice not, that the spirits are subject unto you; but rather re- joice, because your names are written in heaven. 21 In that hour Jesus rejoiced in spirit, and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes: even so, Father; for so it seemed good in thy sight. 22 All things are delivered to me of my Father : and no man knoweth who the Son is, but the Father; and who the Father is, but the Son, and he to whom the Son will reveal him. 23 And he turned him unto his disciples, and said privately, Blessed are the eyes which see the things that ye see: 24 For I tell you, that many prophets and kings have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them. 25 And, behold, a certain lawyer stood up, and tempted him, saying, Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? 26 He said unto him, What is written in the law? how readest thou? 27 And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself. 28 And he said unto him, Thou hast answered right: this do, and thou shalt live, 29 But he, willing to justify himself, said unto Jesus, And who is my neighbour? 30 And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his rai- ment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead. 31 And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side. 32 And likewise a Levite, when he was at the place, came and looked on him, and passed by on the other side. 33 But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him, 34 And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him. 35 And on the morrow when he departed, he took out two pence, and gave them to the host, and said unto him, Take care of him; and what- soever thou spendest more, when I come again, I will repay thee. 36 Which now of these three, thinkest thou, was neighbour unto him that fell among the thieves? 37 And he said, He that shewed mercy on him. 71fc N ■ 3&3 ssl.S £5 - ■ ps _ :"> o 0)O fcfl -d W . o> -*-> ti X) £> fl o- o ~* ^ c S « ej +-> 02 O 4> +-» > _ a xl 05 a xi 4) p ?> 5fl s£fl g » >.= g^3*3 TJ | «, 3 | ri 4> * OJ XI « g h «xi -^m ^ fl S> -9 a § 'S Hl-8 P 3 boa a 3 ^Xl O^-m 4> P g i o* « d O _ O ^ .i> _ "d u .fl tn w o OJ XI o> Ot-S +JI-3 O a -d a O 4) bo O fl** o aa a 03 -I 4) rt H ■g ^ +J -. ® g g - 4J fl <*,£ D " 3 oi 0) o"S' tiinb <*i fl «_, 4) 4> 4) fl ■fl c3 4> P° P O b^sa s. ^ — _ £? a "55 g-a%-§ PS be grt-a «< fl 5 fl * g ,— 05 +-> OS o fl a "a -c a ag^ga* S o « ►!) Wa g oj -a e« a S " § g c'a'g'-'.g* PS fl S * fl 2; a ■aS Efe fl 8) cifl s^aps Christ teacheth to pray. ST. LUKE, XI. (11) Pharisees rebuked. Then said Jesus unto him, Go, and do thou like- wise. 38 Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain Tillage: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. 40 But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. 41 And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: 42 But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her. >v CHAPTER XI. (11) 1 Christ teacheth to pray, and that instantly: 11 assur- ing that God so will give us good things. 14 He, cast- ing out a dumb devil, rebuketh the blasphemous Phari- sees: 28 and sheweth who are blessed: 29 preacheth to the people, 37 and reprehendeth the outward shew of holiness in the Pharisees, scribes, and lawyers. AND it came to pass, that, as he was praying in a certain place, when he ceased, one of his disciples said unto him, Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples. 2 And he said unto them, When ye pray, say, Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth. 3 Give us day by day our daily bread. 4 And forgive us our sins; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. 5 And he said unto them, Which of you shall have a friend, and shall go unto him at midnight, and say unto him, Friend, lend me three loaves; 6 For a friend of mine in his journey is come to me, and I have nothing to set before him? 7 And he from within shall answer and say, Trouble me not: the door is now shut, and my children are with me in bed; I cannot rise and give thee. 8 I say unto you, Though he will not rise and give him, because he is his friend, yet because of his importunity he will rise and give him as many as he needeth. 9 And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you. 10 For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knock- eth it shall be opened. 11 If a son shall ask bread of any of you that is a father, will he give him a stone? or if he ask a fish, will he for a fish give him a serpent? 12 Or if he shall ask an egg, will he offer him a scorpion? 13 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children: how much more shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him? 14 And he was casting out a devil, and it was dumb. And it came to pass, when the devil was gone out, the dumb spake; and the people won- dered. 15 But some of them said, He casteth out devils through Beelzebub the chief of the devils. 16 And others, tempting him, sought of him a sign from heaven. 17 But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house divided against a house falleth. 18 If Satan also be divided against himself, how shall his kingdom stand? because ye say that I cast out devils through Beelzebub. 19 And if I by Beelzebub cast oat devils, by whom do your sons cast them out? therefore shall they be your judges. 20 But if I with the finger of God cast out devils, no doubt the kingdom of God is come upon you. 21 When a strong man armed keepeth his pal- ace, his goods are in peace: 22 But when a stronger than he shall come upon him, and overcome him, he taketh from him all his armour wherein he trusted, and divideth his spoils. 23 He that is not with me is against me: and he that gathereth not with me scattereth. 24 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest; and finding none, he saith, I will return unto my house whence I came out. 25 And when he cometh, he findeth it swept and garnished. 26 Then goeth he, and taketh to him seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and they enter in, and dwell there : and the last state of that man is worse than the first. 27 And it came to pass, as he spake these things, a certain woman of the company lifted up her voice, and said unto him, Blessed is the womb that bare thee, and the paps which thou hast sucked. 28 But he said, Tea rather, blessed are they that hear the word of God, and keep it. 29 And when the people were gathered thick together, he began to say, This is an evil genera- tion: they seek a sign; and there shall no sign be given it, but the sign of Jonas the prophet. 30 For as Jonas was a sign unto the Nine- vites, so shall also the Son of man be to this generation. 31 The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with the men of this generation, and condemn them: for she came from the utmost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solo- mon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here. 32 The men of Nineve shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall con- demn it: for they repented at the preaching of Jonas ; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here. 720 Christ preacheth to the people. 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THEN drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, isaying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them. 3 And he spake this parable unto them, say- ing, 4 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? 5 And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he cometh home, he calleth to- gether his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost. 7 I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance. 8 Either what woman having ten pieces of sil- ver, if she lose one piece, doth not light a candle, and sweep the house, and seek diligently till she find it? 9 And when she hath found it, she calleth her friends and her neighbours together, saying, Re- joice with me; for I have found the piece which I had lost. 10 Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sin- ner that repenteth. 11 And he said, A certain man had two sons: 12 And the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. And he divided unto them his living. 13 And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a far country, and there wasted his substance with riotous living. 14 And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that land; and he began to be in want. 15 And he went and joined himself to a citi- zen of that country; and he sent him into his fields to feed swine. 16 And he would fain have filled his belly with the husks that the swine did eat: and no man gave unto him. 17 And when he came to himself, he said, How many hired servants of my father's have bread enough and to spare, and I perish with hunger! 18 I will arise and go to my father, and will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven, and before thee, 19 And am no more worthy to be called thy son: make me as one of thy hired servants. 20 And he arose, and came to his father. But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. 21 And the son said unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven, and in thy sight, and am no more worthy to be called thy son. 22 But the father said to his servants, Bring forth the best robe, and put it on him; and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet: 23 And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill it; and let us eat, and be merry: 24 For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they be- gan to be merry. 25 Now his elder son was in the field: and as he came and drew nigh to the house, he heard musick and dancing. 26 And he called one of the servants, and asked what these things meant. 27 And he said unto him, Thy brother is come; and thy father hath killed the fatted calf, be- cause he hath received him safe and sound. 28 And he was angry, and would not go in: therefore came his father out, and intreated him. 29 And he answering said to his father, Lo, these many years do I serve thee, neither trans- gressed I at any time thy commandment: and yet thou never gavest me a kid, that I might make merry with my friends: 30 But as soon as this thy son was come, which hath devoured thy living with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted calf. 31 And he said unto him, Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine. 32 It was meet that we should make merry, and be glad: for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again; and was lost, and is found. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 The parable of the unjust steward. 14 Christ reprov- eth the hypocrisy of the covetous Pharisees. 10 The rich glutton, and Lazarus the beggar. AND he said also unto his disciples, There was a certain rich man, which had a stew- ard; and the same was accused unto him that he had wasted his goods. 2 And he called him, and said unto him, How is it that I hear this of thee? give an account of thy stewardship; for thou mayest be no longer steward. 3 Then the steward said within himself, What shall I do? for my lord taketh away from me the stewardship: I cannot dig; to beg I am ashamed. 4 I am resolved what to do, that, when I am put out of the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses. 5 So he called every one of his lord's debtors unto him, and said unto the first, How much owest thou unto my lord? 6 And he said, An hundred measures of oil. And he said unto him, Take thy bill, and sit down quickly, and write fifty. 7 Then said he to another, And how much owest thou? And he said, An hundred meas- ures of wheat. And he said unto him, Take thy bill, and write fourscore. 725 tl The rich man and Lazarus. ST. LUKE, XVII. (17) Christ teacheth forgiveness. 8 And the lord commended the unjust stew- ard, because he had done wisely: for the children of this world are in their generation wiser than the children of light. 9 And I say unto you, Make to yourselves friends of the mammon of unrighteousness; that, when ye fail, they may receive you into everlasting habitations. 10 He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much. 11 If therefore ye have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches? 12 And if ye have not been faithful in that which is another man's, who shall give you that which is your own? 13 No servant can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. 14 And the Pharisees also, who were covet- ous, heard all these things: and they derided him. 15 And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God. 16 The law and the prophets were until John: since that time the kingdom of God is preached, and every man presseth into it. 17 And it is easier for heaven and earth to pass, than one tittle of the law to fail. 18 Whosoever putteth away his wife, and mar- rieth another, committeth adultery: and whoso- ever marrieth her that is put away from her hus- band committeth adultery. 19 There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day: 20 And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores, 21 And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich man's table: moreover the dogs came and licked his sores. 22 And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried; 23 And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in tor- ments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. 24 And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame. 25 But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented. 26 And beside all this, between us and you there is a great gulf fixed: so that they which would pass from hence to you cannot; neither can they pass to us, that would come from thence. 27 Then he said, I pray thee therefore, father, that thou wouldest send him to my father's house: 28 For I have five brethren; that he may testify unto them, lest they also come into this place of torment. 29 Abraham saith unto him, They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them. 30 And he said, Nay, father Abraham: but if one went unto them from the dead, they will re- pent. 31 And he said unto him, If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead. CHAPTER XVII. (17) 1 Christ teaeheth to avoid occasions of offence. 3 One to forgive another. 6 The power of faith. 7 How we are bound to God, and not he to us. 11 He healeth ten lepers. 22 Of the kingdom of God, and the coming of the Son of man. THEN said he unto the disciples, It is impos- sible but that offences will come: but woe unto him, through whom they come! 2 It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones. 3 Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he re- pent, forgive him. 4 And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him. 5 And the apostles said unto the Lord, In- crease our faith. 6 And the Lord said, If ye had faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye might say unto this syca- mine tree, Be thou plucked up by the root, and be thou planted in the sea; and it should obey you. 7 But which of you, having a servant plowing or feeding cattle, will say unto him by and by, when he is come from the field, Go and sit down to meat? 8 And will not rather say unto him, Make ready wherewith I may sup, and gird thyself, and serve me, till I have eaten and drunken; and afterward thou shalt eat and drink? 9 Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not. 10 So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, We are unprofitable servants : we have done that which was our duty to do. 11 And it came to pass, as he went to Jeru- salem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. 12 And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off: 13 And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us. 14 And when he saw them, he said unto them, 726 Ten lepers healed. ST. LUKE, XVIII. (18) Of the importunate widow. Go shew yourselves unto the priests. And it came to pass, that, as they went, they were cleansed. 15 And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glori- fied God, 16 And fell down on his face at his feet, giv- ing him thanks: and he was a Samaritan. 17 And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine? 18 There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger. 19 And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole. 20 And when he was demanded of the Phari- sees, when the kingdom of God should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: 21 Neither shall they say, Lo here! or, lo there! for, behold, the kingdom of God is within you. 22 And he said unto the disciples, The days will come, when ye shall desire to see one of the days of the Son of man, and ye shall not see it. 23 And they shall say to you, See here; or, see there: go not after them, nor follow them. 24 For as the lightning, that lighteneth out of the one part under heaven, shineth unto the other part under heaven; so shall also the Son of man be in his day. 25 But first must he suffer many things, and be rejected of this generation. 26 And as it was in the days of Noe, so shall it be also in the days of the Son of man. 27 They did eat, they drank, they married wives, they were given in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark, and the flood came, and destroyed them all. 28 Likewise also as it was in the days of Lot; they did eat, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they builded ; 29 But the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained fire and brimstone from heaven, and destroyed them all. 30 Even thus shall it be in the day when the Son of man is revealed. 31 In that day, he which shall be upon the housetop, and his stuff in the house, let him not come down to take it away: and he that is in the field, let him likewise not return back. 32 Remember Lot's wife. 33 Whosoever shall seek to save his life shall lose it; and whosoever shall lose his life shall preserve it. 34 I tell you, in that night there shall be two men in one bed; the one shall be taken, and the other shall be left. 35 Two women shall be grinding together ; the one shall be taken, and the other left. 36 Two men shall be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left. 37 And they answered and said unto him, Where, Lord? And he said unto them, Whereso- ever the body is, thither will the eagles be gath- ered together. CHAPTER XVIII. (18) 3 Of the importunate widow. 9 Of the Pharisee and the publican. 15 Children brought to Christ. 18 A ruler that would follow Christ, but is hindered by his riches. 28 The reward of them that leave all for his sake. 31 He foresheweth his death, 35 and restoreth a blind man to his sight, AND he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint; 2 Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man: 3 And there was a widow in that city ; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine ad- versary. . 4 And he would not for a while: but after- ward he said within himself, Though I fear not God, nor regard man; 5 Yet because this widow trouble th me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me. 6 And the Lord said, Hear what the unjust judge saith. 7 And shall not God avenge his own elect, which cry day and night unto him, though he bear long with them? 8 I tell you that he will avenge them speedily. Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth? 9 And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: 10 Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. 11 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. 12 I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. 13 And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. 14 I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. 15 And they brought unto him also infants, that he would touch them: but when his dis- ciples saw it, they rebuked them. 16 But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Suffer little children to come unto me, and for- bid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God. 17 Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein. 18 And a certain ruler asked him, saying, Good Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? 19 And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? none is good, save one, that is, God. 737 oi2 0"a; p o vi ££*• © p i_3 & h e. 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(19) Of Zacchaeus, a publican. 20 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honour thy father and thy mother. 21 And he said, All these have I kept from my youth up. 22 Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me. 23 And when he heard this, he was very sor- rowful: for he was very rich. 24 And when Jesus saw that he was very sor- rowful, he said, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God! 25 For it is easier for a camel to go through a needle's eye, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God. 26 And they that heard it said, Who then can be saved? 27 And he said, The things which are impos- sible with men are possible with God. 28 Then Peter said, Lo, we have left all, and followed thee. 29 And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or parents, or brethren, or wife, or children, for the kingdom of God's sake, 30 Who shall not receive manifold more in this present time, and in the world to come life everlasting. 31 Then he took unto him the twelve, and said unto them, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem, and all things that are written by the prophets con- cerning the Son of man shall be accomplished. 32 For he shall be delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and spitefully entreated, and spitted on: 33 And they shall scourge him, and put him to death: and the third day he shall rise again. 34 And they understood none of these things: and this saying was hid from them, neither knew they the things which were spoken. 35 And it came to pass, that as he was come nigh unto Jericho, a certain blind man sat by the wayside begging: 36 And hearing the multitude pass by, he asked what it meant. 37 And they told him, that Jesus of Nazareth passeth by. 38 And he cried, saying, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me. 39 And they which went before rebuked him, that he should hold his peace: but he cried so much the more, Thou son of David, have mercy on me. 40 And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him: and when he was come near, he asked him, 41 Saying, What wilt thou that I shall do unto thee? And he said, Lord, that I may receive my sight. 42 And Jesus said unto him, Receive thy srght: thy faith hath saved thee. 43 And immediately he received his sight, and followed him, glorifying God : and all the people, when they saw it, gave praise unto God. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 Of Zacchaeus a publican. 11 The ten pieces of money. 28 Christ rideth into Jerusalem with triumph: 41 weep- eth over it: 45 driveth the buyers and sellers out of the temple: 47 teaching daily in it. The rulers would have destroyed him, but for fear of the people. AND Jesus entered and passed through Jeri- cho. 2 And, behold, there was a man named Zac- chaeus, which was the chief among the publi- cans, and he was rich. 3 And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature. 4 And he ran before, and climbed up into a sycomore tree to see him: for he was to pass that way. 5 And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zac- chaeus, make haste, and come down; for to day I must abide at thy house. 6 And he made haste, and came down, and re- ceived him joyfully. 7 And when they saw it, they all murmured, saying, That he was gone to be guest with a man that is a sinner. 8 And Zacchaeus stood, and said unto the Lord; Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; and if I have taken any thing from any man by false accusation, I restore him four- fold. 9 And Jesus said unto him, This day is salva- tion come to this house, forsomuch as he also is a son of Abraham. 10 For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost. 11 And as they heard these things, he added and spake a parable, because he was nigh to Jerusalem, and because they thought that the kingdom of God should immediately appear. 12 He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. 13 And he called his ten servants, and de- livered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. 14 But his citizens hated him, and sent a mes- sage after him, saying, We will not have this man to reign over us. 15 And it came to pass, that when he was re- turned, having received the kingdom, then he commanded these servants to be called unto him, to whom he had given the money, that he might know how much every man had gained by trading. 16 Then came the first, saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained ten pounds. 17 And he said unto him, Well, thou good ser- vant: because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities. 7 28 Christ rideth into Jerusalem. ST. LUKE, XX. (20) He purgeth th& temple. 18 And the second came, saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained five pounds. 19 And he said likewise to him, Be thou also over five cities. 20 And another came, saying, Lord, behold, here is thy pound, which I have kept laid up in a napkin: 21 For I feared thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up that thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou didst not sow. 22 And he saith unto him, Out of thine own mouth will I judge thee, thou wicked servant. Thou knewest that I was an austere man, taking up that I laid not down, and reaping that I did not sow: 23 Wherefore then gavest not thou my money into the bank, that at my coming I might have required mine own with usury? 24 And he said unto them that stood by, Take from him the pound, and give it to him that hath ten pounds. 25 (And they said unto him, Lord, he hath ten pounds.) 26 For I say unto you, That unto every one which hath shall be given; and from him that hath not, even that he hath shall be taken away from him. 27 But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay them before me. 28 And when he had thus spoken, he went be- fore, ascending up to Jerusalem. 29 And it came to pass, when he was come nigh to Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount called the mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, 30 Saying, Go ye into the village over against you; in the which at your entering ye shall find a colt tied, whereon yet never man sat: loose him, and bring him hither. 31 And if any man ask you, Why do ye loose him? thus shall ye say unto him, Because the Lord hath need of him. 32 And they that were sent went their way, and found even as he had said unto them. 33 And as they were loosing the colt, the own- ers thereof said unto them, Why loose ve the colt? 34 And they said, The Lord hath need of him. 35 And they brought him to Jesus: and they cast their garments upon the colt, and they set Jesus thereon. 36 And as he went, they spread their clothes in the way. 37 And when he was come nigh, even now at the descent of the mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen; 38 Saying, Blessed be the King that cometh in the name of the Lord: peace in heaven, and glory in the highest. 39 And some of the Pharisees from among the multitude said unto him, Master, rebuke thy dis- ciples. 40 And he answered and said unto them, I tell you that, if these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out. 41 And when he was come near, he beheld the city, and wept over it, 42 Saying, If thou hadst known, even thou, at least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace! but now they are hid from thine eyes. 43 For the days shall come upon thee, that thine enemies shall cast a trench about thee, and compass thee round, and keen thee in on every side, 44 And shall lay thee even with the ground, and thy children within thee; and they shall not leave in thee one stone upon another; because thou knewest not the time of thy visitation. 45 And he went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold therein, and them that bought; 46 Saying unto tbem, It is written, My house is the house of prayer: but ye have made it a den of thieves. 47 And he taught daily in the temple. But the chief priests and the scribes and the chief of the people sought to destroy him, 48 And could not find what they might do: for all the people were very attentive to hear him. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 Christ avoucheth his authority by a question of John's baptism. 9 The parable of the vineyard. 19 Of giving tribute to Caesar. 27 He eonvinceth the Sadducees that denied the resurrection. 41 How Christ is the son of David. 45 Ha warneth his disciples to beware of the scribes. AND it came to pass, that on one of those days, as he taught the people in the tem- ple, and preached the gospel, the chief priests and the scribes came upon him with the elders, 2 And spake unto him, saying, Tell us, by what authority doest thou these things? or who is he that gave thee this authority? 3 And he answered and said unto them, I will also ask you one thing; and answer me: 4 The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? 5 And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven; he will say, Why then believed ye him not? 6 But and if we say, Of men; all the people will stone us: for they be persuaded that John was a prophet. 7 And they answered, that they could not tell whence it was. 8 And Jesus said unto them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do these things. 9 Then began he to speak to the people this parable; A certain man planted a vineyard, and let it forth to husbandmen, and went into a far country for a long time. 10 And at the season he sent a servant to the 729 Parable of the vineyard. ST. LUKE, XXI. (21) The Sadducees confuted. husbandmen, that they should give him of the fruit of the vineyard: but the husbandmen beat him, and sent him' away empty. 11 And again he sent another servant: and they beat him also, and entreated him shame- fully, and sent him away empty. 12 And again he sent a third: and they wound- ed him also, and cast him out. 13 Then said the lord of the vineyard, What shall I do? I will send my beloved son: it may be they will reverence him when they see him. 14 But when the husbandmen saw him, they reasoned among themselves, saying, This is the heir: come, let us kill him, that the inheritance may be our's. 15 So they cast him out of the vineyard, and killed him. What therefore shall the lord of the vineyard do unto them? 16 He shall come and destroy these husband- men, and shall give the vineyard to others. And when they heard it, they said, God forbid. 17 And he beheld them, and said, What is this then that is written, The stone which the build- ers rejected, the same is become the head of the corner? 18 Whosoever shall fall upon that stone shah be broken; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder. 19 And the chief priests and the scribes the same hour sought to lay hands on him; and they feared the people: for they perceived that he had spoken this parable against them. 20 And they watched him, and sent forth spies, which should feign themselves just men, that they might take hold of his words, that so they might deliver him unto the power and au- thority of the governor. 21 And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest rightly, neither acceptest thou the person of any, but teachest the way of God truly : 22 Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or no? 23 But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Why tempt ye me? 24 Shew me a penny. Whose image and su- perscription hath it? They answered and said, Caesar's. 25 And he said unto them, Eender therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar's, and unto God the things which be God's. 26 And they could not take hold of his words before the people: and they marvelled at his answer, and held their peace. 27 Then came to him certain of the Sad- ducees, which deny that there is any resurrec- tion: and they asked him, 28 Saying, Master, Moses wrote unto us, If any man's brother die, having a wife, and he die without children, that his brother should take his wife, and raise up seed unto his brother. 29 There were therefore seven brethren: and the first took a wife, and died without children. 30 And the second took her to wife, and hei died childless. 31 And the third took her; and in like manner the seven also: and they left no children, and died. 32 Last of all the woman died also. 33 Therefore in the resurrection whose wife of them is she? for seven had her to wife. 34 And Jesus answering said unto them, The children of this world marry, and are given in marriage: 35 But they which shall be accounted worthy to obtain that world, and the resurrection from the dead, neither marry, nor are given in mar- riage: 36 Neither can they die any more: for they are equal unto the angels; and are the children of God, being the children of the resurrection. 37 Now that the dead are raised, even Moses shewed at the bush, when he calleth the Lord the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. 38 For he is not a God of the dead, but of the living: for all live unto him. 39 Then certain of the scribes answering said, Master, thou hast well said. 40 And after that they durst not ask him any question at all. 41 And he said unto them, How say they that Christ is David's son? 42 And David himself saith in the book of Psalms, The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, 43 Till I make thine enemies thy footstool. 44 David therefore calleth him Lord, how is he then his son? 45 Then in the audience of all the people he said unto his disciples, 46 Beware of the scribes, which desire to walk in long robes, and love greetings in the markets, and the highest seats in the syna- gogues, and the chief rooms at feasts; 47 Which devour widows' houses, and for a shew make long prayers: the same shall receive greater damnation. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 Christ commendeth the poor widow. 5 He foretelleth the destruction of the temple, and of the city Jerusa- lem: 25 the signs also Avhich shall be before the last day. 34 He exhorteth them to be watchful. AND he looked up, and saw the rich men casting their gifts into the ^.reasury. 2 And he saw also a certain poo/ widow cast- ing in thither two mites. 3 And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all : 4 For all these have of their abundance cast in unto the offerings of God: but she of her penury hath cast in all the living that she had. 5 And as some spake of the temple, how it was adorned with goodly stones and gifts, he said, 6 As for these things which ye behold, the J 7SO ~" co P" y 9 »H °^ CO CO o ™ P es * p - >■ 3 >1 rt- (5 -— , O B » a g °*g «.=>■? Sgg 3 B a &" o P.& P CD N ^ •< O P P 2. p-s - — a re — r+ CD oo' 2 •- - > •z P s. 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ST, JOHN, IV/ (4) The woman of Samaria. 7 Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again. 8 The wind bloweth where it listeth, and thou hearest the sound thereof, but canst not tell whence it cometh, and whither it goeth: so is every one that is born of the Spirit. 9 Nicodeinus answered and said unto him, How can these things be? 10 Jesus answered and said unto him, Art thou a master of Israel, and knowest not these things? 11 Verily, verily, I say unto thee, We speak that we do know, and testify that we have seen; and ye receive not our witness. 12 If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you of heavenly things? 13 And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven. 14 And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of man be lifted up: 15 That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not con- demned: but he that believeth not is con- demned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved dark- ness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. 22 After these things came Jesus and his dis- ciples into the land of Judaea; and there he tarried with them, and baptized. 23 And John also was baptizing in Aenon near to Salim, because there was much water there: and they came, and were baptized. 24 For John was not yet cast into prison. 25 Then there arose a question between some of John's disciples and the Jews about puri- fying. 26 And they came unto John, and said unto him, Rabbi, he that was with thee beyond Jor- dan, to whom thou barest witness, behold, the same baptizeth, and all men come to him. 27 John answered and said, A man can re- ceive nothing, except it be given him from heaven. 28 Te yourselves bear me witness, that I said, I am not the Christ, but that I am sent before him. 29 He that hath the bride is the bridegroom: but the friend of the bridegroom, which stand- eth and heareth him, rejoiceth greatly because of the bridegroom's voice: this my joy therefore is fulfilled. 30 He must increase, but I must decrease. 31 He that cometh from above is above all: he that is of the earth is earthly, and speaketh of the earth: he that cometh from heaven is above all. 32 And what he hath seen and heard, that he testifieth; and no man receiveth his testi- mony. 33 Hei that hath received his testimony hath set to his seal that God is true. 34 For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him. 35 The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hand. 36 He that believeth on the Son hath ever- lasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. CHAPTER IV. (4.) 1 Christ talketh with a woman of Samaria, and reveal- eth himself unto her. 27 His disciples marvel. 31 He declareth to them his zeal to God's glory. 39 Many Samaritans believe on him. 43 He departeth into Gali- lee, and healeth the ruler's son that lay sick at Caper- naum. WHEN therefore the Lord knew how the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John, 2 (Though Jesus himself baptized not, but his disciples,) 3 He left Judaea, and departed again into Galilee. 4 And he must needs go through Samaria. 5 Then cometh he to a city of Samaria, which is called Sychar, near to the parcel of ground that Jacob gave to his son Joseph. 6 Now Jacob's well was there. Jesus there- fore, being wearied with his journey, sat thus on the well: and it was about the sixth hour. 7 There cometh a woman of Samaria to draw water: Jesus saith unto her, Give me to drink. 8 (For his disciples were gone away unto the city to buy meat.) 9 Then saith the woman of Samaria unto him, How is it that thou, being a Jew, askest drink of me, which am a woman of Samaria? for the Jews have no dealings with the Samari- tans. 10 Jesus answered and said unto her, If thou knewest the gift of God, and who it is that saith to thee, Give me to drink; thou wouldest have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water. 11 The woman saith unto him, Sir, thou hast nothing to draw with, and the well is deep: from whence then hast thou that living water? 738 ' Christ revealelh himself. ST. JOHN, Y, (5) Many Samaritans believe. 12 Art thou greater than our father Jacob, which gave us the well, and drank thereof him- self, and his children, and his cattle? 13 Jesus answered and said unto her, Whoso- ever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: 14 But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life. 15 The woman saith unto him, Sir, give me this water, that I thirst not, neither come hither to draw. 16 Jesus saith unto her, Go call thy husband, and come hither. 17 The woman answered and said, I have no husband. Jesus said unto her, Thou hast well said, I have no husband: 18 For thou hast had five husbands; and he whom thou now hast is not thy husband : in that saidst thou truly. 19 The woman saith unto him, Sir, I perceive that thou art a prophet. 20 Our fathers worshipped in this mountain; and ye say, that in Jerusalem is the place where men ought to worship. 21 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father. 22 Ye worship ye know not what: we know what we worship: for salvation is of the Jews. 23 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. 24 God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. 25 The woman saith unto him, I know that Messias cometh, which is called Christ: when he is come, he will tell us all things. 26 Jesus saith unto her, I that speak unto thee am he. 27 And upon this came his disciples, and marvelled that he talked with the woman: yet no man said, What seekest thou? or, Why talk- est thou with her? 28 The woman then left her waterpot, and went her way into the city, and saith to the men, 29 Come, see a man, which told me all things that ever I did: is not this the Christ? 30 Then they went out of the city, and came unto him. 31 In the mean while his disciples prayed him, saying, Master, eat. 32 But he said unto them, I have meat to eat that ye know not of. 33 Therefore said the disciples one to another, Hath any man brought him ought to eat? 34 Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work. 35 Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest. 36 And he that reapeth receiveth wages, and gathereth fruit unto life eternal: that both he that soweth an'd he that reapeth may rejoice to- gether. 37 And herein is that saying true, One sow- eth, and another reapeth. 38 I sent you to reap that whereon ye be- stowed no labour: other men laboured, and ye are entered into their labours. 39 And many of the Samaritans of that city believed on him for the saying of the woman, which testified, He told me all that ever I did. 40 So when the Samaritans were come unto him, they besought him that he would tarry with them: and he abode there two days. 41 And many more believed because of his own word; 42 And said unto the woman, Now we believe, not because of thy saying: for we have heard him ourselves, and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Saviour of the world. 43 Now after two days he departed thence, and went into< Galilee. 44 For Jesus himself testified, that a prophet hath no honour in his own country. 45 Then when he was come into Galilee, the Galilaeans received him, having seen all the things that he did at Jerusalem at the feast: for they also went unto the feast. 46 So Jesus came again into Cana of Galilee, where he made the water wine. And there was a certain nobleman, whose son was sick at Capernaum. 47 When he heard that Jesus was come out of Judaea into Galilee, he went unto him, and besought him that he would come down, and heal his son: for he was at the point of death. 48 Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe. 49 The nobleman saith unto him, Sir, come down ere my child die. 50 Jesus saith unto him, Go thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the word that Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his way. 51 And as he was now going down, his serv- ants met him, and told him, saying, Thy son liveth. 52 Then enquired he of them the hour when he began to amend. And they said unto him, Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him. 53 So the father knew that it was at the same hour, in the which Jesus said unto him, Thy son liveth: and himself believed, and his whole house. 54 This is again the second miracle that Jesus did, when he was come out of Judaea into Gali- lee. CHAPTER V. (5.) 1 Jesus on the sabbath day cureth him that was dis- eased eight and thirty years. 10 The Jews therefore 739 An impotent man healed. ST. JOHN, V. (5) Christ reproveth the Jews. cavil, and persecute him for it. 17 He answereth for himself, and reproveth them, shewing by the testi- mony of his Father, 32 of John, 36 of his works, 39 and of the scriptures, who he is. AFTER this there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 2 Xow there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches. 3 In these lay a great multitude of impotent folk, of blind, halt, withered, waiting for the moving of the water. 4 For an angel went down at a certain season into the pool, and troubled the water: whoso- ever then first after the troubling of the water stepped in was made whole of whatsoever dis- ease he had. 5 And a certain man was there, which had an infirmity thirty and eight years. 6 When Jesus saw him lie, and knew that he had been now a long time in that case, he saith unto him, Wilt thou be made whole? 7 The impotent man answered him, Sir, I have no man, when the water is troubled, to put me into the pool: but while I am coming, another steppeth down before me. 8 Jesus saith unto him, Kise, take up thy bed, and walk. 9 And immediately the man was made whole, and took up his bed, and walked: and on the same day was the sabbath. 10 The Jews therefore said unto him that was cured, It is the sabbath day : it is not lawful for thee to carry thy bed. 11 He answered them, He that made me whole, the same said unto me, Take up thy bed, and walk. 12 Then asked they him, Y\~hat man is that which said unto thee, Take up thv bed, and walk? 13 And he that was healed wist not who it was: for Jesus had conveyed himself away, a multitude being in that place. 11 Afterward Jesus findeth him in the temple, and said unto him, Behold, thou art made whole: sin no more, lest a worse thing come unto thee. 15 The man departed, and told the Jews that it was Jesus, which had made him whole. 16 And therefore did the Jews persecute Jesus, and sought to slay him, because he had done these things on the sabbath day. 17 But Jesus answered them, My Father work- eth hitherto, and I work. 18 Therefore the Jews sought the more to kill him, because he not only had broken the sab- bath, but said also that God was his Father, making himself equal with God. 19 Then answered Jesus and said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, The Son can do nothing of himself, but what he seeth the Father do: for what things soever he doeth, these also doeth the Son likewise. 20 For the Father loveth the Son, and shew- eth him all things 1 that himself doeth: and he will shew him greater works than these, that ye may marvel. 21 For as the Father raiseth up the dead, and quickeneth them; even so the Son quickeneth whom he will. 22 For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son: 23 That all men should honour the Son, even as they honour the Father. He that honoureth not the Son honoureth not the Father which hath sent him. 21 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life. 25 Verily, verily, I say unto you, The hour is coming, and now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live. 26 For as the Father hath life in himself; so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself; 27 And hath given him authority to execute judgment also, because he is the Son of man. 28 Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, 29 And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation. 30 I can of mine own self do nothing: as I hear, I judge: and my judgment is just; be- cause I seek not mine own will, but the will of the Father which hath sent me. 31 If I bear witness of myself, my witness is not true. 32 There is another that beareth witness of me; and I know that the witness which he wit- nesseth of me is true. 33 Ye sent unto John, and he bare witness unto the truth. 31 But I receive not testimony from man: but these things I say, that ye might be saved. 35 He was a burning and a shining light: and ve were willing for a season to rejoice in his light. 36 But I have greater witness than that of John: for the works which the Father hath giv- en me to finish, the same works that I do, bear witness of me, that the Father hath sent me. 37 And the Father himself, which hath sent me, hath borne witness of me. Ye have neither heard his voice at any time, nor seen his shape. 38 And ye have not his word abiding in you: for whom he hath sent, him ye believe not. 39 Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me. 40 And ye will not come to me, that ye might have life. 41 I receive not honour from men. 42 But I know you, that ye have not the love of God in you. 740 a M a 9 es fl'O > S-r< 03 S3 £ a -a a 2 hh •p.2 OH" OK- .r-j O ■<-> * a a) ■"£•9 " cj "COO o3 2 ^ ^ o ^ O m G 5rt a' fl s -*-> n oj s-* o3 a; 03 o3 "d _ .a os so 5 a-gs oo £ — • -, +-> 3* 2 £ r» a C3 a I 03 1 . a o 4-1 a a i) ^ oa te^2l-3 ftO ,j y o iH.S tn ;© p o3 .-r+-> ^ «e "^ a j-> .p •a 5 !*i as* ^ +J cfl Of °ga.9 as" p.s >, a ^ .0. cj be bco a .5 o •— ^ 2 -a gbx,a % '•5 5 a -J o-d «f a p> & Sis X P CI .2.2.2 to -W.O rt ® 03 •PPQ.P 31 p a "-< % I © pf IS P P H s Pi p os p p; » ID a l .P+S " OS "- P 03 ~h . . 03 O 0* a3 4> 0J J> +-> CO 01 a "On"* s k4 'p /.x *^ * p p +j n 4) "> 10 P o3 03 >» -*■>£> 03 P P ** « 03 CXI Sftsfl ™P t-i o Christ the light of the world. ST. JOHN, VIII, (8) lie justifieth his doctrine. his doctrine: 33 answereth the Jews that boasted of Abraham, 59 and conveyeth himself from their cruelty. JESUS went unto the mount of Olives. 2 And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them. 3 And the scribes and Pharisees brought unto him a woman taken in adultery; and when they had set her in the midst, 4 They say unto him, Master, this woman was taken in adultery, in the very act. 5 Now Moses in the law commanded us, that such should be stoned: but what sayest thou? 6 This they said, tempting him, that they might have to accuse him. But Jesus stooped down, and with his finger wrote on the ground, as though he heard them not. 7 So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her. 8 And again he stooped down, and wrote on the ground. 9 And they which heard it, being convicted by their own conscience, went out one by one, beginning at the eldest, even unto the last: and Jesus was left alone, and the woman standing in the midst. 10 When Jesus had lifted up himself, and saw none but the woman, he said unto her, Woman, where are those thine accusers? hath no man condemned thee? 11 She said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more. 12 Then spake Jesus again unto them, say- ing, I am the light of the world: he that fol- loweth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life. 13 The Pharisees therefore said unto him. Thou bearest record of thyself; thy record is not true. 14 Jesus answered and said unto them, Though I bear record of myself, yet my record is true: for I know whence I came, and whither I go; but ye cannot tell whence I come, and whither I go. 15 Ye judge after the flesh; I judge no man. 16 And yet if I judge, my judgment is true: for I am not alone, but I and the Father that sent me. 17 It is also written in your law, that the testimony of two men is true. 18 I am one that bear witness of myself, and the Father that sent me beareth witness of me. 19 Then said they unto him, Where is thy Father? Jesus answered, Ye neither know me, nor my Father: if ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also. 20 These words spake Jesus in the treasury, as he taught in the temple: and no man laid hands on him; for his hour was not yet come. 21 Then said Jesus again unto them, I go my way, and ye shall seek me, and shall die in your 33a 744 sins: whither I go, ye cannot come. 22 Then said the Jews, Will he kill himself? because he saith, Whither I go, ye cannot come. 23 And he said unto them, Ye are from be- neath; I am from above: ye are of this world; I am not of this world. 24 I said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins: for if ye believe not that I am he, ye shall die in your sins. 25 Then said they unto him, Who art thou? And Jesus saith unto them, Even the same that I said unto you from the beginning. 26 I have many things to say and to judge of you: but he that sent me is true; and I speak to the world those things which I have heard of him. 27 They understood not that he spake to them of the Father. 28 Then said Jesus unto them, When ye have lifted up the Son of man, then shall ye know that I am he, and that I do nothing of myself; but as my Father hath taught me, I speak these things. 29 And he that sent me is with me : the Father hath not left me alone; for I do always those things that please him. 30 As he spake these words, many believed on him. 31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which be- lieved on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shaM know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. 33 They answered him, We be Abraham's seed, and were never in bondage to any man: how sayest thou, Ye shall be made free? 34 Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin. 35 And the servant abideth not in the house for ever: but the Son abideth ever. 36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. 37 I know that ye are Abraham's seed; but ye seek to kill me, because my word hath no place in you. 38 I speak that which I have seen with my Father: and ye do that which ye have seen with your father. 39 They answered and said unto him, Abra- ham is our father. Jesus saith unto them, If ye were Abraham's children, ye would do the works of Abraham. 40 But now ye seek to kill me, a man that hath told you the truth, which I have heard of God: this did not Abraham. 41 Ye do the deeds of your father. Then said they to him, We be not born of fornication; we have one Father, even God. 42 Jesus said unto them, If God were your Father, ye would love me: for I proceeded forth and came from God; neither came I of myself, but he sent me. 43 Why do ye not understand my speech? •i-t 03 a ° i:s q •^ga Jog P

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And if I say the truth, why do ye not believe me? 47 He that is of God heareth God's words: ye therefore hear them not, because ye are not of God. 48 Then answered the Jews, and said unto him, Say we not well that thou art a Samaritan, and hast a devil? 49 Jesus answered, I have not a devil; but I honour my Father, and ye do dishonour me. 50 And I seek not mine own glory: there is one that seeketh and judgeth. 51 Verily, verily, I say unto you, If a man keep my saying, he shall never see death. 52 Then said the Jews unto him, Now we know that thou hast a devil. Abraham is dead, and the prophets; and thou sayest, If a man keep my saying, he shall never taste of death. 53 Art thou greater than our father Abraham, which is dead? and the prophets are dead: whom makest thou thyself? 54 Jesus answered, If I honour myself, my | honour is nothing: it is my Father that hon- i oureth me; of whom ye say, that he is your God: 55 Yet ye have not known him; but I know him: and if I should say, I know him not, I shall be a liar like unto you: but I know him, and keep his saying. 56 Your father Abraham rejoiced to see my day: and he saw it, and was glad. 57 Then said the Jews unto him, Thou art not yet fifty years old, and hast thou seen Abra- ham? 58 Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was, I am. 59 Then took they up stones to cast at him: but Jesus hid himself, and went out of the tem- ple, going through the midst of them, and so passed by. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 The man that was born blind restored to sight. 8 He is brought to the Pharisees. 13 They are offended at it, and excommunicate him: 35 but he is received of Jesus, and confesseth him. 39 Who they are whom Christ enlighteneth. AND as Jesus passed by, he saw a man which was blind from his birth. 2 And his disciples asked him, saying, Master, who did sin, this man, or his parents, that he wa3 born blind? 3 Jesus answered, Neither hath this man sinned, nor his parents: but that the works of God should be made manifest in him. 4 I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work. 5 As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world. 6 When he had thus spoken, he spat on the ground, and made clay of the spittle, and he an- ointed the eyes of the blind man with the clay, 7 And said unto him, Go, wash in the pool of Siloam, (which is by interpretation, Sent.) He went his way therefore, and washed, and came seeing. 8 The neighbours therefore, and they which before had seen him that he was blind, said, Is not this he that sat and begged? 9 Some said, This is he: others said, He is like him: but he said, I am he. 10 Therefore said they unto him, How were thine eyes opened? 11 He answered and said, A man that is called Jesus made clay, and anointed mine eyes, and said unto me, Go to the pool of Siloam, and wash: and I went and washed, and I received sight. 12 Then said they unto him, Where is he? He said, I know not. 13 They brought to the Pharisees him that aforetime was blind. 14 And it was the sabbath day when Jesus made the clay, and opened his eyes. 15 Then again the Pharisees also asked him how he had received his sight. He said unto them, He put clay upon mine eyes, and I washed, and do see. 16 Therefore said some of the Pharisees, This man is not of God, because he keepeth not the sabbath day. Others said, How can a man that is a sinner do such miracles? And there was a division among them. 17 They say unto the blind man again, What sayest thou of him, that he hath opened thine eyes? He said, He is a prophet. 18 But the Jews did not believe concerning him, that he had been blind, and received his sight, until they called the parents of him that had received his sight. 19 And they asked them, saying, Is this your son, who ye say was born blind? how then doth he now see? 20 His parents answered them and said, We know that this is our son, and that he was born blind: 21 But by what means he now seeth, we know not; or who hath opened his eyes, we know not: he is of age; ask him: he shall speak for him- self. 22 These words spake his parents, because they feared the Jews : for the Jews had agreed al- ready, that if any man did confess that he was Christ, he should be put out of the synagogue. 23 Therefore said his parents, He is of age; ask him. 24 Then again called they the man that was blind, and said unto him, Give God the praise: we know that this man is a sinner. 745 Christ is the door, ST. JOHN,X. (10) and the good shepherd. 25 He answered and said, Whether he be a sinner or no, I know not: one thing I know, that, whereas I was blind, now I see. 26 Then said they to him again, What did he to thee? how opened he thine eyes? 27 He answered them, I have told you already, and ye did not hear: wherefore would ye hear it again? will ye also be his disciples? 28 Then they reviled him, and said, Thou art his disciple; but we are Moses' disciples. 29 We know that God spake unto Moses: as for this fellow, we know not from whence he is. 30 The man answered and said unto them, Why herein is a marvellous thing, that ye know not from whence he is, and yet he hath opened mine eyes. 31 Now we know that God heareth not sin- ners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth. 32 Since the world began was it not heard that any man opened the eyes of one that was born blind. 33 If this man were not of God, he could do nothing. 34 They answered and said unto him, Thou wast altogether born in sins, and dost thou teach us? And they cast him out. 35 Jesus heard that they had cast him out; and when he had found him, he said unto him, Dost thou believe on the Son of God? 36 He answered and said, Who is he, Lord, that I might believe on him? 37 And Jesus said unto him, Thou hast both seen him, and it is he that talketh with thee. 38 And he said, Lord, I believe. And he wor- shipped him. 39 And Jesus said, For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind. 40 And some of the Pharisees which were with him heard these words, and said unto him, Are we blind also? 41 Jesus said unto them, If ye were blind, ye should have no sin: but now ye say, We see; therefore your sin remaineth. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Christ is the door, and the good shepherd. 19 Divers opinions of him. 24 He proveth by his works that he is Christ the Son of God: 39 escapeth the Jews, 40 and went again beyond Jordan, where many believed on him. VERILY, verily, I say unto you, He that en- tereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. 2 But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep 3 To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear his voice: and he calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out. 4 And when he putteth forth his own sheep, he goeth before them, and the sheep follow him: for they know his voice. 5 And a stranger will they not follow, but will flee from him: for they know not the voice of strangers. 6 This parable spake Jesus unto them: but they understood not what things they were which he spake unto them. 7 Then said Jesus unto them again, Verily, verily, I say unto you, I am the door of the sheep. 8 All that ever came before me are thieves and robbers: but the sheep did not hear them. 9 I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. 10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. 11 I am the good shepherd : the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. 12 But he that is an hireling, and not the shep- herd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and fleeth: and the wolf catcheth them, and scattereth the sheep. 13 The hireling fleeth, because he is an hire- ling, and careth not for the sheep. 14 I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine. 15 As the Father knoweth me, even so know I the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep. 16 And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd. 17 Therefore doth my Father love me, because I lay down my life, that I might take it again. 18 No man taketh it from me, but I lay it down of myself. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again. This com- mandment have I received of my Father. 19 There was a division therefore again among the Jews for these sayings. 20 And many of them said, He hath a devil, and is mad; why hear ye him? 21 Others said, These are not the words of him that hath a devil. Can a devil open the eyes of the blind? 22 And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter. 23 And Jesus walked in the temple in Solo- mon's porch 24 Then came the Jews round about him, and said unto him, How long dost thou make us to doubt? If thou be the Christ, tell us plainly. 25 Jesus answered them, I told you, and ye be- lieved not: the works that I do in my Father's name, they bear witness of me. 26 But ye believe not, because ye are not of my sheep, as I said unto you. 27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: 28 And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck 746 Sickness and death ST. JOHN, XI. (11) of Lazarus. them out of my hand. 29 My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father's hand. 30 I and my Father are one. 31 Then the Jews took up stones again to stone him. 32 Jesus answered them, Many good works have I shewed you from my Father; for which of those works do ye stone me? 33 The Jews answered him, saying, For a good work we stone thee not; but for blasphemy; and because that thou, being a man, makest thyself God. 34 Jesus answered them, Is it not written in your law, I said, Ye are gods? 35 If he called them gods, unto whom the word of God came, and the scripture cannot be broken; 36 Say ye of him, whom the Father hath sanc- tified, and sent into the world, Thou blasphem- est; because I said, I am the Son of God? 37 If I do not the works of my Father, believe me not. 38 But if I do, though ye believe not me, be- lieve the works : that ye may know, and believe, that the Father is in me, and I in him. 39 Therefore they sought again to take him: but he escaped out of their hand, 40 And went away again beyond Jordan into the place where John at first baptized; and there he abode. 41 And many resorted unto him, and said, John did no miracle: but all things that John spake of this man were true. 42 And many believed on him there. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 Christ raiseth Lazarus, four days buried. 45 Many Jews believe. 47 The high priests and Pharisees gather a council against Christ. 49 Caiaphas prophe- sieth. 54 Jesus hid himself. 55 At the passover they enquire after him, and lay wait for him. ~|Vr OW a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, JL-^I of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sis- ter Martha. 2 (It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick.) 3 Therefore his sisters sent unto him, saying, Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick. 4 When Jesus heard that, he said, This sick- ness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby. 5 Now Jesus loved Martha, and her sister, and Lazarus. 6 When he had heard therefore that he was sick, he abode two days still in the same place where he was. 7 Then after that saith he to his disciples, Let us go into Judaea again. 8 His disciples say unto him, Master, the Jews of late sought to stone thee; and goest thou thither again? 9 Jesus answered, Are there not twelve hours in the day? If any man walk in the day, he stumbleth not, because he seeth the light of this world. 10 But if a man walk in the night, he stum- bleth, because there is no light in him. 11 These things said he: and after that he saith unto them, Our friend Lazarus sleepeth; but I go, that I may awake him out of sleep. 12 Then said his disciples, Lord, if he sleep, he shall do well. 13 Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep. 14 Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is dead. 15 And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe; neverthe- less let us go unto him. 16 Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, unto his fellowdisciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him. 17 Then when Jesus came, he found that he had lain in the grave four days already. 18 Now Bethany was nigh unto Jerusalem, about fifteen furlongs off: 19 And many of the Jews came to Martha and Mary, to comfort them concerning their brother. 20 Then Martha, as soon as she heard that Jesus was coming, went and met him: but Mary sat still in the house. 21 Then said Martha unto Jesus, Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died. 22 But I know, that even now, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee. 23 Jesus saith unto her, Thy brother shall rise again. 24 Martha saith unto him, I know that he shall rise again in the resurrection at the last day. 25 Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: 26 And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this? 27 She saith unto him, Yea, Lord: I believe that thou art the Christ, the Son of God, which should come into the world. 28 And when she had so said, she went her way, and called Mary her sister secretly, saying, The Master is come, and calleth for thee. 29 As soon as she heard that, she arose quick- ly, and came unto him. 30 Now Jesus was not yet come into the town, but was in that place where Martha met him. 31 The Jews then which were with her in the house, and comforted her, when they saw Mary, that she rose up hastily and went out, followed her, saying, She goeth unto the grave to weep there.. 32 Then when Mary was come where Jesus was, and saw him, she fell down at his feet, say- ing unto him, Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died. 33 When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, •zcz O tj co 4J 5 d to rt z-4 ■s a H)Og f* a> a> •t: to +-> -h ■BOfl a -, 5 8, s id o o •M 4> fn3-a a> g-o •d 4> « ^ 3 .9p.q ., o 3 3 03 ti P CS 3 CO *1 ^ 2 d CD bO d o i— % o CO n o •s £ g » d co -a ■« co « d a p - c S cjH C3 J OS o>*d O ojfl a^j 4> ~ « ' TO CO CO 3 fl 3 « a « £ CO ci CO CO P a -a d ; o P ■1) Li h p -r rl ^ ^ S - o rt cu CV2 M « a, 3 o «3' M 2 !> o P d ci P d^ +-> n k- ai a) 3 co sm-g §3.3 § He is raised to life again. ST. JOHN, XII. (12) Mary anointeth Jesus' feet. and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled, 34 And said, Where have ye laid him? They said unto him, Lord, come and see. 35 Jesus wept. 36 Then said the Jews, Behold how he loved him! 37 And some of them said, Could not this man, which opened the eyes of the blind, have caused that even this man should not hare died? 38 Jesus therefore again groaning in himcelf cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. 39 Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath been dead four days. 40 Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God? 41 Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me. 42 And I knew that thou hearest me always: but because of the people which stand by I said it, that they may believe that thou hast sent me. 43 And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth. 44 And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes : and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go. 45 Then many of the Jews which came to Mary, and had seen the things which Jesus did, believed on him. 46 But some of them went their ways to the Pharisees, and told them what things Jesus had done. 47 Then gathered the chief priests and the Pharisees a council, and said, What do we? for this man doeth many miracles. 48 If we let him thus alone, all men will be- lieve on him: and the Romans shall come and take away both our place and nation. 49 And one of them, named Caiaphas, being the high priest that same year, said unto them, Ye know nothing at all, 50 Nor consider that it is expedient for us, that one man should die for the people, and that the whole nation perish not. 51 And this spake he not of himself: but be- ing high priest that year, he prophesied that Jesus should die for that nation; 52 And not for that nation only, but that also he should gather together in one the children of God that were scattered abroad. 53 Then from that day forth they took counsel together for to put him to death. 54 Jesus therefore walked no more openly among the Jews; but went thence unto a coun- try near to the wilderness, into a city called Ephraim, and there continued with his disciples. 55 And the Jews' passover was nigh at hand: and many went out of the country up to Jeru- salem before the passover, to purify themselves. 56 Then sought they for Jesus, and spake among themselves, as they stood in the temple, What think ye, that he will not come to the feast? 57 Now both the chief priests and the Phari- sees had given a commandment, that, if any man knew where he were, he should shew it, that they might take him. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 Jesus excuseth Mary anointing his feet. 9 The people flock to see Lazarus. 10 The high priests consult to kill him. 12 Christ rideth into Jerusalem. 20 Greeks desire to see Jesus. 23 He foretelleth his death. 37 The Jews are generally blinded: 42 yet many chief rul- ers believe, but do not confess him: 44 therefore Jesus calleth earnestly for confession of faith. THEN Jesus six days before the passover came to Bethany, where Lazarus was which had been dead, whom he raised from the dead. 2 There they made him a supper ; and Martha served: but Lazarus was one of them that sat at the table with him. 3 Then took Mary a pound of ointment of spikenard, very costly, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair: and the house was filled with the odour of the ointment. 4 Then saith one of his disciples, Judas Is- cariot, Simon's son, which should betray him, 5 Why was not this ointment sold for three hundred pence, and given to the poor? 6 This he said, not that he cared for the poor; but because he was a thief, and had the bag, and bare what was put therein. 7 Then said Jesus, Let her alone: against the day of my burying hath she kept this. 8 For the poor always ye have with you; but me ye have not always. 9 Much people of the Jews therefore knew that he was there: and they came not for Jesus' sake only, but that they might see Lazarus also, whom he had raised from the dead. 10 But the chief priests consulted that they might put Lazarus also to death; 11 Because that by reason of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus. 12 On the next day much people that were come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, 13 Took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna: Blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord. 14 And Jesus, when he had found a young ass, sat thereon; as it is written, 15 Fear not, daughter of Sion: behold, thy King cometh, sitting on an ass's colt. 16 These things understood not his disciples at the first: but when Jesus was glorified, then remembered they that these things were written of him, and that they had done these things unto him. 743 Christ foretelleth his death. ST. JOHN, XIII. (13) He washeth his disciple*' feet. 17 The people therefore that was with him when he called Lazarus out of his grave, and raised him from the dead, bare record. 18 For this cause the people also met him, for that they heard that he had done this miracle. 19 The Pharisees therefore said among them- selves, Perceive ye how ye prevail nothing? be- hold, the world is gone after him. 20 And there were certain Greeks among them that came up to worship at the feast: 21 The same came therefore to Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and desired him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus. 22 Philip cometh and telleth Andrew: and again Andrew and Philip tell Jesus. 23 And Jesus answered them, saying, The hour is come, that the Son of man should be glorified. 24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit. 25 He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal. 26 If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be : if any man serve me, him will my Father honour. 27 Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this hour. 28 Father, glorify thy name. Then came there a voice from heaven, saying, I have both glorified it, and will glorify it again. 29 The people therefore, that stood by, and heard it, said that it thundered: others said, An angel spake to him. 30 Jesus answered and said, This voice came not because of me, but for your sakes. 31 Now is the judgment of this world: now shall the prince of this world be cast out. 32 And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me. 33 This he said, signifying what death he should die. 34 The people answered him, We have heard out of the law that Christ abideth for ever: and how sayest thou, The Son of man must be lifted up? who is this Son of man? 35 Then Jesus said unto them, Yet a little while is the light with you. Walk while ye have the light, lest darkness come 'jpon you: for he that walketh in darkness knoweth not whither he goeth. 36 While ye have light, believe in the light, that ye may be the children of light. These things spake Jesus, and departed, and did hide himself from them. 37 But though he had done so many miracles before them, yet they believed not on him: 38 That the saying of Esaias the prophet might be fulfilled, which he spake, Lord, who hath believed our report? and to whom hath the arm of the Lord been revealed? 39 Therefore they could not believe, because that Esaias said again, 40 He hath blinded their eyes, and hardened their heart; that they should not see with their eyes, nor understand with their heart, and be converted, and I should heal them. 41 These things said Esaias, when he saw his glory, and spake of him. 42 Nevertheless among the chief rulers also many believed on him; but because of the Phar- isees they did not confess him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue: 43 For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God. 44 Jesus cried and said, He that believeth on me, believeth not on me, but on him that sent me. 45 And he that seeth me seeth him that sent me. 46 I am come a light into the world, that who- soever believeth on me should not abide in dark- ness. 47 And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not: for I came not to judge the world, but to save the world. 48 He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day. 49 For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave me a command- ment, what I should say, and what I should speak. 50 And I know that his commandment is life everlasting: whatsoever I speak therefore, even as the Father said unto me, so I speak. CHAPTER XIII. (13) 1 Jesus washeth the disciples' feet: exhorteth them to humility and charity. 18 He foretelleth, and discover- ed to John by a token, that Judas should betray him: 31 commandeth them to love one another, 36 and fore- warnetk Peter of his denial. "1VT OW before the feast of the passover, when -L- * Jesus knew that his hour was come that he should depart out of this world unto the Father, having loved his own which were in the world, he loved them unto the end. 2 And supper being ended, the devil having now put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon's son, to betray him; 3 Jesus knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he was come from God, and went to God; 4 He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded him- self. 5 After that he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. 6 Then cometh he to Simon Peter: and Peter saith unto him, Lord, dost thou wash my feet? 7 Jesus answered and said unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter. 749 Christ exhorteth to humility. ST. JOHN, XIV. (14) He comforteth his disciples. 8 Peter saith unto him, Thou shalt never wash my feet. Jesus answered him, If I wash thee not, thou hast no part with me. 9 Simon Peter saith unto him, Lord, not my feet only, but also my hands and my head. 10 Jesus saith to him, He that is washed need- eth not save to wash his feet, but is clean every whit: and ye are clean, but not all. 11 For he knew who should betray him; there- fore said he, Ye are not all clean. 12 So after he had washed their feet, and had taken his garments, and was set down again, he said unto them, Know ye what I have done to you? 13 Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am. 14 If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another's feet. 15 For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you. 16 Verily, verily, I say unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord; neither he that is sent greater than he that sent him. 17 If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them. 18 I speak not of you all: I know whom I have chosen: but that the scripture may be ful- filled, He that eateth bread with me hath lifted up his heel against me. 19 Now I tell you before it come, that, when it is come to pass, ye may believe that I am he. 20 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that receiveth whomsoever I send receiveth me; and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me. 21 When Jesus had thus said, he was trou- bled in spirit, and testified, and said, Verily, verily, I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me. 22 Then the disciples looked one on another, doubting of whom he spake. 23 Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved. 24 Simon Peter therefore beckoned to him, that he should ask who it should be of whom he spake. 25 He then lying on Jesus' breast saith unto him, Lord, who is it? 26 Jesus answered, He it is, to whom I shall give a sop, when I have dipped it. And when he had dipped the sop, he gave it to Judas Iscariot, the son of Simon. 27 And after the sop Satan entered into him. Then said Jesus unto him, That thou doest, do quickly. 28 Now no man at the table knew for what intent he spake this unto him. 29 For some of them thought, because Judas had the bag, that Jesus had said unto him, Buy those things that we have need of against the feast; or, that he should give something to the poor. 30 He then having received the sop went im- mediately out: and it was night. 31 Therefore, when he was gone out, Jesus said, Now is the Son of man glorified, and God is glorified in him. 32 If God be glorified in him, God shall also glorify him in himself, and shall straightway glorify him. 33 Little children, yet a little while I am with you. Ye shall seek me: and as I said unto the Jews, Whither I go, ye cannot come; so now I say to you. 34 A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. 35 By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another. 36 Simon Peter said unto him, Lord, whither goest thou? Jesus answered him, Whither I go, thou canst not follow me now; but thou shalt follow me afterwards. 37 Peter said unto him, Lord, why cannot I follow thee now? I will lay down my life for thy sake. 38 Jesus answered him, Wilt thou lay down thy life for my sake? Verily, verily, I say unto thee, The cock shall not crow, till thou hast de- nied me thrice. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 Christ comforteth his disciples with the hope of heaven: 6 professeth himself the way, the truth, and the life, and one with the Father: 13 assureth their prayers in his name to be effectual: 15 requesteth love and obedience, 16 promiseth the Holy Ghost the Com- forter, 27 and leaveth his peace with them. "T~ ET not your heart be troubled: ye believe ^ -L^ in God, believe also in me. 2 In my. Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. 4 And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know. 5 Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can we know the way? 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. 7 If ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also: and from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him. 8 Philip saith unto him, Lord, shew us the Father, and it sufficeth us. 9 Jesus saith unto him, Have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known me, Philip? he that hath seen me hath seen the Father; and how sayest thou then, Shew us the Father? 10 Believest thou not that I am in the Father, and the Father in me? the words that I speak unto you T speak not of myself: but the Father 750 He requesteth love and obedience. ST. JOHN, XV. (15) Parable of the vine. that dwelleth in me, he doeth the works. 11 Believe me that I am in the Father, and the Father -in me: or else believe me for the very works' sake. 12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. 13 And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it. 15 If ye love me, keep my commandments. 16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; 17 Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you. 18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. 19 Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also. 20 At that day ye shall know that I am in my Father, and ye in me, and I in you. 21 He that hath my commandments, and keep- eth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him. 22 Judas saith unto him, not Iscariot, Lord, how is it that thou wilt manifest thyself unto us, and not unto the world? 23 Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him. 24 He that loveth me not keepeth not my sayings: and the word which ye hear is not mine, but the Father's which sent me. 25 These things have I spoken unto you, being yet present with you. 26 But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. 27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. 28 Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and come again unto you. If ye loved me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I. 29 And now I have told you before it come to pass, that, when it is come to pass, ye might believe. 30 Hereafter I will not talk much with you: for the prince of this world cometh, and hath nothing in me. 31 But that the world may know that I love the Father; and as the Father gave me com- mandment, even so I do. Arise, let us go hence. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 The consolation "and mutual love between Christ and his members, under the parable of the vine. 18 A comfort in the hatred and persecution of the world. 26 The office of the Holy Ghost, and of the apostles. I AM the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman. 2 Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. 3 Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. 4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. 5 I am the vine, ye are the branches : He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do noth- ing. 6 If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth as a branch, and is withered; and men gather them, and cast them into the fire, and they are burned. 7 If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. 8 Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples. 9 As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. 10 If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Fa- ther's commandments, and abide in his love. 11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. 12 This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. 13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. 14 Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you. 15 Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you. 16 Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you. 17 These things I command you, that ye love one another. 18 If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth vou. 751

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The servant's name was Mal- chus. 11 Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the sheath : the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it? 12 Then the band and the captain and officers of the Jews took Jesus, and bound him, 13 And led him away to Annas first; for he was father in law to Caiaphas, which was the high priest that same year. 14 Now Caiaphas was he, which gave counsel to the Jews, that it was expedient that one man should die for the people. 15 And Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple: that disciple was known unto the high priest, and went in with Jesus into the palace of the high priest. 16 But Peter stood at the door without. Then , went out that other disciple, which was known unto the high priest, and spake unto her that kept the door, and brought in Peter. 17 Then saith the damsel that kept the door unto Peter, Art not thou also one of this man's disciples? He saith, I am not. 18 And the servants and officers stood there, who had made a fire of coals; for it was cold: and they warmed themselves: and Peter stood with them, and warmed himself. 19 The high priest then asked Jesus of his disciples, and of his doctrine. 20 Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing. 21 Why askest thou me? ask them which heard me, what I have said unto them: behold, they know what I said. 22 And when he had thus spoken, one of the officers which stood by struck Jesus with the palm of his hand, saying, Answerest thou the high priest so? 23 Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil, bear witness of the evil: but if well, why smitest thou me? 24 Now Annas had sent him bound unto Caia- phas the high priest. 25 And Simon Peter stood and warmed him- self. They said therefore unto him, Art not thou also one of his disciples? He denied it, and said, I am not. 26 One of the servants of the high priest, be- ing his kinsman whose ear Peter cut off, saith, Did not I see thee in the garden with him? 27 Peter then denied again: and immediately the cock crew. 28 Then led they Jesus from Caiaphas unto the hall of judgment: and it was early; and they themselves went not into the judgment hall, lest they should be defiled; but that they might eat the passover. 29 Pilate then went out unto them, and said, What accusation bring ye against this man? ,30 They answered and said unto him, If he were not a malefactor, we would not have de- livered him up- unto thee. 31 Then said Pilate unto them, Take ye him, and judge him according to your law. The Jews therefore said unto him, It is not lawful for us to put any man to death: 32 That the saying of Jesus might be fulfilled, which he spake, signifying what death he should die. 33 Then Pilate entered into the judgment hall again, and called Jesus, and said unto him, Art thou the King of the Jews? 34 Jesus answered him, Sayest thou this thing of thyself, or did others tell it thee of me? 35 Pilate answered, Am I a Jew? Thine own nation and the chief priests have delivered thee unto me: what hast thou done? 36 Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence. 37 Pilate therefore said unto him, Art thou a king then? Jesus answered, Thou sayest that I am a king. To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth heareth my voice. 38 Pilate saith unto him, What is truth? And when he had said this, he went out again unto the Jews, and saith unto them, I find in him no fault at all. 39 But ye have a custom, that I should re- lease unto you one at the passover: will ye therefore that I release unto you the King of the Jews? 40 Then cried they all again, saying, Not this man, but Barabbas. Now Barabbas was a rob- ber. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 1 Christ is scourged, crowned with thorns, and beaten. 4 Pilate is desirous to release him, but being overcome with the outrage of the Jews, he delivered him to be crucified. 23 They cast lots for his garments. 26 He commendeth his mother to John. 28 He dieth. 31 His side is pierced. 38 He is buried by Joseph and Nico- demus. THEN Pilate therefore took Jesus, and scourged him. 2 And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe, 3 And said, Hail, King of the Jews! and they smote him with their hands. 4 Pilate therefore went forth again, and saith unto them, Behold, I bring him forth to you, that ye may know that I find no fault in him.. 5 Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man! 754 fi Christ's crucifixion, ST. JOHN, XIX. (19) death and burial. 6 When the chief priests therefore and of- ficers saw him, they cried out, saying, Crucify him, crucify him. Pilate saith unto them, Take ye him, and crucify him: for I find no fault in him. 7 The Jews answered him, We have a law, and by our law he ought to die, because he made himself the Son of God. 8 When Pilate therefore heard that saying, he was the more afraid; 9 And went again into the judgment hall, and saith unto Jesus, Whence art thou? But Jesus gave him no answer. 10 Then saith Pilate unto him, Speakest thou not unto me? knowest thou not that I have power to crucify thee, and have power to release thee? 11 Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no power at all against me, except it were given thee from above: therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater sin. 12 And from thenceforth Pilate sought to re- lease him: but the Jews cried out, saying, If thou let this man go, thou art not Caesar's friend: whosoever maketh himself a king speak- eth against Caesar. 13 When Pilate therefore heard that saying, he brought Jesus forth, and sat down in the judgment seat in a place that is called the Pave- ment, but in the Hebrew, Gabbatha. 14 And it was the preparation of the pass- over, and about the sixth hour: and he saith unto the Jews, Behold your King! 15 But they cried out, Away with him, away with him, crucify him. Pilate saith unto them, Shall I crucify your King? The chief priests answered, We have no king but Caesar. 16 Then delivered he him therefore unto them to be crucified. And they took Jesus, and led him away. 17 And he bearing his cross went forth into a place called the place of a skull, which is called in the Hebrew Golgotha: 18 Where they crucified him, and two other with him, on either side one, and Jesus in the midst. 19 And Pilate wrote a title, and put it on the cross. And the writing was, JESUS OF NAZA- RETH THE KING OF THE JEWS. 20 This title then read many of the Jews: for the place where Jesus was crucified was nigh to the city: and it was written in Hebrew, and Greek, and Latin. 21 Then said the chief priests of the Jews to Pilate, Write not, The King of the Jews ; but that he said, I am King of the Jews. 22 Pilate answered, What I have written I have written. 23 Then the soldiers, when they had cruci- fied Jesus, took his garments, and made four parts, to every soldier a part; and also his coat: now the coat was without seam, woven from the top throughout. 24 They said therefore among themselves, Let us not rend it, but cast lots for it, whose it shall be: that the scripture might be fulfilled, which saith, They parted my raiment among them, and for my vesture they did cast lots. These things therefore the soldiers did. 25 Now there stood by the cross of Jesus his mother, and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene. 26 When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son! 27 Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother! And from that hour that disciple took her unto his own home. 28 After this, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, saith, I thirst. 29 Now there was set a vessel full of vinegar: and they filled a spunge with vinegar, and put it upon hyssop, and put it to his mouth. 30 When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost. 31 The Jews therefore, because it was the preparation, that the bodies should not remain upon the cross on the sabbath day, (for that sab- bath day was an high day,) besought Pilate that their legs might be broken, and that they might be taken away. 32 Then came the soldiers, and brake the legs of the first, and of the other which was crucified with him. 33 But when they came to Jesus, and saw that he was dead already, they brake not his legs: 34 But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and forthwith came there out blood and water. 35 And he that saw it bare record, and his record is true: and he knoweth that he saith true, that ye might believe. 36 For these things were done, that the scrip- ture should be fulfilled, A bone of him shall not be broken. 37 And again another scripture saith, They shall look on him whom they pierced. 38 And after this Joseph of Arimathaea, be- ing a disciple of Jesus, but secretly for fear of the Jews, besought Pilate that he might take away the body of Jesus: and Pilate gave him leave. He came therefore, and took the body of Jesus. 39 And there came also Nicodemus, which at the first came to Jesus by night, and brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about an hundred pound weight. 40 Then took they the body of Jesus, and wound it in linen clothes with the spices, as the manner of the Jews is to bury. 41 Now in the place where he was crucified there was a garden; and in the garden a new sepulchre, wherein was never man yet laid. 42 There laid they Jesus therefore because of the Jews' preparation day; for the sepulchre was nigh at hand. 765 *» 8fl Ho!d *^ O p 1* p o u .3 '5 1—" -a a 03 02 03 — * OS > j. w w cz a — > O psc *" be a 9 0) t» .Q 03 F-l 03 a) .. +■> O CO "S^s^s be g a p o 3 "no s m .p n o p 03 '1 c3 O P ^ P P P+3 m 9 ° ^. 03 .p ±j So G..U.H co : V 03 ^•P «+" a3 5> 03 £J -p 0>,P 03 t»- 03 03 e_, r\ _a to to £ tr* ^ a) o «rj p a) © P r- * °£ ^ # a p.p K 03 03 +J H.9 o t— 1 ~ w 03 4 - > -d ^) 03 fe ^ P ^ o <-> beg P fl p-° M G 4> J g p p cd t-c CI) p o .2 CO O I s 7, «> 1 s0 p.S2 ;» ° ^ rJ cp "^ r i CO p 'fl o +j CO •r-t P 4) a o o CO is w ^ 03 O ti -P H «p t ; P ■ o '•S 1 2 Jesus appeareth to Mary ST. JOHN, XX. (20) and to his disciples. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 Mary cometh to the sepulchre: 3 so do Peter and John, ignorant of the resurrection. 11 Jesus appeareth to Mary Magdalene, 19 and to his disciples. 24 The in- credulity, and confession of Thomas. 30 The scrip- ture is sufficient to salvation. THE first day of the week cometh Mary Mag- dalene early, when it was yet dark, unto the sepulchre, and seeth the stone taken away from the sepulchre. 2 Then she runneth, and cometh to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple, whom Jesus loved, and saith unto them, They have taken away the Lord out of the sepulchre, and we know not where they have laid him. 3 Peter therefore went forth, and that other disciple, and came to the sepulchre. 4 So they ran both together: and the other disciple did outrun Peter, and came first to the sepulchre. 5 And he stooping down, and looking in, saw the linen clothes lying; yet went he not in. 6 Then cometh Simon Peter following him, and went into the sepulchre, and seeth the linen clothes lie, 7 And the napkin, that was about his head, not lying with the linen clothes, but wrapped together in a place by itself. 8 Then went in also that other disciple, which came first to the sepulchre, and he saw, and believed. 9 For as yet they knew not the scripture, that he must rise again from the dead. 10 Then the disciples went away again unto their own home. 11 But Mary stood without at the sepulchre weeping: and as she wept, she stooped down, and looked into the sepulchre, 12 And seeth two angels in white sitting, the one at the head, and the other at the feet, where the body of Jesus had lain. 13 And they say unto her, "Woman, why weep- est thou? She saith unto them, Because they have taken away my Lord, and I know not where they have laid him. 14 And when she had thus said, she turned herself back, and saw Jesus standing, and knew not that it was Jesus. 15 Jesus saith unto her, Y»'oman, why weep- est thou? whom seekest thou? She, supposing him to be the gardener, saith unto him, Sir, if thou have borne him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away. 16 Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Eabboni; which is t© say, Master. 17 Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, aDd say unto them, I ascend unto my Father, and your Father; and to my God, and your God. 18 Mary Magdalene came and told the disci- ples that she had seen the Lord, and that he had spoken these things unto her. 19 Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you. 20 And when he had so said, he shewed unto them his hands and his side. Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord. 21 Then said Jesus to them again, Peace be unto you: as my Father hath sent me, even so send I you. 22 And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and saith unto them, Beceive ye the Holy Ghost: 23 Whose soever sins ye remit, they are re- mitted unto them; and whose soever sins ye re- tain, they are retained. 24 But Thomas, one of the twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came. 25 The other disciples therefore said unto him, We have seen the Lord. But he said unto them. Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into his side, I will not believe. 26 And after eight days again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them: then came Jesus, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said, Peace be unto you. 27 Then saith he to Thomas, Reach hither thy finger, and behold my hands; and reach hither thy hand, and thrust it into my side: and be not faithless, but believing. 2S And Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord and my God. 29 Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have be- lieved. 30 And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not writ- ten in this book: 31 But these are written, that ye might be- lieve that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name. CHAPTER XXI. (21) 1 Christ appearing again to his disciples was known of them by the great draught of fishes. 12 He dineth with them: 15 earnestly commandeth Peter to feed his lambs and sheep: IS foretelleth him of his death: 22 rebuketh his curiosity touching John. 25 The conclu- cion. AFTER these things Jesus shewed himself again to the disciples at the sea of Tiberias; and on this wise shewed he himself. 2 There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two other of his disciples. 3 Simon Peter saith unto them, 1" go a fishing. They say unto him, We also go with thee. They went forth, and entered into a ship immediately; and that night they caught nothing. 756 THE FISHERMAN. (John 21,6.) "And he said unto them, Cast the net on the right side of the ship, and ye shall find. They cast therefore, and now they were not able to draw it for the multitude of fishes." In the days of our Saviour fishermen were found among the best class of citizens. They have the faces today of earnest, honest, faithful men, and from this class of people Christ called a number of his disciples to follow Him and become fishers of men. Immediately they left their nets and followed Him, and spent their lives preaching His Gospel. Great draught of fishes. THE ACTS, I. (1) Christ's charge to Peter. 4 But when the morning was now come, Jesus stood on the shore: but the disciples knew not that it was Jesus. 5 Then Jesus saith unto them, Children, have ye any meat? They answered him, No. 6 And he said unto them, Cast the net on the right side of the ship, and ye shall find. They cast therefore, and now they were not able to draw it for the multitude of fishes. 7 Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord. Now when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he girt his fisher's coat unto him, (for he was naked,) and did cast himself into the sea. 8 And the other disciples came in a little ship; (for they were not far from land, but as it were two hundred cubits,) dragging the net with fishes. 9 As soon then as they were come to land, they saw a fire of coals there, and fish laid thereon, and bread. 10 Jesus saith unto them, Bring of the fish which ye have now caught. 11 Simon Peter went up, and drew the net to land full of great fishes, an hundred and fifty and three : and for all there were so many, yet was not the net broken. 12 Jesus saith unto them, Come and dine. And none of the disciples durst ask him, Who art thou? knowing that it was the Lord. 13 Jesus then cometh, and taketh bread, and giveth them, and fish likewise. 14 This is now the third time that Jesus shewed himself to his disciples, after that he was risen from the dead. 15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed mv lambs. 10 He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep. 17 He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep. 18 Verily, verily, I say unto thee, When thou wast young, thou girdedst thyself, and walkedst whither thou wouldest: but when thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and an- other shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldest not. 19 This spake he, signifying by what death he should glorify God. And when he had spoken this, he saith unto him, Follow me. 20 Then Peter, turning about, seeth the dis- ciple whom Jesus loved following; which also leaned on his breast at supper, and said, Lord, which is he that betrayeth thee? 21 Peter seeing him saith to Jesus, Lord, and what shall this man do? 22 Jesus saith unto him, If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? follow thou me. 23 Then went this saying abroad among the brethren, that that disciple should not die: yet Jesus said not unto him, He shall not die; but, If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? 24 This is the disciple which testifieth of these things, and wrote these things: and we know that his testimony is true. 25 And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written. Amen. THE Acts Of The Apostles. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Christ, preparing his apostles to the beholding of his ascension, gathereth them together into the mount Olivet, commandeth them to expect in Jerusalem the sending down of the Holy Ghost, promiseth after few- days to send it: by virtue whereof they should be wit- nesses unto him, even to the utmost parts of the earth. 9 After his ascension they are warned by two angels to depart, and to set their minds upon his second com- ing. 12 They accordingly return, and, giving them- selves to prayer, choose Matthias apostle in the place of Judas. THE former treatise have I made, O Theophi- lus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, 2 Until the day in which he was taken up, after that he through the Holy Ghost had given commandments unto the apostles whom he had chosen: 3 To whom also he shewed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God: 4 And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me. 5 For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence. 6 When they therefore were come together, 757 Ascension of Christ THE ACTS, II. (2) Descent of the Holy Ghost, they asked of him, saying, Lord, wilt tiiou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? 7 And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power. 8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. 9 And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud re- ceived him out of their sight. 10 And while they looked stedfastly toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel; 11 Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. 12 Then returned they unto Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is from Jeru- salem a sabbath day's journey, 13 And when they were come in, they went up into an upper room, where abode both Peter, and James, and John, and Andrew, Philip, and Thomas, Bartholomew, and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon Zelotes, and Judas the brother of James. 14 These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren. 15 And in those days Peter stood up in the midst of the disciples, and said, (the number of names together were about an hundred and twenty,) 16 Men and brethren, this scripture must ueeds have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus. 17 For he was numbered with us, and had ob- tained part of this ministry. 18 Now this man purchased a field with the re- ward of iniquity; and falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out. 19 And it was known unto all the dwellers at Jerusalem; insomuch as that field is called in their proper tongue, Aceldama, that is to say, The field of blood. 20 For it is written in the book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate, and let no man dwell therein: and his bishoprick let another take. 21 Wherefore of these men which have com- panied with us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us, 22 Beginning from the baptism of John, unto that same day that he was taken up from us, must one be ordained to be a witness with us of his resurrection. 23 And they appointed two, Joseph called Bar ■■ sabas, who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias. 24 And they prayed, and said, Thou, Lord, which knowest the hearts of all men, shew whether of these two thou hast chosen, 25 That he may take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place. 26 And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 The apostles, filled with the Holy Ghost, and speaking divers languages, are admired by some, and derided by others. 14 Y^hom Peter disproving, and shewing that the apostles spake by the power of the Holy Ghost, that Jesus was risen from the dead, ascended into heaven, had poured down the same Holy Ghost, and was the Messias, a man known to them to be approved of God by his miracles, wonders, and signs, and not crucified without his determinate coun- sel and foreknowledge: 37 he baptizeth a great number that were converted. 41 Who afterwards devoutly r.nd charitably converse together: the apostles working many miracles, and God daily increasing his church. AND when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. 5 And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven. 6 Now when this was noised abroad, the mul- titude came together, and were confounded, be- cause that every man heard them speak in his own language. 7 And they were all amazed and marvelled, saying one to another, Behold, are not all these which speak Galilaeans? 8 And how hear we every man in our own tongue, wherein we were born? 9 Parthians, and Medes, and Elamites, and the dwellers in Mesopotamia, and in Judaea, and Cappadocia, in Pontus, and Asia, 10 Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes, 11 Cretes and Arabians, we do hear them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God. 12 And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying one to another, What meaneth this? 13 Others mocking said, These men are full of new wine. 14 But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lift- ed up his voice, and said unto them, Ye men of Judaea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this known unto you, and hearken to my words: 15 For these are not drunken, as ye suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day. 16 But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel; 758 £ d* • o w •^ 3" S§ B Z So _ p ^S o t> p iH. 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(5) Sin of Ananias and Sapphira. them is manifest to all them that dwell in Jeru- salem; and we cannot deny it. 17 But that it spread no further among the people, let us straitly threaten them, that they speak henceforth to no man in this name. 18 And they called them, and commanded them not to speak at all nor teach in the name of Jesus. 19 But Peter and John answered and said unto them, Whether it be right in the sight of God to hearken unto you more than unto God, judge ye. 20 For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard. 21 So when they had further threatened them, they let them go, finding nothing how they might punish them, because of the people: for all men glorified God for that which was done. 22 For the man was above forty years old, on whom this miracle of healing was shewed. 23 And being let go, they went to their own company, and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said unto them. 24 And when they heard that, they lifted up their voice to God with one accord, and said, Lord, thou art God, which hast made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all that in them is: 25 Who by the mouth of thy servant David hast said, Why did the heathen rage, and the people imagine vain things? 26 The kings of the earth stood up, and the rulers were gathered together against the Lord, and against his Christ. 27 For of a truth against thy holy child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles, and the people of Israel, were gathered together, 28 For to do whatsoever thy hand and thy counsel determined before to be done. 29 And now, Lord, behold their threatenings: and grant unto thy servants, that with all bold- ness they may speak thy word, 30 By stretching forth thine hand to heal; and that signs and wonders may be done by the name of thy holy child Jesus. 31 And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness. 32 And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. 33 And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all. 34 Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, 35 And laid them down at the apostles' feet: and distribution was made unto every man ac- cording as he had need. 36 And Joses, who by the apostles was sur- named Barnabas, (which is, being interpreted, The son of consolation,) a Levite, and of the country of Cyprus, 37 Having land, sold it, and brought the money, and laid it at the apostles' feet. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 After that Ananias and Sapphira his wife for their hypocrisy at Peter's rebuke had fallen down dead, 12 and that the. rest of the apostles had wrought many miracles, 14 to the increase of the faith: 17 the apostles are again imprisoned, 19 but delivered by an angel bid- ding them to preach openly to all: 21 when, after their teaching accordingly in the temple, 29 and before the council, 33 they are in danger to be killed, through the advice of Gamaliel, a great counsellor among the Jews, they be kept alive, 40 and are but beaten: for which they glorify God, and cease no day from preaching. BUT a certain man named Ananias, with Sap- phira his wife, sold a possession, 2 And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles' feet. 3 But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of the price of the land? 4 Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou hast not lied unto men, but unto God. 5 And Ananias hearing these words fell down, and gave up the ghost: and great fear came on all them that heard these things. 6 And the young men arose, wound him up, and carried him out, and buried him. 7 And it was about the space of three hours after, when his wife, not knowing what was» done, came in. 8 And Peter answered unto her, Tell me whether ye sold the land for so much? 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Apostles again imprisoned. THE ACTS, VI. (6) Seven deacons chosen. 16 There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem, bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed every one. 17 Then the high priest rose up, and all they that were with him, (which is the sect of the Sad- ducees,) and were filled with indignation, 18 And laid their hands on the apostles, and put them in the common prison. 19 But the angel of the Lord by night opened the prison doors, and brought them forth, and said, 20 Go, stand and speak in the temple to the people all the words of this life. 21 And when they heard that, they entered into the temple early in the morning, and taught. But the high priest came, and they that were with him, and called the council together, and all the senate of the children of Israel, and sent to the prison to have them brought. 22 But when the officers came, and found them not in the prison, they returned, and told, 23 Saying, The prison truly found we shut with all safety, and the keepers standing with- out before the doors: but when we had opened, we found no man within. 24 Now when the high priest and the captain of the temple and the chief priests heard these things, they doubted of them whereunto this would grow. 25 Then came one and told them, saying, Be- hold, the men whom ye put in prison are stand- ing in the temple, and teaching the people. 26 Then went the captain with the officers, and brought them without violence: for they feared the people, lest they should have been stoned. 27 And when they had brought them, they set them before the council: and the high priest asked them, 28 Saying, Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name? and, be- hold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your doc- trine, and intend to bring this man's blood upon us. 29 Then Peter and the other apostles an- swered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men. 30 The God of our fathers raised up Jesus, whom ye slew and hanged on a tree. 31 Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour, for to give repent- ance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins. 32 And we are his witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him. 33 When they heard that, they were cut to the heart, and took counsel to slay them. ?! Then stood there up one in the council, a Pharisee, named Gamaliel, a doctor of the law, had in reputation among all the people, and com- manded to put the apostles forth a little space; 35 And said unto them, Ye men of Israel, take heed to yourselves what ye intend to do as touching these men. 36 For before these days rose up Theudas, boasting himself to be somebody; to whom a number of men, about four hundred, joined themselves: who was slain; and all, as many as obeyed him, were scattered, and brought to nought. 37 After this man rose up Judas of Galilee in the days of the taxing, and drew away much peo- ple after him: he also perished; and all, even as many as obeyed him, were dispersed. 38 And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this coun- sel or this work be of men, it will come to nought: 39 But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God. 40 And to him they agreed: and when they had called the apostles, and beaten them, they commanded that they should not speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go. 41 And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted, worthy to suffer shame for bis name. • 42 And daily in the temple, and in every house, they ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The apostles, desirous to have the poor regarded for their bodily sustenance, as also careful themselves to dispense the word of God, the food of the soul, 3 ap- point the office of deaconship to seven chosen men. 5 Of whom Stephen, a man full of faith, and of the Holy Ghost, is one. 12 Who is taken of those, whom he confounded in disputing, 13 and after falsely accused of blasphemy against the law and the temple. AND in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the He- brews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration. 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. 3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business. 4 But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word. 5 And the saying pleased the the whole multi- tude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, and Philip, and Pro- chorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch: 6 Whom they set before the apostles: and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them. 7 And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly ; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith. 762 "■So > o a 73 05 i2 § a 3 rt 3 1 1-1 +j rh +■> .a q u g to a a " gg.S.3 a a) a> fc-S rt £ "S rt a a - gUrSS "S rt« ^*&& Ofl ° ^ o'S >? o +- ~ (v ocSs £§.35 <=" Q ri S =1 bo a « Sj.a3 §• o rt ou ij Stephen's apology. 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(7) Stephen's apology. 8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people. 9 Then there arose certain of the synagogue, which is called the synagogue of the Libertines, and Cyrenians, and Alexandrians, and of them of Cilicia and of Asia, disputing with Stephen. 10 And they were not able to resist the wis- dom and the spirit by which he spake. 11 Then they suborned men, which said, We have heard him speak blasphemous words against Moses, and against God. 12 And they stirred up the people, and the elders, and the scribes, and came upon him, and caught him, and brought him to the council, 13 And set up false witnesses, which said, This man ceaseth not to speak blasphemous words against this holy place, and the law: 14 For we have heard him say, that this Jesus of Nazareth shall destroy this place, and shall change the customs which Moses delivered us. 15 And all that sat in the council, looking stedfastly on him, saw his face as it had been the face of an angel. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Stephen, permitted to answer to the accusation, of blasphemy, 2 sheweth that Abraham worshipped God rightly, and how God chose the fathers 20 before Moses was born, and before the tabernacle and temple were built: 37 that Moses himself witnessed of Christ: 44 and that all outward ceremonies were ordained accord- ing to the heavenly pattern, to last but for a time: 51 reprehending their rebellion, and murdering of Christ, the Just One, whom the prophets foretold should come into the world. 54 Whereupon they stone him to death, who commendeth his soul to Jesus, and humbly prayeth for them. THEN said the high priest, Are these things so? 2 And he said, Men, brethren, and fathers, hearken; The God of glory appeared unto our father Abraham, when he was in Mesopotamia, before he dwelt in Charran, 3 And said unto him, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and come into the land which I shall shew thee. 4 Then came he out of the land of the Chal- daeans, and dwelt in Charran: and from thence, when his father was dead, he removed him into this land, wherein ye now dwell. 5 And he gave him none inheritance in it, no, not so much as to set his foot on: yet he prom- ised that he would give it to him for a posses- sion, and to his seed after him, when as yet he had no child. 6 And God spake on this wise, That his seed should sojourn in a strange land; and that they should bring them into bondage, and entreat them evil four hundred years. 7 And the nation to whom they shall be in bondage will I judge, said God: and after that shall they come forth, and serve me in this place. 8 And he gave him the covenant of circum- cision : and so Abraham begat Isaac, and circum- cised him the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat the twelve patriarchs. 9 And the patriarchs, moved with envy, sold Joseph into Egypt: but God was with him. 10 And delivered him out of all his afflictions, and gave him favour and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt; and he made him gov- ernor over Egypt and all his house. 11 Now there came a dearth over all the land of Egypt and Chanaan, and great affliction: and our fathers found no sustenance. 12 But when Jacob heard that there was corn in Egypt, he sent out our fathers first. 13 And at the second time Joseph was made known to his brethren; and Joseph's kindred was made known unto Pharaoh. 14 Then sent Joseph, and called his father Jacob to him, and all his kindred, threescore and fifteen souls. 15 So Jacob went down into Egypt, and died, he,, and our fathers, 16 And were carried over into Sychem, and laid in the sepulchre that Abraham bought for a sum of money of the sons of Emmor the father of Sychem. 17 But when the time of the promise drew nigh, which God had sworn to Abraham, the peo- ple grew and multiplied in Egypt, 18 Till another king arose, which knew not Joseph. 19 The same dealt subtilly with our kindred, and evil entreated our fathers, so that they cast out their young children, to the end they might not live. 20 In which time Moces was born, and was ex- ceeding fair, and nourished up in his father's house three months: • 21 And when he was cast out, Pharaoh's daughter took him up, and nourished him for her own son. 22 And Moses was learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in words and in deeds. 23 And when he was full forty years old, it came into his heart to visit his brethren the chil- dren of Israel. 24 And seeing one of them suffer wrong, he defended him, and avenged him that was op- pressed, and smote the Egyptian: 25 For he supposed his brethren would have understood how that God by his hand would de- liver them: but they understood not. 26 And the next day he shewed himself unto them as they strove, and would have set them at one again, saying, Sirs, ye are brethren; why do ye wrong one to another? 27 But he that did his neighbour wrong thrust him away, saying, Who made thee a ruler and a judge over us? 28 Wilt thou kill me, as thou diddest the Egyptian yesterday? 29 Then fled Moses at this saying, and was a stranger in the land of Madian, where he begat two sons. 30 And when forty years were expired, there appeared to him in the wilderness of mount Sina I 763 Stephen's apology. THE ACTS, VIIL (8) Stephen's apology an angel of the Lord in a flame of fire in a bush. 31 When Moses saw it, he wondered at the sight: and as he drew near to behold it, the voice of the Lord came unto him, 32 Saying, I am the God of thy fathers, the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. Then Moses trembled, and durst not behold. 33 Then said the Lord to him, Put off thy shoes from thy feet: for the place where thou standest is holy ground. 34 I have seen, I have seen the affliction of my people which is in Egypt, and I have heard their groaning, and am come down to deliver them. And now come, I will send thee into Egypt. 35 This Moses whom they refused, saying, Who made thee a ruler and a judge? the same did God send to be a ruler and a deliverer by the hand of the angel which appeared to him in the bush. 36 He brought them out, after that he had shewed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, and in the Red sea, and in the wilderness forty years. 37 This is that Moses, which said unto the chil- dren of Israel, A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brethren, like unto me; him shall ye hear. 38 This is he, that was in the church in the wilderness with the angel which spake to him in the mount Sina, and with our fathers: who re- ceived the lively oracles to give unto us: 39 To whom our fathers would not obey, but thrust him from them, and in their hearts turned back again into Egypt, 40 Saying unto Aaron, Make us gods to go be- fore us: for as for this Moses, which brought us out of the land of Egypt, we wot not what is be- come of him. 41 And they made a calf in those days, and offered sacrifice unto the idol, and rejoiced in the works of their own hands. 42 Then God turned, and gave them up to wor- ship the host of heaven; as it is written in the book of the prophets, O ye house of Israel, have ye offered to me slain beasts and sacrifices by the space of forty years in the wilderness? 43 Yea, ye took up the tabernacle of Moloch, and the star of your god Remphan, figures which ye made to worship them: and I will carry you away beyond Babylon. 44 Our fathers had the tabernacle of witness in the wilderness, as he had appointed, speaking unto Moses, that he should make it according to the fashion that he had seen. 45 Which also our fathers that came after brought in with Jesus into the possession of the Gentiles, whom God drave out before the face of our fathers, unto the days of David; 46 Who found favour before God, and desired to find a tabernacle for the God of Jacob. 47 But Solomon built him an house. 48 Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet, 49 Heaven is my throne, and earth is my foot- stool; what house will ye build me? saith the Lord: or what is the place of my rest? 50 Hath not my hand made all these things? 51 Ye stiffnecked and uncircumcised in heart and ears, ye do always resist the Holy Ghost: as your fathers did, so do ye. 52 Which of the prophets have not your fathers persecuted? and they have slain them which shewed before of the coming of the Just One; of whom ye have been now the betrayers and murderers: 53 Who have received the law by the disposi- tion of angels, and have not kept it. 54 When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. 55 But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God, 56 And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God. 57 Then they cried out with a loud voice, and stopped their ears, and ran upon him with one accord, 58 And cast him out of the city, and stoned him: and the witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man's feet, whose name was Saul. 59 And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit. 60 And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep. CHAPTER VIIL (8) 1 By occasion of the persecution in Jerusalem, the church being planted in Samaria, 5 by Philip the dea- con, who preached, did miracles, and baptized many, among the rest Simon the sorcerer, a great seducer of the people: 14 Peter and John come to confirm and en- large the church: where, by prayer and imposition of hands giving the Holy Ohost, 18 when Simon would have bought the like power of them, 20 Peter sharply reproving his hypocrisy, and coveteousness, and exhort- ing him to repentance, together with John preaching the word of the Lord, return to Jerusalem. 26 But the angel sendeth Philip to teach, and baptize the Ethio- pian eunuch. ND Saul was consenting unto his death. And at that time there was a great perse- cution against the church which was at Jerusa- lem; and they were all scattered abroad through- out the regions of Judaea and Samaria, except the apostles. 2 And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him. 3 As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison. 4 Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word. 5 Then Philip went down to the city of Sam- aria, and preached Christ unto them. 6 And the people with one accord gave heed A 34a 764 Simon the sorcerer baptized. THE ACTS, IX. (9) Ethiopian eunuch baptized. unto those things which Philip spake, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did. 7 For unclean spirits, crying with loud voice, came out of many that were possessed with them: and many taken with palsies, and that were lame, were healed. 8 ADd there was great joy in that city. 9 But there was a certain man, called Simon, which beforetime in the same city used sorcery, and bewitched the people of Samaria, giving out that himself was some great one: 10 To whom they all gave heed, from the least to the greatest, saying, This man is the great power of God. 11 And to him they had regard, because that of long time he had bewitched them with sor- ceries. 12 But when they believed Philip preaching the things concerning the kingdom of God, and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women. 13 Then Simon himself believed also: and when he was baptized, he continued with Philip, and wondered, beholding the miracles and signs which were done. 14 Now when the apostles which were at Jeru- salem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent unto them Peter and John: 15 Who, when they were come down, prayed for them, that they might receive the Holv Ghost: 16 (For as yet he was fallen upon none of them: only they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus.) 17 Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost. 18 And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, 19 Saying, Give me also this power, that on whomsoever I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost. 20 But Peter said unto him, Thy money perish with thee, because thou hast thought that the gift of God may be purchased with money. 21 Thou hast neither part nor lot in this mat- ter: for thy heart is not right in the sight of God. 22 Repent therefore of this thy wickedness, and pray God, if perhaps the thought of thine heart may be forgiven thee. 23 For I perceive that thou art in the gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity. 24 Then answered Simon, and said, Pray ye to the Lord for me, that none of these things which ye have spoken come upon me. 25 And they, when they had testified and preached the word of the Lord, returned to Jeru- salem, and preached the gospel in many villages of the Samaritans. 26 And the angel of the Lord spake unto Philip, saying, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza, which is desert. 27 And he arose and went: and, behold, a man of Ethiopia, an eunuch of great authority under Candace queen of the Ethiopians, who had the charge of all her treasure, and had come to Jeru- salem for to worship, 28 Was returning, and sitting in his chariot read Esaias the prophet. 29 Then the Spirit said unto Philip, Go near, and join thyself to this chariot. 30 And Philip ran thither to him, and heard him read the prophet Esaias, and said, Under- standest thou what thou readest? 31 And he said, How can I, except some man should guide me? And he desired Philip that he would come up and sit with him. 32 The place of the scripture which he read was this, He was led as a sheep to the slaughter; and like a lamb dumb before his shearer, so opened he not his mouth: 33 In his humiliation his judgment was taken away: and who shall declare his generation? for his life is taken from the earth. 34 And the eunuch answered Philip, and said, I pray thee, of whom speaketh the prophet this? of himself, or of some other man? 35 Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus. 36 And as they went on their way, they came unto a certain water: and the eunuch said, See, here is water; what doth hinder me to be bap- tized? 37 And Philip said, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. 38 And he commanded the chariot to stand still: and they went down both into the water, both Philip and the eunuch; and he baptized him. 39 And when they were come up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord caught away Philip, that the eunuch saw him no more: and he went on his way rejoicing. 40 But Philip was found at Azotus: and pass- ing through he preached in all the cities, till he came to Caesarea. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 Saul, going towards Damascus, 4 is stricken down to the earth, 10 is called to the apostleship, 18 and is bap- tized by Ananias. 20 He preacheth Christ boldly. 2'& The Jews lay wait to kill him: 29 so do the Grecians, but he escapeth both. 31 The Church having rest, Peter healeth Aeneas of the palsy, 36 and restoreth Tabitha to life. AND Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, 2 And desired of him letters to Damascus to the synagogues, that if he found any of this way, whether they were men or women, he might bring them bound unto Jerusalem. 3 And as he journeyed, he came near Damas- cus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven: 765 .' n * Conversion of Saul. THE ACTS, IX. (9) Tabitha restored to life. 4 And he fell to the earth, and heard a voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? 5 And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. 6 And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do. 7 And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing a voice, but seeing no man. 8 And Saul arose from the earth; and when his eyes were opened, he saw no man: but they led him by the hand, and brought him into Damascus. 9 And he was three days without sight, and neither did eat nor drink. 10 And there was a certain disciple at Damas- cus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord. 11 And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and en- quire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus : for, behold, he prayeth, 12 And hath seen in a vision a man named Ananias coming in; and putting his hand on him, that he might receive his sight. 13 Then Ananias' answered, Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints at Jerusalem: 14 And here he hath authority from the chief priests to bind all that call on" thy name. 15 But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel: 16 For I will shew him how great things he must suffer for my name's sake. 17 And Ananias went his way, and entered into the house; and putting his hands on him said, Brother Saul, the Lord, even Jesus, that appeared unto thee in the way as thou earnest, hath sent me, that thou mightest receive thy sight, and be filled with the Holy Ghost. 18 And immediately there fell from his eyes as it had been scales: and he received sight forth- with, and arose, and was baptized. 19 And when he had received meat, he was strengthened. Then was Saul certain days with the disciples which were at Damascus. 20 And straightway he preached Christ in the synagogues, that he is the Son of God. 21 But all that heard him were amazed, and said; Is not this he that destroyed them which called on this name in Jerusalem, and came hither for that intent, that he might bring them bound unto the chief priests? 22 But Saul increased the more in strength, and confounded the Jews which dwelt at Damas- cus, proving that this is very Christ. 23 And after that many days were fulfilled, the Jews took counsel to kill him: 24 But -their laying await was known of Saul. And they watched the gates day and night to kill him. 25 Then the disciples took him by night, and let him down by the wall in a basket. 26 And when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he assayed to join himself to the disciples: but they were all afraid of him, and believed not that he was a disciple. 27 But Barnabas took him, and brought him to the apostles, and declared unto them how he had seen the Lord in the way, and that he had spoken to him, and how he had preached boldly at Damascus in the name of Jesus. 28 And he was with them coming in and going out at Jerusalem. 29 And he spake boldly in the name of the Lord Jesus, and disputed against the Grecians: but they went about to slay him. 30 Which when the brethren knew, they brought him down to Caesarea, and sent him forth to Tarsus. 31 Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edi- fied; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied. 32 And it came to pass, as Peter passed throughout all quarters, he came down also to the saints which dwelt at Lydda. 33 And there he found a certain man named Aeneas, which had kept his bed eight years, and was sick of the palsy. 34 And Peter said unto him', Aeneas, Jesus Christ maketh thee whole: arise, and make thy bed. And he arose immediately. 35 And all that dwelt at Lydda and Saron saw him, and turned to the Lord. 36 Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did. 37 And it came to pass in those days, that she was sick, and died: whom when they had washed, they laid her in an upper chamber. 38 And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Jop- pa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them. 39 Then Peter arose and went with them. When he was come, they brought him into the upper chamber: and all the widows stood by him weeping, and shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made, while she was with them. 40 But. Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning him to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up. 41 And he gave her his hand, and lifted her up, and when he had called the saints and wid- ows, presented her alive. 42 And it was known throughout all Joppa; and many believed in the Lord. 43 And it came to pass, that he tarried many 766 2 S a S.2 in £ I- 8 5 a .2 ►, "•^ s ■ o C5 Sa- cs c 03 •i-H Q io a .a p P. 2 £ Si £3 c2 afd 4) 3 *■< "i- 1 o? i a a> u u O at a> 50 oi t» -a a 3 o ©.a 05 3 4) o 8 g P^-B a C3 CO s! •° a u „ -I S >a d ^ m O ^ 52 iS ^ i3 to IB O-^ 4, W 5«§a^ <2 „, B g ^ ^ — £ * .3 9 Hit Cornelius sendeth for Peter, THE ACTS, X, (10) who preacheth Christ. days in Joppa with one Simon a tanner. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Cornelius, a devout man, 5 being commanded by an angel, sendeth for Peter: 11 who by a vision 15, 20 is taught not to despise the Gentiles. 34 As he preacheth Christ to Cornelius and his company, 44 the Holy Ghost falleth on them, 48 and they are baptized. THERE was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of the band called the Italian band, 2 A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the peo- ple, and prayed to God alway. 3 He saw in a vision evidently about the ninth hour of the day an angel of God coming in to him, and saying unto him, Cornelius. 4 And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God. 5 And now send men to Joppa, and call for one Simon, whose surname is Peter: 6 He lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side: he shall tell thee what thou oughtest to do. 7 And when the angel which spake unto Cor- nelius was departed, he called two of his house- hold servants, and a devout soldier of them that waited on him continually; 8 And when he had declared all these things unto them, he sent them to Joppa. 9 On the morrow, as they went on their jour- ney, and drew nigh unto the city, Peter went up upon the housetop to pray about the sixth hour: 10 And he became very hungry, and would have eaten: but while they made ready, he fell into a trance, 11 And saw heaven opened, and a certain ves- sel descending unto him, as it had been a great sheet knit at the four corners, and let down to the earth: 12 Wherein were all manner of fourfoorted beasts of the earth, and wild beasts, and creep- ing things, and fowls of the air. 13 And there came a voice to him, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat. 14 But Peter said, Not so, Lord; for I have never eaten any thing that is common or un- clean. 15 And the voice spake unto him again the second time, What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common. 16 This was done thrice: and the vessel was received up again into heaven. 17 Now while Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean, be- hold, the men which were sent from Cornelius had made inquiry for Simon's house, and stood before the gate, 18 And called, and asked whether Simon, which was surnamed Peter, were lodged there. . 19 While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee. 20 Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them. 21 Then Peter went down to the men which were sent unto him from Cornelius; and said, Behold, I am he whom ye seek: what is the cause wherefore ye are come? 22 And they said, Cornelius the centurion, a just man, and one that feareth God, and of good report among all the nation of the Jews, was warned from God by an holy angel to send for thee into his house, and to hear words of thee. 23 Then called he them in, and lodged them. And on the morrow Peter went away with them, and certain brethren from Joppa accompanied him. 24 And the morrow after they entered into Caesarea. And Cornelius waited for them, and had called together his kinsmen and near friends. 25 And as Peter was coming in, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet, and worshipped him. 26 But Peter took him up, saying, Stand up; I myself also am a man. 27 And as he talked with him, he went in, and found many that were come together. 28 And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean. 29 Therefore came I unto you without gain- saying, as soon as I was sent for: I ask therefore for what intent ye have sent for me? 30 And Cornelius said, Four days ago I was fasting until this hour; and at the ninth hour I prayed in my house, and, behold, a man stood be- fore me in bright clothing, 31 And said, Cornelius, thy prayer is heard, and thine alms are had in remembrance in the sight of God. 32 Send therefore to Joppa, and call hither Simon, whose surname is Peter; he is lodged in the house of one Simon a tanner by the sea side: who, when he cometh, shall speak unto thee. 33 Immediately therefore I sent to thee; and thou hast well done that thou art come. Now therefore are we all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God. 34 Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: 35 But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him. 36 The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:) 37 That word, I say, ye know, which was pub- lished throughout all Judaea, and began from Galilee, after the baptism which John preached ; 38 How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about 767 Peter maheth his defence. THE ACTS, XI, (11) Gospel is spread. doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him. 39 And we are witnesses of all things which he did both in the land of the Jews, and in Jeru- salem; whom they slew and hanged on a tree: 40 Him God raised up the third day, and shewed him openly; 41 Not to all the people, but unto witnesses chosen before of God, even to us, who did eat and drink with him after he rose from the dead. 42 And he commanded us to preach unto the people, and to testify that it is he which was or- dained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead. 43 To him give all the prophets witness, that through his name whosoever believeth in him shall receive remission of sins. 44 While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Ghost fell on all them' which heard the word. 45 And they of the circumcision which be- lieved were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost. 46 For they heard them speak with tongues, and magnify God. Then answered Peter, 47 Can any man forbid water, that these should not be baptized, which have received the Holy Ghost as well as we? 48 And he commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord. Then prayed they him to tarry certain days. CHAPTER XI. (11) 1 Peter, being accused for going in to the Gentiles, 5 maketh his defence, 18 which is accepted. 19 The gos- pel being spread into Phenice, and Cyprus, and Anti- oich, Barnabas is sent to confirm them. 2G The disci- ples there are first called Christians. 27 They send re- lief to the brethren In Judaea in time of famine. AND the apostles and brethren that were in Judaea heard that the Gentiles had also received the word of God. 2 And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended^ with him, 3 Saying, Thou Wentest in to men uncircum- cised, and didst eat with them. 4 But Peter rehearsed the matter from the be- ginning, and expounded it by ordes unto them, saying, 5 I was in the city of Joppa praying: and in a trance I saw a vision, A certain vessel de- scend, as it had been a great sheet, let down from heaven by four corners; and it came even to me: 6 Upon the which when I had fastened mine eyes, I considered, and saw fourfooted beasts of the earth, and wild beasts, and creeping things, and fowls of the air. 7 And I hjeard a Voice saying un-to me, Arise, Peter; slay and eat. 8 But I said, Not so, Lord: for nothing com- mon or unclean hath at anytime entered into my mouth. 9 But the voice answered me again from heaven, What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common. 10 And this was done three times: and all were drawn up again into heaven. 11 And, behoM, immediately there were three men already come unto the house where I was, sent from Caesarea unto me. 12 And the spirit bade me go with them, nothing doubting. Moreover these six brethren accompanied me, and we entered into the man's house: 13 And he shewed us how he had seen an angel in his house, which stood and said unto him, Send men to Joppa, and call for Simon, whose surname is Peter; 14 Who shall tell thee words, whereby thou and all thy house shall be saved. 15 And as I began to speak, the Holy Ghost fell on them, as on us at the beginning. 16 Then remembered I the word of the Lord, how that he said, John indeed baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost. 17 Forasmuch then as God gave them the like gift as he did unto us, who believed on the Lord Jesus Christ; what was I, that I could withstand God? 18 When they heard these things, they held their peace, and glorified God, saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life. 19 Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen travelled as far as Phenice, and Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to none but unto the Jews only. 20 And some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene, which, when they were come to Antioch, spake unto the Grecians, preaching the Lord Oesus. 21 And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord. 22 Then tidings of these things came unto the ear;; of the chureh which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch. 23 Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. 24 For he wag a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people Was added unto the Lord. 25 Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul: 26 And when he had found Kim, he brought him iin-to Antioch. And if came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in An- tfochT 27 And in tfiese days cam'6 prophets from Jerusalem unto Antioch. 768 7T Herod imprisoneth Peter THE ACTS, XII. (12) Herod's miserable death. 28 And there stood up one of them named Agabus, and signified by the spirit that there should be great dearth throughout all the world: which came to pass in the days of Claudius Caesar. 29 Then the disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief unto the brethren which dwelt in Judaea: 30 Which also they did, and sent it to the elders by the hands of Barnabas and Saul. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 King Herod persecuteth the Christians, killeth James, and imprisoneth Peter: whom r_n angel delivereth upon the prayers of the church. 20 In his pride taking to himself the honour due to God, he is stricken hy an angel, and dieth miserably. 24 After his death, the word of God prospereth. "1VTOW about that time Herod the king -i- ^ stretched forth his hands to vex certain of the church. 2 And he killed James the brother of John with the sword. 3 And because he saw it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to take Peter also. (Then were the days of unleavened bread.) 4 And when he had apprehended him, he put him in prison, and delivered him to four quater- nions of soldiers to keep him; intending after Easter to bring him forth to the people. «5 Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him. 6 And when Herod would have brought him forth, the same night Peter was sleeping be- tween two soldiers, bound with two chains: and the keepers before the door kept the prison. 7 And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon him, and a light shined in the prison: and he smote Peter on the side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from his hands. 8 And the angel said unto him, Gird thyself, and bind on thy sandal's. And so he did. And he saith unto him, Cast thy garment about thee, and follow me. 9 And he went out, and fallowed him; and wist not that it was true which was done by the angel; but thought he saw a vision. 10 When they were past the first and the sec- ond ward, they came unto the iron gate that leadeth unto the city; which opened to them of ' his own accord : and they went out, and passed on through one street; and forthwith the angel departed from him. 11 And When Peter was come to himself," he : said, Now I know of a surety, that '' the Lord hath sent his angel, and hath delivered me out of the hand of Herod, and from all the expecta- tion of the people of the Jews. 12 And when he had considered the thing, he came to the house of Mary the mother of John, whose surname was Mark; where many were gathered together praying. 13 And as Peter knocked at the door of the gate, a damsel came to hearken, named Rhoda. 14 And when she knew Peter's voice, she opened not the gate for gladness, but ran in, and told how Peter stood before the gate. 15 And they said unto her, Thou art mad. But she constantly affirmed that it was even co. Then said they, It is his angel. 16 But Peter continued knocking: and when they had opened the door, and saw him, they were astonished. 17 But he, beckoning unto them with the hand to hold their peace, declared unto them how the Lord had brought him out of the pris- on. And he said, Go shew these things unto James, and to the brethren. And he departed, and went into another place. 18 Now as soon as it was day, there was no small stir among the soldiers, what was become of Peter. 19 And when Herod had sought for him, and found him net, he examined the keepers, and commanded that they should be put to death. And he went down from Judaea to Caesarea, and there abode. 20 And Herod was highly displeased with them of Tyre and Sidon: but they came with one accord to him, and, having made Blastus the king's chamberlain their friend, desired peace; because their country was nourished by the king's country. 21 And upon a set day Herod, arrayed in royal apparel, sat upon his throne, and made an ora- tion unto them. 22 And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. 23 And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he^ gave not God the glory: and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the ghost. 24 But the word of God grew and multiplied. 25 And Barnabas and Saul returned from Je- rusalem, when they had fulfilled their ministry, and took with them John, whose surname was Mark. CHAPTER XIII. (13) 1 Paul and Barnabas are chosen to go to the Gentiles. 7 Of Sergius Paulus, and Elymas the sorcerer. 14 Paul preacheth at Antioch, that Uesus is Christ 42 The Gentiles believe: 45 but the Jews gainsay and blas- pheme: 46 whereupon they turn to the GentHes. 48 As many as were ordained to life believed. "IVTOW there were in the church that was at* iAI Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul. 2 As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. 3 And when they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away. 4 So they, being sent forth by the Holy Ghost, 769 §5 2 P .P P ^ W .P r/i P 03 P ,Q Ctf s A a o w +j Tj a to S3 o (4 o o» th in +-> ed •r-l -d Ml .P bg P p cs P cS p Oh £ tp p o a P O 2* 05 ? a) 0) H +J P* la 5 1-1 "5 .- P •fl> .a ,3 a ai W o tuo-P p! i^p" 5 ^Soofl ^ p p !T 0) R? * ■!-> £^.2*2 ^c^ii P w a; »p tx) P ri fl P p 0> is*- 8 p"3 w o « a> 2 fe .p ~ K« 0lH JI 31- ** O^ >o "p +j © p .. *> 5 D « ti 5 P «■, ■ -5 ~© vj 3 - 'O 5! 9 •- so b g ► s- g •a. r ft m O — (D GO (6 3 (T> ^3 fO P-< 35 g 1 c 2 3-3 !"-»«§ *r 2 _ . so 3 |22o P 3o s72 Cg u 2P = 3 =?©- >S 3 3 P O SB ™ r+3* >a S-3-^H »- (p >-• h- ►3 ffi — S n o JO rt- rt °3 f the baser sort, and gathered a company, and set all the city on an- uproar, and assaulted the house of Jason, and sought to bring them out to the people. 6 And when they found them not, they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the oity, crying, These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also; 7 Whom Jason hath received: and these do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus. 8 And they troubled the people and the rulers of the city, when they heard these things. 9 And when they had taken security of Jason, and of the other, they let them go. 10 And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea: who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews. 11 These were more noble than those in Thes- salonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so. 12 Therefore many of them believed; also of honourable women which were Greeks, and of men, not a few. 13 But when the Jews of Thessalonica had knowledge that the word of God was preached of Paul at Berea, they came thither also, and stirred up the people. 14 And then immediately the brethren sent away Paul to go as it were to the sea: but Silas and Timotheus abode there still. 15 And they that conducted Paul brought him unto Athens: and receiving a commandment unto Silas and Timotheus for to come to him with all speed, they departed. 16 Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, when he saw the city wholly given to idolatry. 17 Therefore disputed he in the synagogue with the Jews, and with the devout persons, and in the market daily with them that met with him. 18 Then certain philosophers of the Epicu- reans, and of the Stoicks, encountered him. And some said, What will this babbler say? other some, He seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods; because he preached unto them Jesus, and the resurrection. 19 And they took him, and brought him unto Areopagus, saying, May we know what this new doctrine, whereof thou speakest, is? 20 For thou bringest certain strange things to our ears: we would know therefore what these things mean. 21 (For all the Athenians and strangers which were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell, or to hear some new thing.) 22 Then Paul stood in the midst of Mars' hill, and said, Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious. 23 For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscrip- tion, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom there- fore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you. 24 God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands ; 25 Neither is worshipped with men's hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth 774 Paul preacheth at Corinth. THE ACTS, XVIIL (18) He is encouraged by a vision. to all life, and breath, and all things; 26 And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation; 27 That they should seek the Lord, if haply they might feel after him, and find him, though he be not far from every one of us: 28 For in him we live, and move, and have our being; as certain also of your own poets have said, For we are also his offspring. 29 Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man's device. 30 And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men every where to repent: 31 Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead. 32 And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked : and others said, We will hear thee again of this matter. 33 So Paul departed from among them. 34 Howbeit certain men clave unto him, and believed: among the which was Dionysius the Areopagite, and a woman named Damaris, and others with them. CHAPTER XVIII. (18) 3 Paul laboureth with his hands, and preacheth at Cor- inth to the Gentiles. 9. The Lord encourageth him in a vision. 12 He is accused before Gallio the deputy, but is dismissed. 18 Afterwards passing from city to city he strengtheneth the disciples. 24 Apollos, being more perfectly instructed by Aquila and Priscilla, 28 preacti- eth Christ with great efficacy. AFTER these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth; 2 And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; (because that Claudius had command- ed all Jews to depart from Rome:) and came unto them. 3 And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occu- pation they were tentmakers. 4 And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath, and persuaded the Jews and the Greeks. 5 And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ. 6 And when they opposed themselves, and blasphemed, he shook his raiment, and said unto them, Your blood be upon your own heads; I am clean: from henceforth I will go unto the Gen- tiles. 7 And he departed thence, and entered into a certain man's house, named Justus, one that worshipped God, whose house joined hard to the synagogue. 8 And Crispus, the chief ruler of the syna- gogue, believed on the Lord with all his house; and many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized. 9 Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace: 10 For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city. 11 And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. 12 And when Gallio was the deputy of Achaia. the Jews made insurrection with one accord against Paul, and brought him to the judgment seat, 13 Saying, This fellow persuadeth men to wor- ship God contrary to the law. 14 And when Paul was now about to open his mouth, Gallio said unto the Jews, If it were a matter of wrong or wicked lewdness, O ye Jews, reason woull that I should bear with you: 15 But if it be a question of words and names, and of your law, look ye to it; for I will be no judge of such matters. 16 And he drave them from the judgment seat. 17 Then all the Greeks took Sosthenes, the chief ruler of the synagogue, and beat him be- fore the judgment seat. And Gallio cared for none of those things. 18 And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria, and with him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: for he had a vow. 19 And he came to Ephesus, and left them there: but he himself entered into the synagogue, and reasoned with the Jews. 20 When they desired him to tarry longer time with them, he consented not; 21 But bade them farewell, saying, I must by all means keep this feast that cometh in Jeru- salem: but I will return again unto you, if God will. And he sailed from Ephesus. 22 And when he had landed at Caesarea, and gone up, and saluted the church, he went down to Antioch. 23 And after he had spent some time there he departed, and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples. 24 And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus. 25 This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John. 26 And he began to speak boldly in the syna- gogue: whom when Aquila and Priscilla had heard, they took him unto them, and expounded unto him the way of God more perfectly. 27 And when he was disposed to pass into 775 Jews blaspheme his doctrine. THE ACTS, XIX. (19) Demetrius raiseth an uproar. Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the dis- ciples to receive him: who, when he was come helped them much which had believed through grace : 28 For he mightily convinced the Jews, and that publickly, shewing by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ. CHAPTER XIX. (19) 6 The Holy Ghost is given by Paul's hands. 9 The Jews blaspheme his doctrine, which is confirmed by mira- cles. 13 The Jewish exorcists, 16 are beaten by the dev- il. 19 Conjuring books are burnt. 24 Demetrius tor love of gain, raiseth an uproar against Paul, 35 which is appeased by the townclerk. AND it came to pass, that, while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul having passed through the upper coasts came to Ephesus: and finding certain disciples, 2 He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost. 3 And he said unto them, Unto what then were ye baptized? And they said, Unto John's baptism. 4 Then said Paul, John verily baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying unto the peo- ple, that they should believe on him which should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus. 5 When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 6 And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. 7 And all the men were about twelve. 8 And he went into the synagogue, and spake boldly for the space of three months, disputing and persuading the things concerning the king- dom of God. 9 But when divers were hardened, and be- lieved not, but spake evil of that way before the multitude, he departed from them, and separated the disciples, disputing daily in the school of one Tyrannus. 10 And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks. 11 And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul : 12 So that from his body were brought unto the sick handkerchiefs or aprons, and the dis- eases departed from them, and the evil spirits went out of them. 13 Then certain of the vagabond Jews, exor- cists, took upon them to call over them which had evil spirits the name of the Lord Jesus, say- ing, We adjure you by Jesus whom Paul preach- eth. 14 And there were seven sons of one Sceva, a Jew, and chief of the priests, which did so. 15 And the evil spirit answered and said, Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are ye? 16 And the man in whom the evil spirit was leaped on them, and overcame them, and pre- vailed against them, so that they fled out of that house naked and wounded. 17 And this was known to all the Jews and Greeks also dwelling at Ephesus; and fear fell on them all, and the name of the Lord Jesus was magnified. 18 And many that believed came, and con- fessed, and shewed their deeds. 19 Many of them also which used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men: and they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of sil- ver. 20 So mightily grew the word of God and pre- vailed. 21 After these- things were ended, Paul pur- posed in the spirit, when he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, say- ing, After I have been there, I must also see Eome. 22 So he sent into Macedonia two of them that ministered unto him, Timotheus and Erastus; but he himself stayed in Asia for a season. 23 And the same time there arose no small stir about that way. 24 For a certain man named Demetrius, a sil- versmith, which made silver shrines for Diana, brought no small gain unto the craftsmen; 25 Whom he called together with the work- men of like occupation, and said, Sirs, ye know that by this craft we have our wealth. 26 Moreover ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away much peo- ple, saying that they be no gods$ which are made with hands : 27 So that not only this our craft is in danger to be set at naught; but also that the temple of the great goddess Diana should be despised, and her magnificence should be destroyed, whom all Asia and the world worshippeth. 28 And when they heard these sayings, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephe'sians. 29 And the whole city was filled with confu- sion: and having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul's companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre. 30 And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not. 31 And certain of the chief of Asia, which were hi's friends, sent unto him, desiring him that he would not adventure himself into the theatre. 32 Some therefore cried one thing, and some another: for the assembly was confused; and the more part knew not wherefore they were come together. 33 And they drew Alexander out of the multi- tude, the Jews putting him forward. And Alex- ander beckoned with the hand, and would have made his defence unto the people. 34 But when they knew that he was a Jew, all 77a sT pp Sag B B «-» 1-3 S5g"£. p H <* n> B S hi B B P-^H^d :pb- H Paul goeth to Macedonia. THE ACTS, XX. (20) His charge to the elders of Ephesus, with one voice about the space of two hours cried out, Great is Diana of the Ephesians. 35 And when the townclerk had appeased the people, he said, Ye men of Ephesus, what man is there that knoweth not how that the city of the Ephesians is a worshipper of the great goddess Diana, and of the image which fell down from Jupiter? 36 Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against, ye ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly. 37 For ye have brought hither these men, which are neither robbers of churches, nor yet blasphemers of your goddess. 38 Wherefore if Demetrius, and the craftsmen which are with him, have a matter against any man, the law is open, and there are deputies: let them implead one another. 39 But if ye enquire any thing concerning other matters, it shall be determined in a lawful assembly. 40 For we are in danger to be called in ques< tion for this day's uproar, there being no cause whereby we may give an account of this con- course. 41 And when he had thus spoken, he dismissed the assembly. CHAPTER XX. (20) 1 Paul goeth to Macedonia. 7 He celebrateth the Lord's supper, and preacheth. 9 Eutychus having fallen down dead, 10 is raised 'to life. 17 at Miletum he oall- eth the elders together, telleth them what shall befall to himself, 28 committeth God's flock to them, 29 warn- eth them of false teachers, 32 commendeth them to God, 36 prayeth with them, and goeth his way. AND after the uproar was ceased, Paul called unto him the disciples, and embraced them, and departed for to go into Macedonia. 2 And when he had gone over those parts, and had given them much exhortation, he came into Greece, 3 And there abode three months. And when the Jews laid wait for him, as he was about to sail into Syria, he proposed to return through Macedonia. 4 And there accompanied him into Asia So* pater of Berea; and of the Thessalonians, Aris- tarchus and Secundus; and Gaius of Derbe, and Timotheus; and of Asia, Tychicus and Trophi- mus. 5 These going before tarried for us at Troas. 6 And we sailed away from Philippi after the days of unleavened bread, and came unto them to Troas in five days; where we abode seven days. 7 And upon the first day of the week, when the disciples came together'to break bread, Paul preached unto them, ready to depart on the mor- row; and continued his speech until midnight. 8 And there were many lights in the upper chamber, where they were gathered together. 9 And there sat in a window a certain young man named Eutychus, being fallen into a deep sleep: and as Paul was long preaching, he sunk down with sleep, and fell down from the third loft, and was taken up dead. 10 And Paul went down, and fell on him, and embracing him_said, Trouble not yourselves; for his life is in him. 11 When he therefore was come up again, and had broken bread, and eaten, and talked a long while, even till break of day, so he departed. 12 And they brought the young man alive, and were not a little comforted. 13 And we went before to ship, and sailed unto Assos, there intending to take in Paul: for so had he appointed, minding himself to go afoot. 14 And when he met with us at Assos, we took him in, and came to Mitylene. 15 And we sailed thence, and came the next day over against Chios; and the next day we ar- rived at Samos, and tarried at Trogyllium; and the next day we came to Miletus. 16 For Paul had determined to sail by Eph- esus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost. 17 And from Miletus he sent to Ephesus, and called the elders of the church. 18 And when they were come to him, he said unto them, Ye know, from the first day that I came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons, 19 Serving the Lord with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which be- fell me by the lying in wait of the Jews : 20 And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house, 21 Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith to- ward our Lord Jesus Christ. 22 And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: 23 Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. 24 But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to tes- tify the gospel of the grace of God. 25 And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more. 26 Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood- of all men. 27 For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God. 28 Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood. 29 For I know this, that after my departing 777 w ft e?2> SUpg * » d 2? 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(24) answered for himself. 24 And provide them beasts, that they may set Paul on, and bring him safe unto Felix the governor. 25 And he wrote a letter after this manner: 26 Claudius Lysias unto the most excellent- governor Felix sendeth greeting. 27 This man was taken of the Jews, and should have been killed of them: then came I with an army, and rescued him, having under- stood that he was a Roman. 28 And when I would have known the cause wherefore they accused him, I brought him forth into their council: 29 Whom I perceived to be accused of ques- tions of their law, but to have nothing laid to his charge worthy of death or of bonds. 30 And when it was told me how that the Jews laid wait for the man, I sent straightway to thee, and gave commandment to his accusers also to say before thee what they had against him. Farewell. 31 Then the soldiers, as it was commanded them, took Paul, and brought him by night to Antipatris. 32 On the morrow they left the horsemen to go with him, and returned to the castle: 33 Who, when they came to Caesarea, and de- livered the epistle to the governor, presented Paul also before him. 34 And when the governor had read the letter, he asked of what province he was. And when he understood that he was of Cilicia; 35 I will hear thee, said he, when thine ac- cusers are also come. And he commanded him to be kept in Herod's judgment hall. CHAPTER XXIV. (24) 1 Paul being accused by Tertullus the orator, 10 answer- eth for his life and doctrine. 24 He preacheth Christ to the governor and his wife. 26 The governor hopeth for a bribe, but in vain. 27 At last, going out of his office, he leaveth Paul in prison. AND after five days Ananias the high priest descended with the elders, and with a cer- tain orator named Tertullus, who informed the governor against Paul. 2 And when he was called forth, Tertullus be- gan to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds are done unto this nation by thy provi- dence, 3 We accept it always, and in all places, most noble Felix, with all thankfulness. 4 Notwithstanding, that I be not further tedious unto thee, I pray thee that thou would- est hear us of thy clemency a few words, 5 For we have found this man a pestilent fel- low, and a mover of sedition among all the Jews throughout the world, and a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes: 6 Who also hath gone about to profane the temple: whom we took, and would have judged according to our law. 7 But the chief captain Lysias came upon us. and with great violence took him away out of our hands, 8 Commanding his accusers to come unto thee: by examining of whom thyself mayest take knowledge of- all these things, whereof we ac- cuse him. 9 And the Jews also assented, saying that these things were so. 10 Then Paul, after -that the governor had beckoned unto him to speak, answered, Foras- much as I know that thou hast been of many years a judge unto this nation, I do the more cheerfully answer for myself: 11 Because that thou mayest understand, that there are yet but twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem for to worship. 12 And they neither found me in the temple disputing with any man, neither raising up the people, neither in the synagogues, nor in the city: 13 Neither can they prove the things whereof they now accuse me. 14 But this I confess unto thee, that after the way which they call heresy, so worship I the God of my fathers, believing all things which are written in the law and in the prophets: 15 And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and un- just. 16 And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men. 17 Now after many years I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings. 18 Whereupon certain Jews from Asia found me purified in the temple, .neither with multi- tude, nor with tumult. 19 Who ought to have been here before thee, and object, if they had ought against me. 20 Or else let these same here say, if they have found any evil doing in me, while I stood before the council, 21 Except it be for this one voice, that I cried standing among them, Touching the resurrection of the dead I am called in question by you this day. 22 And when Felix heard these things, having more perfect knowledge of that way, he deferred them, and said, When Lysias the chief captain shall come down, I will know the uttermost of your matter. 23 And he commanded a centurion to keep Paul, and to let him have liberty, and that he should forbid none of his acquaintances to min- ister or come unto him. 24 And after certain days, when Felix came with his wife Drusilla, which was a Jewess, he sent for Paul, and heard him concerning the faith in Christ. 25 And as he reasoned of righteousness, tem- perance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee. 781 Paul appealeth unto Caesar. THE ACTS, XXV. (25) His defence before Agrippa. 26 He hoped also that money should have been given him of Paul, that he might loose him: wherefore he sent for him the oftener, and com- muned with him. 27 But after two years Porcius Festus came into Felix' room: and Felix, willing to shew the Jews a pleasure, left Paul bound. CHAPTER XXV. (25) 2 The Jews accuse Paul before Festus. 8 He answereth for himself, 11 and appealeth unto Caesar. 14 After- ward Festus openeth his matter to king Agrippa, 23 and he is brought forth. 25 Festus cleareth him to have done nothing worthy of death. IVT OW when Festus was come into the pro- —-ll vince, after three days he ascended from Caesarea to Jerusalem. 2 Then the high priest and the chief of the Jews informed him against Paul, and besought him, 3 And desired favour against him, that he would send for him to Jerusalem, laying wait in the way to kill hiim 4 But Festus answered, that Paul should be kept at Caesarea, and that he himself would de- part shortly thither. 5 Let them therefore, said he, which among you are able, go down with me, and accuse this man, if there be any wickedness in him. 6 And when he had tarried among them mor^ than ten days, he went down unto Caesarea; and the next day sitting on the judgment seat com- manded Paul to be brought. 7 And when he was come, the Jews which came down from Jerusalem stood round about, and laid many and grievious complaints against Paul, which they could not prove. 8 While he answered for himself, Neither against the law of the Jews, neither against the temple, nor yet against Caesar, have I offended any thing at all. 9 But Festus, willing to do the Jews a pleas- ure, answered Paul, and said, Wilt thou go up to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these things before me? 10 Then said Paul, I stand at Caesar's judg- ment seat, where I ought to be judged: to the Jews have I done no wrong, as thou very well knowest. 11 For if I be an offender, or have committed any thing worthy of death, I refuse not to die: but if there be none of these things whereof these accuse me, no man may deliver me unto them. I appeal unto Caesar. 12 Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, Hast thou appealed unto Caesar? unto Caesar shalt thou go. 13 And after certain days king Agrippa and Bernice came unto Caesarea to salute Festus. 14 And when they had been there many days, Festus declared Paul's cause unto the king, say- ing, There is a certain man left in bonds by Felix: 15 About whom, when I was at Jerusalem, 782 the chief priests and the elders of the Jews in- formed me, desiring to have judgment against him. 16 To whom I answered, It is not the manner of the Romans to deliver any man to die, before that he which is accused have the accusers face to face, and have licence to answer for himself concerning the crime laid against him. 17 Therefore, when they were come hither, without any delay on the morrow I sat on the judgment seat, and commanded the man to be brought forth. 18 Against whom when the accusers stood up, they brought none accusation of such things aa 1 supposed: 19 But had certain questions against him of their own superstition, and of one Jesus, which was dead, whom Paul affirmed to be alive. 20 And because I doubted of such manner of questions, I asked him whether he would go to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these mat- ters. 21 But when Paul had appealed to be reserved unto the hearing of Augustus, I commanded him to be kept till I might send him to Caesar. 22 Then Agrippa said unto Festus, I would also hear the man myself. To morrow, said he, thou shalt hear him. 23 And on the morrow, when Agrippa was come, and Bernice, with great pomp, and was entered into the place of hearing, with the chief captains, and principal men of the city, at Fes- tus' commandment Paul was brought forth. 24 And Festus said, King Agrippa, and all men which are here present with us, ye see this man, about whom all the multitude of the Jews have dealt with me, both at Jerusalem, and also here, crying that he ought not to live any longer. 25 But when I found that he had committed nothing worthy of death, and that he himself hath appealed to Augustus, I have determined to send him. 26 Of whom I have no certain thing to write unto my lord. Wherefore I have brought him forth before you, and specially before thee,0 king Agrippa, that, after examination had, I might have somewhat to write. 27 For it seemeth to me unreasonable to send a prisoner, and not withal to signify the crimes laid against him. CHAPTER XXVI. (26) 2 Paul in the presence of Agrippa, declareth his lire from his childhood, 12 and how miraculously he was converted, and called to his apostleship. 24 Festus chargeth him to be mad, whereuntohe answereth mod- estly. 28 Agrippa is almost persuaded to be a Christ- ian. 31 The whole company pronounce him innocent. THEN Agrippa said unto Paul, Thou art per- mitted to speak for thyself. Then Paul stretched forth the hand, and answered for him- self: 2 I think myself happy, king Agrippa, because I shall answer for myself this day before thee _____ <] Paul tellelh of his THE ACTS, XXVII. (27) miraculous conversion. touching all the things whereof I am accused of the Jews: 3 Especially because I know thee to be expert in all customs and questions which arc among the Jews: wherefore I beseech thee to hear me patiently. 4 My manner of life from my youth, which was at the first among mine own nation at Jeru- salem, know all the Jews; 5 Which knew me from the beginning, if they would testify, that after the most straitest sect of our religion I lived a Pharisee. 6 And now I stand and am judged for the hope of the promise made of God unto our fathers: 7 Unto which promise our twelve tribes, in- stantly serving God day and night, hope to come. For which hope's sake, king Agrippa, I am ac- cused of the Jews. 8 Why should it be thought a thing incredible with you, that God should raise the dead? 9 I verily thought with myself, that I ought to do many things contrary to the name of Jesus of Nazareth. 10 Which thing I also did in Jerusalem: and many of the saints did I shut up in prison, hav- ing received authority . from the chief priests; and when they were put to death. I gave my voice against them. 11 And I punished them oft in every syna- gogue, and compelled them to blaspheme; and being exceedingly mad against them, I perse- cuted them even unto strange cities. 12 Whereupon as I went to Damascus with authority and commission from the chief priests, 13 At midday, O king, I saw in the way a light from heaven, above the brightness of the sun, shining round about me and them which jour- neyed with me. 14 And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. 15 And I said, Who art thou, Lord? And he said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest. 16 But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; 17 Delivering thee from the people, and from the Gentiles, unto whom now I send thee, 18 To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me. 19 Whereupon, O king Agrippa, I was not dis- obedient unto the heavenly vision: 20 But shewed first unto them of Damascus, and at Jerusalem, and throughout all the coasts of Judaea, and then to the Gentiles, that they should repent and turn to God, and do works meet for repentance. 21 For these causes the Jews caught me in the temple, and went about to kill me. 22 Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto this day, witnessing both to small and great, saying none other things than those which the prophets and Moses did say should come: 23 That Christ should suffer, and that he should be the first that should rise from the dead, and should shew light unto the people, and to the Gentiles. 24 And as he thus spake for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, thou art beside thy- self; much learning doth make thee mad. 25 But he said, I am not mad, most noble Fes- tus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness. . 26 For the king knoweth of these things, be- fore whom also I speak freely: for I am per- suaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this thing was not done in a cor- ner. 27 King Agrippa, believest thou the prophets? I know that thou believest. 28 Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian. 29 And Paul said, I would to God, that not only thou, but also all that hear me this day, were both almost, and altogether such as I am, except these bonds. 30 And when he had thus spoken, the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them: 31 And when they were gone aside they talked between themselves, saying, This man doeth nothing worthy of death or of bonds. 32 Then said Agrippa unto Festus, This man might have been set at liberty, if he had not ap- pealed unto Caesar. CHAPTER XXVII. (27) 1 Paul shipping toward Rome, 10 foretelleth of the dan- ger of the voyage, 11 hut is not believed. 14 They are tossed to and fro with tempest, 41 and suffer snip- wreck, 22, 34, 44 yet all come safe to land. AND when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus' band. 2 And entering into a ship of Adramyttium, we launched, meaning to sail by the coasts of Asia; one Aristarchus, a Macedonian of Thes'sa- lonica, being with us. 3 And the next day we touched at Sidon. And Julius courteously entreated Paul, and gave him liberty to go unto his friends to refresh himself. 4 And when we had launched from thence, we sailed under Cyprus, because the winds were contrary. 5 And when we had sailed over the sea of Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra, a city of Lycia. 6 And there the centurion found a ship of 733 T— Paul suffereth shipwreck; but THE ACTS, XXVIII. (28) all come safe to land. Alexandria sai i: ng into Italy; and he put us therein. 7 And when we had sailed slowly many days, and scarce were come over against Cnidus, the wind not suffering us, we sailed under Crete, over against Salmone; 8 And, hardly passing it, came unto a place which is called The fair havens; nigh whereunto was the city of Lasea. 9 Now when much time was spent, and when sailing was now dangerous, because the fast was now already past, Paul admonished them, 10 And said unto them, Sirs, I perceive that this voyage will be with hurt and much damage, not only of the lading and ship, but also of our lives. 11 Nevertheless the centurion believed the master and the owner of the ship, more than those things which were spoken by Paul. 12 And because the haven was not commodi- ous to winter in, the more part advised to depart thence also, if by any means they might attain to Phenice, and there to winter; which is an haven of Crete, and lieth toward the south west and north west. 13 And when the south wind blew softly, sup- posing that they had obtained their purpose, loosing thence, they sailed close by Crete. 14 But not long after there arose against it a tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon. 15 And when the ship was caught, and could not bear up into the wind, we let her drive. 16 And running under a certain island which is called Clauda, we had much work to come by the boat: 17 Which when they had taken up, they used helps, undergirding the ship; and, fearing lest they should fall into the quicksands, strake sail, and so were driven. 18 And we being exceedingly tossed with a. tempest, the next day they lightened the ship; 19 And the third day we cast out with our own hands the tackling of the ship. 20. And when neither sun nor stars in many days appeared, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope that we should be saved was then taken away. 21 But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss. 22 And now I exhort you to be of good cheer: for there shall be no loss of any man's life among you, but of the ship. 23 For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve, 24 Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Caesar: and, lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee. 25 Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I be- lieve God, that it shall be even as it was told me. 26 Howbeit we must be cast upon a certain island. 27 But when the fourteenth night was come, as we were driven up and down in Adria, about midnight the shipmen deemed that they drew near to some country; 28 And sounded, and found it twenty fathoms: and when they had gone a little further, they sounded again, and found it fifteen fathoms. 29 Then fearing lest we should have fallen upon rocks, they cast four anchors out of the stern, and wished for the day. 30 And as the shipmen were about to flee out of the ship, when they had let down the boat into the sea, under colour as though they would have cast anchors out of the foreship, 31 Paul said to the centurion and to the sol- diers, Except these abide in the ship, ye cannot be saved. 32 Then the soldiers cut off the ropes of the boat, and let her fall off. 33 And while the day was coming on, Paul be- sought them all to take meat, saying, This day is the fourteenth day that ye have tarried and con- tinued fasting, having taken nothing. 34 Wherefore I pray you to take some meat: for this is for your health: for there shall not an hair fall from the head of any of you. 35 And when he had thus spoken, he took bread, and gave thanks to God in presence of them all: and when he had broken it, he began to eat. 36 Then were they all of good cheer, and they also took some meat. 37 And we were in all in the ship two hun- dred threescore and sixteen souls. 38 And when they had eaten enough, they lightened the ship, and cast out the wheat into the sea. 39 And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship. 40 And when they had taken up the anchors, they committed themselves unto the sea, and loosed the rudder bands, and hoised up the main- sail to the wind, and made toward shore. 41 And falling into a place where two seas met, they ran the ship aground; and the forepart stuck fast, and remained unmovable, but the hinder part was broken with the violence of the waves. 42 And the soldiers' counsel was to kill the prisoners, lest any of them should swim out, and escape. 43 But the centurion, willing to save Paul, kept them from their purpose; and commanded that they which could swim should cast them- selves first into the sea, and get to land' 44 And the rest, some on boards, and some on broken pieces of the ship. And so it came to pass, that they escaped all safe to land. CHAPTER XXVIII. (28) 1 Paul after his ship-wreck is kindly entertained of the barbarians. 5 The viper on his hand hurteth him not. 8 He healeth many diseases in the island. 11 They 784 7 Paid is kindly entertained. TEE ACTS, XXVIII. (28) He preacheth at Home. depaA towards Rome. 17 He declareth to the Jews the cause of his coining. 24 After his preaching some were persuaded, and some believed not. 30 Yet he preacheth there two years. AND when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melita. 2 And the barbarous people shewed us no lit- tle kindness: for they kindled a fire, and received us every one, because of the present rain, and because of the cold. 3 And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand. 4 And when the barbarians saw the venemous beast hang on his hand, they said among them- selves, No doubt this man is a murderer, whom, though he hath escaped the sea, yet vengeance suffereth not to live. 5 And he shook off the beast into the fire, and felt no harm. 6 Howbeit they looked when he should have swollen, or fallen down dead suddenly; but after they had looked a great while, and saw no harm come to him, they changed their minds, and said that he was a god. 7 In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously. 8 And it came to pass, that the father of Pub lius lay sick of a fever and of a bloody flux: to whom Paul entered in, and prayed, and laid his hands on him, and healed him. 9 So when this was done, others also, which had diseases in the island, came, and were healed: 10 Who also honoured us with many honours; and when we departed, they laded us with such things as were necessary. 11 And after three months we departed in a ship of Alexandria, which had wintered in the isle, whose sign was Castor and Pollux. 12 And landing at Syracuse, we tarried there three days. 13 And from thence we fetched a compass, and came to Ehegium: and after one day the south wind blew, and we came the next day to Puteoli: 14 Where we found brethren, and were de- sired to tarry with them seven days: and so we went toward Rome. 15 And from thence, when the brethren heard of us, they came to meet us as far as Appii forum, and The three taverns: whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage. 16 And when we came to Eome, the centurion delivered the prisoners to the captain of the guard: but Paul was suffered to dwell by him- self with a soldier that kept him. 17 And it came to pass, that after three days Paul called the chief of the Jews together: and when they were come together, he said unto them, Men and brethren, though I have com- mitted nothing against the people, or customs of our fathers, yet was I delivered prisoner from Jerusalem into the hands of the Komans. 18 Who, when they had examined me, would have l'et me go, because there was no cause of death in me. 19 But when the Jews spake against it, I was constrained to appeal unto Caesar; not that I had ought to accuse my nation of. 20 For this cause therefore have I called for you, to see you, and to speak with you: because that for the hope of Israel I am bound with this chain. .21 And they said unto him, We neither re- ceived letters out of Judaea concerning thee, neither any of the brethren that came shewed or spake any harm of thee. 22 But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against. 23 And when they had appointed him a day, there came many to him into his lodging; to whom he expounded and testified the kingdom of God, persuading them concerning Jesus, both out of the law of Moses, and out of the prophets, from morning till evening. 24 And some believed the things which were spoken, and some believed not. 25 And when they agreed not among them- selves, they departed, after that Paul had spoken one word, Well spake the Holy Ghost by Esaias the prophet unto our fathers, 26 Saying, Go unto this people, and say, Hear- ing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and not perceive: 27 For the heart of this people is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes have they closed; lest they should see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them. 28 Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it. 29 And when he had said these words, the Jews departed, and had great reasoning among themselves. 30 And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him, 31 Preaching the kingdom of God, and teach- ing those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him. 785 A % ■ »> 3 a> a; a© ggaS g > a, o £°£° ^ "T 1 © • 02 o ,« in 4) *i+j A b«1 c . cs ; £3 in 02 a o « 5 si rt bj 4> »J 3 c3 . 4> £-2, "2 03 p- 1 rt C ° >» P ft -OJ3 O 02 H.S-: PT Bj t^ u 4) t>. 4) ■ t-t fa ° — ; O 4) ■ ^♦^ fl j I) +-> a a> a H. B. t^ ^ ■a o wr- 1 tiojO <] o •^ +3 4> a -S O do 6 " fit S^tf » o5fl ■Sa THE EPISTLE OF FAUX THE APOSTLE TO THE Romans. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Paul commendeth his calling to the Romans, 9 and his desire to come to them. 16 What his gospel is, and the righteousness which it sheweth. 18 God is angry with all manner of sin. 21 What were the sins of the Gen- tiles. ATJL, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God, 2 (Which he had promised afore by his proph- ets in the holy scriptures,) 3 Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh; 4 And declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead: 5 By whom we have received grace and apos- tleship, for obedience to the faith among all nations, for his name: 6 Among whom are ye also the called of Jesus Christ: 7 To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. 8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of through- out the whole world. 9 For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers; 10 Making request, if by any means now at length I might have a prosperous journey by the will of God to come unto you. 11 For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established; 12 That is, that I may be comforted together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me. 13 Now I would not have you ignorant, brethren, that oftentimes I purposed to come unto you, (but was let hitherto,) that I might have some fruit among you also, even as among other Gentiles. 14 I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise. 15 So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also. 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. 17 For therein is the righteousness of God re- vealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. 18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteous- ness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteous- ness; 19 Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. 20 For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being un- derstood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: 21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. 22 Professing themselves to be wise, they be- came fools, 23 And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and f ourfooted beasts, and creeping things. 24 Wherefore God also gave them up to un- cleanness through the lusts of their own hearts, to dishonour their own bodies between them- selves: 25 Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen. 26 For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: 27 And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompence of their error which was meet. 28 And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient; 29 Being filled with all unrighteousness, forni- cation, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers, 30 Backbiters, haters of God, despiteful, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, diso- bedient to parents, 31 Without understanding, covenant-break- ers, without natural affection, implacable, un- merciful: 32 Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them. 786 God's impartial judgment ROMANS, II. (2) ow Jews and Gentiles. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 They that sin, though they condemn it in others, can- not excuse themselves, 6 and much less escape the judgment of God, 9 whether they be Jews or Gentiles. 14 The Gentiles cannot escape, 17 nor yet the Jews, 25 whom their circumcision shall not profit, if they keep not the law. THEREFORE thou are inexcusable, O man whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same 'things. 2 But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which com- mit such things. 3 And thinkest thou this, O man, that judgest them which do such things, and doest the same, that thou shalt escape the judgment of God? 4 Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repent- ance? 5 But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God; 6 Who will render to every man according to his deeds: 7 To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortal- ity, eternal life: 8 But unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, in- dignation and wrath, 9 Tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that doeth evil, of the Jew first, and also of the Gentile: 10 But glory, honour, and peace, to every man that worketh good, to the Jew first, and also to the Gentile: 11 For there is no respect of persons with God. 12 For as many as have sinned without law shall also perish without law: and as many as have sinned in the law shall be judged by the law; 13 (For not the hearers of the law are just be- fore God, but the doers of the law shall be justi- fied. 14 For when the Gentiles, which have not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these, having not the law, are a law unto themselves : 15 Which shew the work ot the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing wit- ness, and their thoughts the mean while accus- ing or else excusing one another;) 16 In the day When God shall judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ according to my gospel. 17 Behold, thou art called a Jew, and restest in the law, and makest thy boast of God, 18 And knowest his will, and approvest the things that are more excellent being instructed out of the law; 19 And art confident that thou thyself art a guide of the blind, a light of them which are in darkness, 20 An instructor of the foolish, a teacher of babes, which hast the form of knowledge and of the truth in the law. 21 Thou therefore which teachest another, teachest thou not thyself? thou that preachest a man should not steal, dost thou steal? 22 Thou that sayest a man should not com- mit adultery, dost thou commit adultery? thou that abhorrest idols, dost thou commit sacri- lege? 23 Thou that makest thy boast of the law, through breaking the law dishonourest thou God? 24 For the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles through you, as it is written. 25 For circumcision verily profiteth, if thou keep the law: but if thou be a breaker of the law, thy circumcision is made uncircumcision. 26 Therefore if the uncircumcision keep the righteousness of the law, shall not his uncircum- cision be counted for circumcision? 27 And shall not uncircumcision which is by nature, if it fulfil the law, judge thee, who by the letter and circumcision dost transgress the law? 28 For he is not a Jew, which is one outward- ly; neither is that circumcision, which is out- ward in the flesh: 29 But he is a Jew, which is one inwardly; and circumcision is that of the heart, in the spirit, and not in the letter; whose praise is not of men, but of God. CHAPTER III (3) 1 The Jews' prerogative: 3 which they have not lost: 9 howbeit the law convinceth them also of sin: 20 there- fore no flesh is justified by the law, 28 but all, without difference, by faith only: 31 and yet the law is not abolished. WHAT advantage then hath the Jew? or what profit is there of circumcision? 2 Much every way: chiefly, because that unto them were committed the oracles of God. 3 For what if some did not believe? shall their unbelief make the faith of God without effect? 4 God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest over- come when thou art judged. 5 But if our unrighteousness commend the righteousness of God, what shall we say? Is God unrighteous who taketh vengeance? (I speak as a man) 6 God forbid: for then how shall God judge the world? 7 For if the truth of God hath more abounded through my lie unto his glory; why yet am I also judged as a sinner? 8 And not rather, (as we be slanderously re- ported, and as some affirm that we say,) Let us 787 Iioi or D 03 3 § & cr T> o ►3 > M tli Pi SB 1 M pi H M 0> hH o fo Si — • c ■< O s~ — _* B> •0 pa i z s M- 00

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For they are not all Israel, which are of Israel: 7 Neither, because they are the seed of Abra- ham, are they all children: but, In Isaac shall thy seed be called. 8 That is, They which are the children of the flesh, these are not the children of God: but the children of the promise are counted for the seed. 9 For this is the word of promise, At this time will I come, and Sarah shall have a son. 10 And not only this; but when Kebecca also had conceived by one, even by our father Isaac; 11 (For the children being not yet born, neither having done any good or evil, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth;) 12 It was said unto her, The elder shall serve the younger. 13 As it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated. 14 What shall we say then? Is there unright- eousness with God? God forbid. 15 For he saith to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have com- passion on whom I will have compassion. 16 So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy. 17 For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth. 18 Therefore hath he mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardeneth. 19 Thou wilt say then unto me, Why doth he yet find fault? For who hath resisted his will? 20 Nay but, O man, who art thou that repliest against God? Shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, Why hast thou made me thus? 21 Hath not the potter power over the clay, of the same lump to make one vessel unto honour, and another unto dishonour? 22 What if God, willing to shew his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath fitted f o destruction: 23 And that he might make known the riches of his glory on the vessels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory, 24 Even us, whom he hath called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Gentiles? 25 As he saith also in Osee, I will call them my people, which were not my people; and her beloved, which was not beloved. 26 And it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people; there shall they be called the children of the living God. 27 Esaias also crieth concerning Israel, Though the number of the children of Israel be as the sand of the sea, a remnant shall be saved: 28 For he will finish the work, and cut it short in righteousness: because a short work will the Lord make upon the earth. 29 And as Esaias said before, Except the Lord of Sabaoth had left us a seed, we had been as Sodoma, and been made like unto Gomorrha. 30 What shall we say then? That the Gen- tiles, which followed not after righteousness, have attained to righteousness, even the right- eousness which is of faith. 31 But Israel, which followed after the law of righteousness, hath not attained to the law of righteousness. 32 Wherefore? Because they sought it not by faith, but as it were by the works of the law. For they stumbled at that stumbling- stone; 33 As it is written, Behold, I lay in Sion a stumblingstone and rock of offence: and whoso- ever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. CHAPTER X. (10) 5 The scripture sheweth the difference betwixt the right- eousness of the law, and this of faith, 11 and that all, both Jew and Gentile, that believe, shall not be con- founded, 18 and that the Gentiles shall receive the word and believe* 19 Israel was not ignorant of these things. BRETHREN, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. 2 For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge. 3 For they being ignorant of God's righteous- ness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God. 4 For Christ is the end of the law for right- eousness to every one that believeth. 5 For Moses describeth the righteousness which is of the law, That the man which doeth those things shall live by them. 6 But the righteousness which is of faith speaketh on this wise, Say not in thine heart, Who shall ascend into heaven? (that is, to" bring Christ down from above:) 7 Or, Who shall descend into the deep? (that is, to bring Up Christ again from the dead.) 8 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart : that is, the word of faith, which we preach; 9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, 1 and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. 11 For the scripture saith, Whosoever believ- eth on him shall not be ashamed. 7d2 God hath not ROMANS, XI. (11) cast off all Israel. 12 For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. 13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. 14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they be- lieve in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things! 16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Esaias saith. Lord, who hath believed our report? 17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hear- ing by the word of God. 18 But I say, Have they not heard? Yes yerily, their sound went into all the earth, and their words unto the ends of the world. 19 But I say, Did not Israel know? First Moses saith, I will provoke you to jealousy by them that are no people, and by a foolish nation I will anger you. 20 But Esaias is very bold, and saith, I was found of them that sought me not; I was made manifest unto them that asked not after me. 21 But to Israel he saith, All day long I have stretched forth my hands unto a disobedient and gainsaying people. CHAPTER XI. (11) 1 God hath not cast off all Israel. 7 Some were elected, though the rest were hardened. 10 There is hope of their conversion. 18 The Gentiles may not insult upon them: 26 for there is a promise of their salvation. 3'S God's judgments are unsearchable. I SAY then, Hath God cast away his people? God forbid. For I also am' an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham, of the tribe of Benjamin. 2 God hath not cast away his people which he foreknew. Wot ye not what the scripture saith of Elias? how he maketh intercession to God against Israel, saying, 3 Lord, they have killed thy prophets, and digged down thine altars; and I am left alone, and they seek my life. 4 But what saith the answer of Gpd unto him? I have reserved to myself seven thousand men, who have not bowed the knee to the image of Baal. 5 Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace. 6 And if by grace, then is it no more of works : otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work. 7 What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeketh for; but the election hath ob- tained it, and the rest were blinded. 8 (According as it is written, God hath given them the spirit of slumber, eyes that they should not see and ears that they should not hear;) unto this day. 9 And David saith, Let their table be made a snare, and a trap, and a stumblingblock, and a recompence unto them: 10 Let their eyes be darkened, that they may not see, and bow down their back alway. 11 I say then, Have they stumbled that they should fall? God forbid: but rather through their fall salvation is come unto the Gentiles, for to provoke them to jealousy. 12 Now if the fall of them be the riches of the world, and the diminishing of them the riches of the Gentiles; how much more their ful- ness? 13 For I speak to you Gentiles, inasmuch as I am the apostle cf the Gentiles, I magnify mine office: 14 If by any means I may provoke' to emula- tion them which are my flesh, and might save some of them. 15 For if the casting away of them be the re- conciling of the world, what shall the receiving of them be, but life from the dead? 16 For if the firstfruit be holy, the lump is also holy: and if the root be holy, so are the branches. 17 And if some of the branches be broken off, and thou, being a wild olive tree, wert graffed in among them, and with them partakest of the root and fatness of the olive tree; 18 Boast not against the branches. But if thou boast, thou bearest not the root, but the root thee. 19 Thou wilt say then, The branches were broken off, that I might be graffed in. 20 Well; because of unbelief they were broken off, and thou standest by faith. Be not high- minded, but fear: 21 For if God spared not the natural branches, take heed lest he also spare not thee. 22 Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity; but toward thee, goodness, if thou continue in his goodness: otherwise thou also shalt be cut off. 23 And they also, if they abide not still in un- belief, shall be graffed in : for God is able to graff them in again. 24 For if thou wert cut out of the- olive tree which is wild by nature, and wert graffed con- trary to nature into a good olive tree: how much more shall these, which be 1 the natural branches, be graffed into their own olive tree? 25 For I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, lest ye should be wise in your own conceits; that blindness in part is happened to Israel, until the fulness of the Gentiles be come in. 26 And so all Israel shall be saved: as it is written, There shall come out of Sion the De- liverer, and shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob : 27 For this is my covenant unto them, when I shall take away their sins. 28 As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, 793 )\o*j Divers exhortations. ROMANS, XII. (12) Of subjection to magistrates. they are beloved for the fathers' sakes. 29 For the gifts and calling of God are with- out repentance. 30 For as je in times past have not believed God, yet have now obtained mercy through their unbelief; 31 Even so have these also now not believed, that through your mercy they also may obtain mercy. 32 For God hath concluded them all in unbe- lief, that he might have mercy upon all. 33 O the depth of the riches both of the wis- dom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out! 34 For who hath known the mind of the Lord? or who hath been his counsellor? 35 Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again? 36 For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things : to whom be glory for ever. Amen. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 God's mercies must move us to please God. 3 No man must think too well of himself, 6 but attend every one on that calling wherein he is placed. 9 Love, and many other duties, are required of us. 19 Revenge is specially forbidden. I BESEECH you therefore, brethren by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and accept- able, and perfect, will of God. 3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. 4 For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office: 5 So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another. 6 Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith ; 7 Or ministry, let us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching; 8 Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness. 9 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. 10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one an- other; 11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 13 Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. 14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. 15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. 17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Pro- vide things honest in the sight of all men. 18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. 19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. 20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. 21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. CHAPTER XIII. (13) 1 Subjection, and many other duties, we owe to the magistrates. 8 Love is the fulfilling of the law. 11 Gluttony and drunkenness, and the works of dark- ness, are out of season in the time of the gospel. T ET every soul be subject unto the higher -Li powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. 2 Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that re- sist shall receive to themselves damnation. 3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same: 4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to exe- cute wrath upon him that doeth evil. 5 Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake. 6 For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing. 7 Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom cus- tom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom hon- our. 8 Owe no man any thing, but to love one an- other: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law. 9 For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. 10 Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law. 11 And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our 794 Directions against ROMANS, XIV. (14) uncharitable judgment. salvation nearer than when we believed. 12 The night is far spent, the : day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. 13 Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. 14 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 3 Men may not contemn nor condemn one the other for things indifferent: 13 but take heed that they give no offence in them: 13 for that the apostle proveth un- lawful by many reasons. HIM that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations. 2 For one believeth that he may eat all things : another, who is weak, eateth herbs. 3 Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him 1 which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received him. 4 Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? to his own master he standeth or fall- eth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand. 5 One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day alike. Let every man be fully persuaded in> his own mind. 6 He that regardeth the day, regardeth it unto the Lord; and he that regardeth not the day, to the Lord he doth not regard it. He that eateth, eateth to the Lord, for he giveth God thanks; and he that eateth not, to the Lord he eateth not, and giveth God thanks. 7 For none of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself. 8 For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's. 9 For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living. 10 But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ. 11 For it is written, As I live, saith the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God. 12 So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God. 13 Let us not therefore judge one another any more: but judge this rather, that no man put a stumblingblock or an . occasion to fall in his brother's way. 14 I know, and am persuaded by the Lord Jesus, that there is nothing unclean of itself: but to him that esteemeth any thing to be un- clean, to him it is unclean. 15 But if thy brother be grieved with thy meat, now walkest thou not charitably. Destroy not him with thy meat, for whom Christ died. 10 Let not then your good be evil spoken of: 17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost. • 18 For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God, and approved of men. 19 Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another. 20 For meat destroy not the work of God. All things indeed are pure; but it is evil for that man who eateth with offence. 21 It is good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor any thing whereby thy brother stum- bleth, or is offended, or is made weak. 22 Hast thou faith? have it to thyself before God. Happy is he that condemneth not him- self in that thing which he alloweth. 23 And he that doubteth is damned if he ea.t, because he eateth not of faith: for whatsoever is not of faith is sin. CHAPTER XV. (15) 1 The strong must bear with the weak. 2 We may not please ourselves, 3 for Christ did not so, 7 but re- ceive one the other, as Christ did uo all, 8 both Jews 9 and Gentiles. 15 Pa'cl excuseth his writing, 28 and promiseth to see them, 30 and requesteth their prayers. WE then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves. 2 Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification. 3 For even Christ pleased not himself; but, as it is written, The reproaches of them that re- proached thee fell on me. 4 For whatsoever things were written afore- time were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope. 5 Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus: 6 That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. 7 Wherefore receive ye one another, as Christ also received us to the glory of God. 8 Now I say that Jesus Christ was a minister of the circumcision for the truth of God, to con- firm the promises made unto the fathers: 9 And that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy; as it is written, For this cause I will confess to thee among the Gentiles, and sing unto thy name. 10 And again he saith, Rejoice, ye Gentiles, with his people. 11 And again, Praise the Lord, all ye Gen- tiles; and laud him, all ye people* 12 And again, Esaias saith, There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles; in him shall the Gentiles trust. 13 Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in 795 Success of Paul's labours. BOMANS, XVI. (16) He sendeth divers salutations. hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost. 14 And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brethren, that ye also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another. 15 Nevertheless, brethren, I have written the more boldly unto you in some sort, as putting you in mind, because of the grace that is given to me of God, 16 That I should be the minister of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles, ministering the gospel of God, that the offering up of the Gentiles might be acceptable, being sanctified by the Holy Ghost. 17 I have therefore whereof I may glory through Jesus Christ in those things which per- tain to God. 18 For I will not dare to speak of any of those things which Christ hath not wrought by me, to make the Gentiles obedient, by word and deed, 19 Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God; so that from Jeru- salem, and round about unto Ulyricum, I have fully preached the gospel of Christ. 20 Yea, so have I strived to preach the gos- pel, not where Christ was named, lest I should build upon another man's foundation: 21 But as it is written, To whom he was not spoken of, they shall see: and they that have not heard shall understand. 22 For which cause also I have been much hin- dered from coming to you. 23 But now having no more place in these parts, and having a great desire these many years to come unto you; 24 Whensoever I take my journey into Spain, I will come to you: for I trust to see yeu in my journey, and to be brought on my way thither- ward by you, if first I be somewhat filled with your company. 25 But now I go unto Jerusalem to minister unto the saints. 26 For it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor saints which are at Jerusalem. 27 It hath pleased them verily; and their debtors they are. For if the Gentiles have been made partakers of their spiritual things, their duty is also to minister unto them in carnal things. 28 When therefore I have performed this, and have sealed to them this fruit, I will come by you into Spain. 29 And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the 'gospel of Christ. 30 Now I beseech you, brethren, for" the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me 1 in your prayers to God for me; 31 That I may be delivered from them that do not believe in Judaea; and that my service which I have for Jerusalem may be accepted of the saints ; 32 That I may come unto you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed. 33 Now the God of peace be with you all. Amen. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 3 Paul willeth the brethren to greet many, 17 and ad- viseth them to take heed of those which cause dissen- sion and offences, 21 and after sundry salutations end- eth with praise and thanks to God. I COMMEND unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea: 2 That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever busi- ness she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also. 3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: 4 Who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles. 5 Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Salute my wellbeloved Epaenetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia unto Christ. 6 Greet Mary, who bestowed much labour on us. 7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen, and my fellowprisoners, who are of note among the- apostles, who also were in Christ before me. 8 ' Greet Amplias my beloved in the Lord. 9 Salute Urbane, our helper in Christ, and Stachys my beloved. 10 Salute Apelles approved in Christ. Salute them which are of Aristobulus' household. 11 Salute Herodion my kinsman. Greet them that be of the household of Narcissus, which are in the Lord. 12 Salute, Tryphena and Tryphosa, who labour in the Lord. Salute, the beloved Persis, which laboured much in the Lord. 13 Salute Rufus chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine. 14 Salute Asynoritus, Phlegon, Hermas, Pa- trobas, Hermes, and the brethren which are with them. 15 Salute Philologus, and Julia, Nereus, and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints which are with them. 16 Salute one another with an holy kiss. The churches of Christ salute you. 17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisons and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. 18 For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ," but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple. 19 For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning- evil. 20 And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord 798 The apostle's salutation, and I. CORINTHIANS, I. (1) exhortation to unity. Jesus Christ be with you. Amen. 21 Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you. 22 I Tertius, who wrote this epistle, salute you in the Lord. 23 Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother. 24 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. 25 Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began, 26 But now is made manifest, and by the scrip- tures of the prophets, according to the com- mandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith: 27 To God only wise, the glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen. THE FIRST EPISTLE OF PAUL THE APOSTLE TO THE Corinthians. CHAPTER I. (1) After his salutation and thanksgiving, 10 He exhorteth them to unity, and 12 reproveth their dissensions. 18 God destroyeth the wisdom of the wise, 21 by the foolishness of preaching, and 26 calleth not the wise, mighty, and noble, but 27, 28 the foolish, weak, and men of no account. PAUL, called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother, 2 Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both their's and our's: 3 Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. 4 I thank my God always on your behalf, for the grace of God which is given you by Jesus Christ; 5 That in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge; 6 Even as the testimony of Christ was con- firmed in you: 7 So that ye come behind in no gift; waiting for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ: 8 Who shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined to- gether in + he same mind and in the same judg- ment. 11 For it hath been declared unto me of you, my brethren, by them which are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. 12 Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of Apollos; and I of Cephas; and I of Christ. 13 Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul? 14 I thank God that I baptized none of you, but Crispus and Gaius; 15 Lest any should say that I had baptized in mine own name. 16 And I baptized also the household of Stephanas: besides, I know not whether I bap- tized any other. 17 For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. 18 For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written, I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and will bring to nothing the under- standing of the prudent. 20 Where is the wise? where is the scribe? where is the disputer of this world? hath not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? 21 For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe. 22 For the Jews require a sign, and the Greeks seek after wisdom: 23 But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness; 24 But unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. 25 Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men. 26 For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called: 797 ft Manner of Paul's preaching. I. CORINTHIANS, II. (2) Christ the only foundation. 27 But God hath, chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to con- found the things which are mighty; 28 And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to nought things that are:. 29 That no flesh should glory in his presence. 30 But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption: 31 That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. CHAPTER II. (2) He declareth that his preaching, 1 though it bring not excellency of speech, or of 4 human wisdom: yet con- Sisteth in the 4, 5 power of God; and so far excelleth 6 the wisdom of this world, and 9 human sense, as that 14 the natural man cannot understand it. AND I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wis- dom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. 2 For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified. 3 And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling. 4 And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: 5 That your faith should not stand in the wis- dom of men, but in the power of God. 6 Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not the wisdom of this world, nor of the princes of this world, that come to nought: 7 But we speak the wisdom of God in a mys- tery, even the hidden wisdom, which God or- dained before the world unto our glory: 8 Which none of the princes of this world knew: for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. 9 But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him. 10 But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God. 11 For what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him? even so the things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God. 12 Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God. 13 Which things also we speak, not in the words which man's wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual. 14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolish- ness unto him: neither can he know them, be- cause they are spiritually discerned. 15 But he that is spiritual judgeth all things, yet he himself is judged of no man. 16 For who hath known the mind of the Lord, that he may instruct him? But we have tho mind of Christ., CHAPTER III. (3) 2 Milk is fit for children. 3 Strife and division, argu- ments of a fleshly mind. 7 He that planteth, and he that watereth, is nothing. 9 The ministers are God's fellowworkmen. 11 Christ the only foundation. 16 Men the temples of God, which 17 must be kept holy. 19 The wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. AND I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. 2 I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able. 3 For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men? 4 For while one saith, I am of Paul; and an- other, I am of Apollos; are ye not carnal? 5 Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos, but ministers by whom ye believed, even as the Lord gave to every man? 6 I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase. 7 So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth: but God that giveth the increase. 8 Now he that planteth and he that watereth are one: and every man shall receive his own re- ward according to his own labour. 9 For we are labourers together with God: ye are God's husbandry, ye are God's building. 10 According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth there- on. But let every man take heed how he build- eth thereupon. 11 For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ. 12 Now if any man build upon this foundation gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble; 13 Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is. 14 If any man's work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward. 15 If any man's work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire. 16 Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? 17 If any man defile the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are. 18 Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise. 798 Distinctions are from God. I. COKINTHIANS, IV. (4) Of the incestuous person. 19 For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their own craftiness. 20 And again, The Lord knoweth the thoughts of the wise, that they are vain. 21 Therefore let no man glory in men. For all things are yours; 22 Whether Paul, or Apollos, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come; all are your's; 23 And ye are Christ's; and Christ is God's. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 In whaU account the ministers ought to be had. 7 We have nothing which we have not received. 9 The apostles spectacles to the world, angels, and men, I'd the filth and off scouring of the world: 15 yet our fath- ers in Christ, 16 whom we ought to follow. T ET a man so account of us, as of the minis- -Li ters of Christ, and stewards of the mys- teries of God. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. 3 But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, or of man's judgment: yea, I judge not mine own self. 4 For I know nothing by myself; yet am I not hereby justified: but he that judgeth me is the Lord. 5 Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God. 6 And these things, brethren, I have in a fig- ure transferred to myself and to Apollos for your sakes; that ye might learn in us not to think of men above that which is written, that no one of you be puffed up for one against an- other. 7 For who maketh thee to differ from an- other? and what hast thou that thou didst not receive? now if thou didst receive it, why dost thou glory, as if thou hadst not received it? 8 Now ye are full, now ye are rich, ye have reigned as kings without us: and I would to God ye did reign, that we also might reign with you. 9 For I think that God hath set forth us the apostles last, as it were appointed to death: for we are made a spectacle unto the world, and to angels, and to men. 10 We are fools for Christ's sake, but ye are wise in Christ; we are weak, but ye are strong; ye are honourable, but we are despised. 11 Even unto this present hour we both hun- ger, and thirst, and are naked, and are buffeted, and have no certain dwellingplace; 12 And labour, working with our own hands: being reviled, we 1 bless; being persecuted, we suffer it: 13 Being defamed, we intreat: we are made as the filth of the world, and are the offscouring of all things unto this day. 14 I write not these things to shame you, but as my beloved sons I warn you. 15 For though ye have ten thousand instruct- ed in Christ, yet have ye not many fathers: for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the gospel. 16 Wherefore I beseech you, be ye followers of me. 17 For this cause have I sent unto you Timo- theus, who is my beloved son, and faithful in the Lord, who shall bring you into remembrance of my ways which be in Christ, as I teach every where in every church. 18 Now some are puffed up, as though I would not come to you. 19 But I will come to you shortly, if the Lord will, and will know, not the speech of them which are puffed up, but the power. 20 For the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power. 21 What will ye? shall I come unto you with a rod, or in love, and in the spirit of meekness? CHAPTER V. (5) 1 The incestuous person 6 is cause rather of shame unto them, than of rejoicing. 7 The old leaven is to be purged out. 10 Heinous offenders are to be shunned and avoided. IT is reported commonly that there is forni- cation among you, and such fornication as is not so much as named among the Gentiles, that one should have his father's wife. 2 And ye are puffed up, and have not rather mourned, that he that hath done this deed might be taken away from among you. 3 For I verily, as absent in body, but present in spirit, have judged already, as though I were present, concerning him that hath so done this deed, 4 In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, when ye are gathered together, and my spirit, with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ, 5 To deliver such an one unto Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. 6 Your glorying is not good. Know ye not that a little leaven leaveneth the whole lump? 7 Purge out therefore the old leaven, that ye may be a new lump, as ye are unleavened. For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us: 8 Therefore let us keep the feast, not with old leaven, neither with the leaven of malice and wickedness; but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. 9 I wrote unto you in an epistle not to com- pany with fornicators: 10 Yet not altogether with the fornicators of this world, or with the covetous, or extortion- ers, or with idolaters; for then must ye needs go out of the world. 11 But now I have written unto you not to keep company, if any. man that is called a brother be a fornicator, or covetous, or an idola- ter, or a railer, or a drunkard, or an extortioner; with such an one no not to eat. 799 -J I* Against going to law. I. CORINTHIANS, VI. (6) He treateth of marriage. 12 For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do not ye judge them that are within? 13 But them that are without God judgeth. Therefore put away from among yourselves that wicked person. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The Corinthians must not vex their brethren, in going to law with them: G especially under infidels. 9 The unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God. 13 Our hodies are the members of Christ, 19 and temples of the Holy Ghost 16, 17 They must not therefore be denied. DARE any of you, having a matter against another, go to law before the unjust, and not before the saints? 2 Do ye not know that the saints shall judge the world? and if the world shall be judged by you, are ye unworthy to judge the smallest mat- ters? 3 Know ye not that we shall judge angels? how much more things that pertain to this life? 4 If then ye have judgments of things per- taining to this life, set them to judge who are least esteemed in the church. 5 I speak to your shame. Is it so, that there is not a wise man among you? no, not one that shall be able to judge between his brethren? 6 But brother goeth to law with brother, and that before the unbelievers. 7 Now therefore there is utterly a fault among you, because ye go to law one with an- other. Why do ye not rather take wrong? why do ye not rather suffer yourselves to be de- frauded? 8 Nay, ye do wrong, and defraud, and that your brethren. 9 Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulter- ers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, 10 Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. 11 And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justi- fied in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God. 12 All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the pow- er of any. 13 Meats for the belly, and the belly for meats: but God shall destroy both it and them. Now the body is not for fornication, but for the Lord; and the Lord for the body. 14 And God hath both raised up the Lord, and will also raise up us by his own power. 15 Know ye not that your bodies are the mem- bers of Christ? shall I then take the members of Christ, and make them the members of an har- lot? God forbid. 16 What? know ye not that he which is joined to an harlot is one body? for two, saith he, shall be one flesh. 17 But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit. 18 Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that commit- teth fornication sinneth against his own body. 19 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? 20 For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's. CHAPTER VII. (7) 2 He treateth of marriage, 4 shewing it to be a remedy against fornication: 10 and that the bond thereof ought not lightly to be dissolved. 18, 20 Every man must be content with his vocation. 25 Virginity wherefore to be embraced. 35 And for what respects we may either marry, or abstain from marrying. "jVTOW concerning the things whereof ye -i-^l wrote unto me : It is good for a man not to touch a woman. 2 Nevertheless, to avoid fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband. 3 Let the husband render unto the wife due benevolence: and likewise also the wife unto the husband. 4 The wife hath not power of her own body, but the husband: and likewise also the husband hath not power of his own body, but the wife. 5 Defraud ye not one the other, except it be with consent for a time, that ye may give your- selves to fasting and prayer; and come together again, that Satan tempt you not for your in- continency. 6 But I speak this by permission, and not of commandment. 7 For I would that all men were even as I myself. But every man hath his proper gift of God, one after this manner, and another after that. 8 I say therefore to the unmarried and wid- ows, It is good for them if they abide even as I. 9 But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. 10 And unto the married I command, yet not I, but the Lord, Let not the wife depart from her husband: 11 But and if she depart, let her remain un- married, or be reconciled to her husband: and let not the husband put away his wife. 12 But to the rest speak I, not the Lord: If any brother hath a wife that believeth not, and she be pleased to dwell with him, let him not put her away. 13 And the woman which hath an husband that believeth not, and if he be pleased to dwell with her, let her not leave him. 14 For the unbelieving husband is sanctified by the wife, and the unbelieving wife is sancti- fied by the husband: else were your children un- clean; but now are they holy. coo Paul treateth of marriage. I. CORINTHIANS, VIII. (8) Of meats offered to idols. 15 But if the unbelieving depart, let him de- part. A brother or a sister is not under bond- age in such cases: but God hath called us to peace. 16 For what knowest thou, O wife, whether thou shalt save thy husband? or how knowest thou, O man, whether thou shalt save thy wife? 17 But as God hath distributed to every man, as the Lord hath called every one, so let him walk. And so ordain I in all churches. 18 Is any man called being circumcised? let him not become uncircumcised. Is any called in uncircumcision? let him not be circumcised. 19 Circumcision is nothing, and uncircum- cision is nothing, but the keeping of the com- mandments of God. 20 Let every man abide in the same calling wherein he was called. 21 Art thou called being a servant? care not for it: but if thou mayest be made free, use it rather. 22 For he that is called in the Lord, being a servant, is the Lord's freeman: likewise also he that is called, being free, is Christ's servant. 23 Ye are bought with a price; be not ye the servants of men. 21 Brethren, let every man, wherein he is called, therein abide with God. 25 Now concerning virgins I have no com- mandment of the Lord: yet I give my judgment, as one that hath obtained mercy of the Lord to be faithful. 26 I suppose therefore that this is good for the present distress, I say, that it is good for a man so to be. 27 Art thou bound unto a wife? seek not to be loosed. Art thou loosed from a wife? seek not a wife. 28 But and if thou marry, thou hast not sinned; and if a virgin marry, she hath not sinned. Nevertheless* such shall have trouble in the flesh: but I spare you. 29 But this I say, brethren, the time is short: it remaineth, that both they that have wives be as though they had none; 30 And they that weep, as though they wept not; and they that rejoice, as though they re- joiced not; and they that buy, as though they possessed not; 31 And they that use this world, as not abus- ing it: for the fashion of this world passeth away. 32 But I would have you without carefulness. He that is unmarried careth for the things that belong to the Lord, how he may please the Lord: 33 But he that is married oareth for the things that are of the world, how he may please his wife. 34 There is difference also between a wife and a virgin. The unmarried woman careth for the things of the Lord, that she may be holy both in body and in spirit: but she that is married car- eth for the things of the world, how she may please her husband. 35 And this I speak for your own profit; not that I may cast a snare upon you, but for that which is comely, and that ye may attend upon the Lord without distraction. 36 But if any man think that he behaveth him- self uncomely toward his virgin, if she pass the flower of her age, and need so require, let him do what he will, he sinneth not: let them marry. 37 Nevertheless he that standeth stedfast in his heart, having no necessity, but hath power over his own will, and hath so decreed in his heart that he will keep his virgin, doeth well. 38 So then he that giveth her in marriage doeth well; but he that giveth her not in mar- riage doeth better. 39 The wife is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth; but if her husband be dead, she is at liberty to be married to whom she will; only in the Lord. 40 But she is happier if she so abide, after my judgment: and I think also that I have the Spirit of God. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 To abstain from meats offered to idols. 8, 9 We must not abuse our Christian liberty, to the offence of our brethren: 11 but must bridle our knowledge with charity. TVTOW as touching things offered unto idols, -i-^l we know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth. 2 And if any man think that he knoweth any thing, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know. 3 But if any man love God, the same is known of bim. 4 As concerning therefore the eating of those things that are offered in sacrifice unto idols, we know that an idol is nothing in the world, and that there is none other God but one. 5 For though there be that are called gods, whether in heaven or in earth, (as there be gods many, and lords many,) 6 But to us there is but one God, the Father of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him. 7 Howbeit there is not in every man that knowledge: for some with conscience of the idol unto this hour eat it as a thing offered unto an idol; and their conscience being weak is defiled. 8 But meat commendeth us not to God: for neither, if we eat, are we the better; neither, if we eat not, are we the worse. 9 But take heed lest by any means this liberty of your's become a stumblingblock to them that are weak. 10 For if any man see thee which hast knowl- edge sit at meat in the idol's temple, shall not the conscience of him which is weak be embold- ened to eat those things which are offered to idols; 11 And through thy knowledge shall the weak brother perish, for whom Christ died? 12 But when ye sin so against the brethren, 801 1 CO p 1 -1 g p to p < • h- 1 CD ca hi E o N . 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AM I not an apostle? am I not free? have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord? are not ye my work in the Lord? 2 If I be not an apostle unto others, yet doubtless I am to you: for the seal of mine apos- tleship are ye in the Lord. 3 Mine answer to them that do examine me is this, 4 Have we not power to eat and to drink? 5 Have we not power to lead about a sister, a wife, as well as other apostles, and as the brethren of the Lord, and Cephas? 6 Or I only and Barnabas, have not we power to forbear working? 7 Who goeth a warfare any time at his own charges? who planteth a vineyard, and eateth not of the fruit thereof? or who feedeth a flock, and eateth not of the milk of the flock? 8 Say I these things as a man? or saith not the law the same also? 9 For it is written in the law of Moses, Thou shalt not muzzle the mouth of the ox that tread- eth out the corn. Doth God take care for oxen? 10 Or saith he it altogether for our sakes? For our sakes, no doubt, this is written: that he that ploweth should plow in hope; and that he that thresheth in hope should be partaker of his hope. 11 If we have sown unto you spiritual things, is it a great thing if we shall reap your carnal things? 12 If others be partakers of this power over you, are not we rather? Nevertheless we have not used this power; but suffer all things, lest we should hinder the gospel of Christ. 13 Do ye not know that they which minister about holy things live of the things of the tem- ple? and they which wait at the altar are par- takers with the altar? 14 Even so hath the Lord ordained that they which preach the gospel should live of the gos- pel. 15 But I have used none of these things: neither have I written these things, that it should be so done unto me: for it were better for me to die, than that any man should make my glorying void. 16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gos- pel! 17 For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me. 18 What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gos- pel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel. 19 For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more. 20 And unto the Jews I became as a Jew, that I might gain the Jews; to them that are under the law, as under the law, that I might gain them that are under the law; 21 To them that are without law, as without law, (being not without law to God, but under the law to Christ,) that I might gain them that are without law. 22 To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak : I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some. 23 And this I do for the gospel's sake, that I might be partaker thereof with you. 24 Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. 25 And every man that striveth for the mas- tery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incor- ruptible. 26 I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: 27 But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 The sacraments of the Jews 6 are types of our's, 7 and their punishments, 11 examples for us. 14 We must fly from idolatry. 21 We must not make the Lord's table the table cf devils: 24 and in things indifferent we must have regard of our brethren. MOREOVER, brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, and all passed through the sea; 2 And were all baptized unto Moses in the cloud and in the sea; 3 And did all eat the same spiritual meat; 4 And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that fol- lowed them: and that Rock was Christ. 5 But with many of them God was not well pleased: for they were overthrown in the wil- derness. 6 Now these things were our examples, to the intent we should not lust after evil things, as they also lusted. 7 Neither be ye idolaters, as were some of them; as it is written, The people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play. 8 Neither let us commit fornication, as some of them committed, and fell in one day three and twenty thousand. 9 Neither let us tempt Christ, as some of 802 f a » a • - . CO oo Q 2. p- y ~ £ » ' t" 1

    £ -. H g M P (C B P" 8- 3" 2 S- w ©*£|W eg- * a ^§ ^ e-l s * 5 c ps * B To ilee from idolatry. I. CORINTHIANS, XI. (11) Rules for divers worship. them also tempted, and were destroyed of ser- pents. 10 Neither murmur ye, as some of them also murmured, and were destroyed of the destroyer. 11 Now all these things happened unto them for ensamples: and they are written for our ad- monition, upon whom the ends of the world are come. 12 Wherefore let him that thinketh he stand- eth take heed lest he fall. 13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. 14 Wherefore, my dearly beloved, flee from idolatry. 15 I speak as to wise men; judge ye what I say. 16 The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ? 17 For we being many are one bread, and one body; for we are all partakers of that one bread. 18 Behold Israel after the flesh: are not they which eat of the sacrifices partakers of the al- tar? 19 What say I then? that the idol is any thing, or that which is offered in sacrifice to idols is any thing? 20 But I say, that the things which the Gen- tiles sacrifice, they sacrifice to devils, and not to God: and I would not that ye should have fellow- ship with devils. 21 Ye cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: ye cannot be partakers of the Lord's table, and of the table of devils. 22 Do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than he? 23 All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. 24 Let no man seek his own, but every man another's wealth. 25 Whatsoever is sold in the shambles, that eat, asking no question for conscience sake: 26 For the earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof. 27 If any of them that believe not bid you to a feast, and ye be disposed to go; whatsoever is set before you, eat, asking no question for con- science sake. 28 But if any man say unto you, This is of- fered in sacrifice unto idols, eat not for his sake that shewed it, and for conscience sake: for the earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof: 29 Conscience, I say, not thine own, but of the other: for why is my liberty judged of another man's conscience? 30 For if I by grace be a partaker, why am I evil spoken of for that for which I give thanks? 31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. 32 Give none offence, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the church of God: 33 Even as I please all men in all things, not seeking mine own profit, but the profit of many, that they may be saved. CHAPTER XI. (11) 1 He reproveth them, because in holy assemblies 4 their men prayed with their heads covered, and 6 women with their heads uncovered, 17 and because generally their meetings were not for the better but for the ■worse, as 21 namely in profaning with their own feasts the Lord's supper. 23 Lastly, he calleth them to the first institution thereof. BE ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ. 2 Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remem- ber me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered them to you. 3 But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman is the man; and the head of Christ is God. 4 Every man praying or prophesying, having his head covered, dishonoureth his head. 5 But every woman that prayeth or prophe- sieth with her head uncovered dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven. 6 For if the woman be not covered, let her also be shorn: but if it be a shame for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her be covered. 7 For a man indeed ought not to cover his head, forasmuch as he is the image and glory of God: but the woman is the glory of the man. 8 For the man is not of the woman; but the woman of the man. 9 Neither was the man created for the wom- an; but the woman for the man. 10 For this cause ought the woman to have power on her head because of the angels. 11 Nevertheless neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord. 12 For as the woman is of the man, even so is the man also by the woman; but all things of God. 13 Judge in yourselves: is it comely that a woman pray unto God uncovered? 14 Doth not even nature itself teach you, that, if a man have long hair, it is a shame unto him? 15 But if a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her: for her hair is given her for a covering. 16 But if any man seem to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither the churches of God. 17 Now in this that I declare unto you I praise you not, that ye come together not for the better, but -for the worse. 18 For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you ; and I partly believe it. 19 For there must be also heresies among 803 //«/ Spiritual gifts , I. CORINTHIANS, XII. (12) are diversely bestowed. you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you. 20 When ye come together therefore into one place, this is not to eat the Lord's supper. 21 For in eating every one taketh before other his own supper: and one is hungry, and another is drunken. 22 What? have ye not houses to eat and to drink in? or despise ye the church of God, and shame them that have not? What shall I say to you? shall I praise you in this? I praise you not. 23 For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread: 24 And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me. 25 After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. 26 For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lord's death till he come. 27 Wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. 28 But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup. 29 For he that eateth and drinketh unworth- ily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. 30 For this cause many are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep. 31 For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged. 32 But when we are judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world. 33 Wherefore, my brethren, when ye come together to eat, tarry one for another. 34 And if any man hunger, let him eat at home; that ye come not together unto condemna- tion. And the rest will I set in order when I come. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 Spiritual gifts 4 are divers, 7 yet all to profit withal. 8 And to that end are diversely bestowed: 12 that by the like proportion, as the members of a natural body tend all to the 16 mutual decency, 22 service, and 2(3 succour of the same body; 27 so we should do one for another, to make up the mystical body of Christ. "jVTOW concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I -i-^l would not have you ignorant. 2 Ye know that ye were Gentiles, carried awav unto these dumb idols, even as ye were led/ 3 Wherefore I give you to understand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God calleth Jesus accursed: and that no man can say that Jesus is" the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost. 4 Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. 5 And there are differences of administra- tions, but the same Lord. 6 And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all. 7 But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. 8 For to one is given by the Spirit the word of wisdom; to another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit; 9 To another faith by the same Spirit; to an- other the gifts of healing by the same Spirit; 10 To another the working of miracles; to an- other prophecy; to another discerning of spirits; to another divers kinds of tongues; to another the interpretation of tongues: 11 But all these worketh that one and the self- same Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will. 12 For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ. 13 For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. 14 For the body is not one member, but many. 15 If the foot shall say, Because I am not the hand, I am not of the body; is it therefore not of the body? 16 And if the ear shall say, Because I am not the eye, I am not of the body; is it therefore not of the body? 17 If the whole body were an eye, where were the hearing? If the whole were hearing, where were the smelling? 18 But now hath God set the members every one of them in the body, as it hath pleased him. 19 And if they were all one member, where were the body? 20 But now are they many members, yet but one body. 21 And the eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of thee: nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you. 22 Nay, much more those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, are neces- sary: 23 And those members of the body, which we think to be less honourable, upon these we be- stow more abundant honour; and our uncomely parts have more abundant comeliness. 24 For our comely parts have no need: but God hath tempered the body together, having given more abundant honour to that part which lacked: 25 That there should be no schism in the' body; but that the members should have the came care one for another. 26 And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be hon- oured, all the members rejoice with it. 27 Now ye are the body of Christ, and mem- bers in particular. 28 And God hath set some in the church, first 804 Prophecy is preferred I. CORINTHIANS, XIII. (13) to the gift of tongue. apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues. 29 Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles? 30 Have all the gifts of healing? do all speak with tongues? do all interpret? 31 But covet earnestly the best gifts: and yet shew I unto you a more excellent way. CHAPTER XIII. (13) 1 All gifts, 2, 3 how excellent soever, are nothing worth without charity. 4 The praises thereof, and 13 pre- lation before hope and faith. THOUGH I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. 2 And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could re- move mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing. 3 And though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing. 4 Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, 5 Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; 6 Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; 7 Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things. 8 Charity never faileth: but whether there be prophecies, they shall fail; whether there be tongues, they shall cease; whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away. 9 For we know in part, and we prophesy in part. 10 But when that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part shall be done away. 11. When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things. 12 For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known. 13 And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 Prophecy is commended, 2, 3, 4 and preferred before speaking with tongues, 6 by a comparison drawn from musical instruments. 12 Both must be referred to edi- fication, 22 as to their true and proper end. 26 The true use of each is taught, 27 and the abuse taxed. 34 Women are forbidden to speak in the church. FOLLOW after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy. 2 For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man under standeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries. 3 But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort. 4 He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edi- fieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church. 5 I would that ye all spake with tongues, but rather that ye prophesied: for greater is he that prophesieth than he that speaketh with tongues, except he interpret, that the church may receive edifying. 6 Now, brethren, if I cornel unto you speaking with tongues, what shall I profit you, except I chall speak to you either by revelation, or by knowledge, or by prophesying, or by doctrine? 7 And even things without life giving sound, whether pipe or harp, except they give a distinc- tion in the sounds, how shall it be known what is piped or harped? 8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, who shall prepare himself to the battle? 9 So likewise ye, except ye utter by the tongue words easy to be understood, how shall it be known what is spoken? for ye shall speak into the air. 10 There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is with- out signification. 11 Therefore if I know not the meaning of the voice, I shall be unto him that speaketh a bar- barian, and he that speaketh shall be a bar- barian unto me. 12 Even so ye, forasmuch as ye are zealous of spiritual gifts, seek that ye may excel to the edi- fying of the church. 13 Wherefore let him that speaketh in an un- known tongue pray that he may interpret. 14 For if I pr^y in an unknown tongue, my spirit prayeth, but my understanding is un- fruitful. 15 What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also: I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also. 16 Else when thou shalt bless with the spirit, how shall he that occupieth the room of the un- learned say Amen at thy giving of thanks, seeing he understandeth not what thou sayest? 17 For thou verily givest thanks well, but the other is not edified. 18 I thank my God, I speak with tongues more than ye all: 19 Yet in the church I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that by my voice I might teach others also, than ten thousand words in an unknown tongue. 20 Brethren, be not children in understand- ing: howbeit in malice be ye children, but in understanding be men. 21 In the law it is written, With men of other tongues and other lips will I speak unto this peo- ple; and yet for all that will they not hear me, saith the Lord. _J C05 v*i The use of each is taught. I. CORINTHIANS, XV. (15) Of Christ's resurrection. 22 Wherefore tongues are for a sign, not to them that believe, but to them that believe not: but prophesying serveth not for them that be- lieve not, but for them which believe. 23 If therefore the whole church be come to- gether into one place, and all speak with tongues, and there come in those that are un- learned, or unbelievers, will they not say that ye are mad? 24 But if all prophesy, and there come in one that believeth not, or one unlearned, he is con- vinced of all, he is judged of all: 25 And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest; and so falling down on his face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth. 26 How is it then, brethren? when ye come together, every one of you hath a psalm, hath a doctrine, hath a tongue, hath a revelation, hath an interpretation. Let all things be done unto edifying. 27 If any man speak in an unknown tongue, let it be by two, or at the most by three, and that by course; and let one interpret. 28 But if there be no interpreter, let him keep silence in the church; and let him speak to him- self, and to God. 29 Let the prophets speak two or three, and let the other judge. 30 If any thing be revealed to another that sitteth by, let the first hold his peace. 31 For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted. 32 And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets. 33 For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. 34 Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but they are commanded to be under obedience, as also saith the law. 35 And if they will learn any thing, let them ask their husbands at home: for it is a shame for women to speak in the church. 36 What? came the word of God out from you? or came it unto you only? 37 If any man think himself to be a prophet, or spiritual, let him acknowledge that the things that I write unto you are the commandments of the Lord. 38 But if any man be ignorant, let him be ig- norant. 39 Wherefore, brethren, covet to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues. 40 Let all things be done decently and in or- der. CHAPTER XV. (15) 3 By Christ's resurrection, 12 he proveth the necessity of our re ?urrection, against all such as deny the resur- rection cl the .body. 21 The fruit, 35 and manner thereof, 51 and of the changing of them, that shall be found alive at the last day. MOREOVER, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: 5 And that he was seen of Cephas, then of the twelve: 6 After that, he was seen of above five hun- dred brethren at once; of whom the greater part remain unto this present, but some are fallen asleep. 7 After that, he was seen of James; then of all the apostles. 8 And last of all he was seen of me also, as of one born out of due time. 9 For I am the least of the apostles, that am not meet to be called an apostle, because I per- secuted the church of God. 10 But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me. 11 Therefore whether it were I or they, so we preach, and so ye believed. 12 Now if Christ be preached that he rose from the dead, how say some among you that there is no resurrection of the dead? 13 But if there be no resurrection of the dead, then is Christ not risen: 14 And if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith is also vain. 15 Yea, and we are found false witnesses of God; because we have testified of God that he raised up Christ: whom he raised not up, if so be that the dead rise not. 16 For if the dead rise not, then is not Christ raised: 17 And if Christ be not raised, your faith is vain; ye are yet in your sins. 18 Then they also which are fallen asleep in Christ are perished. 19 If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable. 20 But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstf ruits of them that slept. 21 For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. 22 For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive. 23 But every man in his own order: Christ the firstf ruits; afterward they that are Christ's at his coming. 24 Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have put down all rule and all authority and power. 25 For he must reign, till he hath put all ene- mies under his feet. 806 Manner of I. CORINTHIANS, XVI. (16) the resurrection. 26 The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death. 27 For he hath put all things under his feet. But when he saith all things are put under him, it is manifest that he is excepted, which did put all things under him. 28 And when all things shall be subdued unto him, then shall the Son also himself be subject unto him that put all things under him, that God may be all in all. 29 Else what shall they do which are baptized for the dead, if the dead rise not at all? why are they then baptized for the dead? 30 And why stand we in jeopardy every hour? 31 I protest by your rejoicing which I have in Christ Jesus our Lord, I die daily. 32 If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts at Ephesus, what advantageth it me, if the dead rise not? let us eat and drink; for to morrow we die. 33 Be not deceived: evil communications cor- rupt good manners. 34 Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame. 35 But some man will say, How are the dead raised up? and with what body do they come? 36 Thou fool, that which thou sowest is not quickened, except it die: 37 And that which thou sowest, thou sowest not that body that shall be, but bare grain, it may chance of wheat, or of some other grain: 38 But God giveth it a body as it hath pleased him, and to every seed his own body. 39 All flesh is not the same flesh: but there is one kind of flesh of men, another flesh of beasts, another of fishes, and another of birds. 40 There are also celestial bodies, and bodies terrestrial: but the glory of the celestial is one, and the glory of the terrestrial is another. 41 There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars: for one star differeth from another star in glory. 42 So also is the resurrection of the dead. It is sown in corruption; it is raised in incorrup- tion: 44 It is sown in dishonour; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: 44 It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. There is a natural body, and there is a spiritual body. 45 And so it is written, The first man Adam was made a living soul; the last Adam was made a quickening spirit. 46 Howbeit that was not first which is spirit- ual, but that which is natural; and afterward that which is spiritual. 47 The first man is of the earth, earthy: the second man is the Lord from heaven. 48 As is the earthy, such are they also that are earthy: and as is the heavenly, such are they also that are heavenly. 49 And as we have borne the image of the earthy, we shall ilso bear the image of the heavenly. 50 Now this I say, brethren, that flesh and blood cannot Inherit the kingdom of God; neither doth corruption inherit incorruption. 51 Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, 52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. 53 For this corruptible must put on incorrup- tion, and this mortal must put on immortality. 54 So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. 55 O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? 56 The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. 57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye sted- fast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. CHAPTER XVI. (16) 1 Ee exhorteth them to relieve the want of the brethren at Jerusalem. 10 Commendeth Timothy, 13 and after friendly admonitions, 16 shutteth up his epistle with divers salutations. 1VTOW concerning the collection for the -i-^l saints, as I have given order to the churches of Galatia, even so do ye. 2 Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as God hath pros- pered him, that there be no gatherings when I come. 3 And when I come, whomsoever ye shall ap- prove by your letters, them will I send to bring your liberality unto Jerusalem. 4 And if it be meet that I go also, they shall go with me. 5 Now I will come unto you, when I shall pass through Macedonia: for I do pass through Mace- donia. 6 And it may be that I will abide, yea, and winter with you, that ye may bring me on my journey whithersoever I go. 7 For I will not see you now by the way; but I trust to tarry a while with you, if the Lord permit. 8 But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost. 9 For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries. 10 Now if Timotheus come, see that he may be with you without fear: for he worketh the work of the Lord, as I also do. 11 Let no man therefore despise him: but con- duct him forth in peace, that he may come unto me: for I look for him with the brethren. 807 The apostle encourageth them II. CORINTHIANS, I. (1) against tribulation. 12 As touching our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren; but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have covenient time. 13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. 14 Let all your things be done with charity. 15 I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the saints,) 16 That ye submit yourselves unto such, and to every one that helpeth with us, and laboureth. 17 I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus: for that which was lacking on your part they have supplied. 18 For they have refreshed my spirit and your's: therefore acknowledge ye them that are such. 19 The churches of Asia salute you. Aquila and Priscilla salute you much in the Lord, with the church that is in their house. 20 All the brethren greet you. Greet ye one another with an holy kiss. 21 The salutation of me Paul with mine own hand. 22 If any man love not the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be Anathema Maran-atha. 23 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. 24 My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen. THE SECOND EPISTLE OF PAUL THE APOSTLE TO THE Corinthians. CHAPTER I. (1) 3 The apostle encourageth them against troubles, by the comforts and deliverances which God had given him, as in all his afflictions, 8 so particularly in his late danger in Asia. 12 And calling both his own con- science and their's to witness of his sincere manner of preaching the immutable truth of the gospel, 15 he excuseth his not coming to them, as proceeding not of lightness, but of his lenity towards them. PAUL, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, unto the church of God which is at Corinth, with all the saints which are in all Achaia: 2 Grace be to you and peace from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort; 4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God. 5 For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ. 6 And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 7 And our hope of you is stedfast, knowing, that as ye are partakers of the sufferings, so shall ye be also of the consolation. 8 For we would not, brethren, have you ignor- ant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life: 9 But we had the sentence of death in our- selves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God which raiseth the dead: 10 Who delivered us from so great a death, and doth deliver: in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us; 11 Ye also helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many persons thanks may be given by many on our behalf. 12 For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sin- cerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward. 13 For we write none other things unto you, than what ye read or acknowledge; and I trust ye shall acknowledge even to the end; 14 As also ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoicing, even as ye also are our's in the day of the Lord Jesus. 15 And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that ye might have a sec- ond benefit; 16 And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you, and of you to be brought on my way toward Judaea. 17 When I therefore was thus minded, did I use lightness? or the things that I purpose, do 1 purpose according to the flesh, that with me there should be yea yea, and nay nay? 18 But as God is true, our word toward you was not yea and nay. 19 For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by us, even by me and Sil- vanus and Timotheus, was not yea and nay, but in him was yea. 36 808 Of excommunicated persons, 20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us. 21 Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God; 22 Who hath also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts. 23 Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth. 24 Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Having shewed the reason why he came not to them, 6 he requireth them to forgive and to comfort that excommunicated person, 10 even as himself also upon his true repentance had forgiven him, 12 declaring withal why he departed from Troas to Macedonia, 14 and the happy success which God gave to his preach- ing in all places. BUT I determined this with myself, that I would not come again to you in heaviness. 2 For if I make you sorry, who is he then that maketh me glad, but the same which is made sorry by me? 3 And I wrote this same unto you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow from them of whom I ought to rejoice; having confidence in you all, that my joy is the joy of you all. 4 For out of much affliction and anguish of heart I wrote unto you with many tears; not that ye should be grieved, but that ye might know the love which I have more abundantly unto you. 5 But if any have caused grief, he hath not grieved me, but in part: that I may not over- charge you all. 6 Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many. 7 So that contrariwise ye ought rather to for- give him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow. 8 Wherefore I beseech you that ye would con- firm your love toward him. 9 For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things. 10 To whom ye forgive any thing, I forgive also: for if I forgave any thing, to whom I for- gave it, for your sakes forgave I it in the person of Christ; 11 Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices. 12 Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ's gospel, and a door was opened unto me of the Lord, 13 I had no rest in my spirit, because I found not Titus my brother: but taking my leave of them, I went from thence into Macedonia. 14 Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place. II. CORINTHIANS, II. (2) Success of Paul's preaching. 15 For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish: 16 To the one we are the savour of death unto death; and to the other the savour of life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things? 17 For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ. CHAPTER III. (3) 1 Lest their false teachers should charge him with vainglory, he sheweth the faith and graces of the Corinthians to be a sufficient commendation of his ministry. 6 Whereupon entering a comparison be- tween the ministers of the law and of the gospel, Vi. he proveth that his ministry is so far the more ex- cellent, as the gospel of life and liberty is more glor- ious than the law of condemnation. DO we begin again to commend ourselves? or need we, as some others, epistles of com- mendation to you, or letters of commendation from you? 2 Ye are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men: 3 Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart. 4 And such trust have we through Christ >to God-ward: 5 Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think anything as of ourselves; but our suffi- ciency is of God; 6 Who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament; not of the letter, but of the spirit: for the letter killeth, but the spirit giveth life. 7 But if the ministration of death, written and engraven in stones, was glorious, so that the children of Israel could not stedfastly be- hold the face of Moses for the glory of his coun- tenance; which glory was to be done away: 8 How shall not the ministration of the spirit be rather glorious? 9 For if the ministration of condemnation be glory, much more doth the ministration of right- eousness exceed in glory. 10 For even that which was made glorious had no glory in this respect, by reason of the glory that excelleth. 11 For if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remaineth is glorious. 12 Seeing then that we have such hope, we use great plainness of speech: 13 And not as Moses, which put a vail over his face, that the children of Israel could not sted- fastly look to the end of that which is abolished: 14 But their minds were blinded: for until this day remaineth the same vail untaken away in the reading of the old testament; which vail is done away in Christ. 15 But even unto this day, when Moses is read, the vail is upon their heart. 8oa Paul's sincerity in II. CORINTHIANS, IV. (4) preaching the gospel. 16 Nevertheless when it shall turn to the Lord, the vail shall be taken away. 17 Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. 18 But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 He aeclareth how he hath used all sincerity and faith- ful diligence in preaching the gospel, 7 and how the troubles and persecutions which he daily endured for the same did redound to the praise of God's power, VI to the benefit of the church, 16 and to the apostle's own eternal glory. THEREFORE seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; 2 But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending our- selves to every man's conscience in the sight of God. 3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: . 4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. 5 For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake. 6 For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 7 But we have this treasure in earthen ves- sels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. 8 We are troubled on every side, yet not dis- tressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; 10 Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body. 11 For we which live are alway delivered unto death for Jesus' sake, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our mortal flesh. 12 So then death worketh in us, but life in you. 13 We having the same spirit of faith, accord- ing as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak; 14 Knowing that he which raised up the Lord Jesus shall raise up us also by Jesus, and shall present us with you. 15 For all things are for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God. 16 For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. 17 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; 18 While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 That in his assured hope of immortal glory, 9 and in expectance of it, and of the general judgment, he la- boureth to keep a good conscience, 12 not that he may herein boast of himself, 11 but as one that, having re- ceived life from Christ, endeavoureth to live as a new creature to Christ only, 18 and by his ministry of re- conciliation to reconcile others also in Christ to God. FOR we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 2 For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven : 3 If so be that being clothed we shall not be found naked. 4 For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be un- clothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life. 5 Now he that hath wrought us for the self- same thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit. 6 Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord: 7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:) 8 We are confident, I sciy, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. 9 Wherefore we labour, that, whether pres- ent or absent, we may be accepted of him. 10 For we must all appear before the judg- ment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad. 11 Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; but we are made manifest unto God; and I trust also are made manifest in your consciences. 12 For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our be- half, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart. 13 For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause. 14 For the love of Christ constraineth us; be- cause we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead: 15 And that he died for all, that thej which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again. 16 Wherefore henceforth know we no man 810 Paul's faithful ministry. II. CORINTHIANS, VI. (6) Effect of godly sorrow. after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more. 17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; be- hold, all things are become new. 18 And all things are of God, who hath recon- ciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; 19 To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their tres- passes unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation. 20 Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God. 21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the right- eousness of God in him. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 That he hath approved himself a faithful minister of Christ, hoth by his exhortations, 3 and by integrity of life, 4 and by patient enduring all kinds of affliction and disgraces for the gospel. 10 Of which he speak- eth the more boldly amongst them, because his heart is open to them, 13 and he expecteth the like affection from them again, 14 exhorting to flee the society and pollutions of idolaters, as being themselves temples of the living God WE then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain. 2 (For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I suc- coured thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.) 3 Giving no offence in any thing, that the min- istry be not blamed: 4 But in all things approving ourselves as the ministers of God, in much patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses, 5 In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labours, in watchings, in fastings; 6 By pureness, by knowledge, by longsuffer- ing, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love un- feigned, 7 By the word of truth, by the power of God, by the armour of righteousness on the right hand and on the left, 8 By honour and dishonour, by evil report and good report: as deceivers, and yet true; 9 As unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and, behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed; 10 As sorrowful, yet alway rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things. 11 O ye Corinthians, our mouth is open unto you, our heart is enlarged. 12 Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels. 13 Now for a recompence in the same, (I speak as unto my children,) be ye also enlarged. 14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with H unbelievers; for what fellowship hath righteous- ness with unrighteousness? and what com- munion hath light with darkness? 15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an in- fidel? 16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the liv- ing God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. 17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, 18 And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Al- mighty. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 He proceedeth in exhorting them to purity of life, U and to bear him like affection as he doth to them. 3 Whereof lest he might seem to doubt, he declareth what comfort he took in his afflictions, by the report which Titus gave of their godly sorrow, which his former epistle had wrought in them, 13 and of their lovingkindnessi and obedience towards Titus, answer- able to his former boastings of them. AVING therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holi- ness in the fear of God. 2 Receive us; we have wronged no man, we have corrupted no man, we have defrauded no man. 3 I speak not this to condemn you: for I have said before, that ye are in our hearts to die and live with you. 4 Great is my boldness of speech toward you, great is my glorying of you: I am filled with comfort, I am exceeding joyful in all our tribu- lation. 5 For, when we were come into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; without were fightings, within were fears. 6 Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus; 7 And not by his coming only, but by the con- solation wherewith he was comforted in you, when he told us your earnest desire, your mourn- ing, your fervent mind toward me; so that I re- joiced the more. 8 For though I made you sorry with a letter, I do not repent, though I did repent: for I per- ceive that the same epistle hath made you sorry, though it were but for a season. 9 Now I rejoice, not that ye were made sorry, but that ye sorrowed to repentance: for ye were made sorry after a godly manner, that ye might receive damage by us in nothing. 10 For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death. 11 For behold this selfsame thing, that ye 811 Liberality of the Macedonians. II. CORINTHIANS, VIII. (8) ^Exhortation to liberality. sorrowed after a godly sort, what carefulness it wrought in you, yea, what clearing of your- selves, yea, what indignation, yea, what fear, yea, what vehement desire, yea, what zeal, yea, what revenge! In all things ye have approved yourselves to be clear in this matter. 12 Wherefore, though I wrote unto you, 1 did it not for his cause that had done the wrong, nor for his cause that suffered wrong, but that our care for you in the sight of God might ap- pear unto you. 13 Therefore we were comforted in your com- fort: yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus, because his spirit was refreshed by you all. 14 For if I have boasted any thing to him of you, I am not ashamed; but as we spake all things to you in truth, even so our boasting, which I made before Titus, is found a truth. 15 And his inward affection is more abundant toward you, whilst he remembereth the obedi- ence of you all, how with fear and trembling ye received him. 16 I rejoice therefore that I have confidence in you in all things. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 He stirreth them up to a liberal contribution for the poor saints at Jerusalem, by the example of the Ma- cedonians, 7 by commendation of their former forward- ness, 9 by the example of Christ, 14 and by the spiritual profit that shall redound to themselves there- by: 16 commending to them the integrity and willing- ness of Titus, and those other brethren, who upon his request, exhortation, and commendation, were purpose- ly come to them for this business. MOREOVER, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia; 2 How that in a great trial of affliction the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty abounded unto the riches of their liberality. 3 For to their power, I bear record, yea, and beyond their power they were willing of them- selves; 4 Praying us with much intreaty that we would receive the gift, and take upon us the fel- lowship of the ministering to the saints. 5 And this they did, not as we hoped, but first gave their own selves to the Lord, and unto us by the will of God. 6 Insomuch that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also finish in you the same grace also. 7 Therefore, as ye abound in every thing, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all diligence, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also. 8 I speak not by commandment, but by occa- sion of the forwardness of others, and to prove the sincerity of your love. 9 For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his pov- erty might be rich. 10 And herein I give my advice: for this is expedient for you, who have begun before, not only to do, but also to be forward a year ago. 11 Now therefore perform the doing of it; that as there was a readiness to will, so there may be a performance also out of that which ye have. 12 For if there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath, and not according to that he hath not. 13 For I mean not that other men be eased, and ye burdened: 14 But by an equality, that now at this time your abundance may be a supply for their want, that their abundance also may be a supply for your want: that there may be equality: 15 As it is written, He that had gathered much had nothing over; and he that had gath- ered little had no lack. 16 But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you. 17 For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you. 18 And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches; 19 And not that only, but who was also chosen of the churches to travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and declaration of your ready mind: 20 Avoiding this, that no man should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us: 21 Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men. 22 And we have sent with them our brother, whom we have oftentimes proved diligent in many things, but now much more diligent, upon the great confidence which I have in you. 23 Whether any do enquire of Titus, he is my partner and fellowhelper concerning you; or our brethren be enquired of, they are the messen- gers of the churches, and the glory of Christ. 24 Wherefore shew ye to them, and before the churches, the proof of your love, and of our boasting on your behalf. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 He yieldeth the reason why, though he knew their forwardness, yet he sent Titus and his brethren be- forehand. 6 And he proceedeth in stirring them up to a bountiful alms, as being but a kind of sowing of seed, 10 which shall return a great increase to them, IS and occasion a c;reat sacrifice of thanksgivings unto God. OR as touching the ministering to the saints, it is superfluous for me to write to F you: 2 For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many. 3 Yet have I sent the brethren, lest our boast- 812 Paul exhorteth against II. CORINTHIANS, X. (10) false apostles. ing of you should be in vain in this behalf; that as I said, ye may be ready: 4 Lest haply if they of Macedonia come with me, and find you unprepared, we (that we say not, ye) should be ashamed in this same confi- dent boasting. 5 Therefor* I thought it necessary to exhort the brethren, that they would go before unto you, and make up beforehand your bounty, whereof ye had notice before, that the same might be ready, as a matter of bounty, and not as of covetousness. 6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. 7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all suffi- ciency in all things, may abound to every good work: 9 (As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness re- maineth for ever. 10 Now he that ministereth seed to the sower both minister bread for your food, and multiply your seed sown, and increase the fruits of your righteousness;) 11 Being enriched in every thing to all bounti- fulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God. 12 For the administration of this service not only supplieth the want of the saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God; 13 Whiles by the experiment of this ministra- tion they glorify God for your professed subjec- tion unto the gospel of Christ, and for your lib- eral distribution unto them, and unto all men; 14 And by their prayer for you, which long after you for the exceeding grace of God in you. 15 Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift. CHAPTER X. (10) Against the false apostles, who disgraced the weakness of his person and bodily presence, he setteth out the spiritual might and authority, with which he is armed against all adversary powers, 7 assuring them that at his coming he will be found as mighty in word, as he is now in writing being absent, 12 and withal taxing them for reaching out themselves beyond their compass, and vaunting themselves into other men's labours. NOW I Paul myself beseech you by the meek- ness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you: 2 But I beseech you, that I may not be bold when I am present with that confidence, where- with I think to be bold against some, which think of us as if we walked according to the flesh. 3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: 4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; 6 And having in a readiness to revenge all dis- obedience, when your obedience is fulfilled. 7 Do ye look on things after the outward ap- pearance? If any man trust to himself that he is Christ's let him of himself think this again, that, as he is Christ's, even so are we Christ's. 8 For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed: 9 That I may not seem as if I would terrify you by letters. 10 For his letters, say they, are weighty and powerful; but his bodily presence is weak, and his speech contemptible. 11 Let such an one think this, that, such as we are in word by letters when we are absent, such will we be also in deed when we are pres- ent. 12 For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring them- selves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise. 13 But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you. 14 For we stretch not ourselves beyond our measure, as though we reached not unto you: for we are come as far as to you also in preach- ing the gospel of Christ: 15 Not boasting of things witnout our meas- ure, that is, of other men's labours; but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abund- antly, 16 To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man's line of things made ready to our hand. 17 But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. 18 For not he that commendeth himself is ap- proved, but whom the Lord commendeth. CHAPTER XI. (11) 1 Out of his jealousy over the Corinthians, who seemed to make more account of the false apostles than of him, he entereth into a forced commendation of him- self, 5 of his equality with the chief apostles, 7 of his preaching the gospel to them freely, and without any their charge, 13 shewing that he was not inferior to those deceitful workers in any legal prerogative, 23 and in the service of Christ, and in all kind of suffer- ings for his ministry, far superior. OULD to God ye could bear with me a little in my folly: and indeed bear with w me. 2 For I am jealous over you with godly jeal- 813 Paul excuseth II. CORINTHIANS, XII. (12) his selfboasting. ousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ. 3 But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ. 4 For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus, whom we have not preached, or if ye re- ceive another spirit, which ye have not received, or another gospel, which ye have not accepted, ye might well bear with him. 5 For I suppose I was not a whit behind the very chief est apostles. 6 But though I be rude in speech, yet not in knowledge; but we have been thoroughly made manifest among you in all things. 7 Have I committed an offence in abasing my- self that ye might be exalted, because I have preached to you the gospel of God freely? 8 I robbed other churches, taking wages of them, to do you service. 9 And when I was present with you, and wanted, I was chargeable to no man: for that which was lacking to me the brethren which came from Macedonia supplied: and in all things I have kept myself from being burdensome unto you, and so will I keep myself. 10 As the truth of Christ is in me, no man shall stop me of this boasting in the regions of Achaia. 11 Wherefore? because I love you not? Cod knoweth. 12 But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them which desire occa- sion ; that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we. 13 For such are false apostles, deceitful work- ers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. 14 And no marvel; for Satan himself is trans- formed into an angel of light. 15 Therefore it is no great thing if his minis- ters also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works. 16 I say again, Let no man think me a fool; if otherwise, yet as a fool receive me, that I may boast myself a little. 17 That which I speak, I speak it not after the Lord, but as it were foolishly, in this confidence of boasting. 18 Seeing that many glory after the flesh, I will glory also. 19 For ye suffer fools gladly, seeing ye your- selves are wise. 20 For ye suffer, if a man bring you into bond- age, if a man devour you, if a man take of you, if a man exalt himself, if a man smite you on the face. 21 I speak as concerning reproach, as though we had been weak. Howbeit whereinsoever any is bold, (I speak foolishly,) I am bold also. 22 Are they Hebrews? so am I. Are they Israelites? so am I. Are they the seed of Abra- ham? so am I. 23 Are they ministers of Christ? (I speak as a fool) I am more; in labours more abundant, in stripes above measure, in prisons more frequent, in deaths oft. 24 Of the Jews five times received I forty stripes save one. 25 Thrice was I beaten with rods, once was I stoned, thrice I suffered shipwreck, a night and a day I have been in the deep; 26 In journeyings often, in perils of waters, in perils of robbers, in perils by mine own countrymen, in perils by the heathen, in perils in the city, in perils in the wilderness, in perils in the sea, in perils among false brethren; 27 In weariness and painfulness, in watchings often, in hunger and thirst, in fastings often, in cold and nakedness. 28 Beside those things that are without, that which cometh upon me daily, the care of all the churches. 29 Who is weak, and I am not weak? who is offended, and I burn not? 30 If I must needs glory, I will glory of the things which concern mine infirmities. 31 The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which is blessed for evermore, knoweth that I lie not. 32 In Damascus the governor under Aretas the king kept the city of the Damascenes with a garrison, desirous to apprehend me: 33 And through a window in a basket was I let down by the wall, and escaped his hands. CHAPTER XII. (12) 1 For commending of his apostleship, though he might glory of his wonderful revelations, 9 yet he rather ehooseth to glory of his infirmities, 11 blaming them for forcing him to this vain boasting. 14 He pro- miseth to come to them again: but yet altogether in the affection of a father, 20 although he feareth he shall to his grief find many offenders, and publicfc disorders there. IT is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord. 2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such an one caught up to the third heaven. 3 And I knew such a man, (whether in the Dody, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) 4 How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. 5 Of such an one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities. 6 For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but now I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth me to be, or that he lieareth of me. 814 • » T. 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    ■ ^s&b'^ ' B s w. as jT 5 o.b «" » g, Ml ft P B m P r+ a g » B & B TO s. ^ tp fp p p Pi vj "•o » « pi? . "Before I was afflicted I went astray ; but now I observe thy word." Ps. 1 19 :6y. "It is good for me that I have been afflicted ; that I might learn thy statutes." Ps. 119 :Jl. "That the proof of your faith, being more preci- ous than gold that perisheth though it is proved by fire, might be found unto praise and glory and hon- our at the revelation of Jesus Christ." I Pet. I :J. 5.' Hozv shoud adversity be borne? — "Suffer hardship with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus." II Tim. 2 :3. "And not only so, but we also rejoice in our trib- ulations : knowing that tribulation worketh pa- tience." Rom. 5 :3. "If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small." Prov. 24:10. 6. Who has set us an example worthy of imita- tion zvhen in trouble? — "In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly." Job 1 :22. "Take, brethren, for an example of suffering and of patience, the prophets who spake in the name of the Lord." Jas. 5:10. 7. Who supports the righteous when afflicted? — "Many are the afflictions of the righteous : but Je- hovah delivereth him out of them all." Ps. 34 :i9- "There hath no temptation taken you but such as man can bear : but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able : but will with the temptation make also the way of es- cape, that ye may be able to endure it." I Cor. 10 :i3- 8. Should we desire, and pray for deliverance from afflictions? — "I will call upon Jehovah, who is worthy to be praised : so shall I be saved from mine enemies." Ps. 18:3. "And he went forward a little, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possi- ble, let this cup pass away from me: nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt." Matt. 26 :39- 9- Hozv should zve treat the suffering? — "Re- joice with them that rejoice; weep with them that weep." Rom. 12:15. "Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them that are evil entreated, as being yourselves also in the body." Heb. 13 .3. ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. ti,of AGRICULTURE. See Farming. ANGELS. 1. What offices have angels ? — "Bless Jehovah, ye angels of his : ye mighty in strength, that fulfil his word, hearkening unto the voice of his word." Ps. 103 :20. "Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to do service for the sake of them that shall inherit salvation." Heb. 1 :i4- "And the angel answering said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God ; and I was sent to speak unto thee and to bring thee these good tidings." Luke 1 .19. 2. Give some instances of their ministrations to God's people. — "For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways." Ps. 91 :ii. "But an angel of the Lord spake unto Philip, say- ing, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza: the same is desert.''" Acts 8 :26. 3. Do angels share in the counsels of God?^ — "And Jehovah answered the angel that talked with me with good words, even comfortable words." Zee. 1 :i3. 4. What will be their duty in the day of judg- ment? — "And. he shall send forth his angels with a great sound, of a trumpet, and they shall gather to- gether his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other." Matt. 24 131. 5. What do they knoiu of that time? — "But of that day and hour knoweth no one, not even the an- gels of heaven, neither the Son, but the Father only." Matt. 24:36. 6. Are the angels subject to Christ? — "Who is on the right hand of God, having gone into heaven ; angels and authorities and powers being made sub- ject unto him." I Pet. 3 :22. 7. Who do they worship? — "Praise ye Jehovah from the heavens : praise him in the heights. Praise ye him, all his angels : praise ye him, all his hosts." Ps. 148:1, 2. 8. How do they regard the conversion of sin- ners? — "Even so, 1 say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth." Luke 15 :io. 9. At death zvho conducts the soul to paradise? — "And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and that he was carried away by the angels into Abra- ham's bosom : and the rich man also died, and was buried." Luke 16:22. ANSWERS TO PRAYER. 1. What do we learn from the parable of the importunate widow? — "And he spake a parable unto them to the end that they ought always to pray, and not to faint." Luke 18:1. 2. What is the proper way to pray? — "There- fore I say unto you, All things whatsoever ye pray and ask for, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them." Mark 1 1 :24. "If my people, who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways ; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." IlChr. 7:14. 3. Have they zvho pray aright any promise of being answered? — "Confess therefore your sins one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The supplication of a righteous man avail- eth much in its working." Jas. 5 :i6. "Ask, and it shall be given you ; seek, and ye shall find ; knock, and it shall be opened unto you." Matt. 7:7. 4. Give instances of the prayers of the right- eous being answered. — "The righteous cried, and Jehovah heard, and delivered them out of all their troubles." Ps. 34:17. "Jehovah is far from the wicked ; but he heareth the prayer of the righteous." Prov. 15 :29. 5. Does God hear the prayers of the cricked? — "Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye spend it in your pleasures." Jas. 4 13. "Then shall they cry unto Jehovah, but he will not answer' them: yea, he will hide his face from them at that time, according as they have wrought evil in their doings." Micah 3 :\. "He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination." Prov. 28 :g. 6. When should we pray? — "Continue sted- fastly in prayer, watching therein with thanksgiv- Col. 4:2. APOSTASY. 1. How is apostasy described? — "Tatce heed, brethren, lest haply there shall be in any one of you an evil heart of unbelief, in falling away from the living God." Heb. 3 :i2. 2. What are some causes of iff —'-"And those on the rock are they who, when they have heard, receive the word with joy, and these have no root, who for a while believe, and in time of temptation fall away." Luke 8:13. "For Demas forsook me, having loved this pres- ent world, and went to Thessalonica." II Tim. 4:10. 3. What warning does the apostle give? — "Ye therefore, beloved, knowing these things beforehand, beware lest, being carried away with the error of the wicked, ye fall from your own stedfastness." II Pet.. 3: 17. 4. What is said of the disciples of Christ? — "Upon this many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him." John 6:66. 5. What will abound in latter days? — "But the Spirit saith expressly, that in later times some shall fall away from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrines of demons, through the hypo- crisy of men that speak lies, branded in their own conscience as with a hot iron." I Tim. 4:1,. 2. 6. If zve sin zvilfully, knozving the truth, what THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS will be the result? — "For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more a sacrifice for sins, but a certain fearful expectation of judgment, and a fierce- ness of fire which shall devour the adversaries." Heb. 10:26, 27. APOSTLES. 1. To zvhom was this title given ? — "And when it was day, he called his disciples : and he chose from them twelve, whom also he named apostles." Luke 6:13. 2. What were the names of the apostles? — "Now the names of the twelve apostles are these: The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother ; James, the son of Zebedee, and John his brother ; Philip, and Bartholomew ; Thomas, and Matthew the publican ; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus ; Simon the Cananaean, and Judas Iscariot. who also betrayed him." Matt. 10 -.2-4. 3. What commission did Christ give them? — "Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all the na- tions, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit : teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I commanded you : and lo, I am with vou always, even unto the end of the world." Matt'28 :iq, 20. 4. Was miraculous power also given them? — "And he called unto him his twelve disciples, and gave them authority over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of disease and all manner of sickness. Matt. 10:1. 5. What was the moral state of the apostles be- fore Pentecost? — "And Jesus answered and said, O faithless and perverse generation, how long shall I be with you ? bring him hither to me." Matt. 17 :iy. "And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye turn, and become as little children, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven." Matt. 18:3. 6. Did the disciples comprehend the nature and mission of Jesus? — "Let these words sink into your ears : for the Son of man shall be delivered up into the hands of men. But they understood not this saying, and it was concealed from them, that they should not perceive it ; and they were afraid to ask him about this saying." Luke 9 44, 45. "These things understood not his disciples at the first : but when Jesus was glorified, then remembered they that these things were written of him, and that they had done these things unto him." John 12 :i6. APPETITE. See Temperance. ASSAULT AND BATTERY. 1. Give some of the laws concerning assault and battery. — "And if men contend, and one smiteth the other with a stone, or with his fist, and he die not, but keep his bed : if he rise again, and walk abroad upon his staff, then shall he that smote him be quit : only he shall pay for the loss of his time, and shall cause him to be thoroughly healed. And if a man smite his servant, or his maid, with a rod, and he die under his hands ; he shall surelv be punished." Ex. 21 : 1 8-20. "If there arise a matter too hard for thee in judg- ment, between blood and blood, between plea and plea, and between stroke and stroke, being matters of controversy within thy gates ; then shalt thou arise, and get thee up unto the place which Jehovah thy God shall choose ; and thou shalt come unto the priests the Levites, and unto the judge that shall be in those days : and thou shalt inquire ; and they shall show thee the sentence of judgment." Deut. 17 :8, 9. 2. What punishment do they, zvho committ this sin against parents receive? — "And he that smiteth his father, or his mother, shall be surely put to death." Ex. 21 :I5. 3. What rule did Christ give in regard to as- sault and battery? — "Ye have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth : but I say unto you, Resist not him that is evil : but whosoever smiteth thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also." Matt. 5 :3s, 39. ATHEISM. 1. What do atheists believe? — "The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God." Ps. 14: 1. 2. Do they deny the providence of God? — "What is the Almighty, that we should serve him? and what profit should we have, if we pray unto him?" Job 21 : 15. "For he hath said, It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God." Job 34 :g. "And they say, Jehovah shall not see, neither shall the God of Jacob consider." Ps. 94:7. 3. Do they deny him in their works? — "They profess that they know God ; but by their works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate." Tit. 1 : 16. 4. Give an instance of this belief in old Testa- ment times. — "And Pharaoh said, Who is Jehovah, that I should hearken unto his voice to let Israel go? I know not Jehovah, and moreover I will not let Israel go." Ex. 5 :2. ATONEMENT. 1.. What was the great annual day of atonement among the Jews and how kept? — "And Jehovah spake unto Moses, saying, Howbeit on the tenth day of this seventh month is the day of atonement: it shall be a holy convocation unto you, and ye shall afflict your souls ; and ye shall offer an offering made by fire unto Jehovah." Lev. 23 : 26, 27. 2. IJow was Christ an atonement for our sins? — "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of. our peace was upon him ; and with his stripes we are healed." Isa. 53 : 5. "Even as the Son of man came not to be min- istered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many." Matt. 20: 28. OX SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. "Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law, having become a curse for us : for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree. Gal. 3 : 13- "Else must he often have suffered since the foun- dation of the world : but now once at the end of the ages hath he been manifested to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself." Heb. 9 : 26. 3. What does Christ say of the living bread? — "I am the living bread which came down out of heaven : if any man eat of this bread, he shall live for ever : yea and the bread which I will give is my flesh, for the life of the world." John 6:51. 4. Was atonement Divinely appointed? — "For it was the good pleasure of the Father that in him should all the fulness dwell ; and through him to reconcile all things unto himself, having made peace through the blood of his cross; through him, I say, whether things upon the earth, or things in the heav- ens." Col. 1 : 19, 20. 5. Does Christ like the priests have to make an atonement many times? — "By which will we have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. And every priest indeed standeth day by day ministering and offering often- times the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins : but he, when he had offered one sacrifice for sins forever, sat down on the right hand of God." Heb. 10: 10-12. ATTRIBUTES OF GOD. 1. What attributes does God give himself? — "I. even I, am Jehovah ; and beside me there is no saviour." Isa. 43: 11. 2. How did Christ address the Father? — "Holy Father, keep them in thy name which thou hast given me." John 17: 11. "O righteous Father, the world knew thee not, but I knew thee." Vs. 25. 3. What does John say of God? — "God is a Spirit : and they that worship him must worship in spirit and truth. John 4 : 24. 4. What is said of Go'd's goodness and right- eousness?- — "They shall utter the memory of thy great goodness, and shall sing of thy righteousness. Jehovah is gracious, and merciful ; slow to anger, and of great loving kindness. Jehovah is good to all ; and his tender mercies are over all his works." Ps. 145 : 7-9. 5. How did Christ shew that he possessed the same attributes? — "Even Jesus of Nazareth, how that God anointed him with the Holy Spirit and with power : who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed cf the devil." Acts 10 : 38. 6. Is Christ also an embodiment of truth? — "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, and the truth, and the life." John 14 : 6. 7. How do we know that God has wisdom and power? — "With him is wisdom and might ; he hath counsel and understanding." Job 12 : 13. "God hath spoken once, twice have I heard this ; that power belongeth unto God." Ps. 62: 11. "Great is our Lord, and mighty in power; his understanding is infinite." Ps. 147 : 5. 8. Are these attributes everlasting? — "Thy name, O Jehovah, endureth forever; thy memorial name, O Jehovah, throughont all generations." Ps. I35:i3- "I am the Alpha and the Omega, saith the Lord God, who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty." Rev. 1 : 8. BACKSLIDING. 1. What constitutes backsliding and how does God regard it? — "Thine own wickedness shall cor- rect thee, and thy backsli dings shall reprove thee : know therefore and see that it is an evil thing and a bitter, that thou hast forsaken Jehovah thy God, and that my fear is not in thee, saith the Lord, Jehovah of hosts." Jer. 2 : 19. 2. Of what sin are professing Christians often guilty? — "And my people are bent to backsliding from me." Hos. 11:7. 3. Why are backsliders forsaken? — "Thus saith God, Why transgress ye the commandments of Jehovah, that ye cannot prosper? because ye have forsaken Jehovah, he hath also forsaken you." II Chr. 24 : 20. 4. How can the backslider regain favor of the Lord? — "Return, ye backsliding children, I will heal your backslidings. Behold, we are come unto thee ; for thou art Jehovah our God." Jer. 3 : 22. "O Israel, return unto Jehovah thy God ; for thou hast fallen by thine iniquity." Hos. 14: 1. 5. What is said of the true Christian? — "The law of his God is in his heart ; none of his steps shall slide." Ps. 37: 31. 6. Does God punish backsliders? — "Thus saith Jehovah unto this people, Even so have they loved to wander ; they have not refrained their feet : there- fore Jehovah doth not accept them ; now will he re- member their iniquity, and visit their sins." Jer. 14* 10. "If we shall deny him, he also shall deny us." II Tim. 2:12. 7. Are there any promises to the backslider? — "I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely : for mine anger is turned away from him." Hos. 14: 4. "For if ye turn again unto Jehovah, your breth- ren and your children shall find compassion before them that led them captive, and shall come again into this land : for Jehovah your God is gracious and merciful, and will not turn away his face from you, if ye return unto him." II Chr. 30 : 9. 8. Will there be special danger of backsliding in the last days? — "And because iniquity shall be multiplied, the love of the many shall wax cold." Matt. 24: 12. 9. What then becomes the duty of every one? — "But watch ye at every season, making supplica- tion, that ye may prevail to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man." Luke 21 : 36. THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS BAPTISM. i. IV hat did Christ lell his disciples to do? — "Go ve therefore, and make disciples of all the na- tions, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." Matt. 28 :i9- 2. Who are to be baptized? — "He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved ; but he that disbe- lieveth shall be condemned." Mark 16: 16. 3. What shoidd one do before being baptised? — "And Peter said unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins ; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.' Acts 2 : 38. 4. With what did John say Jesus would bap- tise? — "I indeed baptize vou in water unto repent- ance : but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear : he shall bap- tize you in the. Holy Spirit and in fire." Matt. 3:11. 5. What is said of John's baptism? — "And he said unto them, Did ye receive the Holy Spirit when ye believed? And they said unto him, Nay, we did not so much as hear whether the Holy Spirit was given. And he said, Into what then were ye bap- tized? And they said, Into John's baptism. And Paul said, John baptized with the baptism of re- pentance, saying unto the people, that they should believe on him who should come after him, that is, on Jesus. And when they heard this, they were bap- tized into the name of the Lord Jesus." Acts 19 12-5. 6. Give instances of baptism of the Holy Ghost? — "While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Spirit fell on all them who heard the word." Acts 10:44. "Not by works done in righteousness, which we did ourselves, but according to his mercy he saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renew- ing of the Holy Spirit, which he poured out upon us richly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour." Tit. 3 ;s, & ' BEREAVEMENT. 1. Give some instances of bereavement. — "While he was yet speaking, there came also an- other, and said.Thy sons and thy daughters were eat- ing and drinking wine in their eldest's brother's house: and, behold, there came a great wind from the wilderness, and smote the four corners of the house, and it fell upon the young men, and they are dead ; and i onlv am escaped alone to tell thee." Job 1 :i8, 19. "And the king was much moved, and went up to the chamber over the gate, and wept: and as he went, thus he said, O my son Absalom, my son, my son, Absalom ! would I had died for thee, O Absa- lom, my son, my son!" II Sam. 18:33. 2. What is said of the house of mourning? — "It is better to go to the house of mourning, than to go to the house of feasting: for that is the end of all men ; and the living will lay it to his heart." Eccl. 7 :2. 3. How should bereavement be borne? — "I was dumb, I opened not my mouth ; because thou didst it." Ps. 39:9. T am filled with comfort, I overflow with joy in all our affliction." II Cor. 7 4. "Behold, we call them blessed that endured: ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord, how that the Lord is full of pity, and merciful." Jas. 5:11. 4. What did Paul say of his affliction? — "Not that I speak in respect of want : for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therein to be content. I know how to be abased, and I know also how to abound : in everything and in all things have I learned the secret both to be filled and to be hun- gry, both to abound and to be in want. I can do all things in him that strengthened! me." Phil. 4: 11-13. 5. What is said in regard to mourning for the dead? — "Son of man, behold, I take away from thee the desire of thine eyes with a stroke : yet neither shalt thou mourn nor weep, neither shall thy tears run down. Sigh, but not aloud : make no mourning for the dead, bind thy headtire upon thee, and put thy shoes upon thy feet, and cover not thy lips, and eat not thy bread of men." Ezek. 24 :i6-i8. "But we would not have you ignorant, brethren concerning them that fall asleep ; that ye sorrow not, even as the rest, that have no hope. For if we be- lieve that Jesus died and arose again, even so them also that are fallen asleep in Jesus will God bring with him." I Thess. 4:13, 14. BETRAYAL. 1. By whom was Christ betrayed and what was the price paid him? — "Then one of the twelve, who was called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests, and said, What are ye willing to give me, and I will deliver him unto yea? And they weighed unto him thirty pieces of silver. And from that time he sought opportunity to deliver him unto them." Matt. 26:14-16. 2. Hew did Judas betray Christ? — "Now he that betrayed him had given them a token, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that is he ; take him, and lead him away safely." Mark 14:44. 3. By whom was this event prophesied? — "Then was fulfilled that which was spoken through Jeremiah the prophet, saying, And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the price of him that was priced, whom certain of the children of Israel did price ; and they gave them for the potter's field, as the Lord appointed me." Matt. 2J :g, 10. 4. What did Christ say of Judas? — "For the Son of man goeth, even as it is written of him : but woe unto that man through whom the Son of man is betrayed ! good were it for that man if he had not been born. Mark 14:21. 5. What is said of the stiff-necked and uncir- cumcised in heart? — "Which of the prophets did not your fathers persecute? and they killed them that showed before of the coming of the Righteous One ; of whom ye have now become betrayers, and mur- ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. derers ; ve who received the law as it was ordained by angels, and kept it not." Acts 7 152, 53. BLASPHEMY. 1. What is blasphemy? — "And thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel, saying, Whoso- ever curseth his God shall bear his sin." Lev. 24:15. 2. What is the third commandment? — "Thou shak not take the name of Jehovah thy God in vain ; for Jehovah will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain." Ex. 20 :j. 3. How zvas this sin punished? — "And he that blasphemeth the name of Jehovah, he shall surely be put to death. Lev. 24:16. 4. Give an instance of this punishment. — "And Moses spake to the children of Israel, and they brought forth him that had cursed out of the camp, and stoned him with stones." Lev. 24 :23. 5. What is said of blasphemy againsi the Holy Spirit? — "Therefore I say unto you, Every sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men ; but the blas- phemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven." Matt. 12:31. "Verily I say unto you, All their sins shall be for- given unto the sons of men, and their blasphemies wherewithsoever they shall blaspheme: but whoso- ever shall blaspheme againsi the Holy Spirit hath never forgiveness, but is guilty of an eternal sin." Mark 3 :28, 29. "And every one who shall speak a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him : but unto him that blasphemeth against the Holy Spirit it shall not be forgiven." Luke 12:10. BLESSING. 1. By whom zvere we taught to ask God's bless- ing on our food? — "Jesus therefore took the loaves ; and having given thanks, he distributed to them that were set down ; likewise also of the fishes as much as they would." John 6:11. 2. Give an instance of a stolen blessing. — "When Esau heard the words of his father, he cried with an exceeding great and bitter cry, and said unto his father, Bless me, even me also, O my father. And he said, Thy brother came with guile, and hath taken away thy blessing. Gen. 27 :34, 35. 3. Has God, like Isaac, a blessing for only one of his children? — "And showing loving kindness unto thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments." Deut. 5 :io. 4. What is necessary in order that we may re- ceive Divine blessing? — "If they hearken and serve him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures." Job 36:11. "When a man's ways please Jehovah, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him." Prov. 16:7. "If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land." Isa. 1 :ig. 5. What blessings has God promised his chil- dren? — "Jehovah will give strength unto his people; Jehovah will bless his people with peace." Ps. 29 :ii. "Fear thou not, for I am with thee ; be not dis- mayed, for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee ; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." Isa. 41 :io. BOASTING. 1. Is boasting forbidden? — "Boast not thyself of tomorrow ; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth." Prov. 27 :i. 2. By what law? — "Where then is the glory- ing? It is excluded. By what manner of law? of works ? Nay : but by a law of faith." Rom. 3 :2"j. "For by grace have ye been saved through faith ; and that not of yourselves ; it is the gift of God : not of works, that no man should glory." Eph. 2 :8, 9. 3. What is said of the tongue? — "So the tongue also is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how much wood is kindled by how small a fire!" Jas. 3:5. 4. What does Paul say of his glorying? — "I have therefore my glorying in Christ Jesus in things pertaining to God." Rom. 15:17. 5. Is the sin of boasting punished? — "And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years ; take thine ease, eat, drink, be merry. But God said unto him, Thou foolish one, this night is thy soul required of thee ; and the things which thou hast prepared, whose shall they be? So is he that layeth tip treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God." Luke 12 :i9-2i. BORROWING. 1. Did the Israelites borrow of the Egyptians, or ask at their hands what was due them on account of their services as slaves? — "And the children of Israel did according to the word of Moses ; and they asked of the Egyptians jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment." Ex. 12 :35. 2. Does the Revised Version correct the idea of the Israelites borrowing of the Egyptians in a way that was wrong? — "And Jehovah gave the people favour in the sight of the Egyptians, so that they let them have what they asked." Ex. 12 :36. 3. How do the wicked borrow? — "The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again : but the righteous dealeth graciously, and giveth." Ps. 37:21. 4. What is said of one who borrows? — "The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is ser- vant to the lender." Prov. 22 :j. 5. What was the law in regard to borrowing? — "And if a man borrow aught of his neighbour, and it be hurt, or die, the owner thereof not being with it, he shall surely make restitution. If the owner there- of be with it, he shall not make it good : if it be a hired thing, it came for its hire." Ex. 22 :i4, 15. 6. How did Christ teach us to treat the bor- rower? — "Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away." Matt. 5:42. THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS See Couraga BRAVERY. BRIBERY. i. Docs God censure bribery? — "And thou shalt take no gift : for a gift blindeth them that have sight, and perverteth the words of the righteous." Ex. 23 :8. "Woe unto them that are mighty to drink wine, and men of strength to mingle strong drink : that justify the wicked for a reward, ard take away the righteousness of the righteous from him !" Isa. 5 : 22, 23. 2. How is this sin punished? — "And fire shall consume the tents of bribery." Job 15 134. 3. Give examples of bribery. — "And the lords of the Philistines came up unto her, and said unto her, Entice him, and see wherein his great strength lieth, and by what means we may prevail against him, that we may bind him to afflict him : and we will give thee every one of us eleven hundred pieces of silver." Judg. 16:5. "If it please the king, let it be written that they be destroyed : and I will pay ten thousand talents of silver into the hands of those that have the charge of the king's business, to bring it into the king's treasuries." Esth. 3 :g. "And they were glad, and covenanted to give him money." Luke 22 15. CELIBACY. 1. What question did the disciples ask Chtist about marrying? — "The disciples say unto him, If the case of the man is so with his wife, it is not ex- pedient to marry. But he said unto them. All men cannot receive this saying, but they to whom it is given. For there are eunuchs, who were so born from their mother's womb : and there are eunuchs, who were made eunuchs by men : and there are eunuchs, who made themselves eunuchs for the king- dom of heaven's sake. He that is able to receive it, let him receive it." Matt. 19:10-12. 2. What did Paul say about marrying?-^-"No\v concerning the things whereof ye wrote : It is good for a man not to touch a woman." I Cor. 7 :ii. 3. What did Paul say about marriage about which he had no commandment of the Lord? — ■ "Now concerning virgins I have no commandment of the Lord: but 1 give my judgment, as one that hath obtained mercy of the Lord to be trustworthy. I think therefore that this is good by reason of the distress that is upon us, namely, that it is good tor a man to be as he is." I Cor. 7 125, 26. 4. What did Paul say of those who have power over their ozvn wills? — "But he that standeth sted- fast in his heart, having no necessity, but hath power as touching his own will, and hath determined this in his own heart, to keep his own virgin daughter, shall do well. So then both he that giveth his own virgin daughter in marriage doeth well; and he that giveth her not in marriage shall do better." I Coiv 7 :37> 38. 5. What is said in Revelations on this subject? — "And I saw, and behold, the Lamb standing on the mount Zion, and with him a hundred and forty and four thousand, having his name, and the name o£ his Father written on their foreheads." Rev. 14:1. See Love. CHARITY. CHARACTER. 1. What is said of a good name? — "A good name is better than precious oil ; and the dav of death than the day of one's birth." Eccl. 7:11. 2. Does the countenance reveal character? — "The show of their countenance doth witness against them: and they declare their sin as Sodom, they hide it not. Woe unto their soul ! for they have rewarded evil unto themselves." Isa. 3 :g. 3. What is said of unstability of character? — "My son, fear thou Jehovah and the king : and med- dle not with them that are given to change : for their calamity shall rise suddenly ; and who knoweth the destruction of them both?" Prov. 24:21, 22. "O Ephraim, what shall I do unto thee ? O Ju- dah, what shall I do unto thee? for your goodness is as a morning cloud, a.nd as the dew that goeth eariy away." Hos. 6 -.4. 4. What is said of firmness of character? — "My heart is fixed. O God, my heart is fixed : I will >>ing, yea, I will sing praises." Ps. 57 :y. "And ye shall be hated of all men for my names sake : but lie that endureth to the end, the same shall be saved." Matt. 10 :22. CHEERFULNESS. 1. What is said of the heavy-hearted, and the effect of cheering words upon them? — "Heaviness in the heart of a man maketh it stoop ; but a good word maketh it glad." Prov. 12 -.2$. 2. What effect has a merry heart upon the coun- tenance? — "A merry heart maketh a cheerful coun- tenance : but by sorrow of heart the spirit is broken." Prov. 15 :i3. 3. What is the influence of cheerfulness on the sad and despondent? — "A merry heart is a good medicine : but a broken spirit drieth up the bones." Prov. 17 :22. 4. What is said of the cheerful heart? — "All the days of the afflicted were evil : but he that is of a cheerful heart hath a continual feast." Prov. 15 :i5- 5. Are those who have been comforted of God ■more able to comfort others? — "Blessed be the God and Father of cur Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort ; who comforteth us in all our affliction, that we may be able to comfort them that are in any affliction, through the comfort wherewith we ourselves art comforted of God." II Cor. 1 :-3, 4. ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. 6. How should we serve the Lord? — "Serve Jehovah with gladness : come before, his presence with singing." Ps. ioo :2. CHILDREN. See Parents. Promises to. CHRIST THE WAY OF LIFE. 1. How many plans of salvation has God insti- tuted? — "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, and the truth, and the life : no one cometh unto the Fa- ther, but by me." . John 14 :6. 2. Was the gospel preached when Abraham lived? — "And the scripture, forseeing that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, preached the gos- pei beforehand unto Abraham, saying, In thee shall all the nations be blessed." Gal. 3 :8. 3. How do we obtain peace with God? — "Be- ing therefore justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." Rom. 5:1. 4. Will faith alone save anyone? — "Ye see that by works a man is justified, and not only by faith." Jas. 2 :24. 5. Who gave us eternal life? — "And the wit- ness is this, that God gave unto us eternal life, and this life is in his Son." I John 5 :ll. 6. Who "will obtain this eternal life? — "He that hath the Son hath the life ; he that hath not the Son of God hath not the life." I John 5 :i2. 7. What did Christ say of our eternal home? — "In my Father's house are many mansions ; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you." John 14 :2. 8. How do we show our faith in the sufferings and death of Christ? — "For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink the cup, ye proclaim the Lord's •death till he comes." I Cor. 1 1 -.26. CHRISTIANS. 1. Where was this term first used and to whom applied? — "And that the disciples were called Chris- tians first in Antioch." Acts 11 :26. 2. What did Christ call his followers? — "Ye are the salt of the earth." Matt. 5 :i3. "Ye are the light of the world." Vs. 14. 3. What privileges have Christians? — "But as many as received him, to them gave he the right to become children of God, even to them that believe on his name." John 1 :i2. "And if ye are Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, heirs according to promise." Gal. 3 :20,. 4. In Paul's letter to the Corinthians, what does he call the body? — "Or know ye not that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit that is in you, that ye have from God ? And ye are not your own." I Cor. 6:19. 5. How then is this temple to be treated? — "If any man destroyeth the temple of God, him shall God destroy ; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are." I Cor. 3 :iy. 6. How are Christians distinguished from the world?- — "By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another." Jonn 13=35- 7. Have Christians any promise of reward? — "So that men shall say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous: Verily there is a God that judgeth in the earth." Ps. 58:11. "When thou passeth through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shall not be burned ; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee." Isa. 43 :2. "Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven ; for so persecuted they the prophets who were before you." Matt. 5 :i2. CHURCH. 1. Was the church Divinely established? — "Be- ing built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the chief corner stone ; in whom each several building, fitly framed together, groweth into a holy temple in the Lord ; in whom ye also are budded together for a habitation of God in the Spirit." Eph. 2 :20-22. 2. Who is the head of the church? — "The stone which the builders rejected is become the head of the corner." Ps. 118:22. "Ye call me Master, and, Lord : and ye say well ; for so I am." John 13 :i3. "But speaking truth in love, may grow up in all things unto him, who is the head, even Christ." Eph. 4:15. 3. Was there corruption in the early church? — "And it shall be, like people, like priest ; and I will punish them for their ways, and will reward them their doings." Hos. 4 :g. "And will turn away their ears from the truth, and turn aside unto fables." II Tim. 4 :\. 4. Give instances of the profanation of the church being censured. — "And he set the graven image of the idol, which he had made, in the house of God, of which God said to David and to Solomon his son, this house, and in Jerusalem, which I have chosen out of all the tribes of Israel, will I put my name for ever." II Chr. 33 :y. "And Jesus entered into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold the doves ; and he saith unto them, It is written, My house shall be called a house of prayer: but ye make it a den of robbers." Matt. 2T :i2, 13. 5. What is said of the reverence to be observed in the house of God? — "Thy testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thy house, O Jehovah, for evermore." Ps. 93 :$. "Ye shall keep my sabbaths, and reverence my sancturay : I am Jehovah." Lev. 19 :3c THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS CITIZEN— DUTIES OF. i. To zvhom are zve subject? — "Let every soul be in subjection to the higher powers : for there is no power but of God ; and the powers that be are or- dained of God." Rom. 13:1. 2. Hozv should zve treat those who are in au- thority? — "I exhort therefore, first of all, that sup- plications, prayers, intercessions, thanksgivings, be made for all men ; for kings and all that are in high place ; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in godliness and gravity." I Tim. 2 :i, 2. 3. How should we use our liberty? — "As free, and not using your freedom for a cloke of wicked- ness, but as bond servants of God." I Pet. 2 :i6. 4. Should true citizens desire the peace of their city or country? — "And seek the peace of the city whither I have caused you to be carried away cap- tive, and pray unto Jehovah for it : for in the peace thereof shall ye have peace." Jer. 29 :y. 5. How should zve treat all men? — "Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king." I Pet. 2:17. 6. Is it necessary to pay just debts? — "Render to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom ; fear to whom fear ; honor to whom honor." Rom. 13 :j. COMFORTER. 1. What did Christ tell his disciples he would pray the Father to send them? — "And I will pray the father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may be with you for ever." John 14:16. 2. Who is meant by the Comforter? — "But the Comforter, even the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said unto you. John 14: 26. 3. What did Christ say the Comforter would do for him? — "But when the comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, that proceedeth from the Father, he shall bear witness of me." John 15 -.26. 4. Why was it expedient that Christ should go away? — "Nevertheless I tell you the truth : It is ex- pedient for you that I go away : for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you ; but if I go, I will send him unto you." John 16 :j. 5. How could the Comforter help the disciples? — "Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he shall guide you into all the truth : for he shall not speak from himself ; but what things soever he shall hear, these shall he speak : and he shall declare unto you the things that are to come." John 16 :i3. CONCEIT. 1. What is said of the conceited? — "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools." Rom. 1 : 22. 2. How should they be treated? — "Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit." Prov. 26: 5. 3. Is conceit censured? — "Be not wise in your own conceits." Rom. 12 :i6. "Weary not thyself to be rich ; cease from thine own wisdom." Prov. 23 4. 4. Are those who sin in this way punished? — "Woe unto them that are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight." Isa. 5 :2i. 5. Give an instance of conceit. — "The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as the rest of men, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week ; I give tithes of all that I get." Luke 18: 11, 12. CONFIDENCE BETRAYED. 1. Give an instance of confidence betrayed? — "And when Abner was returned to Hebron, Joab took him aside into the midst of the gate to speak with him quietly, and smote him there in the body, that he died, for the blood of Asahel his brother." II Sam. 3 :2J. 2. Is there any hope tn vanity? — "Let him not trust in vanity, deceiving himself: for vanity shall be his recompense." Job 15 :^i. 3. Can we trust in men or riches? — "Therefore let no one glory in men." I Cor. 3 :2l. "Give us help against the adversary: for vain is the help of man." Ps. 60:11. "But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God." Mark 10 :24. 4. What is said of lying words? — "Behold, ye trust in lying words, that cannot profit." Jer. 7:8. 5. I11 whom, only can we trust? — "Trust in Je- hovah with all thy heart, and lean not upon thine own understanding." Prov. 3 :5. "They that trust in Jehovah are as Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abideth for ever." Ps. 125:1. CONSCIENCE— FAITHFUL, GUILTY, DEAD. 1. What did Paul say of his conscience? — "And Paul, looking stedfastly on the council, said, Brethren, I have lived before God in all good con- science until this day." Acts 23 :i. 2. What kind of a conscience should we all have? — "Herein do I also exercise myself to have a conscience void of offense toward God and men al- ways." Acts 24:16. 3. If zve have a good conscience how will we live? — "Pray for us : for we are persuaded that we have a good' conscience, desiring to live honourably in all things." Heb. 13 :i8. 4. Hozv does God regard those who suffer for his sake? — "For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrong- fully." I Pet. 2:19. 5. Give instance of the faithful conscience. — "But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king's food, nor with the wine which he drank : therefore he requested of the prince 10 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. 13 of the officers that he might not defile himself." Dan. 1:8. "But Peter and the apostle answered and said, We must obey God rather than men." Acts 5 129. 6. What is said of the giulty conscience? — "To the pure all things are pure : but to them that are defiled, and unbelieving nothing is pure ; but both their mind and their conscience are defiled." Tit. 1 :i5. 7. How do they act who have a guilty con- science ? — "The wicked flee when no man pursueth : but the righteous are bold as a lion." Prov. 28 :i. 8. What hope have they zvho sin willfully? — "For if we sin willfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more a sacrifice for sins, but a certain fearful expectation of judgment, and a fierceness of fire which shall devour the adversaries." Heb. 10 127. 9. Give instances of the guilty conscience. — "And it came to pass afterward, that David's heart smote him, because he had cut off Saul's skirt." I Sam. 24:5. "And Peter remembered the word which Jesus had said, Before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice. And he went out and wept bitterly." Matt. 26: 75- "And he cast down the pieces of silver into the sanctuary, and departed; and he went away and hanged himself." Matt. 27:5. 10. What is said of the dead conscience? — "This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye no longer walk as the Gentiles also walk, in the van- ity of their mind, being darkened in their understand- ing, alienated from the life of God because of the ig- norance that is in them, because of the hardening of their heart ; who being past feeling gave themselves up to lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness." Eph. 4: 17-19. 11. How does the conscience become dead? — "Through the hypocrisy of men that speak lies, branded in their own conscience as with a hot iron." I Tim. 4:2. CONSECRATION. 1. Were the priests to be consecrated for their work? — "And thou shalt gird them with girdles, Aaron and his sons, and bind headtires on them : and they shall have the priesthood by a perpetual statute: and thou shalt consecrate Aaron and his sons." Ex. 29 :(). 2. Hozv zvas the altar sanctified? — "Seven days thou shalt make atonement for the altar, and sanctify it : and the altar shall be most holy ; whatsoever toucheth the altar shall be holy." Ex. 29 :^7- 3. What are the sacrifices of God? — "The sacri- fices of God are a broken spirit : a broken and a con- trite heart O God, thou wilt not despise." Ps. 51:17. 4. How should zve consecrate our bodies? — "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God to present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service." Rom. 12:1. "And this, not as we had hoped, but first they gave their own selves to the Lord, and to us by the will of God." II Cor. 8 =5. CONTENTMENT. 1. How should we regard our possessions? — "The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places ; yea, I have a goodly heritage." Ps. 16 :6. "Give me neither poverty nor riches ; feed me with the food that is needful for me." Prov. 30 :8. 2. What is said of a labouring man? — "The sleep of a laboring man is sweet, whether he eat little or much." Eccl. 5 :i2. 3. Should we have godliness with contentment? — "But godliness with contentment is great gain : for we brought nothing into the world, for neither can we carry anything out ; but having food and covering we shall be therewith content." I Tim. 6:6-8. 4. How did John answer the question asked by the soldiers? — "And the soldiers also asked him, saying, And we, what must we do? And he said unto them, Extort from no man by violence, neither accuse any one wrongfully ; and be content with your wages." Luke 3 : 14. 5. What promise has God given those who are content? — "Be ye free from the love of money ; con- tent with such things as ye have ; lor himself hath said, I will in no wise fail thee, ne'ther will I in any wise forsake thee." Heb. 13 :5. CONVERSION. 1. What is necessary to salvation? — "And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye turn, and become as little children, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven." Matt. 18:3. 2. Is it the spiritual or physical nature that is changed? — "For the mind of the riesh is death ; but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace : because the mind of the flesh is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can it be : and they that are in the flesh canr.ot please God." Rom. 8 :6-8. 3. What is necessary in order lo make this change? — "Testifying both to Jews and to Greeks repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ." Acts 20 :2l. 4. From what should the wicked turn? — "Turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways ; for why will ye die, O house of Israel." Ezek. 33:11. "Let the wicked forsake his way, and the un- righteous man his thoughts." Isa. 55 :y. 5. What does true repentance involve? "Return ye, and turn yourselves from all your transgressions ; so iniquitv shall not be your ruin. Cast away from you all your transgressions wherein ye have trans- gressed ; and make you a new heart and a new spirit." Ezek. 18:30, 31. 6. What else is necessary? — "Believe on the Lord Jesus, and thou shalt be saved, thou and thy house." Acts 16:31. 11 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 7. What has Christ done for us that we should believe and be saved through him? — "Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures." I Cor. 15 :3. 8. What evidences have we of a change of heart/- -"Through thy precepts I get understanding : therefore I hate every false way." Ps. 119:104. Because the love of God hath been shed abroad in our hearts through the holy Spirit that was given unto us." Rom. 5 15. "By this shall all men know that ye are my dis- ciples, if ye have love one to another." John 13 135. "Therefore by their fruits ye shall know them." Matt. 7 :20. 9. Do true Christians delight in worshiping God? — "One thing have I asked of Jehovah, that will I seek after- that I may dwell in the house of Jehovah all the days of my life to behold the beauty of Jehovah, and to inquire in his temple." Ps. 27 4. 10. What promise have the truly converted? — "That whosoever believeth may in him have eternal life." John 3:15. "Blessed is the man that endureth temptation : for when he hath been approved, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lo, d promised to them that love him." Jas. I :i2. COURAGE. 1. Who gave us the spirit of courage? — "For God gave usnot a spiriiof fearfuiness ; but of power and love and disipline." II Tim. 1 :y. 2. Why were the Israelites enjoined to be cour- ageous? — "Be strong and of a good courage, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that is with him : for there is a greater with us than with him : with him is an arm of flesh ; but with us is Jehovah our God to help us, and to fight our battles." II Chron. 32 :y, 8. 3. In whom did David put his strength? — "Jehovah is mv light and my salvation ; whom shall I fear ? Jehovah is the strength of my life ; of whom shall I be afraid?" Ps. 27:1. 4. // we have God on our side have we any cause for fear? — "So that with good courage we say, The lord is my helper: I will not fear: what shall man do unto me? Heb. 13 :6. 5. How should zve approach God? — "Let us therefore draw near with boldness unto the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace to help us in time of need." Heb. 4 :i6. 6. Why sJiould zve abide in Christ? — "And now, my little children abide in him ; that, if he shall be manifested, we may have boldness, and not be ashamed before him at his coming." I John 2 :28. 7. Gi:>e examples of bravery. — "And David said to Saul, Let no man's heart fail because of him ; thy servant will go and fight with this Philistine." I Sam. 17:32. "But if not, be it known unto thee, O king, that we will not serve thy g - ods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up." Dan. 3:18. "But Peter and the apostles answered and said, We must obey God rather than men." Acts 5 :29. 8. How did Paul shoiv his courage? — "Then Paul answered, What do ye, weeping and breaking my heart ? for I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus." Acts 21 :i3. 9. How then should we live? — "Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong." I Cor. 16:13. COURT. 1. Who were the chief rulers of the ecclesiastical court at I erusalem? — "Moreover in Jerusalem did Jehoshaphat set of the Levites and the priests, and of the heads of the fathers' houses of Israel, for the judgment of Jehovah and for controversies." II Chron. 19:8. 2. What charge did he give them? — "And he charged them, saying, Thus shall ye do in the fear of Jehovah, faithfully, and with a perfect heart. And whensoever any controversy shall come to you from your brethren that dwell in their cities, between blood and blood, between law and commandment, statutes and judgments, ye shall warn them, that they be not guilty towards Jehovah, and so wrath come upon you and upon your brethren : this do, and ye shall not be guilty." II Chron. 19:9-10. 3. Who were members of the civil court? — "And Moses chose able men out of all Israel, and made them heads over the people, ruler of thousands, rulers of hundreds, rulers of fifties and rulers of tens." Ex. 18:25. 4. State something of their mode of procedure. — "And they judged the people at all seasons: the hard causes they brought unto Moses, but every small matter they judged themselves." Ex. 18:26. 5. Who was judge of the circuit court, and where did he judge Israel? — "And Samuel judged Israel all the days of his life. And he went from year to year in circuit to Beth-el, and Gilgal, and Mizpah ; and he judged Israel in all those places. And his return was to Ramah, for there was his house; and there he judged Israel: and he built there an altar unto Jehovah." I Sam. 7:15-17. 6. What zvas required of the judges? — "And I charged your judges at that time, saying, Hear the causes between your brethren, and judge righteously between a man and his brother, and the stranger that is with him. Ye shall not respect persons in judg- ment : ye shall hear the small and the great alike ; ye shall not be afraid of the face of man ; for the judgment is God's : and the cause that is too hard for you ve shall bring unto me, and I will hear it." Deut. 1 :i6, 17. 7. Was the sentence of the priest and judge final and obligatory? — "According to the tenor of the law which they shall teach thee, and according to the judgment which they shall tell thee, thou shalt do : thou shalt not turn aside from the sentence which thev shall show thee, to the right hand, nor to the left." Deut. 17:11. 8. What is said of contempt of court? — "And the man that doeth presumptuously, in not hearken- 12 12 if ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. ing unto the priest that standeth to minister there bexoie Jehovah thy God, or unto the judge, even that man shall die : and thou shalt put away the evil from Israel. And all the people shall hear, and fear, and do no more presumptuously." Deut. 17:12, 13. 9. Does God censure the corrupt court? — "He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah." Prov. 17:15. 10. From whom does judgment come? — "Many seek the ruler's favour: but a man's judg- ment cometh from Jehovah." Prov. 29 -.26. 11. What is said of the unjust judge ? — "Woe unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and to the writers that write perverseness." Isa. 10:1. COVENANT. 1. What covenant did God make with Abra- ham ? — -"And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and be thou a blessing : and I will bless them that bless thee, and him that curseth thee will I curse : and in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed." Gen. 12:2, 3. 2. What token did God give of his covenant made with Noah? — "And God said, This is the token of the covenant which I made between me and you and every living creature that is with you, for perpetual generations : I do set my bow in the cloud and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth." Gen. 9 :I2,I3. 3. What covenant did the Israelites make with Joshua? — "And the people said unto Joshua, Je- hovah our God will we serve, and unto his voice will we hearken. So Joshua made a covenant with the people that day, and set them a statute and an ordin- ance in Shechem." Josh. 24 '.24, 25. 4. Is a covenant binding? — "Brethren, I speak after the manner of men : Though it be but a man's covenant, vet when it hath been confirmed, no one maketh it void, or added thereto." Gal. 3:15. 5. Is God's covenant everlasting? — "He hath remembered his covenant for ever, the word which he commanded to a thousand generations ; the cove- nant which he made with Abraham, and his oath unto Isaac ; and confirmed the same unto Jacob for a statute, to Israel for an everlasting covenant." Ps. 105 :8-l0. 6. Is God faithful to keep his covenant? — "He hath given food unto them that fear him: he will ever be mindful of his covenant." Ps. 1 1 1 :5- 7. Will those who break the covenant be pun- ished? — "And I will bring a sword upon you, that shall execute the vengeance of the covenant : and ye shall be gathered together within your cities : and I will send the pestilence among you ; and ye shall be delivered into the hand of the enemy." Lev. 26 -.25. 8. What is the new covenant? — "Behold, I will gather them out of all the countries, whither I have driven them in mine anger, and in my wrath, and in great indignation; and I will bring them again unto this place, and I will cause them to dwell safe- ly : and they shall be my people, and I will be their God : and I will give them one heart and one way, that they may fear me for ever ; for the good of them, and of their children after them : and I will make an everlasting covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them, to do them good ; and I will put my fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me." Jer. 32 :37-40. COVETOUSNESS. 1. What does the apostle call covetousness? — "Put to death therefore your members which are upon the earth ; fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry." Col. 3 -5. 2. Is this sin forbidden?— -"Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maid- servant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor anything that is thy neighbour's." Ex. 20:17. 3. What does Paul say to the Ephesians in re- gard to covetousness? — "For this ye know of a surety, that no fornicator, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, that is an idolater, hath any inherit- ance in the kingdom of Christ and God." Eph. 5 15. 4. What is said of he that oppresseth the poor? "He that oppresseth the poor to increase his gain, and he that giveth to the rich, cometh only to want." Prov. 22 :i6. 5. Why are we warned against covetousness? — "And he said unto them, Take heed, and keep your- selves from all covetousness : for a man's life con- siseth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth." Luke 12:15. 6. What should we desire more than earthly possessions? — "But thou, O man of God, flee these things : and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness." I Tim. 6:11. "Incline my heart unto thy testimonies, and not to covetousness." Ps. 119:36. 7. Where should our treasures be? — "But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth consume, and where thieves do not break through nor steal : for where thy treas- ure is, there will thy heart be also." Matt. 6:20, 21. DEACONS. 1. By whom zvere deacons appointed? — "Now in these days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a murmuring of the Grecian Jews against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration. And the twelve called the multitude of the disciples 'unto them, and said, It is not fit that we should forsake the word of God, and serve tables." Acts 6:1, 2. 2. How many zvere appointed? — "Look ye out therefore, brethren, from among you seven men of good report, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.'"' Acts 6:7. 3. What should- be the character and qualifica- tions of all deacons? — "Deacons in like manner must 13 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS be grave, not doubletongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of filthy lucre ; holding the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience." I Tim. 3 18-9. 4. How ought they to live at home? — "Let dea- cons be husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well." I Tim. 3 :i2. 5. What is said of faithful deacons? — "For they that have served well as deacons gain to them- selves a good standing, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus." I Tim. 3 :i3. DEATH. 1. What brought death to the human family? — "Therefore, as through one man sin entered into the world, and death through sin ; and so death passed unto all men, for that all sinned." Rom. 5:12. 2. What is the result of sin? — "For the wages of sin is death ; but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Rom. 6 :23. 3. Is death certain to come to us all? — "For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more reward." Eccl. 9 :5. 4. Is death ever desirable? — "But I am in a strait betwixt the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ ; for it is very far better." Phil. 1 123. "Oh that I might have my request ; and that God would grant me the thing that I long for!" Job 6 :8. 5. What is said of the death of the righteous? — "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ; for thou art with me : thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me." Ps. 23 4. "Precious in the sight of Jehovah is the death of his saints." Ps. 116:15. "And I heard a voice from heaven saying, Write, Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord from henceforth : yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours ; for their works follow with them." Rev. 14:13. 6. Will there be any reward for the zvicked? — "For their will be no reward to the evil man ; the lamp of the wicked shall be put out." Prov. 24:20. "He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be broken, and that without remedy." Prov. 29:1. 7. What did Christ say of the spiritual death? — "Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life : he that believeth on me, though he die, yet shall he live : and whosoever liveth and believeth on me shall never die." John 11 :25, 26. 8. What is the second death? — "And death and Hades were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death, even the lake of fire." Rev. 20:14. 9. Do Christians have a share in the second death? — "He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches. He that overcom- eth shall not be hurt of the second death." Rev. 2:11. 10. To whom does this death come? — "But for the fearful, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers, and fornicators, and sorcerers, and idola- ters, and all liars, their part shall be in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone; which is the sec- ond death." Rev. 21 :8. 11. Then is it necessary to prepare for death? — "Oh that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end !" Deut. 32 =29. "So teach us to number our days, that we may get us a heart of wisdom." Ps. 90:12. DEBTS. 1. Are we taught to avoid contracting debts? — "Owe no man anything save to love one another." Rom. 13 :8. 2. Should debts be promptly paid? — "With- hold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thy hand to do it. Say not unto thy neighbor, Go, and come again, and to-morrow I will give; when thou hast it by thee." Prov. 3 :27> 28. 3. What are we taught in regard to security for debts? — "When thou dost lend thy neighbour any manner of loan, thou shalt not go into his house to fetch his pledge. Thou shalt stand without, and the man to whom thou dost lend shall bring forth the pledge without unto thee. And if he be a poor man, thou shalt not , sleep with his pledge : thou shalt surely restore to him the pledge when the sun goeth down, that he may sleep in his garment, and bless thee : and it shall be righteousness unto thee before Jehovah thy God." Deut. 24:10-13. 4. Is it safe to secure debts for others? — "He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it : but he that hateth suretiship is sure." Prov. 11 :i5- "Be thou not one of them that strike hands,or of them that are sureties for debts." Prov. 22 126. 5. What is said of those who lend upon usury? "Thou shalt not lend upon usury to thy brother ; usury of money, usury of victuals, usury of any thing that is lent upon usury : unto a foreigner thou mayest lend upon usury ; but unto thy brother thou shalt not lend upon usury; that Jehovah thy God may bless thee in all that thy puttest thy hand unto, in the land whither thou goest in to possess it." Deut. 23:19, 20. 6. How should we treat the poor zvho are un- able to pay their debts? — "And the Lord of that servant, being moved with compassion, released him, and forgave him the debt." Matt. 18 :27. DECEIT. 1. What is deceit? — "Thou hast set at naught all them that err from thy statutes ; for their deceit is falsehood." Ps. 119:118. 2. Is the tongue an instrument of deceit? — "Their throat is an open sepulchre ; with their tongues they have used deceit." Rom. 3:13. 3. Is deceit characteristic of the heart? — "The heart is deceitful above all things, and it is des- 14 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. perately sick: who can know it?" Jer. 17:9. 4. How does God look upon this sin? — "Thou shalt destroy them that speak lies: Jehovah abhor- reth the blood-thirsty and deceitful man." Ps. 5 :6. 5. Is it forbidden? — "Be not a witness against thy neighbour without cause; and deceive not with thy lips." Prov. 24:28. 6. How do we know that Christ was perfectly free from deceit? — "And they made his grave with the wicked, and with a rich man in his death; al- though he had done no violence, neither was any deceit in his mouth." Isa. 53 :g. 7. Are true Christians deceitful? — "And in their mouth was- found no lie: they are without blemish." Rev. 14:5. 8. From what should we pray to be delivered? "Deliver my soul, O Jehovah, from lying lips, and from a deceitful tongue." Ps. 120:2. 9. Why should we avoid those who practice deceit? — "Let no man deceive you with empty words ; for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the sons of disobedience." Eph. 5 :6. 10. What is said of the wicked? — "For they speak not peace : but they devise deceitful words against them that are quiet in the land." Ps. 35 :2c 11. What are some of the evils of deceit? — "Thy habitation is in the midst of deceit : through de- ceit they refuse to know me, saith Jehovah." Jer. 9:6. "A true witness delivereth souls : but he that uttereth lies causeth deceit." Prov. 14 :25. "O deliver me from the deceitful and unjust man." Ps. 43:1. 12. Who shall receive a blessing from God? — "He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart ; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, and hath not sworn deceitfully. He shall receive a blessing from Jehovah, and righteousness from the God of his salvation." Ps. 24 4, 5. 13. Will the deceitful be punished? — "But thou, O God, shalt bring them down into the pit of destruction : blood thirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days ; but I will trust in thee." Ps. 55 :23- DEPRAVITY OF MAN. 1. What did the fall of man bring into the world? — "Thy first father sinned, and thine inter- preters have transgressed against me." Isa. 43 :27. "In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground : for out of it wast thou taken : for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return." Gen. 3:19. 2. Is depravity of human nature universal? — "They have all turned aside, they are together be- come unprofitable ; there is none that doeth good, no, not so much as one." Rom. 3:12. "For all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God." Rom. 3 :23. 3. How is sin described? — "To him therefore that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin." Jas. 4:17. "For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit aginst the flesh : for these are contrary the one to the other ; that ye may not do the things that ye would." Gal. 5:17. 4. What is said of man's love of sin? — "And this is the judgment, that the light is come into the world, and men loved the darkness rather than the light ; for their works were evil." John 3 :i9. "For they loved the glory that is of men more than the glory that is of God." John 12 43. 5. What effect does sin have on the man? — "But the things which proceed out of the mouth come forth out of the heart ; and they defile the man." Matt. 15:18. 6. What will be the final doom of the wicked? — •"Upon the wicked he shall rain snares ; fire and brimstone and burning wind shall be the portion of their cup." Ps. 11 :6. DESPONDENCY. 1. What is said of the despondency 0/ the Is- raelites? — 'And the children of Israel spake unto Moses, saying, Behold, we perish, we are undone, we are all undone." Num. 17:12. 2. What is said of the despondency of nations? — "And among these nations shalt thou find no ease, and there shall be no rest for the sole of thy foot : but Jehovah shall give thee there a trembling heart, and failing of eyes, and pining of soul." Deut. 28:65. 3. Was Job despondent in his afflictions? — "After this opened Job his mouth, and cursed his day. And Job answered and said : Let the day per- ish wherein I was born, and the night which said, There is a man child conceived." Job 3:1-3. 4. Will people be despondent until the end of time? — "And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven ; and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man com- ing on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory." Matt. 24 :30. DILIGENCE. 1. What things are spoken of the diligent?-^- "He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread." Prov. 28:19. "But the hand of the diligent maketh rich." Prov. 10:4. 2. What is said of the indolent? — "He becom- eth poor that dealeth with a slack hand." Prov. 10 -.4. "The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing." Prov. 13 4. 3. What honor azvaits the diligent man of busi- ness? — "Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings ; he shall not stand be- fore mean men." Prov. 22 129. 4. Give an example of the reward of industry. —"And the man Jeroboam was a mighty man of valour : and Solomon saw the young man that he was industrious, and he gave him charge over all 15 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS the labour of the house of Joseph." I Kings II :28. 5. Give a description of the sluggard's farm. — "I went by the field of the slothful, and by the vineyard of the man void Of understanding ; and, lo, it was all grown over with thorns, the face there- of was covered with nettles, and the stone wall thereof was broken down." Prov. .24:30, 31. 6. How shall we serve God? — "In diligence, not slothful ; fervent in spirit ; serving the Lord." Rom. 12:11. 7. What sentence is pronounced against the un- faithful? — "Cursed be he that doeth the work of Jehovah negligently." Jer. 48:10. 8. Why should we be diligent? — "Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for these things, give diligence that ye may be found in peace, without spot and blameless in his sight." II Pet. 3:14. 9. What assurance have those who follow this advice? — "Wherefore, brethren, give the more dili- gence to make your calling and election sure : for if ye do these things, ye shall never stumble : for thus shall be richly supplied unto you the entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ." II Pet. 1 :io, n. ■■ DISHONESTY. 1. What command was given the Israelites in regard to dishonesty? — "Ye shall do no unright- eousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure. Just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hire shall ye have: I am Jehovah your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt." Lev. 19:35, 36. 2. How does the Lord regard this sin? — "For all that do such things, even all that do unrighteous- ly, are an abomination unto Jehovah thy God." Deut. 25 :i6. "A false balance is an abomination to Jehovah." Prov. 11 :i. 3. What is said of the wicked? — "The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again." Ps. 37:21. "He is a trafficker, the balances of deceit are in his hand : he loveth to oppress." Hos. 12 :j. 4. Does God punish the unjust? — "That no man transgress, and wrong his brother in the mat- ter; because the Lord is an avenger in all these things, as also we forwarned you and testified." I Thess. 4:6. DISOBEDIENCE TO GOD. 1. Were the Israelites disobedient to God? — "And Jehovah said unto Moses, How long will this people despise me? and how long will they not be- lieve in me, for all the signs which I have wrought among them ?" Num. 14 :i 1. 2. How were they punished? — "Because all those men who have seen my glory, and my signs, which I wrought in Egypt and in the wilderness, yet have tempted me these ten times, and have not hearkened to my voice ; surely they shall not see the land which I sware unto their fathers, neither shall any of them that despised me see it." Num. 14:22, 23. 3. Why were Caleb and Joshua permitted to see the promised land? — "Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite, and Joshua the son of Nun : because they have wholly followed Jehovah." Num. 32 :i2. 4. Is obedience to God's will expressly com- manded? — "Therefore now amend your ways and your doings, and obey the voice of Jehovah your God." Jer. .26:13. 5. If we obey this command what reward have we? — "I will be your God, and ye shall be my peo- ple : and walk ye in all the way that I command you, that it may be well with you." Jer. 7 :23. 6. How will disobedience be punished? — "But if thy heart turn away, and thou wilt not hear, but shalt be drawn away, and worship other gods, and serve them ; I denounce unto you this day, that ye shall surely perish." Deut. 30:17, 18. DIVINITY OF CHRIST. 1. Was the divinity of Christ acknowledged by the Old Testament saints? — "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given ; and the government shall be upon his shoulder and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Ever- lasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isa. 9 :6. 2. What did Paul say of the Lord Jesus? — "He who was manifested in the flesh, justified in the spirit, seen of angels, preached among the na- tions, believed on in the world, received up in glory." I Tim. 3 :i6. 3. How does Christ himself speak of his rela- tion to the Father? — "I and the Father are one." John 10 :30. 4. Did he exist before coming into the world? — "And now, O Father, glorify thou me with thine own self with the glory which I had with thee be- fore the world was." John 17 :5. 5. How was he manifested on earth? — "And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us (and we beheld his glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father) full of grace and truth." John 1:14. 6. How was he recognised by the Father while here? — "Ana lo, a voice out of the heavens, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased."' Matt. 3:17. 7. Hozu was the divinity of the son of God shown? — "All things were made through him; and without him was not anything made that hath been made." John 1 :3. "Therefore doth the Father love me, because I lay down my life, that I may take it again." John 10:17. DIVORCE. 1. What is the law respecting divorces? — "When a man taketh a wife, and marrieth her, then it shall be, if she find no favour in his eyes, because he hath found some unseemly thing in her, that he 16 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. shall write her a bill of divorcement, and give it in her hand, and send her out of his house." Deut. 24:1. 2. L jes Christ forbid divorcement? — "And there came unto him Pharisees, trying him, and say- ing, Is it lawful for a man to put away his wife for every cause? And he answered and said, Have ye not read, that he who made them from the begin- ning made them male and female, and said, For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife ; and the twain shall become one flesh ? So that they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder. They say unto him, Why then did Moses command to give a bill of divorce- ment, and to put her away ? He saith unto them, Moses for your hardness of heart suffered you to put away your wives ; but from the beginning it hath not been so. And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery : and he that marrieth her when she is put away committeth adultery." Matt. 19:3-9. 3. What does Paul say of divorce? — "But un- to the married I give charge, yea not I, but the Lord. That the wife depart not from her husband (but and if she depart, let her remain unmarried, or else be reconciled to her husband) : and that the husband leave not his wife." I Cor. 7:10, 11. 4. Is divorce justified by difference of religion ? — "If any brother hath an unbelieving wife, and she is content to dwell with him, let him not leave her. And the woman that hath an unbelieving hus- band, and he is content to dwell with her, let her not leave her husband." I Cor. 7:12, 13. DOCTRINE. 1. Does it make any difference what a man be- lieves, if he is only sincere? — "God chose you from the beginning unto salvation in sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth." II Thess. 2 :i3. 2. How may we determine the truthfulness of any doctrine? — "Prove all things ; hold fast that which is good." I Thess. 5 :2i. 3. What is the power of sound doctrine? — "Holding to the faithful word which is according to the leaching, that he may be able both to exhort in the sound doctrine, and to convict the gainsayers." Tit. 1 :g. 4. Will God accept the homage of such as de- liberately teach contrary to his will? — "But in vain do they worship me, teaching as their doctrines the precepts of men." Matt. 1 5 :g. 5. What is said of the companionship of teach- ers of false doctrine?- — "Now I beseech you, breth- ren, mark them that are causing the divisions and occasions of stumbling, contrary to the doctrines which ye learned : and turn away from them." Rom. 16:17. 6. "Is whom will the gates of heaven be opened? — "Open ye the gates, that the righteous na- tion that keepeth faith may enter in." Isa. 26 :2. 7. What did Christ say of his doctrines? — "Jesus therefore answered them, and said, My teach- ing is not mine, but his that sent me. If any man willeth to do his will, he shall know of the teaching, whether it be of God, or whether I speak from my- self." John 7:16, 17. DOUBTING. 1. How is distrust indicated? — "But they say, There is no hope : for we will walk after our own de- vices, and we will do every one after the stubborn- ness of his evil heart." Jer. 18 :i2. 2. Did Christ forbid doubting? — "And seek not ye what ye shall eat, and what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind." Luke 12 :29. 3. Were the disciples ever doubtful? — "But when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted." Matt. 28 7. "But I said unto you, that ye have seen me, and yet believe not." John 6 .2,6. 4. What good things are spoken of the believ- er? — "He that believeth on him is not judged." John 3:18. "He that believeth on the Son hath eternal life." John 3 136. 5. What is said of the doubtfid?—"He that be- lieveth not hath been judged already, because he hath not believed on the name of the only begotten Son of God." John 3 :i8. "He that obeyeth not the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abideth on him." John 3 -.36. 6. What will be the punishment of unbelief? — "Except ye believe that I am he, ye shall die in your sins." John 8 \2\. "And we see that they were not able to enter in because of unbelief." Heb. 3 :i9- DUTY OF MAN TO GOD, MAN TO MAN. 1. How is the fear of God described? — "The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom : and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." Prov. 9:10. 2. What did Christ say zvas the greatest com- mandment? — "And he said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind." Matt. 22 :37. 3. Is it then our duty to love God? — "Take good heed therefore unto ourselves, that ye love Je- hovah your God." Josh. 23:11. 4. What did the apostles say about obedience to God? — "We must obey God rather than men." Acts 5 ^9- 5. What kind of service should we offer God? —"Wherefore, receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us have grace, whereby we may offer ser- vice well-pleasing to God with reverence and awe." Heb. 12:28. 6. How are they blessed who fear the Lord? — "His soul shall dwell at ease ; and his seed shall in- herit the land." Ps. 25 113. 7. What is our duty to each other? — "Thou 17 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS shalt not take vengeance, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am Jehovah." Lev. 19:18. 8. What did Christ say of our duty to man? — "All things therefore whatsoever ye would that men should do unto you, even so do ye also unto them." Matt. 7:12. 9. What then is the duty of man to God and to his fellow-men? — "This is the end of the matter; all hath been heard : fear God and keep his command- ments ; for this is the whole duty of man." Eccl. 12:13. EDUCATION. 1. Were the Israelites commanded to give their children a religious training? — "And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be upon thy heart : and thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shall talk of them when thou sittest in thy house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou riseth up." Deut. 6 :6, 7. 2. What are the happy effects of good teach- ing? — "Train up a child in the way he should go, and even when he is old he will not depart from it." Prov. 22 :6. "Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest ; yea he shah give delight unto thy soul." Prov. 29 :iy. 3. What is the effect of bad training? — "A child left to himself causeth shame to his mother." Prov. 29:15. 4. What did Christ do for the people? — "And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him ; and he sat down and taught them." John 8 :2. 5. What did he teach them? — "And beginning from Moses and from all the prophets, he inter- preted to them in all the scriptures the things con- cerning himself." Luke 24:27. ELECTION. 1. Has God determined and distinct purposes? — "And he made of one every nation of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, having determined their appointed seasons, and the bounds of their habita- tion." Acts 17 :26. "Jehovah hath made every thing for its own end : yea, even the wicked for trie day of evil." Prov. 16 -.4. 2. Are God's purposes eternal? — "But we are bound to give thanks to God always for you, breth- ren beloved of the Lord, for that God chose you from the beginning unto salvation in sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth." II Thess. 2 :i3. 3. Does God call us according to our works? — "Who saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purposes and grace, which was given us in Christ' Jesus before times eternal." II Tim. 1 :g. 4. Is election personal? — "He saith unto them, My cup indeed ye shall drink : but to sit on my right hand, and on my left hand, is not mine to give, but it is for them for whom it hath been prepared of my Father." Matt. 20:23. "Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for vou from the foundation of the world." Matt. 25 =34. 5. Is it unconditional on their part? — "And we know that to them that love God all things work to- gether for good, even to them that are called accord- ing to his purpose." Rom. 8 :28. "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God before prepared that we should walk in them." Eph. 2 :io. 6. Is it immutable and certain of accomplish^ ment? — "For whom he foreknew, he also foreor- dained to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren : and whom he foreordained, them he also called : and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified." Rom. 8 :29, 30. EMBEZZLEMENT. See Fraud. EMPLOYEE. 1. How should the employee be treated? — ''Thou shalt not oppress a hired servant that is poor and needy, whether he be of thy brethren, or of thy strangers that are in thy land within thy gates." Deut. 24:14. 2. Give an instance of kindness to the employee. "And, behold, Boaz came from Beth-lehem, and said unto the reapers, Jehovah be with you. And they answered him, Jehovah bless thee." Ruth 2 14. 3. Should they be promptly paid? — "The wages of a hired servant shall not abide with thee all night until the morning." Lev. 19 :i3- "For the labourer is worthy of his hire." Luke 10:7. 4. Does God hear the cry of the labourer who is treated unjustly? — "Behold, the hire of the labour- ers who mowed your fields, which is of you kept back by fraud, crieth out : and the cries of them that reaped have entered into the ears of the Lord of Sabaoth." Jas. 5 -.4. EMPLOYER. 1. Is the employer forbidden to oppress his ser- vants? — "Thou shalt not mle over him with rigour ; but shalt fear thy God." Lev. 25 43. 2. What is said about servants observing the Sabbath? — "But the seventh day is a sabbath unto Jehovah thy God : in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, nor thy man- servant, nor thy maidservant, nor thine ox, nor thine ass, nor any of thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates ; that thy manservant and thy maidservant may rest as well as thou." Deut. 5 :i4- 18 15 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. 3. How should the employer reward his la- bourers? — "Masters, render unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven." Col, 4:1. 4. What is said of those zvho oppress their ser- vants? — "He that oppresseth the poor to increase his gain, and he that giveth to the rich, cometh only to want." Prov. 22 :i6. ENEMY. 1. How did Christ teach us to regard our ene- mies? — "Ye have heard that it was said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy; but I say unto you, Love your enemies, and pray for them that persecute you." Matt. 5 143, 44. 2. Is it wrong to rejoice at their misfortunes? — "Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thy heart be glad when he is overthrown." Prov. 24:17. 3. Does Christ forbid returning evil for evil? — "Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honourable in the sight of all men." Rom. 12:17. 4. How then should we treat them? — "But if thine enemy hunger, feed him ; if he thirst, give him to drink; for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head." Rom. 12 :20. ENVY AND JEALOUSY. 1. Is vexation at another's excellence or suc- cess condemned? — "Fret not thyself because of evil- doers ; neither be thou envious at the wicked." Prov. 24:19. 2. What is said of the exceeding cruelty of jealousy? — "Jealousy is cruel as Sheol: the flashes thereof are flashes of fire." Cant. 8:6. 3. Give an illustration of this. — "Not as Cain was of the evil one, and slew his brother. And wherefore slew he him? Because his works were evil, and his brother's righteous." I John 3 :i2. 4. What is the condition of things where jeal- ousy reigns? — "For where jealousy and faction are, there is confusion and every vile deed." Jas. 3:16. 5. What effect does envy have upon its pos- sessor? — "For vexation killeth the foolish man, and jealousy slayeth the silly one." Job 5 :2. 6. Will any be saved who retain the spirit of envy in the heart? — "Envyings, drunkenness, rev- ellings, and such like : of which I forewarn you, even as I did forewarn you, that they who practice such things sh?ll not inherit the kingdom of God." Gal. 5:21. 7. What is the source from which both good and evil spring? — "The good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good: and the evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth that which is evil: for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh." Luke 6:45- 8. Why should the heart be watched closely? — "Keep thy heart with all diligence : for out of it are the issues of life." Prov. 4 -.2$. ETERNAL LIFE. 1. Through whom do we receive eternal life? "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life." John 3 :i6. 2. Who will have this life? — "Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believ- eth him, that sent me, hath eternal life, and cometh not into judgment, but hath passed out of death into life." John 5 124. "He that hath the Son hath the life; he that hath not the Son of God hath not the life." I John 5:12. 3. What does Christ say of himself? — "I am the bread of life." John 6 :48. 4. What will they receive who partake of this bread? — "If any man eat of this bread, he shall live for ever : yea and the bread which I will give is my flesh, for the life of the world." John 6:51. 5. What promise has God given the right- eous? — "And these shall go away into eternal pun- ishment: but the righteous into eternal life." Matt. 25 46. "And this is the promise which he promised us, even the life eternal." I John 2 -.2$. ETERNITY. See Eternal Life. Everlasting Punishment. EVERLASTING PUNISHMENT. 1. What is the punishment for sin? — "For the wages of sin is death ; but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Rom. 6 .22,. 2. How many deaths are there for the wicked? — "But for the fearful, and unbelieving, and abomin- able, and murderers, and fornicators, and socerers, and idolators, and all liars, their part shall be in the lake that burnetii with fire and brimstone ; which is the second death." Rev. 21 :8. 3. In this fire will there be torment, if so how long will it last? — "And he shall be tormented with fire and brimstone in the presence of the holy angels, and in the presence of the Lamb ; and the smoke of' their torment goeth up for ever and ever." Rev. 14:10, 11. 4. What is the nature of the fire into which the zvicked will finally be cast? — '"Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into the eternal fire which is prepared for the devil and his angels." Matt. 25 41 . "And he will gather his wheat into the garner, but the chaff he will burn up with unquenchable fire." Matt. 3:12. 5. What shall be the final effect of this fire on the wicked? — "Who shall suffer punishment, even eternal destruction from the face of the Lord and from the glory of his might." II Thess. 1 :g. 39 19 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS EVIL COMPANY. 1. Should bad company be avoided? — "My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not." Prov. I :io. "Enter not into the path of the wicked, and walk not in the way of evil men. Avoid it, pass not by it; turn from it, and pass on." Prov. 4:14, 15. 2. What* effect have the evil on the good? — "Be not deceived : Evil companionship corrupt good morals." I Cor. 15 133. 3. What is said of the companions of the wick- ed? — "Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth the adjuration and uttereth noth- ing." Prov. 29:24. "Be not unequally yoked with unbelievers : for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? or what communion hath light with darkness? II* Cor. 6:14. 4. What is much more to be desired than evil company? — "For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wick- edness." Ps. 84:10. 5. What is the difference between the compan- ions of the wise and those of the wicked? — "Walk with wise men, and thou shalt be wise : but the com- panions of fools shall smart for it." Prov. 13 :20. EXALTATION. 1. Who is exalted above all that exists? — "For thou, Jehovah, art most high above all the earth ; thou art exalted far above all gods." Ps. 97 :g. 2. Why should God be thus exalted? — "Thou art Jehovah, even thou alone ; thou hast made heav- en, the heaven of heavens, with all their host, the earth and all things that are thereon, the seas and all that is in them, and thou preservest them all ; and the host of heaven worshippeth thee." Neh. 9 :6. 3. How high is Christ exalted? — 'Wherefore aiso God highly exalted him, and gave unto him the name which is above every name ; that in the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven and things on earth and things under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." Phil. 2:9-11. 4. Who will God exalt? — "Whosoever shall humble himself shall be exalted." Matt. 23:12. 5. What must precde exaltation? — "The fear of Jehovah is the instruction of wisdom ; and before honour goeth humility." Prov. 15 :33- 6. In what only should we desire to be exalted? "For thou art the glory of their strength ; and in thy favour our horn shall be exalted." Ps. 89:17. 7. When will the humble be exalted? — "Wait for Jehovah, and keep his way, and he shall exalt thee to inherit the land : when the wicked are cut' off, thou shalt see it." Ps. 37:34. FAITH. 1. How does the apostle define faith? — "Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, a convic- tion of things not seen. For therein the elders had witness borne to them. By faith we understand that the worlds have been framed by the word of God, so that what is seen hath not been made out of things which do appear." Heb. 11:1-3. 2. is belief in God necessary to please him? — "And without faith it is impossible to be well-pleas- ing unto him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is rewarder of them that seek after him." Heb. 11:6. 3. Is the want of faith a cause of sin? — "And we see that they are not able to enter in because of unbelief." Heb. 3 :i9. 4. Is faith in Christ necessary to salvation? — "He that believeth on the Son hath eternal life ; but he that obeyeth not the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abideth on him." John 3 :t,6. 5. What command is given us in regard to be- lief in Christ? — "And this is his commandment, that we should believe in the name of his Son Jesus Christ, and love one another, even as he gave us commandment.*' I John 3 :23. 6. How do we know when faith is genuine? — "Because if thou shalt confess with thy mouth Jesus, as Lord, and shalt believe in thy heart that God raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved : for with the heart man believeth unto righteousness ; and with the mouth confession is made unto salva- tion." Rom. 10:9, 10. 7. Hozv are Christians justified? — "We reckon therefore that a man is justified by faith apart from the works of the law." Rom. 3 :28. "Being therefore justified b> faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." Rom. 5 t. 8. What effect does faith have on the lives of the righteous? — "The righteous shall live by faith." Gal. 3:11. "For we walk by faith, not by sight." II Cor. "And this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith." I John 5 4. "In whom we have boldness and access in confi- dence through our faith in him." Eph. 3 :i2. 9. Give instances of strong and triumphant faith. — "By faith Abel offered unto God a more ex- :ellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he had witness born to him that he was righteous, God bear- ing witness in respect of his gifts : and through it he being dead yet speaketh." Heb. 11 -.4. "By faith Abraham, being tried, offered up Isaac." Heb. 11 Wj. 10. What did Christ say of the danger of those who are without faith? — "I said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins : for except ye believe that I am he, ye shall die in your sins." John 8 :24. 11. What is said of the belief of devils in God? — "Thou believest that God is one ; thou doest well * the demons also believe, and shudder." Jas. 2:19. 20 J Xi ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. FALL OF MAN. i. Where did God place man when he had cre- ated him? — '"And Jehovah God planted a garden eastward, in Eden ; and there he put the man whom he had formed." Gen. 2:8. 2. What description have we of this garden? — 'And out of the ground made Jehovah God to grow every tree that is pleasant to the sight, and good for food ; the tree of life also in the midst of the garden, and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil." Gen. 2 :g. 3. How is it watered? — "And a river went out of Eden to water the garden ; and from thence it was parted, and became four heads. The name of the first is Pishon : that is it which compasseth the whole land of Havilah, where there is gold ; and the gold of that land is good: there is bdellium and the onyx stone. And the name of the second river is Gihon : the same is it that compasseth the whole land of dish. And the name of the third river is Hiddekel : that is it which goeth in front of Assyria. And the fourth river is Euphrates." Gen. 2 : 10-14. 4. Was man idle in the garden of Eden? — "And Jehovah God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it." Gen. 2:15. 5. How zvas the garden refreshed before man was placed there to tend it? — "But there went up a mist from the earth, and watered the whole face of the ground." Gen. 2 :6. 6. Did God permit man to eat of the fruit of this garden? — "And Jehovah God commanded the man, saying, Of every tree of the garden thou mayest freely eat." Gen. 2:16. 7. Were there any restrictions to this permis- sion?— -"But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it : for 111 the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die." Gen. 2:17. 8. Did man violate God's command? — "Now the serpent was more subtile than any beast of the field which Jehovah God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of any tree of the garden ? And the woman said unto the serpent, Of the fruit of the trees of the gar- den we may eat : but of the fruit of the tree which is in the midst of the garden, God hath said, Ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it, lest ye die. And the serpent said unto the woman, Ye shall not surely die : for God doth know that in the day ye eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened, and ye shall be as God, knowing good and evil. And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat ; and she gave also unto her husband with her, and he did eat." Gen. 3 :i-6. 9. What did the devil promise Eve? — "And the serpent said unto the woman, Ye shall not surely die : for God doth know that in the day ye eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened, and ye shall be as God knowing good and evil." Gen. 3 4, 5. 10. Was she disappointed? — "Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father it is your will to do. He was a murderer from the be- ginning, and standeth hot in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own : for he is a liar, and the father thereof." John 8 44. 11. What foolish plan did they adopt to hide their shame? — "And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together, and made themselves aprons." Gen. 3 :J. 12. Can any place conceal us from God's eye? — "O Jehovah, thou hast searched me, and known me. Thou knowest my downsitting and mine up- rising, thou understandest my thought afar off. Thou searchest out my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word in my tongue, but lo, O Jehovah, thou knowest it altogether. Thou hast beset me behind and before, and laid thy hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me ; it is high, I cannot attain unto it. Whither shall I go from thy spirit ? or whither shall I flee from thy presence ? If I ascend up into heaven, thou are there : if I make my bed in Sheol, behold, thou art thee. If I take the wings of the morning, and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea ; even there shall thy hand lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me. If I say, Surely the darkness shall overwhelm me, and the light about me shall be night ; even the darkness hideth not from thee, but the night shineth as the day: the darkness and the light are both alike to thee. Ps. 139 :i-i2. 13. When we commit sin what ought we to do? — "If we say that we have no sins, we deceive our- selves, and the truth is not in us." I John 1 :8. "And he is the propitiation for our sins ; and not for ours only, but also for the whole world." I John 2 :2. "He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper : but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy." Prov. 28:13. 14. Can we provide a covering for our sins? — "For we are all become as one that is unclean, and all our righteousnesses are as a polluted garment; and we all do fade as a leaf ; and our iniquities, like the wind, take us away.' Isa. 64 :6. 15. Has God taken pity on us and given us a robe of righteousness? — "I will greatly rejoice in Je- hovah, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with a garland, and as a bride adorneth herself with her jewels." Isa. 61 :io. 16. How was it made knozvn to our first par- ents? — "And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed : it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel." Gen. 3:15. 17. How did God clothe their bodies? — "Ana Jehovah God made for Adam and for his wife coats of skins, and clothed them." Gen. 3 :2i. 18. What is supposed to have been done with 21 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS the bodies of the animals thus slain ? — "And Abel, he also brought of the firstlings of his flock and of the fatthereof. And Jehovah had respect unto Abel and to his offering." Gen. 4 14. 19. How did this represent the great atonement made by Jesus Christ? — "And according to the law, I may almost say, all things are cleansed with blood, and apart from shedding of blood there is no re- mission." Heb. 9 :22. 20. What curse was pronounced upon the ser- pent? — "And Jehovah God said unto the serpent, Because thou hast done this, cursed art thou above all cattle, and above every beast of the field ; upon thy belly shalt thou go, and dust shalt thou eat all the days of thy life : and I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed ; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel." Gen. 3:14, 15. 21. What curse was pronounced upon the wom- an? — "Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multi- ply thy sorrow and thy conception ; in sorrow thou shalt bring forth children ; and thy desire shall be to thy husband and he shall rule over thee." Gen. 3:16. 22. What curse was pronounced upon the man? — "And unto Adam he said, Because thou hast hearkened unto the voice of thy wife, and hast eaten of the tree, of which I commanded thee, saying, Thou shalt not eat of it : cursed is the ground for thy sake ; in toil shalt thou eat of it all the days of thy life ; thorns also and thistles shall it bring forth to thee ; and thou shalt eat of the herb of the field ; in the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground ; for out of it wast thou taken ; for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return." Gen. 3 117-19. , 23. Why zvas man driven from the garden of Eden and away from the tree of life? — "And Je- hovah God said, Behold, the man is become as one of us, to know good and evil ; and now, lest he put forth his hand, and take also of the tree of life, and eat, and live for ever : therefore Jehovah God sent him forth from the garden of Eden, to till the ground from whence he was taken. So he drove out the man ; and he placed at the east of the garden of Eden the Cherubim, and the flame of a sword which turned every way, to keep the way of the tree of life." Gen. 3 :22-24. 24. Was the tree of life ever mentioned again in the Scriptures? — "He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches. To him that overcometh, to him will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the Paradise of God." Rev. 2 :j. "And he showed me a river of water of life, bright as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb, in the midst of the street thereof. And on this side of the river and on that was the tree of life, bearing twelve manner of fruits, yielding its fruit every month ; and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations." Rev. 22:1, 2. 25. Why did Adam name his wife Eve? — "And the man called his wife's name Eve; because she was the mother of all living." Gen. 3 :20. 26. How did God guard the gate of Eden? — "So he drove out the man ; and he placed at the east of the garden of Eden the Cherubim, and the flame of a sword which turned every way, to keep the way of the tree of life." Gen. 3 :24. FALSEHOOD. 1. Is lying forbidden? — "Ye shall not steal; neither shall ye deal falsely, nor lie one to another." Lev. 19:11. 2. Is this sin hateful to God?— "Lying lips are an abomination to Jehovah." Prov. 12 -.22. 3. Will it be severely punished? — "Thou shalt destroy them that speak lies : Jehovah abhorreth the bloodthirsty and deceitful man." Ps. 5 :6. "But a lying tongue is but for a moment." Prov. 12 :iq. 4. How do men regard a falsehood? — "I hate and abhor falsehood; but thy law do I love." Ps. 119:163. "Deliver my soul, O Jehovah, from lying lips." Ps. 120 \2. "A righteous man hateth lying." Prov. 13 :5- 5. Is it characteristic of the wicked? — "A faith- ful witness will not lie : but a false witness uttereth lies." Prov. 14:5. "A true witness delivereth souls : but he that ut- tereth lies causeth deceit."- Prov. 14:25. 6. What is said of the devil in connection with this sin? — "Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father it is your will to do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and standeth not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own ; for he is a liar, and the father thereof." John 8 -.44. FALSE WITNESS. 1. What command is given us in regard to bearing, false witness? — "Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour." Ex. 20:16. 2. How does God look upon it? — "There are six things which Jehovah hateth; yea, seven which are an abomination unto him : Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood ; a heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that are swift in running to mischief ; a false witness that uttereth lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren." Prov. 6:16-19. 3. What does he say about swearing by his name? — "And ye shall not swear by my name false- ly, so that thou profane the name of thy God : I am Jehovah." Lev. 19:12. 4. How will false witnesses be punished.? — "This is the curse that goeth forth over the face of the whole land : for every one that stealeth shall be cut off on the one side according to it ; and every one that sweareth shall be cut off on the other side ac- cording to it. I will cause it to go forth, saith Je- hovah of hosts, and it shall enter into the house 22 *r ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. of the thief, and into the house of him that sweareth falsely by my name : and it shall abide in the midst of his house, and shall consume it with the timber thereof and the stones thereof." Zee. 5 13, 4. FARMING. 1. What was man's original occupation? — "And Jehovah God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it." Gen. 2:15. 2. By whom instituted? — "Therefore Jehovah God sent him forth from the garden of Eden, to till the ground from whence he was taken." Gen. 3:23. 3. // this is a divine institution why did God curse the ground? — '"And unto Adam he said, Be- cause thou has hearkened unto the voice of thy wife, and hast eaten of the tree, of which I commanded thee, saying, Thou shalt not eat of it : cursed is the ground for thy sake ; in toil shalt thou eat of it all' the days of thy life." Gen. 3 \ij. 4. By whom was the necessary instruction given? — "For his God doth instruct him aright, and doth teach him." Isa. 28 :26. 5. What else beside wisdom is necessary to the successful farmer? — "Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds." Prov. 27:23. "Be patient therefore, brethren, until the coming of the Lord, Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient over it. until it receive the early and later rain." Jas. 5 :y. 6. What animals were used for plowing? — "The oxen were plowing, and the asses feeding be- side them." Job 1 :i4. 7. What is said in regard to the time for sow- ing seed? — "In the morning sow thy seed, and in the evening withhold not thy hand : for thou know- est not which shall prosper, whether this or that, or whether they both shall be alike good." Eccl. 11:6. 8. Why were tillers of the ground exempt from military service? — "And what man is there that hath planted a vineyard, and hath not used the fruit there- of? let him go and return unto his house, lest he die in the battle, and another man use the fruit thereof." Deut. 20 :6. 9. What were some of the laws governing and controling the husbandman? — "If a man shall cause a field or vineyard to be eaten, and shall let his beast loose, and it feed in another 'man's field; of the best of his own field, and of the best of his own vineyard, shall he make restitution. If fire break out, and catch in thorns, so that the shocks of grain, or the standing grain, or the field, be consumed ; he that kindled the fire shall surely make restitution." Ex. 22:5,6. "Six days thou shalt work, but on the seventh day thou shalt rest : in plowing time and in harvest' thou shalt rest." Ex. 34:21. "And when ye reap the harvest of your land, thou shalt not wholly reap the corners of thy field, neither shalt thou gather the gleaning of thy harvest. And thou shalt not glean thy vineyard, neither shalt thou gather the fallen fruit of thy vineyard ; thou shalt leave them for the poor and for the stranger : I am Jehovah your God." Lev. 19 :g, 10. "And the land shall not be sold in perpetuity; for the land is mine : for ye are strangers and so- journers with me." Lev. 25 :23. "But this I say, He that soweth sparingly shali reap also sparingly ; and he that soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully." II Cor. 9 :6. 10. How can farmers honor God? — "Honour Jehovah with thy substance, and with the first fruits of all thine increase ; so shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy vats shall overflow with new wine." Prov. 3 :g, 10. FASTING. 1. Is abstinance from food, accompanied with religious humiliation, mentioned as a general duty of all Christians at some times?— "Then come to "him the disciples of John, saying, Why do we and the Pharisees fast oft, but thy disciples fast not? And Jesus said unto them, Can the sons of the bride- chamber mourn, as long as the bridegroom is with them ? but the days will come, when die bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then will they fast." Matt. 9:14, '15. 2. Is fasting accompanied by prayer? — "And I set my face unto the Lord God, to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting, and sackcloth, and ashes." Dan. 9:3. 3. What kind is acceptable to God? — "But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thy head, and wash thy face; that thou be not seen of men to fast, but of thy Father who is in secret : and thy Father who seeth in secret, shall recompense thee." Matt. 6:17,18. 4. Was a fast to be proclaimed in time of ca- lamity? — "Sanctify a fast, call a solemn assembly, gather the old men and all the inhabitants of the land unto the house of Jehovah your God, and cry unto Jehovah." Joel 1 : 14. 5. Give instances of fasting. — "And Moses entered into the. midst of the cloud, and went up into the mount : and Moses was in the mount forty days and forty nights." Ex. 24:18. "Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil." "And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he afterward hungered." Matt. 4:1, 2. FEAR OF GOD. 1. Docs God require his children to fear him? — Thou shalt fear Jehovah thy God ; and him shalt thou serve, and shalt swear by hi" name." Deut. 6:13. "Serve Jehovah with fear, and rejoice with trembling." Ps. 2:11. 2. What are some of the promises to those zvho cherish it? — "Oh how great is thy goodness, which 23 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS thou hast laid up for them that fear thee." Ps. 31 :iq. "For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his loving kindness toward them that fear him." Ps. 103:11. "And his mercy is unto generations and genera- tions on them that fear him." Luke 1 :50. 3. What is said of the presumptuous? — "Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall." I Cor. 10:12. "Happy is the man that feareth alway : but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief." Prov. 28:14. 4. What are the happy effects of the fear of God? — "The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom : and the knowledge of the Holy One is un- derstanding." Prov. 9:10. "By kindness and truth iniquity is purged : and bv the fear of Jehovah men depart from evil." Prov. 16:6. "The fear of Jehovah tendeth to life : and he that hath it shall abide satisfied ; he shall not be visited with evil." Prov. 19:23. 5. What are the marks of the fear of God? — "The fear of Jehovah is to hate evil : pride, and arro- gancy, and the evil way, and the perverse mouth, do I hate." Prov. 8:13. "He that walketh in his uprightness feareth Je- hovah." Prov. 14 :2. 6. What is man's duty toward God? — "Fear God, and keep his commandments : for this is the whole duty of man." Eccl. 12:13. FELLOWSHIP. 1. What is necessary in order to have fellow- ship with God? — "And he that keepeth his com- mandments abideth in him, and he in him. And herebv we know that he abideth in us by the Spirit that he gave us." I John 3 :24. 2. What is said of fellowship with Christ? — "He that hath the Son hath the life; he that hath not the Son of God hath not the life." I John 5:12. "God is faithful through whom ye were called into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord." I Cor. 1 :g. 3. How did Christ teach his disciples to regard each other? — "This is mv commandment, that ye love one another, even as I have loved you." John 15:12. "Let love of the brethren continue." Heb. 13:1. 4. With whom should we have fellowship? — "I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that observe thy precepts." Ps. 119:63. 5. What is the duty of the righteous tozvard all men? — "Bear ve one another's burdens, and so ful- fill the law of Christ." Gal. 6 :2. "And, we exhort you, brethren, admonish the dis- orderly, encourage the faint-hearted, support the weak, be longsuffering toward all." I Thess. 5 :i4. "Finally, be ye all likeminded, compassionate, loving as brethren, tenderhearted, humble-minded: not rendering evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; - but contrariwise blessing; for hereunto were ye called, that ye should inherit a blessing." I Pet. 3:8,0. 6. What is said of the companionship of the wicked? — "He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread : but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough." Prov. 28:19. "Ye therefore, beloved, knowing these things before hand, beware lest, being carried away with the error of the wicked, ye fall from your own sted- fastness." II Pet. 3 :iy. 7. Is it forbidden? — "And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather even reprove them." Eph. 5:11. "Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them that arc causing the divisions and occasions of stumbling, contrary to the doctrine which ye learned : and turn pway from them." Rom. 16:17. FLATTERY. 1. Is flattery forbidden? — "He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that openeth wide his lips." Prov. 20:19. 2. Why should false praise be guarded against? — "A lying tongue hateth those whom it hath wounded ; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin." Prov. 26:28. 3. What is said of the friends of the rich? — "The poor is hated even of his own neighbour : but the rich hath many friends." Prov. 14 :20. "Many will intreat the favour of the liberal man : and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts." Prov. 19:6. 4. Hozv do men regard flatterers? — "He that saith unto the wicked, Thou art righteous ; peoples shall curse him, nations shall abhor him." Prov. 24 :24. 5. Were the apostles free from this evil? — "But even as we have been approved of God to be in- trusted with the gospel, so we speak not ; as pleas- ing men, but God who proveth our hearts. For neither at any time were we found using words of flattery, as ye know, nor. a cloke of covetousness, God is witness." I Thess. 2 4, 5. FORGETTING GOD. 1. Is f or getf illness of God characteristic of the wicked? — "They kept not the covenant of God, and refused to walk in his law ; and they forget his do- ings, and his wondrous works that he had showed them." Ps. 78:10, IT. 2. Are backsliders guilty of this sin? — "A voice is heard upon the bare heights, the weeping and the supplications of the children of Israel ; because they have perverted their way, they have forgotten Je- hovah their God." Jer. 3 ;2l. "My people have forgotten me days without number." Jer. 2 :32. 3. Is it encouraged by false teachers? — "Who think to cause my people to forget my name by their 24 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. dreams which they tell every man to his neighbour, as their fathers forgat my name for Baal." Jer. 23 --27. 4. Does prosperity lead to forgetfulness of God? — "'According to their pasture, so were they filled ; they were filled, and their heart was exalted : therefore have they forgotten me." Hos. 13 :6. 5. Should the righteous forget God in times of trial ? — "All this is come upon us ; yet have we not forgotten thee, neither have we dealt falsely in thy covenant." Ps. 44:17. 6. Are they cautioned against it? — '"'Beware lest thou forget Jehovah thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day." Deut. 8:11. 7. What is the exhortation to those who are guilty? — "Now consider this, ye that forget God, lest i tear you in pieces, and there be none to deliv- er." Ps. 50:22. 8. What is said of their punishment? — "The wicked shall be turned backward unto Sheol, even all the nations that forget God." Ps. 9:17. FORGIVING ONE ANOTHER. 1. What spirit should accompany prayer? — "And whensoever ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have aught against any one ; that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses." Mark 11 \2$. 2. Will God pardon the unforgiving? — "But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses." Matt. 6:15. 3. How many times should we forgive? — "Then came Peter, and said to him, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him ? until seven times? Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times ; but until seventy times seven." Matt. 18:21, 22. 4. In forgiving should we be satisfied with mere formalities? — "So shall also my heavenly Father do unto you, if ye forgive not every one his brother from your hearts." Matt. 18 :35. 5. How should zve bestow mercy? — "He that giveth, let him do it with liberality; he that ruleth, with diligence ; he that showeth mercy, with cheer- fulness." Rom. 12:8. 6. In forgiving whose example do we follow? — "Forbearing one another, and forgiving each oth- er, if any man have a complaint against any ; even as the Lord forgave you, so also do ye. Col. 3:13. FRAUD. 1. Is this sin forbidden? — "Thou shalt not op- press thy neighbour, nor rob him : the wages of a hired servant shall not abide with thee all night un- til the morning." Lev. 19:13. 2. Does God hear the cry of those who are treated unjustly? — "Behold, the hire of the labour- ers who mowed your fields, which is of you kept back bv fraud, crieth out : and the cries of them that reaped have entered into the ears of the Lord of Sabaoth." Jas. 5 4. 3. What are the marks of those who practice fraud? — "His mouth is full of cursing and deceit and oppression : under his tongue is mischief and iniquity." Ps. 10 :j. 4. What will be their punishment? — "Where- fore thus saith the Holy One of Israel, Because ye despise this word, and trust in oppression and per- verseness, and lean thereon ; therefore this iniquity shall be to you as a breach ready to fall, swelling out in a wall, whose breaking cometk suddenly at an instant." Isa. 30:12, 13. FREE-WILL OFFERINGS. 1. Who gives man power to get wealth? — "But thou shalt remember Jehovah thy God, for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth." Deut. 8:18. 2. What is said of those who trust in riches? — "He that trusteth in his riches shall fall." Prov. 1 1 :28. 3. What ought they to do with their means?- — "That they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to com- municate." I Tim. 6:18. 4. What shall they thus do for themselves? — "Laying up in store for themselves a good founda- tion against the time to come, that they may lay hold on the life which is life indeed." I Tim. 6 :ig. 5. Hozv are we commanded to honor God? — "Honour Jehovah with thy substance, and with the first fruits of all thine increase." Prov. 3 :g. 6. Does God remember those who assist in his cause? — "For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and the love which ye showed toward his name, in that ye ministered unto the saints, and still do minister." Heb. 6:10. 7. Are not the poor excusea from giving? — "Every man shall give as he is above, according to the blessing of Jehovah thy God which he hath given thee." Deut. 16:17. 8. What then does God consider more than the amount of the offering? — "For if the readiness is there it is acceptable according as a man hath, not according as he hath not." II Cor. 8:12. FRIENDSHIP. 1. What is said of the value of true friends? — "A friend loveth at all times." Prov. 17:17. "Oil and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend that cometh of hearty counsel." Prov. 27 :g. 2. How are they often separated? — "He that' covereth a transgression seeketh love : but he that harpeth on a matter separateth chief friends." Prov. I7:9- 3. Is there danger in unfaithful friends? — "For it was not an enemy that reproached me: then I could have born it ; neither was it he that hated me that did magnify himself against me : then I would have hid myself from him : But it was thou, a man 25 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1 mine equal, my companion, and my familiar friend." Ps. 55 :i2, 13. 4. Give example of unfaithful ones. — "Yea, mine own familiar friend in whom I trusted, who did eat of my bread, hath lifted up his heel against me." Ps. 41 :g. "Now he th?t betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that is he : take him." Matt. 26 48. 5. Of sincere and steadfast friends. — "I am dis- tressed for thee, my brother Jonathan : very pleas- ant hast thou been unto me : thy love to me is won- derful, passing the love of women." II Sam. 1 :20. GLUTTONY. 1. Is excess in eating censured? — "Be not among wine bibbers : among gluttonous eaters of flesh." Prov. 23 :20. 2. Should we then guard aginst it? — "But take heed to yourselves, lest haply your hearts be over- charged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that day come on you suddenly as a snare." Luke 21 134. 3. What is said of the glutton? — "For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty : and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags." Prov. 23:21. 4. What is said of those who eat in due season? — "Happy art thou, O land, when thy king is the son of nobles, and thy princes eat in due season, for strength, and not for drunkenness." Eccl. 10:17. 5. What were the children of Israel command- ed to do with a glutton? — "And they shall say unto the elders of his city, This our son is stubborn and rebellious, he will not obey our voice; he is a riot- ous liver, and a drunkard. And all the men of his city shall stone him with stones, that he die : so shalt thou put away the evil from the midst of thee ; and all Israel shall hear, and fear." Deut. 21 :20, 21. GOD. See Attributes of God. GOD'S WILLINGNESS TO FORGIVE. 1. In what way has God dealt with penitent sinners? — "He hath not dealt with us after our sins, nor rewarded us after our iniquities." Ps. 103:10. 2. Why has he dealt thus with men? — "Like as a father pitieth his children, so Jehovah pitieth' them that fear him. For he knoweth our frame : he remembereth that we are dust." Ps. 103:13, 14. 3. What is God ready to do for all who call upon him? — "For thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive, and alxmdant in loving kindness unto all them that call upon thee." Ps. 86:5. 4. Does he always forgive sins when they are properly confessed to him? — "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our _ sins, and to cleanse up from all unrighteousness." I John 1 :g. 5. In zvhat special manner has God shown his willingness to forgive the sinner? — "But God com- mendeth his own love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Rom. 5 :8. 6. Is God as willing to do for his children as earthly parents are for theirs? — "If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your chil- dren, how much more shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him?" Luke 11:13. 7. How many receive forgiveness from God? — "For every one that asketh receiveth ; and he that seeketh findeth ; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened." Matt. 7:8. GOLDEN RULE. 1. What is the golden rule? — "All things there- fore whatsoever ye would that men should do unto you, even so do ye also unto them : for this is the law and the prophets." Matt. 7:12. 2. Does this rule apply to all classes of people? — "But the seventh day is a sabbath unto Jehovah thy God : in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, nor thy manservant, nor thy maidservant, nor thine ox, nor thine ass, nor any of thy cattle, nor stranger that is within thy gates ; that thy manservant and thy maidservant may rest as we'll as thou." Deut. 5 :i4. 3. How zvell should we love our fellowmen? — "Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself : I am Je- hovah." Lev. 19:18. GOOD HEALTH. 1. What important wish is expressed by the apostle concerning Gains? — "Beloved, I pray that in all things thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth." Ill John 2. 2. Why is it necessary to keep the body in health? — "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living sac- rifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service." Rom. 12:1. 3. Is God's glory to be considered in eating? — "Whether therefore ye eat, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God." I Cor. 10:31. 4. What are our bodies said to be? — "Or know ye not that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit that is in you, that ye have from God? and ye are not our own." I Cor. 6 :ig. 5. What will God do to those who defile or mar this temple of his? — "If any man destroyeth the temple of God, him shall God destroy ; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are." I Cor. 3:17. 6. Can the body be defiled with improper food or drink? — "But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king's food, nor with the wine which he drank." Dan. 1 :8. 7. What zuas man's original diet? — "And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb yielding 20 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed ; to you it shall be given for food." Gen. i :2Cj. 8. What kind of flesh did the Lord afterward permit man to eat? — "Whatsoever parteth the hoof, and is cloven-footed, and cheweth the cud, among beasts, that shall ye eat." Lev. 1 1 13. . GOSPEL. See Law and Gospel. GOSSIPING. 1. Is gossiping forbidden ? — "Thou shalt not go up and down as a talebearer among thy people." Lev. 19:16. 2. What is said of a talebearer? — "He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets : but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter." Prov. 11 :i3. 3. How can gossipers do any harm? — "A per- verse man scattereth abroad strife : and a whisperer separateth chief friends." Prov. 16 :28. 4. To what are they likened? — "For lack of wood the fire goeth out : and where there is no whisperer, contention ceaseth. As coals are to hot embers, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to inflame strife. The words of a whisperer are as dainty morsels, and they go down into the inner- most parts of the body." Prov. 26 :20-22. 5. Will God bless and exalt them? — "Jehovah, who shall sojourn in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh truth in his heart. He that slandereth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his friend, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour." Ps. 15:1-3. GOVERNMENT. 1. What was the Mosaic form of government? "And Jehovah said unto Moses, Gather unto me seventy men of the elders of Israel, whom thou knowest to be the elders of the people, and officers over them; and bring them unto the tent of meet- ing, that they may stand there with thee. And I will come down and talk with thee there: and I will take of the spirit that is upon thee, and will put it upon them; and they shall bear the burden of he people with thee, that thou bear it not thyself alone." Num. 11:16, 17. 2. Did the Israelites become dissatisfied with the Judicial government? — "Then all the elders of Israel gathered themselves together, and came to Samuel unto Ramah : and they said unto him, Be- hold, thou art old and thy sons walk not in thy ways : now make us a king to judge us like all the nations.'"' I Sam. 8:4, 5. 3. Was their request granted, and of what were they warned? — "Now therefore hearken unto their voice : howbeit thou shalt protest solemly unto them, and shalt show them the manner of the king that shall reign over them." I Sam. 8 :g. 39a — = ~™ 4. Who appointed Saul to be king? — "And when Samuel saw Saul, Jehovah said unto him, Be-' hold the man of whom I spake to thee! this same shall have authority over my people." I Sam. 9:17. 5. Who is the great king and ruler of all na- tions? — "For the kingdom is Jehovah's : and he is the ruler over the nations." Ps. 22 :28. 6. What is the duty of citizens to the govern- ment? — "Let every soul be in subjection to the high- er powers : for there is no power but of God ; and the powers that be are ordained of God." Rom. 13:1. 7. What is said of he that resisteth the power? — "Therefore he that resisteth the power, withstand- eth the ordinance of God: and they that withstand shall receive to themselves judgment." Rom. 13 :2. GRACE OF GOD. r. How is God's free fovour manifested? — "For God loved the world, that he gave his only be- gotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life." John 3:16. 2. What blessings has God, by his grace, be- stowed upon his people? — "In whom we have our redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace." Eph. 1 :j. "Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus." Rom. 3 :24. "Having foreordained us unto adoption as sons through Jesus Christ unto himself, according to the good pleasure of his will." Eph. 1 :5. "For by grace have ye been saved through faith ; and that not of yourselves : it is the gift of God." Eph. 2 :8. 3. To whom is the g v ace of God promised? — "For Jehovah God is a sun and a shield : Jehovah will give grace and glory : and no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly." Ps. 84:11. 4. Does it completely accomplish its end? — "For I am pursuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Rom. 8 :38, 39. 5. Is the grace of God necessary to the per- formance of good work? — "No man can come to me, except the Father who sent me draw him : and I will raise him up in the last day." John 6 :44. 6. What is said of growth in grace? — "They go from strength to strength, every one of them appeareth before. God in Zion." Ps. 84:7. "But the path of the righteous is as the dawning light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day." Prov. 4:18. 7. Should it be earnestly sought in prayer? — "Let us therefore, draw near with boldness unto the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy, and may find grace to help us in time of need." Heb. 4:16. 27 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS See Sorrow GRIEF. HAPPINESS. 1. Is the happiness of the wicked limited to this life? — "But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receiveth thy good things, and Lazarus in like manner evil things : but now here he is comforted, and thou art in anguish." Luke 16 125. 2. From what is their pleasure derived? — "They spend their days in prosperity ; and in a moment they go down to Sheol." Job 21 113. "I have seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green tree in its native soil." Ps. 2,7 =35- 3. To what docs it lead? — "Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful ; and the end of mirth is heavi- ness." Prov. 14:13. 4. What is said of the happiness of the right- eous? — "Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in Jehovah his God." Ps. 146:5. 5. In what do they delight? — "I delight to do thy will, O my God ; yea, thy law is within my heart." Ps. 40 :8. 6. Why should they rejoice in suffering? — "Be- loved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial among you, which cometh upon you to prove you, as though a strange thing happened unto you : but insomuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings, rejoice; that at the revelation of his glory also ye may rejoice with exceeding joy." I Pet. 4:12, 13. "Rejoice and be exceeding glad : for great is your reward in heaven." Matt. 5:12. 7. What is said of their life on earth and the one to come? — "Blessed is every one that feareth Jehovah, that walketh in his ways. For thou shalt eat the labour of thy hands : happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee.'' Ps. 128 :i, 2. "And the peace of God, which passeth all un- derstanding, shall guard your hearts and youi" thoughts in Christ Jesus." Phil. 4 :J. 8. Does the happiness of home depend upon the abundance of earthly possessions? — "For a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of things which he possesseth." Luke 12:15. "Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith." Prov. 15 :iy. 9. How may the mother make a happy home? — "She openeth her mouth with wisdom : and the law of kindness is on her tongue. She looketh well to the ways of her household and eateth not the bread of idleness," Prov. 31 :26, 27. 10. Is mutual obligation enjoined in a well ap- pointed home? — "Children, obey your parents in the Lord : for this is right. Honour thy father and mother (which is the first commandment with prom- ise) , that it may be wt 11 with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. And ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath : but nurture them in the chastening and admonition of the Lord." Eph. 6:1-4. HEALING. 1. What other blessing does God grant his peo- ple besides forgiving their iniquities? — "Who for- giveth all thine iniquities : who healeth all thy dis- eases." Ps. 103 :3. 2. When Miriam zvas afflicted with leprosy what did Moses do in her behalf? — "And Moses cried unto Jehovah, saying, Heal her, O God, I beseech thee." Num. 12:13. 3. What was a part of Christ's work while he was here on earth? — "And Jesus went about in all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of disease and all manner of sickness among the people." Matt. 4 ;23. 4. When Christ healed, what was required of the patient? — "And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace." Luke 8:48. "Confess therefore your sins one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed." Jas. 5:16. 5. Did Christ bestow this gift of healing upon his disciples? — "And he called the twelve together, and gave them power and authority over all de- mons, and to cure diseases. And he sent them forth to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick." Luke 9:1, 2. HOLINESS. 1. Is freedom from sin and devotedness to God necessary? — "Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy : for I Jehovah your God am holy." Lev. 19:2. "Even as he chose us in him before the founda- tion of the world, that we should be holy and without blemish before him in love." Eph. 1 4. 2. Is it possible to see God without holiness? — "Follow after peace with all men, and the sanctifica- tion without which no man shall see the Lord." Heb. 12:14. 3. By whom is genuine holiness implanted? — "For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh ; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit." Rom. 8:5. 4. What will be the result? — "But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto sanctification, and the end eternal life." Rom. 6:22. 5. What is the effect of holiness on the speech? — "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how y^ ought to answer each one." Col. 4 :6. 6. Is holiness specially required of the minis- ters of Christ? — "Let no man despise thy youth ; but be thou an ensample to them that believe, in word, in manner of life, in love, in faith, in purity." I Tim. 4:12. "Even so let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Fa- ther who is in heaven." Matt. 5 :i6. 28 m ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. HOLY SPIRIT. 1. From whom does the Holy Spirit come? — "But the Comforter, even the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said unto you."' John 14 :26. 2. Is it promised to men? — "A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and will give you a heart of flesh." Ezek. 36 -.26. 3. For what did Christ say he would pray? — "And I will p ray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may be with you for ever, even the Spirit of truth." John 14:16, 17. 4. What is said of those who live in the Spirit? — "For if ye live after the flesh, ye must die ; but if by the Spirit ye put to death the deeds of the body, ye shall live." Rom. 8 :i3. 5. How should the suggestions of the Holy Spirit be treated? — "Quench not the Spirit." I Thess. 5:i9- "And grieve not the Holy Spirit of God, in whom ye were sealed unto the day of redemption." Eph. 4 130. 6. Is it necessary to be born of the Spirit? — "Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born anew, he can- not see the kingdom of God." John 3 :3. 7. Is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit for- given? — "Therefore I say unto you, Every sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men ; but the blas- phemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven." Matt. 12:31. HOME OF THE SAVED. 1. To what promise did Peter refer when say- ing that he looked for new heavens and a new earth? — "For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth: and the former things shall not be remem- bered, nor come into mind." Isa. 65:17. 2. What shall be the condition of things in the new earth? — "The wolf and the lamb shall feed to- gether, and the lion shall eat straw like the ox : and dust shall be the serpent's food. They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain, sayeth Je- hovah.'" Isa. 65 :25. 3. How will the ransomed demonstrate their joy in that place? — "And the ransomed of Jehovah shall return, and come with singing unto Zion ; and ever- lasting joy shall be upon their heads : they shall ob- tain gladness and joy, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away." Isa. 35 :io. 4. What does Christ say of the preparation of that future home? — "In my Father's house are many mansions ; if it were not so, I would have told you ; for I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I come again, and will re- ceive you unto myself ; that where I am, there ye may be also." John 14 :2, 3. 5. How extensive will be the reign of Christ at this time? — "He shall have dominion also from sea to sea, and from the River unto the ends of the earth." Ps. 72:8. 6. Who will be excluded from the home of the saved? — "And he shall say, I tell you, I know not whence ye are: depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity." Luke 13:27. "For this ye know of a surety, that no fornicator, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, that is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and God." Eph. 5 :5. HONESTY. 1. How can we live honestly, and what will be the result? — "And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your hands, even as we charged you ; that ye may walk be- comingly toward them that are without, and may have need of nothing." I Thess. 4:11, 12. 2. What is said about our thoughts? — "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honourable, whatsoever things are just, whatsover things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report ; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." Phil. 4 :8. 3. Should we act honestly toward both God and man? — "For we take thought for things honourable, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men." II Cor. 8 :2l. 4. What promise has God given to those who live honestly? — "He that walketh righteously, and speaketh uprightly ; he that despiseth the gain of op- pression, that shaketh his hands from holding of bribes, that stoppeth his ears from hearing of blood, and shutteth his eyes from looking upon evil ; he shall dwell on high ; his place of defence shall be the muni- tions of rocks : his bread shall be given him; his waters shall be sure." Isa. 33 :i5, 16. HOPE. 1. What is the Christian's hope called? — "Looking for the blessed hope and appearing of the glory of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ." Tit. 2:13. 2.. When did Paul expect to realise this hope? — "Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give to me at that day : and not only to me, but also to all them that have loved his appearing." II Tim. 4:8. 3. What is said of the hope of the wicked? — "When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish : and the hope of iniquity peripheth." Prov. 11:7. 4. How is he accounted whose hope is in God? — "Blessed is the man that trusteth in Jehovah, and whose hope Jehovah is." Jer. 17 :j. 5. In what may the child of God rejoice? — "Re- 29 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS joicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing stedfastly in prayer." Rom. 12:12. 6. Who zvili be the hope of the righteous in time of trouble? — ''Jehovah will be a refuge unto his peo- ple, and a stronghold to the children of Israel." Joel 3:16. 7. How long should the Christian's hope endure? — "And we desire that each one of you may show the same diligence unto the fullness of hope even to the end." Heb. 6:11. HOSPITALITY. 1. Is hospitality enjoined as a duty? — "Forget not to show love unto strangers : for thereby some have entertained angels unawares." Heb. 13 :2. "Using hospitality one to another without mur- muring." I Pet. 4 :g. 2. Does it enter into the foundation of Christian character? — "Pure religion and undefiled before our God and Father is this to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction." Jas. I \2J. 3. Upon whom should hospitality be bestowed? — "Using hospitality one to another." I Pet. 4:9. "So then as we have opportunity, let us work that which is good toward all men and especially to- ward them that are of the household of faith." Gal. 6:10. 4. Should hospitality be exercised toward our enemies? — "But if thine enemy hunger, feed him ; if he thirst, give him to drink." Rom. 12:20. 5. Whom de we honor when we exercise hos- pitality? — "And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily, I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it unto one of these my brethren, even these least, ye did it unto me." Matt. 25 40. 6. What effect has hospitality on those who exercise it? — "The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself." Prov. 11 :25. "He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed ; for he giveth of his bread to the poor." Prov. 22 :g. 7. Do we lose anything in this life by being hos- pitable? — "He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack." Prov. 28 :2J. "Give and it shall be given unto you ; good meas- ure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, shall they give into your bosom." Luke 6 :38. 8. What will be the final reward? — "Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was hungry, and ye gave me meat : I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink : I was a stranger, and ye took me in." Matt. 25 : 34 , 35. FIUMILITY. 1. What is said of the humble? — "Whosoever shall humble himself shall be exalted." Matt. 23 :i2. 2. Does God hear the prayers of the humble? — "Jehovah, thou hast heard the desire of the meek: thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear." Ps. 10:17. 3. How does he regard the lowly? — "For though Jehovah be high, yet hath he respect unto the lowly." Ps. 138:6. 4. How did Christ set us the example of hu- mility? — "Faithful is the saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners." 1 Tim. 1 115. 5. Whom did he say would be greatest in the kingdom of heaven? — "Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven." Matt. 18 -.4. 6. What is said of the meek? — "Blessed are the meek : for they shall inherit the earth." Matt. 5 15. 7. What is the reward of humility? — "The reward of humility and the fear of Jehovah is riches, and honour, and life." Prov. 22 14. PIYPOCRISY. 1. What are hypocrites? — "They profess that they know God ; but by their works the> deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate." Tit. 1 :i6. 2. In what way did the Pharisees show them- selves to be hypocrites? — "Ye hypocrites, well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying, This people hon- oureth me with their lips ; but their heart is far from me." Matt. 15 7, 8. 3. What other sign of insincerity did they mani- fest? — "And when ye pray, ye shall not be as the hypocrites : for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have received their reward." Matt. 6 :«;. 4. What did Christ call those who so readily saw the faidts of others, but did not correct their ozi;n ? — "Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye." Matt. 7 :.s. 5. What is the work of a hypocrite? — "With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neigh- bour." Prov. 11 :g. 6. What is said of the hope of the hypocrite?— "So are the paths of all that forget God; and the hope of the godless man shall perish : whose con- fidence shall break in sunder, and whose trust is a spider's web," Job 8:13, 14. 7. What is said of their guilt and punishment? — "But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypo- crites ! because ye shut the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye enter not in yourselves, neither suffer ye them that are entering in to enter." Matt. 23 :i3- IDLENESS. 1. Is idleness censured?— "Go to the ant, thou sluggard ; consider her ways, and be wise." Prov. 6:6. 2. Do those who zvaste their time ever come to want?— "Slothfulriess casteth into a deep sleep ; and the idle soul shall suffer hunger." Prov. 19:15. 30 w) ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. "Drowsiness shall clothe a man in rags." Prov. 23:21. 3. What is said of the desire of the slothful? — "The desire of the slothful killeth him ; for his hands refuse to labour." Prov. 21 125. 4. What is the result of too great a love for sleep? — "Love not sleep, lest thou come to poverty." Prov. 20:13. "He that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame." Prov. 10:5. 5. To what does idleness lead? — "And withal they learn also to be idle, going about from house to house ; and not only idle, but tattlers also and busy- bodies, speaking • things which they ought not." I Tim. 5:13. IDOLATRY. 1. Does God forbid the worship of other gods? —"Thou shalt have none other gods before me. Thou shalt not make unto thee a graven image, nor the likeness of any form that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth : thou shalt not bow down thyself to them nor serve them." Ex. 20 :3~5. 2. What shoivs the folly of worshiping idols? "And there ye shall serve gods, the work of men's hands wood and stone, which neither see, nor hear, nor eat, nor smell." Deut. 4 :28. "And it came to pass at noon, that Elijah mocked them, and said, Cry aloud : for he is a god ; either he is musing, or he is gone aside, or he is in a journey, or peradventure he sleepeth, and must be awaked." I Kings 18:27. 3. Hozv are they who commit this sin punished? — "But thou shalt surely kill him ; thy hand shall be first upon him to put him to death, and afterwards the hand of all the people. And thou shall stone him with stones, that he die." Deut. 13 :g, 10. 4. Is all communication with idolaters forbid- den? — "Wherefore my beloved flee from idolatry." I Cor. 10:14. "But I say that the things which the Gentiles sacrifice, thev sacrifice to demons, and not to God: and I would not that ye should have communion with demons." I Cor. 10:20. 5. What other objects do people often worship more than they do God? — "Some trust in chariots, and some in horses. Ps. 20 :J. "There is a grievous evil which I have seen under the sun, namely, riches kept by the owner thereof to his hurt." Eccl. 5 :i3. IGNORANCE. 1. What is said of the sins of the ignorant? — — "And if any one sin, and do any of the things which Jehovah hath commanded not to be done ; though he knew it not, yet he is guilty, and shall bear his iniquity." Lev. 5 :iy. 2. How did the Israelites make atonement for such sins — "And he shall bring a' ram without blemish out of the flock, according to thy estimation, for a trespass offering, unto the priest ; and the priest shall make atonement for him concerning the thing wherein he erred unwittingly and knew it not, and he shall be forgiven." Lev. 5 :i8. 3. Is voluntary ignorance censured? — "And this is the judgment, that the light is come into the world, and men loved the darkness rather than the light; for their works were evil. John 3:19. 4. When is ignorance excusable? — "Jesus said unto them, If ye were blind, ye would have no sin : but now ye say, We see : your sin remaineth." John 9 41. "Though I was before a blasphemer, and a per- secutor, and injurious : howbeit I obtained mercy be- cause I did it ignorantly in unbelief." I Tim. 1 :i3. 5. Is it excusable when there are means of in- formation? — "The times of ignorance therefore God overlooked ; but now he commandeth men that they should all everywhere repent." Acts, 17:30. IMMORTALITY. 1. To whom does Paul ascribe immortality? — "Now unto the King eternal, incorruptible, invisible, the only God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen." I Tim. 1 :i7. 2. Can the human body ever put on immortal- ity? — "In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump : for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. For this corruptible must put on incor- ruption, and this mortal must put on immortality." I Cor. 15 : 52, 53. 3. To whom is the promise of eternal life given? — "To them that by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honour and incorruption, eternal life." Rom. 2 :y. "Jehovah knoweth the days of the perfect: and their inheritance shall be for ever." Ps. 37 :i8. 4. What is said of the wicked? — "The wicked is thrust down in his evil-doing." Prov. 14 :32. "For he that soweth unto his own flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption." Gal. 6:8. 5. By whom has immortality been brought to light? — "But hath now been manifested by the ap- pearing of our Saviour Christ Jesus, who abolished death, and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel." II Tim. 1 :io. IMPORTANCE OF OBEDIENCE. 1. How does God regard obedience? — "Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams." I Sam. 15 :22. 2. Does God require his commandments to be strictly kept? — "Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish from it, that ye may keep the commandments of Je- hovah your God which I command you." Deut. 4:2. 3. Who only will enter the kingdom of heaven? — "Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven ; but he that 31 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS doeth the will of my Father who is in heaven." Matt. 7:21. 4. In what should the righteous rejoice? — "I delight to do thy will, O my God ; yea thy law is within my heart." Ps. 40 :8. 5. Was Christ's obedience to God perfect? — "Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth." I Pet. 2 :22. 6. To what does obedience to God lead? — "But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto sanctification, and the end eternal life." Rom. 6 :22. IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER. 1. In what places would the apostle have men pray? — "I desire therefore that the men pray in every place, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and disputing." I Tim. 2 :8. 2. What promise is given to those who ask for the things they need? — "For every one that asketh receiveth ; and he that seeketh findeth ; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened." Matt. 7 :8. 3. Why is it necessary to ask God for all these things? — "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom can be no variation, neither shadow that is cast by turning." Jas. 1 :iy. 4. Is God akvays zvilling to grant favors to those who ask him? — "If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father who is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?" Matt. 7:11. 5. How should we pray? — "And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive." Matt. 21 :22. "I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also." I Cor. 14:15. 6. How often should one pray? — "Pray without ceasing." I Thess. 5:17. "With all prayer and supplication praying at all seasons in the Spirit." Eph. 6:18. 7. With what should the prayers of the sup- pliant be mingled? — "In nothing be anxious ; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God." Phil. 4 :6. 8. What is said of public prayer? — "And in praying use not vain repetitions, as the Gentiles do : for they think they shall be heard for their much speaking." Matt. 6 :J. 9. Shoidd one pray when alone? — "But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thine inner chamber, and having shut thy door, pray to thy Father who is in secret, and thy Father who seeth in secret shall recompense thee." Matt. 6:6. 10. When praying for forgiveness, how should we feel tozvard those who have injured us? — "And whensoever ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have aught against any one ; that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses." Mark 11:25. it. What should we do in time of affliction? — "Is any among vou suffering? let him pray." Jas. 5 :I 3- ' 12. Did the apostolic believers have gatherings for prayer? — "And when he had considered the thing, he came to the house of Mary the mother of John whose surname was Mark ; where many were gathered together and were praying." Acts 12 :i2. INCONSISTENCY. 1. What does Christ call those who find fault with others and, do not correct their own faults? — "Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye." Matt. 7 :$. 2. What is said of those who judge others? — "Wherefore thou art without excuse, O man, who- soever thou art that judgest another, thou condemn- est thyself: for thou that judgest dost practise the same things." Rom. 2:1. 3. Did the Jezvs accuse Jesus of inconsistency? — "Moses hath given you circumcision (not that it is of Moses, but of the fathers) ; and on the sabbath ye circumcise a man. If a man receiveth circumcision on the sabbath, that the law of Moses may not be broken : are ye wroth with me because I made a man every whit whole on the sabbath ? Judge not accord- ing to appearance, but judge righteous judgment." John 7 :22-24. INDUSTRY. 1. For what purpose did God place Adam in the garden of Eden? — "And Jehovah God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and keep it." Gen. 2:15. 2. Hozv many days has God given us for work? — "Six days thou shalt do thy work, and on the seventh day thou shalt rest." Ex. 23 :i2. 3. What is said of those who fail to provide for themselves and family? — "But if any provideth not for his own, and especially his own household, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an unbe- liever." I Tim. 5 :8. 4. What is said of the diligent? — "He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread." Prov. 12:11. "The hand of the diligent shall bear rule." Prov. 12 :24. "He that gathereth in summer is a wise son." Prov. 10:5. "The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness." Prov. 21 :5- 5. How should work be done? — "Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might." Eccl. 9:10. 6. Why is it necessary to work? — "Study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your hands, even as we charged you ; that ye may walk becomingly toward them that are without, and may have need of nothing." I Thess. 4:11, 12. 32 13* r ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. INFIDELITY. 1. What is the danger of disbelief of Christian- ity? — "If we endure, we shall also reign with him : if we shall deny him, he also will deny us." II Tim. 2:12. "He that disbelieveth shall be condemned." Mark 16:16. 2. Were the Israelites ever doubtful of God? — "Yea, they despised the pleasant land, they believed not his word." Ps. 106 124. 3. What is said about the unbelief of the people of Nazareth? — "And they were offended in him. But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, save in his own country, and in his own house. And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief." Matt. 13 157, 58. 4. How do men regard scomers? — "The scoffer is an abomiuation to men." Prov. 24:9. 5. Are they ever punished? — "For the terrible one is brought to nought, and the scoffer ceaseth, and all they that watch for iniquity are cut off." Isa. 29 :20. "Of how much sorer punishment, think ye, shall he be judged worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, and hath counted the blood of the covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing and hath done despite unto the Spirit of grace ? For we know him that said, Vengeance belongeth unto me, 1 will recompense." Heb. 10 129, 30. INFLUENCE. 1. What kind of influence did Solomon's wives exert over him? — "For it came to pass, when Solo- mon was old, that his wives turned away his heart after other gods : and his heart was not perfect with Jehovah his God, as was the heart of David his fa- ther." I Kings 11:4. 2. What is the danger of association with the wicked? — "Make no friendship with a man that is given to anger ; and with a wrathful man thou shalt not go : lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul." Prov. 22 124, 25. 3. Do rulers have any influence over their sub- jects? — "If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, all his servants are wicked." Prov. 29:12. "And it shall be, like people, like priest : and I will punish them for their ways, and will reward them their doings." Hos. 4 :g. 4. Of what are we warned? — "Beware ye of the heaven of the Pharisees, .which is hypocrisy." Luke 12:1. 5. With zvhat are they compared, who exert a good influence over all men? — "That ye may become blameless and harmless, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse gen- eration, among whom ye are seen as lights in the world." Phil, 2:15. 6. What effect does right living have on the wicked? — "Having your behaviour seemly among the Gentiles ; that, wherein they speak against you as evil-doers, they may by your good works, which they behold, glorify God in the day of visitation." I. Pet. 2:12. INGRATITUDE. 1. Did the Israelites show ingratitude to God? — "But ye have this day rejected your God, who himself saveth you out of all your calamities and your distresses ; and ye have said unto him, Nay, but set a king over us." I Sam. 10:19. 2. How were they punished? — "Because thou servedst not Jehovah thy God with joyfulness, and with gladness of heart, by reason of the abundance of all things : therefore shalt thou serve thine enemies whom Jehovah shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakedness, and in want of all things : and he shall put a yoke of iron upon thy neck, until he have destroyed thee." Deut. 28 47, 48. 3. How was ingratitude shown to Christ? — "He .came unto his own, and they that were his own received him not." John 1:11. 4. What is said of those who return evil for good? — "Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house." Prov. 17:13. 5. What often causes insensibility to blessings received from God? — "According to their pasture, so were they filled ; they were filled, their heart was exalted : therefore have they forgotten me." Hos. 13:6. INHERITANCE. 1. How did God command Moses to divide the land among the children of Israel? — "Unto these the land shall be divided for an inheritance according to the number of names. To the more thou shalt give the more inheritance, and to the fewer thou shalt give the less inheritance : to every one accord- ing to those that were numbered of him shall his in- heritance be given." Num. 26 :53, 54. 2. What becomes of earthly possessions at the death of the owner? — "A good man leaveth an in- heritance to his children's children ; and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the righteous." Prov. 13:22. 3. Has God an inheritance for his chosen peo- ple? — "The righteous shall inherit the land, and dwell therein for ever." Ps. 37:29. "The Spirit himself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are children of God : and if children, then heirs ; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified with him." Rom. 8:16, 17. 4. Will the vjiclzed share this inheritance with the righteous? — "For this ye know of a surety, that no fornicator, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, that is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the king- dom of Christ and God. Eph. 5 :5- INSPIRATION. 1. Did God command Moses to speak the words he had given him to the Israelites? — "And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and a holy nation. 33 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS These are the words which thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel." Ex. 19:6. 2. Did God speak with men in olden times? — "And I will come down and talk with thee there : and I will take of the spirit that is upon thee, and will put it upon them ; and they shall bear the burden of the people with thee, that thou bear it not thyself alone." Num. 11 :iy. 3. Did the Holy Ghost teach men what to say in time of the Apostles? — "For the Holy Spirit shall teach you in that ery hour what ye ought to say." Luke 12:12. 4. Is all the Scripture given by inspiration? — "Every scripture inspired of God is also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruc- tion which is in righteousness." II Tim. 3:16. 5. Did the apostles speak as they were moved by the Holy Ghost? — "For no prophecy ever came by the will of man : but men spake from God, being moved by the Holy Spirit." II Pet. 1:21. 6. What do we learn in the last book of the Bible on this subject? — "I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and I heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet saying, What thou seest, write in a book, and send it to the seven churches : unto Ephe- sus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamum, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadel- phia, and unto Laodicea." Rev. 1 :io, 11. INTEGRITY. 1. What words did Job utter that showed his sincerity? — "Surely my lips shall not speak unright- eousness, neither shall my tongue utter deceit. Far be it from me that I should justify you : till I die I will not put away mine integrity from me." Job. 27 -4, 5- 2. W hat is said of the integrity of the righteous? — "The integrity of the upright shall guide them." "The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way." Prov. 11 :3, 5. "Better is the poor that walketh' in his integrity than he that is perverse in his lips and is a fool." Prov. 19:1. 3. How does God regard those who are honest? — "Lying lips are an abomination to Jehovah ; but they that deal truly are his delight." Prov. 12:22. "To do righteousness and justice is more accept- able to Jehovah than sacrifice." Prov. 21 :3. 4. Is it necessary to deal honestly with men? — "For we take thought for things honourable, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men." II Cor. 8:21. 5. What is the reward of the just? — "A faith- ful man shall abound with blessings." Prov. 28 :20. "He shall dwell on high : his place of defense shall be the munitions of rocks: his bread shall be given him; his waters shall be sure." Isa. 33:16. INTEMPERANCE. See Temperance. INTERCESSION. 1. For whom should prayers be offered? — "I exhort therefore, first of all, that supplications, prayers, intercessions, thanksgivings, be made for all men." I Tim. 2:1. 2. Have we an advocate in heaven? — "Who is he that condemneth ? It is Christ Jesus that died, yea rather, that was raised from the dead, who is at the right hand of God, who also maketh interces- sion for us." Rom. 8 -.$4. 3. For zvhom does he plead? — "I pray for them : I pray not for the world, but for those whom thou hast given me; for they are thine." John 17:9. 4. Are his prayers unceasing? — "Seeing he evei liveth to make intercession for them." Heb. 7 :25, 5. What may zve learn from the intercession of Christ? — "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, and the truth, and the life : no one cometh unto the Father but by me." John 14 :6. 6. Is the love of Christ unchangeable? — "Jesus knowing that his hour was come that he should de- part out of this world unto the Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them unto the end." John 13 : 1. 7. Is the salvation of his people certain? — "Wherefore also he is able to save to the uttermost them that draw near unto God through him." Heb. 7:25. 8. What strong encouragement have we to go to God in prayer? — "And another angel came and stood over the altar, having a golden censer ; and there was given unto him much incense, that he should add it unto the prayers of all the saints upon the golden altar which was before the throne. And the smoke of the incense, with the prayers of the saints, went up before God out of the angel's hand." Rev. 8 13, 4. INTEREST. See Usury. INTERMEDIATE STATE. 1. What becomes of the soul at death? — "And the dust return to the earth as it was, and the spirit return unto God who gave it." Eccl. 12 \y. 2. What is said of Moses and Elias? — "And be- hold, there appeared unto them Moses and Elijah talking with him." Matt. 17 :3. 3. What is said of the beggar that died? — "And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and that he was carried away by the angels into Abraham's bosom : and the rich man also died, and was buried. And in Hades he lifted up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom." Luke 16:22, 23. 4. What is said of Christ after he was put to death? — "He foreseeing this spake of the resurrec- tion of the Christ, that neither was he left in Hades, nor did his flesh see corruntion." Acts 2:31. 34 \#7 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. L 5. What is said of death? "O death, where is thy victory? O death, where is thy sting?" I Cor. 15 155. 6. What do we learn of the intermediate state In Revelations? — "And I saw thrones, and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them : and I saw the souls of them that had been beheaded for the testimony of Jesus, and for the word of God, and such as worshipped not the beast, neither his image, and received not the mark upon their forehead and upon their hand; and they lived, and reigned with Christ a thousand years. The rest of the dead lived not until the thousand years should be finished. This is the first resurrection." Rev. 20 4, 5. JOY. 1. Does natural joy arise from things that are earthly and perishable? — "In the day of prosperity be joyful, and in the day of adversity consider." Eccl. 7:14. "Then went Haman forth that day joytui and glad of heart." Esth. 5 :g. 2. What special cause have the people of God for rejoicing? — "Rejoice that your names are writ- ten in heaven." Luke 10:20. "And the angel said unto them, Be not afraid: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all the people : for there is born to you this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord." Luke 2 :io, 11. 3. Will God give them all things needful? — "But they that seek Jehovah shall not want any good things." Ps. 34:10. "No good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly." Ps. 84:11. 4. What joy can they expect beyond the grave? — Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to his great mercy begat us again unto a living hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, unto an inheritance in- corruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you." I Pet. 1 :3, 4. 5. Will this joy be eternal? — "And ye therefore now have sorrow : but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no one taketh away from you." John 16:22. 6. What is said of the joy of the wicked? — "That the triumphing of the wicked is short, and the joy of the godless but for a moment." Job 20:5. "Folly is joy to him that is void of wisdom." Prov. 15 :2l. JUDGMENT. 1. What will be the circumstances connected with the judgment? — "And he shall send forth his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other." Matt. 24:31. 2. What change will take place in the bodies that are raised? — "Who shall fashion anew the body of our humiliation, that it may be conformed to the body of his glory, according to the working whereby he is able even to subject all things unto himself." Phil. 3:21. 3. What will happen to the world? — "But the heavens that now are, and the earth, by the same word have been stored up for life, being reserved against the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men." IJ Pet. 3 :J. 4. How will Christ come? — "Behold, he cometh with the clouds ; and every eye shall see him, and they that pierced him ; and all the tribes of the earth shall mourn over him. Even so, Amen." Rev. 1:7. 5. Who will then judge all men? — "But thou, why dost thou judge thy brother? or thou again, why dost thou set at naught thy brother? for ve shall all stand before the judgment of God." Rom. 14:10. "So then each one of us shall give account of himself to God." vs. 12. 6. What offices will the apostles have in the day of judgment? — "And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, that ye who have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit on the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel." Matt. 19:28. 7. Will the zvicked be separated from the right- eous? — "So shall it be in the end of the world : the angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the righteous." Matt. 13 49. 8. What will be their portion? — "And shall cast them into the furnace of fire ; there shall be the weeping and gnashing of teeth." Matt. 13 :50. 9. What glorious words will be spoken to the righteous? — "Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world." Matt. 25 :34. JUSTICE. 1. What is said of the justice of God? — "Je- hovah is righteous in all his ways, and gracious in all his works." Ps. 145 :I7- "But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth, and knoweth me, that I am Jehovah who exercise lovingkindness, justice and righteous- ness, in the earth : for in these things I delight, saith Jehovah." Jer. 9 :24. 2. Does God require justice of man? — "That which is altogether just shalt thou follow, that thou mayest live, and inherit the land which Jehovah thy God giveth thee." Deut. 16:20. "And as ye would that men should do to you. do ye also to them likewise." Luke 6:31. 3. Should justice be exercised tozvard the poor? — "Do justice to the afflicted and destitute. Ps. 82:3. "Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead fo: the widow." Isa. 1 :i7- 85 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 4. How does God regard those who justify the wicked f — "He that justirieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah." Prov. 17:15. JUSTIFICATION. 1. How may one become justified? — "By the knowledge of himself shall my righteous servant justify many: and he shall bear their iniquities." Isa. 53:11. 2. By what are we justified? — "For all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God; being justified freely by his grace through the redemp- tion that is in Christ Jesus." Rom. 3 :23, 24. 3. Are there any righteous in the world? — "There is none righteous, no not one." Rom. 3 :io. 4. Through whose righteousness is remission of sins obtained? — "For Christ is the end of the law unto righteousness to every one that believeth." Rom. 10:4. 5 : On what condition may we obtain justifi- cation? — "For I am not ashamed of the gospel: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth." Rom. 1 :i6. 6. Can those who continue in sin expect to be justified? — "But if, while we sought to be justified in Christ, we ourselves also were found sinners, is Christ a minister of sin? God forbid." Gal 2:17. 7. What is necessary in order to be cleansed from unrighteousness? — "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." I John 1:9. 8. What is faith? — "Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, a conviction of things not seen." Heb. 11 :i. 9. // one has this faith what follows? — "Being therefore justified by faith we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." Rom. 5:11. 10. In what way may we hold our justification and fellowship with God? — "But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleans- eth us from all sin." I John 1 :y. JUST RECOMPENSE. 1. What general rule of recompense is given in the Scriptures? — "Judge not, that ye be not judged. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged : and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured unto you." Matt. 7:1, 2. 2. Should any one, in any case render evil for evil? — "Render to no man evil for evil." Rom. 12:17. "Not rendering evil for evil, or reviling for re- viling ; but contrariwise blessing." I Pet. 3 :g. 3. Will all men be rewarded irrespective of character? — "Behold, the righteous shall be recom- pensed in the earth : how much more the wicked and the sinner!" Prov. 11:31. 4. Will partiality be shown in decisions ren- dered? — "Who will render to every man according to his works." Rom. 2 :6. "For there is no respect of persons with God." vs. 11. 5. May we not decide for ourselves what our recompense' will be? — "Thus saith Jehovah: Behold; I set before you the way of life and the way of death." Jer. 21 :8. 6. What shall determine the nature of the re- ward in each case? — "Be not deceived ; God is not mocked : for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap." Gal. 6:7. 7. What important thought should the study of this subject bring to us? — "For if the word spoken through angels proved stedfast, and every trans- gression and disobedience received a just recom- pense of reward ; how shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation ?" Heb. 2 :2, 3. KINDNESS. 1. What does the apostle say of this duty? — "And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, for- givng each other, even as God also in Christ forgave you." Eph. 4:32. 2. Is kindness enjoined by Christ? — "In all things I gave you an example, how that so labour- ing ye ought to help the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said. It is more blessed to give than to receive." Acts 20 :35- 3. To whom should we show kindness? — "So then, as we have opportunity, let us work that which is good toward all men, and especially toward them that are of the household of faith." Gal. 6:10. 4. How are sinners to be dealt with? — "Breth- ren, even if a man be overtaken in any trespass, ye that are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of meekness ; looking to thyself, lest thou also be tempt- ed. Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ." Gal. 6:1, 2. 5. Is it our duty to be kind to strangers? — "The stranger that sojourneth with you shall be un- to you as the homeborn among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself." Lev. 19 :34. 6. What is said of those who show kindness, knowing that it will be returned? — "And if ye do good to them that do good to you, what thank have ye ? for even sinners do the same. And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? even sinners lend to sinners, to receive again as much." Luke 6:33, 34. 7. Hotv then should we regard our enemies? — "But love your enemies, and do them good, and lend, never despairing." Luke 6 :35. 8. // this injunction is obeyed what zvill be the result? — '"And your reward shall be great, and ye shall be sons of the Most High : for he is kind to- ward the unthankful and evil." Luke 6 :35. LABOR. 1. Is labor the appointed lot of all men? — "In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou 36 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. _ return unto the ground ; for out of it wast thou ta- ken : for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou re- turn." Gen. 3:19. 2. Is diligence in labor to be approved and com- mended? — "But he that gathereth by labour shall have increase." Prow 13:11. ''He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread." Prov. 28:19. "The sleep of a labouring man is sweet, whether he eat little or much : but the fullness of the rich will not suffer him to sleep." Eccl. 5 :I2. 3. Should we labour more for spiritual than for worldly things? — "Work not for the meat which perisheth, but for the meat which abideth unto eter- nal life, which the Son of man shall give unto you." John 6:27. 4. Is there promised rest for those who labour? — "Come unto me all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Matt. 1 1 :28. LASCIVIOUSNESS. 1. Is this sin censured when manifested by either words or actions? — "Let us walk honestly, as in the day ; not in revelling and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and jeal- ousy." Rom. 13:13. 2. From what do lascivious desires come? — "For from within, out of the heart of men, evil thoughts proceed, fornications, thefts, murders, adulteries, covetings, wickedness, deceit, lascivious- ness, an evil eye, railing, pride, foolishness." Mark 7:21, 22. 3. What effect docs it have on the body? — "All these evil things proceed from within, and de- file the man." Mark 7 :23. 4. What does Paul say of those who sin thus? — "And I should mourn for many of them that have sinned heretofore, and repented not of the unclean- ness and fornication and lasciviousness which they committed." II Cor. 12 :2i. LAW AND GOSPEL. 1. Of what did Paul say he was not ashamed? — "For I am not ashamed of the gospel : for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth." Rom. 1 :i6. 2. When the angel announced the birth of Christ what did he say he would do? — "And she shall bring forth a son ; and thou shalt call his name Jesus ; for it is he that shall save his people from their sins." Matt. 1 :2I. 3. Did Christ's death cover transgressions in the old dispensation? — "And for this cause he is the mediator of a new covenant, that a death having ta- ken place for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first covenant, they that have been called may receive the promise of the eternal inheritance." Heb. 9:15. 4. How did Abel show faith in the coming Saviour? — "By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain." Heb. 11:4. 5. . . What did the ceremonial law of the Jews contain? — "For the law having a shadow of the good things to come." Heb. 10 :i. 6. What were these "good things to come" which this law foreshadowed? — "But Christ hav- ing come a high priest of the good things to come, through the greater and more perfect tabernacle." Heb. 9:11. 7. By what means must the knowledge of sin have been gained? — "Howbeit, I had not known sin, except through law : for I had not known coveting, except the law that said, Thou shalt not covet." Rom. 7 ;j. 8. When Christ came did he expect to put away the law of God to save men? — "Think not that I came to destroy the law or the prophets : I came not to destroy, but to fulfill." Matt. 5 :i7. 9. How much of the law did Christ say should remain in force? — "For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one title shall in no wise pass away from the law, till all things be accomplished." Matt. 5 :i8. 10. Hozv does faith in Christ and the gospel affect the law? — "Do we then make the law of none effect through faith ? God forbid : nay, we establish the law." Rom. 3:31. 11. How many lawgivers are there? — "One only is the lawgiver and judge, even he who is able to save and to destroy." Jas. 4:12. 12. How are the law and the gospel associated? "Here is the patience of the saints, they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus." Rev. 14:12. LENDING. 1. Is lending to the poor recommended? — "If there be with thee a poor man, one of thy brethren, within any of thy gates in thy land which Jehovah thy God giveth thee, thou shalt not harden thy heart, nor shut thy hand from thy poor brother : but thou shalt surely open thy hand unto him, and shall sure- ly lend him sufficient for his need in that which he wanteth." Deut. 15 7, 8. 2. What is said about lending to the poor upon usury? — "Thou shalt not give him thy money upon usury, nor give him thy victuals for increase." Lev. -5 -Z7> 3. How do the righteous deal with their fel- lowmen? — "All day long he dealeth graciously, and lendeth ; and his seed is blessed." Ps. 37 :26. 4. How is it possible to lend to the Lord? — "He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto Je- hovah, and his good deed will he pay him again. ,; Prov. 19:17. LIBERALITY. 1. What is said of those who are liberal? — "But the liberal deviseth liberal things ; and in lib- eral things shall he continue." Isa. 32 :8. 37 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS "He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor." Prov. 22 :g. 2. How should we give? — "He that giveth, let him do it with liberality." Rom. 12 :8. "Let each man do according as he hath purposed in his heart; not grudgingly, or of necessity." II Cor. 9 :J. 3. How does God regard those who give lib- erally? — "For God loveth a cheerful giver." II Cor. 9:7. 4. What virtue is necessary in order to give acceptably? — "And if I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and if I give my body to be burned, but have not love, it profiteth me nothing." I Cor. 13 :3- 5. To zvhat class of people is liberality specially commended? — "Charge them that are rich in this present world, that they be not highminded, nor have their hope set on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy: that they do good, that they be rich in good works that they be ready to distribute, willing to communi- cate." I Tim. 6:17, 18. 6. Is it wrong to give in order to receive praise from men? — "Take heed that ye do not your right- eousness before men, to be seen of them ; else ye have no reward with your Father who is in heaven." Matt. 6:1. 7. What is said of liberality toward God and the result? — "Honour Jehovah with thy substance, and with the first fruits of all thine increase : so shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy vats shall overflow with new wine." Prov. 3 :g, 10. 8. Do they who give to the poor ever come to want?-^—"He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack." Prov. 28:27. "The liberal soul shall be made fat : and he that watereth shall be watered also himself." Prov. 11:25. LIVING SOULS. 1. After man was created from the dust what did he become? — "And Jehovah God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nos- trils the breath of life : and man became a living soul." Gen. 2 :J. 2. Does this spiritual part of man fit him for moral and religious duties? — "Incline your ear, and come unto me : hear, and your soul shall live : and I will make an everlasting covenant with you even the sure loving kindnesses of David." Isa. 55 :3. 3. What is said of the desire of the soul? — "The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath noth- ing : but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat." Prov. 13 :a. 4. Can nt suffer thirst? — "As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country." Prov. 25 :25. 5. What becomes of the soul at death? — "And the dust return to the earth as it was, and the spirit return unto God who gave it." Eccl. 12:7. 6. What is said of the soul of Christ? — "Therefore will I divide him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he poured out his soul unto death, and was numbered with the transgressors." Isa. 53:12. 7. What became of Christ after death? — "He foreseeing this spake of the resurrection of the Christ, that neither was he left in Hades, nor did his flesh see corruption." Acts 2:31. LONGEVITY. 1.' What has God said of the length of life? — "And Jehovah said, My spirit shall not strive with man for ever, for that he also is flesh : yet shall his days be a hundred and twenty years." Gen. 6 . - 3. 2. How should we live in order to have a long life? — ''The fear of Jehovah prolongeth days." Prov. 10:27. "For, he that would love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile : and let him turn away from evil, and do good ; let him seek peace, and pursue it." I Pet. 3:10, 11. 3. What is said of the days of the wicked? — "But the years of the wicked shall be shortened." Prov. 10:27. 4. To whom is long life promised? — "Honour thy father and thy mother : that thy days may be long upon the land which Jehovah thy God giveth thee." Fx. 20:12. LOVE. 1. How ere we commanded to regard our fel- lozvmen? — "Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy- self: I am Jehovah." Lev. 19:18. 2. How did Christ set this example? — "If I then, the Lord and the Master, have washed your feet, ye also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that ye also should do as I have done to you." John 13 :i4, 15. 3. How may the disciples of Christ be distin- guished from the world? — "By this shall all men know that ye are my are disciples, if ye have love one to another." John 13 :35. 4. How great can our love for others be? — "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15 :i3. 5. Why should we love one another? — "Be- loved, let us love one another : for love is of God ; and every one that loveth is begotten of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God ; for God is love." I John 4 :j, 8. 6. What is the difference in the effect of love and hale? — "Hatred stirreth up strifes : but love covereth all transgressions." Prov. 10:12. "Knowledge pufieth up, but love edifieth." I Cor. 8:1. 7. How did Christ say we should love God? — "And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and v/ith all thy mind, and with all thy strength." Mark 12 :30. 8. Does God require this love? — "What doth Jehovah thy God require of thee, but to fear Je- 38 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. wv hovah thy God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve Jehovah thy God with all thy heart and with all thy soul." Deut. 10:12. 9. Does God test the love of his people for him? "Jehovah your God proveth you, to know whether ye love Jehovah your God with all your heart and with all your soul.'"' Deut. 13 :3. 10. Does God love his people? — "I love them that love me ; and those that seek me diligently shall find me." Prov. 8:17. "But if any man loveth God, the same is known by him." I Cor. 8 13. "We love, because he first loved us." I John 4:19. 11. Do those zvho love God keep his command- ments? — "For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments." I John 5 :3. 12. What promise have those zvho love God? — "And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, even to them that are called according to his purpose." Rom. 8 :28. "Behold what manner of love the father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called children of God : and such we are." "Beloved, now are we children of God, and it is •not yet made manifest what we shall be. We know that, if he shall be manifested, we shall be like him ; for we shall see him even as he is." I John 3:1, 2. LUST. 1. Who iirst committed this sin? — "And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat ; and she gave also unto her husband with her, and he did eat." Gen. 3 :6. 2. Are evil desires forbidden? — "Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor anything that is thy neighbour's." Ex. 20:17. 3. Are these things of God? — "For all that is in the -world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the vainglory of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world." I John 2 :i6. 4. What becomes of the world and the lust of it? — "And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof : but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever." I John 2:17. 5. What effect do these evil desires have on the world? — "And the cares of the world, and the de- ceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruit- ful?' Mark 4:19. See Falsehood. LYING. MALICE. I. Is deep-rooted ill-will forbidden? — "Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thy heart be glad when he is overthrown." Prov. 24:17. "Brethren, be not children in mind : howbeit in malice be ye babes, but in mind be men." I Cor. 14 :20. 2. How do they live who have not the love of God? — "For we also were beforetime foolish, dis- obedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleas- ures, living in malice and envy, hating one another." Tit. 3:3. 3. How does God regard those who bear mal- ice? — "There are six things which Jehovah hateth ; yea, seven which are an abomination unto him." "A heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that are swift in running to mischief ; a false witness that uttereth lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren." Prov. 6:16, 18, 19. 4. Who will avenge the injuries of the suffer- ing and innocent? — "Avenge not yourselves, be- loved, but give place unto the wrath of God: for it is written, Vengeance belongeth unto me ; I will recompense, saith the Lord," Rom. 12:19. 5. Why is it necessary to forgive those who bear malice tozvard us? — "But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses." Matt. 6:15. 6. Hozv zt'ill they be punished? — "Whoso caus- eth the upright to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit." Prov. 28:10. "Because he cruelly oppressed, spoiled his broth- er by violence, and did that which is not good among his people, behold he shall die in his iniquity." Ezek. 18:18. MANNER OF CHRIST'S COMING. 1. What promise is made to those who look for the appearing of Christ? — "So Christ also having been once offered to bear the sins of many, shall ap- pear a second time, apart from sin, to them that wait for him, unto salvation." Heb. 9 :28. 2. How many will receive a reward?— "For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels ; and then shall he render unto every man according to his deeds." Matt. 16 :27. 3. How many will behold the coming of Christ? — "Behold he cometh with the clouds : and every eye shall see him, and they that pierced him." Rev. 1 :J. 4. What zvonderful demonstrations will accom- pany the Lord's coining? — "For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with a voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God." I Thess. 4:16. 5. What will then come to pass? — "And the dead in Christ shall rise first : then we that are alive, that are left, shall together with them be caught up in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air." I Thess. 4:16, 17. 6. What was Enoch's belief about this event? — "And to these also Enoch, the seventh from Adam, prophesied, saying, Behold, the Lord came with ten thousands of his holy ones, to execute judgment upon all." Jude 14:15. 39 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 7. What does David say on this point? — "For he cometh : for he cometh to j udge the earth : he shall judge the world with righteousness, and the peoples with his truth." Ps. 96 :i3. 8. In what splendor will the Saviour come? — "For whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in his own glory, and the glory of the Father, and of the holy angels." Luke 9 :26. 9. What does Paul say will be given those who love his appearing? — "Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give to me at that dcty: and not only to me, but also to all them that have loved his appearing." II Tim. 4:8. 10. How will the Saviour be seen of those who are finally permitted to see him? — "We know that, if he shall be manifested, we shall be like him ; for we shall see him even as he is." I John 3 :2. 11. What description does John give of his ap- pearing? — "And his head and his hair were white as white wool, white as snow ; and his eyes were as a flame of fire ; and his feet like unto burnished brass : as if it had been refined in a furnace ; and his voice as the voice of many waters. And he had in his right hand seven stars : and out of his mouth proceeded a sharp two-edged sword : and his coun- tenance was as the sun shineth in his strength." Rev. 1 114: 16. MANNER OF OBSERVING THE SABBATH. 1. How are all commanded to keep the Sab- bath? — "Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy." Ex. 20:8. 2. What time is given to man for work? — "Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work." Ex. 20:9. 3. What are God's people to do on the Sab- bath? — "But on the seventh day is a sabbath of solemn rest, a holy convocation." Lev. 23 13. 4. Is any kind of labour lawful on the Sab- bath? — "Wherefore it is lawful to do good on the sabbath day." Matt. 12:12. 5. What example did the Saviour give to show the meaning of his words? — "Then he saith to the man, Stretch forth thy hand. And he stretched it forth ; and it was restored whole as the other." Matt. 12:13. 6. On which day did the Israelites receive their Sabbath supply of manna? — "And it came to pass, that on the sixth day they gathered twice as much bread, two omers for each one." Ex. 16 :22. 7. What instruction did they receive in regard to this double portion? — "And he said unto them, This is that which Jehovah hath spoken, To-morrow is a solemn rest, a holy sabbath unto Jehovah : bake that which ye will bake, and boil that which ye will boil ; and all that remaineth over lay up for you to be. kept until the morning." Ex. 16 :23. 8. What example did the Saviour set? — "And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up : and he entered, as his custom was, into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up to read." Luke 4:16. MARRIAGE. 1. Is this a divine institution? — "And the rib, which Jehovah God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man." Gen. 2:22. 2. Why did God establish the marriage insti- tution? — "And God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him ; male and fe- male created he them. And God blessed them : and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it." Gen. 1 :27, 28. 'And Jehovah God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a help meet for him." Gen. 2 :i8. 3. How many companions did God ordain that man should have? — "And did he not make one, although he had the residue of the spirit? And wherefore one ? He sought a godly seed. There- fore take heed to your spirit, and let none deal treacherously against the wife of his youth." Mai. 2:15. "For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife ; and the twain shall become one flesh ? So that they are no more twain, but one flesh." Matt. 19:5, 6. 4. Is marriage indissoluble ? — "What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder." Matt. 19:6. 5. What does Christ say of divorcement? — "It was said also, whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement: but I say unto you, that every one that putteth away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, mak- eth her an adulteress : and whosoever shall marry her when she is put away committeth adultery." Matt, s 31, 32. 6. How does God regard this point? — "For I hate putting away, saith Jehovah." Mai. 2:16. 7. Is marriage lawful for Christians? — "Let marriage be had in honor among all." Heb. 13 14. "So then both he that giveth his own virgin daughter in marriage doeth well." I Cor. 7 :38. 8. What is said of marriage between persons of different belief? — "Be not unequally yoked with un- believers : for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity?" II Cor. 6:14. 9. Does happiness result from suitable mar- riages? — "A worthy woman is a crown to her hus- band." Prov. 12:4. "Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of Jehovah." Prov. 18 :22. "A prudent wife is from Jehovah.' Prov. 19:14. 10. What is the result of unsuitable ones? — "It is better to dwell in a desert land, than with a contentious and fretful woman." Prov. 21 :i9. 11. What are the duties of husband and wife to each other? — "Husbands love your wives, 40 )%lji ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE On what occasion did David receive strength even as Christ also loved the church, and gave him- self up for it." Eph. 5 -.2$. "Let the husband render unto the wife her due : and likewise also the wife unto the husband." I Cor. 7 13. '"Wives, be in subjection unto your own hus- bands, as unto the Lord." Eph. 5 :22. "Train the young women to love their hus- bands." Tit. 2:4. MEDITATION. 1. Is iixed and deep thought on religious sub- jects the duty of all Christians? — "Till I come, give heed to reading, to exhortation, to teaching. Neg- lect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery. Be diligent in these things ; give thyself wholly to them ; that thy progress may be manifest unto all." I Tim. 4:13, 15 2 and encouragement? — "When I remember thee upon my bed, and mediate on thee in the night watches." Ps. 63 :6. 3. What did he say of the man zvho was truly blessed? — "But his delight is in the law of Jehovah ; and in his law doth he meditate day and night." Ps. 1 :2. 4. "Will such a condition of mind be unpleasant to one who loves God? — "Let my meditation be sweet unto him : I will repoice in Jehovah." Ps. 104:34. "How precious also are they thoughts unto me, of God ! how great is the sun of them ! If I should count them, they are more in number than the sand : when I awake, I am still with thee." Ps. 139 :ij, 18. MEEKNESS. 1. How is meekness manifested? — "Herein do I also exercise myself to have a conscience void of offence toward God and men alway." Acts 24:16. "In your patience ye shall win your souls." Luke 21 :ig. '"Love your enemies, and pray for them that persecute you." Matt. 5 :44. 2. Are the truly meek resigned to the will of God under trials? — "I was dumb, I opened not my mouth ; because thou didst it." Ps. 39 :g. "Jehovah gave, and Jehovah hath taken away ; blessed be the name of Jehovah." Job 1:21. 3. How may we obtain and cultivate the spirit of meekness? — "But thou, O man of God, flee these things', and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness." I Tim. 6:11. "And above all things put on love, which is the bond of perfectness." Col. 3 :i4. "Ask and it shall be given you." Matt. 7 :y. 4. Is it attended with any advantages? — "He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty ; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city." Prov. 16:32. "The discretion of a man maketh him slow to anger ; and it is his glory to pass over a trans- gression." Prov. 19:11. 5. Is meekness productive of happiness? — "The meek also shall increase their joy in Jehovah, and the poor among men shall rejoice in the Holy One of Israel." Isa. 29:19. 6. What are some of the promises annexed to it? — "The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way." Ps. 25 19. "For Jehovah taketh pleasure in his people : he will beautify the meek with salvation." Ps. 149:4. "Blessed are the meek : for they shall inherit the earth." Matt. 5 :5. "Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me ; for I am meek and lowly in heart : and ye shall find rest for your souls." Matt. 1 1 :29. 7. Did Christ set a perfect example of meek- ness? — "He was oppressed, yet when he was afflict- ed he opened not his mouth ; as a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and as a sheep that before her shearer is dumb, so he opened not his mouth." Isa. 53:". MERCY. 1. What is said of the mercy of God? — "For thy loving kindness is great unto the heavens." Ps." 57:10. "According to his mercy he saved us." Tit. 3 :5- "Jehovah is merciful and gracious, slow to an- ger, and abundant in loving kindness." Ps. 103 :8. 2. Is it everlasting? — "But the loving kindness of Jehovah is from everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children." Ps. 103:17. 3. Is it the duty of man to be merciful? — "Let not kindness and truth forsake thee : bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thy heart." Prov. 3 :3- "Be ve merciful, even as your Father is merci- ful." Luke 6:36. 4. What is the reward of such as obey these commands? — "Blessed are the merciful : for they shall obtain mercy." Matt. 5 \J. "He that followeth after righteousness, and kind- ness findeth life, righteousness, and honour." Prov. 21 :2I. "All day long he dealeth graciously, and lendeth ; and his seed is blessed." Ps. 37 :26 . MILLENIUM. 1. To what time is the coming of Christ com- pared? — "And as were the days of Noah, so shall be the coming of the Son of man." Matt. 24:37. 2. How was it in the days of Noah? — "And Jehovah saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evU continually." Gen. 6:5. 3. Will any one be living on earth at that time? — "The earth shall be utterly emptied, and utterly spoiled ; for Jehovah hath sooken this word." Isa. 24:3- 41 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS "I beheld, and lo, the fruitful field was a wil- derness, and all the cities thereof were broken down at the presence of Jehovah, and before his fierce anger." Jer. 4 :26. 4. Where will the saints be taken? — "In my Fathers house are many mansions ; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I come again, and will receive you unto my- self ; that where I am there ye may be also." John 14:2, 3. 5. How long will they reign with Christ? — "And they lived, and reigned with Christ a thousand years." Rev. 20 14. 6. How long will the wicked remain in their graves? — "The rest of the dead lived not until the thousand years should be finished." Rev. 20:5. 7. What will become of them? — "A noise shall come even to the end of the earth ; for Jehovah hath a controversy with the nations, he will enter into judgment with all flesh; as for the wicked, he will give them to the sword, saith Jehovah." Jer. 25 3 1. 8. How many will escape the second death? — "Blessed and holy is he that hath par* in the first resurrection : over these the second death hath no power." Rev. 20:6. 9. What will be the effect of the fire? — "For, behold, the day cometh, it burneth as a furnace ; and all the proud, and all that work wickedness, shall be stubble: and the day that cometh shall burn them up, saith Jehovah of hosts, that it shall leave them neither root nor branch." Mai. 4:1. 10. What will become of the earth? — "But the day of the Lord will come as a thief ; in which the heavens shall pass away with great noise, and the elements shall be dissolved with fervent heat, and the earth and the works that are therein shall be burned up." II Pet. 3:10. 1 r. Then what will come? — "But according to his promise, we look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness." II Peter 3:i3- MINISTER. 1. What are ministers of the gospel of Christ called? — "And he gave some to be apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers." Eph. 4:11. "Let a man so account of us, as of ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God." I Cor. 4:1. "If a man seeketh the office of bishop, he de- sireth a good work." I Tim. 3:1. "Appoint elders in every city, as I gave thee charge." Tit. 1 15. 2. What qualifications must they possess? — "If any man is blameless, the husband of one wife, hav- ing children that believe, who are not accused of riot or unruly. For the bishop must be blameless, as God's steward; not selfwilled, not soon angry, no brawler, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre ; but given to hospitality, a lover of good, soberminded, just, holy, temperate; holding to the faithful word which is according to the teaching, that he may be able both to exhort in the sound doctrine, and to convict the gainsayers." Tit. 1 :6-a. 3. In what light should they be regarded? — "We are ambassadors therefore on behalf of Christ, as though God were intreating by us." II Cor. 5 -20. 4. Should ministers have a regular call from Christ and his Church? — "But arise, and stand upon thy feet : for to this end have I appeared unto thee, to appoint thee a minister and a witness both of the things wherein thou hast seen me, and of the things wherein I will appear unto thee." Acts 26:16. "Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery." I Tim. 4:14. 5. What are their duties? — "Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit : teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I commanded you." Matt. 28 :ig, 20. "But we will continue stedfastly in prayer, and in the ministry of the word." Acts 6 -.4. 6. Should ministers set examples worthy of im- itation? — "In all things showing thyself an ensample of good works." Tit. 2 :y. "Neither as lording it over the charge allotted to you, but making yourselves ensamples to the ilock." I Pet. 5 :3. "Giving no occasion of stumbling in anything that our ministration be not blamed." II Cor. 6 :3. 7. How should they behave to those who op- pose them? — "Brethren, even if a man be overtaken in any trespass, ye that are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of meekness." Gal. 6:1. 8. How shoidd the ministers of the gospel be treated? — "He that receiveth you receiveth me, and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me." Matt. 10:40. "Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit to them: for they watch in behalf of your souls, as they that shall give account." Heb. 13:17. 9. Do they need the prayers of Christian peo- ple? — "Brethren, pray for us." I Thess. 5 :25. "With all prayer and supplication praying at all seasons in the Spirit, and watching thereunto in all perseverance and supplication for all the saints." Eph. 6:18. 10. Are ministers entitled to a maintenance? — "Get you no gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses : no wallet for your journey, neither two coats, nor shoes, nor staff : for the labourer is worthy of his food." Matt. 10:10. "Let each man do according as he hath purposed in his heart ; not grudgingly, or of necessity : for God loveth a cheerful giver." II Cor. 9 :J. 11. What is said of false ministers? — "Cursed be he that doeth the work of Jehovah negligently." Jer. 48:10. 12. What rezvard have the faithful? — "And they that are wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament ; and they that turn many to right- 42 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. Wf eousness as the stars for ever and ever." Dan. 12 13. "Lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world." Matt. 28 :20. MIRACLES. 1. What was the design of miracles f — "And I have led you forty years in the wilderness : your clothes are not waxen old upon you, and thy shoe is not waxen old upon thy foot. Ye have not eaten bread, neither have ye drunk wine or strong drink: that ye might know that I am Jehovah your God." Deut. 29 :5, 6. 2. What effect did they have on those who saw and heard of them? — "And the multitudes gave heed with one accord unto the things that were spoken by Philip, when they heard, and saw the signs which he did." Acts 8 :6. 3. Where was the nrst miracle of Christ per- formed and with what effect on his disciples? — "This beginning of his signs did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested his glory ; and his disciples believed on him." John 2 :ii. 4. What kind of miracles, did he afterward per- form? — "The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, and the dead are raised up, and the poor have good tid- ings preached to them." Matt. 11 -.5. 5. Of what did Christ say they were a witness? "But the witness which I have is greater than that of John: for the works which the Father hath given me to accomplish, the very works that I do, bear wit- ness of me, that the Father sent me." John 5 :t,6. 6. In whose name did the apostles perform ■„jraclcs? — "But Peter said, Silver and gold have I none ; but what I have, that give I thee." In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk." Acts 3 :6. 7. Were delnsives ones foretold? — "For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall show great signs and wonders ; so as to lead astray, if possible, even the elect." Matt. 24 :24. 8. How should they be regarded? — "If there- fore they shall say unto you, Behold, he is in the wilderness ; go not forth : Behold, he is in the inner chambers ; believe it not. For as the lightning com- eth forth from the east, and is seen even unto the west ; so shall be the coming of the Son of man." Matt. 24 :26, 27. MISSIONARY WORK. 1. To whom must the gospel be preached? — "And the gospel must first be preached unto all the nations." Mark 13:10. "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to the whole creation." Mark 16:15. 2. What motive should prompt every one to engage in missionary work? — "For the love of Christ constraineth us ; because we thus judge, that one died for all, therefore all died." II Cor. 5:14. 3. Whom does every faithful worker represent? — "We are ambassadors therefore on behalf of Christ, as though God were entreating by us : we beseech you on behalf of Christ, be ye reconciled to God." II Cor. 5 :20. 4. // we neglect this work what will be the result? — "Every branch in me that beareth not fruit, he taketh it away : and every branch that bearetn fruit, he cleanseth it, that it may bear more fruit." John 15 :2. 6. What is said of those who do not labor for Christ? — "He that is not with me is against me : and he that gathereth not with me scattereth." Luke 11:23. MODESTY. 1. Is humble and chaste deportment enjoined? — "I desire therefore that the men pray in every place, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and dis- puting. In like manner, that women adorn them- selves in modest apparel, . with shamefastness and sobriety; not with braided hair, and gold or pearls or costly raiment." I Tim. 2 :8, 9. 2. How did Queen Vashti show her modesty? — "To bring Vashti the queen before the king with the crown royal, to show the peoples and the princes her beauty : for she was fair to look on. But the queen Vashti refused to come at the king's com- mandment by the chamberlains." Esth. 1 :n, 12. 3. Give some other instance of it? — "And Saul answered and said, Am not I a Benjamite, of the smallest of the tribes of Israel? and my family the least of all the families of the tribe of Benjamin? wherefore then speakest thou to. me after this man- ner?" I Sam. 9:21. 4. How docs God treat the proud? — "God re- sisted! the proud, but giveth grace to the humble." I Pet. 5 15. MURDER. 1. Is the killing of any person, wilfully and un- lawfully, forbidden? — "Thou shalt do no murder." Ex. 20:13. 2. How is it punished? — "Whoso sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be shed." Gen. 9:6. 3. What were some of the laws relating to murder ?— 'Whoso killeth any person, the man-slay- er shall be slain at the mouth of witnesses : but one witness shall not testify against any person that he die. Moreover ye shall take no ransom tor the life of a manslayer, who is guilty of death : but he shall surely be put to death." Num. 35 :30, 31. 4. What is said of those who kill others acci- dentally? — "Speak to the children of Israel, saying, Assign you the cities of refuge, whereof I spake unto you, by the hand of Moses : that the man- slayer that killeth any person unwittingly and una- wares may flee thither : and they shall be unto you for a refuge from the avenger of blood." Josh. 20 :2, 3. 5. How does God regard a murderer? — "Je- hovah abhorreth the bloodthirstv and deceitful man." Ps. 5 :6. 43 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 6. What zvill be the final punishment? — "Mur- derers, and fornicators, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, their part shall be in the lake that burn- etii with fire and brimstone; which is the second death." Rev. 21 :8. NATIONAL DISTINCTION. 1. In what condition did God make all nations of the earth? — "And he made of one every nation of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, having determined their appointed seasons, and the bounds of their habitation." Acts 17 :26. 2. How did man sell himself to Satan? — "For we know that the law is spiritual : but I am carnal, sold under sin." Rom. 7:14. 3. Then whose children are they who sin? — "Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father it is your will to do." John 8 144. 4. Are all nations held guilty before God? — "For all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God." Rom. 3 123. 5. What is the spiritual condition of all men when in a sinful state? — "That ye were at that time separate from Christ, alienated from the common- wealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of the promise, having no hope and without God in the world." Eph. 2:12. 6. How are they reconciled to God? — "But all things are of God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ." II Cor. 5 :i8. 7. Does God respect one nation or people more than another? — "Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons : but in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accept- able to him." Acts 10 -.34, 35. NATURE OF GOD'S LAW. 1. What is the character of God's law? — "For we know that the law is spiritual." Rom. 7 :i4. 2. What is necessary for man to know concern- ing the law before he is converted? — "And knowest his will, and approvest the things that are excellent being instructed out of the law." Rom. 2:18. 3. What effect has the law on the carnally minded? — "The law of Jehovah is perfect, restoring the soul: the testimony of Jehovah is sure making wise the simple." Ps. 19 :j. 4. What did Christ tell the young man to do in order that he might receive salvation? — "If thou wouldst enter into life, keep the commandments." Matt. 19:17. 5. What did he say he came to do to the law? — "Think not that I came to destroy the law or the prophets : I came not to destroy but to fulfill. Matt. 5 :i7- 6. V/hat is said of those who break one of God's leasts commandments? — "Whosoever there- fore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven." Matt. 5 :i9. . 7. What blessing will God give those who keep his commandments? — "Blessed are they that wash their robes, that they may have the right to come to the tree of life, and may enter in by the gates into the city." Rev. 22 :i4. NEIGHBOR. 1. How great should our love be for our neigh- bors? — 'Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself." Matt. 19:19. 2. Can love harm any one? — "Love worketh no ill to his neighbour : love therefore is the fulfilment of the law." Rom. 13:10. 3. Are we commanded to deal honestly with our neighbours? — "Thou shalt not oppress thy neighbour, nor rob him." Lev. 19 :i3. 4. Is it wrong to misrepresent them in any way? — "Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour." Ex. 20:16. 5. What is said of those who are respecters oj persons? — "Howbeit if ye fulfill the royal law, ac- cording to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neigh- bour as thyself, ye do well: but if ye have respect of persons ye commit sin, being convicted by the law as transgressors." Jas. 2 :8, 9. NEW BIRTH. 1. What is the natural condition of the human family? — "For all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God." Rom. 3 :23. 2. Can man by his own exertions alone, change his condition? — "Can the Ethiopian change his skin, or the leopard his spots ? then may ye also do good, that are accustomed to do evil." Jer. 13 123. 3. What did Christ say was necessary to sal- vation? — "Jesus answered and said unto him, Ver* ily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born anew, he cannot see the kingdom of God." John 3 : 3- 4. How did he further explain his meaning? — "The wind bloweth where it listeth, and thou hearest the voice thereof, but knowest not whence it com- eth, and whither it goeth : so is every one that is born of the Spirit." John 3 :8. 5. By what means is the second birth effected? — "Having been begotten again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, through the word of God, which liveth and abideth." I Pet. 1 :23. 6. When a man has this new birth what will he do? — "If ye know that he is righteous, ye know that every one also that doeth righteousness is begotten of him." 1 John 2 :29. 7. How will he regard sin? — "Whosoever is begotten of God doeth no sin, because his seed abid- eth in him ; and he cannot sin, because he is be- gotten of God." I John 3 :g. 8. How will the new birth be manifested? — "Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God, and knoweth God." I John 4 :j. 9. What victory will be finally given those zvho are born again? — "For whatsoever is begotten of God overcometh the world : and this is the victory 44 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE . that hath overcome the world, even our faith." I John 5:4. NEW JERUSALEM. 1. Has God prepared a dwelling-place for his people? — "But now they desire a better country, that is, an heavenly : wherefore God is not ashamed of them, to be called their God: for he hath pre- pared for them a city." Heb. 11:16. 2. How did John describe the holy city? — "And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, made ready as a bride adorned for her husband." Rev. 21 :2. 3. To what did Abraham look forward, while sojourning in the land of promise? — "For he looked for the city which hath the foundation, whose build- er and maker is God." Heb. 11 :io. 4. What is said of the size of the city? — "And the city lieth four-square, and the length thereof is as great as the breadth: and he measured the city with the reed, twelve thousand furlongs : the length and the breadth and the height thereof are equal. And he measured the wall thereof, a hun- dred and forty and four cubits, according to the measure of a man, that is, of an angel." Rev. 21 :i6, 17. 5. Of zvhat was the zvall made? — "And the building of the wall thereof was jasper : and the city was pure gold, like unto pure glass." Rev. 21 :i8. 6. With what were the foundations of the wall ornamented? — "The foundations of the wall of the city were adorned with all manner of precious stones. The first foundation was jasper ; the second, sapphire ; the third, chalcedony ; the fourth, emerald, the fifth, sardonyx ; the sixth, sardius ; the seventh, chrystolite ; the eighth, beryl ; the ninth, topaz ; the tenth, chrysoprase; the eleventh, jacinth; the twelfth, amethyst." Rev. 21 :i9, 20. 7. What is said of the gates and street of the city? — "And the twelve gates were twelve pearls ; each one of the several gates was of one pearl : and the street of the city was pure gold, as it were transparent glass." Rev. 21 :2i. 8. What will be the principal object in the city? — "And the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be therein." Rev. 22 :3. 9. What will be excluded from it? — "And there shall in no wise enter into it anything unclean, or he that maketh an abomination and a lie." Rev. 21 :27. 10. Who will be welcomed there? — "Blessed are they that wash their robes, that they may have the right to come to the tree of life, and may enter in by the gates into the city." Rev. 22:14. NOT JUSTIFIED BY THE LAW. 1. What does Paul say concerning the law? — "By the works of the law shall no flesh be justified in his sight." Rom. 3 :20. 2. What comes through the lazv? — "Howbeit, I had not known sin, except through the law : for I had not known coveting, except the law had said, Thou shalt not covet." Rom. 7 :j. 3. What is said of God's law? — "So that the law is holy, and the commandment holy, and right- eous, and good." Rom. 7:12. 4. // tlten the law cannot justify one from transgression how can man be justified? — "Being therefore justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." Rom. 5 :i. 5. How must those walk who would be free from condemnation? — "There is therefore now no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus." Rom. 8:1. "Who walk not after the flesh, but after the spirit." Rom. 8:4. OATH. 1. Are solemn vows by appeal to God to be strictly performed? — "When a man voweth a vow unto Jehovah, or sweareth an oath to bind his soul with a bond, he shall not break his word ; he shall do according to all that proceedeth out of his mouth." Num. 30 :2. 2. How does God regard a false oath? — "And let none of you devise evil in your hearts against his neighbour ; and love no false oath : for all these are things that I hate, saith Jehovah." Zee. 8:17. 3. Should light vows be taken? — "Thou shalt not take the name of Jehovah thy God in vain; for Jehovah will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain." Ex. 20 :y. 4. Were oaths required in case of a pledge? — "The oath of Jehovah shall be between them both, whether he hath not put his hand unto his neigh- bour's goods, and the owner thereof shall accept it, and he shall not make restitution." Ex. 22:11. 5. Give instances of oaths taken voluntarily. — "And Jonathan said to David, Go in peace, foras- much as we have sworn both of us in the name of Jehovah, saying, Jehovah shall be between me and thee, and between my seed and thy seed, for ever." I Sam. 20 42. "Now touching the things which I write unto you, behold, before God, I lie not." Gal. 1 :20. "For God is my witness, whom I serve in my spirit in the gospel of his Son, how unceasingly I make mention of you." Rom. 1 :g. 6. Give instance of rash vows. — "And Jep- thath vowed a vow unto Jehovah, and said, "If thou wilt indeed deliver the children of Ammon into my hand, then it shall be, that whatsoever com- eth forth of the doors of my house to meet me, when I return in peace from the children of Am- mon, it shall be Jehovah's and I will offer it up for a burnt offering." Judge. 1 1 :3c). "But when Herod's birthday came, the daughter of Herodias danced in the midst, and pleased Herod. Whereupon he promised with an oath to give her whatsoever she should ask." Matt. 14:6, 7. "And the king was grieved ; but for the sake of his oath, and of them that sat at meat with him, he commanded it to be given." Judg. 11 :g. 45 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS OBEDIENCE. i. Is obedience to the revealed •will of God ex- pressly commanded? — "Thou shalt therefore obey the voice of Jehovah thy God, and do his command- ments and his statutes, which I command thee this day." Deut. 27:10. 2. Should this obedience be sincere and cheer- ful? — "But the end of the charge is love out of a pure heart and a good conscience and faith un- feigned." I Tim. 1 .-5. "For if I do this of mine own will, I have a re- ward : but if not of mine own will, I have a steward- ship intrusted to me." I Cor. 9:17. 3. What is necessary to obey God perfectly? — "For the love of Christ constraineth us." II Cor. 5:i4- "For this is the love of God; that we keep his commandments." I John 5 :3. 4. In obeying God's commands should we in all things have an eye to his glory? — "Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God." I Cor. 10 131 . 5. What is the advantage of obedience? — "Even so let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven." Matt. 5 :i6. 6. What effect does it have on God's people? — "Who, when he was come, and had seen the grace of God, was glad." 7. What effect does it have on the gainsay ers or evil ones? — "For so is the will of God, that by well-doing ye should put to silence the ignorance of foolish men." I Pet. 2:15. 8. To what does obedience to the will of God lead? — "But now being made free from sin / and be- come servants to God, ) r e have your fruit unto sancti- lication, and the end eternal life." Rom. 6 :22. 9. Who does Christ say will receive this re- ward? — "Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven ; but he that doeth the will of my Father who is in heaven." Matt. 7 :2i. 10. What does God desire more than sacrifices? "For thou delightest not .in sacrifice ; else would I give it : thou hast no pleasure in burnt offering. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit : a broken and contrite heart, O God. thou wilt not despise." Ps. 51:16, 17. 11. Did Christ set us an example of perfect obedience? — "Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow his steps : who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth." I Pet. 2:21, 22. 12. Was his obedience well-pleasing and ac- ceptable to God? — "And he that sent me is with me ; he that hath not left me alone ; for I do always the things that are pleasing to him." John 8 :29. "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased." II Pet. 1 :i7. OPPORTUNITY. I. When should we do good and to whom? — "So then as we have opportunity, let us work that which is good toward all men, and especially to- ward them that are of the household of the faith." Gal. 6:10. 2. Should opportunity to do good ever be neglected? — "Seek ye Jehovah while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near." Isa. 55 :6. "Agree with thine adversary quickly, while thou art with him in the way ; lest haply the adversary de- liver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison." Matt. 5 =25- 3. How did Christ improve his opportunity for doing good while on earth? — "We must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day : the night cometh, when no man can work. When I am in the world I am the light of the world." John 9 4, 5. 4. Will we always have an opportunity to ac- cept Christ? — "The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved." Jer. 8 :20. "When your fear cometh as a storm, and your calamity cometh on as a whirlwind ; when distress and anguish come upon you. Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer; they shall seek me diligently, but they shall not find me." Prov. 1 -.27, 28. 5- What will be the punishment of those who neglect their opportunity? — "And whosoever shall not receive you> nor hear your words, as ye go forth out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet. Verily I say unto you, It shall be more toler- able for the land of Sodom and Gomorrah in the day of judgment, than for that city." Matt. 10:14, 15. 6. What will be the reward of those who im- prove their opportunities for good? — "But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell securely and shall be quiet without fear of evil." Prov. 1 :33. ORIGIN. HISTORY AND DESTINY OF SATAN. See Satan. PARENTS, INFLUENCE OF. 1. What instruction is given to parents in re- gard to training their children? — "Train up a child in the way he should go, and even when he is old he will not depart from it." Prov. 22 :6. 2. Do children of righteous parents receive blessings from God? — "But the lovingkindness of Jehovah is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto chil- dren's children. Ps. 103:17. "Showing lovingkindness unto thousands of them that love me and keep mv commandments." Ex. 20:6. 3. Are children punished for the sins of their parents? — -"Thou shalt not bow down thyself unto them, nor serve them : for I Jehovah thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children, upon the third and upon the fourth generation of them that hate me." Ex. 20 :5. 46 in 4* ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. ''Then I will -set my face against that man, and against his family." Lev. 20 15. 4. How do children regard a christian moth- er:' — "Her children rise up and call her blessed." Prov. 3 1 :28. 5. How does our heavenly Father look upon his children? — ''Like as a father pitieth his children, so Jehovah pitieth them that fear him." Ps. 103 :i3. 6. Is it necessary for parents to correct their children? — "For whom Jehovah loveth he reprov- eth ; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth." Prov. 3 :i2. "Withhold not correction from the child: for if thou beat him with the rod, he shall not die." Prov. -23 :I 3- PASSION. 1. When the multitudes would have done sac- rifice to Barnabas and Paul what did they say? — "Sirs, why do ye these things ? We also are men of like passions with you, and bring you good tidings, that ye should turn from these vain things unto the living God, who made the heaven and the earth and the sea, and all that in them is." Acts 14 115. 2. What do we know of Elijah's nature?? — "Elijah was a man of like passions with us, and he prayed fervently that it might not rain." Jas. 5 wj. 3. Was his prayer answered? — "And it rained not on the earth for three years and six months. And he prayed again ; and the heaven gave rain, and the earth brought forth her fruit." Jas. 5:17, 18. 4. How did Christ show his suffering and death? — "To whom he also showed himself alive after his passion by many proofs, appearing unto them by the space of forty days, and speaking the things concerning the kingdom of God." Acts 1 13. PASSOVER. 1. By whom was the feast of the passover in- stituted? — "And Jehovah said unto Moses and Aaron, This is the ordinance of the passover." Ex. 12:43. 2. Why is it so called? — "And it shall come to pass, when ye be come to the land which Jehovah will give you, according as he hath promised, that ye shall keep this service. And it shall come to pass, when your children shall say unto you, What mean ye by this service? that ye shall say, It is the sacri- fice of Jehovah's passover, who passed over the houses of the children of Israel in Egypt, when he smote the Egyptians, and delivered our houses. And the people bowed the head and worshipped." Ex. 12 :25-27. 3. What zvere some of the rides concerning it? — "Observe the month of Abib, and keep the pass- over unto Jehovah thy God : for in the month of Abib Jehovah thy God brought thee forth out of Egypt by night. And thou shalt sacrifice the pass- over unto Jehovah thy God, of the flock and the herd, in the place which Jehovah shall choose to cause his name to dwell there. Thou shalt eat no leavened bread with it; seven days shalt thou eat unleavened bread therewith, even tl.-~ bread of af- fliction; for thou earnest forth out o2 the land of Egypt in haste : that thou mayest remember the day when thou earnest forth out of the land of Egypt all the days of thy life. And there shall be no leaven seen with thee in all thy borders seven days ; neither shall any of the flesh, which thou sacrificest the first day at even, remain all night until the morning. Thou mayest not sacrifice the passover within any of thy gates, which Jehovah thy God giveth thee: but at the place which Jehovah thy God shall choose to cause his name to dwell in, there thou shalt sacri- fice the passover at even, at the going down of the sun, at the season that thou earnest forth out of Egypt. And thou shalt roast and eat it in the place which Jehovah thy God shall choose : and thou shalt turn in the morning, and go unto thy tents.- Six days thou shalt eat unleavened bread: and on the seventh day shall be a solemn assembly to Jehovah thy God ; thou shalt do no work therein." Deut. 16:1-8. 4. Were strangers authorized to celebrate this feast? — "And if a stranger shall sojourn among you, and will keep the passover unto Jehovah ; ac- cording to the statute of the passover, and according to the ordinance thereof, so shall he do : ye shall have one statute, both for the stranger, and for him that is born in the land." Num. 9 :i4. 5. What zvas the penalty for neglecting to ob- serve it? — "But the man that is clean, and is not in a journey, and forbear eth to keep the passover, that soul shall be cut off from his people : because he offered not the oblation of Jehovah in its appointed season, that man shall bear his sin." Num. 9 :i3- 6. Was it celebrated after the return from cap- tivity? — "For the priests and the Levites had puri- fied themselves together ; all of them were pure : and they killed the passover for all the children of the captivity, and for their brethren the priests, and for themselves. And the children of Israel, who were come again out of captivity, and all such as had sep- arated themselves unto them from the filthiness of the heathen of the land, to seek Jehovah, the God of Israel, did eat, and kept the feast of unleavened bread seven days with joy." Ezra 6 :20-22. 7. Did Christ observe the feast of the pass- over? — "Now on the first day of unleavened bread the disciples came to Jesus, saying, \v here wilt thou that we make ready for thee to eat the passover? And he said, Go into the city to such a man, and say unto him, The Master saith, My time is at hand ; I keep the passover at thy house with my disciples. And the disciples did as Jesus appointed them ; and they made ready the passover. Now when even was come, he was sitting at meat with the twelve disci- ples." Matt. 26:17-20. 8. What happened to Christ at this time? — "Ye know that after two days the passover cometh, and the Son of man is delivered up to be crucified." Matt. 26:2. 9. Why is Christ called our passover? — "For 47 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS our passover also hath been sacrificed, even Christ." I Cor. 5 y. 10. How is his death commemorated? — "For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink the cup, ye proclaim the Lord's death till he come." I Cor. I I -.26. 11. Wren and by whom was the Lord's Sup- per instituted? — "For I received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, how that the Lord Jesus in the night in which he was betrayed took bread ; and when he had given thanks he brake it, and said, This is my body, which is for you: this do in remembrance of me." I Cor. 11 123, 24. 12. What is signified by the cup? — "This cup is the new covenant in my blood : this do, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me." I Cor. 11 :25- 13. What is said of those who disobey God and partake of the communion? — "Wherefore whoso- ever shall eat the bread or drink the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner, shall be guilty of the body and the blood of the Lord." I Cor. 1 1 127. PATIENCE. 1. How should we wait for God's promises? — "Rest in Jehovah and wait patiently for him : fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way." Ps. 2,7 '•?• 2. How can we cultivate patience? — "There- fore let us also, seeing we are compassed about with so great a colud of witnesses, lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us." Heb. 12:1. 3. Who has set us the perfect example? — "Looking unto Jesus the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising shame, and hath sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider him that hath endured such gainsaying of sinners against himself, that ye wax not weary, faint- ing in your souls." Heb 12:2,3. 4. Does our present state render patience neces- sary? — "For ye have need of patience, that having done the will of God, ye may receive the promise." Heb. 10:36. 5. Are our trials less than we deserve? — "Wherefore doth a living man complain, a man for the punishment of his sins." Lam. 3 :3g. 6. For what arc they intended? — "For our light affliction, which is for the moment, worketh for us more and more exceedingly an eternal weight of glory." II Cor. 4:17. 7. How will they terminate? — "For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us." "Be ye also patient ; establish your hearts : for the coming of the Lord is at hand." Jas. 5 :8. 8. What does Paul call God?— "Now the God of patience and of comfort grant you to be the same mind one with another according to Christ Jesus." Rom. 15:5. 9. Does God exercise patience toward his chos- en people? — "And therefore will Jehovah wait, that he may be gracious unto you, and therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you : for Jehovah is a God of judgment; blessed are all they that wait for him." Isa. 30:18. PATRIOTISM. 1. Is it the duty of every true citizen to pray for the peace of his country? — "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem : they shall prosper that love thee. Peace be within thy walls, and prosperity within thy pal- aces." Ps. 122 :6, 7. 2. What should be their greatest desire? — "For Zion's sake will I not hold my peace, and for Jerusalem's sake I will not rest, until her righteous- ness go forth as brightness, and her salvation as a lamp that burnetii." Isa. 62:1. 3. Give examples of true patriotism. — "By faith Moses, when he was grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter ; choosing rather to be evil entreated with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasure of sin for a season; ac- counting the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt." Heb. 11 :24, 26. "Be of good courage, and let us play the man for our people, and for the cities of our God : and Jehovah do that which seemeth him good." II Sam. 10:12. PEACE. 1. Should peace be cultivated? — "Depart from evil, and do good ; seek peace, and pursue it." Ps. 34:i4- 2. By what means? — "A soft answer turneth away wrath : but a grievous words stirreth up an- ger." Prov. 15 :i. "Forbearing one another, and forgiving each other, if any man have a complaint against any; even as the Lord forgave you, so also do ye." Col. 3. How ought zve to live? — "If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men." Rom. 12:18. 4. What is said of such living? — "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell to- gether in unity." Ps. 133:1. "To the counsellors of peace is joy." Prov. 12 :20. "Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith." Prov. 15 :i7< 5. Was peace given by the Saviour? — Peace I leave with you ; my peace I give unto you : not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful." John 14 -.27. 6. What is said of the peace of God? — "And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." Phil. 4:7. 7. What will be the reward of the peacemakers? 48 \xs\ ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. — "Blessed are the peacemakers : for they shall be called the sons of God." Matt. 5 :g. PERFECTION. 1. Are all men sinful by nature? — "Surely there is not a righteous man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not." Eccl. 7 :20. 2. Who only can change this sinful nature and lead us on to perfection? — "And the God of all grace, who called you unto his eternal glory in Christ, after that ye have suffered a little while, shall himself perfect, establish, strengthen you." I Pet. 5:10. 3. In whom is the love of God perfected? — "But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily hath the love of God been perfected. Hereby know we that we are in him." I John 2 15. 4. What is said of those who desire this love?— "Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after right- eousness : for they shall be filled." Matt. 5 :6. 5. Who has set us the example of perfection? — "Ye therefore shall be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect." Matt. 5 148. 6. Will he keep those who try to follow it? — "Be perfected ; be comforted ; be of the same mind ; live in peace : and the God of love and peace shall be with you." II Cor. 13:11. PERJURY. 1. Is swearing falsely forbidden? — "And ye shall not swear by my name falsely, so that thou profane the name of thy God : I am Jehovah." Lev. 19:12. 2. Do they sin who disobey this command? — "Or have found that which was lost, and deal false- ly therein, and swear to a lie ; in any of all these that a man doeth, sinneth therein.' Lev. 6:3. 3. How does God regard those who swear falsely? — "And let none of you devise evil in your hearts against his neighbour; and love no false oath : for all these are things that I hate, saith Je- hovah." Zee. 8:17. 4. What does Christ say on this subject? — "Again, ye have heard that it was said to them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths." Matt. 5 =33- 5. Give some instances of perjury. — "Now the chief priests and the whole council sought false wit- ness against Jesus, that they might put him to death." Matt. 26 :5c). "They that stood by came and said to Peter, Of a truth thou also art one of them ; for thy speech betrayeth thee. Then began he to curse and to swear, I know not the man." Matt. 26 :73, 74. PERSECUTION. 1. Was suffering and death for Christ's sake foretold to be the lot of the apostles and Christians? — "The wicked watcheth the righteous, and seeketh to slay him." Ps. 37 :32. "They break in pieces thy people, O Jehovah, and afflict thy heritage." Ps. 94:5. "Yea and before governors and kings shall ye be brought for my sake, for a testimony to them and to the Gentiles." Matt. 10:18. 2. How should true Christians behave under persecution? — "But I say unto you, Love your ene- mies, and pray for them that persecute you." Matt. 5 :44- "Bless them that persecute you ; bless, and curse not." Rom. 12:14. 3. What is said of those who are persecuted? — "Blessed are they that have been persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye when men shall reproach you, and persecute you, and say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake." Matt. 5:10, II. 4. Why should +hey rejoice? — "Rejoice and be exceeding glad : for great is your reward in heaven : for so persecuted they the prophets who were be- fore you." Matt. 5 :i2. 5. Will the persecutor be punished? — "And whosoever shall cause one of these little ones that believe on me to stumble, it were better for him if a great millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea." Mark 9 42. PERSEVERANCE. 1. Is stedfast continuance in duty enjoined? — "Wherefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not vain in the Lord." I Cor. 15 :58. "Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong." I Cor. 16:13. 2. How does God help his saints to do this? — "Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down : for Jehovah upholdeth him with his hand." Ps. 37 :f4 ; "For Jehovah loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints ; they are preserved for ever. Ps. 37 :28. 3. What effect does obedience to God havi upon his people? — "Yet shall the righteous hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands shall wax stronger and stronger." Job. 17 :g. "But the path of the righteous is as the dawn- ing light, that shineth more and more unto the per- fect day." Prov. 4:18. 4. Can anything keep them from the love of God? — "For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Rom. 8 :38, 39. 5. What do we knozu of the immortality of God's love, wisdom, and faithfulness? — "Faithful is he that calleth you, who will also do it." I Thess. 5:24- 49 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS "Jehovah appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: there- fore with loving-kindness have I drawn thee." Jer. 3i =3- 6. What rezvard have they who endure and are faithful to the end? — "And I give unto them eternal life ; and they shall never perish, and no one shall snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who hath given them unto me, is greater than all ; and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father's hand." John 10:28, 29. "He that endureth to the end, the same shall be saved." Matt. 10:22. POOR, AND OUR DUTY TO THEM. 1. Who distributes the wealth and good things of this world. — "Jehovah maketh poor, and maketh rich : he bringeth low, he also lifteth up." I Sam. 2:7. 2. Have the poor any promise from God?^— "For the needy shall not alway be forgotten, nor the expectation of the poor perish for ever." Ps. 9:18. "Hearken, my beloved brethren; did not God choose them that are poor as to the world to be rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he promised them that love him." Jas. 2 :5. "And the firssoorn of the poor shall feed, and the needy shall lie down in safety." Isa. 14:30. 3. What advantages have they? — "The sleep of a labouring man is sweet, whether he eat little or much : but the fulness of the rich will not suffer him to sleep." Eccl. 5 :i2. "Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich." Prov. 28:6. 4. Are the rich and poor on a level in the sight of Godf — "The rich and the poor meet together : Jehovah is the maker of them all." Prov. 22 :2. "The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, and the dead are raised up, and the poor have good things preached to them." Matt. 11 :5- 5. Is the condition of the poor sometimes pref- erable to that of the rich? — "Better is a little with* righteousness than great revenues with injustice." Prov. 16:8. "And Jesus said unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, It is hard for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of heaven." Matt. 19 :23. 6. What is said of the inconvenience of pov- erty? — "The poor is hated even of his own neigh- bour: but the rich hath many friends." Prov. 14 :20. 7. What is the duty of the rich to the poor? — "Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away." Matt. 5 42. "Oppress not the widow, nor the fatherless, the stranger, nor the poor." Zee. 7:10. "When thou makest a dinner or a supper, call not thy friends, nor thy brethren, nor thy kinsmen, nor rich neighbours; lest haply they also bid thee again, and a recompense be made thee. But when thou makest a feast, bid the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind." Luke 14:12, 13. "And when Jesus heard it, he said unto him, One thing thou lackest yet: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor." Luke 18 :22. 8. What will be the reward of those who thus treat them? — "Blessed is he that considereth the poor: Jehovah will deliver him in the day of evil." Ps. 41 :i. 9. What is the danger of those who despise and neglect them? — "Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry, but shall not be heard." Prov. 21 :i3. "Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his mak- er : and he that is glad at calamity shall not be un- punished." Prov. 17:5. PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING. 1. Are all people exhorted to praise God? — "Let heaven and earth praise him, the seas, and every thing that moveth therein." Ps. 69:34. "Ye that fear Jehovah, praise him ; all ye seed of Jacob, glorify him ; and stand in awe of him, all ye seed of Israel." Ps. 22 :23. "Let everything that hath breath praise Jeho- vah." Ps. 150:6. 2. Hozv ought we to render praise unto God? — "I will give thee thanks with my whole heart." Ps. 138:1. "Sing ye praises with understanding." Ps. 47 :J. "Singing with grace in your hearts unto God." Col. 3:16. 3. How often should praise and thanksgiving be offered? — "Through him then let us offer up a sacrifice of praise continually." Heb. 13 :i5- "Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever." Ps. 145 :2. 4. Hozv may it be expressed? — "So will we sing and praise thy power." Ps. 21 :i3. "Sing praise unto Jehovah, O ye saints of his, and give thanks to his holy memorial name." Ps. 3° : 4- "For it is good to sing praises unto our God." Ps. 147:1. "Sing, O heavens ; and be joyful, O earth ; and break forth into singing, O mountains : for Jehovah hath comforted his people, and will h^ve compassion upon his afflicted." Isa. 49:13. 5. Why should we praise God? — "O give thanks unto Jehovah ; for he is good : for his loving- kindness endureth for ever." Ps. 106:1. "Behold, God is my salvation." Isa. 12:2. "Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all the people: for there is born to you this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord." Luke 2:10, 11. "Thanks be to God, who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." I Cor. 15 :57. "We are bound to give thanks tc God alway for you, brethren." II Thess. 1 13. 50 a ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE "Praise him for his mighty acts : praise him ac- cording to his excellent greatness." Ps. 150:2. 6. Is it right to seek praise of men? — "Take heed that ye do not your righteousness before men, to be seen of them : else ye have no reward with your Father who is in heaven." Matt. 6:1. PRAYER. See Importance of. PREACHING. 1. Is this a divine institution?— ■" And Jesus came to them and spake unto them, saying, All authority hath been given unto me in heaven and on earth. Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all' nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." Matt. 28:18, 19. "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to the whole creation." Mark 16:15. 2. What do many consider it? — "For the word of the cross is to them that perish foolishness ; but unto us that are saved it is the power of God." I Cor. 1 :i8. 3. How should the gospel of Christ be preached? — "Howbeit in the church I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that I might instruct others also, than ten thousand words in tongue." I Cor. 14:19. 4. Ought all sermons to be spiritual in senti- ment and style? — "And my speech and my preach- ing were not in persuasive words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power." I Cor. 2 '.4. "Which things also we speak, not in words which man's wisdom teacheth, but which the Spirit teacheth; combining spiritual things with spiritual words." I Cor. 2:13. 5. What should be the greatest desire of the preacher? — "We are ambassadors therefore on be- half of Christ, as though God were intreating by us : we beseech you on behalf of Christ, be ye re- conciled to God." II Cor. 5 :20. PREDESTINATION. 1. Has God from the beginning decreea or fixed all things? — "In whom also we were made a heritage, having been foreordained according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his will." Eph. 1 :n. 2. Have any particular persons been predes- tinated to advance God's glory and serve his pur- pose in different ways? — "But in very deed for this cause have I made thee to stand, to show thee my power, and that my name may be declared through- out all the earth.' Ex. 9 :i6. "But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a cnosen vessel unto me, to bear my name be- fore the Gentiles and kings, and the children of Israel." Acts 9:15. 3. Does God use the evil intentions of men to carry out his plans? — "Jehovah hath made every- thing for its own end : yea, even the wicked for the day of evil." Prov. 16 -.4. "A man's heart deviseth his way but Jehovah directeth his steps." Prov. 16 :9. "Him, being delivered up by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, ye by the hand of lawless men did crucify and slay." Acts 2 :23. 4. Was the means of our redemption and the propagation of the gospel predestinated? — "The Son of man goeth even as it is written of him." Matt. 26 :24. "They sought therefore to take him : and no man laid his hand on him, because his hour was not yet come." John 7 :3c "When Jesus had thus said, he was troubled in the spirit, and testified, and said, Verily, verily I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me." John. 13:21. "And they shall scourge and kill him: and the third day he shall rise again." Luke 18 133. 5. Have some persons been predestinated to grace and glory? — "Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the king- dom." Luke 12 :32. "And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, even to them that are called according to his purpose. For whom he foreknew, he also foreordained to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren." Rom. 8 :28, 29. "Even as he chose us in him before the founda- tion of the world, that we should be holy and with- out blemish before him in love : having foreordained ' us unto adoption as sons through Jesus Christ unto himself, according to the good pleasure of his will." Eph. 1 -.4, 5. 6. Does predestination doom any one to eternal damnation except as a merited punishment of his unbelief and rejection of Christ? — "He that believeth on the Son hath eternal life ; but he that obeyeth not the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abideth on him." John 3 :36. "Be not deceived : God is not mocked : for what- soever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth unto his own flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption ; but he that soweth unto the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap eternal life." Gal. 6 :f, 8. PRESUMPTION. 1. Are presumptuous sins reproved? — ''Boast not thyself of tomorrow ; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth." Prov. 27:1. "Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me." Ps. 19:13. 2. Are they particularly heinous? — "To him therefore that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin." Jas. 4:17. "But the soul that doeth aught with a high hand, . 40 51 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS whether he be homeborn or a stranger, the same blasphemeth Jehovah." Num. 15 :3c 3. What will be their punishment? — "And the man that doeth presumptuously, in not hearkening unto the priest that standeth to minister there before Jehovah thy God, or unto the Judge, even that man shall die." Deut. 17:12. "For every one that exalteth himself shall be humbled ; and he that humbleth himself shall be ex- alted." Luke 14:11. PRIDE. 1. What is said of pride ? — "Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit bfore a fall." Prov. 16:18. 2. How does Cod look upon it? — "Every one that is of a greedy spirit stirreth up strife." Prov. Prov. 16:5. 3. What is the result of pride? — "When pride cometh, then cometh shame." Prov. 11 :2. "By pride cometh only contention." Prov. 13 :io. 4. What is more preferable than pride? — "Better it is to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the spoil with the proud." Prov. 16:19. 5. Is pride sinful? — "A high look, and a proud heart, even the lamp of the wicked, is sin." Prov. 21 -.4. 6. Of what evil are the proud guilty? — "He that is of a greedy spirit stirreth up strife." Prov. 28 =25. "Scoffing men set a city in a flame." Prov. 29 :8. 7. What will pride do for a man? — "A man's pride will bring him low." Prov. 29 :23. 8. Will it be punished? — "Wherefore the scrip- ture saith, God resisteth the proud." Jas. 4:6. PROCRASTINATION. 1. What, command did God give the Israelites in regard to their offerings? — "Thou shalt not de- lay to offer of the abundance of thy fruits, and of thy liquors." Ex. 22 :2Q. 2. Why should we not defer the performance of duties to a future time? — "Boast not thyself of tomorrow ; for thou knowest what a day may bring forth." Prov. 27 :i. 3. What are they called who do so? — "For the foolish, when they took their lamps, took no oil with them." Matt. 25 -.3. 4. What does Christ tell us to do? — "Watch therefore, for ye know not the day nor the hour." Matt. 25:13. 5. Give an instance of procrastination. — "And as he reasoned of righteousness, and temperance, and the judgment to come, Felix was terrified, and answered, Go thy way for this time; and when I have a convenient season, I will call thee unto me." Acts 24 :2$. 6. What is the danger of delaying to accept Christ? — "The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved." Jer. 8 :2C. "And these shall go away into eternal punish- ment." Matt. 25 :46. PROFANITY. 1. Of what did the lews accuse Paul? — "Who moreover assayed to profane the temple." Acts 24 :6. 2. Was this accusation true? — Neither can they prove to thee the things whereof they now accuse me." Acts 24:13. 3. Has the Sabbath ever been profaned? — "Moreover this they have done unto me : they have defiled my sanctuary in the same day, and have pro- faned my sabbath." Ezek. 23 :38. "Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath day the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and the guiltless ?" Matt. 12 :5. 4. Is profaning God's name forbidden? — "Neither shalt thou profane the name of thy God: I am Jehovah." Lev. 18 :2i. "And ye shall not swear by my name falsely, so that tbou profane the name of thy God: I am Je- hovah." Lev. 19:12. 5. How will it be punished? — "I also will set my face against that man, and will cut him off from among his people ; because he hath given of his seed unto Molech, to defile my sanctuary, and to profane my holy name." Lev. 20:3. PROMISES TO THE CHILDREN. 1. What is the only commandment with prom- ise? — "Honour thy father and thy mother ; that thy days may be long upon the land which Jehovah thy God giveth thee." Ex. 20 :I2. 2. // children obey God's commands what other promise have they? — "Now therefore my sons, hearken unto me : for blessed are they that keep my ways." Prov. 8 :32. "And all thy children shall be taught of Jehovah ; and great shall be the peace of thy children." Isa. 54: 13. 3. What is said of a wise child? — "Better is a poor and wise youth than an old and foolish king, who knoweth not how to receive admonition any more." Eccl. 4:13. 4. How did Christ show his love for the chil- dren? — -"And he took them in his arms, and blessed them, laying his hands upon them." Mark 10:16. 5. What did he say in their behalf? — "Suffer the little children to come unto me ; forbid them not : for to such belongeth the kingdom of God." Mark 10:14. PROMISES TO THE OVERCOMER. 1. What are some of the promises to the over- comer? — "And this is the promise which he prom- ised us, even the life eternal." I John 2:25. "He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the sec- ond death." Rev. 2:11. 52 )%sr- ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE "To him will I give authority over the nations." Rev. 2:26. "He that overcometh shall thus be arrayed in white garments ; and I will in no wise blot his name out of the book of life, and I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels." Rev. 3 15. 2. In order to receive these promises what must be overcome? — "For whatsoever is begotten of God overcometh the world." I John 5 4. "Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good." Rom. 12:21. 3. What is necessary to overcome the world? — "And this is the victory that hath overcome the world, even our faith. And who is he that over- cometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God." I John 5 -.4, 5. 4. Through whom does God give us strength to overcome? — "But thanks be to God, who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." I. Cor. 15 :57. "Nay, in all these things we are more than con- querors through him that loved us." Rom. 8:37. PROPHECIES OF CHRIST. 1. Did Christ fortell his sufferings and manner of his death? — "From that time began Jesus to show unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and the third day be raised up." Matt. 16:21. "And they were in the way, going up to Je- rusalem ; and Jesus was going before them : and they were amazed and they that followed were afraid. And he took again the twelve, and began to tell them the things that were to happen unto him, saying, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of man shall be delivered unto the chief priests and scribes, and they shall condemn him to death, and shall deliver him unto the Gentiles." Mark 10:32, 33. 2. How long did he say he would remain in the grave? — "For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the whale; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth." Matt. 12:40. 3. What did he prophesy in regard to his resur- rection? — "Jesus answered and said unto them, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up. The Jews therefore said, Forty and six years was this temple in building, and wilt thou raise it up in three days? But he spake of the temple of his body." John 2:19-21. 4. Did Christ know who would betray him? — "And as they were eating, he said, Verily I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me. And they were exceeding sorrowful, and began to say unto him every one, Is it I, Lord ? And he answered and said, He that dipped his hand with me in this dish, the same shall betray me. The Son of man goeth, even as it is written of him : but woe unto that man through whom the Son of man is betrayed! goed were it for that man if he had not been born. And Judas, who betrayed him, answered and said, Is it I, Rabbi? He saith unto him Thou hast said." Matt. 26 :2i-25. 5. What did he say Peter and the other disci- ples would do? — "And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, until thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me." Luke 22 :34. "Behold, the hour cometh, yea, is come, that ye shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone: and yet I an not alone, because the Father is with me." John 16:32. 6. What did he foretell concerning his ascen- sion? — "What then if ye should behold the Son of man ascending where he was before ?" John 6 :62. "Jesus saith to her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended unto the Father : but go unto my brethren, and say to them, I ascend unto my Father and your Father, and my God and your God." John 20:17. 7. ' What did he say of the persecutions to which the disciples would be subjected? — "Then shall they deliver you up unto tribulation, and shall kill you : and ye shall be hated of all the nations for my name's sake." Matt. 24:9. 8. Of the sufferings and death of Peter 1 — "Ver- ily, verily, I say unto thee, When thou wast young, thou girdest thyself, and walkedst whither thou wouldst : but when thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldest not. Now this he spake, signifying by what manner of death he should glorify God." John 21 :i8, 19. 9. Did he tell of the destruction of Jerusalem? — "And as he went forth out of the temple, one of his disciples saith unto him, Master, behold, what manner of stones and what manner of buildings ! And Jesus said unto him, Seest thou these great buildings ? there shall not be left here one stone up- on another, which shall not be thrown down." Mark 13:1, 2. 10. How extensive did Christ say the gospel would be preached? — '"And this gospel of the king- dom shall be preached in the whole world for a tes- timony unto all the nations ; and then shall the end come/' Matt. 24:14. PROPHECIES RELATING TO CHRIST. 1. Was the coming of Christ foretold? — "Je- hovah thy God will raise up unto thee a prophet from the midst of thee, of thy brethren, like unto me; unto him ye shall hearken." Deut. 18:15. "Yea and all the prophets from Samuel and them that followed after, as many as have spoken, they also told of these days." Acts 3 :24. 2. Of zvhom was it said he would be bom? — "Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign ; behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." Isa. 7 :i4. 3. Where was he to be born? — •"But thou Beth- lehem Ephrathah, which art little to be among the thousands of Judah, out of thee shall one come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel ; whose goings 53 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS forth are from of old, from everlasting." Mic. 5 :2. 4. Was this prophecy ever fulfilled? — "Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king." Matt. 2:1. 5. What was said of the messenger who should go before him? — "The voice of one that crieth, Pre- pare ye in the wilderness the way of Jehovah, make straight in the desert a high way for our God." Isa. 40 13. 6. Was the preaching of John a fulfilment of this prediction? — -"He said, I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness, make straight the way of the Lord, as said Isaiah the prophet." John 1 :23. 7. By what sign was Christ's birth to be made known? — "There shall come forth a star out of Jacob." Num. 24:17. 8. Who saw this star? — "Behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we saw his star in the east, and are come to worship him." Matt. 2:1, 2. 9. Was a massacre of little children predicted at that time? — "A voice is heard in Ramah, lamenta- tion, and bitter weeping, Rachel weeping for her children ; she refuseth to be comforted for her chil- dren, because they are not." Jer. 31 115. 10. How was it verified? — "Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men was ex- ceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the male children that were born in Bethlehem, and in all the borders thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had carefully learned of the wise men. Then was fulfilled that which was spoken through Jeremiah the prophet, saying, A voice was heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children; and she would not be comforted, because they are not." Matt. 2 :i6, 18. 11. How was it said he would be regarded by his own people? — "He was despised, and rejected of men ; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief : and as one from whom men hide their face he was despised, and we esteemed him not." Isa. 53 :3. 12. Did this prove true? — "He came unto his own, and they that were his own received him not." John 1:1 1. 13. By whom was it prophesied he should be betrayed? — "Yea, mine own familiar friend, in whom I "trusted, who did eat of my bread, hath lifted up his heel against me." Ps. 41 :g. 14. Was the prophecy fulfilled? — "Brethren it was needful that the scripture should be fulfilled, which the Holy Spirit spake before by mouth of David concerning Judas, who was guide to them that took Jesus." Acts 1 :i6. 15. Where was Christ's grave to be made? — "And they made his grave with the wicked, and with a rich man in his death." Isa. 53 :cj. 16. Was his resurrection foretold? — "After two days he will revive us : on the third day he will raise us up, and we shall live before him." Hos. 6:2. 17. Has this prediction been fulfilled? — "He is not here; for he is risen, even as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay." Matt. 28 :6. PROSTITUTION. See Adultery. PROVIDENCE. 1. What shows the providence of God? — "Thou visitest the earth and waterest it, thou great- ly enrichest it ; the river of God is full of water : thou providest them grain, when thou hast so pre- pared the earth." Ps. 65 :g. , "John answered and said, A man can recc've nothing, except it have been given him from heav- en." John 3 -.27. 2. Is it universal? — "Whatsoever Jehovah pleased, that hath he done, in heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deeps." Ps. 135 :6. "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? and not one of them shall fall on the ground without your Father: but the very hairs of your head are all numbered." Matt. 10:29, 30. 3. Is God's providence unerringly wise? — "O Jehovah, how manifold are thy works ! in wisdom hast thou made them all." Ps. 104:24. "This also cometh forth from Jehovah of hosts, who is wonderful in counsel, and excellent in wis- dom." Isa. 28:29. 9. What is said of the perfect holiness and jus- tice of it? — -"Jehovah is righteous in all his ways, and gracious in all his works." Ps. 145 :i7. "Clouds and darkness are around about him : righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne." Ps. 97:2. 5. Hoiv is the providence of God executed? — "Behold, he seizeth the prey, who can hinder him? who will say unto him, What doest thou?" Job 9:12. "And all the inhabitants of the earth are re- puted as nothing: and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, and among the inhabi- tants of the earth : and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, "What doest thou?" Dan. 4:35. PRUDENCE. 1. What is said of the prudent? — "Every pru- dent man worketh with knowledge." Prov. 13 :i6. 2. Is practical wisdom recommended? — "The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way." Prov. 14:8. "He that regardeth reproof getteth prudence." Prov. 15 :5. "But let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath." Jas. 1 :i9. 3. What charge did Christ give his disciples when he sent them out to preach? — '"Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves : be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves." Matt. 10:16. 4. How may we exercise prudence? — "Who is 54 4l ON SUBJECTS PRETAINING TO HUMAN LIFE wise and understanding among you? let him show by his good life his works in meekness of wisdom." Jas. 3:13. 5. What effect does it have on man?- — "The discretion of a man maketh him slow to anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression." Prov. 19:11. PUNISHMENT FOR SIN. 1. What is the penalty for sin? — "For the wages of sin is death." Rom. 6 123. 2. Are the wicked punished in this life? — "There is no peace, saith my God, to the wicked." Isa. 57:21. "The wicked flee when no man pursueth." Prov. 28:1. 3. Hozv were murderers punished under the Mosaic law? — "Whoso sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be shed." Gen. 9:$. 4. What penalty was inflicted for idolatry? — "And thou shalt stone him with stones, that he die ; because he hath sought to draw thee away from Jehovah thy God." Deut. 13:10. 5. What determines the manner of punishment? "According to their deeds, accordingly he will re- pay, wrath to his adversaries, recompense to his enemies ; to the islands he will repay recompence." Isa. 59:18. 6. How will those who reject Christ be pun- ished? — "He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck shall suddenly be broken, and that without remedy." Prov. 29:1. 7. What will be the eternal punishment of all the wicked? — "Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into the eternal fire which is prepared for the devil and his angels." Matt. 25 41. "The chaff he will burn up with unquenchable fire." Matt. 3:12. PURITY. 1. Does God require us to have pure hearts? — "Cleanse your hands, ye sinners ; and purify your hearts, ye double-minded." Jas. 4:8. "But the end of the charge is love out of a pure heart and a good conscience and faith un- feigned." I Tim. 1 :5. 2. How may we become pure? — '"Seeing ye have purified your souls in your obedience to the truth unto unfeigned love of the brethren, love one another from the heart fervently." I Pet. 1 :22. "But flee youthful lusts, and follow after right- eousness, faith, love, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart." II. Tim. 2 :22. 3. What is said of the commandments of God? '"'The commandment of Jehovah is pure, enlighten- ing the eyes." Ps. 19:8. 4. Why should we love the word of God? — "Thy word is very pure ; therefore thy servant lov- eth it." Ps. 1 19 40. 5. Will God purify the hearts of those who really desire it? — "Though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow ; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool." Isa. I :i8. 6. What is the promise to the pure in heart? — "Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God." Matt. 5:8. RAPE. 1. What was the law in regard to rape? — "But if the man find the damsel that is bethrothed in the field, and the man force her, and lie with her ; then the man only that lay with her shall die : but unto the damsel thou shalt do nothing; there is in the damsel no sin worthy of death : for as when a man riseth against his neighbour, and slayeth him, even so is this matter : for he found her in the field ; the bethrothed damsel cried, and there was none to save her." Deut. 22 125, 27. 2. Did captives ever suffer on account of this sin? — "For I will gather all nations against Jerusa- lem to battle; and the city shall be taken, and the houses rifled, and the women ravished: and half of the city shall go forth into captivity." Zee. 14 :2. 3. Give an instance of this sin? — "And Jona- dab, the son of Shimeah David's brother, answered and said, Let not my lord suppose that they have killed all the young men the king's sons ; for Am- non only is dead: for by the appointment of Absa- lom this hath been determined from the day that he forced his sister Tamar." II Sam. 13 :32. RECONCILED TO GOD. 1. Is it possible to please God while in a sinful condition? — "And they that are in the flesh cannot please God." Rom. 8 :8. 2. Why not? — "Because the mind of the flesh is enmity against God." Rom. 8 .7. 3. What is the reward of the carnally minded? — '"For the mind of the flesh is death." Rom. 8 :6. 4. How was reconciliation made in the old dis- pensation? — "And one lamb of the flock, out of two hundred, from the well watered pastures of Israel ; for a meal offering, and for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them, saith the Lord Jehovah." Ezek. 45 :i5. 5. What is necessary now that we may be re- conciled to God? — '"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." I John 1:9. "Repent ye; for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." Matt. 4:17. 6. Through zvhom are we reconciled? — "Being therefore justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." Rom. 5:1. "For if, while we were enemies, we were recon- ciled to God through the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, shall we be saved by his life." Rom. 5:10. 40a 55 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS REGENERATION. i. By zvhat agency is a change of heart and life effected? — -"Not by works done in righteousness, which we did oureselves, but according to his mercy he saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit." Tit. 3 -.5. 2. Is this change necessary to salvation? — "Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born anew, he cannot see the_ kingdom of God." John 3 13. 3. WhaFmust we do in order to accomplish itf — "And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus, and thou shalt be saved, thou and thy house." Acts 16 : 3!- 4. Is it permanent and abiding? — "Being con- fident of this very thing, that he who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Jesus Christ." Phil. 1 :6. 5. What are the evidences of a change of heart? — "We know that we have passed out of death into life, because we love the brethren." I John 3 =14. "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness," goodness, faithfulness, meekness, temperance : against such there is no law." Gal. 5 \22, 23. RELIGION. 1. What does Paul say of the religion of the lews? — "Having knowledge of me from the first, if they be willing to testify, how that after the strait- est sect of our religion I lived a Pharisee." Acts 26:5. "For ye have heard of my manner of life in time past in the Jews' religion, how that beyond measure I persecuted the church of God, and made havoc of it : and I advanced in the Jews' religion beyond many of mine own age among my countrymen, be- ing more exceedingly jealous for the traditions of my fathers." Gal. 1 :I3, 14. 2. When is religion vain? — "If a man thinketh himself to be religious, while he bridleth not his tongue but deceiveth his heart, this man's religion is vain." Jas. 1 :26. 3. What is genuine and practical godliness called? — "Pure religion and undefiled before our God and Father is this, to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself un- spotted from the world." Jas. 1 :2j. 4. Who is acceptable to God? — "And Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons : but in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteous- ness, is acceptable to him." Acts 10:34, 35. 5. Hozv should the truly religious live? — "But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit, keep your- selves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life." Jude 20, 21. 6. Give instances of some conspicuously relig- ious persons. — '"And when Abraham was ninety years old and nine, Jehovah appeared to Abraham, and said unto him, I am God Almighty ; walk before me, and be thou perfect." Gen. 17:1. "And Jacob awaked out of his sleep, and he said, Surely Jehovah is in this place ; and I knew it not." Gen. 28:16. "And all Israel from Dan even to Beer-sheba knew that Samuel was established to be a prophet of Jehovah." I Sam. 3 :20. "For thy servant David's sake turn not away the face of thine anointed." Ps. 132:10. "That disciple therefore whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord." John 21 :y. "He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of John, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved be- cause he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things ; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep." John 21 :iy. "Having been reminded of the unfeigned faith that is in thee ; which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice ; and. I am persuaded, in thee also." II Tim. 1 :5. REMORSE. 1. How did David show his sorrow for his great sin? — "Have mercy upon me, O God, accord- ing to thy loving kindness : according to the multi- tude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgress- ions. Wash me thoroughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my transgressions : and my sin is ever before me. Ps. 51:1-3. 2. From what does the feeling of remorse come? — "Because if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things." I John 3 :2o. 3. How will God look upon the remorse of the zvicked in the last day? — "But ye have set at nought all my counsel, and would none of my reproof: I also will laugh in the day of your calamity; I will mock when- your fear cometh ; when your fear com- eth as a storm, and your calamity cometh on as a whirlwind ; when distress and anguish come upon you. Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer ; they shall seek me diligently, but they shall not find me." Prov. 1 :25-28. 4. How will their anguish be expressed? — "There shall be the weeping and gnashing of teeth, when ye shall see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, and all the prophets, in the kingdom of God, and yourselves cast forth without." Luke 13 :28. REPENTANCE. I. Why is repentance necessary? — "I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all in like manner perish." Luke 13 :3. "Repent ye therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, that so there may come sea- sons of refreshing from the presence of the Lord." Acts 3:19. 56 )2$f ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE 2. When genuine does it include just views of the evils of sin? — "Against thee, thee only, have I sinned, and done that which is evil in thy sight." Ps. Si 4. 3. Who are called to repentance? — "I am not come to call the righteous but sinners to repent- ance." Luke 5 132. 4. How may zve repent? — "Cast away from you all your transgressions, wherein ye have trans- gressed." Ezek. 18:31. "Let the wicked forsake his way, and the un- righteous man his thoughts." Isa. 55 :?. 5. What is promised to those who confess their sins? — "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us- our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." I John 1 :g. 6. What is the danger of delaying it? — "Be- hold, now is the acceptable time ; behold, now is the day of salvation." II Cor. 6 :2. "And it shall be, that every soul, that shall not hearken to that prophet, shall be utterly destroyed from among the people." Acts 3 123. 7. Is pardon always obtained if our repentance is genuine? — "Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the re- mission of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy spirit." Acts 2 :38. "But if the wicked turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die." Ezek. 18:21. 8. How do God and the angels regard repent- ance? — "I say unto you, that even so there shall be joy in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine righteous persons, who need no repentance." Luke 15 \"j. REPROOF. 1. Should Christians rebuke sin? — "And we exhort you, brethren, admonish the disorderly, en- courage the faint-hearted, support the weak, be long- suffering toward all." I Thess. 5:14. "Them that sin reprove in the sight of all, that the rest also may be in fear." I Tim. 5 :2o. 2. How ought reproof to be given? — "And yet count him not as an enemy, but admonish him as a brother." II Thess. 3:15. "But speaking truth in love, may grow up in all things into him, who is the head, even Christ." Eph. 4:15. 3. How should it be received? — "Whoso loveth correction loveth knowledge." Prov. 12:1. "He that regardeth reproof shall be honoured." Prov. 13 :i8. "He is in the way of life that heedeth cor- rection." Prov. 10:17. 4. How do the wicked regard reproof? — "A fool despiseth his father's correction." Prov. 15 :5- "Reprove not a scoffer, lest he hate thee." Prov. 9:8. "He that forsaketh reproof erreth." Prov. 10 :i7- 5. What effect will it have on the wise? — "Reprove a wise man, and he will love thee." Prov. 9:8. "When the wise is instructed he receiveth knowl- edge." Prov. 21 :n. RESIGNATION. 1. Is it our duty to be submissive and content with the will of God under trials? — "Be subject therefore unto God ; but resist the devil, and he will flee from you." Jas. 4:7. "Furthermore, we had the fathers of our flesh to chasten us, and we gave them reverence : shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the Father of spirits, and live?" Heb. 12:9. 2. Can trouble or sorrow befall us without the knowledge of God? — "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? and not one of them shall fall on the ground without your Father : but the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore; ye are of more value than many sparrows." Matt. 10:29-31. 3. Are all our trials merited .by us? — " I will bear the indignation of Jehovah, because I have sinned aginst him : until he plead my cause, and ex- ecute judgment for me." Mic. 7 :g. 4. Are they not much less than we deserve? — "Since the days of our fathers we have been ex- ceeding guilty unto this day.' Ezra 9 :y. "He hath not dealt with us after our sins, nor rewarded us after our iniquities." Ps. 103 :io. 5. How did Christ teach us to pray under all circumstances? — -"Thy will be done, as in heaven, so on earth." Matt. 6 :io. 6. Give examples of resignation to the Divine will? — '"Again a second time he went away, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cannot pass away, except I drink it, thy will be done." Matt. 26:42. "For I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therein to be content." Phil. 4:11. RESPONSIBILITY. 1. Are we held responsible according to our privileges? — "If I had not come and spoken unto them, they had not had sin : but now they have no excuse for their sin." John 15 :22. "If I had not done among them the works which none other did they had not had sin : but now have they both seen and hated both me and my Father." John 15:24. 2. "What will be done with those who neglect their privileges? — "And cast ye out the unprofitable servant into the outer darkness : there shall be weep- ing and gnashing of teeth." Matt. 25 :30. .3 Why was the zvidow's mite more acceptable to God than the gifts of the rich? — "And he looked up, and saw the rich men that were casting their gifts into the treasury. And he saw a certain poor widow casting, in thither two mites. And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, This poor widow cast in more than they all : for all of these did of their 57 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS superfluity cast in unto the gifts : but she of her want did cast in all the living- that she had." Luke 21 :l-4 4. Does God hold those who sin ignorantly ac- countable? — "The times of ignorance therefore God overlooked ; but now he commandeth men that they should all everywhere repent." Acts 17:30. RESURRECTION. 1. What did Job say of his hope of the resur- rection? — "But as for me I know that my redeemer liveth, and at last he shall stand up upon the earth." Job 19 :2s. 2. What was David's prophecy concerning it? — "For thou wilt not leave my soul to Sheol ; neither wilt thou suffer thy holy one to see corruption." Ps. 16:10. 3. Did Christ preach the resurrection? — "Mar- vel not at this : for the hour cometh, in which all that are in the tombs shall hear his voice, and shall come forth : they that have done good, unto the res- urrection of life ; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of judgment." John 5 :2 8, 29. 4. What did he say in regard to his own? — "Jesus answered and said unto them, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up." John 2:19. 5. What is said of the first resurrection? — "The rest of the dead lived not until the thousand years should be finished. This is the first resurrection." Rev. 20:5. 6. Of those who have part in it? — -"Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: over these the second death hath no power ; but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years." Rev. 20 :6. RETALIATION. 1. What was the Mosaic law respecting retalia- tion? — "But if any mischief follow, then thou shalt give life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe." Ex. 21 ."23-25. 2. Is it threatened to the unmercifid? — "Judge not, that ye be not judged. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged : and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured unto you." Matt. 7% 2 - 3. Who will revenge our wrongs? — "Vengeance belongeth unto me ; I will recompense, saith the Lord." Rom. 12 :i9. 4. What did Christ say of retaliation? — "Re- sist not him that is evil : but whosoever, smiteth thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also." Matt. 5 :39. 5. What ought we to do for our enemies? — "Love your enemies, and pray for them that perse- cute you." Matt. 5 144. 6. How are they recompensed who oppress the poor? — "In the pride of the wicked the poor is hotly pursued ; let them be taken in the devices that they have devised." Ps. 10:2. REVERENCE FOR THE HOUSE OF GOD. 1. How are we commanded to treat the house of Gog?/— "Ye shall keep my sabbaths, and rever- ence my sanctuary : I am Jehovah." Lev. 26 :2. 2. Hozv did Christ show his reverence for the temple? — "And they come to Jerusalem: and he entered into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold and them that bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the money-changers, and the seats of them that sold the doves ; and he would not suffer that any man should carry a vessel through the temple. And he taught, and said unto them, Is it not written, My house shall be called a house of prayer for all the nations? but ye have made it a den of robbers." Mark 11 :iS-i7. 3. How should we act when in church? — "Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God; for to draw nigh to hear is better than to give the sacrifice of fools." Eccl. 5:1. 4. How are we required to serve God? — "Let us have grace, whereby we may offer service well- pleasing to God with reverence and awe." Heb. 12:28. 5. What does David call the house of God? — "In thy fear will I worship to-ward thy holy tem- ple." Ps. 5 7. REWARD. 1. What reward have obedient children? — "Honour thy father and thy mother : that thy days may be long upon the land which Jehovah thy God, giveth thee." Ex. 20:12. 2. Have those who obey God's commands a reward promised while on earth? — "Wherefore ye shall do my statutes, and keep my judgments and do them ; and ye shall dwell in the land in safety. And the land shall yield her fruit, and ye shall eat your fill, and dwell therein in safety." Lev. 25 :i8, 19. 3. What will be done for those who are kind to the poor? — "When thou reapest thy harvest in thy field, and hast forgot a sheaf in the field, thou shalt not go again to fetch it: it shall be for the stranger, for the fatherless, and for the widow : that Jehovah thy God may bless thee in all the work of thy hands." Deut. 24:19. 4. What is said of the righteous? — "Say ye of the righteous, that it shall be well with him, for they shall eat the fruit of their doings." Isa. 3 :io. "But glory and honour and peace to every mail! that worketh good." Rom. 2:10. 5. How are all rewarded? — "Each shall receive his own reward according to his own labour." I Cor. 3:8. 6. What will be the iinal reward of the faithful? — "Wherefore, brethren, give the more diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never stumble : for thus shall be richly supplied unto you the entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ." II Pet. 1:11. 68 jCF ON SUBJECTS PER TAIN ING TO HUMAN LIFE. RICHES. 1. What is aid of the vanity and uncertainty of richest — '"There is an evil which I have seen un- der the sun, and it is heavy upon men: a man to whom God giveth riches, wealth, and honour, so that he lacketh nothing for his soul of all that he desireth, yet God giveth him not power to eat there- of, but a stranger eateth it ; this is vanity, and it is an evil disease." Eccl. 6:1. 2. To what dangers are the wealthy exposed? — "The rich man's wealth is his strong city, and as a high wall in his own imagination.' Prov. 18:11. "And he that was sown among the thorns, this is he that heareth the word; and the care of the world, and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the word, and he becometh unfruitful." Matt. 13 :22. 3. Are riches a mark of divine favour? — "That ye may be sons of your Father who is in heaven : for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sendeth rain on the just and the unjust." Matt. 5 145. "And the rich he hath sent away empty." Luke 1 : 53- 4. What will be the fate of those who acquire wealth dishonestly? — "The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vapour driven to and fro; they that seek them seek death." Prov. 21 :6. 5. How only should it be gained? — "He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread." Prov. 28 :i9. "Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings." Prov. 22 129. 6. If used well does it often prove a blessing? — "Wealth addeth many friends." Prov. 19 4. "For wisdom is a defence, even as money is a defence." Eccl. 7:12. 7. What is the duty of the rich? — "If riches increase, set not your heart thereon." Ps. 62 :io. "Charge them that are rich in this present world, that they be not highminded, nor have their hope set on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy." I Tim. 6:17. 8. What are true riches? — "Sell that ye have, and give alms : make for yourselves purses which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief draweth near, neither moth de- stroyeth." Luke 12:33. RIGHTEOUSNESS. 1. What does David say of the righteousness of God? — "His work is honour and majesty: and his righteousness endureth forever." Ps. 111:3. "Thy righteousness is an everlasting righteous- ness, and thy law is truth." Ps. 119:142. 2. How is righteousness manifested? — "Even the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ unto all them that believe; for there is no distinction.". Rom. 3 :22. 3. Does the righteousness of the saints consist in Chrisfs righteousness imputed to them? — "Him who knew no sin he made to be sin on our behalf; that we might become the righteousness of God in him." II Cor. 5 :2i. 4. What principles were implanted in them? — "And that ye be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and put on the new man, who after God hath been created in righteousness and holiness of truth." Eph. 4:23, 24. 5. How was righteousness exemplified in their lives? — "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God before pre- pared that we should walk in them." Eph. 2:10. "Who gave himself for us, that he might re- deem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a people for his own possession, zealous of good works." Tit. 2:14. 6. What is the fruit of righteousness? — "The fruit of righteousness is a tree of life." Prov. 1 1 130. "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, meekness, temperance." Gal. 5 :22. RULER& 1. What did God say should be the character and qualifications of riders? — "Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of EgyptT" Gen. 41 :33. "Take your wise men, and understanding, and known, according to your tribes, and I will make them heads over you." Deut. 1 :i3. 2. How should they serve God? — "Be instruct- ed, ye judges of the earth. Serve Jehovah with fear, and rejoice with trembling." Ps. 2:11. 3. Who directs the rulers in all things? — "The king's heart is in the hand of Jehovah as the water- courses : he turneth it whithersoever he will." Prov. 21 :i. 4. What are some of their duties? — "Judge the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and destitute. Rescue the poor and needy ; deliver them out of the hand of the wicked." Ps. 82 :3, 4. "Ye shall have one manner of law, as well for the stranger, as for the homeborn : for I am Jehovah your God." Lev. 24:22. 5. How does God look upon the wicked and unjust rulers? — "He that justineth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah." Prov. 17:15. 6. What will be their fate? — "And thou, O deadly wounded wicked one, the prince of Israel, whose day is come, in the time of the iniquity of the end ; thus saith the Lord Jehovah : Remove the mitre, and take off the crown : this shall be no more the same: exalt that which is low, and abase that which is high." Ezek. 21 :25, 26. SABBATH. 1. Why did God bless the seventh day of the week? — "And on the seventh day God finished his work which he had made ; and he rested on the sev- enth day from all his work which he had made. And God blessed the seventh day, and hallowed it : 59 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS because that in it he rested from all his work which God had created and made." Gen. 2 :2, 3. 2. What charge did he give in regard to how it must be observed? — "Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work : but the seventh day is a sabbath unto Jehovah thy God : in it thou shalt not do any work." Ex. 20:8-10. 3. Hozv then should it be spent? — "And the people of the land shall worship at the door of that gate before Jehovah in the sabbaths." Ezek. 46:3. "And the next sabbath almost the whole city was gathered together to hear the word of God." Acts 13:44. "And when the sabbath was come, he began to teach in the synagogue." Mark 6:2. 4., Are the breakers of the sabbath punished? — "Six days shall work be done, but on the seventh day there shall be to you a holy day, a sabbath of solemn rest to Jehovah : whosoever doeth any work therein shall be put to death." Ex. 35 :2. 5. What was done to the man who was found gathering sticks on the sabbath day? — '"And Jeho- vah said unto Moses, The man shall surely be put to death: all the congregation shall stone him with stones without the camp." Num. 15 :35. 6. Why is the first day of the week kept sacred now instead of the seventh? — "'Now late on the sab- bath day, as it began to dawn toward the first day ©f the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye : for I know that ye seek Jesus, who hath been crucified. He is not here; for he is risen, even as he said. Come see the place where the Lord lay." Matt. 28 :i, 5, 6. 7. Did Christ honor this day by appearing to his disciples? — "When therefore it was evening, on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you." John 20:19. 8. For what purpose did the disciples meet on the first day of the week, and what did Paul do? — "And upon the first day of the week, when we were gathered together to break bread, Paul discoursed with them, intending to depart on the morrow ; and prolonged his speech until midnight." Acts 20:7. 9. In the directions which he gave to the church at Corinth did he allude to their religious assemblies on this day? — '"Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I gave order to the churches of Gala- tia, as also do ye. Upon the first day of the week let each one of you lay by him in store, as he may prosper, that no collections be made when I come." I Cor. 16:1, 2. SALVATION. 1. From whom does salvation come? — "But I will sacrifice unto thee with the voice of thanksgiv- ing; I will pay that which I have vowed. Salva- tion is of Jehovah." Jon. 2 :g. 2. Through whom is this deliverance from sin given? — "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life. For God sent not the Son into the world to judge the world ; but that the world should" be saved through him." John 3:16, 17. 3. What are the conditions of salvation? — "Re- pent ye; for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." Matt. 3:2. "Except ye turn, and become as little children, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heav- en." Matt. 18:3. 4. Does salvation depend on our works? — "Yet knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but through faith in Jesus Christ, even we believed on Christ Jesus, that we might be justified by faith in Christ, and not by the works of the law : because by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified." Gal. 2:16. 5. What promise have they who accept Christ as offered in the gospel? — "And this is the promise which he promised us, even the life eternal." I John 2:25 SANCTIFICATION. 1. What is aid of the conformity of the heart and life to the will of God? — "And the God of peace himself sanctify you wholly ; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved entire, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ." I Thess. 5 :23- 2. What does sanctification include? — "Who his own self bare our sins in his body upon the tree, that we, having died unto sins, might live unto righteousness." I Pet. 2 :24. 3. Is it a divine work? — "According to the fore- knowledge of God, the Father, in sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ." I Pet. 1 :2. 4. Is it also progressive and eternal? — "But the path of the righteous is as the dawning light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day." Prov. 4:18. "And that ye be renewed in the spirit of your mind." Eph. 4 :2^. 5. Are the effects of this work visible? — "Who when he was come, and had seen the grace of God, was glad ; and he exhorted them all, that with pur- pose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord." Acts 1 1 :23. 6. Will it ever be left unfinished? — "Being con- fident of this very thing, that he who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Jesus Christ." Phil. 1:6. 7. Is sanctification necessary to peace and eter- nal life? — "But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto sanctification, and the end eternal life." Rom. 6 :22. "Follow after peace with all men, and the sancti- fication without which no man shall see the Lord." Heb. 12:14. 8. What are the evidences of sanctification? — 60 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE. "And being made free from sin, ye became servants of righteousness." Rom. 6:18. "Yea verily, and I count all things to be loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but refuse, that I may gain Christ." Phil. 3 :8. "But I am in a straight betwixt the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ; for it is very far better." Phil. 1 123. SATAN. 1. For zuhat . does Satan earnestly labor? — "Your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walk- eth about, seeking whom he may devour." I Pet. 5:8. 2. How may he be conquered? — "Finally be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil." Eph. 6:10, 11. 3. What effect do his suggestions have on men? — " Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thy heart to lie to the Holy Spirit." Acts 5 13. "And during supper, the devil having already put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon's son, to betray him." John 13 :2. 4. Are they always contrary to the word of God, to faith, and to charity? — "He that doeth sin is of the devil ; for the devil sinneth from the be- ginning. To this end was the Son of God mani- fested, that he might destroy the works of the devil." I John 3 :8. 5. Is Satan sometimes permitted to afflict men and disappoint their desires? — "And Jehovah said unto Satan, Behold, he is in thy hand ; only spare his life." Job 2 :6. "Because we would fain have come unto you, even I Paul, once and again; and Satan hindered us." I Thess. 2:18. "Behold, the devil is about to cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried." Rev. 2:10. 6. Had he power to work miracles? — "For they are spirits of demons working signs ; that go forth unto the kings of the whole world, to gather them together unto the war of the great day of God, the Almighty." Rev. 16:14. 7. Was he ever in heaven, if so why cast out? — "And the great dragon was cast down, the old serpent, he that is called the Devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world; he was cast down to the earth, and his angels were cast down with him." Rev. 12 :g. "For if God spared not angels when they sinned, but cast them down to hell, and committed them to pits of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment." II Pet. 2 :4. 8. What is said of the binding of Satan? — "And he laid hold on the dragon, the old serpent, that is the Devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years, and cast him into the abyss, and shut it, and sealed it over him, that he should deceive the nations no more, until the thousand years should be finished." Rev. 20 :2, 3. 9. At the end of the thousand years what will be done to him? — "And when the thousand years are finished, Satan shall be loosed out of his prison, and shall come forth to deceive the nations which are in the four corners of the earth, Gog and Magog, to gather them together to the war: the number of whom is as the sand of the sea." Rev. 20 7, 8. 10. What other names are given him? — -"They have over them as king the angel of the abyss : his name in Hebrew is Abaddon, and in the Greek tongue he hath the name Apollyon." Rev. 9 :ii. "Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil." Matt. 4:1. "This man doth not cast out demons, but by Beelzebub the prince of the demons." Matt. 12 :24. "And the enemy that sowed them is the devil." Matt. 13:39. "He was a murderer from the beginning." Tohn 8:44; • "And there was seen another sign in heaven; and behold, a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and upon his heads seven diadems." Rev. 20:3. 11. Do devils believe in God? — "Thou believest that God is one : thou doest well : the demons also believe, and shudder." Jas. 2:19. 12. Will they be judge at the general judg- ment? — "And behold, they cried out, saying, What have we to do with thee, thou Son of God? art thou come hither to torment us before the time?" Matt. 8:29. "And angels that kept not their own principal- ity, but left their proper habitation, he hath kept in everlasting bonds under darkness unto the judg- ment of the great day." Jude 6. SEARCHING THE SCRIPTURES 1. How are they regarded who search the scrip- tures? — "Now these were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, examining the scriptures daily, whether these things were so." Acts 17:11. 2. What command did Christ give to the people in regard to the Scriptures? — "Ye search the scrip- tures, because ye think that in them ye have eternal life ; and these are they which bear witness of me." John 5 :39. 3. What can the scriptures do for us? — "And that from a babe thou hast known the sacred writ- ings which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus." II Tim. 3:i5- 4. What is necessary to true living? — "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God." Matt. 4:4. SEDUCTION. 1. What command has God given concerning seduction? — "And if a man entice a virgin that is 61 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS not bethrothed, and lie with her, he shall surely pay a dowry for her to be his wife. If her father utterly refuse to give her unto him, he shall pay money according to the dowry of virgins." Ex. 22:16, 17. 2. What will be the fate of the seducer? — "Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit." Prov. 28:10. 3. What does Christ say of those zvho are led astray? — "Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites ! for ye compass sea and land to make one proselyte; and when he is become so, ye make him two-fold more a son of hell than yourselves." Matt. 23:15. 4. What warning does he give? — "And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man lead you astray." Matt. 24:4. 5. What prophecy did he titter in regard to seducers? — "And many false prophets shall arise, and shall lead many astray." Matt. 24:11. SELF-CONDEMNATION. 1. How did David condemn his own sins? — "And David spake unto Jehovah when he saw the angel that smote the people, and said, Lo, I have sinned, and I have done perversely : but these sheep what have they done? let thy hand, I pray thee, be against me, and against my father's house." II Sam. 24:17. 2. What does Job say of himself? — "Though I be righteous, mine own mouth shall condemn me : though I be perfect it shall prove me perverse." Job 9:20. 3. Hozv did the scribes and Pharisees condemn themselves? — "Woe unto you scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites ! for ye build the sepulchres of the proph- ets, and garnish the tombs of the righteous, and say, If we had been in the days of our fathers, we should not have been partakers with them in the blood of the prophets. Wherefore ye witness, to yourselves, that ye are sons of them that slew the prophets." Matt. 23 :29-3i. 4. In judging others what do we do for our- selves? — "Wherefore thou art without excuse, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest dost practise the same things." Rom. 2:1. SELF-CONFIDENCE. 1. What admonition does Paul give concerning self-confidence? — "Be not wise in your own con- ceits." Rom. 12:16. 2. -Are we forbidden to entirely trust in our- selves? — "Yea, we are ourselves have had the sen- tence of death within ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God who raiseth the dead." II Cor. 1 :g. 3. What charge does Paul give the rich? — "Charge them that are rich in this present world, that they be not highminded, nor have their hope set on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy." I Tim. 6:17. 4. What is said of those who trust in them- selves? — "He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool." Prov. 28:26. 5. What will be their fate? — "There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereoi are the ways of death." Prov. 16:25. SELF-CONTROL. 1. How did Saul show his self-control when mistreated? — "But certain base men said, How shall this man save us? And they despised him, and brought him no present. But he held his peace." I Sam. 10:27. 2. How did Christ set us an example of self- control? — "And when he was accused by the chief priests and elders, he answered nothing. Then saith Pilate unto him, Hearest thou not how many things they witness against thee? And he gave him no answer, not even to one word." Matt. 27:12-14. 3. What directions have been given us by which we can govern ourselves? — "In your patience ye shall win your souls." Luke 21 :i<). "Forbearing one another, and forgiving each other, if any man have a complaint against any; even as the Lord forgave you, so also do ye." Col. 3:i3- "Continue stedfastly in prayer, watching therein with thanksgiving." Col. 4:2. SELF-DEFENSE. 1. How did Paxil begin his defence before the king? — "Then Paul stretched forth his hand, and made his defence : I think myself happy, king Ag- rippa, that I am to make my defence before thee this day touching all the things whereof I am ac- cused by the Jews." Acts 26 :i, 2. 2. What did Christ say in answer to Pilate's question? — "And Pilate asked him, saying, Art thou the king of the Jews ? And he answered him and said, Thou sayst." Luke 23 :3. 3. What did he say when accused by the chief priests and elders? — "And when he was accused by the chief priests and elders, he answered nothing." 4. How did Pilate regard the silence of Jesus? — "Then saith Pilate unto him, Hearest thou not how many things they witness against thee? And he gave him no answer, not even to one word : inso- much that the governor marvelled greatly." Matt. 27:13, 14. SELF-DENIAL. 1. Is self-denial a Christian duty? — "Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man would come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me." Matt. 16:24. 2. Should it be exercised in regard to every 62 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE iltf forbidden indulgence, hozvever pleasant? — "And if thy right eye causeth thee to stumble, pluck it out, and cast it from thee : for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not thy whole body be cast into hell. And if thy right hand causeth thee to stumble, cut it off, and cast it from thee." Matt. 5 129, 30. 3. Is it sometimes necessary to deny ourselves of lawful things ? — "All things are lawful; but all things are not expedient. All things are lawful; but all things edify not. Let no man seek his own ; but each his neighbour's good." I Cor. 10:23, 24. 4. What kind of righteousness should we de- sire? — "And be found in him not having a right- eousness of mine own, even that which is of the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness, which is from God by. faith." Phil. 3:9. 5. How should we feel in regard to denying our selves for Christ's sake? — "Wherefore I take pleasure in weaknesses, in injuries, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ's sake: for when I am weak then I am strong." II Cor. 12 :io. 6. What motives have we to excite us to the practice of it? — "For we know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, that ye through his poverty might become rich." II Cor. 8:9. "And every one that hath left houses, or breth- ren, or sisters, or father, or mother or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive a hundred- fold, and shall inherit eternal life." Matt. 19 :29. SELFISHNESS. 1. Is it right for us to try always to please ourselves? — "Now we that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please our- selves. Let each one of us please his neighbour for that which is good, unto edifying." Rom. i"?:i, 2. 2. Did Christ please himself? — "For Christ also pleased not himself; but, as it is written, The re- proaches of them that reproached thee fell upon me." Rom. 15 :^. 3. Does God know all our selfish acts? — "De- liver them that are carried away unto death, and those that are ready to be slain see that thou hold back. If thou sayest, Behold, we know not this: doth not he that weigheth the hearts consider it? and he that keepeth thy soul, doth not he know it ? and shall not he render to every man according to his work?" Prov. 24:11, 12. 4. How will people regard the selfish ones? — "He that withholdeth grain, the people shall curse him." Prov. 1 1 126. 5. How are the selfish and unselfish compared? — "He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack : but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse." Prov. 28:27. SELF-RIGHTEOUSNESS. 1. How do men regard their own actions? — "All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes." Prov. 16:2. 2. What is the termination of man's way? — "There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death." Prov. 14:12. 3. Ought we to praise ourselves? — "Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth ; a strang- er, and not thine own lips." Prov. 27 :2. 4. In whom should zve trust? — "Yea, we our- selves have had the sentence of death within our- selves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God who raiseth the dead." II Cor. 1 :g. 5. What is said of the hope of the self-right- eous? — "Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him." Prov. 26:12. 6. Are we ever deceived in ourselves? — "For if a man tbinketh himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceiveth himself." Gal. 6 :3. 7. Who only are righteous? — "But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth." II Cor. 10 :i7, 18. SERVANT. 1. What is the duty of servants toward those whom they serve? — "Servants, be obedient unto them that according to the flesh are your masters, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, as unto Christ ; not in the way of eyeservice, as men-pleasers : but as servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart ; with good will doing service, as unto the Lord, and not unto men." Eph. 6:5-7. 2. What reward is promised to the faithful ser- vants? — "Knowing that whatsoever good thing each one doeth, the same shall he receive again from the Lord, whether he be bond or free." Eph. 6 :8. 3. Are they forbidden to steal? — "Thou shalt not steal." Ex. 20:15. "Exhort servants to be in subjection to their own masters, and to be well-pleasing to them in all things ; not gainsaying ; not purloining, but showing all good fidelity." Tit. 2 :g. 4. Is it wrong for them to bs slothful or waste- ful? — "He also that is slack in his work is brother to him that is a destroyer." Prov. 18 :g. "And when they were filled, he saith unto his disciples, Gather up the broken pieces which remain over, that nothing be lost." John 6:12. SIN. 1. What is sin? — "Every one that doeth sin doeth also lawlessness : and sin is lawlessness." I John 3 4. "All unrighteousness is sin." I John 5:17. 2. Is sin incident to all men? — "For there is no man that sinneth not." I K. 8 -.46. 63 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS "if we say that we have no sin, we deceive our- selves, and the truth is not in us." I John 1 :8. 3. From -what does sin come? — "For out of the heart come forth evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, railings." Matt. 15:19. 4. What is the unpardonable sin? — "Therefore I say unto you, Every sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men ; but the blasphemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven." Matt. 12:13. 5. What is necessary on our part in order that our sins may be forgiven? — "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." I John 1 :g. 6. What are the fruits of sin? — "His own in- iquities shall take the wicked, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sin. He shall die for lack of instruction ; and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray." Prov. 5 :22, 23. 7. Are our sins known to God? — "Thou hast set our iniquities before thee, our secret sins in the light of thy countenance." Ps. 90 :8. "Jehovah knoweth the thoughts of man, that they are vanity." Ps. 94:11. 8. What is said of those who love sin? — "Thus saith Jehovah unto his people, Even so have they loved to wander ; they have not refrained their feet : therefore Jehovah doth not accept them ; now will he remember their iniquity, and visit their sins." Jer. 14:10. 9. Hoxv docs the Lord regard those who sin? — "For all that do such things, even all that do un- righteously, are an abomination unto Jehovah thy God." Deut. 25 :i6. 10. Does sin separate us from God? — "Because the mind of the flesh is enmity against God ; for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can it be." Rom. 8:7. "Follow after peace with all men, and the sancti- fication without which no man shall see the Lord." Heb. 12:14. SLANDER. 1. From what does slander come? — "The good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good ; and the evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth that which is evil : for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speak- eth." Luke 6 45. 2. What leads to slander? — "And withal they learn also to be idle, going about from house to house; and not only idle, but tattlers also and busy- bodies, speaking things which they ought not." I Tim. 5:13. Are the wicked and hypocrites addicted to this evil? — "Thou sittest and speaketh against thy broth- er ; thou slanderest thine own mother's son." Ps. 50 :20. "With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbour." Prov. 1 1 :g. 4. Of whom is slander characteristic? — "And the great dragon was cast down, the old serpent, he that is called the Devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world." Rev. 12:9. 5. What are they called who are guilty of this sin? — "And he that uttereth slander is a fool." Prov. 10:18. 6. Who are warned against slander? — "That aged women likewise be reverent in demeanour, not slanderers nor enslaved to much wine, teachers of that which is good." Tit. 2 :3. 7. Should Christians avoid slander? — "Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile." Ps. 34:13. 8. What are the effects of slander? — "A per- verse man scattereth abroad strife : and a whisperer separateth chief friends." Prov. 16 :28. 9. Will all men have to account for their evil speaking? — "And I say unto you, that every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment." Matt. 12:36. 10. Will slanderers be punished? — "Whoso privily slandereth Ins neighbour, him will I destroy." Ps. 101 :5. SOBRIETY. 1. Is decent christian conduct commended? — "Wherefore girding up the loins of your mind, be sober and set your hope perfectly on the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ." I Pet. 1 :i3. 2. Is the gospel designed to teach sobriety? — "For the grace of God hath appeared, bringing sal- vation to all men, instructing us, to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly and righteously and godly in this pres- ent world." Tit. 2:11, 12. 3. Are watchfulness and prayer necessary to sober living? — "So then let us not sleep, as do the rest, but let us watch and be sober." I Thess. 5 :6. "But the end of all things is at hand : be ye there- fore of sound mind, and be sober unto prayer." I Pet. 4:7. 4. Of what class of people is sobriety especially required? — "The bishop therefore must be without reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, sober- minded, orderly, given to hospitality, apt to teach." I Tim. 3:2. 5. Should women exhibit it in dress? — "In like manner, that women adorn themselves in modest ap-. parel, with shamefastness and sobriety." I Tim. 2:9. 6. How should we estimate our character and talents? — "For I say, through the grace that was given me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly that he ought to think ; but so to think as to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to each man a measure of faith." Rom. 12:3. 7. Why should we be sober and watchful? — "Be sober, be watchful: your adversary the devil, 64 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour." I Pet. 5 :8. SORROW. 1. What are some just causes for sorrow? — "I beheld the treacherous, and was grieved; because they observe not thy word." Ps. 119:158. "For indeed he was sick nigh unto death : but God had mercy on him : and not on him only, but on me also, that I might not have sorrow upon sorrow." Phil. 2:27. 2. What are the good effects of sorrow? — "Sor- row is better than. laughter : for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made glad." Eccl. 7 :3. "For godly sorrow worketh repentance unto sal- vation, a repentance which bringeth no regret: but the sorrow of the world worketh death." II Cor. 7:10. 3. Does it ever have a bad effect? — "Heaviness in the heart of a man maketh it stoop." Prov. 12 -.2$. "By sorrow of heart the spirit is broken." Prov. 15 -n- "A broken spirit drieth up the bones." Prov. 17 \22. 4. What is said of sorrow for death of pious friends? — "But we would not have you ignorant, brethren, concerning them that fall asleep ; that ye soorow not, even as the rest, that have no hope." I Thess. 4:13. 5. Will there be sorrow m heaven? — "And the ransomed of Jehovah shall return, and come with singing unto Zion; and everlasting joy shall be upon their heads : they shall obtain gladness and joy, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away." Isa. 35 :io. "And he shall wipe away every tear from their eyes ; and death shall be no more ; neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain, any more: the first things are passed away." Rev. 21 4. SPIRITUAL GIFTS. 1. In what did Spiritual gifts consist in the time of Christ? — "But to each one is given the manifesta- tion of the Spirit to profit withal. For to one is given through the Spirit the word of wisdom; and to another the word of knowledge, according to the same Spirit : to another faith, in the same Spirit ; and to another gifts of healings, in the one Spirit; and to another workings of miracles ; and to an- other prophecy ; and to another discernings of spir- its : to another divers kinds of tongues ; and to an- other the interpretation of tongues." I Cor. 12 :7~I0. 2. Can these gifts be of any value to us unless we have love? — "If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am become sounding brass, or a clanging cymbal. And if I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge ; and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing." I Cor. 13:1, 2. 3. Upon whom are Spiritual gifts bestowed? — "And because ye are sons, God sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying Abba Father." Gal. 4 :6. 4. Are they given to children of God in every age? — "And as for me, this is my covenant with them, saith Jeho'.ah: my spirit that is upon thee, and my words which I have put in thy mouth shall not depart out of thy mouth nor out of the mouth of thy seed, nor out of the mouth of thy seed's seed, saith Jehovah, from henceforth and for ever." Isa. 59:21. SPIRITUALISM. 1. Was the practice of spiritualism forbidden? — "Turn ye not unto them that have familiar spirits, nor unto the wizards ; seek them not out, to be de- filed by them : I am Jehovah your God." Lev. 19 131. 2. What is said of the wickedness of it? — "For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft. I Sam. 15 :23. 3. Are the messages of sorcerers true? — "For the teraphim have spoken vanity, and the diviners have seen a lie : and they have told false dreams, they comfort in vain." Zee. 10 :2. 4. How does God look upon them? — "And I will come near to you to judgment ; and I will be a swift witness against the sorcerers." Mai. 3 15. 5. What was the ancient law concerning the witches? — "A man also or a woman that hath a fa- miliar spirit, or that is a wizard, shall surely be put to death." Lev. 20:27. 9. How did Saul prepare himself for this visit Saul had put away those that had familiar spirits, and the wizards, out of the land." I Sam. 28 :3. 7. When Saul saw the Philistines what did he do? — "And when Saul saw the host of the Philis- tines, he was afraid, and his heart trembled greatly. And when Saul inquired of Jehovah, Jehovah an- swered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets." I Sam. 28 :5, 6. 8. What did he tell his servants to do? — "Then said Saul unto his servants, Seek me a woman that hath a familiar spirit, that I may go to her, and in- quire of her. And his servants said to him, Behold, there is a woman that hath a familiar spirit at En- dor." I Sam. 28:7. 9. How did Saul prepare himself for this visit and what did he ask of the witch? — "And Saul di- guised himself, and put on other raiment, and went, he and two men with him, and they came to the wo- man by night : and he said, Divine unto me, I pray thee, by the familiar spirit, and bring me up whom- soever I shall name unto thee." I Sam. 28 :8. 10. Why did she at first refuse to grant his re- quest? — "And the woman said unto him, Behold, thou knowest what Saul hath done, how he hath cut off those that have familiar spirits, and the wizards, out of the land : wherefore then layest thou a snare for my life, to cause me to die ?" I Sam. 28 :g. 11. What did Saul promise her and with whom did he wish to talk? — "And Saul sware to her by Jehovah, saying, As Jehovah liveth, there shall no punishment happen to thee for this thing. Then said the woman, Whom shall I bring up unto thee ? And he said, Bring me up Samuel." I Sam. 28 :io, 11. 65 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 12. What did the woman do when she saw Sam- uel and how did she describe him? — "And when the woman saw Samuel, she cried with a loud voice : and the woman spake to Saul, saying, Why hast thou deceived me ? for thou art Saul. And the king said unto her, Be not afraid : for what seest thou ? And the woman said unto Saul, I see a god coming up out of the earth5 And he said unto her, What form is he of ? And she said, An old man cometh up ; and he is covered with a robe. And Saul perceived that it was Samuel, and he bowed with his face to the ground, and did obeisance." I Sam. 28 :I2-I4. 13. What did Saul ask Samuel and how did he reply ? — 'And Samuel said to Saul, Why hast thou disquieted me, to bring me up ? And Saul answered, I am sore distressed ; for the Philistines make war against me, and God is departed from me, and an- swereth me no more, neither by prophets, nor by dreams : therefore I have called thee, that thou may- est make known unto me what I shall do. And Samuel said, Wherefore then dost thou ask of me, seeing Jehovah is departed from thee, and is be- come thine adversary ? And Jehovah hath wrought for himself, as he spake by me: and Jehovah hath rent the kingdom out of thy hand, and given it to thy neighbour, even to David. Because thou obey- edst not the voice of Jehovah, and didst not execute his fierce wrath upon Amalek, therefore hath Je- hovah done this thing unto thee this day. More- over Jehovah will deliver Israel also with thee into the hand of the Philistines : and to-morrow shalt thou and thy sons be with me: Jehovah shall deliver the host of Israel also into the hand of the Philistines." I Sam. 28:15-19. 14. What effect did this have on Saul? — "Then Saul fell straightway his full length upon the earth, and was sore afraid, because of the words of Sam- uel : and there was no strength in him ; for he had eaten no bread all the day, nor all the night." I Sam. 28 :20. 15. What did the woman then persuade Saul to do? — "But he refused, and said, I will not eat. But his servants, together with the woman, constrained him; and he hearkened unto their voice." I Sam. 28 :23. 16. What did she prepare for them to eat? — "And the woman had a fatted calf in the house ; and she hasted, and killed it; and she took flour, and kneaded it, and did bake unleavened bread thereof." I Sam. 28 -.24, 17. After eating what did Saul and his servants do? — "And she brought it before Saul, and before his servants ; and they did eat. Then they rose up, and went away that night." I Sam. 28 \2$. STRIFE. I. From what does strife proceed? — "Hatred 'Stirreth up strifes." Prov. 10:12. "He- that is of a greedy spirit stirreth up strife." Prov. 28:25. "Whence come wars and whence come fightings among you ? come they not hence, even of your pleas- ures that war in your members ?" Jas. 4:1. 2. What are the contentious ones called?— " A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth call- eth for stripes." Prov. 18 :6. 3. Why should they be avoided? — "Now I be- seech you, brethren, mark them that are causing the divisions and occasions of stumbling, contrary to the doctrine which ye learned : and turn away from them. For they that are such serve not our Lord Christ, but their own belly ; and by their smooth and fair speech they beguile the hearts of the innocent." Rom. 16:17, 18. 4. What is our duty in regard to this matter? — "If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men." Rom. 12 :i8. 5. How should all our work be performed? — "Doing nothing through faction or through vain- glory, but in lowliness of mind each counting other better than himself." Phil. 2 :3. 6. What is the result of strife? — "For where jealousy and faction are, there is confusion and every vile deed." Jas. 3 :i6. SUBMISSION. 1. Should we in some measure be submissive to all men? — "Likewise, ye younger, be subject unto the elder. Yea, all of you gird yourselves with hu- mility to serve one another." I Pet. 5 15. 2. Why is this necessary? — "For God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace to the humble. Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time." I Pet. 5 :5, 6. 3. What ought we to desire concerning God's will? — "Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done." Luke 22 :42. See Obedience. SUPPORT OF THE MINISTRY. 1. Who gives man power to accumulate wealth? — "But thou shalt remember Jehovah thy God, for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth." Deut. 8:18. 2. With what should we honor God? — "Hon- our Jehovah with thy substance, and with the first- fruits of all thine increase." Prov. 3 :g. 3. What part of our income does the Lord claim? — "And all the tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land, or of the fruit of the tree, is Je- hovah's it is holy unto Jehovah." Lev. 27 :3c 4. What does Christ say of the tithing system? — "Ye tithe mint and anise and cummin, and have left undone the weightier matters of the law, justice, and mercy, and faith : but these ye ought to have done, and not to have left the other undone." Matt. 23 :23. 5. Are we responsible for the support of minis- ters? — "If we sowed unto you spiritual things, is it a great matter if we shall reap your carnal things." I Cor. 9:11. 66 uW ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE 6. What docs Paul say on this subject? — "For if the Gentiles have been made partakers of their spiritual things, they owe it to them also to minister unto them in carnal things." Rom. 15 127. 7«v Why did Christ send out his disciples with- out gold or silver? — "Get you no gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses ; no wallet for your journey, neither two coats, nor shoes, nor staff: for the la- bourer is worthy of his food." Matt. 10 :g, 10. TEMPERANCE. 1. Are we commanded to abstain from strong drink? — "And be .not drunken with wine, wherein is riot, but be filled with the Spirit." Eph. 5 :i8. "Be not among wine-bibblers ; among gluttonous eaters of flesh." Prov. 23 :20. 2. What is the certain fate of drunkards and gluttons? — "For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty : and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags." Prov. 23:21. 3. Is moderation in these things conducive to health? — "For length of days, and years of life, and peace, shall they add to thee." Prov. 3 :2. 4. Is temperance advantageous to the powers of the mind? — "Beloved, I bessech you as sojourners and pilgrims, to abstain from fleshy lusts, which war against the soul ; having your behaviour seemly among the Gentiles ; that, wherein they speak against you as evil-doers, they may by your good works, which thev behold, glorify God in the day of visita- tion." I Pet. 2:11, 12. 5. Is it profitable to the worldly estate? — "Wealth and riches are in his house : and his right- eousness endureth for ever." Ps. 112:3. 6. Are they who abstain from these evils safe from temptations? — "Then shalt thou walk in thy way securely, and thy foot shall not stumble." Prov. 3:23. TEMPTATION. 1. From whence do temptations arise? — "Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God : for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempteth no man : but each man is tempted, when he is drawn away by his own lust, and enticed." Jas. 1:13,14. 2. How may we resist temptation? — "Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil." Eph. 6:10, 11. "But watch ye at every season, making suppli- cation, that ye maj prevail to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man." Luke 21 :36. 3. Who only can help us to withstand tempta- tions? — "Unless Jehovah had been my help, my soul had soon dwelt in silence. When I said, My foot slippeth ; thy lovingkindness, O Jehovah held me up." Ps. 94:17, 18. 4. Why are we tempted? — "Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, ye have been put to grief in manifold trials, that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold that perisheth though it is proved by fire, might be found unto praise and glory and honour at the reve- lation of Jesus Christ." I Pet. 1 :6, 7. 5. How should we regard temptations? — "Count it all joy my brethren, when ye fall into man- ifold trials ; knowing that the proving of your faith worketh patience." Jas. 1 :2. 6. What promise is given to those who endure? — "Blessed is the man that endureth temptation : for when he hath been approved, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord promised to them that love him," Jas. 1 :i2. TESTIMONY. 1.. What proof did the apostles give of the truth of their preaching? — "Long time therefore they tar- ried there speaking boldly in the Lord, who bare witness unto the word of his grace, granting signs and wonders to be done by their hands." Acts 14 :3- 2. How may we bear witness for Christ? — "They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power ; to make known to the sons of men his mighty acts, and the glory of the majesty of his kingdom." Ps. 145:11, 12. "And I say unto you, Every one who shall con- fess me before men, him shall the Son of man also confess before the angels of God." Luke 12 :8. 3. What promise have those who testify truly? — "For we know that if the earthly house of our tabernacle be dissolved, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal, in the heavens." II Cor. 5:1. 4. How many witnesses were required in an- cient times to establish a fact? — "But if he hear thee not, take with thee one or two more, that at the mouth of two witnesses or three every word may be established." Matt 18:16. 5. Are we forbidden to bear false witness? — "Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neigh- bour." Ex. 20:16. 6. Are those who testify falsely punished? — "A false witness shall not be unpunished ; and he that uttereth lies shall perish." Prov. 19 =9. THANKFULNESS. See Praise and Thanksgiving. THEFT AND THIEVES. I. What was the law relating to theft in the old dispensation? — "If a man shall steal an ox, or a sheep, and kill it, or sell it ; he shall pay five oxen for an ox, and four sheep for a sheep. If the thief be found breaking in, and be smitten that he die, there shall be no blood-guiltiness for him." Ex. 22 :l, 2. "When thou comest into thy neighbour's vine- yard, then thou mayest eat grapes thy fill at thine 67 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS own pleasure; but thou shalt not put any in thy vessel." Deut. 23 124. 2. Is theft forbidden? — "Ye shall not steal; neither shall ye deal falsely, nor lie one to another. Thou shalt not oppress thy neighbour, nor rob him." Lev. 19:11, 13. 3. Instead of stealing what should one do? — "Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing that is good, that he may have whereof to give him that hath need." Eph. 4:28. 4. How did Christ describe a thief? — "Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the fold of the sheep, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber." John 10:1. 5. Can thieves hope for eternal life? — "Nay, but ye yourselves do wrong, and defraud, and that your brethren. Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall in- herit the kingdom of God." I Cor. 6 :8, 10. See Sin. TRANSGRESSIONS. TRUTH. 1. Hozv should true Christians worship God? — "God is a Spirit : and they that worship him must worship in spirit and truth." John 4 :24. 2.. .How highly ought we to value truth? — "Buy the truth ; and sell it not." Prov. 23 :23. "Let not kindness and truth forsake thee : bind them about thy neck." Prov. 3 :3- "Therefore love truth and peace." Zee. 8:19. 3. Is truth a part of the christian armor? — "Stand therefore, having girded your loins with truth, and having put on the breastplate of right- eousness." Eph. 6:14. 4. What is said of those who speak the truth? — "He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteous- ness." Prov. 12:17. - 5. Hozv does God regard them? — "Lying lips are an abomination to Jehovah : but they that deal truly are his delight." Prov. 12:22. 6. Are the wicked truthful? — "And they will deceive every one his neighbour, and will not speak the truth." Jer. 9:5. 7. What effect has the strict observance of the truth on all men? — "Seeing ye have purified your souls in your obedience to the truth unto unfeigned love of the brethren, love one another from the heart fervently." I Pet. 1 :22. "Sanctify them in the truth : thy word is truth." John 17:17. UNBELIEF. 1. What is said of unbelievers? — "He that be- lieveth on the Son of God hath the witness in him : he that believeth not God hath made him a liar ; be- cause he hath not believed in the witness that God hath borne concerning his Son." I John 5 :io. 2. What are some causes of unbelief? — "How can ye believe, who receive glory one of another, and the glory that cometh from the only God ye seek not." John 5 44. "In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of the xmbelieving, that the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ who is the image of God, should not dawn upon them." II Cor. 4 4. 3. What are the consequences of unbelief? — "And many false prophets shall arise, and shall lead many astray. And because iniquity shall be multi- plied, the love of the many shall wax cold." Matt. 24:11, 12. 4. Is there any danger in unbelief? — "But he that disbelieveth shall be condemned." Mark 16:16. "If we shall deny him, he also will deny us." II Tim. 2 :i2. "I said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins : for except ye believe that I am he ye shall die in your sins." John 8 :24. 5. Are unbelievers to be avoided? — "Now I be- seech you, brethren, mark them that are causing the divisions and occasions of stumbling, contrary to the doctrine which ye learned : and turn away from them." Rom. 16:17. 6. How may they be distinguished? — "Prove all things ; hold fast that which is good." I Thess. 5:21. 7. If obstinate what will be their fate? — "And we see that they were not able to enter in because of unbelief." Heb. 3:19. "But for the fearful, and unbelieving, and abom- inable, and murderers, and fornicators, and sorcer- ers, and idolaters, and all liars their part shall be in the lake that burnetii with fire and brimstone ; which is the second death." Rev. 21 :8. UNCHARITABLENESS. 1. Is it kind in us to judge others by outward appearances? — "Judge not according to appearance, but judge righteous judgment." John 7:24. 2. What is said of those who judge others? — ■ "Wherefore thou art without excuse, O man, who- soever thou art that judgest : for wherein thou judg- est another, thou condemnest thyself ; for thou that judgest dost practise the same things." Rom. 2:1. 3. What does love do? — "Love suffereth long, and is kind ; love envieth not ; love vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up." I Cor. 13 '.4. 4. Give instances of unchdritableness? — "And Eliab his eldest brother heard when he spake unto the men ; and Eliab's anger was kindled against Da- vid, and he said, Why art thou come down? and with whom hast thou left those few sheep in the wilderness ? I know thy pride, and the naughtiness of thy heart ; for thou art come down that thou mightest see the battle." I Sam. 17:28. "And Nathaniel said unto him, Can any good thing come out of Nazareth ? Philip saith unto him, Come and see." John 1 46. UNCLEANNESS. 1. Under the Mosaic lazv what was done with 68 >0 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE persons who were ceremonially unclean? — "And Je- hovah spake unto Moses, saying, Command the chil- dren of Israel, that they put out of the camp every leper, and every one that hath an issue, and whoso- ever is unclean by the dead." Num. 5 :i, 2. 2. What is said of those who are morally un- clean? — "For this ye know of a surety, that no forni- cator, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, that is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and God.'"' Eph. 5 :$. 3. How free should christians be from unclean- ness? — "But fornication, and all uncleanness, or cov- etousness, let it not even be named among you, as becometh saints." Eph. 5 13. 4. To what did Christ compare the unclean? — "Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites ! for ye are like unto whited sepulchers, which out- wardly appear beautiful, but inwardly are full of dead men's bones, and of all uncleanness." Matt. 23 =27- UNFAITHFULNESS. 1. How do the unfaithful act? — "Yet they tempted and rebelled against the Most High God, and kept not his testimonies ; but turned back, and dealt treacherously like their fathers." Ps. 78 :$6, 57. 2. Can they be trusted? — "Confidence in an un- faithful man in time of trouble is like a broken tooth, and a foot out of joint." Prov. 25 119. 3. Have the unfaithful a reward in this world? "For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance : but from him that hath not, even that which he hath shall be taken away." Matt. 25 -.29. 4. How are they punished? — "And cast ye out the unprofitable servant into the outer darkness : there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth." Matt. 25 130. "Every tree that bringeth forth not good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire." Matt. 7:19. UNITY OF BELIEVERS. 1. What did Christ desire for his disciples? — "Holy Father, keep them in thy name which thou hast given me, that they may be one, even as we are." John 17:11. 2. What effect woidd this union have on unbe- lievers? — "That they may all be one ; even as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be in us : that the world may believe that thou didst send me." John 17:21. 3. What did Paul say on this subject? — "Now I beseech you, brethren, through the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you ; but that ye be perfected together in the same mind and in the same judgment." I Cor. 1 :io. 4. To what is the church compared? — "Now ye are the body of Christ, and severally members there- of." I Cor. 12:27. 5. What is our duty to each other? — "That there should be no schism in the bodv ; but that the members should have the same care one for another." I Cor. 12:25. 6. What should all Christians try to do? — "Giv- ing diligence to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." Eph. 4 13. USURY. 1. Of whom were the Jews forbidden to exact usury? — "If thou lend money to any of my people with thee that is poor, thou shalt not be to him as a creditor ; neither shall ye lay upon him usury." Ex. 22 35. "Thou shalt not lend upon usury to thy brothers ; usury of money, usury of victuals, usury of any thing that is lent upon usury." Deut. 23 119. 2. Was it lawful to lend to strangers upon usury? — "Unto a foreigner thou mayest lend upon usury ; but unto thy brother thou shalt not lend upon usury: that Jehovah thy God may bless thee in all that thou puttest thy hand unto, in the land whither thou goest in to possess it." Deut. 23 :20. 3. What is said of those who asked usury? — "Hath given forth upon usury, and hath taken in- crease : shall he then live ? he shall not live : he hath done all these abominations : he shall surely die ; his blood shall be upon him." Ezek. 18:13. 4. Are just men innocent of the vice of requir- ing usury? — "He that hath not given forth upon usury, neither hath taken any increase, that hath withdrawn his hand from iniquity, hath executed true judgment between man and man." Ezek. 18 :8. 5. What will be their reward? — "That hath withdrawn his hand from the poor, that hath not re- ceived usury nor increase, hath executed my judg- ments, hath walked in my statutes ; he shall not die for the iniquity of his father, he shall surely live." Ezek. 18:17. VANITY. 1. Is vanity the consequence of the fall? — "For the creation was subjected to vanity, not of its own will, but by reason of him who subjected it." Rom. 8:20. 2. Are all people vain? — "Surely every man is vanity." Ps. 39:11. "Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a he : in the balances they will go up ; they are together lighter than vanity." Ps. 62 :g. 3. What is said of worldly pleasures? — "I said in my heart, Go to now, I will prove thee with mirth ; therefore enjoy pleasure: and, behold, this also was vanity." Ecci. 2:t. 4. How do Christians regard vanity? — "I hate them that are of a double mind ; but thy law do I love." Ps. 119:113. 5. What should be their prayer? — "Turn away mine eyes from beholding vanity, and quicken me in thy ways." Ps. 119:37. 6. To what does following vain persons lead? — - "But he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough." Prov. 28 :i9- 69 THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 7. What is said of those who do this? — "But he that followeth after vain persons is void of under- standing." Prov. 12:11. 8. How do the wicked look upon vanity? — "O ye sons of men, how long shall my glory be turned into dishonour ? How long will ye love vanity, and seek after falsehood?" Ps. 4:2. VENGEANCE. 1. What did God say should be done to the mur- derer of Cain? — "And Jehovah said unto him, Therefore whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold." Gen. 4:13. 2. Should we avenge ourselves? — "Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto the wrath of God." Rom. 12:19. 3. Who will do this for us? — "For it is written, Vengeance belongeth unto me; I will recompense, saith the Lord." Rom. 12:19. 4. How and upon whom will God execute ven- geance? — "In flaming fire, rendering vengeance to them that know not God, and to them that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus : who shall suffer pun- ishment, even eternal destruction from the face of the Lord and from, the glory of his might." II Thess. 1 :8, 9. 5. What then becomes our duty? — "But if thine enemy hunger, feed him ; if he thirst, give him to drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head." Rom. 12 :20. VIRTUE. 1. What is one of the greatest virtues? — "And if I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and if I give my body to be burned, but have not love, it profiteth me nothing." I Cor. 13 :3. 2. What is said of Christ's virtue or power of healing? — "And all the multitude sought to touch him: for power came forth from him, and healed them all." Luke 6:19. "But Jesus said, Some one did touch me: for I perceived that power had gone forth from me." Luke 8 :46. 3. Is there excellence in virtue? — "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honourable, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report ; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." Phil. 4 :8. "Yea, and for this very cause adding on your part all diligence, in your faith supply virtue and in your virtue knowledge." II Pet. 1 :5. 4. How is a virtuous woman described? — '"A worthy woman who can find? for her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband trusteth in her, and he shall have no lack of gain. She doeth him good and not evil all the days of her life. She seeketh wool and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands." Prov. 31:10-13. VOWS. 1. Does God require us to fulfill all our prom- ises? — "When thou shalt vow a vow unto Jehovah thy God, thou shalt not be slack to pay it : for Je- hovah thy God will surely require it of thee ; and it would be sin in thee." Deut. 23 :2i. 2. What does he call those who delay paying ! their vows?— "When thou vowest a vow unto God, defer not to pay it ; for he hath no pleasure in fools : pay that which thou vowest." Eccl. 5 4. 3. Should we always be certain we can pay our vows before making them? — "Better is it that thou I shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and - not pay. Suffer not thy mouth to cause thy flesh to sin ; neither say thou before the angel, that it was an j error : wherefore should God be angry at thy voice, and destroy the works of thy hands." Eccl. 5 :5, 6. See Oath. WALKING IN THE LIGHT. 1. Why does Christ say it is necessary to walk in the light? — "Jesus therefore said unto them, yet a little while is the light among you. Walk while ye have the light, that darkness overtake you not." John 12 35. 2. What benefits do they receive who obey this command? — "But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanseth us from all sin." I John 1 :y. 3. From what does this light come? — "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." Ps. 119:105. 4. What becomes of it when not used aright? — "The lamp of thy body is thine eye: when thine eye is single, thy whole body also is full of light; but when it is evil, thy body also is full of dark- ness. Look therefore whether the light that is in thee be not darkness." Luke 1 1 134, 35. 5. Why do some people prefer darkness? — "And this is the judgment, that the light is come into the world, and men loved the darkness rather than the light; for their works were evil." John 3:i9- 6. What will they do who love the truth? — "But he that doeth the truth cometh to the light, that his works may be made manifest, that they have been wrought in God." John 3 :2i. WAR. 1. What was the original cause of war? — "Whence come wars and whence come fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your pleasures that war in your members? Ye lust, and have not : ye kill, and covet, and cannot obtain : ye fight and war ; ye have not because ye ask not." Jas. 4:1, 2. 2. Is wisdom necessary to victory? — "For by wise guidance thou shalt make thy war: and in the 70 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE multitlde of counsellors there is safety." Prov. 24:6. 3. What did Christ tell his disciples would be a sign of his coming? — 'And ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars : see that ye be not troubled for these things must needs to come to pass ; but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom." Matt. 24:6, 7. 4. What is said of the warfare of saints? — "For though we walk in the flesh, we. do not war according to the flesh (for the weapons of our war- fare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the casting down of strongholds)." II Cor. 10 13, 4. 5. Against whom do they have to fight? — "That no advantage may be gained over us by Satan : for we are not ignorant of his devices." II Cor. 2:11. 6. What is the Christian's armor? — "Stand therefore, having girded your loins with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; withal taking up the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God." Eph. 6:14-17. 7. Through whom are zve strengthened? — "And he hath said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee : for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my weaknesses, that the strength of Christ may rest upon me." II Cor. 12:9. WATCHFULNESS. 1. What does Paul say we should do? — "Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong." I Cor. 16:13. 2. Why is this necessary? — "Be sober, be watchful : your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour." I Pet. 5 :8. 3. What ought always to accompany watch- fulness? — "With all prayer and supplication pray- ing at all seasons in the Spirit, and watching there- unto in all perseverance and supplication for all saints." Eph. 6:18. "Continue steadfastly in prayer, with thanks- giving." Col. 4:2. 4. What are they called who do not watch? — "He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool.' Prov. 28 :26. "Look therefore carefully how ye walk, not as unwise, but as wise." Eph. 5 :i5. 5. What warning is given them? — "For if God spared not the natural branches, neither will he spare thee." Rom. 11:21. WICKED. 1. What are some of the characteristics of the wicked? — "The wicked borroweth and payeth not again." Ps. 37:21. "A worthless man deviseth mischief: and in his lips there is a scorching fire." Prov. 16 :27. "Being filled with all unrighteousness, wicked- ness, covetousness, maliciousness ; full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, malignity; whisperers, back- biters, hateful to God, insolent, haughty, boastful, inventers of evil things, disobedient to parents." Rom. 1 :29, 30. 2. To what are they compared? — "The wicked are not so; but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away." Ps. I -.4. "Refuse silver shall men call them, because Jehovah hath rejected them." Jer. 6:30. 3. Are they to be envied? — "Let not thy heart envy sinners." Prov. 23 :i7. "Be not thou envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them." Prov. 24:1. 4. Do the wicked have peace? — "There is no peace, saith my God, to the wicked." Isa. 57:21. 5: How are they contrasted with the righteous? — "Many sorrows shall be to the wicked : but he that trusteth in Jehovah, lovingkindness shall com- pass him about." Ps. 32 :io. 6. What will be the punishment of the wicked? — "The. curse of Jehovah is in the house of the wicked." Prov. 3 :33. "But the sons of the kingdom shall be cast forth into the outer darkness : there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth." Matt. 8:12. "And if any was not found written in the book of life, he was cast into the lake of fire." Rev. 20 :i5- WISDOM. 1. How much superior is wisdom to folly? — "Then I saw that wisdom excelleth folly, as far as light excelleth darkness. The wise man's eyes are in his head, and the fool walketh in darkness." Eccl. 2:13, 14. 2. What should be the desire of all people? — "So teach us to number our days, that we may get us a heart of wisdom." Ps. 90:12. 3. How is wisdom described? — "The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom : and the knowl- edge of the Holy One is understanding." Prov. 9:10. 4. Hozv may it be obtained? — "For to the man that pleaseth him God giveth wisdom, and knowl- edge, and joy." Eccl. 2 :26. 5. What is the advantage of gaining wisdom? "How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! Yea to get understanding is rather to be chosen than silver." Prov. 16:16. "Wisdom is as good as an inheritance: yea, more excellent is it for them that see the sun. For wisdom is a defence, even as money is a defence : but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom preserveth the life of him that hath it." Eccl. 7:11, 12. 6. Have we any marks of the wisdom of God? — "Jehovah by wisdom founded the earth ; by un- derstanding he established the heavens." Prov. 3:i9- THOUSANDS OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS "O Jehovah, how manifold are thy works ! in wisdom hast thou made them all : the earth is full of thy riches." Ps. 104:24. 7. What is the gospel called? — "But we speak God's wisdom in a mystery, even the wisdom that hath been hidden, which God foreordained before the worlds unto our glory." 1 Cor'. 2 :y. 8. What is said of the wisdom of Solomon? — And God gave Solomon wisdom and understand- ing exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea shore. And Solo- mon's wisdom excelled the wisdom of all the chil- dren of the east, and all the wisdom of Egypt." I. K. 4:29, 30. WORD OF GOD. 1. What is the word of God called? — "Seek ye out of the book of Jehovah and read." Isa. 34:16. "Which he promised before through his prophets in the holy scriptures." Rom. 1 :2. "But his delight is in the law of Jehovah." Ps. 1 :2. "And the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God." Eph. 6:17. "Holding forth the word of life." Phil. 2:16. "First of all that they were intrusted with the oracles of God." Rom. 3 :2. 2. To zvhat is it likened? — "For the word of God is living, and active, and sharper than any two-edged sword and piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, of both joints and mar- row, and quick to discern the thoughts and intents of the heart." Heb. 4:12. 3. Was the word of God to be read publicly? — "I adjure you by the Lord that this epistle be read unto all the brethren." I. Thess. 5 :27. "Therefore go thou, and read in the roll, which thou hast written from my mouth, the words of Jehovah in the ears of the people in Jehovah's house upon the fast day : and also thou shalt read them in the ears of all Judah that come out of their cities." Jer. 36 :6. 4. Was it to be expounded also? — "And they read in the book, in the law of God distinctly ; and they gave the sense, so that they understood the reading." Neh. 8 :8. 5. Can anything be added to, or taken from the scriptures? — "Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish from it, that ye may keep the commandments of Jehovah your God which I command you." Deut. 4:2. 6. Does the study of the Bible often result in conviction of sin? — "Now these were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind examining the scriptures daily, whether these things were so. Many of them therefore believed ; also of the Greek women of honourable estate, and of men not a few." Acts 17:11, 12. 7. What did Christ say he had come to do? — "Think not that I came to destroy the law or the prophets : I came not to destroy, but to fulfill." Matt. 5:17. 8. Is the Bible the standard of judgment? — "He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my say- ings, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I spake, the same shall judge him in the last day." John 12:48. WORKS. 1. Must the zvorks of man be such as are re- quired of God? — "And Jehovah commanded us to do all these statutes to fear Jehovah our God for our good always that he might preserve us alive, as at this day." Deut. 6:24. 2. From what must good works come? — "Therefore thou shalt love Jehovah thy God, and keep his charge and his statutes, and his judgments and his commandments alway." Deut. II :l. 3. Are they to be performed from the heart? — "And now Israel, what doth Jehovah thy God re- quire of thee, but to fear Jehovah thy God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve Je- hovah thy God with all thy heart and with all thy soul." Deut. 10:12. 4. To whose glory should all things be done? — "Whether, therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatso- ever ye do, do all to the glory of God." I Cor. 10:31. 5. How are zvorks the evidences of men's prin- ciples? — "Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but the corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. Therefore by their fruit ye shall know them." Matt. 7:17, 20. 6. Are good works absolutely necessary? — "But to do good and to communicate forget not ; for with such sacrifice God is well pleased." Heb. 13:16. "Even so faith, if it have not works is dead in itself." Jas. 2:17. 7. What effect do they have on others? — "Even so let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father who is in heaven." Matt. 5 :i6. 8. Are good works alone sufficient for salva- tion? — "For by grace have ye been saved through faith ; and that not of yourselves ; it is the gift of God, not of works, that no man should glory." Eph. 2:8, 9. WORLDLINESS. 1. How should worldly possessions and en- joyments be regarded? — "Love not the world, neither the things of the world." I John 2:15. 2. On what should our thoughts be fixed? — "Set your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are upon the earth." Col. 3 :2. "And be not fashioned according to this world, but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Rom. 12:2. 3. Can we love both God and the world?" — 72 ON SUBJECTS PERTAINING TO HUMAN LIFE "If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the vainglory of life, is not of the Father but is of the world." I John 2:15, 16. 4. How should we live? — "Instructing us to the intent denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly and righteously and godly in this present world." Tit. 2:12. 5. What important question does the study of this subject bring to us? — "For what shall a man be profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and forfeit his life ? or what shall a man give in ex- change for his life." Matt 16 126. WORSHIP. 1. To wnom only must worship be rendered? — "Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan : for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve." Matt. 4:10. "Thou shalt have none other gods before me." Ex. 20:3. 2. How may we serve God acceptably? — "Wherefore, receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken let us have grace, whereby we may offer service wellpleasing to God with reverence and awe." Heb. 12:28. 3. What judgment is threatened for the neglect of family worship? — "Pour out thy wath upon the heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not on thy name : for they have devoured Jacob, yea, they have devoured him, and consumed him, and have laid waste his habitation." Jer. 10 :25. 4. Is public worship required? — "Let them exalt him also in the assembly of the people and praise, him in the seat of the elders." Ps. 107 :32. 5. What should be the nature of this worship? — "Let us draw near with a true heart in fullness of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil con- science : and having our body washed with pure water." "Make a joyful noise unto Jehovah, all ye lands. Serve Jehovah with gladness : come before his pres- ence with singing." Ps. 100:1, 2. 6. What are the advantages of it? — "Hear in- struction and be wise and refuse it not. Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors." Prov. 8 :33. 34- "But they that wait for Jehovah shall renew their strength ; they shall mount up with wings as eagles ; they shall run and not be weary ; they shall walk and not faint." Isa. 4:31. ZEAL, RELIGIOUS 1. How great was Paul's zeal for the cause of Christ? — "But I hold not my life of any account, as dear unto myself, so that I may accomplish my course, and the ministry which I received from the Lord- Jesus to testify the gospel of the grace of God." Acts 20:24. 2. Of what were the Corinthians zealous? — "So also ye, since ye are zealous of spiritual gifts, seek that ye may abound unto the edifying of the church." I Cor. 14:12. . 3. To what does improper zeal lead? — "For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge. For being ignorant of God's righteousness, and seeking to establish their own they did not subject themselves to the righteousness of God." Rom. 10:2, 3. 4. For what should we labor? — "Work not for the meat which perisheth, but for the meat which abideth unto eternal life, which the Son of man shall give unto you for him the Father even God hath sealed." John 6:27. 5. Will our works be in vain? — "Wherefore my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, for as much as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord." I Cor. 15 :58. "And let us not be weary in well-doing, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not." Gal. 6:9. 73 WORD INDEX AND CONCORDANCE FOR THE INDEXED BIBLE This word and subject index has been prepared expressly for this work, to be used in connection with those preceding it. The student will note that biography, geography and history are taken up in the first index only, but theology and all subjects pertaining to human life and the responsibilities of mankind are taken up three times, each time in a different way or method of investigating Bible subjects, in a brief, pointed and practical manner, so as to get at the true teachings and contents of the Bible, and meet the wants of busy people as well as the student, teacher and minister. It has not beer deemed necessary to exhaust the Bible in regard to reference to unim- portant words or subjects, but in regard to theology, cardinal virtues, moral philosophy etc., no expense or labor has been spared to exhaust the Bible on these all-im- portant subjects, in order that the people may know more of life, its re- sponsibilities and the eternal destiny of the soul. ABASE. CONCORDANCE. ACCOUNT. Abase, make low. Job 40 :11, every one proud a. Ezek. 21 :26, a. him that is high Dan. 4 :37, walk in pride he is able to a. Matt. 23 :12, exalt himself shall be a. Phil. 4 :12, how to be a. II. Cor. 11 :7, offense in a. myself Abated, subside. Gen. 8 :3, waters were a. Lev. 27 :18, shall be a. from thy Deut. 34 :7, his natural force a. Judg. 8 :3, their anger was a. Abba, father. Mark 14 :36, he said a. Father Rom. 8 :15, we cry a. Gal. 4 :6. Abhor, extreme hate. Lev. 26 :11, my soul shall not a. 15, or if your soul a. Deut. 7 ;26, utterly a. it I. Sam. 27 :12, his people to a. Job 9 :31, shall a. me 30 :10, they a. me 42 :6, I a. myself Ps. 5 :6, Lord will a. 119 :163, I hate and a. lying Prov. 24 :24, nations shall a. Jer. 14 :21, do not a. us Amos 5 :10, they a. him Mic. 3 :9, that a. judgment Rom. 12 :9, a. that which is evil Abide, continue, bear. Gen. 19 :12, will a. in the street Ex. 16 :29, a. ye every man Num. 35 :25, shall a. in it Ruth 2:8, a. here fast by I. Sam. 22 :23, a. thou with me Ps. 51 :1, Lord who shall a. 61 :4, I will a. in thy tabernacle 91 :1, shall a. under the shadow Pro. 19 :23, shall a. satisfied Jer. 10 :10, shall not be able to a. Hos. 3 :4, a. many days Mai. 3 :2, who may a. the day Matt. 10 :11, there a. till ye go Luke 19 :5, must a. at thy house John 12 :46, not a. in darkness 15 :4, a. in me Acts 20 :23, afflictions a. me I. Cor. 3 :14, any man's work a. 7 :8, if they a. even as I 20, let every man a. 24, therein a. with God Phil. 1 :24, to a. in the flesh 25, I shall a. and continue I. John 2 :24, let that a. in you 28, little children a. in him Abideth, remaineth. Ps. 55:19, he that a. of old 119 :90, established earth and it a. Prov. 15 :31, heareth reproof of life a. John 3 :36, wrath of God a. I. Cor. 13:13, now a. faith II. Tim. 2 :13, he a. faithful I John 3 :6, whosoever a. in him 14, loveth not his brother a. in death Ability, power, strength. Lev. 27 :8, according to his a. Ezra 2 :69, gave after their a. Neh. 5 :8, we after our a. Dan, 1 :4, such as had a. Matt. 25 :15, according to his a. I. Pet. 4:11, a. which God giveth Abjects, base men. Ps. 35 :15, a. gathered themselves Able, sufficient ability. Ex. 18 :20, a. men, such as fear God. Deut. 16 :17, give as he is a. II. Chron. 20 :6, none is a. to Prov. 27 :4, who is a. to stand Dan. 3 :17, God whom we serve is a. Matt. 3:9, God is a. of these stones 9 :28, believe ye that I am a. John 10 :29, no man is a. to Rom. 4 :21, he was a. to perform I. Cor. 3 :2, neither now are ye a. 10:13, tempted above that ye are a. II. Cor. 9 :8, God is a. to make Eph. 3 :20, a. to do exceeding II. Tim. 1 :12, is a. to keep that Heb. 2 :18, a. to succor them 7 :25, a. to save to the uttermost Jas. 1 :21, a. to save your souls Jude 24, a. to keep you from Abode, place of continuance. Ex. 24 :16, glory of Lord a.' on Sinai Judg. 21 :2, a. there till even Luke 1 :56, Mary a. with her ,John 1 :32, it a. upon him 14 :23, make our a. with him Acts 14 :3, therefore a. they 18 :3, he a. with them Abolished, annul or destroy. Isa. 2 :18, idols he shall utterly a. Ezek. 6 :6, your works may be a. II. Cor. 3 :13, that which is a. II. Tim. 1 :10, Christ who a. death Abominable, very hateful. I. Chron. 21 :6, king's word a. to Job 15 :16, how much more a. Ps. 14 :1, they have done a. works Jer. 44 :4, do not this a. thing Ezek. 16 :52, sins thou com- mitted a. Tit. 1 :16, deny him being a. I. Pet. 4 :3, walked in a. idola- tries Rev. 21 :8, unbelieving and the a. Abomination, detestable. Lev. 18 :26, not commit these a. Deut. 7 :26, a. into thine house 18 :9, after the a. of those na- tions 25 :16, that do unrighteously are a. Prov. 3 :32, froward is a. to the Lord 8 :7, wickedness is an a. 15 :8, sacrifice of wicked a. 16 :5 ; 20 :23 ; 28 :9. Jer. 4 :1, put away thine a. 8 :12, they committed a. Ezek. 5 :9, because of all thine a. Matt. 24 :15, see the a. of deso- lation Rev. 17 :5, mother of harlots and a. Abound, great plenty. Prov. 28 :20, faithful shall a. Matt. 24 :12, iniquity shall a. Rom. 5 :20, offense might a. II. Cor. 9 :8, able to make grace a. Phil. 1 :9, love may a. more 4 :12, I know how to a. 17, fruit that may a. to I. Thess. 4 :12, a. in love one II. Pet. 1 :8, things be in you and a. Above, higher, heaven. Ex. 20 :4, that is in heaven a. Ps. 18 :16, sent from a. John 3 :31, cometh from a. is a. all. Gal. 4 :26, Jerusalem which is a. Eph. 4 :6, God who is a. all Col. 3 :1, seek things which are a. Jas. 1 :17, every perfect gift from a. Absent, away from. Gen. 31 :49, a. one from I. Cor. 5 :3, a. in body but present II. Cor. 5 :6, in body we are a. 10 :1, being a. am bold toward Col. 2 :5, though I be a. in flesh Abstain, hold off from. Acts. 15 :20, a. from idols I. Thess. 4 :3, a. from fornication 5 :22, a. from appearance of evil. I. Tim. 4 :3, a. from meats I. Pet. 2 :11, a. from fleshly lusts Abundance, great fullness. I. Sam. 1 :16, out of the a. of complaint I. K. 18 :41, sound of a. of rain II. Chron. 29 :21, sacrifices in a. Ps. 52 :7, trusted in a. of his riches 72 :7, a. of peace so long Eccl. 5 :10, loveth a. with in- crease 12, a. of rich will not suffer Matt. 12 :34, out of a. of the heart 13 :12, shall have more a. Luke 12 :15, life consisteth not in a. II. Cor. 8 :2, a. of their joy 12 :7, through a. of their revela- tions Abundant, ample, plentiful. Ex. 34 :6, a. in goodness Isa. 56 :12, much more a. I. Cor. 15 :10, laboured more a. I. Tim. 1 :14, grace of our Lord a. Abuse, improper treatment. I. Cor. 9 :18, a. not my power Accept, receive kindly. Lev. 26 :41, a. of thy punishment Deut. 33 :11, a. the work of his hands II. Sam. 24 :23, Lord thy God a. thee Job 13 :8, will ye a. his person 42:8, him will I a. Ps. 119 :108, a. free-will offerings Ezek. 43 :27, I will a. you saith Mai. 1 :10, neither will I a. Luke 5 :24, no prophet a. in his Acts 24 :3, we a. it always Acceptable, well-pleasing. Lev. 22 :20, shall not be a. Ps. 19 :14, meditations of my heart be a. 69 :13, prayer in an a. time Prov. 10 :32, know what is a. 21 :3, judgment is more a. Eccl. 12 :10, sought to find out a. Isa. 61 :2, a. year of the Lord Jer. 6 :20, burnt offerings not a. Luke 4 :19, preach the a. year Rom. 12:1, 2; Phil. 4:18; I. Tim. 2:3. Access, admission. Rom. 5 :2, by whom also we have a. Eph. 3 :18, both have a. by one Spirit 3 :12, boldness and a. Accomplish, perform, finish. Lev. 22 :21, offerings to the Lord to a. Ps. 64 :6, they a. diligent search Prov. 13 :19, desire a. sweet to the soul Isa. 40 :2, her warfare is a. Luke 9 :31, decease he should a. 12 :50, straitened till it be a. John 19 :28, all things now a. I. Pet. 5 :9, affliction are a. Accord, agreement, consent. Lev. 25 :5, groweth of its own a. Acts 1 :14, continued with one a. 2 :1, all with one a. in one place 12 :10, opened to them of own a. I. Cor. 8 :17 ; Phil. 2 :2. Account, reckoning, estimate. II. K. 12 :4, every one passeth a. Job 33 :13, giveth not a. of his Ps. 144 :3, makest a. of him Eccl. 7 : 27, counting to find out a. Dan. 6 :2, princes might give a. Matt. 12 :36, shall give a. thereof Luke 16:2, give a. of thy stew- ardship ACCURSED. Acts 19 :40, we may give an a. Rom. 14 : 12, every one shall give a Philem. 18, put that on mine a. Heb. 13 :17, they must give a. Accursed, devoted to ruin. Deut. 21 :23, he that is hanged is a. Josh. 6 :18, keep from a. thing Isa. 65 :20, sinner shall be a. Rom. 9 :3, were a. from Christ I. Cor. 12 :3, no man calleth Jesus a. Gal. 1 :8, let him be a. Accusation, censure. Ezra 4 :6, wrote to him an a. Matt. 27 :37, set over his head a. 'Luke 6 :7, might find an a. 19 :8, taken anything by false a. Acts 25 :18, brought none a. I. Tim. 5 :19, receive not an a. II. Pet. 2 :11, bring not railing a. Accuse, charge with crimes. Prov. 30 :10, a. not a servant unto Luke 3 :14, neither a. any falsely John 5 :45, do not think I will a. Acts 28 :19, I had ought to a. my I. Pet. 3 :16, falsely a. you good Accusers, one who speaks down. John 8 :10, where are thine a. Acts 23 :30, commandment to a. Tit. 2 :3, not false a. not given to Accustomed, taught, trained. Jer. 13 :23, are a. to do evil Acknowledge, own, confess. Deut. 33 :9, neither did he a. his Ps. 51 :3, a. my trangression Prov. 3 :6, in all thy ways a. him Isa. 33 :13, ye that are near a. my Jer. 3 :13, only a. thine iniquity Hos. 5 :15, till they a. their I. Cor. 14 :37, let him a. that the 16 :18, a. ye them that are such II. Cor. 1 :13, what ye read or a. Acquaint, make known. Job. 22 :21, a. now thyself with Ps. 139 :3, a with all my ways Isa. 53 :3, man of sorrows a. with Acquaintance, one known. Job 19 :13, mine a. are estranged Ps. 31 :11, a fear to mine a. 55 :13, mine equal and mine a. Luke 2 :44, sought among a. Acts 24 :23, forbid none of his a. Acquit, declare innocent. Job. 10 :14. wilt not a. me from Nah. 1 :3, will not a. wicked Acts, work, deed. Deut. 3 :7, see all the great a. Judg. 5 :11, rehearse risrhteous a. I. K, 12 :41, rest of the a. of Solomon Ps. 103 :7,' his a. unto the chil- dren 106 :2, mighty a. of the Lord 150 :2. praise him for mighty a. Isa. 28 :21, his a. his strange a. Actions, conduct, behaviour. I. Sam. 2 :3, by him a. are weighed Activity, strength, force. Gen. 47 :6, knowest men of a. Adamant, very hard, diamond. Ezek. 3 :9, as a. harder than flint Zech. 7 :11, their hearts as a. stone Add, to give, increase. Gen. 30 :24, Lord shall a. to me Num. 35 :6, to them ye shall a. Deut. 4 :2, shall not a. to the I. K. 12:11, I will a. to your yoke Ps. 69 :27, a. iniquity to their Prov. 3 :2, peace shall they a. Isa. 30 :1 ; Matt. 6 :27 ; Phil. 1:16. II. Pet. 1 :5, a. to your faith virtue Rev. 22 :18, shall a. unto these Adder, poisonous serpent. Gen. 49 :17, an a. in the path Ps. 58 :4, are like the deaf a. 91 :13, tread upon the lion and a. 140 :3, a. poison under their lips Prov. 23 :32, stingeth like an a. Addicted, to apply, devote. I. Cor. 15 :10, a. themselves to ministry CONCORDANCE. Adjure, charge earnestly. Josh. 6 :26, Joshua a. them at that. I. K. 22 :16, how many times shall I a. Matt. 26 :63, I a. thee by the Mark 5 :7 ; Acts 19 :13 Administer, to minister, supply. II. Cor. 8 :19, grace is a. by us 9 :12, a. of this service Admiraton, wonder, surprise. Jude 16, persons in a. because Rev. 17 :6, wondered with great a. Admonish, warn, reprove gently. Eccl. 4 :13, will no more be a. Acts 27 :9, Paul a. them Rom. 15 :14, able to a. one an- other Col. 3 :16, a. one another in psalms II. Thess. 3 :15, a. him as a brother Heb. 8 :5, Moses was a. of God Adoption, placing as a child. Rom. 8 :15, received spirit of a. 23, waiting for the a. 9 :4, to whom pertaineth the a. Gal. 4 :5, we receive a. of sons Eph. 1 :5, predestinated us to the a. Adorn, beautify, ornament. Isa. 61 :10, as a. bride a. herself Jer. 31 :4, a. with thy tabrets Luke 21 :5, temple a. with stones I. Tim. 2 :9, women a. in modest Tit. 2 :10, a. doctrine of God I. Pet. 33, a let it not be out- ward a. 5, trusted in God a. themselves Rev. 21 :2, bride a. for her hus- band Adulterer, one who commits adultery. Lev. 20 :10, a. surely put to death Job 24 :15, eye of a. waiteth Ps. 50 :18, partaker with a. Isa. 57 :3, the seed of the a. Jer. 9 :2, a. assembly of treach- erous Hos. 7 :4, they are all a. as an oven Mai. 3 :5, swift witness against a. Luke 18 :11, not as others a. I. Cor. 6 :9, idolaters, nor a. Heb. 13 :4, a. God will judge Jas. 4 :4, ye a. and a. know ye not Advantage, profit, benefit. Job 35 :3, what a. will it be unto Luke 9 :25, what is man a. if he Rom. 3 :1, what a. hath the Jew I. Cor. 15 :32, what a. it me if dead II. Cor. 2 :11, lest Satan get an a. Adversary, antagonist, enemy. Ex. 23 :22, an a. unto thine a. Num. 22 :22, angel stood for an a. I. K. 5 :4, neither a. nor evil Esth. 7 :6, the a. and enemy this Ps. 74 :10, how long shall the a. Isa. 50 :8, who is mine a. Lam. 4 :12, a. and enemy should Matt. 5 :25, agree with thine a. Luke 12 :58, goest with thine a. 18 :3, avenge me of mine a. I. Tim. 5 :14, give none occasion to a. I. Pet. 5 :8, your a. the devil, as a Adversity, misfortune, distress. II. Sam. 4 :9, my soul out of all a. II. Chron. 15 :6, God did vex them with a. Ps. 10 :6, I shall never be in a. 31 :7. hast known my soul in a. 35 :15, in mine a. they rejoiced Prov. 17 :17, a brother born for a. 24:10, thou faint in the day of a. Eccl. 7 :14, in day of a. consider Isa. 30 :32, give you bread of a. Heb. 13 :3, them which suffer a. Advice, suggestion. Judg. 19 :30, take a. and speak 20 :7, give your a. and counsel I. Sam. 25 :33, blessed be thy a. II. Sam. 19 :43, our a. should not be Prov. 20 :18, with good a. make II. Cor. 8 :10, herein I give my a Advocate, one who pleads the cause of another. I. John 2 :1, we have an a. with the Father Afar, far off. Gen. 22 :4, saw the place a. off Ex. 24 :1, worship ye a. off Job 36 :3, fetch my knowledge from a. Ps. 138 :6, proud he knoweth a. off Prov. 31 :14, bringeth her food from a. Jer. 30 :10, will save thee from a. Matt. 26 :58, Peter followed him a. Mark 5 :6, saw Jesus a. off he ran Acts 2 :39, promise to all that are a. II. Pet. 1 :9, cannot see a. off Affairs, business of any kind. Ps. 112 :5, guide his a. with dis- cretion Dan. 2 :49, over a. of the prov- ince Phil. 1 :27, may hear of your a. II. Tim. 2 :4, with a. of this life Affect, influence, move. Lam. 3 :51, mine eye a. mine heart Acts 14 :2, their minds evil a. Gal. 4 :17, they zealously a. you 18 Affection, feeling, passion. I. Chron. 29 :3, set my a. to the Rom. 1 :31, without natural a. II. Cor. 7 :15, a. more abundant Col. 3 :2, set your a. on things 5, inordinate a. evil Affinity, close agreement. I. K. 3 ;1, Solomon made a. with Pharaoh II. Chron. 18 :1, joined a. with Ahab Ezra 9 :14, join in a. with people Afflict, grieve, trouble. Gen. 15 :13, they shall a. them 31 :50, shalt a. my daughters Ex. 1 :11, taskmasters to a. 22 :22, shall not a. any widow or Lev. 16-29, ye shall afflict your Num. 30 :13, binding oath to a. Judg. 16 :19, she began to a. him II. Sam. 7 :10, children of wick- edness a. I. K. 11 :39, for this a. seed of David Job 37 :23, he will not a. Ps. 55 :19, God shall hear and a. 94 :5, a. thine heritage 143 :12, destroy all that a. my soul Isa. 51 :23, hand of them that a. Jer. 31 :28, to destroy and to a. Lam. 3 :33, doth not a. willingly Amos 5 :12, they a. the just 6 :14, they shall a. you Nah. 1 :12, will a. thee no more Zeph.3:19,I will undo all that a. Affliction, adversity, sorrow. Gen. 29 :32, Lord looked upon my a. 41 :52, fruitful in land of a. Ex. 3 :7, have seen the a. of my 4 :31, looked upon their a. Deut. 16 :3, even the bread of a. I. Sam. 1 :11 ; II. Sam. 16:12 ; II. K. 14 :26 II. Chron. 20 :9 ; 33 :12 Neh. 1 :3, remnant in great a. Job 5:6, a. cometh not of the dust 10 :15, see thou mine a. 30 :16, days of a. have taken hold 36 :8, holden in cords of a. 15, he delivereth the poor in his a. Ps. 25 :18, look upon mine a. and 44 :24, forgettest our a. and our 66 :11, thou laidst a. upon our 88 :9, mourneth by reason of a. 106 :44 ; 107 :10, 39, 41 119 :50, my comfort in my a. 92, should have perished in my a. 153, consider rnine a. Isa. 30 :20, the water of a. AGED. 48 :10, chosen thee in furnace of a. 63 :9, in all their a. he was a. Jer. 4 :15, publisheth a. from 16 :19, Lord my refuge in day of a. 30 :15, why criest thou for thine a. 48 :16, his a. hasteth fast Lam. 1 :3, 7, 9 ; 3 :1, 19 Hos. 5 :15, in a. they seek me early Amos 6 :6 ; Obad. 13 ; Jonah 2 :2 ; Nah. 1 :9. Zech. 1:15; 10, 11; Mark 4 :17 : 13 :9. Acts 7 :11, came a dearth and great a. II. Cor. 2 :4, out of much a. and 4 :17, our light a. which is for a 8 :2, a great trial of a. Phil. 1 :16, add a. to my bonds 4 :14, communicate with my a. I. Thess. 1 :6, received word in much a. 3 :7, comforted over you in our a. Heb. 11 :25, choosing to suffer a. Jas. 1 :27, visit fatherless in their a. 5 :10, example of suffering and a. Afraid, fearful, timid. Lev. 26 :6, none shall make you a. Num. 12 :8, were ye not a. to speak Job 13 :21, let not thy dread make me a. Ps. 56 :3, what time I am a. 112 :7, shall not be a. of evil tidings 119 :120, I am a. of thy judg- ments Prov. 3 :25, be not a. of sudden fear Isa. 12 :2, will trust and not be a. Matt. 14 :27, it is I ; be not a. Mark 5 :36, be not a. only be- lieve Luke 12 :4 : Heb. 11 :23 ; I. Pet. 3:6, 14. Afresh, anew, again. Heb. 6 :6, they crucify Son of God a. Afterward, subsequently. Ex. 11 :1, a. he will let you go hence Num. 31 :2, a. shalt thou be Judg. 7:11, a. shall thy hands be I. Sam. 9 :13, bless the sacri- fice ; a. eat 24 :5, a David's heart smote him Job 18 :2, a. we will speak Ps. 73 :24, a. receive me to glory Prov. 20 :17, a. his mouth shall be 29 :11, wise man keepeth it in till a. Matt. 4 :2, was a. an hungered John 5 :14, a. Jesus flndeth him Against, in opposition to. Gen. 16 :12, his hand a. every man Lev. 20 :3, set my face a. that man Matt. 10 :35, set a man a. his father 12 :30, he that is not with me is a. Acts 19 :36, cannot be spoken a. 28 :22, this sect everywhere spoken a. Age, lifetime. Gen. 47 :28, whoLe a. of Jacob 147 years Num. 8 :25, from the a. of 50 years I. Sam. 2 :23, die in flower of their a. Job 5 :26, come to grave in full a. Ps. 39 :5, mine a. is as nothing Isa. 38 :12, mine a. is departed and Zech. 8 :4, staff in hand for very a. Mark 5 :42, she was of the a. of John 9 :21, he is of a. ask him Heb. 5 :14, strong meat belong- eth to full a. Aged, advanced in years. II. Sam. 19 :32, Barzillai was a very a. man Job 12 :20, taketh away under- standing of a. 15 :10, gray-headed and very a. men AGONY. CONCORDANCE. ANOINT. 29 :8, the a. rose and stood up Tit. 2 :2, a. men be sober, grave 3, a. women likewise that they Philem. 9, such an one as Paul the a. Agony, extreme pain of body or mind. Luke 22 :44, being in an a. he prayed Agree, approve, give consent. Amos 3 :3, two walk together except they a. Matt. 5 :25, a. with thine ad- versary 18 :19, two of you shall a. on earth 20 :13, didst not thou a. with me Mark 14 :56, their witness a. not Acts 5 :9, ye have a. to tempt the Spirit 28 :25, they a. not among them- selves I. John 5 :8, these three a. in one Aileth, indisposed, in trouble. Gen. 21 :17, what a. thee, Hagar I. Sam. 11 :5, what a. the people Ps. 114 :5, what a. thee, O thou sea Air, atmosphere. Eccl. 10 :20, bird of a. shall carry Matt. 8 :20, birds of a. have nests Acts 22 :23, threw dust into the a. I. Cor. 9 :26, not as one beateth the a. Eph. 2 :2, prince of the power of a. I. Thess. 4 :17, meet the Lord in the a. Rev. 9 :2, sure and a. were dark- ened Alarm, call to arms, danger sig- nal. Num. 10 :5, blow an a. the camps II. Chron. 13 :12, trumpets cry a. Jer. 4 :19, past heard a. of war Joel 2 :1, sound on a. in my Zeph. 1 :16, day of a. against Alas, expressive of sorrow, grief. Num. 12 :11, a. my Lord, I be- seech Josh. 7 :7, Joshua said a. O Lord God II. K. 6 :5, a. master for it was Rev. 18 :10, a. a. that great city Alien, stranger. Ex. 18 :3, I have been an a. in a. Job 19 :15, I am an a. in their Ps. 69 :8 ; Isa. 61 :5 ; Lam. 5 :2. Eph. 2 :12, being a. from Heb. 11 :34, armies of the a. Alive, to live, be active. Gen. 12 :12 ; Ex. 1 :17 ; Lev. 10:16; Num. 16:3. Deut. 4 :4, are a. every one of you Judg. 8 :19, if ye had saved them a. Ps. 30 :3, thou hast kept me a. Jer. 49 :11, fatherless I will pre- serve a. Mark 16 :11, heard that he was a. Luke 15 :24, my son was dead, is a. 24 :23, Acts 1 :3 ; 25 :19 ; Rom. 6:11. I. Cor. 15 :22, in Christ shall all be made a. I. Thess. 4 :15, we which are a. and Rev. 1 :18, behold I am a. for evermore Allegory, figurative application of facts. Gal. 4 :24, which things are an a. Alleluia, praise. Rev. 19 :1, people in heaven say- ing a. Allow, permit, sanction. Luke 11 :48, ye a. the deeds of your Acts 24 :15, they themselves also a. Rom. 7 :15, which I do I a. not I. Thess. 2 :4, we were a. of God Allure, persuade, entice. Hos. 2 :14, behold I will a. her II. Pet. 2 :18, they a. through lusts Almighty, all-powerful. Gen. 17 :1, I am the a. God ; walk 28:3; 35:11; 43:14; 48:3; 49 :25. Ex. 6 :3 ; Num. 24 :4. Ruth 1 :20, the a. hath dealt very Job 5 :17, despise not chasten- ing of a. 6 :4, 14 ; 8 :3, 5 ; 11 :7 ; 13 :3 ; 15 :25 ; 21 :15, 20 ; 22 :3, 17, 23, 25, 26 ; 23, 16 ; 24 :1 ; 27 :2, 10, 11, 13; 29:5; 31:2, 35; 32 :8 ; 33 :4 ; 34 :10, 12 ; 35 :13 ; 37 :23. Ps. 68 :14, a. scattered kings in it 91 :1, abide under the shadow of the a. Isa. 13 :6, destruction from the a. Ezek. 1 :24, voice of the a. 10 :5. Joel 1 :15, from the a. shall it come II. Cor. 16:18, my sons saith Lord a. Rev. 1 :8, was and is to come, the a. 4:8; 11 :17 ; 15:3; 16:7, 14 ; 19 :15 ; 21 :22. Almond, fruit of almond tree. Gen. 43 :11, myrrh, nuts and a. Ex. 25 :33, bowls made like unto a. Num. 17 :8, rod of Aaron yielded a. Eccl. 12 :5, a. tree shall flourish Jer. 1 :11, I see a rod of an a tree Almost, nearly. Ex. 17 :4, a. ready to stone me Ps. 73 :2, my feet were a. gone 94 :17, my soul had a. dwelt 119 :87, a. consumed me upon Prov. 5 :14, was a. in all evil in Acts 13 :44, came a. the whole city 19 :26, a. throughout all Asia 27 :27, seven days a. ended the 26 :28, a. thou persuadest me to be 29, both a. and altogether such Heb. 9 :22, a. all things are by law Alms, kindness, charity. Matt. 6:1, do not your a. before men 2, when thou doest thine a. do not 4, that thine a. may be in secret Luke 11 :41, give a. of such things 12 :33, sell that ye have and give a. Acts 3 :2, to ask a. of them that 3, seeing Peter and John asked a. 10, he which sat for a. 9 :36. 10 :2, gave much a. to the people 4, thy prayers and a. come up 24 :17, came to bring a. to my Alone, solitary, single. Gen. 2 :18, not good man should be a. Ex. 18 :18, not able to perform it a. 24 :2, Moses a. shall come near Deut. 32 :12, Lord a. did lead him 11. Sam. 18 :25, if he be a. there I. Chron. 29 :1, Solomon whom a Job 1 :16, I only am escaped- a Ps. 83 :18, thou whose name a. is 102 :7, am as a sparrow a. on Matt. 4 :4, man shall not live bread a. 14 :23, he was there a. 18:15 : Mark 4:34 ; 6:47. Luke 5 :21, can forgive sins but God a. John 6 :15, departed to a moun- tain a. 8:16, I am not a. but I and the Rom. 4 :23, for his sake a. 11 :3, I am left a. and they seek Altar, place of sacrifice. Gen. 8 :20, Noah builded an a. 12:7; 35:1, 3; Ex. 17:15; 20 :24. Lev. 6 :9. fire of the a. shall be Num. 7 :84, dedication of the a Judg. 6 :25, throw down the a. of I. K. 13 :2, O a. a. thus saith the 18 :30, 35 ; II. K. 18 :22. Ps. 26 :6. compass thine a. Isa. 56 :7, sacrifices accepted on my a. Matt. 5 :23, bring thy gift to the a. 23 :18, swear by the a. it is Acts 17 :23, found an a. with this Heb. 7 :13, attendance at the a. 13 :10, we have an a. whereof Rev. 6 :9, saw under the a. souls 8 :3, with prayers on golden a. 9 :13, four horns of golden a. Alway, throughout all time. Gen. 6 :3, my Spirit not a. strive Deut. 14 :23, fear the Lord a. I. Chron. 16 :15, mindful a. of covenant Job 27 :10, a. call upon God 32 :9, great men are not a. wise Ps. 9 :18, needy shall not a. be 16 :8, have set the Lord a. be- fore me 103 :9, he will not a. chide Prov. 28 :14, happy the man that feareth a. Isa. 57 :16, neither will I be a. wroth Matt. 26 :11, have the poor a. with you 28 :20, lo, I am with you a. even to the John 8 :29, do a. things that please Acts 10 :2, prayed to God a. II. Cor. 6 :10, yet a. rejoicing Eph. 6 :18, praying a. with all Phil. 4 :4, rejoice in the Lord a. Col. 4 :6, speech be a. with grace Amazed, astonished, surprised. Judg. 20 :41, men of Benjamin a Job 32 :15, they were a. and an swered Ezek. 32 :10, will make many peo pie a. Matt. 19 :25, disciples were ex ceedingly a. Mark 2 :12, were all a. and glori- fied God 14 :33, began to be sore a. and heavy Luke 9 :43, a. at the mighty power Acts 9 :21, ail that heard him were a. Ambassador, messenger. Prov. 13 :17, faithful a. is health Jer. 49 :14, an a. is sent to the heathen Eph. 6 :20, I am an a. in the bonds Ambush, concealed place. Josh. 8 :2, lay thee an a. for the city Jer. 51 :12, set up watchmen prepare a. Amen, verily so be it. Num. 6 :22, woman shall say a. a Deut. 27 :15, all people shall say a. a. I. K. 1 :36 ; I. Chron. 16 :36 ; Ps. 41 :13; 72:19. 89 :52, blessed be the Lord for- evermore a. Matt. 6 :13, power and glory for ever a. I. Cor. 14 :16 ; II. Cor. 1 :20 ; Rev. 1 :18 ; 3 :14 ; 5 :14. Amend, correct, reform. Jer. 7 :3, a. your ways and your John 4 :52, the hour he began to a. Amiable, beloved. Ps. 84 :1, how a. are thy taber- nacles. Amiss, wrong, faulty. II. Chron. 6 :37, we have done a Dan. 3 :29, speak anything a against Luke 23 :41, this man hath done nothing a. Jas. 4 :3, receive not because ye ask a. Anchor, that which gives stabil- ity. Acts 27 :30, would have cast a. Heb. 6 :19, hope we have as an a. of the Ancient, aged, old. Job 12:12, with the a. is wisdom Pro. 22 :28, remove not a. land- mark Isa. 9 :15, awake as in the a. days Angel, messenger. Gen. 48 :16, a. which redeemed me Ex. 32 :2, I will send an a. be- fore thee Ps. 34 :7, a. of the Lord encamp- eth 78 :25, man did eat a. food 91 :11, give his a. change over thee 103 :20, bless the Lord ye his a. 148 :2, praise ye him, all his a. Eccl. 5 :6, neither say thou be- fore the a. Isa. 37 :36, a. of the Lord went forth Hos. 14 :4, had power over the a. Matt. 4 :11, a. came and minis- tered 13 :39, the reapers are the a. 18 :10, in heaven their a. do always Mark 12 :25, are as the a. in heaven Luke 15 :10, joy in the presence of the a. 24 :23, had also seen a vision of a. John 1 :51, a. of God ascending and 5 :4, an a. went down at a cer- tain 20 :12, seeth two a. in white Acts 5 :19, a. of the Lord by night 12:5, it is his a. Rom. 8 :38, neither death, nor life, nor a. I. Cor. 6 :3, shall judge a. 13 :1, with tongues of men and of a. II. Cor. 11 :14, transformed into an a. Heb. 2 :2, word spoken by a. was 7, little lower than the a. 13 :2, entertained a. unawares I. Pet. 1 :12, a. desire to look into II. Pet. 2 :4, God spared not the a. Rev. 2:1; 3 :5 ; 5 :2 ; 7 :11 ; 8 :6 ; 10 :9 ; 14 :19. Anger, indignation, fury. Ex. 32 :22, let not the a. of the Lord Deut. 29 :24, meaneth heat of his a. Josh. 7 :26, from fierceness of his a. Job 9 :13, will not withdraw his a. Ps. 27 :9, put not thy servant away in a. 30 :5, his a. endureth but a mo- ment 37.8, cease from a. 77 :9, hath he in a. shut up 90 :7, we are consumed by thine a. 11, who knoweth power of thine a. 103 :8, Lord is merciful, slow to a. 9, neither will he keep his a. Prov. 15 :1, grievous words stir up a. 16 :32, slow to a. better than mighty Eccl. 7 :9, a. resteth in bosom of fools Isa. 5 :25, a. of the Lord kindled Mark 3 :5, looked on them with a. Eph. 4 :31, let all a. be put away Col. 3 :21, provoke not your chil- dren to a. Anguish, great pain, distress. Gen. 4 :21, saw the a. of his soul Ex. 6 :9, for a. of spirit, and cruel II. Sam. 1 :9, slay me for a. is come Job 7 :11, will speak in the a. of my 15 :24, trouble and a. shall make Ps. 119 :143 ; Prov. 1 :27 ; Isa. 30:6. John 16 :21, remembereth no more the a. Rom. 2 :9, a. upon every soul of man II. Cor. 2 :4, out of a. of heart I wrote you Anoint, pour oil upon, appoint. Ex. 28 :41, a. them and conse- crate them 30 :26, shalt a. the tabernacle Lev. 16 :32, priest whom he C Vl Q 1 1 Q Deut. 28 :40, shalt not a. thyself Judg. 9 :8, trees went to a. a king ANOINTED. CONCORDANCE. ASK. I. Sam. 15 :1, a. the king over Israel Dan. 9 :24, a. the most Holy Matt. 6 :17, when thou fastest a. thy Mark 14 :8, she is come to a. my body 16 :1, bought spices that they might a. Luke 7 :46, with oil thou didst not a. Rev. 3 :18, a. thine eyes with eyesalve Anointed, consecrated. Lev. 4 :3. priest that is a. do sin I. Sam. 10 :1, Lord hath a. thee captain Ps. 20 :6, Lord saveth his a. 28:8: 84:9; 89:38. 51. 105 :15, touch not mine a. Isa. 45 :1, thus saith Lord to his a. Zech. 5 :14, these are the two a. ones Answer, reply, response. Gen. 4 :16, give Pharaoh an a. of Deut. 20 :11, shall make thee a. of peace Esth. 4 :5, return Mordecai this a. Ps. 27 :7, have mercy upon me and a. 86 :7, for thou wilt a. me 108 :6, save me with right hand and a. 143 :1, in thy faithfulness a. me Prov. 15 :1, soft a. turneth away wrath 26 :5, a. a fool according to his folly 29 :19, he will not a. Isa. 14 :32, what shall one a. Matt. 22 :46, no man was able to a. Mark 14 :40 ; Luke 11 :17 ; 12:11; 13:25. Col. 4 :6, know how ye ought to a. 2 Tim. 4 :16, at my first a, none 1 Pet. 3 :21, a. of a good con- science Ant, Prov. 6 :6 ; 30 :25. Anti-Christ, opponent of Christ. 1 John 2 :18, heard that a. shall come 22, he is a. that denieth the Father 4 :3, this is that spirit of a. 2 John 7, this is a deceiver and an a. Anvil, iron block with steel face. Isa. 41 :7, him that smote the a. Apart, separate. Ps. 4 :3, set a. him that is godly Zech. 12 :12 ; Matt. 14 :13, 23 ; Jas. 1:21. Apostle, one sent forth. Matt. 10 :2, names of the twelve a. Mark. 6 :30, a. gathered to- gether. Luke 6 :13, chose twelve, named a. Acts 2 :43, many signs done by a. 5 :18, laid their hands on the a. Rom. 1 :1, Paul called to be an a. 11 :13, inasmuch as I am the a. 1 Cor. 9 :1, am I not an a. 15 :9. not meet to be called an a. 2 Cor. 12 :12, signs of an a. were 1 Tim. 2 :7, ordained a preacher and a. 2 Tim. 1 :11 ; Tit. 1 :1 ; Heb. 3 :1. Apostleship, office of the apos- tles. Acts 1 :25, may take part of this a. Rom. 1 :5. received grace and a. 1 Cor. 9 :2. seal of mine a. Gal. 2 :8, effectually in Peter to the a. Apothecary, one who compounds drugs. Ex. 30 :25. 35. Ecci. 10 :1, cause ointment of the a. Apparel, clothing. II. Sam. 12 :20, arose and changed his a. Isa 53 :1, glorious in his a. Zeph. 1 :8, clothed with strange a. Acts 10 :1, two men stood by in white a. 20 :33, coveted no man's silver, or a. I. Tim. 2 :9, adorn themselves in modest a. Jas. 2 :2, man come in goodly a. I. Pet. 3 :3, gold or putting on a. Appear, come before, to be seen. Gen. 1 :9, let the dry land a. Ex. 23 :15, none shall a. before me. Ps 42 :2, come and a. before God 9 :16, let thy work a. unto thy Cant. 2 :12, flowers a. on the earth Ezek. 21 :24, your sins a. Matt. 6 :16, may a. unto men to fast 24 :30, shall a. the sign of the Son Rom. 7 :13, sin that it might a. sin II. Cor. 5 :10, must all a. before Col. 3 :4, Christ who is our life oVi nil $\ I. Tim. 4 :15 ; Heb. 9 :24, 28 ; I. Pet. 4 :18 ; 5 :4. Appetite, strong desire. Job 38 :39, fill the a. of the voung lions Prov. 23 : 2, a man given to a. Eccl. 6 :7, a. is not filled Isa. 29 :8, he is faint, his soul hath a. Apple, fruit. Deut. 32 :10, as the a. of his eye ; Ps. 17 :8 Prov. 25 :11, word fitly spoken like a. of Apply, to place, appropriate. Ps. 90 :12, we may a. our hearts Prov. 2 :2, a. thine heart to un- derstanding ; 22 :17 ; 23 :12. Appoint, assign, allot. Gen. 30 :28, a. me thy wages 41 :34, let Pharaoh a. officers Isa. 26 :1, salvation will God a Ezek. 21 :19, a. thee two ways Matt. 24 :51, a. him his portion Luke 12 :46 ; 22 :99. Acts 6 :3, whom we may a. over II. Tim. 1 :11, I am a. a preacher Heb. 3 :2, faithful to him that a. Apprehended, take fast hold of. II. Cor. 11 :32, desirous to a. me Phil. 3 :12, I may a. that for ; 13. Approach, draw near. Lev. 18 :6, none of you shall a 21 -.17, not a. to offer bread ; 18 Deut. 23 :3, a. this day to battle 31 :14, days a. that thou must die Ps. 65 :4, whom thou causest to a. I. Tim. 6 :16, which no man can a. Approve, like, commend. Ps. 49 :13, their posterity a their sayings Rom. 14 :18, acceptable to God and a. of men I. Cor. 16 :3, you shall a. by your letters Phil. 1 :10, a. things that are excellent Apt, disposed, inclined. II. K. 24 :16, strong and a. for war. I. Tim. 3 :2, bishop must be a. to teacb II. Tim. 2 :24, be gentle unto all men a. Are, to be, to exist. Gen. 41 :26, seven good kine a seven I Cor. 1 :28, bring to naught things that a. 30, a him a. ye in Christ 8 :6, of whom a. all things Heb. 4 :15. tempted like as we a. Rev. 1 :19, write the things which a. Arg'uing, to discuss, reasoning. Job 6 :25, what doth your a. re- prove 23 :4, fill my mouth with a. Aright, without mistake. Ps. 50 :23, ordereth his conver- sation a. 78 :8, set not their heart a. Prov. 15 :2, wise useth knowl- edge a. 23 :31, moveth itself a. Jer. 8 :6, they spake not a. Arise, to stand up, to ascend. I Chron. 22 :16, a. therefore and be doing Ps. 12 :5, now will I a. saith the Lord Isa. 60 :1, a. shine ; for thy light Amos by whom shall Ja- cob a. Mic. 7 :8, when I fall, I shall a. Matt. 9 :5 ; 24 :24 ; Mark 5 :41. Luke 15 :18, I will a. and go to my Eph. 5 :14, a. from the dead Ark, chest, large floating vessel. Gen. 6 :14, make thee an a. of Gen. 7 :18, a. went upon face of the waters Ex. 2 :3, took for him an a. of bulrushes Num. 3 :31, their charge shall be the a. 10 :33, a. of the covenant went before Josh. 4 :11, a. of the Lord passed over 6 :12 ; I Sam. 4 :6 ; 6 :1 ; II Sam. 6 :9 ; I K. 8 :9. II. Chron. 8 :11 ; Jer. 3 :16. Matt. 24 :38, Noe entered into the a. Heb. 9 :4, a. of the covenant overlaid 11 :7, prepared for an a. to the saving I Pet. 4 :20, while the a. was Rev. 11 :19, the a. of his testi- mony Arm, part of the body, strength. Ex. 15 :16, by greatness of thine a. I Sam. 2 :31, cut off thy a. and the a. Ps. 10 :15. break thou the a. of the wicked 44 :3, nor did their own a. save. but thy a. 98 :1, his holy a. hath gotten the victory Isa. 40 :10, 11 :51, 9 ; 52 :10 ; 53 :1. Luke 1 :51. hath shewed strength with his a Acts 13 :17, with high a. brought them I Pet. 4 :1, a. yourselves with same Armies, number of men armed for war Ex. 7 :4, bring forth my a. 12 :17 ; Num. 33 :1 ; Deut. 20 :9 I Sam. 17 :10, 26. Ps. 44 :9, goest not forth with our a. 68 :12, kings of a. did flee Matt. 22 :7, sent forth his a. and Luke 21 :20, Jerusalem com- passed with a. Heb. 11 :34, turned to flight a of the Rev. 19 :14, a. which were in. 19. Armor, weapons of war I Sam. 17 :54, put his a. in his tent II K. 3 :21, gathered all able to put on a. Isa. 22 :8, didst look to the a. Luke 11 :22, taketh all his a. II Cor. 6 :7, the a. of righteous ness Eph. 6:11. put on the whole a of God. 13. Array, order of battle, clothe. II Sam. 10 :9, put them in a against Job 6 :4, terrors of God set in a Jer. 43 :12. a. himself with the 50 :14, in a. against Babylon Matt. 6 :29, Solomon not a. I Tim. 2 :9, not with costly a. Arrogancy, pride, self-conceit. I Sam. 2 :3, let not. a come out of Prov. 8 :13, pride, and a. do I hate Isa. 13 :11, cause the a. of proud to cease Jer. 48 :29, pride of Moab, and a. Arrow, dart used for pleasure or war. I Sam. 20 :36, shot an a. beyond him II K. 9 :24, a. went out at his heart Job 41 :28, a. cannot make him tiee Ps. 11 :2, make ready their a. 91 :5, for the a. that flieth by day Prov. 25 :3, sword and a sharp a. Jer. 9 :8, their tongue is as an a. Zee. 9 :14, his a. shall go forth Artificer, engraver, carver. Gen. 4 :22, instructor of every a. I Chron. 29 :5, made by hands of a. II Chron. 34 :11, to the a. and builders Isa. 3 :3, cunning a. and the Artillery, weapons of war. I Sam. 20 :40, gave his a. to the lad Ascend, to go up, climb. Josh. 6 :5, the people shall a. up Ps. 24 :3, who shall a. into the hill of 139 :8, if I a. up into heaven Isa. 14 :13, I will a. into heaven John 6 :62, shall see Son of man a. 20 :17, I a. unto my Father Rev. 17 :8, shall a. out of bot- tomless pit. Ascribe, to give. Deut. 32 :3, a. greatness unto our Job 36 :3, a. righteousness to my Ps. 68 :34, a. strength unto God Ashamed, abashed, confused. Gen. 2 :25, and were not a. Judg. 3 :25, tarried till they were a. Ezra 9 :6, I am a. and blush to lift Ps. 34 :5, their faces were not a. Prov. 12 :4, she that maketh a. is as Isa. 24 :23, sun a. when the Lord of Luke 13 :17, his adversaries were a. 16 :3, I cannot dig ; to beg I am a. Rom. 1 :16, am not a. of the gospel of 5 :5, hope maketh not a. because II Cor. 8 :14 ; II Tim. 1 :12, 16 ; Neb. 2 :11 ; 11 :16. Ashes, denote frailty of man, humiliation. Gen. 18 :27, am but dust and a. II Sam. 13 :19, Tamar put a. on her head Esth. 4 :1, Mordecai put on sack- cloth with a. 3, many lay in sackcloth and a. Job 42 :6, repent in dust and a. Ps. 147 :16, scattereth hoar-frost like a. Isa. 44 :20, he feedeth on a. Mai. 4 :3 ; Matt. 11 :21 ; Luke 10:13; Heb. 9:13. II Pet. 2 :6, Sodom and Gomor rha into a. Ask, inquire, seek counsel. Ps. 2 :8, a. of me and I will give thee Isa. 7 :11, a. thee a sign of the Lord, a. Jer. 6 :16, a. for the old paths, Zeck. 10 :1, a. ye of the Lord rain Matt. 6 :8, have need of before ye a 7 :7, a. and it shall be given you 9:11: 14:7: 18:19; 20:22, 21 :22 : 22 :46. Luke 11 :13, Holy Spirit to them that a. John 1:19: 9:21: 11:22; 13:24 : 14 :13, 14; 15:7. Eph. 3 :20. above all we that we a. or ASLEEP. CONCORDANCE. BAPTIZED. Jas. 1 :5, if any lack wisdom let him a. 6, a. in faith, nothing wavering 4:2, 3 ; I John 3:22; 5:14, 15, 16. Asleep, take rest in sleep, to die. Judg. 4 :21, was fast a. and weary Cant. 7 :9, lips of those tha' are a. to speak Jonah 1 :5, Jonah lay, and was fast a. Math. 8:24, arose a tempest, but he was a. ! 26 :40, findeth the disciple a. Acts 7 :60, said this, he fell a. I. Cor. 15 :6, some are fallen a. 18, fallen a. in Christ I. Thess. 4 :13, 15 ; II. Pet. 3 :4. Asp, kind of viper, adder. Deut. 32 :33, cruel venom of a. Job, 20 :14, it is the gall of a. 16. Isa. 11 :8, child play on the hole of the a. Rom. 3 :13, poison of a. is under their lips Ass, animal. Isa, 1 :3, a. knoweth his master's crib Zech. 9 ;9, lowly, and riding upon an a. Matt. 21 :12, shall find an a. tied 5. Luke 13 :15 ; 14 :5 : John 12 :14, 15. II. Pet. 2 :16, dum a. speaking with. Assembly, appointed gathering. Lev. 23 :36, it is a solemn a. Num. 20 :6, went from the pres- ence of a. I. Sam. 17 :47, this a. shall know the Lord II. Chron. 30 :23, a. took counsel to keep Ps. 22 :16, a. of the wicked have 89 :7, God is to be feared in a. of the saints 111 :1, praise the Lord in the a. of the Prov. 5 :14 ; Jer. 6:11; 9 :2 ; Sam. 2 :6. Acts 19 :32, the a. was confused 39, determined in a lawful a. 41, he dismissed the a. Heb. 12 :23, general a. and church of Jas. 2 :2, there come to your a. a man Assuage, to restrain, subside. Gen. 8 :1, over the earth, and waters a. Job. 16 :5, should a. your grief 6, my grief is not a. Assurance, full conviction. Deut. 28 :66, none a. of thy life Isa. 32 :17, quietness and a. Acts 17 :31, given a. to all men Col. 2 :2, full a. of understanding I. Thess. 1 :5, gospel came in much a. Heb. 6 :11, full a. of hope to the end 10 :22, true heart in full a. Astray, to err, wander. Ps. 119 :176, have gone a. like Isa. 53 :6. like sheep have gone a. Ezek. 44 :10, Israel went a. Matt. 18 :13 ; Luke 15 :4 ; I. Pet. 2 :25. Athirst, to be thirsty. Judg. 15 :-8, sore a. and called on the Lord Ruth 2 :9, when a. go to the ves- sels Matt. 25 :44, when saw we thee a. Rev. 2 :16, give unto him that is a. 22 :17, let him that is a. come Atonement, reconciliation, ran- som. Lev. 6 :11, make an a. for. 16, 17, 18. 23 :28, day of a. to make an a. Num. 8:21; 16:46; 25:13; 31 :50 ; II. Sam. 21 :3. Neh. 10 :33, make an a. for Is- rael. Rom. 5 :11, have now received a. Attain, to get. obtain. Ps. 139 :6, cannot a. unto it Prov. 1 :5, man of understanding shall a. Ezek. 46 :7, hand shall a. to it Hos. 8 :5, how long ere they a. to Acts 27 :12, might a. to Phenice, Phil. 3 :11, a. unto the resurrec tion of the Attend, give attention. Ps. 17 :1, O Lord, a. unto my cry 55 :2, a. unto me and hear me 86:6. Prov. 4 :1, a. to know under standing 20, my son a. to my words, 5 :1 I. Cor. 7 :35, a. upon the Lord Author, cause, occasion. I. Cor. 14 :33, God not the a. of confusion Heb. 5 :9, a. of eternal salvation 12 :2, Jesus the a. of our faith Authority, power to govern. Prov. 29 :2, righteous in a. peo pie rejoice Matt. 7 :29, taught as one having a. 8 :9, I am under a. 20 :25 ; 21 :23. Mark 1 :27 ; 13, 34. Luke 9 :1, gave them power and a. John 5 :27, given him a. to exe- cute I. Cor. 15 :24, down all rule and a. I. Tim. 2 :2. for all that are in a. I. Pet. 3 :22, angels and a. made Rev. 13 :2, dragon gave him great a. Availeth, to benefit, profit, aid. Esth. 5 :13, this a. me nothing. Gal. 5 :6, in Christ circumcision a. Jas. 5 :16, prayer of righteous man a. Aveng'e, punishment, revenge. Lev. 19 :18, shall not a. nor bear grudge 26 :25, shall a. the quarrel of my Deut. 32 :43, will a. the blood of his I. Sam. 24 :12, the Lord a. me of thee Isa. 1 :24, a. me of mine enemies Luke 18 :7, shall not God a. his own elect 8, tell you that he will a. them speedily Rom. 12 :19, dearly beloved, a. not yourselves Rev. 6 :10, judge and a. our blood Avoid, turn from, beware of. Prov. 4 :15, a. it pass not by it, turn from Rom. 16 :17, them which cause division a. I. Cor. 7 :2, a fornication, let every II. Tim. 2:23, foolish and un- learned questions a. Avouched, declare or assent. Deut. 26 :17, hast a. the Lord to be thy God 18, Lord a. thee this day before his people Awake, rouse from sleep, active. Job. 8 :6, he would a. for thee Ps. 17 :15, when I a. in thy like- ness 35 :23, a. to my judgment 139 :18, when I a. I am still with thee I. Cor. 15 :34, a. to righteousness and sin not Eph. 5 :14, a. thou that sleepest Awe, reverential fear. Ps. 4 :4, stand in a. and sin not 33 :8, inhabitants of world stand in a. 119 :162, my heart standeth in a. Axe, carpenter's tool. •Deut. 19 :5, stroke with the a. I. Sam. 13 :20 ; I. K. 6 :7 ; II. K. 6 :5 ; Isa. 10 :15. Jer. 10 :3 : 51 :20. Matt. 3:10, a. is laid unto root of trees Babbler, idle talker. Eccl. 10:11 ; Acts 17:18. Babbliner, empty sound. Prov. 23 :29 ; I. Tim. 6 :20 ; II. Tim. 2 :16. Babe, young child. Ex. 2 Ps. 8 Matt, to b. Luke 16, b. Rom. Heb. ! I. Pet :6, behold, the b. wept. :2, out of the mouth of b. 11 :25, hast revealed them 2 :12, find the b. wrapped in lying in the manger 2 :20, a teacher of b. 5 :13, for he is a b. 1 :2, new born b. desire Back, backward, behind. I. Sam. 10 :9, he had turned his b. Neh. 9 :26, cast law behind their b. Ps. 129 :3, plowers plowed upon my b. , Prov. 10:13; 19:29; 26^3. Isa. 38 :17, cast my sins behind thy b. Rom. 11 :10, bow down their b alway Backbiters, one who speaks against. Rom. 1 :30, b. haters of God, de- spiteful Backbiting 1 , secret slander. Ps. 15 :3, he that b. not with his Prov. 25 :23, angry countenance a b. II. Cor. 12:20, strifes, b. whis- perings. Backsliding 1 , turning back or away. Prov. 14 :14, b. in heart shall be Jer. 2 :19, thy b. shall reprove thee 3:6, 8, 11, 12, 14; 5:6; 8:5; 14 :7 ; 31 :22 Hos. 4 :16, Israel slideth back as a b. 11 :7, my people are bent to b. 14 :4, I will heal their b. I will love Backward, toward the back. I. Sam. 5 :18, fell from off the seat b. Ps. 40 :14, let them be driven b. 70 :2. Isa. 44 :25, turneth wise men b. John 18 :6, went b. and fell to the Bad, evil, vicious. Gen. 24 :50, cannot speak to thee b. Lev. 27 :10, 12, 14, 33 ; Num. 13 :19 ; 24 :13. Matt. 13 :48, cast the b. away. 22 :10, both b. and good II. Cor. 5 :10, whether it be good or b. Bag', sack or pouch. Deut. 25 :13, in thy b. divers weights Job 14 :17 ; Prov. 7 :20 ; 16 :11 Isa. 46 :6. Mic. 6 :11 ; Hag. 1 :6 ; John 12 :6 13 :29. Bake, to cook. Gen. 19 :3, did b. unleavened bread Ex. 16 :23, b. that which ye will b. Lev. 24 :5 ; 26 :26. Baker, one who bakes. Gen. 40:1, 20, 22; 41:10; Hos 7 :4, 6. Balance, scales for weighing. Lev. 19 :36. just b. just weights Jer. 32 :10, weighed money in the b. Dan. 5 :27, weighed in the b. and found Hos. 12 :7, b. of deceit are in his Rev. 6 :5, had a pair of b. in his hand Bald, destitute of the natural cov- ering. Lev. 13 :40. is b. yet is he clean II. K. 2 :23, go up, thou b. head Jer. 48 :37, every head shall be b. Ezek. 27 :31 ; 29 :18 ; Mic. 1 :16. Balm, a medicinal gum. Gen. 37 :25, bearing spicery and b. 43 :11, carry a little present, a little b. Jer. 8 :22, is there no b. in Gil- ead, 51 :8. Band, troop of men, fetters, pains- I. Sam. 10 :26, with him a b. of men. II. K. 6:23, b. of Syria came no more I. Chron. 7 :4, with them were b. of soldiers Ps. 2 :3, break their b. asunder 73 :4, there are no b. in their death Isa. 28 :22, be not mockers lest your b. Hos. 11 :4, drew them with b. of love Luke 8 :29, brake the b. and was Acts 18 :26, every one's b. were loosed 22 :30 Banner, standard or ensign. Ps. 40 :4, b. to them that fear thee Cant. 2 :4, his b. over me was love Isa. 13 :2, lift ye up a b. upon high Banquet, feast. Esth. 5 :4, king and Haman come to the b. 6, king said to Esther at the b. of wine Job 41 :6, companions make a b. Amos, 6 :7, b. of them that stretched Baptism, a Christian ordinance. Matt. 3 :7, saw Pharisees come to his b. 20 :22, to be baptized with the b. that 21 :25, b. of John, whence was it Mark 11 :30 Mark 1 :4, b. for remission Luke 3:3. Luke 7 :29, baptized with the b. of John 12 :50, I have a b. to be baptized with Acts 1 :22, beginning from the b. of John 10:37; 13:24; 18:25; 19:3, 4. Rom. 6 :4, we are buried with him by b. Eph. 4:5, one Lord, one faith, one b. I. Pet. 3 :21, whereunto even b. doth also Baptist, one who baptizes. Matt. 3 :1, in those days came John b. 11 :11, 12 ; 14 :2, 8 :16-14 ; 17 :13 ; Mark 6:14, 25. Luke 7 :20, 33 ; 9 :19. Baptize, to consecrate. Matt. 3 :11, b. you with water, he shall b. Mark 1 :8 ; Luke 3 :16 ; John 1 :26. Mark 1 :4, John did b. in wilder- ness John 1 :33, he that sent me to b. with I. Cor. 1 :17, Christ sent me not to b. Baptized, to baptize. Matt. 3 :6, were b. of him in Jor- dan 13, cometh Jesus unto John to b. of 14, I have need to b. of thee 16, when he was b. went up out of water Mark 10 :39, baptism ' I am b. with shall ye be b. 16 :16, he that believeth and is b. shall be Luke 3 :7, 12, 21 ; 7 :30. John 3 :22, tarried with them and b. 23, much water there ; they came and were b. 4 :1, 2 ; 10 :40 ; Acts 1 :5. Acts 2 :38, repent and be b. every one, 41. 8 :12, were b. both men and wo- men, 13, 16. 36, what doth hinder me to be b. 38, and he b. him 9 :18, received sight, arose and was b. 10 :47, these should be b. 48. 16 :15, she was b. and her house- hold 33, was b. he and all his 18:8; 19:3, 5; 22:16. Rom. 6 :3, b. into Jesus Christ were b. I. Cor. 1 :13, 14, 16 ; 10 :2. 12 :13, by one Spirit are we all b. 15 :29, who are b. for the dead. BAPTIZING. CONCORDANCE. BELIEVE. Gal. 3 :27, as many as have been b. Baptizing', to baptize. Matt. 28 :19, teach all nations b. them John 1 :28, beyond Jordan where John was b. 31, therefore I am come b. with water 3 :23, John also was b. in Aenon Barbarian, uncivilized person. Acts 28 :4, b. saw venemous beast Rom. 1 :14, I am debtor to the Greeks and b. I. Cor. 14 :11, to him a b. and he a b. to me Col. 3:11, Greek nor Jew nor b. Barbarous, savage. Acts 28 :2, b. people showed kind- ness Barber, one who shaves others. Ezek. 5 :1, take thee a b. razor. Bare, to carry, support. Ex. 19 :4, b. you on eagle's wings Isa. 53 :12, he b. the sin of many Matt. 8 :17, himself b. our sick- ness I. Pet. 2 :24, b. our sins in his own body. Barley, valuable grain. Ex. 9 :31, b. was smitten ; for the b. was Ruth 2 :17, gleaned about an ephah of b. Jer. 41 :8, have treasures of wheat and b. John 6 :9, lad here hath five b. loaves 13. Rev. 6 :6, three measures of b. for a penny Barn, building for grain, horses and cattle. Job 39 !l2, gather it into thy b. Prov. 3 :10, so shall thy b. be filled Hag. 2 :19, is seed yet in the b. Matt. 13 :30, gather wheat into my b. Luke 12 :24, have store house nor b. Barrel, earthen jar. I. K. 17 :12, handful of meal in a b. 14, b. of meal shall not waste 18 :33, fill four b. with water Barren, unproductive. Gen. 11 :30, Sarai was b. she had no child Deut. 7 :14, not be male or fe- male b. Judg. 13 :2, his wife was b. and bare not II. K. 2 :19, water is naught and ground b. Job 39 :6, the b. land his dwell- ings Luke 1 :7, because Elisabeth was b. 36. II. Pet. 1 :8, neither be b. nor unfruitful Base, ignoble, humble. II. Sam. C :22, be b. in my own sight Isa. 3 :5, b. against the honour- able I. Cor. 1 :8, b. things hath God chosen II. Cor. 10 :1, am b. among you Basket, vessel made of twigs. Gen. 40 :17, in b. was ail manner Deut. 26 :4, priest shall take b. Jer. 24 :2, one b. had very good figs Acts 9 :25, let him down by the wall in b. Bastard, illegitimate child. Deut. 23 :2, b. shall not enter into Zech. 9 :6, b. shall dwell in Heb. 12 :8, ye are b. and not sons Bats, night bird Lev. 11 :19, lapwing and the b. Isa. 2 :20, cast his idols to moles and b. Battle, general fight, war. I. Sam. 17 :20, 21, 28, 47. Ps. 23 :8, the Lord mighty in b. Eccl. 9 :11, race not to swift, nor b. to Jer. 8 :6, horse rusheth tc the b. 50 :22. sound of b. is in the land Rev. 9 :7, like horses prepared to b. Beacon, signal. Isa. 30 :17, left as a b. on the top of Beam, large piece of timber. Hab. 2 :11, b. out of timber shall Matt. 7 :3, considerest not b. in thine 4, behold, a b. is in thine own eye 5, hypocrite, first cast out the b. Bear, carry, endure, yield, uphold. Gen . 4 :13, punishment greater than can b. 43 :9, let me b. the blame for ever Ps. 91 :12, shall b. thee up in their hands Prov. 9 :12, thou alone shall b. it 18 :14, wounded spirit who can b. Isa. 52 :11, be ye clean that b. the Jer. 10 :19, grief but I must b. it 17 :21, b. no burden on Sabbath Matt. 3 :11, I am not worthy to b. 27 :32, compelled to b. the cross Luke 14 :27, doth not b. his cross and Acts 9:15; 15:10; 18:14. Rom. 15 :1, ought to b. infirmities of I. Cor. 10 :13, ye may be able to b. it Gal. 6 :2, b. ye one another's bur- dens 5. 17, I b. in my body marks of Lord Jesus Beard, hair growing on the face. I. Sam. 17 :35, caught him by his b. Ps. 133 :2, on the b. even Aaron's b. Isa. 7 :20, shall also consume the b. Ezek. 5 :1, upon thine head and b. Beasts, animals without reason. Job 12 :7, ask now the b. and they 18 :3. Ps. 49 :12, like the b. that perish 73 :22, was as a b. before thee Prov. 12 :10, regardeth life of his b. Eccl. 3 :19 ; Isa. 42 :20 ; 63 :14. I. Cor. 15 :32, I have fought with b. Jas. 3 :7, every kind of b. is tamed II. Pet. 2 :12, these as natural brute b. Beat, to strike, smite. Prov. 23 :14, shalt b. him with a rod Isa. 3 :15, what mean ye that ye b. Luke 12 :47, shall b. with stripes I. Cor. 9 :26, not as one that b. the air Beautiful, elegant in form, very fair. Gen. 29 :17, Rachel was b. and Ps. 48 :2, b. for situation, is mount Zion Isa. 52 :7, b. are the feet of him 64 :11, our b. house is burned up Ezek. 16 :12, b. crown upon thy head 13. Matt. 23 :27, sepulchres which appear b. Acts 3 :2, gate of temple called b. Beauty, fair, beautiful. I. Chron. 16 :29, worship Lord in the b. Ps. 27:4, behold the b. of the Lord 39 :11, makest his b. to consume 45 :11, king greatly desire thy b. Prov. 20 :29, b. of old men is grey head 31 :30, favor is deceitful, and b. is vain 33 :17, see the king in his b. Becometh, appropriate, befitting. Ps. 93 :5, holiness b. thine house Prov. 17 :7, excellent speech b. not a fool Matt. 3 :15, it b. us to fulfil all 13 :22, he becometh unfaithful Eph. 5 :3, not named as b. saints Phil. 1 :27, your conversation be as b. gospel I. Tim. 2 :10, b. women professing Bed, place for reclining. II. K. 4 :10, let us set for him there a b. Ps. 41 :4, make all his b. in his Cant. 3 :1, by night on my b. I sought Isa. 28 :20, b. is shorter than 57 :2, shall rest in their b. Bees, insect. Deut. 1 :44, chased you as b. do Judg. 14 :8, there was a swarm of b. Ps. 118 :12, compassed me about like b. Isa. 7 :18, b. that is in the land. Befall, come to pass, occur. Gen. 42 :4, lest mischief b. him Deut. 31 :17, evils and troubles shall b. Ps. 91 :10, shall no evil b. thee Acts 20 :22, not knowing things shall b. Before, front, first, towards. Ps. 100 :2, come b. his presence with 119 :67, b. I was afflicted I went astray Isa. 65 :24, b. they call, I will an- swer Matt. 6 :8. Luke 2 :26, not see death b. Phil. 3 :14, those things which are b. II. Pet. 3 :2, mindful of words spoken b. Beg, ask earnestly, demand. Ps. 109 :10, be vagabonds and b. Prov. 20 :4, shall he b. in harvest Luke 16:3, to b. I am ashamed Beg-in, commence. Josh. 3:7, lb. to magnify thee I. Sam. 3 :12, I b. I will also make an Luke 3:8, b. not to say within 14:29, all that behold it b. to mock II. Cor. 3 :1, b. again to commend Beginning', commencement. Job 8 :7, thy b. was small yet thy Ps. Ill :10, fear of the Lord the b. Prov. 9 :10. Prov. 20 :21, inheritance gotten hastily at b. Eccl. 7 :8, better the end than the b. Mark 1:1, b. of the gospel of Jesus Christ John 1 :1, in the b. was the Word, 2. II. Thes. 2 :13, God hath from b. chosen Rev. 1 :8, I am Alpha and Omega the b. Begotten, beget, birth. Job 38 :28, hath b. drops of dew Ps. 2 :7, this day have I b. you Acts 13 :33. John 1 :14, only b. of the father 18. 3 :16, gave his only b. son 18. I. Pet. 1 :3, b. us again to a lively hope I. John 4 :9, sent his only b. son Rev. 1 :5, first b. of the dead Beguile, to deceive. Gen. 3 :13, the serpent b. me Col. 2 :4, lest any man should b. 18, let no man b. you of your Begun, begin. Gal. 3 :3, having b. in the spirit Phil. 1 :6, hath b. a good work Behalf, interest, defense. Ex. 27 :21, on the b. of the chil- dren II. Chron. 16 :9, strong in the b. of them Rom. 16:19, am glad on your b. I. Cor. 1 :4 ; II. Cor. 1 :11. Phil. 1 :29, is given in b. of Christ I. Pet. 4 :16, glorify God on this b. Behave, conduct, manage. I. Chron. 19 :13, let us b. our- selves valiantly Ps. 101 :2, will b. myself wisely I. Cor. 13 :5, doth not b. itself unseemly I. Tim. 3 :15, t. thyself in house of God Beheaded, take off head. II. Sam. 4 :7, slew him and b. Matt. 14 :10, b. John in prison Mark 6 :16, 27 ; Luke 9 :9 ; Rev. 20:4. Beheld, to see, view. Num. 21 :9, when he b. the ser- pent Ps. 119 :158, b. the transgressors Eccl. 8 :17, I b. all the work of God Luke 10 :18, b. Satan as light- ning fall 19 :41, he b. the city and wept over it John 1 :14, we b. his glory Behind, opposite front, back. Lev. 25 :51, there be yet many years b. I. Sam. 30 :9, those that were left b. Luke 2 :43, child Jesus tarried b. II. Cor. 11 :5, not a whit b. the Phil. 3 :13, forgetting things which are b. Col. 1 :24, fill up that which is b. Behold, lo, to see. Deut. 3 :27, b. it with thine eyes Job 19 :27, mine eyes shall b. and not Ps. 11 :4, his eyes b. his eyelids try 7, his countenance doth b. the 17 :15, I will b. thy face in 27 :4, to b. the beauty of the Lord 37 :37, b. the upright man 113 :6, humbleth himself to b. Hab. 1 :13, of purer eyes than to b. evil Matt. 14 :10, their angels always b. the face John 17 :24, they may b. my glory 19 :5, Pilate saith, b. the man 14, saith unto the Jews b. your king 26, woman b. thy son 27, b. thy mother I. Pet. 3 :2, while they b. your chaste Behoved, necessary, fit for. Luke 24 :46, thus it b. Christ to suffer Heb. 2 :17, b. him to be made like Being, to be, exist. Ps. 104 :33, sing praise while I have my b. Acts 17 :28, in him we live, move and have b. Believe, to trust, rely on, know. Num. 14 :11, how long ere they b. me II. Chron. 20 :20, b. in the Lord God, b. his Prov. 26 :25, when he speaketyi fair b. Isa. 43 :10, that ye may know and b. Matt. 9 :28, b. ye that I am able to do 18 :6, little ones which b. in me Mark 1 :15, repent ye, and b. the gospel 5 :36, be not afraid, only b. 9 :23, canst b. all things are pos- sible 24, Lord I b. help thou mine un- belief Luke 8 :13, for a while b. and in 24 :25, slow of heart to b. John 1 :12, to them that b. on his name 6 :29, b. on him whom he sent 69, we b. and are sure thou art Christ 4:48: 7:39; 8:24; 10:26; 11:42; 12:39. 13 :19, ye may b. I am he 14 :1, ye b. in God, b. also in me 17 :20,' pray for them who shall b. 20 :21. written that ye might b. Acts 8 :37, I b. Jesus Christ is the Son 13 :39. by him all that b. are justified 16 :31, b. on Lord Jesus and thou Rom. 3 :22, upon all that b. 10:9, b. in thine heart that God 14, how shall they b. in him I. Cor. 4 :13, we also b. therefore speak Phil. 1 :29, not only to b. but also suffer I. Tim. 4 :10, especially those that b. BELIEVED. CONCORDANCE. BLAME. Heb. 10 :39, b. to the saving of the soul 11 :0, he that cometh to God must b. Jas. 2 :19, devils also b. and tremble I. Pet. 2 :7, to you who b. he is precious I. John 3 :23, we should b. on his son Jesus Believed, trusting. Ps. 27 :13, had fainted, unless I b. to see 106 :12, b. they his words 119 :66, have b. thy command- ments Isa. 53 :1, who hath b. our report Matt. 8 :13, as thou hast b. Luke 1 :45, blessed is she that b. John 2 :22, they b. the scripture 4:50; 53:5; 5:40; 11:45; 16 :27 ; 20 :8, 29. Acts 2 :44, all that b. were to- gether 4 :4, many which heard the word b. 11 :21, great number b. turned to the Lord 13 :48, ordained to eternal life b. Rom. 4 :18, against hope b. in hope 13 :11. I. Tim. 1 :12, I know whom I have b. Tit. 3 :8, they which b. in God be careful Heb. 4 :3, we which have b. enter into I. John 4 :16, b. the love of God to us Bellows, machine for propelling air. Jer. 6 :29, b. are burned Belly, part of the body. Gen. 3 :14, on thy b. shalt thou go Job 15 :35, their b. prepareth de- ceit 20 :23, when about to fill his b. Ps. 44 :25, b. cleaveth to the earth Jonah 1 :17, Jonah was in b. of fish 2:2. Luke 15 :16, fain have filled his b. Rom. 16 :18, serve their own b. I. Cor. 6 :13, meats for the b. and b. for . Phil. 3 :19, whose God is their b. Belong 1 , be a part of, connected with Gen 40 :8, interpretations b. to God Deut. 29 :29, secret things b. to God Ps. 47 :9, shields of earth b. to God. 68 :20. Prov. 24 :23, these things also b. to the wise Mark 9 :41, because ye b. to Christ Beloved, to love dearly. Deut. 21 :15, two wives one b. the other 33 :12, b. of the Lord dwell in safety Ps. 127 :2, he giveth his b. sleep, Cant. 1 :14, my b. is to me as, 16 :2, 3. Rom. 1 :7, b. of God, called to be saints 9 :25 11 :28, b. for the father's sakes. Heb. 6 :9, b. we are persuaded better I. John, 3 :2, b. now are we the sons of 4 :1, b. believe not every spirit 7, 11. III. John 11. b. follow not that which is evil Bemoan, express sorrow for. Jer. 15 :5, who shall b. the 22 :10, weep not for the dead neither b. 31 :18 ; Nah. 3 :7. Bend, curve. Ps. 11 :2, wicked bend their b. 64 :3, b. their bows to shoot ar- rows Jer. 9 :3 ; 46 :9 ; 50 -.14 ; 51 :3. Beneath, below, under Prov. 15 :24, depart from hell b. John 8 :23, ye are from b. Benefactors, well-doer. Luke 22 :25, they that exercise authority b. Benefits, to do good, to profit. Ps. 68:19, loadeth us with b. 10 :32, forget not all his b. 116 :12 ; II. Cor. 1 :15 ; I. Tim. 6:2. Benevolence, kindness. I. Cor. 7 :3, render to wife due b. Bereave, make destitue, deprive. Keel. 4 :8, b. my soul of good Jer. 15 :7, will b. them of chil- dren 5 :17, evil beasts shall b. thee. Hos. 9 :12. Beseech, to ask, implore. Ex. 33 :18, I b. thee show me thy glory Ps. 118 :25, save now I b. thee O Lord I b. Rom. 12 :1, I b. you by mercies of God I. Cor. 4 :16, I b. ye be ye follow- ers II. Cor. 6:1 ; 10:1; Eph. 4:1 ; Philem 9. Heb. 13 :19. Beset, surround. Judg. 19 :22, some of Belial b. the house Ps. 139 :5, hast b. me behind. Hos. 7 :2. Heb. 12 :1, lay aside sin which doth b. Beside, near, eager, mad. Ps. 23 :2, leadeth me b. still wa- ters Isa. 32 :20, son b. all waters 56 :8, b. those that are gathered Luke 16 :26, b. all this between us Acts 26 :24, Paul thou art b. thy- self II. Cor. 5 :13, whether we be b. ourselves. Besiege, block up, beset. Deut. 28 :52, he shall b. thee I. K. 8 :37, if their enemy b. them Isa. 21 :2, b. O Media Besom, broom. Isa. 14 :23, will sweep it with the b. Besoug'ht, to entreat. I. K. 13 :6, man of God b. the Lord II. Chron. 33:12, in affliction he b. the Matt. 8 :31, devils b. him, 34. Mark 5 :23, b. him greatly. John 4 :40, 47 ; 19 :38 ; Acts 13:42; 16:15 Best, most excellent. Gen. 43 :11, take of the b. fruits 47 :6. Ps. 39 :5, every man at his b. Luke 15 :22, bring forth the b. robe I. Cor. 12 :31, covet earnestly the b. gifts Bestead, to assist, serve. Isa. 8 :21, hardly b. and hungry Bestow, to give, confer. Ex. 32 :29, may b. upon you a blessing Deut. 14 :26, shalt b. money for, Ezra 7 :20 Luke 12 :17, no room to b. my fruits, 18. I. Cor. 12 :23, b. more abundant honor 13 :3, though I b. all my goods to feed poor Betimes, early, in proper time. Gen. 26 :31, rose up b. II. Chron. 36:15. Job 8 :5, wouldst seek unto God b. 24 :5. Prov. 13 :24, chasteneth him b. Betray, give up faithlessly. I. Chron. 12 :17, if ye be come to b. me Matt. 24 :10, shall b. one an other 26 :16, sought opportunity to b him 21. 46. he is at hand that doth b. me Mark 13 :12, brother shall b, brother John 6 :64, who should b. him 13 :2, devil put into heart of Judas to b. him Betrayed, indicate, betray. Matt. 10 :4, Judas who also b. him 17 :22, son of man shall be b. 26 :24. 26 :48, he that b. him gave a sign 27 :4, b. innocent blood Luke 21 :16, shall be b. by par- ents John 18 :2, Judas which b. him knew I. Cor. 11 :23, same night he was b. Betroth, promise marriage to. Deut. 28 :30, shalt b. a wife Hos. 2 :19, will b. thee unto me 20, b. thee unto me in faithful- ness Better, good, preferable. I. Sam. 1 :8, b. to thee than ten sons 1, K. 19 :4, b. than my fathers Ps. 37 :16, little righteous man hath is b. 84 :10, day in thy courts b. than a 119 :72, law of thy mouth b. than gold Prov. 15 :16, b. is little with fear of the Lord 17, b. is dinner of herbs where love is, 16.8. 27 :10, b. a neighbor that is near Eccl. 4 :9, two are b. than one 13, b. is a poor and wise child than 7 :1, good name b. than precious 2, b. to go to house of mourning 3, sorrow is b. than laughter 5, b. to hear rebuke of the wise Matt. 6 :26, are ye not much b than I. Cor. 9 :15, b. for me to die Phil. 1 :23, to be with Christ is far b. 2 :3, each esteem other b. Heb. 14, so much b. than angels 6 :9, persuaded b. things of you. I :22, Jesus made surety of a b. 10 :34, have in heaven a b. II :40, God provided some b. thing II. Pet. 2 :21, b. not to have known Between, middle, midst. Gen. 9 :16, covenant b. God and every Deut. 17 :8, b. blood and blood b. plea II. Sam. 19 :35, discern b. good and evil I. K. 18 :21, halt ye b. two opin ions Prov. 18 :18, parteth b. the mighty John 3 :25, question b. John's disciples Rom. 10 :12, no difference b. Jew and I. Tim. 2 :5, one mediator b. God and Bewail, to lament, mourn. Lev. 10:6, b. the burning which the Deut. 21 :13, b. her father and mother II. Cor. 12 :21, b. many which have Beware, take heed, guard. Ex. 23 :21, b. of him and obey his voice Deut. 6:12, b. lest thou forget the Lord Prov. 19 :25, the simple will b. Matt. 7 :15, b. of false prophets Mark 12 :38, b. of scribes Luke 12 :15, b. of covetousness Phil. 3 :2, b. of dogs, b. of evil workers b. II. Pet. 3 :17, b. lest ye also being led away Bewitched, affect by witchcraft. Acts 8 :9, b. people of Samaria Gal. 3 :1, foolish Galations who hath b. Beyond, over ; above. Mark 6 :51, amazed b. measure Gal. 1 :13, b. measured perse- cuted church I. Thess. 4 :6, no man go b. and defraud Bid, to call, say. Matt. 22 :9, b. to the marriage. 23 :3 ; Luke 14 :10, 24 ; II. John 10, 11. Bier, frame for carrying dead. II. Sam. 3 :31, David followed the b. Luke 7 :14, he came and touched the b. Bill, writing, book. Mark 10 :4, write b. of divorce- ment Luke 16 :6, take thy b. and write fifty, 7. Billows, wave, breaker. Ps. 42 :7, waves and thy b. are gone Bind, fasten together. Job 38 ;31, b. sweet influences of Ps. 105 :22, b. his princes at his 118 :27, b. the sacrifice with cords Prov. 3 :3, b. them about thy neck Isa. 8:16, b. up the testimony Matt. 12 :29, first b. the strong 13 :30, b. them in bundles to burn 16:19, whatsoever thou shalt b. on 22 :13, b. him hand and foot Birth, being born. II. K. 19 :3, children are come to b. Ps. 58 :8, like the untimely b. Eccl. 7 :1, death better than day of one's b. Matt. 1 :18, b. of Jesus Christ on this wise Luke 1 :14, many rejoice at his b. John 9 :1, blind from his b. Birthright, rights of a first born. Gen. 25 :31, sell me thy b. 33, 34. 27 :36, he took away my b. 43 :33, first born according to his b. Heb. 12 :16, one morsel of meat sold his b. Bishop, spiritual director. Phil. 1 :1, at Phillippi with the b. and deacons 1. Tim. 3 :1, desire office of a b. he 2, a b. must be blameless I. Pet. 2 :25, b. of your souls Bit, bridle, curb. Ps. 32 :9, mouth held in with b. Jas. 3 :3, put b. in horses' mouths Bite, seize with the teeth, crush. Jer. 8 :17, send serpents and they shall b. Mic. 3 :5, prophets that b. with teeth Gal. 5 :15, if ye b. and devour one Bitter, peculiar biting taste, caus- ing pain. Ex. 1 :14, made their lives b. Job 13 :26, writest b. things against me Ps. 44 :3, shoot arrows, even b. words Prov. 27 :7, every b. thing is sweet. Isa. 24 :9, strong drink shall be b. Jas. 3 :14, b. envying and strife Rev. 8 :11, died of waters be- cause made b. Bitterness, sharpness, deep sor- row. I. Sam. 1 :10, was in b. of soul and 15 :32, surely b. of death is past Prov. 14 :10, heart knoweth his own b. Ezek. 27 :31, weep for thee with b. Acts 8 :23, thou art in the gall of b. Eph. 4 :31, let all b. be put away Heb. 12 :15, lest any root of b. Black, destitute of light, dark, gloomy. I. K. 18 :45, heaven was b. with clouds Prov. 7 :9, in the b. and dark night Cant. 5:11, his locks are bushy and b. Zech. 6 :2, in second chariot b. horses Matt. 5 :36, not make one hair white or b. Blame, censure. BLAMELESS. CONCORDANCE. BOUGHS. Gen. 43 :9, let me bear the b. for ever II. Cor. 8 :20, no man should b. us Eph. 1 :4, without b. before him in love Blameless, innocent. Josh. 2 :17, we will be b. of this Matt. 12 :5 ; Luke 1 :6 ; I. Cor. 1.8. I. Thess. 5 :23, soul and body preserved b. I. Tim. 3 :2, 10 :57. Tit. 1 :6 ; II Pet. 3 :14. Blaspheme, speak evil of God. I. K. 21 :10, thou didst b. God. Ps. 74 :10, enemy b. thy name Mark 3 :29, b. against Holy Ghost Acts 26 :11, compelled them to b. I. Tim. 1 :20, may learn not to b. Jas. 2 :7, b. that worthy name Rev. 13 :6, b. his name and his Blasphemer, one who blasphemes. Acts 19 :37, not b. of your god- dess I. Tim. 1 :13, before a b. and per- secutor II. Tim. 3 :2, last days men shall be b. Blasphemy, irreverent words. Matt. 12 :31, b. shall be forgiven Mark 7 :22,out of heart proceed b. John 10 :33, stone thee not, but for b. Col. 3 :8, put off malice, b. Blast, destructive wind, burst of sound. John 6 :5, make long b. with horns Job 4 :9, by the b. of God they perish Ps. 18 :15, b. of the breath of thy nostrils Isa. 25 :4, b. of the terrible as a storm Blemish, to disfigure, deformity. Ex. 12 :5, lamb shall be with- out b. 29 :1 ; Lev. 1 :3 ; 4 :3, 28. II. Sam. 14 :25, was no b. in Ab- salom Eph. 5 :27, holy and without b. 1. Pet. 1 :19, without b. and without spot. Bless, make happy, praise. Gen. 12 :3, I will b. them that b. thee 22 :17 ; 32 :26 ; Ex. 20 :11 ; Num. 6 :24, 27. II. Sam. 7:29, b. house of thy servant Ps. 5 :12, thou, Lord, wilt b. the righteous 34:1, I will b. the Lord at all times 62 :4 ; 63 :4 ; 66 :8 ; 67 :1 ; 96 :2. 103 :1, 2, b. the Lord, O my soul 20, b. the Lord ye his angels 21, 22 145 :1, I will b. thy name for ever 2, every day will I b. thee, 10, 21. Prov. 30 :11, doth not b. their Isa. 19 :25, whom Lord shall b. Jer. 31 :23, Lord b. thee, O Matt. 5 :44, love your enemies b. Acts 3 :26, sent him to b. you Rom. 12 :14, b. them which per- secute, b. I. Cor. 4 :12, being reviled, we b. 10:16; 14:16; Jas. 3.9. Blessed, happy. Gen. 9 :26, b. be the Lord God of Shem 14 :19, 20 ; 24 :31 ; 26 :29 ; Deut. 7:14: 28:4. Ps. 1 :1, b. is the man that walk- eth 2 :12, b. are all they that put their trust 32 :1, 2 ; 34 :8 : 40 :4 ; 41 :1 ; 112:1 ; 119:1, 2; 128:1. Prov. 8 :32, 34 ; 20 :7 ; 31 :28 ; Dan. 2 :12. Matt. 5 :3, b. are the poor in spirit 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11; 11 :6 ; 13 :16 ; 24 :46. Luke 1 :45 ; 6 :20, 21, 22 ; 14 :14. John 20 :29, b. are they that have not Acts 20 :35, more b. to give than receive Tit. 2 :13, looking for that b. hope Jas. 1 :12, b. is the man that en dureth, 25. Rev. 14 :13, b. are dead which die in 16 :15, b. is he that watcheth. Blessing 1 , divine favor. Gen. 12 :2, thou shalt be a b. 27 :36, 38, 41 ; 33 :11 ; 39 :5 ; 49 :25, 26, 28. Deut. 11 :26, set before you this day a b. 27, 29. 28 :2, these b. shall come on the Judg. 1 :15, give me a b. Ps. 24 :5, shall receive the b. from 109 :17, delighted not in b. 129 :8 Prov. 10 :6, b. on head of just. 22. 11:11, 26; 28:20. Isa. 65:8 Ezek. 34 :26 ; 44 :30. Joel 2:14 ; Zech. 8:13. Rom. 15 :29, come in fulness of the b. I. Cor. 10 :16, cup of b. which we bless Gal. 3 :14 ; Eph. 1 :3 ; Heb. 6 :7. Heb. 6:14, b. I will bless thee 12 :17. I. Pet. 3 :9 ; Rev. 5 :12, 13 ; 7 :12 Blind, destitute of sight, obscure. Job 29 :15, I was eyes to the h Ps. 146 :8, Lord openeth eyes of the b. Isa. 29 :18, eyes of the b. shall see 42 :7, 16, 18, 19 ; 43 :8 ; Sam 4 :14 ; Zeph. 1 :17. Matt. 9 :27, two b. men followed him 11 :5, b. receive their sight 15 :14, they be b. leaders of the b. Mark 10 :46, b. Bartimaeus sat by John 9 :1, saw a man b. from his birth 39, 40 ; Acts 13 :11 ; Rom. 2 :19 II. Pet. 1 :9. Blindness. Gen. 19 :11, smote men with b. II. K. 6 :18 ; Zech. 12 :4 ; Rom. 11 :25. Eph. 4 :18, because of b. of their heart Blood, red fluid in the body Gen. 9 :6, whoso sheddeth man's b. Josh. 2 :19, his b. shall be upon his head Ps. 51 :14, deliver me from b. guiltiness 72 :14, precious shall their b. be Prov. 29 :10, b. thirsty hate the upright Jer. 2 :34, b. of poor innocents Ezek. 9 :9 ; 18 :13 ; 33 :5 ; Hab. 2:12 Matt. 9 :20, issue of b. twelve years 16 :17, flesh and b. hath not re- vealed it 27 :4, betrayed innocent b. 25. Mark 14 :24, this is my b. shed Luke 22 :20, new testament in my b. 44, sweat drops of b. John 1 :13, born not of b. 6 :54, 55, 56, drinketh my b. Acts 15 :20 ; 21 :25, abstain from b. 20 :28, purchased with his own b. Rom. 3 :25, through faith in his b. 5 :9, justified by his b. I. Cor. 10 :16, communion of b. of Christ 11 :27, guilty of body and b. of the Lord. 15 :50 ; Eph. 1 :7 : Col. 1 :4 ; Heb. 9:22; 10:29; 13:20. I. Pet. 1 :19, with precious b. of Christ Blossom, flower of a plant. Isa. 25 :i. desert shall b. as a rose Hab. 3 :17, fig tree shall not b. Blot, stain, to erase. Ex. 32 :32 ; Ps. 69 :28 ; Isa. 44 :22. Ps. 51 :1, b. out my transgres- sions 9. Jer. 18 :23, b. out their sin from thy Rev. 3 :5, I will not b. out his name Blow, moved by the wind. Cant. 4 :16, b. upon my garden Hag. 1 :9, I did b. upon it John 3 :8, wind b. where it list eth Blush, redden in the face. Ezra 9 :6, b. to lift up my face to thee Jer. 6 :15, not ashamed nor could b. Boast, praise oneself, brag. 2 Chron. 25:19, heart lifteth thee up to b. Ps. 44 :8, we b. all the day long 49 :6, b. themselves in their riches 94:4; 97:7. Prov. 27 :1, b. not thyself of to- morrow Rom. 11 :18, b. not against branches, if thou b. 2 Cor. 10 :8, b. more of our au thority 13, we will not b. of things. 16, not to b. in another man's line Eph. 2 :9, lest any man should b. Body, a person. Job 19 :26, worms destroy this b Prov. 5 :11, flesh and b. are con sumed Matt. 5 :29, b. cast into hell 6 :22 ; Luke 11 :34, body full of light. Mark 5 :29, felt in her b. that she Luke 12 :22, take no thought for b. 17 :37, wheresoever the b. is John 2 :21, the temple of his b. Rom. 6 :6 ; 7 :24 ; 12 :1 ; I. Cor. 12:14. I. Cor. 9 :27, I keep under my b. II. Cor. 5 :8, absent from the b. 12 :2, whether in b. or out of the b. Gal. 6 :17 ; Phil. 3 :21 ; I. Pet 2:24. Bold, brave, confident. Prov. 28 :1, righteous are b. as a lion Acts 13 :46, Paul and Barnabas waxed b. Rom. 10 :20, Esaias is very b. II. Cor. 10 :1, am b. toward vou 2; 11 :21. Phil. 1 :14, more b. to speak the word I. Thess. 2 :1, we were b. in our God Philem. 8, much b. in Christ Bond, obligation, or vow. Num. 30 :2, bind his soul with b. 3, 4. Ezek. 20 :37, bring you into b. of Acts 8 :23, art in the b. of in iquity. Eph. 4 :3, unity of spirit in b. of peace Col. 3 :14, charity, b. of perfect- ness Bondmaid, female slave. Lev. 25 :44, thy b. shall be of heathen Gal. 4 :22, one by a b. the other by a Bondman, male servant. Gen. 43 :18, may take us for b. Lev. 25 :42, shall not be sold as b. II. K. 4 :1, come to take my sons to be b. Ezra, 9 :9, b. yet God hath not forsaken Bone, part of body, white and hard. Gen. 2 :23, b. of my b. Ex. 12 :46, neither shall ve break a b. Prov. 25 :15, soft tongue break- eth the b. Ezek. 37 :7, b. came together b. to his b. John 19 :36, a b. of him shall not be Book, writing, scriptures. Job 19 :23, printed in a b. 31 :35, adversary had written in a b. Isa. 34 :16, seek out of the b. of the Lord Mai. 3 :16, b. of remembrance Luke 4 :17, when he had opened b. John 21 :25, world could not con- tain b. Phil. 4 :3, names are in b. of life Rev. 3:5; 13:8; 17:8; 20:12; 21 :27. Booth, temporary shelter. Job 27 :18, as a b. that the keeper Jonah 4 :5, made him a b. Border, edge or boundary. Deut. 12 :20, shall enlarge thy b. Ps. 78 :54, to the b. of his sanc- tuary Prov. 15 :25, establish the b. of the widow Ezek. 47 :13, b. whereby ye in- herit Amos 6 :2, their b. greater than your b. Luke 8 :44, touched b. of his garment Born, brought forth. Gen. 17 :17 ; 21 :7 ; Ex. 1 :22 ; Lev. 12:7; II. Sam. 12:14; I. K. 13 :2. Job 5 :7, man is b. to trouble Ps. 58 :3, go astray as soon as they be b. Prov. 17 :17, brother is b. for ad- versity Matt. 2 :2, b. king of the Jews 4. 26 :24, good if he had not been b. Luke 2 :11, to you is b. this day John 5 :5, except a man be b. of water 8, everyone that is b. of the spirit 18 :37, to this end was I b. I. Pet. 2 :2, as new b. babes de- sire Borne, to carry, support. Job 34 :31, have b. chastisement Ps. 55 :12, enemy I could have b. 67 :7, for thy sake I have b. re- proach Isa. 53 :4, he hath b. griefs Matt. 20:12, b. burden and heat 23 :4, burdens grievous to be b. Borrow, take as a loan. Ex. 3 :22, every woman shall b. 22 :14, man b. ought of his neigh- bor Deut. 15 :6, lend but shalt not b. II. K. 4 :3, go b. vessels abroad, b. not a few Matt. 5 :42, him that would b. of thee Borrower, one who borrows. Prov. 22 :7, b. is servant to lender Isa. 24 :2, with lender so with b. Bosom, the breast, heart. Ex. 4 :6, put thine hand into thy b. Ruth 4 :16, took child and laid it in her b. Ps. 35 :13, prayer returned to my own b. 89 :50, bear in my b. the reproach Prov. 6 :27, take fire in his b. 17 :23, taketh a gift out of the b. 19:24; 21:14. Eccl. 7 :9, anger resteth in b. of fools Isa. 40:11, carry lambs in his b. Luke 16 :22, angels into Abra- ham's b. 23. John 1 :18, in the b. of the Father 13 :23, leaning on Jesus b. of one Both, two, as well, equally. Gen. 2 :25, were b. naked 3:7; 21:27; 22:8; 27:45; 31 :37 : Lev. 20 :11. Prov. 20:12, Lord made b. of them Matt. 15 :14, b. fall into the ditch Luke, 7 :42, frankly forgave them b. Eph. 2 :14. hath made b. one 16, reconcile b. unto God Bottle, vessel to contain liquids. Gen. 21 :14, took b. of water and gave Judg. 5 :19, opened a b. of milk I. Sam. 1 :24. took a b. of wine 10 :3 ; 16 :20 ; Ps. 56 :8 ; 119 :83 ; Jer. 13 :12. Bottomless, very deep. Rev. 9 :1, key of the b. pit 9:2, 11; 11 :7 ; 17:8; 20:1, 3. Boughs, branch of a tree. 8 BOUGHT. CONCORDANCE. BUCKET. Lev. 23 :40, b. of goodly trees, b. of II. Sam. 18 :9, mule went under b. of oak Ps. 80:10, b. like the goodly cedars Ezek. 17 :23 ; 31 :3, 6. Bought, a purchase. Gen. 17 :12, b. with money 13, 23, 27. Lev. 25 :28, land of him that b. it 25 :30, 50 ; 27 :22, 24 ; Euth 4 :9. Matt. 13 :46, sold all he had and b. 21 :12. 27 :7, took counsel and b. potters field Mark 15 :46 ; 16 :1 ;Lukel4 :18, 19. I. Cor. 6:20, ye are b. with a price II. Pet. 2 :1, denying the Lord that b. Bound, to bind, to tie. Gen. 22 :9, b. Isaac his son Job. 36 :8, if they be b. in fetters Prov. 22 :15, foolishness b. in heart Matt. 16 :19, shall be b. in heaven Acts 20 :22, I go b. in the spirit Rom. 7 :2, wife b. to her husband II. Tim. 2 :9, word of God is not b. Heb. 13 :3, in bonds as b. with them Bounty, generosity. I. K. 10 :13, Solomon gave of his royal b. II. Cor. 9 :5, make up b. as a matter of b. Bountiful, free giving. Prov. 22 :9, he that hath a b. eye Isa. 32 :5, nor the church said to be b. Bow, bend down, incline. Gen. 9:13, set my b. in clouds 14, 16. 49 :24, his b. abode in strength II. Sam. 1 :18, teach children use of b. Ps. 7 :12, hath bent his b. and 44 :6, not trust in my b. 78 :57, turned aside like deceit- ful b. Jer. 9 :3, bend their tongues like their b. Lam. 2 :4, bent his b. like an enemy Hos. 1 :5, will break the b. of Israel Bowed, bent down. Gen. 24 :26, man b. down 43 :28. Ex. 4 :31, b. their heads and Judg. 16 :30, b. himself with all his I. K. 2 :19, Solomon b. to his mother John 19 :30, Jesus b. his head and Bowels, feelings of pity. Gen. 43 :30, his b. did vearn II. Sam. 20 :10, shed out his b. II. Chron. 21 :15, 18 ; Ps. 22 :14 ; Lam. 1 :20. Acts 1 :18, Judas burst and his b. II. Cor. 6 :12, straitened in your b. Phil. 1 :8, long after you in the b. 2 :1, if any b. of mercies I. John 3 :17, shutteth his b. of compassion Bowl, concave vessel. Num. 7 :85, each b. weighing sev- enty Judg. 6 :38, out of the fleece a b. of water Eccl. 12 :6, golden b. be broken Zech. 4 :2, candlestick with a b. Boys, lad, a son. Gen. 25 :27, the b. grew ; and Esau Joel 3 :3, have given a b. for an Zech. 8 :3, streets shall be full of b. Brake, dash to pieces, shatter. Ex. 9 :25, hail b. every tree 32 :19, cast tables out of his hand and b. I. Sam. 4 :18, his neck b. and he died Ps. 107 :14, b. their bands in sunder Ezek. 17 : 16, whose covenant he b. Dan. 6 :24. b. all their bones in Matt. 14 :19, he blessed and b. loaves 15 :36 ; 26 :26 ; Mark 6 :41 ; 8 :6, 19 ; 14 :22. Luke 5 :6, their net b. John 19 :32, soldiers b. legs of first 33, came to Jesus they b. not Bramble, thistle. Judg. 9 :14, said all trees to b. 15 Isa. 34 :13, nettles and b. in Luke 6 :44, b. bush gather they Branch, limb. Num. 13 :23, b. with one cluster Job 15 :32, b. shall not be green Ps. 80 :15, b. thou madest strong Prov. 11 :28, righteous flourish as a b. Isa. 4 :2, b. of Lord be beautiful 9:14; 14 :19 ; 17 :9 ; 19:15. Jer. 23 :5, raise to David right- eous b. Zech. 6 :12, man whose name theb. Mai. 4:1, leave neither root nor b. Matt. 24 :32, b. is yet tender John 15 :2, every b. in me 4, b. cannot bear fruit of itself 5, I am vine, ye are the b. 6, cast forth as a b. Rom. 11 :16, 17, 18, 19, 21. Brand, torch. Judg. 15 :5, set the b. on fire Zech. 3 :2, is not this a b. Brass, alloy of copper and zinc. Num. 21 :9, Moses made serpent of b. Judg. 16 :21, Samson bound fet ters of b. I. Sam. 17 :5, Goliath had helmet of b. I. K. 7 :14, 15, 16, 27, 46, 47 ; Job 40:18; 41:27. Ps. 107 :16, broken the gates of b. Isa. 60 :17, for b. will bring gold for wood b. Matt. 10 :9, neither gold, silver nor b. I. Cor. 13 :1, become as sound- ing b. Rev. 1 :15, feet like fine b. 9 :20; Brawler, contentious person. I. Tim. 3 :3, patient, not a b. Tit. 3 :2, be no b. but gentle Bray, harsh sound. Job. 6 :5 ; 30 :7 ; Prov. 27 :22. Brazen, brassy. Ex. 27 :4, shalt make four b. rings Lev. 6:28; Num. 16:39; I. K 7 :30; II. K. 16:17; 25:13. Jer. 1:18; 52:20. Breach, cleft, rent, alen. Lev. 24 :20, b. for b. eye for eye Num. 14 :34, shall know my b. of promise Neh. 6 :1, in the wall there was no b. Job 16 :14, breaketh me with b. upon b. Ps. 106 :23, Moses stood in the b Prov. 15 :4, perverseness a b. in the spirit Isa. 30:13, 26; 58:12. Bread, necessary food. Gen. 3 :19, sweat of face shalt eat b. Ex. 16 :4, rain b. from heaven 22, 29. 29 :2, unleavened b. 23. Num. 15 :19 ; 21 :5 ; Deut. 8 :3 ; 16:3. Judg. 7 :13 ; 19 :5 ; I. Sam. 21 :6 ; 28 :20. II. Sam. 2:29, 35; 9:7; 12:20. I. K. 17 :6, ravens brought him b. 22 :27, feed him with b. of afflic- tion Ps. 80 :5, feedest them with b. of tears 102 :4, forget to eat my b. 9. 104 :15, b. strengthened man's Prov. 4 :17, eat of b. of wicked- ness 9:17, bread eaten in secret is 22 :9, giveth of his b. to the poor 31 :27. eateth not b. of idleness Eccl. 11 :1, cast thy b. upon the waters Isa. 55 :10, seed to sower, b. to eater Ezek. 12 :18, Son of man, eat thy b. 45 :21, unleavened b. shall be Matt. 4 :3, stones be made b. 4. 6:11, this day our daily b. 7 :9 ; 15 :2, 26, 33 ; 26 :26. Mark 6 :8, 36, 37 ; 7 :2, 27. Luke 4 :4, man shall not live by b. 7 :33 ;9 :3 ;14 :1 ;15 :17 ; 24 : 30, 35 John 6 :31, 32, 33, 34. 6 :35, Jesus said, I am the b. of life 6:41, 48, 50, 51, 58; 21:13; Acts 20 :7. I. Cor. 10:16, 17. 11 :26, as often as ye eat this b. 27, 28. Break, part by force, destroy. ' Gen. 27 :40, b. his yoke from off Ex. 12 :46, neither shall ye b. a bone Num. 30 :2, he shall not b. his Ezra. 9 :14, b. thy commandments Ps. 2 :3, let us b. their bands 9. 10 :15, b. thou the arm of wicked 89 :31, if they b. my statutes and 2 :17, until day b. and shadows Isa. 42 :3, bruised reed shall be not b. Hos. 10 :2, b. down their altars Matt. 5 :19, whosoever shall b. one 6 : 19, thieves b. through and steal 9:17. Acts 20 :7, disciples came together to b. 21 :13, to weep and b. mine heart Breastplate, armor for the breast. Ex. 28:4, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30. Isa. 59 :17, righteousness as a b. Eph. 6:14. I. Thess. 5 :8, putting on b. of faith and love Rev. 9 :9, b. as it were b. of iron 17, having b. of fire, and of jacinth Breath, life, breeze. Gen. 2 :7, God breathed, b. of life II. Sam. 22 :16, b. of his nostrils I. K. 17 :17, was no b. left in him Job 33 :4, b. of the Almighty hath 37 :10, by the b. of God frost is given Ps. 150 :6, everything that hath b. Eccl. 3 :19, all one b. all is vanity Isa. 11 :4 ; 30 :28, 30 :33 ; II Sam. 4 :20. Dan. 5 :23, God in whose hand thy b. Hab. 2 :19, no b. at all in midst Acts 17 :25, giveth to all life and b. Brethren, sons of same parents. Gen. 13 :8, no strife, we be b. Matt. 23 :8, all ye are b. Mark 10 :29, no man left house or b. Col. 1 :2, faithful b. in Christ I. John 3 :14, because we have b. Bribe, accomplish by gifts. I. Sam. 8 :3. his son took b. 12 :3, have I received any b. Job 15 :34, consume tabernacles of b. Ps. 26 :10, right hand full of b Isa. 33 :15, from holding b. Brick, block of burned clay. Gen. 11:3; Ex. 5:7; Isa. 9:10; 65:3. Bride, woman newly married. Isa. 61 :10, as a b. adorneth her- self Jer. 2 :32, can a b. forget her Rev. 21 :2, b. adorned for her 9, the b. the Lamb's wife 22 :17, Spirit and b. say, Come Bridegroom, man newly married. Ps. 19 :5, which is as a b. Joel 2 :16 ; John 2 :9. Isa. 61 :10, b. decketh himself 62 :5, as b. rejoiceth over the Matt. 25 :1, went to meet the b. John 3 :29, that hath bride is b. Bridle, instrument to govern horse Ps. 32 :9, mouth held with bit and b. Prov. 26 :3, b. for the ass Isa. 37 :29, put my b. in thy lips Jas. 1 :26, b. not his tongue 3 :2, able to b. whole body Briers, thorn, nettle. Isa. 5 :6, shall come up b. 9 :18 ; 10:17. 27 :4, b. and thorns against me Ezek. 2:6,.b. and thorns be with 27 :28. Brightness, brilliancy. Job 31 :26, moon walking in b. Ps. 18 :12, b. before him, clouds Ezek. 10 :4, b. of the Lord's glory Dan. 12 :3, wise shine as the b. Amos 5 :20, very dark, and no b. Hab. 3 :4, his b. was as the light Acts 26 :13, light above the b. II. Thess. 2 :8, destroy with the b. of Heb. 1 :3, being b. of his glory Brimstone, sulphur. Gen. 19 :24 ; Deut. 29 :23 ; Job 18:15; Ps. 11:6. Isa. 34 :9 ; Luke 17 :29 ; Rev. 14:10; 19:20. Bring", to carry. Gen. 1 :11, 20, 24 ; 3 :16. Gen. 6:17, I do b. a flood of waters Josh. 23 :15 ; I. K. 8 :32 ; Job 14 :4 ; Ps. 60 :9. Prov. 27 :1, what a day may b. Isa. 1 :13, b. no more rain 46 :13, will b. near my 60 :9, b. thy sons from far Luke 2 :10, I b. you good tidings 3 :8, b. forth fruits worthy 8 :15. John 14 :26, b. all things to 15 :2. Acts 5 :28, b. this man's blood I. Cor. 1 :28, b. to naught things I. Thess. 4 :14, will God b. with I. Pet. 3 :18, might b. us to God Broad, wide, spacious. Ps. 119 :96, commandment ex- ceeding b. Matt. 7 :13, b. is the way that 23 :5, make b. their phylacteries Broidered, variegated work. Ex. 28 :4, a b. coat, a mitre Ezek. 16:10, clothed thee with b. 13. 18, tookest thy b. garments I. Tim. 2 :9, not with b. hair Broken, parted by violence. Job 13 :11, purposes are b. off Ps. 34 :18, them that are of b. heart 51 :17, sacrifices of God b. spirit 69 :20, reproach b. my heart Prov. 25 :19, unfaithful like b. tooth Jer. 2 :13, b. cisterns, that can John 10 :35, scripture not be b. 19 :36, bone of him not be b. Eph. 2 :14, b. down the middle Brook, small stream of water. I. Sam. 17 :40, smooth stones out of the b. Ps. 42 :1, panteth after the wa- ter b. 110 :7, shall drink of the b. in the way Brother, son of same parents. Prov. 17 :17, b. is born for ad- versity 18 :9, slothful b. to waster 19, b. offended is harder to be won 24, friend sticketh closer than b. Eccl. 4 :8, neither child nor b. Matt. 10 :21, b. shall deliver up the b. I. Cor. 6 :6, b. goeth to law with b. II. Thess. 3 :15, admonish him as a b. Brotherly, affectionate. Rom. 12 :10, with b. love I. Thess. 4 :9, touching b. love ye Heb. 13:1, let b. love continue II. Pet. 1 :7, to godliness b. kind- ness ; to b. Bruise, to crush. Isa. 42 :3, b. reed shall be not b. 53 :5, he was b. for our iniqui- ties 10, it pleased the Lord to b. him Jer. 30 :12, thy b. is incurable ; Nah. 3 :19. Rom. 16 :20, God of peace shall b. Satan Bruit, report. Jer. 10 :22, noise of the b. is come Nah. 3:19, all that hear the b. of thee Brutish, like a brute, inhuman. Ps. 92 :6, b. man knoweth not Prov. 30 :2, more b. than any man Jer. 10:21, pastors are become b. Bucket, vessel for water. Num. 24 :7; Isa. 40:15. . BUCKLER. CONCORDANCE. CAUSE. Buckler, shield. II. Sam. 22 :31, b. to all that trust Ps. 18 :2, Lord is my b. and the horn 91 :4, truth shall be thy shield and b. Prov. 2 :7, he is a b. to them that Bud, germ, blossom. Num. 17:8; Isa. 18:5; 61:11; Hos. 8:7. Buffeted, to strike, slap. Matt. 26 :67, spit in his face and b. I. Cor. 4 :11, b. and have no II. Cor. 12 :7, messenger of Satan to b. I. Pet. 2 :20, when ye be b. for your Build, make houses, increase love. Ps. 127 :1, they labour in vain that b. Eccl. 3:3, a time to b. up Isa. 58 :12, b. the old waste places Matt. 7:24, wise manb. on rock Luke 14 :30, this man began to b. Acts 20:32, able to b. you up Rom. 15 :20, lest I should b. I. Cor. 3 :12, if any b. on this Eph. 2 :22, in whom ye are b. Building', edifice, creation. I. Cor. 3 :9, ye are God's b. II. Cor. 5 :1, we have a b. of God Eph. 2 :21, all the b. fitly framed Bulls, male cattle, large, fierce Ps. 22 :12, b. have compassed me 50 :13, eat the flesh of b. 68 :30. Heb. 9 :13, blood of b. sanctifieth 10 :4, not possible blood of b. take Bulrushes, large rush. Ex. 2 :3, took for him ark of b. Isa. 18 :2, vessels of b. on the waters 58:5, bow down his head as a b. Bulwarks, fortification, shelter. Deut. 20 :20 ; Ps. 48 :13 ; Eccl. 9:14. Isa. 26 :1, salvation for walls and b. Bundle, things bound together. Gen. 42 :35 ; Matt. 13 :30 ; Acts 28:3. Burden, that which is borne, en- cumbrance. Ps. 55 :22, cast thy b. on the Lord Eccl. 12 :5, grasshopper shall be a b. Matt. 11 :30, my b. is light 20 :12, borne b. and heat of the day 23 :4, they bind heavy b. Luke 11 :4C. Gal. :2, bear ye one another's b. o. Burdensome, heavy, grievous. Zech. 12 :3 ; II. Cor. 11 :9 ; I. Thess. 2 :6. Burn, consume by fire. Ps. 39:3, while musing the fire b. Prov. 26 :23, b. lips and wicked heart Isa. 9 :18, wickedness b. as the fire 33 :14, dwell with everlasting b. Mai. 4 :1, day that shall b. as oven Matt. 13 :30, bind tares to b. Luke 3 :17, chaff b. with fire 12 :35, loins girded and lights b. 24 :32, did not our heart b. John 5 :35, he was a b. and shin- ing I. Cor. 13 :3, give my body to be b. Heb. 6 :8, whose end is to be b. Rev. 4 :5, lamps b. before the 19 :20, lake of fire b. with Burnt-Offeringr, sacrifice to God. Ps. 40 :6, b. thou hast not re- quired Isa. 61 : 8, I hate robbery for b. Jer. 6 :20, your b. are not accept- able IIos. 6 :6. knowledge more than b. Mark 13 :33, love neighbor more than b. Burst, to rend, break. Prov. 3 :10 ; Mark 2 :22 ; Luke 5:37. Bury, cover out of sight. Gen. 49 :29, b. me with my Ps. 79 :3, was none to bury them Matt. 8 :21, suffer me to b. my 22, let the dead b. their dead Rom. 6 :4, b. with him by I. Cor. 15 :4, he was b. and rose Bush, shrub. Ex. 3 :2, fire out of midst of b. 4, God called unto him out of b. Luke 6 :44, nor of bramble b. gather 20 :37 ; Acts 7 :35. Bushel, dry measure. Matt. 5 :15, ; Mark 4 :21 ; Luke 11 :33. Business, employment, traffic. I. Sam. 21 :8, king's b. requireth haste Ps. 107 :23, do b. in great waters Prov. 22 :29, diligent in b. Luke 2 :49, about my Father's b. Rom. 12 :11, not slothful in b. I. Thess. 4 :11, study to do your own b. Butler, servant in charge of liq uors. Gen. 40:1 ; 41:9. Butter, substance obtained from cream. Judg. 5 :25, brought b. in lordly dish Job 20 :17, brooks of honey and b. 29 :6. Ps. 55 :21, words smoother than b Prov. 30 :33, churning bringeth b Isa. 7 :15, b. and honey shall be eat Buy, to purchase. Lev. 22 :11, b. any soul with money Prov. 23 :23, b. the truth Isa. 55 :1, b. and eat b. wine Matt. 25 :9, go to them that sell and b. John 4 :8, disciples were gone to b. Jas. 4 :13, we will b. and sell Rev. 3 :18, b. of me gold tried 18 :11, no man b. her merchan- dise Cage, kind of basket. Jer. 5 :27 ; Rev. 18 :2. Cake, baked dough. Judg. 7 :19, c. of barley bread tumbled II. Sam. 6 :19, every man a c. of bread I. K. 17 :13, make me a little c. first Calamity, misfortune. Deut. 32 :35, day of their c. is at hand II. Sam. 22 :19, prevented me in day of c. Job 6 :2, my c. laid in the balances Prov. 1 :26, will laugh at your c. 24 :22, their c. shall rise sud- denly 27:10. Caldron, large kettle. I. Sam. 2 :14 : Job 41 :20 ; Ezek. 11:3, 11; Mic. 3:3. Calf, young of the cow. Ex. 32 :4, had made it a molten c. Ps. 106 :14 ; Isa. 11 :16 ; Hos. 8 :5 ; Luke 15 :23. Call, to speak in loud voice. Gen. 30 :13, daughters will c. me blessed I. Sam. 3 :6, thou didst c. me Ps. 4 :1, hear me when I c. O God 86 :5, plenteous in mercy to all that c. Prov. 31 :28, children rise up c. her blessed Joel 2 :32, remnant Lord shall c. Mai. 3 :12 ; Matt. 9 :13 ; Luke 1 :48 ; Acts 2 :39. Calling', divine summons. Rom. 11 :29, c. of God without repentance I. Cor. 7 :20, abide in same c. Eph. 1 :18, know what is hope of his c. Phil. 3 :14. prize of high c. of God in Christ II. Thess. 1 :11, God count you worthy of his c. II. Tim. 1 :9, called us with an holy c. Heb. 3:1, partakers of heaven ly c. II. Pet. 1 :10, make c. and elec tion sure Calm, to quiet, allay. Ps. 107 :29, he maketh the storm a c. Jonah 1 :11, 12 ; Matt. 8 :26 ; Mark 4 :39 ; Luke 8 :24. Calves, produce, pi. of calf. Hos. 14 :2, we render the c. of our lips Mai. 4 :2, grow up as c. of the stall Camel, large quadruped. Gen. 24 :19, I will draw water for thy c. also Lev. 11 :4, c. because he cheweth the cud Matt. 3 :4, John had raiment of c. hair 19 :24, easier for a c. to go through the eye 23 :24, strain at gnat and swal- low a c. Camp, rest or lodge, tents. Ex. 14 :19, angel of God went before the c. 16 :13, quails came up and cov- ered the c. Num. 1 :52, every man by his own c. Deut. 23 :14, Lord walketh in midst of e. Heb. 13 :13, go unto him with- out the c. Rev. 20 :9, compassed c. of the saints Candle, a light made of wax or tallow. Job. 29 :3, his c shined upon my head Ps. 18:28, thou wilt light my c. Prov. 20 :27, spirit of man c. of Lord Zeph. 1 :12, I will search Jeru- salem with c. Matt. 5 :15, light a c. and put it under Rev. 18 :23, light of a c. shall shine 22 :5, they need no c. Canker, corrode, corrupt. II. Tim. 2 :17 ; Jas. 5 :3. Captain, leader, chief. Josh. 5 :14, c. of host of the Lord II. Chron. 13 :12, God himself is our c. Heb. 2 :10, c. of their salvation Captive, prisoner. Ex. 12 :29, c. that was in dun- geon Isa. 51 :14, c. exile hasteneth that he 52 :2, O e. daughter of Zion II. Tim. 2 :26, are taken c. by him 3 :6, lead c. silly women laden with Captivity, imprisonment, slavery. Judg. 5 :12, lead thy c. captive Ps. 14 :7, Lord bringeth back the c. 85:1 : 126:1. Rom. 7 :23, into c. to the law of sin II. Cor. 10 :5, bringing into c. every Carcase, dead body. Isa. 66 :24 ; Matt. 24 :28 ; Heb. 3:17. Care, caution, watchfulness. Ps. 142 :4, no man c. for my soul Jer. 49 :31, nation dwelleth with- out c. Ezek. 4:16, eat bread by weight with c. Matt. 13 :22, c. of this world chokes the word I. Cor. 9 :9, doth God take c. for oxen 12 :25, have same c. one for an- other II. Cor. 7:12. that our c. for you 8:16; 11:28. I. Tim. 3 :5, take c. of the church of God I. Pet. 5 :7, casting all your c. upon him Careful, thoughtful, vigilant. Jer. 17 :8, not be c. in year of drought Dan. 3 :16, not c. to answer thee Luke 10 :41, art c. about many things Phil. 4 :6, c. for nothing, but by prayer Tit. 3 :8, c. to maintain good works Heb. 12 :17, sought it c. with tears Carnal, fleshly. Rom. 7 :14, I am c. sold under sin 8 :6, to be c. minded is death 7, c. mind is enmity against God I. Cor. 9 :11, reap your c. things II. Cor. 10 :4, weapons not c. but mighty Heb. 7 :16, not after the law of a c. Carpenter, builder of houses. II. Sam. 5 :11, Hiram sent c. to David II. Chron. 24 :12, hired c. to re- pair Isa. 44 :13, c. stretcheth out his rule Matt. 13:55, is not this the c. son Mark 6 :3, c. the son of Mary, the brother Carry, to bear, remove, keep safely I. K. 18 :12, Spirit of the Lord shall c. thee Isa. 40 :11, c. lambs in his bosom 53:4. Luke 10 :4, c. neither purse, nor scrip John 21 :18, c. thee whither thou Eph. 5 :14, c. about with every wind I. Tim. 6 :7, we can c. nothing out Cart, wagon. Isa. 5 :18, draw sin with a c. rope Amos 2:13, c. is pressed that is full Case, cause, matter. Ex. 5:19, they were in evil c. Ps. 144 :15, happy people in such c. Matt. 5 :20, in no c. enter heaven John 5 :6, long time in that c. Cast, to throw, impel. Neh. 9 :26, c. law behind their backs Prov. 16 :33, lot is c. into the lap Matt. 5 :29, body should be c. into hell Mark. 9 :38, one c. out devils Luke 21 :1, c. gifts into treasury John 8 :7, first c. stone at her II. Cor. 10 :5, c. down imagina- tions I. Pet. 5 :7, c. all your care upon him I. John 4 :18, love c. out fear Catch, snatch away. Judg. 21 :21, c. you every man his wife Ps. 10 :9, lieth in wait to c. the poor Matt. 13 :19, devil c. away that which Luke 5 :10, thou shalt c. men John 10 :12, wolf c. and scatter- ed Cattle, domestic quadrupeds. Ps. 50 :10, c. upon a thousand hills 104 :14, causeth grass to grow for c. Ezek. 34 :17, judge between c. and c. Caught, laid hold of. Gen. 22:13, ram c. in thicket Prov. 7 :13, e. him and kissed him John 21 :3, that night they c. nothing II. Cor. 12 :4, c. up into paradise I. Thess. 4 :17, c. up together with Cause, reasons, plea. Ex. 23 :2, shalt not speak in a c. Deut. 1:17, c. that is too hard for Ezra 6:12, God c. his name to dwell lO CAVE. CONCORDANCE. CHURCH. Ps. 67 :1 ; 80 :3, c. his face to shine I. Cor. 11 :30, for this c. many are sickly Eph. 5 :31, for this c. shall a man leave I. Tim. 1 :16. for this c. I ob- tained mercy Cave, hollow place in the earth. Gen. 19 :30, Lot dwelt in a c. 23 :19 ; 25 :9. 49 :29, bury me with my father in c. Josh. 10 :16, fled and hid them- selves in a c. I. K. 18 :4, hid them by fifty in a c. Ezek. 33 :27, in c. shall die of pestilence John 11 :38, grave was a c. and a stone Heb. 11 :38, in dens and c. of the earth Cease, leave off. Gen. 8 :22. day and night shall not c. Deut. 5 :11, poor never c. out of land Job. 3 :17, wicked c. from trou- bling Ps. 46 :9, maketh wars to c. Prov. 19 :27, c. to hear instruc- tion 23 :4, c. from thine own wisdom Isa. 1 :16. c. to do evil, learn to do well Acts 20 :31, I c. not to warn every I. Cor. 13 :8, there be tongues they shall c. Eph. 1 :16, c. not to give thanks Col. 1 :9, c. not to pray for you I. Thess. 5 :17, pray without c. Cedar, kind of tree. II. Sam. 7 :2, I dwell in a house of c. Ps. 29 :5, voice of Lord break- etli c. 92 :12, grow like a c. in Lebanon Cant. 1 :17, beams of our house are c. Isa. 9 :10, we will change them to c. Ezek. 17 :22, branch of the high c. 23. Amos 2 :9, like the height of c. Celebrate, keep a festival. Lev. 23 :32, ye c. your Sabbath 41 Isa. 38 :18, death cannot c. thee Celestial, heavenly. I. Cor. 15 :40, glory of c. is one Certain, reallv, fixed, sure. Ex. 3 :12, c. I will be with thee I. Cor. 4 :11, no c. dwelling place I. Tim. 6 :7, it is c. we can carry Heb. 10 :27, c. fearful looking for Chaff, husk. Ps. 1 :4, like the c. which the wind 35 :5, let them be as c. before the wind Isa. 5 :24, flame consumeth the c. 29:5; 33:11. Matt. 3 :12, burn up the c. with Chain, links of iron, gold, etc. Gen. 41 :42, gold c. about his neck Ps. 73 :6, pride compasseth them as a c. Acts 28 :20. am bound with c. I. Tim. 4 :16, not ashamed of my c. II. Pet. 2 :4. delivered them into c. of darkness Jude 6, reserved in everlasting c. Chamber, room in a house. II. K. 4 :10, let us make a little c. I pray Ps. 19 :5, bridegroom coming out of c. Isa. 26 :20, enter thou into thy c. Ezek. 8 :12, every man in c. of his imagery Matt. 24 :26, he is in the secret c. Acts. 9 :37, laid her in upper c. Champion, mighty one. I. Sam. 17 :4, there went out a c. 51, saw their c. was dead they fled Chance, occurrence, happens. I. Sam. 6 :9 ; Eccl. 9 :11 ; Luke 10:31. Change, alter, turn about. Judg. 14 :12, thirty c. of gar- ments Job. 14:14, wait till my c. come Ps. 15 :4, sweareth and c. not 102 :2G, as a vesture shalt thou c. Mai. 3 :6, I am the Lord, I c. not Rom. 1 :23 ; I. Cor 15 :51 ; II. Cor. 3:18. Chant, sing aloud. Amos 6 :5, c. to sound of viol Chapel, sanctuary, holy place. Amos 7 :13, it is the king's c. Charge, command, adjure. Job. 1 :22, nor c. God foolishly Ps. 91 :11, give his angels c. over thee Matt. 9 :30, Jesus straitly c. them Rom. 8 :38, anything to the c. of I. Cor. 9 :18, gospel of Christ without c. I. Tim. 1:3; 5:21; II. Tim. 4 :1 ; 6:17. Chargeable, burdensome. II. Sam. 13 :25, lest we be c. to thee II. Cor. 11 :9, c. to no man I. Thess. 2 :9, would not be c. unto Chariot, vehicle or war car. Ex. 14 :25, took off their c. wheels II. K. 2 :11, appeared a c. of fire Ps. 20 :7, some trust in c. and some 68 :17, c. of God are twenty thousand Hab. 3 :8, thy c. of salvation Acts 8 :29, join thyself to his c. Charity, love, kindness. Rom. 14 :15, walkest thou not c. 1. Cor. 8 :1, but c. edifieth 13 :1, tongues of men and have not c. 2, have not c. I am nothing 3 4, c. suffereth long and is kind 8, c. never faileth, but whether there 13, now abideth faith, hope, c, these 14 :1, follow after c. and desire spiritual 16 :14, all things be done with c. Col. 3 :14, above all put on c. I. Thess. 3 :6. good tidings of your faith and c. II. Thess. 1 :3, c. of every one of your aboundeth I. Tim. 1 :5, end of command- ment is c. 2 :15, continue in faith and c. 4 :12, in conversation, in c, in spirit II. Tim. 2 :22, follow faith, c, peace 3 :10, long suffering, c. patience Tit. 2 :2, sound in faith, in c. I. Pet. 4 :8, above all things have fervent c. 5 :14, greet one another with kiss of c. II. Pet. 1 :7, brotherly kind- ness, c. III. John 6, borne witness of thy c. Rev. 2 :19, know thy works and c. Charmed, fascinated. Jer. 8 :17. will not be c, and thev shall Deut. 18 :11 ; Ps. 58 :5 ; Isa. 19 :3 Chaste, consecrated, pure. II. Cor. 11 :2, present you as a c. virgin Tit. 2 :5, be discreet, c. keepers of home I. Pet. 3 :2, c. conversation cou- pled with fear Chasten, reproof, instruct. Deut. 8 :5, as a man c. his son Ps. 6 :1, neither c. me in thy hot 94 :12, blessed is the man thou c. Prov. 19 :18, c. thy son while there is II. Cor. 6:9, as c. and not killed Heb. 12 :6, whom the Lord loveth he c. 11. Chastise, correct, punish. Lev. 26 :28, c. you seven times I. K. 12 :11, will c. you with scorpions Hos. 7 :12, c. them as their 10 :10, my desire that I should c. Luke 23 :16, I will c. him and re- lease Chatter, talk idly, jabber. Isa. 38 :14, like a crane so did I c. Cheek, side of face. Job 16:10; Isa. 50:6; Lam. 3 :30 ; Matt. 5 :39. Cheer, become jovous. Eccl. 11 :9, let thy heart c. thee in thy Matt. 9 :2, son be of good c. thy sins 14 :27. be of good c. it is I ; be not afraid John 16:33; Acts 23:11, 27:22, 25-36. Cheerful, gay, joyful. Prov. 15 :13, merry heart mak- eth a c. Zech. 8 :19, gladness and c. feasts. 9:17, corn shall make young men c. II Cor. 9 :7, God loveth a c. giver Cherisheth, hold dear. Eph. 5 :29, nourisheth and c. it I Thess. 2 :7, as a nurse c. her Cherubims, order of angels. I Sam. 4 :4 ; II Sam. 2 ; II K. 19 :15. I Chron. 13:6; Ps. 80:1, 99:1; Isa. 37 :16. Chickens, nestlings. Matt. 23 :37, as a hen gathereth her c. Chide, strive, contend. Ex. 17 :2, people did c. with Moses Judg. 8 :1, did c. with him sharply Ps. 103 :9, he will not always c. Chief, leader, best, most valuable. Ezra 9 :2 ; Neh. 11 :3 ; Job 12 :24, 40:19; Ps. 137:6. Amos 6 :1, named c. of the na- tions Matt. 20 :27, whosoever will be c. 23 ;6, c. seats in the synagogue Luke 11 :15, through the c. of devils 14 :1 ; John 12 :42 ; Acts, 14 :12, 17:4. Eph. 2 :20, Jesus Christ c. cor- nerstone I Tim. 1 :15, sinners ; of whom I am c. I Pet. 5 :4, when the c. Shepherd shall appear Child, one young in years. Gen. 42 :22, do not sin against the c. Ps. 131 :2, quieted myself as a c. that Prov. 20 :11, c. known by his doings 22 ;6, train up a c. in the way 15, foolishness in heart of c. Isa. 9 :6, unto us a c. is born 65 :20, c. shall die hundred years old Luke 1 :66, what manner of c. shall John 4 :49, come down ere my c. die I Cor. 13 :11, when I was a c. : I spake as a c. II Tim. 3 :15, from a c. thou hast Children, plural of child. Ps. 34 :11, come ye c. hearken to me 128 :3. thy c. like olive plants Isa. 30 :9, lying c. c. that will not 63 :8. c. that will not lie ; Jer. 31 :15. Matt. 15 :26, not meet to take c. bread 17 :26, then are the c. free 19 :14. suffer little c. forbid them Luke 16 :8, c. of this world wiser than c. Rom. 8:16, we are the c. of God Eph. 4 :14, we henceforth be no more c. 5 :6, wrath of God upon c. of disobedience Col. 3 :20, c. obey your parents I Tim. 3 :4, having his c. in sub- jection Choice, preference, select I Sam. 9 :2, Saul a c. young man II Sam. 10 :9, all the c. men of Israel Prov. 8 :10, knowledge rather than c. gold Acts, 15 :7, God made c. among us Choke, to hinder or check. Matt. 13:7-22; Mark, 4:7-19, 5 :13 ; Luke, 8 :14-33. Choose, make choice of Deut. 30 :19, thefore c. life Josh. 24 :15, c. you whom ye will serve II Sam. 24 :12, c. thee one of them Ps. 25 :12, way that he shall c. 47 :4, c. our inheritance for us Prov. 1 :29, did not c. fear of the Lord Isa. 7 :15, refuse evil, c. the good Phil. 1 :22, what I shall c. I wot not Heb. 11 :25, c. rather to suffer Chosen, selected. Josh. 24 :22, ye have c. the Lord I Chron. 16 :13, children of Jacob his c. Ps. 33 :12, c. for his own In- heritance Prov. 16 :16, rather to be c. than ; 22 :1. Isa. 66 :3, have c. their own way Matt. 20 :16, many called, but few c. Mark 13 :20, elect's sake whom he hath c. Luke 10 :42, Mary hath c. that good John 15 :16, ye have not c. me Acts 9 :15, he is a c. vessel to me I Cor. 1 :27, God hath c. the foolish Eph. 1 :4, hath c. us in him II Thess. 2 :13, from beginning c. you I Pet. 2 :4, c. of God and precious 9. ye are a c. generation ; Rev. 17 :14. Christ, Son of God, Messiah. Matt. 2 :4, where C. should he born 16 :16, thou art the C. the son 24 :5, many shall come saying, I am C. Luke 4 :41, devils knew he was C. 23 :36-39 : 24 :26-46. John 4 :25, Messias which is called C. 29, is not this the C. 6 :69, we are sure thou are C. Acts 2 :30-36 ; 8 :5 ; Rom. 5 :6-8, 6 :4-9, 8 :9-10-ll, 10 :4, 14 :9, 15 :3 ; I Cor. 1 :23-24, 3 :23, 15 :16-17. Eph. 5 :2, C. also loved us and hath Phil. 1 :16, some preach C. of contention 21, for me to live is C. to die is gain I Pet. 1 :11, Spirit of C. did signify I John 2 :22, denieth Jesus is the C. 5 :1. believeth Jesus is C. is horn of God Rev. 20 :4, reigned with C. thou- sand 6. Christian, belonging to Christ. Acts 11 :26, called C. first in An- tioch 26 :28, almost persuadeth me to be a C. I Pet. 4 :16, if any man suffer as a C. Church, bodv of Christians. Matt. 16 :18, upon this rock I build my c. 18 :17, tell it to the c. Acts 2 :47, added to the c. daily. 7:38, 8:1-3, 9:31, 11:22-26, 12:1-5. 14 :23, ordained elders in every c. 20 :28, overseers to feed c. of God Rom. 16 :5, greet the c. that is in their 16. the c. of Christ salute you I Cor. 14 :28, keep silence in the 11 CHURL. CONCORDANCE. COMMANDMENT. c. 34 :35, shame for women to speak in e. 15 :9 ; Gal. 1 :13-22 ; Eph. 3 :10- 21, 5:23-24. Eph. 5 :25, Christ also loved the c. Col. 1 :18-24 ; I Tim. 3 :15. 5 :16 ; Heh. 2 :12, 12 :23 ; Jas. 5 :14. Churl, surly, ill-hred man, miserly. Isa. 32 :6, nor the c. said to be bountiful ; 7. Churning', pressure. Prov. 30 :33, c. of milk bringeth forth Ceiled, covered over. II Chron. 3 :5 ; Jer. 22 :14 ; Ezek. 41 :6 ; Hag. 1 :4. Circuit, move in a circle. I Sam. 7 :16 ; Job 22 :14 ; Ps. 19 :6 ; Eecl. 1 :6. Circumcise, cut off. Deut. 30 :6, God will c. thy heart Jer. 4 :4, c. yourselves to the Lord Luke 1 :59, eighth day came to c. the child John 7 :22 ; Acts 15 :5, 21 :21 ; Rom. 4 :11 ; Gal. 5 :2. Circumcision, spiritual purifica- tion. John 7 :22, Moses gave unto you c. Acts 10 :45, they of the c. which believed Rom. 15 :8, Christ was a minister of the c. Gal. 5 :6, in Christ neither c. availeth Phil. 3 :3, we are c. which wor- ship God Col. 2 :11, with the c. made with- out hands 3 :11, c. nor uncircumcision Circumspect, prudent, watchful. Ex. 23 :13, I have said to you be c. Eph. 5 :15, see that ye walk c. Cistern, reservoir for water. II K. 18 :31, drink waters of his c. Prov. 5 :15. Eccl. 12 :6, wheel broken at the c. Jer. 2 :13, hewed them out c. Citizen, inhabitant of a place. Luke 15 :15, joined himself to a c. of that 19 :14, his c. hated him, and sent a message Acs 21 :38, c. of no mean city ; and I Eph. 2 :19, fellow c. with the saints City, large town. Num. 35 :6 ; Josh. 15 :59 ; II Sam. 19 :37. Ps. 46 :4, make glad the c. of God 107 :4, found no. c. to dwell in 127 :1, except the Lord keep the c. Prov. 8 :3, crieth at entry of the c. 16 :32, than he that taketh a c. Zech. 8 :3, Jerusalem called, A c. of truth Matt. 5 :14, a c. that is set on a hill 21 :10, all the c. was moved, saying Luke 24 :49, tarry ye in the c. of Jerusalem Acts 8 :8, there was great joy in that c. Heb. 11 :10, c. that hath founda- tions 12 :22, the c. of the living God 13:14, here have we no con- tinuing c. Rev. 16 :19. great c. divided into three parts 20 :9, camp of saints and be- loved c. Clamor, noise, uproar. Prov. 9 :13 ; Eph. 4 :31. Clap, smite hands together. Ps. 47 :1, 98 :8 ; Isa. 55 :12 ; Sam. 2:15. Clay, mire, mud, mortar. Job 4:19, dwell in houses of'c. 10 :9, thou hast made me as c. 27 :16, 33 :6, 38 :14. Ps. 40 :2, brought me out of miry c. Isa. 29 :16, 45 :9, 64 :8 ; Jer. 18 :4-6 ; Dan. 2 :33. John 9 :6, made c. ; and anointed the eyes Rom. 9 :21, potter power over the c. Clean, free from filth. Gen. 7 :2, 8 :20 ; Lev. 10 :10 ; II K. 5:12. Job. 14 :4, bring a c. thing out of an 15 :15, heavens not c. in his sight Ps. 24 :4, he that hath c. hands 51 :10, create in me a c. heart, O God i Prov. 16 :2, ways of man c. in his own eyes Isa. 1 :16, wash you, make you c. 51 :11, be ye c. that bear the vessels of Ezek. 36 :25, then will I sprinkle c. water Matt. 8 :2, thou canst make me c. 23 :25, make c. the outside of the cup Luke 11 :41, all things are c. unto you John 13 :11, ye are not all c. 15:3. Acts 18 :6, I am c. from hence- forth I will go Rev. 19 :8, fine linen, c. and white : for the Cleanse, render clean. Ps. 19 :12, c. thou me from secret faults 73 :13, I have c. my heart in vain Matt. 8 :3, his leprosy was c. 10 :8, 11 :5, 23 :26 ; Luke 4 :27, 17:17. Acts 10 :15, what God hath c. that call 11 Cor. 7 :1, let us c. ourselves from all Jas. 4 :8, c. your hands, ye sin- ners I John 1 :7-9, c. us from all sin Clear, innocent, shining. Gen. 24 :8, c. from this my oath 44 :16, how shall we c. ourselves Ex. 34 :7, will by no means c. guilty II Sam. 23 :4, c. shining after rain Ps. 51 :4, be c. when thou judgest Amos 8 :9, darken the earth in the c. day II Cor. 7 :11, approved yourselves to be c. Rev. 21 :11, light was c. as crys- tal 18, city was pure gold, like c. glass Cleave, hold fast, to divide. Gen. 2 :24, shall e. unto his wife Josh. 23 ?8, c. unto the Lord your God II K. 5 :27, leprosy shall c. to thee Ps. 137 :6, tongue c. to roof of my mouth Eccl. 10 :9, he that c. wood shall be Acts 11 :23, with purpose of heart c. Rom. 12 :9, c. to that which is good Clefts, crevice, crack. Cant. 2 :14 ; Isa. 2 :21 ; Jer. 49 :6 ; Amos 6 :11 ; Obad. 3. Clerk, writer, scribe. Acts 19 :35, town c. had appeased people Climb, to go up, ascend. Jer. 4 :29, c. up upon the rocks Joel 2 :7, c. the wall like men of war Amos 9 :2, though they c. up to heaven Luke 19 :4, c. up into a sycamore tree John 10 :1, c. up some other way Cloak, outer garment. Matt. 5 :40, let him have thy c. also Luke 6 :29, him that taketh away thy c. John 15 :22, they have no c. for sin I Thess. 2 :5, nor a c. of covet- ousness I Pet. 2 :16, c. of maliciousness Closet, small apartment. Matt. 6 :6, enter into thy c. Luke 12 :3, spoken in the ear in c. Clothe, provide with clothes. Gen. 3 :21, make coats of skin and c. Ex. 40 :14, bring his sons and c. them Esth. 4 :4, sent raiment to c. Ps. 65 :13, pastures c. with flocks 132 :9, priests be c. with right- eousness 16, I will also c. with salvation Prov. 23 :21, drowsiness shall c. a man 31 :21, household c. with scarlet Isa. 50 :3, c. heavens with black- ness Matt. 6 :30, God c. grass of the field. 31. II :8, man c. in soft raiment 25 :36, naked and ye c. me Mark 1 :6, c. with camel's hair 5 :15, c. and in his right mind 15 :17, c. him with purple and platted 11 Cor. 5 :2, desiring to be c. upon with I Pet. 5 :5, and be c. with hu- mility Rev. 3 :18, white raiment thou mayest be c. 12 :1. 19 :13, he was c. with a vesture dipped Cloud, darken in spots, render gloomy. Gen. 9 :13, set my bow in the c Ex. 132 :1, by day in a pillar of a c. I K. 18 :44, little c. out of the sea Ps. 36 :5, thy faithfulness reach eth to the c. 68 :34, his strength is in the c. 99 :7, spake to them in c. Prov. 3 :20, c. drop down dew Eccl. 11 :4, he that regardeth the c. shall 12 :2, nor the c. return after the rain Isa. 5 :6, command c. that they rain 44 :22, blotted out as a thick c. Dan. 7 :13, Son of man came with the c. Hos. 6 :4, your goodness as morn- ing c. Matt. 17 :5, bright c. overshad- owed 24 :30, Son of man coming in c. I Cor. 10:1, fathers were un- der c. I Thess. 4 :17 ; II Pet. 2 :17 ; Judge 12 ; Rev. 1 :7, 14 :14. Cloven, split, parted. Lev. 11 :3 ; Deut. 14 :7 ; Acts 2 :3. Coal, hot or burning stone. Lev. 16 :12, censer full of burn- ing c. Prov. 6 :28, go upon hot c. and not 25 :22, heap c. of fire on his head John 18 :18, made a fire of c. Coat, outer garment. Gen. 37 :3, made him c. of many colors I Sam. 2 :19, mother made him little c. 17 :5, armed with c. of mail Matt. 5 :40, take away thy c. let him; 10:10. John 19 :23, the c. was without seam ; 21 :7. Acts 9 :39, shewing c. Dorcas made Cock, male of birds. Matt. 26 :34 ; Mark 13 :35, 14 :30 ; Luke 22:34. Cold, not warm or hot. Gen. 8 :22 ; Job 24 :7-9 ; Ps. 146 :17 : Prov. 20 :4. Prov. 25 :13, c. of snow in har- vest ; 20. 25, c. waters to a thirsty soul Matt. 10 :42, cup of c. water only in name 24 :2, love of many shall wax c. Collection, gathered together. II Chron. 24:6: I Cor. 16:1. Come, approach, arrive. Job. 22 :21, good shall c. unto thee Ps. 22 :31, c. and declare his righteousness Isa. 35 :4, God will c. with ven- geance Matt. 11 :28, c. unto me, all ye that labour 16 :24, if any man will c. after me Luke 7 :8, I say c. and he cometh John 6 :44, no man can c. to me 7 :37, any man thirst let him c. Acts 16 :9, c. over and help us I Cor. 11 :26, shew Lord's death till he c. Rev. 22 :7, behold I c. quickly 17, Spirit and bride say c. 20, even so, c. Lord Jesus Comely, graceful, becoming. I Sam. 16 :18, prudent in matters and a c. Ps. 33 :1, praise is c. for the upright I Cor. 11 :13, is it c. that a woman Comfort, speak kindly, consola- tion. Gen. 37 :35, sons and daughters rose up to c. II Sam. 10 :2, David sent to c. him Job 6:10, then should I yet have c. Ps. 23:4, thy rod and thy staff they c. me 119 :50, my c. in my affliction Isa. 22 :4, labor not to c. me Mark 10 :49, be of good c. rise John 11 :19, c. them concerning their Acts 9 :31 ; Rom. 15 :4 ; I Cor. 14 :3 ; II Cor. 1, 3, 4 :27. Phil. 2 :1, if any c. of love ; 19. Col. 4 :11, have been a c. to me I Thess. 4 :18, c. one another with these 5 :11, c. yourselves together 14, c. the feeble-minded Comforted, console, cheered. Gen. 50 :21, c. and spake kindly to them Isa. 49 :13, Lord hath c. his people Matt. 5 :4, for they shall be c. Luke 16 :25, he is c. thou art tormented Acts 16 :40, they c. them and departed I Cor. 14 :31, all may learn and be c. II Cor. 1 :4, we are c. of God Col. 2 :2, hearts might be c. I Thess. 2 :11, ye know how we c. you 3 :7, we were c. over you in our Comforter, one who comforts. Job 16 :2, miserable c. are ye all Ps. 69 :20, looked for e. but found none John 14 :16, give you another c. 26, the C. which is the Holy Ghost 15 :26, when the C. is come whom ; 16 :7. Comfortless, without comfort. John 14 :18, will not leave you c. Command, to order, direct. Gen. 18 :19, he will c. his chil- dren Ex. 34 :11, observe that which I c. Ps. 33 :9, he c. and it stood still Luke 8 :25, he c. even the winds 9 :54, c. fire to come down John 15 :14, do whatsoever I c. you Acts 17 :30, c. all men every- where Commandment, charge, precept. Ps. 119 :86, thy c. are faithful 96, thy c. is exceeding broad 143, thy c. are my delights Matt. 15 :9, for doctrines the c. of men Luke 23 :56, rested according to c. John 13 :34, a new c. I give unto you Rom. 7 :12, c. is holy, just and good 12 COMMEND. CONCORDANCE. CONSENT. I Cor. 7 :6, by permission not by c. Eph. 6 :2, first c. with promise I Tim. 1 :5, end of c. is charity Commend, praise, commit. Luke 23 :46, into thy hands I c. my Acts 20 :32, I c. you to God Rom. 3:5, 16:1; II Cor. 3:1; 5 :12 ; 10 :12. Commit, to do, consign, trust. Ex. 20 :14, shait not c. adultery Ps. 37 :5, thy way unto the Lord Jer. 2 :13, my people c. two evils John 2 :24, Jesus did not c. him- self I Tim. 6 :20 ; II Tim. 2 :22 ; I Pet. 2:23. Common, ordinary or unusual. Lev. 4 :27, if any of c. people sin through Eccl. 6:1, evil c. among men Jer. 31 :5, eat them as c. things Matt. 27 :27, took Jesus into c. hall Mark 12 :37, c. people heard him gladly Acts 5 :18, put apostles in c. prison 10 :14, 15 :28 ; I Cor. 10 :13 ; Tit. 1 :4 ; Jude 3. Commune, meditate, talk. Ex. 25 :22, I will c. with thee I Sam. 19 :3, c. with my father of Ps. 4 :4, c. with your own heart Zech. 1 :14, so the angel that c. with me Communicate, impart, reveal. Matt. 5 :37, let your c. be yea, yea. I Cor. 15 :33, evil c. corrupt good manners Gal. 6 :6, c. unto him that teacheth Phil. 4 :14, c. with my affliction I Tim. 6 :18, distribute, willing to c. Heb. 13 :16, do good and to c. forget not Communion, fellowship with Christ. 1 Cor. 10:16, c. of the blood of Christ 11 Cor. 6:14, what c. hath light with 13 :14, c. of the Holy Ghost, be with you Compact, firm, close, solid. Ps. 122 :3. Jerusalem c. together Eph. 4 :16, fitly joined and c. Companion, fellow worker, friend. Job 30 :29, brother to dragons and a c. to owls Ps. 119 :63, c. of all that fear thee Prov. 13 :20, c. of fools shall be destroyed 28 :7, c. of rioters men shameth Mai. 2 :14, yet she is thy c. the wife Phil. 2 :25, my brother and c. in labor Rev. 1 :9, c. in tribulation Company, assembly, group. I Sam. 10 :5, meet a c. of proph- ets Ps. 55 :14, walked to house of God in c. Mark 6 :39. set down in c. upon II Thess. 3 :14, have no c. with him Heb. 12 :22, innumerable c. of angels Compare, to liken. Ps. 89 :6, who can be c. unto the Lord Phil. 8 :11, not to be c. to wis- dom Isa. 40 :18, what likeness will ye c. Rom. 8:18. not worthy to be c. with the glory I Cor. 2 :13, c. spiritual things with II Cor. 10 :12, c. ourselves with some that Compass, surround, encircle. Ps. 116 :3, sorrows of death c. me 5 :12, with favour wilt thou c. 32 :7, c. me with song of deliver ance 10, mercy shall c. him about Isa. 50 :11, c. yourselves with sparks Matt. 23 :15, c. sea and land Luke 21 :20, Jerusalem c. with armies Heb. 5 :2, he also is c. with in- firmity 12 :1, c. with cloud of witnesses Compassion, sympathy, pity. Deut. 30 :3, Lord will have c. Isa. 49 :15, that she should not have c. Lam. 3 :22, his c. fail not Matt. 9 :36, Jesus moved with c. on them. 18 :33, had c. on thy fellowser- vant 20:34; Mark 5:19, 9:22; Luke 10 :33, 15 :20. Rom. 9 :15, I will have c. on whom Heb. 5 :2, have c. on ignorant I Pet. 3 :8, having c. one of an- other ; love I John 3 :17, shutteth up bowels of c. Compel, force. Lev. 25 :39, not c. him to serve Matt. 5 :41, c. thee to go a mile, go with Mark 15 :21, c. one sinner to bear cross Luke 14 :23, c. them to come in Acts 26 :11, c. them to blaspheme II Cor. 12 :11, ye have c. me ; for I ought Complain, find fault, censure. Num. 11 :1, people c. displeased the Lord Judg. 21 :22, their brethren come unto us to c. Ps. 77 :3, I c. and my spirit was : 144 :14. Lam. 3 :39, wherefore doth living man c. Complete, filled, perfect. Lev. 23 :15, seven Sabbaths shall be c. Col. 2 :10, ye are c. in him 4 :12. ye may stand perfect and c. Comprehend, understand. Job 37 :5, great things .we can- not c. Eph. 3 :18, able to c. with all saints Conceal, to hide. Gen. 37 :26, slay our brother and c. his Job 27 :11, which is with Al- mighty will I not c. Ps. 40:10, have not c. thy loving kindness Prov. 11 :13, faithful spirit c. the matter 12 :23, prudent man c. knowledge 25 :2. it is the glory of God to c. a thing Conceit, imagination, vain. Prov. 18 :11, as high wall in his own c. 26 :5, lest he be wise in his own c. Rom. 12 :16, be not wise in your own c. Conceive, beget, think, devise. Ps. 7 :14, hath c. mischief 51 :5, in sin did my mother c. me Acts 5 :4, why hast thou c. this Jas. 1 :15, lust hath c. it bring- eth forth sin Concern, relate or belong to, af- fair. Ezek. 12 :10, this burden c. the prince. Acts 28 :31, things which c. Lord Jesus. II Cor. 11 :30, which c. my in- firmities Concerning', pertaining to. Ps. 90 :13, repent thee c. thy servants Isa. 45 :11, ask c. my sons and c the Luke 24 :27, expounded scrip ture c. Eph. 5 :32, I speak c. Christ and the Phil. 4 :15, c. giving and receiv- ing I Tim. 6 :21, erred c. the faith I Pet. 4 :12, not strange c. fiery trial Concision, circumcision, cutting off. Phil. 3 :2, beware of the c. Conclude, to reckon, decide. Acts 21 :25, we have written and c. Rom. 3 :28, we c. a man is justi- fied by II :32, God hath -c. them all in unbelief Gal. 3 :22, scripture hath c. all under sin Concord, harmony. II Cor. 6 :15, what c. hath Christ with Concupiscence, over desire. Rom. 7 :8, wrought in me all manner of c. Col. 3 :5, inordinate affection, evil c. 1 Thess. 4 :5, not in the lust of c. Condemn, declare wrong, fine. Job 10 :2, say unto God do not c. me Amos2 : 8, they drink the wine of the c. Matt. 12 :7, would not have c. the guiltless 37, by thy words thou shalt be c. 42, rise in judgment and c. 20 :18, shall c. him to death 27 :3, Judas, when he saw he was c. Mark 16 :64, all c. him to .be guilty Luke 6 :37, c. not and ye shall not be c. John 3 :17, God sent not his Son to c. 18, believeth on him is not c. Rom. 21, judgest another, thou c. thyself 8 :3, for sin c. sin in the flesh ; 34. Tit. 2 :8, sound speech cannot be c. Jas. 5 :6, ye c. and killed the just ; 9. I John 3 :21, if our heart c. us not Condemnation, declaring guilty. John 3 :19, this is the c. that light II Cor. 3 :9, ministration of c. be glory I Tim. 3 :6, the c. of the devil Jas. 5 :12. lest ye fall into c. Jude 4, of old ordained to this c. Condescend, stoop, descend, sub- mit. Rom. 12 :16, c. to men of low estate Confess, acknowledge, own. Lev. 26 :40, they shall c. their iniquity Job 40 :14, c. that thine own right hand Ps. 32 :5, will c. my transgres- sions Matt. 10 :32, whosoever shall c. me before John 9 :22, if any man did c. that he was 12 :42, rulers did not c. him Rom. 10 :9, shall c. with thy mouth 14 :11, every tongue shall c. I John 1 :9, c. our sins, he is faithful 4 :15, whoso shall c. Jesus is the Son Rev. 3 :5. I will c. his name be- fore my Confession, to confess. Ezra 10:11, make c. to the Lord God Rom. 10 :10, with the mouth c. is made I Tim. 6 :13, witnessed a good c. Confidence, assurance, trust. Ps. 65 :5, c. of all the ends of the earth 118 :8-9, than to put c. in man Prov. 14 :26, in fear of the Lord is c. Isa. 30 :15, in c. shall be your strength Eph. 3 :12, access with c. by the faith Phil. 3 :3, have no c. in the flesh Heb. 3 :6, hold fast the c. and the 10 :35, cast not away your c. I John 3 :21, have c. toward God 5 :14, this is the c. we have in him Confirm, strengthen, establish. I K. 1:14; II K. 15:19; Esth. 9 :29-31. Ps.' 68 :9', didst c. thine inherit- ance Isa. 35 :3, c. the feeble knees Rom. 15 :8, c. promises made to fathers I Cor. 1 :8, shall also c. you unto the end 11 Cor. 2 :8, c. your love toward him Conflict, contest, struggle. Phil. 1 :30, having the same c. Col. 2 :1, great c. I have for you Conformed, having same form. Rom. 8 :29, c. to image of his Son ' 12 :2, be not c. to this world Confound, mingle, disorder. Gen. 11 :7, c. their language Jer. 1 :17, lest I c. thee before them I Cor. 1 :27, chosen foolish things to c. wise Confusion, shame, tumult. Ps. 70 :2, 71 :1, 109 :29 ; Isa. 24 :10. Dan. 9 :7, unto us c. of faces Acts 19 :29, city was filled with c. I Cor. 14 :33, God is not author of c. Congregation, assembly called to- gether. Num. 14 :10, all c. bade stone them Neh. 5 :13, all the c. said, Amen Ps. 1 :5, nor sinners in c. of righteous 26 :12, in the c. I will bless the Lord Prov. 21 :16, remain in c. of the dead Joel 2 :16, sanctify the c. assem- ble the Acts 13 :43, when the c. was broken up Conquer, gain the victory. Rev. 6 :2, went forth conquering and to c. Conqueror, one who conquers. Rom. 8 :37, we are more than c. Conscience, testimony of the soul John 8 :9, convicted by their c. Acts 24 :16, c. void of offence Rom. 2 :15, their c. also bearing witness 13 :5, be subject for c sake ; I Cor. 8 :7, 10 :12. II Cor. 1 :12, the testimony of our c. ; 4 :2. I Tim. 1 :5, out of pure heart and good c. ; 19. 3 :9, mystery of the faith in pure c. 4 :2, their c. seared with hot iron II Tim. 1 :3 : Tit. 1 :15 ; Heb. 9 :9-14 ; 10 :2-22. Heb. 13 :18, trust we have a good c. I Pet. 2:19, for c. toward God endure grief Consecrate, devote to God. Ex. 28 :3. c. him, that he may 29 :35, 32 :29. I Chron. 29 :5, c. his service to the Lord Mic. 4 :13, I will c. their gain Heb. 7 :28, Son, who is c. for evermore 10 :20, new and living way, which he hath c. Consent, agree, comply. I Sam. 11 :7, came out with one c. Prov. 1 :10, sinners entice thee c. thou not Ps. 85 :5, consulted together with one c. Luke 14:18, all with one c. be- gan to make I Cor. 7 :5, defraud not except with c. 13 CONSIDER. CONCORDANCE. COUNT. Consider, think, regard. 1 Sam. 12 :24, c. how great things he Ps. 83, when I c. thy heavens, the 41 :1, blessed is he that c. the poor 50 :22, c. this, ye that forget God Prov. 6 :6, e. her ways and be wise 2 :31, c. diligently what is before 28 :22, c. not that poverty Eccl. 5 :1, they c. not that they do evil 7 :14, in dav of adversity c. Jer. 23:20, in latter days ye shall c. Hag. 1 :5, saith Lord, c. your ways Matt. 6 :28, c. lilies of the field Luke 12 :24, c. the ravens, for they Heb. 7 :4, c. how great this man was 12 :3, c. him that endured 13 :7, c. the end of their conver- sation Consist, to be, stand firm'. Luke 12 :15, man's life c. not in the Col. 17, by him all things c. Consolation, comfort, solace. Job 15 :11, are the c. of God small Luke 6 :24, have received your c. Rom. 15 :5, God of patience and c. Phil. 2 :1, if there be any c. in Christ II Thess. 2 :16, give lis everlast- ing c. Heb. 6 :18, we might have a strong c. Conspiracy, plot. II Sam. 15 :12, the c. was strong II K. 12 :20, his servants made c. Jer. 11 :9, a c. is found among the men Acts 23 :13, more than forty made this c. Constantly, perpetually. Prov. 21 :28, man that heareth speaketh c. Constrain, compel, force. II K. 4 :8, she c. him to eat bread Job 32 -.18, the spirit within me c. me Matt. 14 :22, Jesus c. his disci pies Luke 24 :29, they c. him saying Acts 28 :19, I was c. to appeal to Caesar II Cor. 5 :14, love of Christ c. us Gal. 6:12, they c. you to be cir cumcised Consult, take counsel. Ps. 62 :4, they only c. to cast him down Matt. 26 :4, c. that they might take Jesus Luke 14 :31, c. whether he be able John 12 :10, chief priests c. that they Consume, become exhausted. Ex. 3 :2, bush was not c. Deut. 4 :24, thy God is a c. fire I K. 18 :38, fire of the Lord fell and c. Job 20 :26, fire not blown shall c. Ps. 39 :11, his beauty to c. away Luke 9 :54, c. them as Elias did Gal. 5 :15, take heed that ye be not c. Contain, have capacity for. I K. 8 :27, heaven of heavens cannot c. II Chron. 2 :6, 6 :18 ; I Cor. 7 :9. Contemn, loathe, despise. Ts. 10 :13, wherefore doth wicked c. God 15 :4, in whose eyes vile person is c. 107 :11, c. counsel of most High Ezek. 21 :13, sword c. even the rod Contempt, disdain, scorn. Job 12:21, poureth e. upon princes Ps. 119 :22, remove from me c. 123 :3, we are filled with c. Prov. 18 :3. wicked cometh, also c. Isa. 23 :9, bring into c. all honor able Dan. 12 :2, shame and everlast- ing c. Contend, dispute for, contest. Prov. 28 :4, such as keep the law c. Eccl. 6 :10, neither may be c. Isa. 49 :25, will c. with him that c. Jer. 12 :5, how canst thou c. with horses ? Jude 3, earnestly c. for the faith Content, satisfy, delight. Ex. 2 :21, Moses was c. to dwell Josh. 7 :7, would to God we had been c. Job 6 :28, therefore be c. look upon me Mark 15 :15, willing to c. the people Luke 3 :14, be c. with your wages I Tim. 6 :8, having food and rai- ment be c. Heb. 13 :5, be c. with such things as Contention, strife. Prov. 13 :10, only by pride com- eth c. 18 :18, lot causeth c. to cease ; 19:13, 22:10. 23:29, who hath woe? who hath c. ; 27 :15. Acts 15 :39, the c. was so sharp I Cor. 1 :11, there are c. among you Phil. 1 :16, preach Christ of c. not sincerely I Thess. 2 :3, speak with much c. Tit. 3 :9, avoid foolish questions and c. Continual, constant, incessant Prov. 15 :15, merry heart maketh c. feast 19 :13, contentions of wife are a c. dropping Jer. 52 :34, there was a c. diet given Ezek. 39 :14, men of c. employ ment Luke 18 :5, her c. coming weary me 24 :53, were c. in the temple Acts 6 :4, give ourselves c. to prayer Rom. 9 :2, c. sorrow in my heart Heb. 7 :3, abideth a priest c. Continue, persevere, persist. Job 14 :2, as a shadow and c. not Ps. 72 :17, his name shall be c as long Isa. 5 :11, c. till wine inflame Luke 6:12, c. all night in prayer John 8 :31, if ye c. in my word 15 :9, so I loved you ; c. ye in my love Acts 1 :14, c. with one accord in prayer 13 :43, c. in the grace of God 14 :22, exhorting them to c. in faith Rom. 6 :1. shall we c. in sin Col. 1 :23, if ye c. in faith grounded Heb. 7 :23, not suffered to c. by reason 13 :1, let brotherly love c. ; 14. Contradict, oppose, prevent. Acts 13 :45, c. and blaspheming Heb. 7 :7, without all c. the less is 12 :3, endured such c. of sinners Contrary, opposition. Lev. 26 :21, if ye walk c. unto me Matt. 14 :24, for the wind was c. Acts 18 :13, worship God c. to law 26 :9, many things c. to name of Jesus Gal. 5 :17, c. one to the other I Thess. 2 :15, c. to all men I Tim. 1 :10. c. to sound doctrine Tit. 2 :8, he of c. part be ashamed Contribution, lending aid. Rom. 15 :26, make certain c. Contrite, humble, sorrowful. Ts. 34 :18, saveth such as be of a c. 51 :17, broken and a c. heart, O God Isa. 57 :15, revive the heart of c. ones 66 :2, poor and of a c. spirit Controversy, contest, hostility. Deut. 17 :8, matters of c. within Isa. 34 :8, year of recompence for c. Jer. 25 :31, Lord hath a c. with nations I Tim. 3:16, without c. great is the Convenient, suitable, adapted. Prov. 30 :8, feed me with food c. Acts 24 :25, when I have a c. season Rom. 1 :28, things which are not c. Eph. 5 :4, nor jesting which are not c. Conversation, general conduct, talk. Ps. 37 :14, such as be of up- right c. 50 :23, ordereth his c. aright Phil. 1 :27, c. as becometh gospel 3 :20, our c. is in heaven I Tim. 4 :12, an example in c. Heb. 13 :5, c. without covetous- ness 7, considering end of their c. 1 Pet. 1 :15, be holy in all c. ; 18. 2 :12, your c. honest among 3 :1, won by c. of the wives II Pet. 2 :7, vexed with filthy c. Conversion, turning about. Acts 15 :3, declaring c. of the Convert, change, cause to turn. Ps. 51 :13, sinners shall he c. Isa. 1 : 27, her c. with righteous- ness Matt. 18 :3, except ye be c. and become Luke 22 :32, when c. strengthen thy John 12 :40, be c. and I should heal Acts 3 :19, repent and be c. that Jas. 5 :19, do err from truth and one c. 20, he which c. the sinner from Convince, persuade, satisfy. John 8 :46, which of you c. me of sin Acts 18 :28, mightily e. the Jews I Cor. 14 :24, he is c. of all, he is judged Tit. 1 :9, be able to c. gainsayers Jas. 2 :9, c. of the law as trans gressors Jude 15, c. all that are ungodly Copy, transcribe. Deut. 17 :18 ; Josh. 8 :32 ; Ezra 4 :ll-23, 7 :11 ; Esth. 3 :14. Cord, rope or string. Josh. 2 :15, let them down by a e. Job 30:11, hath loosed my c. and Ps. 129 :4, cut asunder c. of wicked Prov. 5 :22, be holden with c. of sin Eccl. 12 :6, or ever the silver c. be loosed Isa. 54 :2, lengthen thy c. strengthen John 2 :15, made a scourge of small c. Corn, grain used for food. Gen. 42 :2. there was c. in Egypt Deut. 25 :4, ox treadeth out the c. .Tudg. 15 :5, foxes into standing c. Job 5 :26, like as a shock of c. Ps. 4 :7, c. and wine increased ; 65 :13. 72 :16, handful of c. in the earth Prov. 11 :26, he that withbold- eth c. Zech. 9 :17, c. make young men cheerful Matt. 12 :1, began to pluck ears of c. Mark 4 :28, after that the full c. in ear John 12:24, c. of wheat fall into ground Corner, angle, chief man. Ps. 118:22, stone refused become head of c. 144 :12, daughters may be as c. stones Isa. 28 :16, a precious c. stone Matt. 6 :5, pray standing in c. of streets Rev. 7 :1, angels on four c. of the earth Correct, reprove, instruct. Job 5 :17, happy the man God c. Prov. 3 :12, whom the Lord lov- eth he c. 29 :17, c. thy son and he shall 19, servant will not be c. by words Jer. 2 :30, they have received no c. 10 :24, O Lord, c. me but with judgment 30 :ll, I will c. thee in measure II Tim. 3 :16, scripture profitable for c. Heb. 12 :9, had fathers which c. us Corrupt, change from good to bad. Deut. 4 :16, 31 :29 ; Job 17 :1 ; Prov. 25 :26. Matt. 6 :19, moth and rust doth c. I Cor. 15 :33, evil communica- tions c. good II Cor. 2 :17, many which c. word of God 11 :3, fear lest your minds be c. Eph. 4 :22, c. according to de- ceitful 29, let no c. communication I Tim. 6 :5, men of c. minds Jas. 5 :2, your riches are c. Corruption, depravity, taint. Ps. 16 :10, Holy One to see c. ; Acts 2 :27. Isa. 38 :17, delivered from pit of c. Jonah 2 :6, brought up my life from c. Acts 13 :34, no more to return to c. ; 36-37. I Cor. 15 :42, it is sown in c. ; 50. Gal. 6 :8, shall of flesh reap c. II Pet. 1 :4, escaped the c. that 2 :12, utterly perish in their own c. 19, they are servants of c. Cost, expense, suffering. II Sam. 19 :42, have we eaten of king's c. 24 :24, nor offer to God that which c. Luke 14 :28, counteth c. whether it be Council, assemblyi Matt. 5 :22, in danger of the c. Mark 13 :9, deliver you up to c. Luke 22 :66, led him into their c. Acts 5 :21, called the c. together 23 :1, Paul cried out in the c. 24 :20, while I stood before the c. Counsel, advice, consultation. Judg. 20 :7, give here your advice and c. Neh. 4 :15, brought their c. to nought Job 38 :2, darkeneth c. by words Ps. 1 :1, walketh not in c. of ungodly 33:11, c. of Lord standeth for- ever 55 :14, took sweet c. together 72 :42, guide me with thy c. Prov. 11 :14, where no c. is peo- ple fall 21 :30. no c. against the Lord Isa. 28 :29, wonderful in c. 30:1, take c. but not of me 46 :10, my c. shall stand Jer. 32 :19, great in c. mighty Hos. 10 :6, ashamed of his own c. Mark 3 :6, took c. against Jesus Acts 2 :23, 4 :28, 5 :38, 20 :27. Eph. 1 :11, after c. of his own will Heb. 6:17, immutability of his c. Counsellor, lawyer, judge. 11 Chron. 22 :3, his mother waa his c. Job 3 :14, kings and c. of earth 12 :17, he leadeth c. away spoiled Prov. 11 :14, in multitude of c. is safety 12 :20, to the c. of peace is joy Mark 15 :43, an honourable c. Rom. 11 :34, who hath been his c. Count, reckon, number. Gen. 15 :6, c. for righteousness Num. 23 :10, who can c. the dust Job 31 :4, see my ways and c. mv steps Ps. 44 :22, c. as sheep for slaugh- ter Prov. 17 :28, he holdeth his peace c. wise Matt. 14 :5, c. him as a prophet Luke 21 :36, ye may be c. worthy 14- COUNTENANCE. CONCORDANCE. CRUEL. Acts 20 :24, neither c. I my life dear Phil. 3 :7, I c. loss for Christ ; 8 '13 Jas. 1:2, c. it all joy when ye fall II Pet. 3 :9, some men c. slack- ness Countenance, face, appearance. Judg. 13 :6, his c. like c. of an angel I Sam. 16 :7, look not on his c. Neh. 2 :2, why is thy c. sad Job 14 :20, thou changest his c. Ps. 6 :4, light of thy c. upon us 10 A, 11 :7, 42 :5-ll, 44 :3, 89 :15, 90:8. Prov. 15 :13, merry heart maketh cheerful c. 25 :23, so doth an angry c. 27 :17, sharpeneth c. of his friend Eccl. 7 :3 ; Cant. 2 :14, 5 :15. Isa. 3 :9, c. witness against them Matt. 28 :3, his c. like lightning Acts 2 :28, full of joy with thy c. II. Cor. 3 :7, glory of his c. Rev. 1 :16, his c. was as the sun shineth Country, tract of land. Prov. 25 :25, good news from a far c. Matt. 13 :57, save in his own c. 21 :33, went into a far c. Luke 4 :23, do also here in thy c. Acts 12 :20, c. nourished by king's c. Heb. 11 :9? as in a strange c. dwelling in 16, they desire a better c. Courage, bravery, firmness. Num. 13 :20 ; Deut. 31 :6 ; Josh. 10 :25. Ps. 27 :14, wait on Lord, be of good c. Acts 28:15, thanked God and took c. Course, race, way. Acts 20 :24, finish my c. with joy II Thess. 3 :1, word of Lord may have free c. Jas. 3 :6, setteth on fire c. of nature Court, enclosed place. Ps. 65 :4, may dwell in thy c. 84 :2, fainteth for c. of the Lord 92 :13, flourish in c. of our God 100 :4, enter his c. with praise Isa. 1:12, 34:13; Jer. 19:14; Ezek. 9 :7 ; Luke 7 :25. Courteous, polite, friendly. I Pet. 3 :8, be pitiful, be c. Covenant, mutual agreement. Gen. 9 :15, will remember my c. Ex. 34 :28, wrote the words of the c. Num. 18 :19, a c. of salt forever 25 :12, give unto him my c. of peace Ps. Ill :5, ever mindful of his c. Isa. 28 :18, your c. with death shall be Matt. 26:15, they c. with him for thirty Acts 3 :25, c. which God made with Rom. 9 :4, c. and the giving of the law Eph. 2 :12, stranger from the c. Heb. 8 :6, mediator of better c. 12:24. 13 :20, blood of everlasting c. Cover, conceal, protect. Ex. 10 :5, locusts shall c. the earth 33 :22, will c. thee with my hand Deut. 33 :12, Lord shall c. him Neh. 4 :5, c. not their iniquity Job 16:18, c. not thou my blood Ps. 32 :1, whose sin is not c. 73 :6, violence c. them as a gar- ment 91 :4, shall c. thee with his feath- ers Prov. 10:12, but love c. all sins 12 :16, prudent man c. shame 17 :9, he that c. transgression 28:13, he that c. his sins shall not prosper Isa. 11 :9, as the water c. the sea 26 :21, shall no more c. her slain Matt. 8 :24, ship was c. with waves I Cor. 11 :7, man ought not to c. his head I Pet. 4 :8, charity c. a multitude of sins Covet, zealous for, desire. Ex. 20 :17, shalt not c. thy neigh- bor's Josh. 7 :21, I c. them and took them Prov. 21 :26, he c. greedily all the day Mic. 2 :2, they c. fields and take them Acts 20 :33, I c. no man's silver I Cor. 12 :31, c. earnestly best gifts 14 :39, c. to prophesy and forbid not I Tim. 6 :10, some c. after, they have erred Covetousness, avarice, desire. Ex. 18:21, men of truth, hating c. Ps. 119 :36, incline not my heart to c. Prov. 28:16, he that hateth c. shall prolong Isa. 57 :17, for the iniquity of hie c. was I Jer. 6 :13, every one is given to c. ; 22 :17, 51 :13. Ezek. 33 :31, their heart goeth after c. Hab. 2 :9, woe to him that covet- eth an evil c. Mark 7 :22, out of the heart pro ceedeth c. Luke 12 :15, take heed, beware of c. Rom. 1 :29, being filled with c. II Cor. 9 :5, matter of bounty not c. Eph. 5 :3, c. let it not be named Col. 3 :5, c. which is idolatry I Thess. 2 :5, nor a cloak of c. Heb. 13 :5, conversation be with- out c. II Pet. 2 :3, through c. shall they Craft, deceit, work, occupation. Dan. 8 :25, shall cause c. to pros- per Mark 14 :1, sought how might take him by c. Acts 18 :3, because he was of same c. he abode 19 :25, by this c. we have wealth 27, our c. is in danger to be set at Craftiness, cunning. Job 5 :13, he taketh wise in their own c. Luke 20 :23, he perceived their c. II Cor. 4 :2, not walking in c. nor Eph. 4 :14, cunning c, whereby they lie in Crafty, subtile. Job 5:12, 15:5; Ps. 83:3; II Cor. 12 :16. Create, make, produce. Ps. 51 :10, c. in me a clean heart, O God Isa. 4 :5, the Lord will c. upon every 45 :7, I form light and c. dark- ness 57 :19, I c. the fruit of the lips peace, 65 :17, I c. new heavens and new earth 18, rejoice in that which I c Created, formed. Gen. 1 :1, God c. heaven and earth 27, c. man in his own image ; 2:3. 6 :7, will destroy man, whom I have c. Deut. 4 :32, since day God c. man upon Ps. 89 :12, north and south thou hast c. 148 :5, he commanded and they were c. Isa. 41 :20, Holy One of Israel hath c. it 54 :16, I have c. the waster to destroy Ezek. 28 :15, perfect in thy ways from day c. Mai. 2 :10, hath not one God c us? I Cor. 11 :9, neither was man c for Eph. 2 :10, his workmanship c. in Christ 3 :9, hid in God who c. all things 4 :24, c. in righteousness and true holiness Col. 1 :16, by him were all things c. 3:10; I Tim. 4:3; Rev. 4:11, 10:6. Creation, thing made. Mark 10 :6, from beginning of c. ; 13 :19. Rom. 1 :20, from c. of the world 8 :22, know the whole c. groan- eth II Pet. 3 :4, all things continue as from c. Rev. 3 :14, beginning of the c. of God Creator, maker, God. Eccl. 12 :1, remember now thy C Isa. 40 :28, Lord, the C. of the ends of earth 43 :15, C. of Israel, your King Rom. 1 :35, served creature more than C. 1 Pet. 4 :19, as unto a faithful c Creature, human being. Gen. 1 :20, moving c. that hath life 2 :19, Adam called every living c. Isa. 13 :21, house shall be full of doleful c. Ezek. 1 :20, spirit of living c. was in wheels Mark 16 :15, preach gospel to every c. Rom. 8 :19, expectation of the c. waiteth for II Cor. 5 :17, If any man be in Christ, he is new c. Col. 1 :15, the firstborn of every c. I Tim. 4 :4, every c. of God is good Creditor, one who credits. Deut. 15:2, every c. that lendeth II K. 4 :1, c. is come to take my sons Isa. 50 :1. which of my c. is it Luke 7 :41, certain c. which had two Creep, crawl, move slowly. Lev. 11 :31, unclean to you among all that c. Ps. 104 :20, beasts of forest do c. forth II Tim. 3 :6, they which c. into houses Jude 4, certain men c. in un awares Crib, feeding place. Prov. 14 A ; Isa. 1 :3. Crime, sin, vice, iniquity. Job 31 :11, this is an heinous c. Ezek. 7 :23, land is full of bloody c, and city Acts 25 :16, answer for himself concerning c. 27, not withal signify the c against him Crimson, deep red color. II Chron. 2 :7 ; Isa. 1 :18 ; Jer. 4:30. Cripple, lame, halt. Acts 14 :8, impotent in his feet, being c. Crooked, twisted, perverse. Deut. 32 :5, perverse and c. gen- eration Ps. 125 :5, turn aside to their c. ways Eccl. 1 :15, c. cannot be made straight Isa. 40 :4, the c. shall be made straight 45 :2, go before thee, make c. places straight 59 :8, they have made them c. paths Phil. 2 :15, in midst of c. nation Cross, stake, afflictions. Matt. 10 :38, take up his e. and follow me 27 :32, compelled to bear his c. 40, Son of God, come down from c. John 19 :17, bearing his c. went forth ; 19. 25, there stood by the c. of Jesus his I Cor. 1 :17, lest c. of Christ be made of none 18, preaching of the c. is to them Gal. 5 :11, offence of the c. ceased 6:14, God forbid I should glory, save in c. Eph. 2 :16, reconcile both in one body by c. Phil. 2 :8, even the death of the c. Col. 1 :20, peace through blood of his c. 2 :14, nailing it to his c. Heb. 12 :2, for joy endured the c. Crown, mark of distinction. Esth. 1 :11, bring queen before king, with the c. Job 19 :9, hath taken c. from my head Ps. 8 :5, c. with glory and honor 65 :11, c. year with goodness 89 :39, thou hast profaned his c. by 103 :4, c. thee with loving kind- ness Prov. 4 :9, a c. of glory shall she deliver to 12 :4, virtuous woman is a c. to her 14 :18, prudent are c. with knowl- edge 16 :31, hoary head a c. of glory 17:6, children c. of old men Isa. 28 :1, woe to the c. of pride Matt. 27 :29, platted a c. of thorns I Cor. 9 :25, obtain corruptible c. Phil. 4 :1, dearly beloved, my joy and c. Z Thess. 2 :19, joy, or c. of re- joicing II Tim. 4 :8, laid up c. of righteousness Jas. 1:12, receive the c. of life; I Pet. 5:4. Rev. 3:11, that no man take thy c. 4 :10, cast their c. before the throne 19 :12, on his head were many c. Crucify, to nail to the cross. Matt. 20 :19, deliver him to Gen- tiles to c. 23 :34, some ye shall kill and c. 27 :31, led him away to c. him Mark 15 :13, they cried out, c. him ; 27. Luke 23 :21, cried, saying c. him, c. him Heb. 6 :6, c. to themselves the Son of God Crucified, to crucify. Matt. 26 :2, Son of man, betrayed to be c. 27 :22, all say, let him be c. ; 26 :35. 38, two thieves c. with him 28 :5, seek Jesus which was c. John 19 :20, place where Jesus was c. was Acts 2 :23, wicked hands have c. and 36, Jesus whom ye have c. Rom. 6 :6, our old man is c. with him 1 Cor. 1 :13, was Paul c. for you? or were 23, we preach Christ c, unto the Jews 2 :2, Jesus Christ and him c. 8. would not have c. the Lord of glory 11 Cor. 13 :4, though he was c. through weakness Gal. 2:20, I am c. with Christ; 3:1. 5 :24, they that are Christ's have c. flesh 6 :14, world is c. unto me, and I unto world Rev. 11 :8, where our Lord was c. Cruel, pleased to torment, wicked. Ex. 6 :9, hearkened not for c. bondage Job 30 :21, thou art become c. to me Ps. 25 :19, hate me with c. hatred 71 :4, unrighteous and c. man Prov. 11 :17, c. troubleth his own flesh 12 :10, tender mercies of wicked are c. 17 :11, c. messenger shall be sent 27 :4, wrath is c. and anger Isa. 13:9, 19:4; Jer. 6:23, 30:14. 15 CRUELTY. CONCORDANCE. DEAD Heb. 11 :36, trial of c. mockings Cruelty, violence. Ps. 27 :12, 74 :20 ; Ezek. 34 :4. Crumbs, small piece of food. Matt. 15 :27, dogs eat of the c. Luke 16 :21, desiring to be fed with c. Cruse, bottle. I Sam. 26 :11 : I K. 14 :3, 17 :12- 14, 19 :6 ; II K. 2 :20. Crush, to bruise, destroy. Job 39 :15, f orgetteth the foot may c. them Lam. 1 :15, cailed an assembly against me to c. I 3 :34, c. under his feet all the prisoners Amos 4 :1, which c. the needy Cry, expressive of distress. Gen. 18 :21, according to the c. of it Ex. 2 :23, their c. came up unto God 22 :23, will surely hear their c. I Sam. 5:12, c. of city. went up to heaven Ps. 9 :12, forgetteth not c. of humble Prov. 8 :1, doth not wisdom c. 21 :13, stoppeth his ears at c. of: the poor Isa. 5S :1. c. aloud, spare not: lift up Matt. 12 :19. he shall not strive nor c. 25 :6, at midnight c. was made Luke 18 :7. elect who c. day and night 19 :40, stones would immediately c. out Rom. S :15, whereby we c. Abba. Father Crystal, like glass, clear. Job 28 :17 : Ezek. 1 :22 ; Rev. 4:6; 22:1. Cubit, measure of length. Matt. 6 :27, add one c. to his stature Cumbered, burdensome. Luke 10 :40. Martha was c. about much 13 :7. Cummin, kind of plant. Isa. 28 :25, 27 ; Matt. 23 :23. Cunning', skill, knowledge. Ps. 137 :5, right hand forget her c. Jer. 9 :17, send for c. women that thev II. Pet. 1 :16. not followed c. devised fables Cup, small vessel to drink from. Gen. 40 :11, Pharaoh's c. was in my hand 44 :2. silver c. in sack's mouth Ps. 116:3, will take c. of salva- tion Prov. 23 :31. giveth his color in c. Matt. 10 :42, c. of cold water onlv in 20 :2'2, able to drink of c. I shall 23 :25. ye make clean outside of the c. 26 :27, took c. and gave thanks 39. if possible let this c. pass Luke 22 :20, this c. is new testa- ment John 18 :11, c. which mv Father hath I. Cor. 10 :16. c. of blessing which we bless II :26, as often as ve drink this c. 27. Cure, heal. Jer. 33 :6, bring it health and c. Matt. 17 :16, they could not c. him 18. Luke 7 :21, c. many infirmities 9 :1. gave them power to c. dis- ease Curious, peculiar, skillful. Ex. 35 :32, devise c. works, to work in Ps. 139 :15, c. wrought in lowest parts Acts 19 :19, many which used c. arts Curse, profane language, oaths. Gen. 8 :21, will not again c. the ground 12 :3, c. him that c. thee ; and in thee Lev. 19 :14, thou shalt not c. the deaf Xum. 22 :12, thou shalt not c. the people Deut. 11 :26, set before you a blessing and a c. Job 2 :9. c. God and die Ps. 62 :4, bless with mouth, c. inwardly Prov. 3 :33, c. of Lord in house of wicked 24 :24, him shall people c. Mai. 2 :2, send a c. upon you 3 :9, ye are c. with a c. for ye have Matt. 5 :44, bless them that c.j you Mark 11 :21. fig tree which thou e. 14 :71, began to c. and to swear John 7 :49, knoweth not law are c. Gal. 3 :10. of works of law, are under the c. Jas. 3 :9. therewith c. we men Rev. 22 :3, there shall be no more c. Custom, tax. common usage. Lev. 18:30, these abominable c. 1 which Jer. 10 :3, c. of people are vain 32 :11, according to the law and c. Matt. 9 :9, sitting at the receipt of c. 17 :25, kings of the earth take c. Luke 4 :16, as his c. was he went into the Rom. 13:7, c. to whom c. ; fear to whom fear Cut, divided, severed. Lev. 1:6-12, 22:24; Job 4:7; 8:14. Ps. 37 :9. evildoers shall be c. off 90 :10, it is soon c. off, and we fly away Zech.'ll :10. my staff even beauty and c. it Matt. 5 :30, hand offered c. it off Luke 13 :7, c. it down ; why cum- bereth it Acts 5 :35. heard that they were c. to heart Cymbals, musical instrument. Ezra. 3 :10, with c. to praise the Lord Ps. 150 :5. upon high sounding c. I. Cor. 13 :1, become as tinkling c. Dagger, destroying weapon. Judg. 3 :16. d. which had two edges 21, 22. Daily, dav bv day. Num. 4 :16 ; 28 :24 ; II. K. 25 :30. Ps. 13 :2, having sorrow in my heart d. 61 :8. that I may d. perform my vows Prov. 8 :30, I was d. his delight Isa. 58 :2. seek me d. and delight to know Matt. 6 :11, give us this day our d. bread Luke 9 :23, take up his cross d. Acts 2 :47, added to church d. 6 :1. neglected in d. ministrations 17 :11. searched the scriptures d. I. Cor. 15 :31. Dainty, nice, delicate. Gen. 49 :20, he shall vield rov- al d. Job 33 :20. soul abhorreth d. meat Prov. 23 :3. he not desirous of his d. Ps. 141 :4, not eat of their d. Damnable, destructive. II. Pet. 2 :1, bring in d. heresies Damnation, condemnation to pun- ishment. Matt. 23 :14, ye shall receive the greater d. 33, how can ye escape the d. of hell Mark 3 :29, in danger of eternal d. John 5 :29, evil unto resurrection of d. Rom. 3 :8, whose d. is just 13 :2. receive to themselves d. I. Cor. 11 :29, eateth and drink- eth d. II. Pet. 2 :1, their d. slumbereth not Damsel, young woman. Gen. 24 :55, let the d. abide with us, 34:3. Ruth 2 :5, whose d. is this Ps. 68 :25. among them were d. Matt. 14 :11, brought in charger, given to d. Mark 5 :39, d. is not dead 41 :42. John 18 :17, saith d. that kept the door Acts 16 :16, d. possessed with a spirit Dance, caper, move merrily. Ex. 15 :20. went out with tim- brels and d. I. Sam. 21 :11, sing of him in d. II. Sam. 6 :14, David d. before the Lord Ps. 30 :11, turned mourning in- to d. 149 :3. praise his name in the d. Eccl. 3 :4, time to mourn, a time to d. Matt. 14 :6. Herodias d. before them Danger, risk, peril. Matt. 5 :22, in d. of the judgment Mark 3 :29, d. of eternal damna- tion Acts 19 :27, our craft is in d. 27 :9. Dare, boldness, venturesome. Rom. 5 :7, some would d. to die I. Cor. 6:1, d. any of you having II. Cor. 10 :12, d. not make our- selves of the Dark, not light, obscure. Gen. 15 :17, sun went down, it was d. Job 12 :25, they grope in the d. 23 :13, can he judge though d. cloud Ps. 49 :4, d. saying upon the harp 88 :12. shall thy wonders be known in d. Eccl. 12 :2, moon, or stars be not d. Matt. 24 :29, shall the sun be d. Luke 23 :45, sun d. and vail rent John 20 :1, when it was yet d. Rom. 1 :21, foolish heart was d. Eph. 4 :18, having understand- ing d. Darkness, gloom, blackness. Gen. 1 :2, d. upon face of the deep Deut. 5 :22, spake out of thick d. Ps. 91 :6. pestilence walketh in d. Prov. 20 :20, lamp put out in d. Eccl. 2 :13, light excelleth d. Isa. 60 :2, d. shall cover earth, and gross d. Matt. 6 :23, thv whole body be full of d. 8 :12, cast into outer d. Luke 22 :53, and the power of d. John 3 :19, loved d. rather than light Acts 26 :18. turn from d. to light Rom. 13 :12. cast off works of d. II. Cor. 4 :6, light to shine out of d. 6 :14. what communion hath light with d. I. Pet. 2 :9, called upon out of d. II. Pet. 2 :4, delivered them into chains of d. I. John 1 :5, in him is no d. at all 6. walk in d. we lie, and do not 2 :8, d. is past, true light now 9, hateth his brother is in d. II. d. hath blinded his eves Rev. 16 :10, kingdom full' of d. Darling, dearly beloved. Ps. 22:20. mv darling' from pow- er, 35:17. Dart, arrow, missile. Job 41 :26, the d. nor the haber- geon Prov. 7 :23, d. strike through his liver Eph. 6 :16, quench all fiery d. of: wicked Heb. 12 :20, thrust through with a d. Dash, strike against, beat. Ex. 15 :6. d. in pieces the enemy Ps. 2 :9, d. in pieces like potter's vessel 91 :12, d. thy foot against a stone 137 :9, d. thy little ones against stone Daughter, descendant. Gen. 24 :23, wnose d. art thou? II. Sam. 12 :3, was unto him as a d. Ps. 45 :9, king's d. among hon- ourable 144 :12, our d. may be as corner stones Prov. 31 :29, d. have done virtu- ously Eccl. 12 :4, all the d. of music Jer. 9 :1, slain of the d. of my people Mic. 7 :6, d. riseth against her Matt. 15 :28, d. was made whole Luke 8 :42, only d. about twelve years 13 :16, d. of Abraham, whom Sa- tan hath Heb. 11 :24, refused to be called son of Pharaoh's d. Dawn, grow light. Ps. 119 :147, prevented the d. of morning Matt. 28 :1, began to d. toward first day II. Pet. 1 :19, until the day d. and the day Day, light, sunshine. Gen. 1 :5, God called the light d. I. Sam. 25 :8, we come in a good d. II. K. 7 :9, this d. is a d. of good tidings Job. 8 :9, our d. upon earth a shadow 21 :30. wicked reserved to d. of destruction Ps. 2 :7, this day have I begotten thee 19 :2, d. unto d. uttereth speech 84 :10, a d. in thy courts is better Prov. 3 :2, length of d. and long 4 :18, more and more unto per- fect d. 27 :1, knowest not what a d. may bring Eccl. 7 :1, d. of death better than d. of birth 12 :1, while the evil d. come not Isa. 10 :3, in d. of visitation 58 :5. acceptable d. to the Lord 65 :20, no more infant of d. Zech. 4 :10, despised d. of small things Matt. 7 :22, many will say in that d. 25 :13, ye know not the d. nor the hour Luke 21 :34, d. come upon you unawares 23 :43, to d. shalt thou be with me John 6 :39. raise again at last d. 9 :4, work while it is d. Acts 17 :31, hath appointed a d. Rom. 14 :5, esteemeth every <3. alike II. Cor. 6 :2, now is d. of salva- tion Phil. 1 :6, until the d. of Christ I. Thess. 5 :2, d. cometh as a thief, 5. Heb. 13 :8, Jesus Christ same to d. II. Pet. 3 :8. one d. as a thousand years Deacon, officer of the church. Phil. 1 :1, saints in Christ, with bishops and d. I. Tim. 3 :8, likewise must d. be grave 10. use office of d. being found blameless 12, d. be husbands of one wife, 13. Dead, end of life, inanimate. Gen. 20 :3, thou art but a d. man Num. 16 :48, stood between d. and living I. Sam. 24 :14, after a d. dog, after a flea Ps. 31 :12, forgotten as a d. man 115 :17, d. praise not the Lord Eccl. 9 :5. d. know not anything Isa. 26 :19, thy d. men shall live Jer. 22 :10. weep not for the d. Matt. 8 :22, let d. burv their d. 22 :32. not God of d. but of the living Luke 8 :52, maid is not d. but John 5 :25, d. shall hear voice of son 11 :25, though he were d. yet shall he 1G DEADLY. CONCORDANCE. DEFER. Rom. 6 :8, we be d. with Christ 11, d. indeed unto sin, but alive Gal. 2 :19, through the law am d. to law Eph. 2 :1, d. in tresspasses and sins Col. 2 :13. being d. in your sins I. Thess. 4 :16, d. in Christ shall rise II. Tim. 2 :11, if we be d. with him, we Heb. 11 :4, being d. yet speaketh Rev. 14 :13, blessed are the d. which die Deadly, belonging to death, mor- tally. I. Sam. 5 :11 ; Ps. 17 :9 ; Jas. 3 :8 ; Rev. 13 :3, 12. Deaf, wanting sense of hearing. Ps. 38 :13, I, as a d. man heard not 58 :4, thev are like the d. adder Isa. 42 :18, hear ye d., 19 ; 43 :8. Matt. 11 :5, d. hear, dead are raised Mark 7 :37, maketh d. to hear 9 :25, thou d. spirit come out Deal, treat either well or ill. Lev. 19 :11, neither d. falsely Ps. 75 :4, said to fools, d. not foolishly Prov. 12 :22, they that d. truly his delight Isa. 21 :2, treacherous dealer d. treacherously Zech. 1 :6, so hath he d. with us Mark 7 :36 ; 10 :48 ; Luke 2 :48 ; Rom. 12 :3. Dear, much esteemed. Acts. 20 :24, neither count my life d. Rom. 12 :19, d. beloved, avenge not Eph. 5:1, followers of God as d children Col. 1 :13, kingdom of his d. son '.. Thess. 2 :8, ye were d. unto us Dearth, scarcity, want. Gen. 41 :54. seven years of d. II. Chron. 6 :28, if there be d. in land Neh. 5 :3. buy corn because of d. Acts. 11 :28, should be great d. Death, cessation of life. Gen. 21 :16, not see d. of the child Num. 23 :10, let me die d. of righteous Deut. 30 :15, set before thee this day d. and evil Judg. 16 :16, his soul was vexed unto d. 30, dead which he slew at his d. were Ruth 1 :17, if ought but d. part thee and me I. Sam. 15 :32, surely the bitter- ness of d. is past 20 :3, there is but a step between me and d. II. Sam. 1 :23, in d. they were not divided Job 7 :15, my soul chooseth d. rather than Ps. 6 :5, in d. there is no remem- brance 23 :4, through valley of shadow of d. 48 :14, our guide even unto d. 68 :20, unto God belong issues from d. 89 :48, what man shall not see d. 116 :15, precious in sight of Lord is d. of his saints Prov. 8 :36, all they that hate me love d. 14 :32, righteous hath hope in his d. Cant. 8 :6. for love is strong as d. Isa. 25 :8, swallow up d. in vic- tory Ezek. 18 :32, I have no pleasure in the d. Matt. 15 4, let him die the d. 16:28, shall not taste of d. till they see 26 :38. my soul is sorrowful to d. Luke 2 :26, should not see d. be fore he John 5 :24, is passed from d. unto life 8 :51, keep my saying, he never see d. 52 ; 11 :4. 12 :33, signifying what d. he should die Rom. 1 :32, they are worthy of d. 5 :10, reconciled to God by d. of his son 12, d. by sin ; and so d. passed upon all 6 :23, the wages of sin is d. 8 :2, free from law of sin and d. I. Cor. 3 :22, life, or d. or things present 11 :26, ye do shew the Lord's d. till he come 15:50, O d., where is thy sting? O grave II. Cor. 2 :16, we are the saviour of d. unto d. 4 :12, so then d. worketh in us Phil. 2 :8, obedient unto d. even d. of cross Heb. 2 :9, taste d. for every man 15, through fear of d. were all their lifetime Jas. 1 :15, sin bringeth forth d. I. John 5 :16, there is a sin unto d, 17. Rev. 1 :18, have the keys of hell and d. 2 :10, be thou faithful unto d., and I. II, shall not be hurt of the sec- ond d. 6 :8, his name that sat on him was d. 9 :6, seek d. shall not find it 20 :6, second d. hath no power 21 :4, there shall be no more d neither Debase, make low. Isa. 57 :9, didst d. thyself even unto hell Debate, dispute, contend. Prov. 25 :9, d. thy cause with thy neighbor Isa. 27 :8, thou wilt d. with it 58 :4, ye fast for strife and d Rom. 1 :29. II. Cor. 12:20, lest there be d. envyings Debt, what is owing. II. K. 7 :4, go, pay thy d. and live Neh. 10 :31, and the exaction of every d. Prov. 22 :26, be not sureties for d Matt. 6 :12, forgive us our d. as we forgive 18 :27, loosed him and forgave him the d. Rom. 4 :4, not of grace, but of d. Debtor, one in debt. Ezek. 18-: 7, restored to the d. his pledge Matt. 6 :12, as we forgive our d. Rom. 1 :14, I am d. both to the 8:12, d. not to the flesh, to live after Gal. 5 :3, he is a d. to do the whole law Decay, dried up. Lev. 25 :35, waxen poor and fall- en in d. Eccl. 10:18, by much slothful- ness building d. Heb. 8 :13, that which d. and waxeth old Decease, end life, death. Matt. 22 :25 ; Luke 9 :31 ; II. Pet. 1 :15. Deceit, fraud, guile. Ps. 10 :7, his mouth full of curs- ing and d. 38 :12, imagine d. all day long Prov. 12 :5, counsels of the wick- ed are d. 20 :17, bread of d. is sweet, Hos. 11 :12. Zeph. 1 :9, fill master's house with d. Mark 7 :22, covetousness. wicked- ness d. Rom.' 3:13, with tongues they have used d. Col. 2 :8, vain d., after the tradi tion of men Deceitful, lying. Ps. 43 :1. deliver me from the d. 55 :23, d. men shall not live, 109 :2. Prov. 27 :6, kisses of an enemy are d. 31 :30, favor is d. beauty is vain Jer. 17 :9, heart is d. above all things 48 :10, cursed be he that doeth work of Lord d. Matt. 13 :22, d. of riches choke the word II. Cor. 4 :2, nor handling word of God d. 11 :13, such are false apostles, d. workers Eph. 4 :22, corrupt according to d. lusts Deceive, lead astray, lie. II. Sam. 3 :25, Abner came to d. thee II. K. 19:10, let not thy God d. thee Prov. 24 :28, d. not with thy lips Jer. 9 :5, they will d. every one his neighbour 37 :9, thus saith Lord, d. not yourselves Zech. 13 :4, wear a rough gar- ment to d. Matt. 24 :4, take heed that no man d., 5. 24, if possible they shall d. the very elect Rom. 16 :18, by fair speeches d. the hearts of I. Cor. 3 :18, let no man d. him- self Eph. 4 :14, whereby they lie in wait to d. I. John 1 :8, d. ourselves, and the truth Rev. 20 :3, he should d. nations no more Deceived, to err, be enticed. Gen. 31 :7, your father hath d. me Deut. 11 :16. take heed your heart be not d. I. Sam. 16 :20, why hast thou d. me Job 12 :16, the d. and deceiver are his Isa. 44 :20, d. heart hath turned aside Jer. 4 :10, thou hast d. this peo- ple Ezek. 14 :9, if prophed be d. when he Obad. 3, pride of thine heart d. thee John 7 :47, are ye also d. Rom. 7 :11, d. me, and by it slew me I. Cor. 6 :9, not inherit kingdom of God? be not d. I. Tim. 2 :14, Adam was not d. but the woman II. Tim. 3 :13, deceiving and be- ing d. Tit. 3 :3, foolish d. serving divers lusts Rev. 18 :23, all nations were d. 20 :10. devil that d. them was cast into Decently, becomingly. I. Cor. 14 :40, let all things he done d. Decision, determination. Joel 3 :14, multitudes in valley of d. Declare, explain, make known. Gen. 41 :24, none could d. it to me Ps. 9 :11, d. among the people his doings 19 :1. heaven d. the glory of God 40 :10, d. thv faithfulness 118 :1 7. d. the works of the Lord 145 :7. shall d. thy mighty acts Isa. 3 :9, d. their sin as Sodom 53 :8, who shall d. his generation John 17 :26, have d. thy name and will d. Acts 13 :32, d. unto you glad tid- ings 20 :27. d. unto you all the coun- sel of God Rom. 3 :25, d. his righteousness Heb. 11 :14, d. plainly that they seek a Decline, turn aside. Deut. 17 :11, not d. from the sen- tence Ps. 119 :157, yet do I not d. from thy Prov. 4 :5, neither d. from words of 7 :25, let not thine heart d. to her ways Decree, law, thing decided. II. Chron. 30 :5, they established a d. Ezra 6 :1, Darius the king made a d. Esth. 3 :15, the d. was given in Job 22 :28, thou shalt d. a thing Ps. 2 :7, d. the Lord hath said unto me 148 :6, d. which shall not pass Prov. 8 :15, and princes d. jus- tice, 29. Isa. 10 :1, woe to them that d. unrighteous d. Dan. 2 :9, there is but one d. for you 4 :24, this is the d. of most High 6 :8, establish d. and sign writ- ing 13, Daniel regardeth not thee nor the d. 26, make a d. that in every do- minion Mic. 7 :11, in that day shall d. be far removed Luke 2 :1, went out a d. from Caesar Dedicated, thing devoted to God. Judg. 17 :3, d. silver to the Lord II. Sam. 8 :11, David did d. unto the Lord I. K. 8:63, d. the house of the Lord Ezek. 44 :29, every d. thing in Israel Heb. 9 :18, neither first testament was d. Deed, word, act, work. Ex. 9 :16, in very d. for this cause Judg. 19 :30, there was no such d. done II. Sam. 12 :14, by this d. thou hast given • Ezra, 9 :13, come upon us for our evil d. Neh. 13 :14, wipe not out my good d. Luke 23 :51, not consented to counsel and d. 24 :19, Jesus, mighty in d. and word Acts 4 :9. examined of the good d. Rom. 15 :18, obedient by word and d. Col. 3 :17, in word or d. do all in name Jas. 1 :25, this man blessed in his d. I. John 3 :18, not love in word but in d. Deep, great depth, sea, ocean. Gen. 1 :2, darkness was upon face of d. Job. 38 :30, face of the d. is frozen Ps. 36 :6, thy judgments are a great d. 42 :7, d. calleth unto d. at the noise I. Cor. 2 :10. vea, the d. things of God II. Cor. 11 :25, I have been in the d. Defame, slander, dishonor. Jer. 20 :10, I heard the d. of many I. Cor. 4 :13. being d. we entreat Defence, fortification, protection. Num. 14 :9, their d. is departed II. Chron. 11 :5, built cities for d. in Judah Job. 22 :25, Almighty shall be thy d. Ps. 7 :10, my d. is of God Eccl. 7 :12, wisdom is a d. money is a d. Isa. 33 :16, place of d. shall be the Phil. 1 :7, 17, in d. of the gospel Defend, save, protect. Ps. 20 :1, God of Jacob d. thee 59 :1, d. me from them that rise 82 :3, d. poor and fatherless Zech. 9 :15, Lord of hosts shall d. Acts 7 :24, d. him and avenged him Defer, prolong, delay, tarry. Prov. 13 :12, hope d. maketh the heart 17 DEFILE. CONCORDANCE. DESTROY. 19 :11, discretion of man d. his anger Eccl. 5 :4, vowest a vow d. not to pay it Isa. 48 :9, my name's sake will I d. mine Dan. 9 :19, d. not for thy sake, O my God Defile, corrupt, stain. Lev. 11 :44, neither shall ye d. yourselves Neh. 13 :29, they have d. the priesthood Ps. 106:39, d. with their own works Dan. 1 :8, would not d. himself Matt. 15 :19, they d. the man Mark 7 :2, eat bread with d. hands I. Cor. 3 :17, if any man d. tem- ple of God Tit. 1 :15, unto the d. and unbe- lieving Heb. 12 :15, thereby many he d. Defraud, cheat, deprive of. Lev. 19 :13, Shalt not d. thy neighbor Mark 10 :19, d. not, honour thy I. Cor. 6 :7, suffer yourselves to be d. 8, ye do wrong and d., and that your I. Thess. 4 :6, no man go beyond and d. Degenerate, turn aside. Jer. 2 :21, turned into the d. plant Degree, a step, ascent. Ps. 62 :9 ; Tim. 3 :13 ; Jas. 1 :9. Delay, linger, keep back. Ex. 22 :29, Shalt not d. to offer Ps. 119 :60, d. not to keep thy commandments Matt. 24 :48, my lord d. his com- ing. Acts 9 :38, not d. to come to them 25 :17, without any d. to-morrow Delectable, delightful. Isa. 44 :9, d. things not profit Delicate, dainty, frail. Deut. 28 :56, tender and d. wom- an Isa. 47 :1, no more called tender and d poll thee for thy d live d. are in king's Al- Mic. 1 :16, children Luke 7 :25 courts Delight, great pleasure. Job. 27:10, d. himself in mighty Ps. 1 :2, his d. is in the law of the Lord 16 :3, excellent in whom is my d. 37 :4, d. thyself in the Lord 51 :16, thou d. not in burnt offer- ing 94 :19, thy comforts d. my soul Isa. 42 :1, elect, iu whom my soul d. 55 :2, soul d. itself in fatness 62 :4, the Lord d. in thee, and thy Mic. 7:18, because he d. in mercy Rom. 7 :22, I d. in the law of God after Deliver, liberate, discharge. Ex. 3 :8, I am come to d. them Job 5 :19, d. thee in six troubles 10 :7, none can d. out of thy hand Ps. 33:19, to d. their soul from death 50 :15, call upon me in trouble, I will d. 56 :13, d. my feet from falling 91 :3, surely he shall d. thee from Prov. 11 :8, righteous is d. out of trouble 28 :26, whoso walketh wisely shall be d. Eccl. 8 :8, neither shall wicked- ness d. Isa. 38 :17, thou hast in love to my soul d. Ezek. 14 :14, d. but their own souls Dan. 3 :17, our God is able to d. us Amos 2 :14,neithershall mighty d. Matt. 6 :13, d. us from evil 11 :27, all things d. unto me 26 :15, I will d. him unto you Rom. 4 :25, d. for our offences 7:6, we are d. from the law II. Cor. 4 :11, d. unto death for Jesus' sake II. Tim. 4 :18, d. me from evil work Jude 3, faith once d. to the saints Deliverance, freed from restraint. Gen. 45 :7, save your lives by great d. II. K. 13 :17, arrow of Lord's d from Ps. 32 :7, compass me with songs of d. Luke 4 :18, preach d. to captives Heb. 11 :35, not accepting d. Delusion, deception, misleading. Isa. 66 :4, will choose their d. II. Thess. 2 :11, send them strong d. Demand, ask, require, order. Job. 38 :3, I will d. of thee, and answer Dan. 2 :27, secret which kin hath d., 4 :17. Matt. 2 :4, d. where Christ should be born Luke 3 :14, soldiers likewise d of him Demonstration, revelation. I. Cor. 2 :4, in d. of the Spirit of power Den, secluded place. Job. 37 :8, beasts go into d., and remain Jer. 7 :11, this house become a d. of robbers Dan. 6 :7, be cast into d. of lions Matt. 21 :13, ye made it a d. of thieves Heb. 11 :38, wandered in d. and caves of earth Deny, lie, disown. Josh. 24:27, lest ye d. your God Prov. 30:9, lest I be full and d. thee Matt. 10:33, whosoever shall d. me 26 :34, thou shalt d. me thrice,! 35. II. Tim. 21:2, if we d. him he will d. us Tit. 1 :16, in works they d. him 2 :12, d. ungodliness and worldly II. Pet. 2:1, d. the Lord that bought Rev. 2 :13, hast not d. my faith Depart, remove, pass on. Job 21 :14, d. from us ; for we desire not 28 :28, to d. from evil is under standing Ps. 6 :8, d. from me, ye workers 34 :14, d. from evil and do good Prov. 22 :6, when he is old, he will not d. Matt. 14 :16, Jesus said, they need not d. 25 :41, d. from me, ye cursed Luke 2 :29, lettest thou thy ser vant d. Phil. 1 :23, desire to d. and be with I. Tim. 4 :1, some d. from the faith II. Tim. 2 :19, nameth name of Christ d. Deprived, to be bereaved. Gen. 27 :45, why should I be d. Job 39 :17, God d. her of wisdom Isa. 38 :10, d. of residue of my years D^vpth, deep place. Job 28 :14, the d. saith, it is not in me Ps. 33 :7, layeth up the d. in storehouses 106:9, he led them through the d. Prov. 25 :3, the earth for d., and the heart Matt. 18 :6, drowned in the d. of sea Rom. 11 :33, O the d. of the riches Deputy, substitute, agent. I. K. 22 :47 ; Esth. 8 :9 ; Acts 13:7, 8. Derision, scorn, laughter. Job 30 :1 ; Ps. 2 :4, 44 :13, 59 :i Jer, 20 : 7, 8. Descend, come down. I. Sam. 26 :10, shall d. into battle Ps. 46 :17, his glory shall not d. Isa. 5 :14, he that rejoiceth shall d. Ezek. 26 :20, them that d. into the pit Matt. 3 :16, saw Spirit of God d. like 28 :2, angel of Lord d. from heaven Mark 1 :10, Spirit like a dove d 15 :32, Christ the King of Israel d. now Rom. 10 :7, or who shall d. into the deep Eph. 4 :10, he that d. is the same I. Thess. 4 :16, Lord himself shall d. Jas. 3 :15, this wisdom d. not from Rev. 21 :10, holy Jerusalem d. out of heaven Descent, slope, lineage. Luke 19 :37, at the d. of mount of Olives Heb. 7 :6, he whose d. is not counted Describe, to explain. Josh. 18 :4-8 ; Judg. 8 :14 ; Rom. 4:6, 10:5.. Desert, waste place, desolation. Ex. 5 :3, let us go, we pray the, into the d. 19 :2, were come to the d. of Sinai Ps. 78 :40, oft did grieve him in the d. Isa. 35 :1, d. shall rejoice and blossom 6, waters break out, and streams in d. 40 :3, straight in d. highway for our God Jer. 2 :6, led us through land of d. Matt. 24 :26, behold, he is in the d. Luke 1 :80, was in d. till the d. of his John 6 :31, did eat manna in the d. Desire, wish, longing. Ex. 34 :24, neither shall any man d. II. Chron. 15 :15, sought him with whole d. Neh. 1 :11, who d. to fear thy name Job 13 :3, I d. to reason with God 34 :36, my d. that Job may be tried Ps. 19 :10, more to be d. are they than gold 27 :4, one thing I d. of the Lord 37 :4, he shall give thee the d. of thine heart 45 :11, so shall King greatly d thy beauty 73 :25, none upon earth I d. be side thee Prov. 10 :24, d. of righteous shall be 13 :4, sluggard d. and hath noth ing 21 :25, d. of the slothful killeth Eccl. 12 :5, d. shall fail ; because man Hos. 6 :6, I d. mercy not sacrifice Matt. 13 :17, have d. to see those things Mark 9 :35, if any man d. to be first 11 :24, what things ye d. when ye pray 15 :6, one prisoner, whomsoever they d. Luke 9:9, 10:24, 16:21, 20:46, 22:15-31. I. Cor. 14 :1, follow after charity, d. spiritual gifts II. Cor. 5 :2, earnestly d. to be clothed upon Gal. 4 :9, ye d. again to be in bondage? 21, 6:12. Eph. 2 :3. fulfilling the d. of the flesh 3 :13, I d. that ye faint not at my Phil. 4 :17, not because I d. a gift I. Tim. 3 :1, if a man d. the of- fice of Heb. 11 :16, now they d. a better country Desolate, alone, deserted. Ps. 25 :16, 40 :15, 143 :4 ; Isa. 62 :4 : Ezek. 6 :6. Dan. 11 :31, the abomination that marketh d. Matt. 23 :38, your house left to you d. Acts 1 :20, let his habitation be d. I. Tim. 5 :5, a widow indeed and d. Rev. 18 :19, in one hour made d. Desolation, destruction, ruin. Lev. 26 :31, bring your sanctua- ries unto d. Ps. 74 :3, lift up thy feet unto perpetual d. Prov. 1 :27, when your fear Com- eth as d. 3 :25, be not afraid of d. of wicked Matt. 12 :25, kingdom divided brought to d. Luke 21 :20, then know d. is nigh Despair, without hope. I. Sam. 27:1, Saul shall d. of me Eccl. 2 :20, cause my heart to d. II. Cor. 1 :8, insomuch that we d. even of life 4 :8, perplexed, but not in d. Desperate, desponding, rash. Job 2 :26, speeches of one that is in d. Isa. 17 :11, in day of grief and of d. sorrow Jer. 17 :9, heart is deceitful above all, and d. Despise, lightly esteem, reject. I. Sam. 2 :30, d. me shall be lightly esteemed Job 5 :17, d. not chastening of Almighty Ps. 51 :17, contrite heart thou wilt not d. 102 :17, will not d. their prayer Prov. 1 :7, fools d. wisdom and instruction 12 :8, perverse heart shall be d. Eccl. 9 :16, poor man's wisdom d. Isa. 53 :3, he is d. and rejected of men Zech. 4 :10, d. day of small things Matt. 6 :24, hold to one and d. other 18 :10, d. not one of these little ones Luke 18 :9, they were righteous and d. others I. Cor. 4 :10, ye are honourable, we are d. 11 :22, d. ye the church of God I. Thess. 5:20, d. not prophesy- in gs I. Tim. 4 :12, no man d. thy youth 6 :2, not d. them because brethren Heb. 12 :2, endured the cross, d. the shame Jas. 2 :6, ye have d. the poor Jude 8, d. dominion and speak evil Despisers, unfriendly to good. Acts 13 :41, behold, ye d. and wonder II. Tim. 3 :3, d. of those that are good Despite, malice, hatred. Ezek. 25 :6, d. against the land of Israel. Heb. 10 :29, done d. to the Spirit of grace Despitefully, cruelly. Matt. 5 :44, pray for them that d. use Acts 14 :5, use them d., and to stone them Destitute, in want, forsaken. Ps. 102 :17, will regard the prayer of d. 141 :8, leave not my soul d. Prov. 15 :21, folly is joy to him d. of wisdom I. Tim. 6 :5, corrupt minds d. of truth Heb. 11 :37, being d. afflicted, tor- mented Jas. 2 :15, brother or sister d. of food Destroy, demolish, ruin, kill. Gen. 18 :23, d. righteous with wicked Ex. 22 :20, he shall be utterly d. 18 DESTROYER. CONCORDANCE. Dir. I. Sam. 15 :6, depart lest I d. you II. Sam. 1 :14, d. Lord's anointed Job 10 :8, made me yet thou dost d. 19 :26, worms d. this body, yet in my flesh Ps. 40 :14. seek my soul to d. it 145 :20, ail the wicked shall be d. Prov. 1 :32, prosperity of fools shall d. 13 :23, d. for want of judgment Eccl. 9 :18, one sinner d. much good Isa. 10 :7, 11 :9 ; Jer. 13 :14, 23 :1 ; Ezek. 22 :27 ; Dan. 8 :24. Matt. 5 :17, not come to d. the law 10 :28, fear him which is able to d. soul 12 :14, how they might d. him 27 :20, ask Barabbas and d. Jesus Mark 14 :58, I will d. this temple 15 :29, thou that d. the temple, and buildest Luke 9 :56, not come to d. men's lives 17 :27, flood came and d. all John 2 :19, Jesus answered d this temple I. Cor. 6 :13, God shall d. both it and Gal. 2 :18, build things which I d. Heb. 2 :14, d. him that had power Jas. 4 :12, able to save and to d. I. John 3:8, d. the works of the devil Destroyer, one who destroys. Ex. 12 :23, will not suffer the d. to come Judg. 16 :24, d. of our country, which slew Job 15 :21, in prosperity the d. shall come Ps. 17 :4, kept from paths of d. Prov. 28 :24, same is companion of a d. Isa. 49 :17, d. and they that made thee waste Jer. 22 :7, prepare d. against the I. Cor. 10 :10, destroyed of the d. Destruction, calamity, ruin. Esth. 8 :6, endure to see d. of my kindred Job 5 :21, neither be afraid of d. 21 :17, how oft cometh their d. upon them? Ps. 90 :3, thou turnest men to d. 91 ;6, nor fpr d. that wasteth at noonday 103 :4, redeemeth thy life from d. Prov. 1 :27, d. cometh as a whirl- wind 10 :15, d. of the poor is their poverty 16 :18, pride goeth before d. and haughty 27 :20, hell and d. are never full Isa. 19 :18, called the city of d. Jer. 50 :22, sound of great d. in the land Hos. 13 :14, O grave I will be thy d. Matt. 7 :13, broad way leadeth to d. Rom. 3 :16, d. and misery in their ways 9 :22, vessels of wrath fitted to d. I. Thess. 5 :3, then cometh sud- den d. II. Thess. 1 :9, punished with everlasting d. II. Pet. 2 :1, bring on themselves swift d. Determined, resolve. I. Sam. 20 :7, evil is d. by him II. Chron. 25.16, God hath d. to destroy Job 14 :5, seeing his days are d. Dan. 11 :36. that is d. shall be done Luke 22 :22, Son of man goeth as was d. Acts 3 :13, 4 :28, 11 :29. 15 :2, 37:17, 26:19-39. I. Cor. 2 :2, d. not to know any- thing II. Cor. 2 :1, d. this with myself Detestable, abominable. Ezek. 5 :11, defiled my sanctuary with d. 7 :20. images of their d. things therein 11 :18, take away all the d. things ; 21. Device, thought, plan. Esth. 9 :25, his wicked d. should return Job 5 :12, disappointeth d. of crafty Ps. 21 :11, imagined mischie- vous d. 140 :8, further not his wicked d. Prov. 12 :2, wicked d. will he condemn 19 :21, many d. in man's heart Eccl. 9 :10, no work nor. d in grave Acts 17 :29, by art and man's d. II. Cor. 2 :11, not ignorant of his d. Devil, wicked angel, Satan. Deut. 32 :17, sacrificed unto d. Matt. 4 :1, to be tempted of the d. 5, d. taketh him into holy city ; 8. 11, d. leaveth him, and behold angels 7 :22, in thy name cast out d. 9 :34, casteth out d. through prince of d. 12 :22, to him one possessed with a d. 25 :41, prepared for d. and his angels Mark 5 :12, d. besought him Luke 4 :2, forty days tempted of d. ; 3-5-6. 9 :1, authority over all d. John 6 :70, twelve and one of you a d. 8 :44, of your father the d. 10 :21, can a d. open eyes Eph. 4 :27, neither give place to the d. 6:11, stand against wiles of the d. Jas. 4 :7, resist the d. and he will flee I. Pet. 5 :8, your adversary the d Rev. 12 :9, old serpent, called the d. Devilish, demoniacal, wicked. Jas. 3 :15, earthly, sensual, d. Devise, scheme, contrive. Ex. 31 :4, d. cunning works Ps. 41 :7, they d. my hurt Prov. 3 :29, d. not evil against 14 :22, truth shall be to them that d. good 16 :9, man's heart d. his way Isa. 32 :7, d. wicked devices to destroy 8. liberal d. liberal things II. Pet. 1 :16, cunningly d. fables Devoted, consecrated. i Lev. 27 :28. every d. thing is holy Num. 18 :14, everything d. in Israel Ps. 119 :38, thy servant, who is d. to thy fear Devotions, object of worship. Acts 17 :23, passed and beheld your d. Devour, consume, waste. Gen. 37 :20, evil beast d. him ■ Lev. 10 :2, fire from the Lord d. them II. Sam. 11 :25, sword d. one as well as another Job 18 :13, d. strength of his skin Prov. 30 :14, d. the poor off the earth Isa. 1 :7, your land strangers d. it in Jer. 30 :16, all that d. thee shall be d. Ezek. 15 :7, another fire shall d. them Hab. 1 :13, wicked d. man that is righteous Zeph. 1 :18, d. by fire of jealousy Matt. 13 :4, fowls came and d. 23 :14, for ye d. widow's houses Luke 15 :30, son which hath d. thy living Gal. 5 :15, ye bite and d. one another Heb. 10 :27, shall d. adversaries I. Pet. 5 :8, seeking whom he may d. Devout, reverential. Luke 2 :25, Simeon was just and d. Acts 2 :5, d. men of every nation 8:2. 10:2-7, 13:50, 17:4-17. 22 :12. Dew, moisture from atmosphere. Gen. 27 :28, God give thee of the d. Judg. 6 :37, d. be on fleece only I. K. 17 :1, shall not be d. nor rain there Ps. 133 :3, as the d. of Hermon Prov. 3 :20, clouds drop down d. 19 :12, his favor is as d. upon the grass Isa. 18 :4, d. in heat of harvest 26 :19, thy d. as the d. of herbs Hos. 6 :4, your goodness is as early d. Zech. 8 :12, heavens shall give their d. Diadem, crown, tiara. Job 29 :14, my judgment was a d. Isa. 28 :5, for a d. of beauty unto the 62 :3, royal d. in the hand of thy God Ezek. 21 :26, remove the d. take off the Diamond, precious stone, ad- amante. Ex. 28:18, 39:11; Jer. 17:1, 28:13. Die, expire, lose life. Gen. 2 :17, thou shalt surely d. 3 :3, neither touch it lest ye d. 27 :4, may bless thee before I d. Num. 23 :10, let me d. death of righteous Deut. 31 :14, days approach thou must d. Ruth 1 :17, where thou d. I will d. II. K. 20 :1, shalt d. and not live II. Chron. 25 :4, d. for his own sin Job 2 :9, curse God and d. 12 :2, wisdom d. with you 21 :23, one d. in full strength Ps. 49 :10, he seeth that wise men d. 17, when he d. shall carry noth ing Prov. 5 :23, d. without instruc- tion 10 :21, fools d. for want of wis- dom Eccl. 9 :5, living know they shall d. Isa. 66 :24, worm shall not d. Jer. 27 :13, why will ye d., thou and thy 34 :5, thou shalt d. in peace Ezek. 18 :4, soul that sinneth it shall d. 33 :8, wicked d. in iniquity Jonah 4 :3, better to d. than live Matt. 15 :4, curseth father or mother let him d. 26 :35, though I should d. with thee Luke 7 :2, was sick and readv to d. 20 :36, nor can they d. any more John 4 :49, come ere my child d. 11 :50, one man d. for people 51, Jesus should d. for nation 12 :24, if it d. it bringeth forth much 19 :7, by our law he ought to d. Acts 21 :13, ready also to d. at Jerusalem 25 :11, worthy of death, I refuse not to d. Rom. 5 :7, for righteous will one d. 14 :7, no man d. to himself I. Cor. 15 :22, as in Adam all d. even so 31. in Christ Jesus our Lord, I d. daily : 36. Phil. 1 :21, to iive is Christ, and to d. is gain Heb. 7 :8, here men that d. re- ceive titles 9 :27. appointed unto men once to d. Rev. 3 :2, things remain, that are ready to d. 9 :6, shall d. to die, and death shall flee 14 :13, blessed are dead which d. in Lord Died, from dies. II. Sam. 3 :33, d. Abner as a fool dieth Matt. 22 :27, last of all the woman d. Luke 16 :22, beggar, rich man also d. John 11 :21, my brother had not d. 37, this man should not have d. Acts 9 :37, Dorcas was sick and d. Rom. 7 :9, sin revived, and I d. 8 :34, it is Christ that d., yea 14 :9, Christ both d. and rose and 15, destroy not him, for whom Christ d. I. Cor. 15 :3, Christ d. for our sins II. Cor. 5 :14, if one d. for all, then were all I. Thess. 4 :14, if we b. that Jesus d. 5 :10, who d. for us that, whether we Heb. 11 :13, these all d. in faith Diet, habitual food. Jer. 52 :34, for his d. there was continual d. Dying - , to die. II. Cor. 4 :10, the d. of the Lord Jesus 6 :9, as d. and behold we live Differ, vary, disagree. I. Cor. 4 :7, maketh thee to d. 15 :41, one star d. from another Gal. 4 :1, child d. nothing from Difference, dissimilitude. Ex. 11 :7, Lord doth put a d. between Lev. 10 :10, put d. between holy and unholy 11 :47, make difference between unclean Acts 15 :9, put no d. between us and them Rom. 3 :22, upon all that believe, there is no d. Dig', hollow out, excavate. Ex. 21 :33, d. a pit and not cover it Deut. 6 :11, wells d. which thou d. not 8 :9, out of hills mayest d. brass Job 6 :27, d. a pit for your friend Ps. 7 :15, he made a pit, and d. it Matt. 21 :33, d. a winepress in it; 25:18. Luke 16 :3, I cannot d. ; to beg I am Dignity, exaltation. Gen. 49 :3, my strength, the ex- cellency of d. Eccl. 10 :6, folly is set in d. Hab. 1 :7, their d. shall proceed Diligence, industry, care. Prov. 4 :3, keep thy heart with all d. Rom. 12 :8 : II. Cor. 8 :7 ; Heb. 6 :11 ; II. Pet. 1 :5. Dilig'ent, careful, active. Deut. 19 :18 ; Josh. 22 :5 ; Ps. 64:6. Prov. 23 :1, consider d. what is before Luke 15 :8, seek d. till she find Acts 18 :25, taught d. things of Lord II. Tim. 1 :17, in Rome sought me d. Heb. 12 :15, looking d. lest any fail Dim, darkened, weak. Deut. 34 :7, eye not d. nor his Job. 17 :7, eye d. by reason of sorrow Lam. 4 :1, gold become d. Diminished, lessen, decrease. Deut. 4 :2, neither d. ought from it Lev. 25 :16, thou shalt d. the price Jer. 26 :2, d. not a word Rom. 11 :12, d. of them the riches Dinner, principal meal of day. Prov. 15 :17, better is a d. of herbs where Matt. 22 :4, have prepared my d. Luke 11 :38, had not first washed before d. 14 :12, when thou makest a d. Dip, plunge or Immerse. Lev. 4 :6. priest shall d. finger II. K. 5 :14, Naaman d. in Jordan Matt. 26 :23, d. hand in dish 19 DIRECT. CONCORDANCE. DOMINION. John 13 :26, when he had d. sop Rev. 19 :13, vesture d. in Wood Direct, guide, instruct. Job 37 :3, d. it under whole heaven Ps. 5 :3, will d. my prayer Prov. 3 :6, and he shall d. thy paths 16 :9, the Lord d. his steps Isa. 40:13, who d. Spirit of the Lord 61 :8, I will d. their work in truth II. Thess. 3:5, Lord d. your hearts Disallow, disapprove. I. Pet. 2 :4, d. indeed of men; but 2 :7, stone which builders d. Disannul, make void. Job 40 :8 ; Isa. 14 :27 ; Gal. 3 :15- 17; Heb. 7:18. Disappoint, hinder, defeat. Job 5 :12. d. devices of the crafty Ps. 17 :13, O Lord, d. him, cast Prov. 15 :22, without counsel purposes are d. Discern, discover, penetrate. I. K. 3 :9, may d. between good and bad II, asked understanding to d. Eccl. 8 :5, wise man's heart d. Mai. 3 :18, d. between righteous Matt. 16 :3, can d. the face of sky I. Cor. 2 :14, they are spiritual- ly d. Discharge, send away. Eccl. 8 :8, there is no d. in that war Disciple, follower, pupil. Matt. 10 :1, called his twelve d. 24, d. is not above his master ; 42. 19 :13, d. rebuked them 20 :17, Jesus took d. apart 26 :18; keep passover with d. ; 35. 56, all d. forsook him and fled 28 :7, tell d. he is risen Mark 2 :18, why do d. of John fast Luke 6 :20, lifted up eyes on d. 14 :26, cannot be my d. 19 :37, d. began to rejoice and praise John 2 :11, d. believed on him 4 :2, Jesus baptized not but his d. 8 :31, then are ye my d. indeed 13 :5, began to wash d. feet 15 :8, so shall ye be my d. 19 :26, d. whom he loved 20 :18, told d. she had seen Lord 21.23. that that d. should not die Acts 9 :1. slaughter against d. 11 :26, d. were called Christians 20 :7. d. came together to break 30, draw away d. after them Discipline, chastisement. Job 36 :10, openeth their ear to d. Discomfited, trouble, weaker. Josh. 10 :10, Lord d. them before I. Sam. 7:10; II. Sam. 22:15; Isa. 31 :8. Discontented, dissatisfied. I. Sam. 22 :2, every one was d. Discord, contention, strife. Prov. 6 :14-19, soweth d. Discourage, depress. Deut. 1 :28 ; Num. 32 :7-9. Discover, reveal, bring out. Prov. 25 :9, d. not a secret to an- other Ezek. 21 :24, your transgressions are d. Discreet, intelligent, prudent. Gen. 41 :33, look out a man d. and wise 39, there is none so d. and wise as thou Lit. 2 :5, to be d., chaste, keepers at home Discretion, wisdom. Ps. 112 :5, will guide his affairs with d. Prov. 11 :22, so is a fair woman without d. Isa. 28:26, God doth instruct him to d. Disease, sickness. Ex. 15 :26, none of these d. on you II. K. 1 :2, shall recover of this d. II. Chron. 16 :12, in d. sought not the Lord Ps. 103 :3, who healeth all thy d Eccl. 6 :2, and it is an evil d. Disfigure, mar, injure. Matt. 6 :16, they d. their faces Disgrace, dishonor. Jer. 14 :21, do not d. the throne Disguise, conceal, hide. I. Sam. 28 :8 ; I. K. 14 :2 ; Job 24 :15. Dishonor, without honor, ignom Iny, shame. Ps. 35 :26, clothed with shame and d. Prov. 6 :33, wound and d. shall he get Mic. 7 :6, the son d. the father John 8 :49, ye do d. me Rom. 1 :24, d. their own bodies I. Cor. 11 :4, head covered, d. his head ; 5. 15 :43, sown in d. ; it is raised in glory II. Cor. 6 :8, by honor and d., by evil and Dismayed, troubled, depressed. Deut. 31 :8, fear not, neither be d. I. Sam. 17 ill, d. and greatly afraid Isa. 41 :10, be not d. I am thy God Disobedience, refusal to obey. Rom. 5 :19, by one man's d. many were II. Cor. 10 :6, readiness to re- venge all d. Eph. 2 :2, spirit worketh in chil- dren of d. ; 5:6. Heb. 2 :2, d. received just recom- pense Disobedient, refractory, rebel. I. K. 13 :26, man of God, who was d. Neh. 9 :26, d. and rebelled against Luke 1 :17, d. to wisdom of the just Rom. 1 :30, inventors of evil things, d. Tit. 1 :16, abominable and d. 3 :3, d. deceived, serving divers I. Pet. 2 :7, them which be d. 8, stumble at word, being d. 3 :20, which were sometime d., when Disorderly, not in order. II. Thess. 3 :6, brother that walk- eth d. ; 11. 7, we behaved not ourselves d. among you Dispensation, law. I. Cor. 9 :17 ; Eph. 1 :10, 3 :2 ; Col. 1:25. Dispersed, scattered. Esth. 3 :8 : Pov. 5 :16 ; Isa. 11 :12 ; Acts 5 :37. Displayed, exhibit, show. Ps. 60 :4, d. because of the truth Displeased, angry. II. Sam. 6 :8, David was d. be- cause Lord Prov. 24 :18, lest the Lord see and it d. Dan. 6 :14, king when he heard. was sore d. Hab. 3 :8, was the Lord d. against the rivers? Matt. 21 :15, they were sore d. Mark 10 :14, Jesus saw it, he was much d. Acts 12 :20, Herod was highly d. Displeasure, vexation, dislike. Deut. 9 :19 ; Judg. 15 :3 ; Ps. 2:5, 6:1. Disposing, adjust, regulate. Prov. 16 :33, whole d. of the Lord Acts 7 :53, law by d. of angels Dispossess, take possession. Num. 32 :39, 33 :53 ; Deut. 7 :17 ; Judg. 11 :23. Dispute, debate, controversy. Job 23 :7, righteous might d. with him Mark 9 :33, what was it that ye d. ; 34. Acts 9 :29, spake boldly in name of Jesus, and d. 19 :9, d. daily in the school 24 :12, neither found me d. with any Jude 9, contending with the devil he d. Disquieted, restless, disturbed. I. Sam. 28 :15, why hast thou d. me Ps. 39 :6, surely they are d. in vain 42 :5, why art thou d. in me? 30 :21, for three things the earth is d. Dissemble, disguise, feign. Josh. 7 :11 ; Prov. 26 :24 ; Jer. 42 :20 ; Gal. 3 :13. Dissension, discord, strife. Acts 15 :2, had no small d. 23 :7, there was a d. between ; 10. Dissimulaton, hypocritical. Rom. 12 :9, let love be without d. Gal. 2 :13, carried away with d. Dissolved, fade away, die. Ps. 73 :5, inhabitants are d. Isa. 24 :19, the earth is clean d. 34 :4, the host of heaven shall be d. Dan. 5 :12, d. of doubts, were found II. Cor. 5 :1, earthly house were d. II. Pet. 3:11, these things shall be d. ; 12. Distaff, staff for holding flax. Prov. 31 :19, her hands hold the d. Distil, to drop, flow. Deut. 32 :2. my speech shall d. as the dew Job 36 :28, clouds do drop and d. Distinction, difference. I. Cor. 14 :7, give a d. in sounds Distinctly, clearly, plainly. Neh. 8 :8, read in book, in law of God d. Distracted, tumult, perplexity. Ps. 88 :15, suffer terrors and am d. I. Cor. 7 :35, attend on Lord without d. Distress, pain, grief afflict. Gen. 42 :21, therefore is this d. come II. Sam. 22 :7, in d. I called upon Lord I. K. 1 :29, redeemed my soul out of d. Neh. 2 :17, ye see the d. that we are in Ps. 25 :17, bring me out of d. Prov. 1 :27, d. and anguish cometh Isa. 25 :4, strength to needy in d. Luke 21 :25, upon earth d. of nations Rom. 8 :35. shall d. separate us I. Cor. 7 :26, good for the pres- ent d. II. Cor. 6 :4, approving ourselves in d. 12 :10, take pleasure in d. for Christ's Distribute, apportion, deal. Neh. 13 :13, d. unto the brethren Job 21 :17, God d. sorrows in his anger Luke 18:22, sell and d. to the poor John 6 :11, when he had given thanks he d. Rom. 12 :13, d. to necessity of saints I. Cor. 7 :17. God d. to every man II. Cor. 9:13, liberal d. unto them Ditch, trench in the earth. Ps. 7 :15, fallen into the d. Matt. 15 :14, both shall fall into the d. Divers, different kinds. Deut. 22 :9, sow vineyard with d. seeds Prov. 20 :10. d. weight and d. measures : 23. Matt. 24 :7, earthquakes in d. places Diversities, variety, difference. I. Cor. 12 :4. d. of gifts, same Spirit ; 6 :28. Divide, rend, separate. Lev. 11 :4-5-6 ; Deut. 14 :7 ; Josh. 19 :49. I. K. 3 :25, d. living child in two Job 27 :17, innocent shall d. sil- ver Ps. 68 :12, tarried at home d. the spoil Matt. 12 :25, every kingdom d. against 26, he is d. against himself Luke 12 :13, d. inheritance with me ; 14. I. Cor. 1:13, is Christ d? was Paul crucified? 12:11. II. Tim. 2:15, rightly d. word of truth Heb. 4 :12, piercing to d. asun- der Divinations, prediction. Num. 23 :23, neither any d. against Acts 16 :16, damsel with spirit of d. Divine, holy, sacred. Prov. 16 :10, d. sentence in the lips Heb. 9 :1, ordinances of d. ser- vice II. Pet. 1 :3, d. power given unto us 4, partakers of d. nature Divorce, disunite, put away. Num. 30 :9, vow of widow, and of her that is d. Jer. 3 :8, had given her a bill of d. Matt. 5 :32, marry her that is d. Do, act, serve. Matt. 7 :12, d. to you, d. ye even so to John 15 :5, without me ye can d. nothing Rom. 7 :15, what I would that I d. Phil. 4 :13, I can d. all things through Doctor, teacher of law, wise men. Luke 2 :46, in the midst of the d. 5 :17, Pharisees and d. of the law Acts 5 :34,' Gamaliel d. of the law Doctrine, teaching, belief. Prov. 4 :2, I give you good d., forsake Isa. 28 :9, make to understand d. Mark 1 :27, what new d. is this? John 7 :17, know of the d. wheth- er it be of God Acts 2 :42, continued in apos- tles d. Rom. 16 :17, contrary to the d. which ye Eph. 4 :14, carried about with every wind of d. I. Tim. 4 :6, nourished in good d. 13, give attendance to d. II. Tim. 3 :16, scriptures profit- able for d. Tit. 1 :9, by sound d. to exhort 2 :10, may adorn the d. of God our Heb. 6 :1, leaving principles of d. of Christ 13 :9, carried about with strange d. II. John 9, abideth in d. of Christ Dog, a quadruped. Judg. 7 :5, lappeth water as a d. Ps. 59 :6, they make a noise like a d. Prov. 26:17, taketh d. by the ears Isa. 56 :10, they are all dumb d. Matt. 7 :6, give not that which is holy to d. 15 :27, d. eat of the crumbs which fall Phil. 3i2, beware of d. beware of evil Rev. 22 :15. for without are d. and Dominion, rule, power. Gen. 37 :8, Shalt thou have d. over us Job 25 :2, d. and fear are with him Ps. 8 :6, d. over the works of thy hands 19 :13, let them not have d. over me 72 :8. d. also from sea to sea 20 DOOR. Dan. 4 :34, d. an everlasting d. Itom. 6 :!>, death hath no more d. 14, sin shall not have d. II. Cor. 1 :24, have d. over your faith Eph. 1 :21, above all principality and d. Col. 1 :16, whether they be thrones or d. Door, opening, entrance. Gen. 4 :7, sin lieth at the d. Ex. 12 :7, strike blood on the d. posts Judg. 16 :3, Samson took d. of the gate Job 31 :32, opened my d. to trav- eler 38 :17, d. of the shadow of death Ps. 24 :7, be ye lift up, ye ever- lasting d. 84 :10, rather be a d. keeper in house Hos. 2 :15, Acbor for d. door of hope Matt. 6 :6, when thou hast shut thy d. 27 :60, rolled great stone to d. of sepulchre John 10 :1, he that entereth not by the d. ; 2. 7, I am the d. of the sheep ; 9, 18 :16-17. 20 :19, d. were shut where the disciples Acts 5 :9, are at the d. and shall carry 14 :27, opened the d. of faith unto I. Cor. 16 :9, great d. and effect- ual is opened II. Cor. 2 :12, d. opened to me of the Lord Rev. 3 :20, I stand at the d. and knock Double, two, repetition. Gen. 43 :12, take d. money in your Ex. 22 :4, he shall restore d. II. K. 2 :9, let a d. portion of thy spirit Ps. 12 :2, with d. heart they speak Isa. 40 :2. received d. for her sins I. Tim. 3 :8, deacons not d. tongued 5 :17, counted worthy of d. honour Jas. 1 :8, d. minded man un- stable 4 :8, purify your hearts ye d. Doubt, hesitate, uncertain. Deut. 28 :66, thy life shall hang- in d. Dan. 5 :12, dissolving of d. were found Matt. 14 :31, wherefore didst thou d. 21 :21, if ye have faith and d. not Mark 11 :23, not d. in his heart Luke 11 :20, no d. kingdom of God is come Acts 28 :4, no d. this man is a murderer Rom. 14 :23, he that d. is damned if he Gal. 4 :20. stand in d. of you Dough, unbaked bread. Ex. 12 :34-39 ; Jer. 7 :18 ; Hos. 7:4. Dove, kind of bird. Ps. 55 :6, that I had wings like a d. Isa. 59 :11, mourn sore like a d. 60 :8, fly as cloud and as d. to their windows Matt. 10 :16, and harmless as d. 21 :12, seats of them that sold d. Down, beneath, low. Ps. 139 :2, knowest my d. sitting Matt. 4 :6, Son of God, cast thy- self d. John 8 :6-8 ; Acts 20 :9. Dragoon, sea serpent. Job 30 :29, I am a brother to d. Ps. 91 :13, d. shalt thou trample under 148 :7. praise the Lord ve d. Rev. 20 :2, the d. that old serpent Drank, drinking. I. Sam. 30 :12, nor d. water three days CONCORDANCE. II. Sam. 12 :3, d. of his own cup Mark 14 :23, they all d. of it Luke 17 :27, they did eat. they d. John 4 :12, gave us the well, and d. I. Cor. 10 :4, d. of that spiritual Rock Draught, to draw out. Luke 5 :4, let down your nets for a d., 9. Draw, pull, drag. Job 21 :33, every man shall d. Ps. 28 :3, d. me not away with wicked Jer. 31 :3, with loving kindness have I d. John 6 :44, except the Father d. him 12 :32, will d. all men unto me Heb. 7 :19, by which we d. nigh to God Jas. 4 :8, d. nigh to God and he will d. Dread, fear, terror. Deut. 1 :29, d. not. neither be afraid I. Chron. 22 :13, d. not nor he dismayed Isa. 8 :13, let him be vour d. ; Dan. 9 :4. Dream, sleeping visions. Gen. 31 :11, angel of God spake to me in d. I. K. 3 :5, the Lord appeared in a d. Job 20 :8, he shall fly away in a d. Ps. 73 :20, as a d. when one awaketh 126 :1, we were like them that d Eccl. 5 :3, d. cometh through mul titude Joel 2 :28, your old men shall d. d. Matt. 2 :12. being warned of God in a d. Dreg's, sediment, refuse. Ps. 75 :8, d. thereof, all the wicked of earth Isa. 51 :17, hast drunken the d Dress, make right. Gen. 2 :15, put him in garden to d. it II. Sam. 12 :4, poor man's lamb and d. it Heb. 6 :7, by whom it is d., re ceiveth Drink, to swallow. Ex. 15 :24, what shall we d. Num. 6 :3, separate from strong d. Ps. 36 :8, d. of river of thy pleas ure 60 :3, d. wine of astonishment Prov. 20 :1, strong d. is raging and whosoever Isa. 28 :7, erred through strong d Matt. 10 :42, give to d. one of these little 20 :22, d. of the cup I shall d. of 25 :35, thirsty and ye gave me d, 26 :27, saying, d. ye all of it John 6 :55, my blood is d. indeed Rom. 12 :20, enemy thirst give him d. I. Cor. 10 :4, d. the same spirit- ual d. 11 :25, this do ye, as oft as ye d. it Drive, force away. Prov. 14 :32, wicked is d. away 22 :15, rod of correction shall d. it far 25 :23, north wind d. away rain Jer. 46 :15, because the Lord did d. them Hos. 13 :3, chaff that is d. with the whirlwind Luke 8 :29, was d. of the devil Drop, to distil, fall. Deut. 32 :2, doctrine shall d. as rain Ps. 65:1, thy paths d. fatness 68 :8, heavens d. at the presence of God Isa. 40 :15, nations are as a d. of bucket Luke 22 :44, sweat as it were great d. Dross, waste matter. Ps. 119:119, wicked of the earth like d. Isa. 1 :25, purge away thy d. Ezek. 22 :18, Israel is become d. Drought, want of rain. Gen. 31 :40, in the day d. con- sumed me Ps. 32 :4, turned into d. of sum- mer Hag. 1 :11, call for a d. upon the land Drown, sink, wash away. Cant. 8 :7, neither can floods d. it I. Tim. 6 :9, d. men in destruc tion Drowsiness, slumber. Prov. 23 :21, d. shall clothe a man in Drunk, intoxicated. Job 12 :25, stagger like a d. man Jer. 23 :9, I am like a d. man Matt. 24 :49, eat and drink with d. Acts 2 :15, these are not d. as ye I. Cor. 11 :21, one is hungry an other is d. I. Thess. 5 :7, they that be d are d. in Drunkard, one who drinks to ex cess. Prov. 23 :21, d. and glutton come to poverty 26 :9, thorn goeth into hand of d Isa. 28 :1, woe to the d. of Ephraim I. Cor. 5 :11, a railer, or a d or an Dry, without water, not wet. Prov. 17 :22, a broken spirit d. bones Isa. 44 :3, pour floods on d ground Matt. 2 :43, walketh through d places Mark 5 :29, fountain of blood d. up 11 :20, fig tree d. up from roots Due, owed, proper to be paid. Lev. 10 :13, thy d. and thy son's d. Deut. 11 :14, give rain in d season I. Cor. 16 :29, give Lord glory d. his name Ps. 104 :27, meet in d. season Prov. 3 :27, withhold not good to whom it is d. 15 :23, words spoken in d. season Matt. 18 :34, pay all that was d Luke 23 :41, we receive d. re ward Rom. 5 :6, in d. time Christ died Gal. 6 :9, in d. season we shall reap Dull, slothful, stupid. Heb. 5 :11, seeing ye are d. of hearing Dumb, speechless. Ex. 4 :11, who maketh d. or deaf Ps. 39 :2, I was d. with silence ; 9. Prov. 31 :8, open thy mouth for the d. in Isa. 35 :6, tongue of the d. saying 53 :7, sheep before her shearers is d. Luke 1 :20, thou shalt be d. and not able to Dung, dirt, filth. Ps. 113 :7, lifteth the needy out of d. hill Luke 13 :8, till I dig about it ' and d. it 14 :35, fit for the land nor the d. hill Phil. 3 :8, count them but d. that I may Dungeon, pit, prison. Ex. 12 :29, captive that was in the d. Jer. 38 :6, cast him into the d. Lam. 3 :53, cut off my life in the d. Durable, lasting. Prov. 8 :18. d. riches and right- eousness Isa. 23 :18, and for d. clothing Dureth, continue. Matt. 13 :21, not root in himself, but d. for Dust, ashes, clay. EARLY. Gen. 2 :7, God formed man of the d. 3 :14, d. shalt thou eat all the days of thy 19, d. thou art, and unto d. shalt thou 18 :27, which am but d. and ashes Job 42 :6, repent in d. and ashes Ps. 30 :9, shall the d. praise thee 103 :14, remembereth that we are d. Dan. 12 :2, many that sleep in d. Mic. 7:17, lick d. like a serpent Matt. 10:14, shake off the d. of your feet Luke 10 :11, even the d. of your city Duty, respectful obedience. Eccl. 12 :13, the whole d. of man Luke 17 :10, which was our d. to do Rom. 15 :27, their d. to minister Dwarfs, lean, small. Lev. 21 :20, a d. -or that bath a blemish Dwell, sojourn, inhabit. Deut. 12 :11, cause his name to d. there I. K. 8 :30, hear thou in heaven thy d. place Ps. 23 :6, I will d. in house of the Lord 37 :3, so shalt thou d. in the land 132 :14, my rest for ever ; here will I d. 133 :1, good for brethren to d. together Isa. 33 :14, who shall d. with devouring 57 :15, I d. in the high and holy place John 6 :56, d. in me and I in him 14 :10, father that d. in me Rom. 7 :17, no more I, but sin that d. in Col. 3 :16, word of Christ d. in you I. Tim. 6:16, immortality d. in the light II. Pet. 3 :13, wherein d. right- eousness I. John 3 :17, how d. the love of God in 4 :12, God d. in us and his love is Eagle, bird of falcon family. Deut. 32 :11, e. stirreth up her nest Ps. 103 :5, youth renewed like e. Isa. 40 :31, mount up with wings as e. Jer. 4 :13, horses swifter than e. Matt. 24 :28, there will the e. be gathered Ear, organ of hearing. Neh. 1 :6, let thy e. be attentive Job. 12 :11, doth not the e. try words ? Ps. 10:17, cause thine e. to hear 17 :6, incline thine e. unto me 34 :15, his e. open to their cry 135 :17, have e. but hear not Prov. 2 :2, incline thine e. unto wisdom 15 :31, e. heareth reproof of life 21 :13, stoppeth e. at cry of the poor 23 :12, apply thine e. to words 25 :12, wise reprover upon an obedient e. Matt. 10 :27, what ve hear in the e., that 13 :15, e. are dull of hearing 11 :15, he that hath e. to hear let Luke 1 :44, scripture fulfilled in your e. 22 :50. cut off his right e. , Acts 11 :22, tidings came unto the e. I. Pet. 3 :12, his e. open to their prayers Early, soon, promptly. Gen. 19 :2, ye shall rise up e., and go Ps. 46 :5, God shall help her. that right e. 57 :8, I myself will awake e. 63 :1, my God ; e. will I seek thee 90 :14, satisfy us e. with thy mercy Prov. 1 :28, they shall seek me e., but 8 :17, those that seek me e. shall find 21 n EARNEST. CONCORDANCE. ENCOURAGE. Isa. 26 :9, with my spirit I seek thee e. Hos. 5 :15, in affliction they seek me e. Mark 16 :2, very e. in the morn- ing Jas. 5 :7, receive e. and latter rain Earnest, fervently, pledge. Luke 22 :44. he prayed more e. 56. e. looked upon him. and said Acts 3 :12, why look ye so e. 23 :1, Paul e. beholding the coun- cil II. Cor. 1 :22, given the e. of the Spirit ; 5 :5. Eph. 1 :14, e. of our inheritance, until Jas. 5:17, prayed e. might not rain Earneth, acquire by labor. Hag. 1 :6, he that e. wages e. wages to Earth, land, world. Gen. 8 :22, while e. remaineth 18 :25, shall not the judge of e. do right Num. 14 :21, all e. filled with glory Josh. 3 :11, covenant of the Lord of all the e. Job 7 :1, appointed time to man on e. 9 :24, e. given into hand of wicked 41 :33, on e. there is not his like Ps. 2 :8, uttermost parts of the e. 8 :1, excellent is thy name in all e. 25 :13, his seed shall inherit the e. 33 :5, e. full of the goodness of the Lord 34 :16, cut off remembrance from the e. 41 :2, he shall be blessed upon the e. 46 :2, not fear, though the e. be removed 47 :9, shields of e. belong to God 48 :2, joy of the whole e. is Mount Zion 58 :11, a God that judgeth the e. 65 :9, visited e. and waterest it 67 :6, then shall e. yield her increase 68 :8, the e. shook, the heavens also 72 :6, showers that water the e. ; 16. 73 :9, their tongue walketh through e. 25, none on e. I desire beside thee 75 :3, e. and inhabitants dis- solved 90 :2, ever thou hadst formed the e. 97 :1, Lord reigneth ; let the e. rejoice 102 :25, laid foundations of e. 104:13-24: 112:2; 115:16; 119:19: 64:90. Prov. 3 :19, Lord by wisdom founded the e. 11 :31, righteous recompensed in e. 25 :3, heaven for height, the e. for depth Eccl. 1 :4, the e. abideth forever Isa. 11 :9. e. full of knowledge of the Lord 45 :22. be ye saved, all the ends of the e. 49 :13. sing O heavens ; and be joyful, O earth 66 :1, the e. is my footstool : 8. Jer. 22 :29, O e., e., e., hear the word of Lord 51 :15, hath made the e. by his power Ezek. 43 :2, e. shined with his glory Hab. 3 :3, e. full of his praise Mai. 4 :6. smite e. with a curse Matt. 5 :5, meek shall inherit the e. 6 :19, treasures upon e. where moth 9 :6, power on e. to forgive sins 10 :34, think not I come to send peace on e. 16 :19, whatsoever thou shalt bind on e. IS :19, if two of you shall agree on e. Mark 9:3, no fuller on e. can white Luke 2 :14, on e. peace, good will 23 :44, darkness over all the e. John 3 :31, he that is of the e. 12 :32, if I be lifted up from the e. 17 :4, I have glorified thee on e. Acts 9 :4, he fell to the e., and heard 22 :22, away with such fellow from e. I. Cor. 15 :17-48, 49 : Col. 3 :2 ; Phil; 3 :19 ; Heb. 6 :7. II. Pet. 3 :10, e. shall be burned up Rev. 5 :10, we shall reign on e. Earthquake, shaking of the earth 1. K. 19 :11, after the wind an e Isa. 29 :6, with e. and great noise Zech. 14 :5, fled before the e. Matt. 24 :7, shall be famines and e. Acts 16 :26, suddenly there was great e. Ease, rest, quiet, secure. Deut. 28 :65. shalt thou find no e. Job 12 :5, thought of him that is at e. 21 :23, wholly at e. and quiet Ps. 25 :13, his soul shall dwell at e. Amos 6 :1, woe to them that are at e. Matt. 9 :5. 19 :24 ; I. Cor. 13 :5 ; Heb. 12 :1. East, toward the rising sun. Ex. 10 :19, Lord brought an e wind Job 1 :3, greatest of all men of the e. Ps. 75 :6. promotion cometh not from e. 103 :12. far as e. is from the west Ezek. 19 :12, e. wind dried up her fruit Matt. 2 :1, came wise men from the e. 8 :11, many shall come from e. Eat, partake of food. Gen. 2 :16, of every tree, thou mayest freely e. 3 :14, dust shalt thou e. all the days of Ps. 22 :26, meek shall e. and be satisfied 78 :25, man did e. angel's food ; 29. Prov. 1 :31, e. of fruit of their own w T ay 9 :17, bread e. in secret is pleas- ant Isa. 1 :19, obedient shall e. good 3 :10, e. fruit of their doiings 55 :1, come ye, buy and e. ; yea, come 2, e. ye that which is good ; 10. Dan. 4 :33, did e. grass as oxen Hos. 4 :10, e. and not have enough Matt. 6:25, no thought for life, what ye e. 26 :26. take e. this is my body Luke 10 :8. e. such things as are 15 :23, let us e. and be merry 17 :27, they did e. they drank : 28. John 6 :26. ye did e. of the loaves 53 e. of flesh of the Son of man Acts 2 :46, did e. with gladness I. Cor. 2 :11, with such an one no not to e. 8 :13, will e. no flesh while 10 :3, all e. same spiritual meat 27, e. asking no questions 31, whether ye e. or drink, do all II. Thess. 3 :10, not work neither e. Heb. 13 :10, have no right to e. Edge, thin side of blade, border Ps. 89 :43. turned e. of his sword Prov. 5 :4, sharp as a two e, sword Eccl. 10 :10. do not whet the e., then Heb. 2 :12, word of God sharper than two e. Edify, build, instruct, teach. Acts 9 :31, churches had rest and were e. Rom. 14 :19, wherewith one may e. another I. Cor. 8 :1, knowledge puffeth up, charity e. 10 :23, but all things e. not 14 :4, he that prophesieth e. the church Eph. 4 :12, for the e. of the body of Christ. Effect, result, consequence. Num. 30 :8 ; II. Chron. 34 :22 ; Ps. 33 :10 ; Ezek. 12 :23. Jer. 48 :30, his lies shall not so e. Matt. 15 :6, commandment ol no e. Mark 7 :13, word of God of none e. Rom. 3 :3, faith of God with- out e. 4 :14, promise made of none e. 9 :6, word hath taken none e. I. Cor. 1 :17, lest cross be of none e. Gal. 5 :4, Christ is become of no e. Effectually, adequate, efficient I. Cor. 16 :9, great door and e. is opened II. Cor. 1 :6, e. in enduring of same suffering Gal. 2 :8, he that wrought e. in Peter 4 :16, according to the e. work- ing in Eph. 3 :7, e. working of his power I. Thess. 2 :13, word of God e. worketh Philem. 6, thy faith may he- come e. Jas. 5 :16, e. fervent prayer of righteous Effeminate, weak, cowardly. I. Cor. 6 :9, e. nor abusers of themselves Egg, spheroidal body, containing embryo. Deut. 22 :6 ; Job 6 :6, 39 :14 ; Isa 59 :5. Either, one or the other. Gen. 31 :24, speak not e. good or bad Matt. 6 :24, e. he will hate the one John 19 :18, on e. side one, and Jesus in the Rev. 22 :2, e. side of the river Elder, older, aged. Job 15 :10, much e. than my father Prov. 31 :23, husband known among e. Matt. 15 :2, transgress the tra- dition of e. I. Tim. 5 :17, e. that rule well be counted Tit. 1 :5, ordain e. in every city as I Heb. 11 :2, e. obtained good re port Jas. 5 :14, call for e. of the church I. Pet. 5 :1, e. among you I ex hort 5, submit yourselves unto e. Elect, chosen. Isa. 42 :1, mine e. in whom my 45 :4, Israel mine e., I have called the e. 65 :9, mine e. shall inherit it. 22, mine e. shall long enjoy the work Matt. 24 :22, for the e. sake those days 24, shall deceive the very e. 31, shall gather together his e Luke 18:7, God avenge his own e. Rom. 8 :33, lay anything to charge of God's e. Col. 3 :12, e. of God, holy and beloved I. Tim. 5 :21, and the e. angels that thou II. Tim. 2 :10, endure all things for e. sake Tit. 1 :1, according to the faith of God's e. I. Pet. 1 :2, e. according to fore- knowledge of 2 :6, a chief corner-stone precious 11 John 1, the elder unto e. lady ; 13. Election, choice. Rom. 9:11, purpose of God ac- cording to e. 11 :5, remnant according to e. of grace 7, the e. hath obtained it, and the rest 28, touching the e. they are be- loved I. Thess. 1 :4, knowing your e. of God I. Pet. 5 :13, e. together with you II. Pet. 1 :10, make your calling and e. sure Elements, material comprising world, rudiments. Gal. 4 :3, in bondage under the e. ; 9. II. Pet. 3 :10, e. shall melt with fervent heat Eloquent, to express emotion with fluency. Ex. 4 :10, O my Lord, I am not e. Isa. 3 :3, artificer, and the e. orator Acts 18 :24, e. man and mighty Embalm, preserve from decay. Gen. 50 :2, physicians to e. his father; 26. Embolden, to encourage. Job 16 :3, what e. thee that thou I. Cor. 8 :10, weak be e. to eat those things Embrace, clasp, salute. Gen. 29 :13, e. him and kissed him Job 24 :8, e. the rock for want of shelter Eccl. 3 :5, a time to e. and a time to Acts 20 :10, e. him, said, Trouble not Heb. 11 :13, persuaded of them and e. Embroider, ornamental needle work. Ex. 28 :30, e. coat of fine linen, 35 :35 Eminent, high, distinguished. Ezek. 16 :24, built unto thee an e. place 39, shall throw down thine e. place 17 :22, upon high mountain and e. i Empire, kingdom. Esth. 1 :20, throughout all his e. Employ, keep in service. Deut. 20 :19, to e. them in the siege Ezra 10 :15, were e. about this matter Empty, void, free, draw out. Gen. 31 :42. sent me away now e. Ex. 3 :21, ye shall not go e. 23 :15, none appear before me e. Job 22 :9, sent widows away e. Isa. 29 :8, awaketh his soul is e. Nah, 2 :2, have e. them out and Matt. 12 :44, findeth it e. swept Emulation, ambition to excel. Rom. 11 :14, I may provoke to e. them Gal. 5 :20, variance, e. wrath, strife Enabled, strengthened. I. Tim. 1 :12, Christ Jesus our Lord who hath e. Encamp, settle down, camp. Ps. 273, host e. against me 34 :7, angel of Lord e. round about, 53 :5 Enchantment, charm, witchery. Lev. 19 :26, neither shall ye use e. Num. 23 :23, surely there is no e. Eccl. 10 :11, serpent will bite without e. Isa. 47 :9, great abundance of thine e. Encourage, strengthen, help for- ward. Deut. 3 :2S, e. him and strengthen II. Chron. 35 :2, e. them to ser- vice Ps. 64 :5, e. themselves in an evil End, finished, latter, rear. Gen. 6 :13, e. of all flesh is come Num. 23 :10, let my last e. be like 22 ENDANGER. CONCORDANCE. ESCHEW. Deut.32 :29, consider their latter e Job 16 :3, vain words have an e. 26 :10, day and night come to an e Ps. 7 :9, wicked come to an e. 37 :37, e. of that man is peace 102 :27, thy years shall have no e. 107 :27, are at their wits' e. 119 :96, e. of all perfection Prov. 14 :12, e. thereof are ways of death 19 :20, be wise in thy latter e. Eccl. 4 :8, no e. of all his labor, 16. 7 :2, that is the e. of all men, 8. 12 :12, of making many books there is no e. Jer. 8 :20, harvest is past, sum- mer e. 31 :17, there is hope in thine e. Matt. 10 :22, he that endureth to the e. 13 :39, harvest e. of the world 24 :6, but the e. is not yet 28 :20, I am with you even unto e. John 13 :1, loved them unto the e. 18 :37, to this e. was I born Rom. 6 :21, e. of those things is death 22, and the e. everlasting life 10 :4, e. of law for righteousness Phil 3 :19, whose e. is destruc- tion I. Tim. 1 :5, e. of commandment Heb. 13 :7, e. of their conversa- tion Jas. 5:11, have seen the e. of the Lord I. Pet 1:9, receiving e. of your faith 13, hope to the e. for the grace 4 :7, e. of all things is at hand 17, what shall the e. be of them Rev. 21 :16, the beginning and the e. Endanger, bring into danger. Eccl. 1 :09, cleaveth wood shall be e. Dan. 1 :10, make me e. my head Endeavor, attempt, effort. Ps. 28 :4, wickedness of their e. Acts 16 :10, e. to go into Mace- donia Eph. 4 :3, e. to keep the unity I. Thess. 2 :17, e. the more abun- dantly II. Pet. 1 :15, that ye may be able Endless, without end. I. Tim. 1 :4, neither give heed to fables and e. Heb. 7 :16, power of an e. life Endue, supply with, endow. Gen. 30 :20, God hath e. me with II. Chron. 2 :12, e. with prudence, 13. Luke 4 :49, until ye be e. with power Endure, suffer without resistance. Gen. 33 :14, children be able to e. Job. 31 :23, highness I could not e. Ps. 9 :7, the Lord shall e. for ever 30 :5, weeping may e. for a night 5 :21, goodness of God e. contin- ually 72 :17, his name shall e. for ever 100 :5, his truth e. to all genera- tions 106 :1, his mercy e. for ever 111 :3, his righteousness e. for ever Matt. 10 :22, he that e. to end shall Mark 4:17, e. but for a time John 6 :27, labor for meat which e. I. Cor. 13 :7, charity to e. all things 2 Tim. 2 :3, e. hardness as a good soldier 4 :3, will not e. sound doctrine Jas. 1 :12, blessed is the man that e. 5 :11, count them happy which e. I. Pet. 2 :19, for conscience e. grief Enemy, adversary, foe. Ex. 23 :22, an e. unto thine e. Deut. 32 :31, our e. being judges Judg. 5 :31, let all thine e. per- ish Ps. 8 :2, still the e. and the aven- ger 23 :5, in the presence of mine e. 72 :9, his e. shall lick the dust 139 :22, count them mine e. Prov. 16 :7, make his e. at peace 24 :17, rejoice not when e. falleth 25 :21, if e. be hungry give him 27 :6, kisses of an e. are deceitful Jer. 15 :11, cause e. to treat thee well Mic. 7 :6, man's e. of his own house Matt. 5 :43, and hate thine e., 44 13 :25, e. came and sowed tares Acts 13 :10, thou e. of all right- eousness Rom. 5 :10, if, when we were e. we 11 :28, concerning gospel, they are e. Gal. 4 :16, and I therefore be come your e. Phil. 3 :15, e. of the cross of Christ Jas. 4 :4, friend of world e. of God Engaged, pledged. Jer. 30 :21, who is this that e. his Engrafted, implanted. Jas. 1 :21, receive with meek- ness the e. Engrave, carve, cut in. Ex. 28 :11 ; Zach. 3 :9 ; II. Cor. 3:7. Enjoin, to charge, order. Job. 36:23, who hath e. him. Esth. 9 :31, queen had e. them Philem. 8, bold in Christ to e. thee Heb. 9 :20, testament which God e. Enjoy, he pleased with. Num. 36.8, children of Israel may e. Lev. 26 :34, land e. her sabbaths Isa. 65 :22, elect shall long e. Eccl. 5 :18, e. the good of all his Acts 24 :2, by thee we e. great I. Tim. 6 :17, giveth us rightly all things to e. Heb. 11 :25, e. pleasures of sin for Enlarge, extend, spread out. Deut. 12 :20, Lord thy God shall e. Ps. 4 :1, hast e. me in distress 119 :32, when thou shalt e. my Isa. 5 :14, hell hath e. herself 54 :2, e. place of thy tent Matt. 23 :5, e. the borders of their II. Cor. 6 :11, our heart is e., 13. 10 :15, we shall be e. by you Enlighten, cause to shine. Ps. 18 :28, Lord my God will e 19 :8, commandment is pure e. the 97 :4, his lightnings e. the world Eph. 1 :18, your understanding e. Heb. 6 :4, those who were once e. Enmity, hostility, hatred. Gen. 3 :15, I will put e. between Rom. 8 :7, carnal mind is e. Eph. 2 :15, abolished in his flesh the e. Jas. 4 :4, friendship of world e with God Enough, sufficiency. Gen. 45 :28, it is e. Joseph is alive I. K. 19 :4, it is e. O Lord, take away Hos. 4 :10, eat and not have e. Matt. 10 :25, e. for the disciple that Mark 14 :41, it is e. the hour is come Luke 15 :17, bread e. and to spare Enquire, to ask, seek after. Ex. 18 :15, people come to e. of God Ps. 78 :34, returned and e. early after Ezek. 14 :3, should I be e. of at all 36 :37, I will yet for this be e. of Matt. 10 :11, e. who in it is worthy I. Pet. 1 :10, prophets have e. and Enrich, make rich. I. Sam. 17 :25, the king will e. him Ps. 65 :9, thou greatly e. it with the river Ezek. 27 :33, thou didst e. kings I. Cor. 1 :5, in everything ye are e. Ensample, a type. I. Cor. 10 :11, happened unto them for e. Phil. 3 :17, ye have us for an e. I. Thess. 1 :7, ye were e. to all that believe II. Thess. 3 :9, make ourselves an e. unto I. Pet. 5 :3, being e. to the flock. II. Pet. 2 :6. Ensign, token, signal. Ps. 74 :4, set up their e. for signs Isa. 5 :26, lift up an e. to nations 11 :10, stand for an e. of people Zech. 9 :16, as an e. upon his land Ensnared, snare. Job 34 :30, lest the people be e. Entangle, perplex, bewilder. Ex. 14 :3, they are e. in the land Matt. 22 :15, might e. him in his talk Gal. 5 :1, be not e. again with yoke II. Tim. 2 :4, no man that war- reth e. II. Pet. 2 :20, they are again e, Enter, to go or come in. Ps. 100 :4, e. his gates with thanksgiving Isa. 26 :4, righteous nation may e 20, come my people e. thou Matt. 6 :6, when thou prayest e. into 7 :13, e. ye in at the strait gate 18 :8, better to e. into life halt or 19 :17, if thou wilt e. into life keep 25 :21, enter thou into the joy of thy Mark 14 :38, lest ye e. into temp- tation Luke 9 :34, feared as they e cloud 13 :24, many will seek to e. John 4 :38, ye are e. into their labors 10 :1, e. not by the door into the Rom. 5 :12, by one man sin e. into world I. Cor. 2 :9, neither e. into heart of man Heb. 3 :11, shall not e. into rest 4 :10, he that is e. into his rest II. Pet. 1 :11, an e. shall be min- istered. Entertain, receive as host. Heb. 13 :2, some have e. angels unawares Entice, tempt, seduce. Deut. 13 :6, e. thee secretly, say ing Judg. 16 :5, e. him and see wherein II. Chron. 18:19, who shall e. Ahab; 20. Prov. 1 :10, if sinners e. thee consent not I. Cor. 2 :4, not with e. words of man's Entire, whole in every part. Jas. 1 :4, ye may be perfect and e. Environ, surround. Josh. 7 :9, hear of it and shall e. us Envy, jealousy. Job 5 :2, e. slayeth the silly one Ps. 73 :3, I was e. at the foolish Prov. 3 :31, e. not the oppressor 14 :30, e. rottenness of the bones 24 :1, be not e. against evil men 27 :4, who is able to stand before e. Eccl. 9 :6, their e. is now per- ished Matt. 27 :18, for e. they delivered Acts 13 :45, were filled with e. Rom. 13 :13, not in strife and e. I .Cor. 13.4, charity e. not ; chari- ty vaunteth II. Cor. 12 :20 ; Gal. 5 :21, 26 ; Tim. 6 :4. Phil. 1 :15, preach Christ even of e. Tit. 3 :3, living in malice and e. Jas. 4 :5, spirit in us lusteth to e. Epistle, letter. II. Cor. -3:2, ye are our e. writ- ten 3, declared to be the e. of Christ II. Thess. 3 :14, obey not word by this e. 17, which is the token in every e. II. Pet. 3 :1, this second e. be- loved. 16, also in all his e. speaking Equal, even, uniform, just. Ps. 17:2, behold things that are e 55 :13, a man, mine e. my guide Prov. 26 :7, legs of lame not e. Isa. 40 :25, to whom shall I be e. Ezek. 18 :25, way of the Lord is not e. 33 :17, as for them, their way is not e. Matt. 20:12, thou hast made them e. Luke 20 :36, they are e. to an- gels John 5 :18, making himself e. with God Col. 4 :1, give your servants what is e. Equity, uprightness. Ps. 98 :9, judge the people with e. 99 :4, thou dost establish e. Prov. 1 :3, instruction of wisdom and e. Isa. 11 :4, reprove with e. for the meek 59 :14, truth fallen in street and e. Erected, set up. Gen. 33 :20, he e. there an altar Err, go astray. Ps. 95 :10, a people»that do e. in their heart 119 :21, e. from my command- ments 110, I e. not from thy precepts Isa. 28 :7, they e. in vision, they 29 :24, they also that e. in spirit Amos, 2 :4, lies caused them to e. Matt. 22 :29, ye do e. not know- ing I. Tim. 6 :10, they have e. from faith ; 21. II. Tim. 2 :18, concerning truth have e. Heb. 3:10, do always e. in their heart Jas. 1 :16, do not e. my beloved. Errand, message, commission. Gen. 24 :33, till I have told my e. Judg. 3 :19, I have a secret e. II. K. 95, have an e. to thee Error, mistake, oversight. Ps. 19 ;12, who can understand his e. Eccl. 5 :6, neither say it was an e. Isa. 32 :6, utter e. against the Lord Dan. 6 :4, neither was any e. found Matt. 27 :64, last e. shall be worse than Jas. 5 :20, converteth sinners from e. II. Pet. 3 :17, led away with e. of the I. John 4.6, know we spirit of e. Escape, evade, hasten away. Gen. 19 :17, e. for thy life ; e. to the I. K. 1840, let none of them e. Job 11 :20, wicked shall not e. 19 :20. Ps. 55 :8, would hasten my e. Prov. 19 :5, speaketh lies shall not e. Isa. 20 :6, how shall we e., Heb. 2:3. Matt. 23 :33, how can ye e. dam- nation Luke 21 :36, accounted worthy to e. John 10 :39, he e. out of their hand Acts 27 :44, all e. safe to land, 28:4 Heb. 11 :34, e. the edge of the sword 12 :25, if they e. not who re- fused II. Pet. 1 :4, having e. corruption Eschew, flee from, avoid. Job 1 :8, feareth God, and e. evil 23 ESPECIALLY. CONCORDANCE. EXCEL. I. Pet. 3 :11, e. evil and do good Especially, particularly, chiefly. Ps. 31 :11 ; Acts 26 :3 ; Gal. 6 :10 ; I. Tim. 5 :17 ; II. Tim. 4 :13 Espouse, betrothal. Jer. 2 :2, love of thine e. when Matt. 1 :18, Mary was e. to Jo- seph Luke 1 :27, e. to a man whose 2 :5, with Mary his e. wife II. Cor. 11 :2, e. you to one hus- hands Espy, to see, search out. Gen. 42 :27, opened his sack he e. Josh. 14 :7, sent me to e. out land Jer. 48 :19, stand by the way and e. Ezek. 20 :6, land that I had e. Establish, fix, settle, confirm. Ps. 90 :17, e. thou work of our hands Prov. 4 :26, let all thy ways be e. 12 :19, life of truth e. for ever 20 :18, every purpose e. by coun- Isa. 7 :9, not believe ye shall not . be e. 16 :5, in mercy shall throne be e. Jer. 10 :12, e. world by his wis- dom Matt. 18 :16, every word may be e. Rom. 3:31, yea, we e. the law, 10:3. Heb. 13 :9, heart be e. with grace II. Pet. 1 :12, e. in present truth Estate, condition, rank. Ps. 136 :23, remembered us in low e. Eccl. 1 :16, I am come to great e. Mark 6 :21, made supper to chief e. Rom. 12 :16, condescend to men of low e. Jude 6, kept not their first e. Esteem, value, respect. Deut. 32 :15, lightly e. the Rock of his I. Sam. 2 :30, they that despise me lightly e. 18 :23, I am poor man and lightly e. Prov. 17 :28, e. a man of under- standing Isa. 53 :3, despised and we e. him not Luke 16 :15, highly e. among men Rom. 14 :5, one e. one day above I. Cor. 6 :4, set them to judge who least e. Phil. 2 :3, each e. other better than I. Thess. 5 :13, e. them highly for work's Estimate, value. Lev. 27 :14, the priest shall e. It Estranged, make strange. Job. 19:13, acquaintance are e. Ps. 58 :3, the wicked are e. from 78 :30, were not e. from their Jer. 19 :4, foresaken me and have Ezek. 14 :5, are all e. from me Eternal, perpetual, lasting. Deut. 33 :27, e. God is thy refuge Matt. 19 :16, that I may have e. life 25 :46, righteous go into e. life John 3 :15, believeth in him have e. 5 :39, in them ye have e. life, 6:54 10 :28, give unto them e. life 12 :25, keep it unto life e. 17 :2, e. life to as many as thou, 3. Acts 13 :48, ordained to e. life Rom. 6 :23, gift of God is e. life II. Cor. 4 :17, worketh for us e. weight of 18, things not seen are e. 5 :1, an house e. in the heavens Eph. 3 :11, e. purpose of Christ I. Tim. 1 :17, unto the King e. be honour 6 :12, lay hold on e. life Tit. 1 :2, in hope of e. life, 3 :7. Heb. 5 :9, author of e. salvation 9 :12, obtained e. redemption 14, through the e. spirit offered 15, receive promise of e. inher- it" 3. nop I. Pet. 5 :10, God called us unto e. glory I. John 1 :2 ; 2 :25 ; 3 :15 ; 5 :11, 13, 20 ; Jude 7, 21. Eternity, duration without end. Isa. 57 :15, lofty One inhabit- eth e. Evangelist, preacher. Acts 21 :8, house of Philip the e. Eph. 4 :11, some prophets and some e. I. Tim. 4 :5, do work of an e. Evening', latter part of the day. I. K. 17 :6, bread and flesh in the e. Ps. 90 :6, in e. it is cut down and 104 :23, to his labour until e. 141 :2, as the e. sacrifice Eccl. 11 :6, in e. withhold not Zech. 14 :7, at e. time it shall be light Matt. 14 :23, e. was come he was alone Luke 24 :29, it is toward e. Event, occurrence. Eccl. 2 :14, one e. happeneth to 9 :2, one e. to the righteous, 3 Ever, at all times, continually. Gen. 3 :22, lest he eat and live for e. Lev. 6 :13, fire shall e. be burn- ing Ps. 9 :7, Lord shall endure for e. 23 :6, dwell in house of the Lord for e. 37 :26, he is e. merciful 48 :14, our God for e. and e. 102 :12, thou shalt endure for e. 103 :9, keep his anger for e. 146 :6, keepeth truth for e. 10, Lord shall reign for e. Prov. 27 :24, riches not for e. Isa. 26 :4, trust in the Lord for e. Matt. 6 :13, thine Is the glory for e. John 12 :34, Christ abideth for e. 14 :16, comforter abide with you for e. I. Thess. 4 :17, so shall we e. be with Lord 5 :15, e. follow that which is good 11. Tim. 3 :7, e. learning and never able Heb. 7 :25, he e. liveth to make 13 :8, same yesterday, today and for e. Everlasting*, perpetual, forever. Ps. 90 :2, from e. to e. thou art God, 112:6. 11 :26, righteous in e. remem- brance 139 :24, lead me in the way e. Isa. 9 :6, the e. Father, the Prince of 26 :4, Jehovah is e. strength 40 :28, the e. God, the Lord, the Creator 45 :17, saved with e. salvation 54 :8, with e. kindness will I have 55 :3, I will make an e. covenant 13, for an e. sign that shall not be 60 :20, Lord shall be thine e. light Jer. 31 :3, loved with an e. love Dan. 12 :2, awake, some to e. life Hab. 3 :6, his ways are e. Matt. 18 :8, cast into e. fire. 19 :29, shall inherit e. life Luke 16:9; 18:30; John 3:16, 36 ; 4 :14 ; 6 :40, 47. Acts 13 :46, unworthy of e. life Rom. 6 :22, and the end of e. life Gal. 6 :8, of the spirit reap life e. I. Thess. 1 :9, punished with e. destruction I. Tim. 6 :16, be honour and power e. II. Pet. 1 :11, into the e. king- dom Rev. 14 :16, having the e. gospel to preach Evermore, all time. Ps. 16:11, there are pleasures for e. 37 :27, do good ; and dwell for e. 86 :12, glorify thy name for e. 105 :4, seek his face e. 115 :18, bless the Lord from this time for e. 133 :3, blessing, even life for e John 6 :34, Lord e. give us this bread I. Thess, 5 :16, rejoice e. Rev. 1 :18, behold, I am alive for e. Every, each one, all. Gen. 6 :5, e. imagination evil Deut. 4 :4, are alive e. one of you this II. Chron. 30 :18, Lord pardon e one Ps. 32 :6, e. one that is godly pray 119 :101, refrained my feet from e. Prov. 14 :15, simple believeth e word 30 :5, e. word of God is pure Jer. 51 :29, e. purpose of the Lord Matt. 4 :4, e. word that proceed- ed 7 :8, e. one that asketh receiveth Mark 1 :45, came from e. quar- ter Rom. 14 :11, e. knee shall bow, e. I. Tim. 4 :4, e. creature of God is good II. Tim. 2 :19, let e. one that nameth 21, prepared unto e. good work Heb. 12 :1, lay aside e. weight that Jas. 1 :17, e. good gift and e. per- fect I. Pet. 2 :13, e. ordinance of man I. John 4 :1, believe not e. spirit 7, e. one that loveth is born of God Rev. 6 :ll, robes given unto e. one Evidence, testimony, proof. Jer. 32 :10, subscribed the e. 11, 12, 14, 16. Heb. 11 :1, faith is the e. of things Evident, manifest, plain. Job. 6 :28, e. unto you if I lie Gal. 3 :11, it is e. for, the just shall Heb. 7 :14, e. that our Lord sprang. 15. Evil, bad, iniquity. Gen. 6 :5, thoughts of heart was only e. 47 :9, few and e. have the days Job 2 :10, receive good and not e. 30 :26, looked forward e. came Ps. 34 :14, depart from e. and do good 35 :12, rewarded me e. for good Prov. 15 :3, beholding e. and the good 17 :13, whoso rewardeth e. for good, e. Isa. 5 :20, call e. good, and good e. 7 :15, refuse the e. choose the good. 16. Jer. 2 :13, my people committed two e., 19. 24 :3, e. very e. that cannot be eaten 42 :6, whether it be good or e. we will obey Matt. 5 :45, maketh his sun rise on the e. 6 :34, sufficient unto the day is the e. 7:11, ye being e. know how to give, 18. Mark 9 :39, can lightly speak e. of me Luke 6 :35, kind to unthankful and e., 22. 45, an e. man out of the e. treas- ure of John 3 :20, every one that doeth e. hateth Rom. 7 :19, e. which I would not, that 12 :9, abhor that which is e. 17, recompense to no man e. for e. 21, over come e. with good I. Thess, 5 :22, abstain from ap- pearance of e. I. Tim. 6 :10, love of money root of all e. II. Tim. 4 :18, deliver me from every e. work Tit. 3 :2, speak e. of no man, to be no Jas. 3 :8, tongue is an unruly e., full I. Pet. 3 :9, not rendering e. for e. Exact, demand, extort. Deut. 15 :2, shall not e. it of his e. Neh. 5:7, ye e. usury every one of his, 10, 11. Ps. 89:22, the e. shall not e. upon him Luke 3 :13, e. no more than that Exalt, magnify, glorify. Ex. 15 :2, my father's God, I will e. 1 Sam. 2 :10, e. horn of anointed Ps. 34 :3, let us e. his name 99 :5, e. ye the Lord our God, and 118 :28, thou art my God, I will e. 140 :8, lest they e. themselves Prov. 4 :8, e. her, and she shall Matt. 23 :12, whosoever shall e. himself I. Pet. 5 :6, he may e. you in due time Examine, investigate, try. Ps. 26 :2, e. me, O Lord, prove me Acts 4 :9, be e. of the good deed. 22 :24, be e. by scourging, 29. I. Cor. 11 :28, let a man e. him- self II. Cor. 13 :5, e. yourselves whether ye be Example, type, model. John 13 :15. have given you an e. I. Tim. 4 :12, be thou an e. of the Heb. 4:11, lest any man fall after same e. 8 :5, e. and shadow of heavenly things Jas. 5 :10, prophets e. of suffer- ing. I. Pet. 2 :21, Christ suffered, leaving us an e. Jude 7, are set forth for an e. Exceed, surpass, excel. Matt. 5 :20, except your right- eousness e. II. Cor. 3:9, righteousness e. In glory Exceeding', in very great degree. Gen. 15 si, I am thy e. great re- ward. Num. 14 :7, is an e. good land ■ I. K. 4 :29, gave wisdom e. much Ps. 43 :4. unto God my e. joy ; yea, upon 119 :96, thy commandment is e. broad Eccl. 7 :24, far off and e. deep Ezek. 9 :9, iniquity of Israel e. great Dan. 3 :22, furnace e. hot Josiah 3 :3, Ninevah an e. great city Matt. 2 :10, rejoiced with e. joy, 16. 4 :8, taketh him into an e. high 5 :12, rejoice and be e. glad 26 :22, were e. sorrowful, and began Mark 9 :3, his raiment became e. white Rom. 7:13, might become e. sin- ful II. Cor. 4:17, e. and eternal weight of glory Eph. 2 :7, e. riches of his grace, 3:20 I. Tim. 1 :14, grace of our Lord e. abundant II. Pet. 1 :4, e. great and pre- cious promises Jude 24, faultless with e. joy Excel, surpass, go beyond. Gen. 49 :4, thou shalt not e. be- cause Ps. 103 :20, angels that e. in strength Isa. 10 :10, images did e. them I. Cor. 14 :12, seek that ye may e. 24 EXCELLENCY. CONCORDANCE. FAIR. Excellency, superiority, purity. Gen. 49 :3, e. of dignity, e. of power Job. 20 :6, his e. mount up to Ps. 47 :4, e. of Jacob whom he loved 68 :34, his e. is over Israel Eccl. 71 :2, e. of knowledge Is, that Isa. 60 :15, I will make thee an eternal e. I. Cor. 2 :1, not with e. of speech II. Cor. 4 :7, e. of the power of God Phil. 3 :8, e. of the knowledge of Excellent, worthy, valuable. Job 37 :23, he is e. in power Ps. 8 :1, O Lord, our Lord, how e. is thy 36:7, how e. is thy loving kind- ness 148 :13, his name alone is e. Prov. 12 :26, righteous more e. than 17 :7, e. speech becometh not a fool 27, is of an e. spirit. Isa. 28 :29 Dan. 5 :12, e. spirit in Daniel, 14. Rom. 2 :18, approvest things more e. I. Cor. 12 :31, shew I unto you a more e. way Heb. 1:4, obtained a more e. name 8 :6, obtained more e. ministry 11 :4, Abel offered more e. sacri- fice Except, but, unless. Gen. 32 :26, not let thee go e. thou bless Deut. 32 :30, e. their Rock had sold Ps. 127 :1, e. the Lord build the house Matt. 5 :20, e. your righteousness 18 :3, e. ye be converted, and be- come Luke 13 :3, e. ye repent ye shall all John 3:2, e. God be with him 5, e. a man be born of water and of 4 :48, e. ye see signs and won- ders 20 :25, e. I shall see in his hands Acts 26 :29, such as I am e. these bonds I. Cor. 14 :5, e. he interpret, that the 15 :36, not quickened e. it die II. Thess. 2 :3, e. there come a falling II. Tim. 2 :5, e. he strive law- fully Excess, intemperance, superfluity. Matt. 23 :25, full of extortion and e. Eph. 5 :18, not drunk wherein is e. L Pet. 4 :3, walked in lusts, e. of wine Exchange, to change. Lev. 27 :10, e. thereof shall be holy Ezek. 48 :14, neither e. nor alie- nate the Matt. 16 :26, what shall man give in e. Exclude, shut out. Rom. 3:27, where is boasting? It is e. Gal. 4 :17, yea, they would e. you, that ye Excuse, apology. Luke 14 :18, began to make e. Rom. 1 :20, they are without e., 2:15. II. Cor. 12 :19, think ye that we e. Execration, oath, curse. .Ter. 42:18, ye shall be an e. and an Execute, finish, complete. Ex. 12 :12, I will e. judgment Ps. 103 :6, Lord e. righteousness 149 :7, e. vengeance upon Zech. 8:16, e. judgment of truth John 5 :27, given him authority to e. Rom. 13 :4, e. wrath upon him Jude 15, e. judgment upon all Exercise, use action or exertion Ps. 131 :1, neither do I e. my self Jer. 9 :24, Lord e. loving kind ness Acts 24 :16, herein do I e. myself I. Tim. 4 :7, e. thyself unto godli- ness, 8. II. Pet. 2 :14, an heart they have e. with Exhort, urge to good deeds. Acts 13 :15, if ye have any word of e. II. Cor. 9 :5, thought it necessary to e. II. Thess. 3:12, e. by our Lord Jesus I. Tim. 6 :2, these things teach and e. Tit. 2 :6, e. to be sober minded, 9 15, e. with all authority Heb. 3 :13, one another daily Exile, banished from home. II. Sam. 15 :19, stranger and an e. Isa. 51 :14, captive e. hasteneth Expectation, looked for, hope. Ps. 9 :18, e. of poor shall not per- ish 62 :5, my e. is from God Prov. 10 :28, e. of wicked shall perish Luke 3 :15, as people were in e Rom. 8 :19, earnest e. of the creature Phil. 1 :20, earnest e. and hope Expedient, advisable, profitable John 11 :50, e. for us that one 16 :7, e. for you that I go away ; for if 18 :14, e. that one man should die I. Cor. 6 :12, but all things are not e. II. Cor. 8 :10, this is e. for you, who 12 :1, it is not e. for me doubt less to glory Expel, drive out. Josh. 23 :5, God shall e. them Judg. 11 :7, did not ye hate me, and e. me Expenses, expenditure. Ezra 6 :4, let the e. be given out of king's, 8. Experience, trial, proof, try per sonally. Gen. 30 :27, learned by e. that the Lord Eccl. 1 :16, my heart had great e Rom. 5 :7, patience worketh e. Expert, skillful, prompt. Cant. 3 :8, being e. in war Jer. 50 :9, arrows as of a mighty e. Acts 26 :3, know thee to be e. in all Expounded, explained. Judg. 14 :19, them which e. rid dies Mark 4 :34, e. all things to dis ciples Luke 24 :27, e. unto them the scriptures Acts 11 :4, e. it by order unto 18 :26, e. unto him way of God 28 :33, e. and testified kingdom of God Express, closely resembling. Heb. 1 :3, being e. image of his person Expressly, direct terms, plainly. I. Sam. 20 :21, if I e. say to the lad Ezek. 1 :3, word came e. to Ezek- iel I. Tim. 4 :1, the spirit speaketh e. Extend, enlarge, widen. Ps. 109 :12, none to e. mercy Isa. 66 :12, I will e. peace to Extinct, terminated, closed. Job 17 :1, my days are e., the graves are Isa. 43 :17, they are e., they are quenched Extol, exalt, glorify. Ps. 30 :1, I will e. thee, O Lord 68 :4, e. him that rideth upon the 145 :1, I will e. thee my God Dan. 4 :37, e. and honour the King of Extortion, oppression.^, Ezek. 22 :12, gained of neigh- bours by e. Matt. 23^25, they are full of e. and excess Extortioner, practice, extortion. Ps. 109 :11, let the e. catch all that he Isa. 16 :4, for the e. is at an end, the I. Cor. 5 :11, a drunkard or e 6:10. Extremity, great need or peril. Job 35 :15, knoweth it not in great e. Eye, organ of sight. Gen. 3 :6, that it was pleasant to the e. 27 :1, Isaac was old, and his e. were dim 49 :12, his e. shall he red with wine Num. 10 :31, be to us instead of e Deut. 3 :27, lift up thine e. 12 :8, right in his own e. 32 :10, kept him as the apple of his e. II. Chron. 16 :9, e. of the Lord run to and fro Job 11 :20, e. of the wicked fail 29 :15, I was e. to the blind, and feet 31 :16, caused e. of the widow to fail Ps. 15 :4, in whose e. a vile per- son 19 :8, enlightening the e. 33 :18, e. of the Lord is upon them 34 :15, e. of the Lord upon right- eous 132 :4, not give sleep to mine e Prov. 20 :12, the seeing e., the Lord hath 22 :9, he that hatti a bountiful e 27 :20, e. of man never satisfied Eccl. 2 :14, wise man's e. are Isa. 1 :16 ; 29 :10 ; 33 :17 ; 40 :26 ; Jer. 9 :1. Ezek. 24 :16, desire of thine e. Hab. 1 :13, purer e. than to be- hold evil Matt. 5:29, if thy right e. of- fend 13 :16, blessed are your e. -8 :9, enter into life with one e. Mark 8 :18, having e. see not Luke 24 :16, their e. were holden John 11 :37, opened e. of the blind Eph. 1 :18, e. of your understand ing I. John 2 :16, the lust of the e. Fables, legend, myth. I. Tim. 1 :4, nor give heed to f. 4 :7, refuse old wives' f. ' II. Tim. 4 :4, turned unto f. II. Pet. 1 :16, followed devised f Face, countenance. Gen. 4:14, from thy f. shall I be hid 32 :30, I have seen God f. to f., and my Ex. 33:11, Lord spake .to Moses f. to f. 34 :29, skin of his f. shone while he Lev. 19 :32, honour the f. of the old man Deut. 25 :9, spit in his f., and shall II. K. 4 :29, lay staff on f. of the child Neh. 8 :6, worshipped with f. to ground Job. 1 :11, he will curse thee to thy f. 4 :15, a spirit passed before my f. Ps. 27 :9\ hide not thy f. far from me 84 :9, look upon f. *of thine anointed Prov. 27 :19, in water f. answer- eth to f. Eccl. 8 :1, wisdom maketh f. to shine Isa. 3 :15, grind the f. of the poor 50 :7, I set my f. like a flint Jer. 5 :3, made their f. harder than a rock Dan. 10 :6, his f. as appearance of lightning Matt. 6 :17, anoint thine head. wash thy f. 16 :3, ye can discern f. of the sky 17 :2, his f. did shine as the sun 18 :10, their angels always be- hold f. of my Luke 9 :51, set his f. to go to Jerusalem 22 :64, they struck him on the f. I. Cor. 13 :12, but then f. to f. : now I know II. Cor. 3 :18, we all, with open f. beholding Gal. 1 :22, unknown by f. unto churches Jas. 1 :23, beholding his natural f. in glass Rev. 20 :11, from whose f. the earth and Fade, wear away, wither. Isa. 28 :1, beauty is a f. flower, which 64 :6, all do f. as a leaf Jas. 1 :11, so also shall rich man f. I. Pet. 1 :4, inheritance that f. not away ; 5 :4. Fail, come short of, disappoint. Deut. 31 :6, he will not f. thee, nor I. Sam. 17 :32, let no man's heart f. Ezra 4 :22, take heed that ye f. not to do Job 11 :20, eyes of the wicked shall f. Ps. 12 :1, faithful f. from among the 77 :8, doth his promise f. for evermore 89 :33, nor suffer faithfulness to f. Prov. 22 :8, rod of his anger shall f. Eccl. 12 :5, desire shall f. be- cause Isa. 42 :4, he shall not f. nor be Luke 16 :9, when ye f. they may 17, than one tittle of the law to f. 22 :32, prayed that thy faith f. not I. Cor. 13 :8, prophecies, they shall f. Heb. 1:12, thy years shall not f. 12 :15, lest any f. of grace of God Fain, wish or desire. Job 27 :22, would f. flee out Luke 15 :16, would f. have filled his Faint, become weak, weary. Judg. 8 :4, f. yet pursuing them Ps. 27 :13, I had f. unless I believed 107 :5, their soul f. in them Prov. 24 :10, if thou f. in the day of Isa. 40 :28, Creator of ends of earth f. not 29, he giveth power to the f. ; 30. 31, they shall walk, and not f. Matt. 15 :32, lest they f. in the way Luke 18 :1, always to pray, and not to f. II. Cor. 4 :1, received mercy we f. not Gal. 6 :9, shall reap, if we f. not Heb. 12 :3, wearied and f. in your minds Fair, clear, pure, beautiful. Job 37 :22, f. weather cometh out of Prov. 11 :22, so is a f. woman without 26 :25, he speaketh fair, believe him not Cant. 6 :10, f. as the moon, clear as sun Jer. 4 :30, in vain make thy- self f. Dan. 1 :15, countenances ap- peared f. Matt. 16 :2, it will he f. weath- er ; for the Acts 7 :20, Moses was exceed- ing f. 25 FAITH. CONCORDANCE. J

    H g X/l CD a) p . a o> a bo cp _ sSx: S 1 M an §.9 -p p oS to a V P o .a CO -p a 03 s-. o> +-> to P oj CJ p a V& Nebuchadnezzar's dream. DANIEL, IY. (4) Daniel interpreteth it. make known unto me tlie interpretation of the dream. 7 Then came in the magicians, the astrologers, the Chaldeans, and the soothsayers: and I told the dream before them; but they did not make known unto me the interpretation thereof. 8 But at the last Daniel came in before me, whose name was Belteshazzar, according to the name of my god, and in whom is the spirit of the holy gods: and before him I told the dream, say- ing, 9 O Belteshazzar, master of the magicians, be- cause I know that the spirit of the holy gods is in thee, and no secret troubleth thee, tell me the visions of my dream that I have seen, and the in- terpretation thereof. 10 Thus were the visions of mine head in my bed; I saw, and behold a tree in the midst of the earth, and the height thereof was great. 11 The tree grew, and was strong, and the height thereof reached unto heaven, and the sight thereof to the end of all the earth: 12 The leaves thereof were fair, and the fruit thereof much, and in it was meat for all: the beasts of the field had shadow under it, and the fowls of the heaven dwelt in the boughs thereof and all flesh was fed of it. 13 I saw in the visions of my head upon my bed, and, behold, a watcher and an holy one came down from heaven; 14 He cried aloud, and said thus, Hew down the tree, and cut off his branches, shake off his leaves, and scatter his fruit: let the beasts get away from under it, and the fowls from his branches: 15 Nevertheless leave the stump of his roots in the earth, even with a band of iron and brass, in the tender grass of the field; and let it be wet with the dew of heaven, and let his portion be with the beasts in the grass of the earth: 16 Let his heart be changed from man's, and let a beast's heart be given unto him ; and let seven times pass over him. 17 This matter is by the decree of the watchers and the demand by the word of the holy ones: to the intent that the living may know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men. 18 This dream I king Nebuchadnezzar have seen. Now thou, O Belteshazzar, declare the in- terpretation thereof, forasmuch as all the wise men of my kingdom are not able to make known unto me the interpretation : but thou art able; for the spirit of the holy gods is in thee. 19 Then Daniel, whose name was Belteshazzar, was astomed for one hour, and his thoughts troubled him. The king spake, and said, Belte- shazzar, let not the dream, or the interpretation thereof trouble thee. Belteshazzar answered and said, My lord, the dream be to them that hate tnee, and the interpretation thereof to thine ene< mies. 20 The tree that thou sawest, which grew, and 28 was strong, whose height reached unto the heaven, and the sight thereof to all the earth; 21 Whose leaves were fair, and the fruit there- of much, and in it was meat for all; under which the beasts of the field dwelt, and upon whose branches the fowls of the heaven had their habi- tation : 22 It is thou, O king, that art grown and be- come strong: for thy greatness is grown, and reacheth unto heaven, and thy dominion to the end of the earth. 23 And whereas the king saw a watcher and an holy one coming down from heaven, and saying, Hew the tree down, and destroy it ; yet leave the stump of the roots thereof in the earth, even with a band of iron and brass, in the tender grass of the field ; and let it be wet with the dew of heaven and let his portion be with the beasts of the field, till seven times pass over him ; 21 This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the most High, which is come upon my lord the king : 25 That they shall drive thee from men, and thy dwelling shall be with the beasts of the field, and they shall make thee to eat grass as oxen, and they shall wet thee with the dew of heaven, and seven times shall pass over thee, till thou know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will. 26 And whereas they commanded to leave the stump of the tree roots ; thy kingdom shall be sure unto thee, after that thou shalt have known that the heavens do rule. 27 Wherefore, O king, let my counsel be ac- ceptable unto thee, and break off thy sins by righteousness, and thine iniquities by shewing mercy to the poor; if it may be a lengthening of thy tranquillity. 28 All this came upon the king Nebuchadnez- zar. 29 At the end of twelve months he walked in the palace of the kingdom of Babylon. 30 The king spake, and said, Is not this great Babylon, that I have built for the house of the kingdom by the might of my power, and for the honour of my majesty? 31 While the word was in the king's mouth, there fell a voice from heaven, saying, O king Nebuchadnezzar, to thee it is spoken; The king- dom is departed from thee. 32 And they shall drive thee from men, and thy dwelling shall be with the beasts of the field : they shall make thee to eat grass as oxen, and seven times shall pass over thee, until thou know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will. 33 The same hour was the thing fulfilled upon Nebuchadnezzar: and he was driven from men, and did eat grass as oxen, and his body was wet with the dew of heaven, till his hairs were grown like eagles' feathers, and his nails like birds' claws. 34 And at the end of the days I Nebuchadnez- zar lifted up mine eyes unto heaven, and mine un- 619 Handwriting on the wall. DANIEL, V. (5) Daniel interpreteth the writing. \ derstanding returned unto me, and I blessed the most High, and I praised and honoured him that liveth for ever, whose dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his kingdom is from generation to generation : 35 And all the inhabitants of the earth are re- puted as nothing: and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaA r en, and among the in- habitants of the earth: and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou? 36 At the same time my reason returned unto me; and for the glory of my kingdom, mine hon- our and brightness returned unto me; and my counsellors and my lords sought unto me; and I was established in my kingdom, and excellent majesty was added unto me. 37 Now I Nebuchadnezzar praise and extol and honour the King of heaven, all whose works are truth, and his ways judgment: and those that walk in pride he is able to abase. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Belshazzar's impious feast. 5 A handwriting, un- known to the magicians, troubleth the king. 10 At the commendation of the queen Daniel is brought. 17 He, reproving the king of pride and idolatry, 25 read- eth and interpreted the writing. 30 The monarchy is translated to the Medes. BELSHAZZAR the king made a great feast to a thousand of his lords, and drank wine before the thousand. 2 Belshazzar, whiles he tasted the wine, com- manded to bring the golden and silver vessels which his father Nebuchadnezzar had taken out of the temple which was in Jerusalem; that the king, and his princes, his wives, and his concu- bines, might drink therein. 3 Then they brought the golden vessels that were taken out of the temple of the house of God which was at Jerusalem; and the king, and his princes, his wives, and his concubines, drank in them. 4 They drank wine, and praised the gods of gold, and of silver, of brass, of iron, of wood, and of stone. 5 In the same hour came forth fingers of a man's hand, and wrote over against the candle- stick upon the plaister of the wall of the king's palace: and the king saw the part of the hand that wrote. 6 Then the king's countenance was changed, and his thoughts troubled him, so that the joints of his loins were loosed, and his knees smote one against another. 7 The king cried aloud to bring in the astrolo- gers, the Chaldeans, and the soothsayers. And the king spake, and said to the wise men of Baby- lon, Whosoever shall read this writing, and shew me the interpretation thereof, shall be clothed with scarlet, and have a chain of gold about his neck, and shall be the third ruler in the kingdom. 8 Then came in all the king's wise men: but they could not read the writing, nor make known to the king the interpretation thereof. 9 Then was king Belshazzar greatly troubled, and his countenance was changed in him, and his lords were astonied. 10 Now the queen by reason of the words of the king and his lords came into the banquet house : and the queen spake and said, O king, live for ever: let not thy thoughts trouble thee, nor let thy countenance be changed: 11 There is a man in thy kingdom, in whom is the spirit of the holy gods ; and in the days of thy father light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, was found in him ; whom the king Nebuchadnezzar thy father, the king, I say, thy father, made master of the magicians, astrologers, Chaldeans, and soothsayers; 12 Forasmuch as an excellent spirit, and knowl- edge and understanding, interpreting of dreams, and shewing of hard sentences, and dissolving of doubts, were found in the same Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar: now let Daniel be called, and he will shew the interpretation. 13 Then was Daniel brought in before the king. And the king spake and said unto Daniel, Art thou that Daniel, which art of the children of the captivity of Judah, whom the king my father brought out of Jewry? 14 I have even heard of thee, that the spirit of the gods is in thee, and that light and under- standing and excellent wisdom is found in thee. 15 And now the wise men, the astrologers, have been brought in before me, that they should read this writing, and make known unto me the inter- pretation thereof: but they could not shew the in- terpretation of the thing: 16 And I have heard of thee, that thou canst make interpretations, and dissolve doubts: now if thou canst read the writing, and make known to me the interpretation thereof, thou shalt be clothed with scarlet, and have a chain of gold about thy neck, and shalt be the third ruler in the kingdom. 17 Then Daniel answered and said before the king, Let thy gifts be to thyself, and give thy re- wards to another; yet I will read the writing unto the king, and make known to him the interpre- tation. 18 O thou king, the most high God gave Nebu- chadnezzar thy father a kingdom, and majesty, and glory, and honour: 19 And for the majesty that he gave him, all people, nations, and languages, trembled and feared before him: whom he would he slew; and whom he would he kept alive; and whom he would he set up; and whom he would he put down. 20 But when his heart was lifted up, and his mind hardened in pride, he was deposed from his kingly throne, and they took his glory from him: 21 And he was driven from the sons of men; and his heart was made like the beasts, and his dwelling was with the wild asses: they fed him with grass like oxen, and his body was' wet with the dew of heaven; till he knew that the most high God ruled in the kingdom of men, and that he appointeth over it whomsoever he will. 620 *lf Conspiracy against Daniel. DANIEL, VI. (6) He is cast into the lions' den. 22 And thou his son, O Belshazzar, hast not humbled thine heart, though thou knewest all this; 23 But hast lifted up thyself against the Lord of heaven; and they have brought the vessels of his house before thee, and thou, and thy lords, thy wives, and thy concubines, have drunk wine in them; and thou hast praised the gods of silver, and gold, of brass, iron, wood, and stone, which see not, nor hear, nor know : and the God in whose hand thy breath is, and whose are all thy ways, hast thou not glorified: 24 Then was the part of the hand sent from him ; and this writing was written. 25 And this is the writing that was written, MENE, MENE, TEKEL, I7PHARSIN. 26 This is the interpretation of the thing: MENE ; God hath numbered thy kingdom, and finished it. 27 TEKEL; Thou art weighed in the balances, and art found wanting. 28 PERES; Thy kingdom is divided, and given to the Medes and Persians. 29 Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel with scarlet, and put a chain of gold about his neck, and made a proclamation- con- cerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom. 30 In that night was Belshazzar the king of the Chaldeans slain. 31 And Darius the Median took the kingdom, being about threescore and two years old. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 Daniel is made chief of the presidents. 4 They con- spiring against him obtain an idolatrous decree. 10 Daniel, accused of the breach thereof, is cast into the lions' den. 18 Daniel is saved. 24 His adversaries devoured, 25 and God magnified by a decree. IT pleased Darius to-Set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty princes, which should be over the whole kingdom ; 2 And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give ac- counts unto them, and the king should have no damage. 3 Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm. 4 Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the king- dom; but they could find none occasion nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him. 5 Then said these men, We shall not find any occasion against this Daniel, except we find it against him concerning the law of his God. 6 Then these presidents and princes assembled together to the king, and said thus unto him, King Darius, live for ever. 7 All the presidents of the kingdom, the governors, and the princes, the counsellors, and the captains, have consulted together to establish a royal statute, and to make a firm decree, that whosoever shall ask a petition of any God or man for thirty days, save of thee, O king, he shall be cast into the den of lions. 8 Now, O king, establish the decree, and sign the writing, that it be not changed, according to the law of the Medes and Persians, which alter- eth not. 9 Wherefore king Darius signed the writing and the decree. 10 Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his win- dows being open in his chamber toward Jeru- salem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime. 11 Then these men assembled, and found Daniel praying and making supplication before bis God. 12 Then they came near, and spake before the king concerning the king's decree; Hast thou not signed a decree, that every man that shall ask a petition of any God or man within thirty days, save of thee, O king, shall be cast into the den of lions? The king answered and said, The thing is true, according to the law of the Medes and Persians, which altereth not. 13 Then answered they and said before the king, That Daniel, which is of the children of the captivity of Judah, regardeth not thee, O king, nor the decree that thou hast signed, but maketh his petition three times a day. 14 Then the king, when he heard these words, was sore displeased with himself, and set his heart on Daniel to deliver him: and he laboured till the going down of the sun to deliver him. 15 Then these men assembled unto the king, and said unto the king, Know, O king, that the law of the Medes and Persians is, That no decree nor statute which the king establisheth may be changed. 16 Then the king commanded, and they brought Daniel, and cast him into the den of lions. Now the king spake and said unto Daniel, Thy God whom thou servest continually, he will deliver thee. 17 And a stone was brought, and laid upon the mouth of the den; and the king sealed it with his own signet, and with the signet of his lords; that the purpose might not be changed concerning Daniel. 18 Then the king went to his palace, and passed the night fasting: neither were instru- ments of musick brought before him: and his sleep went from him. 19 Then the king arose very early in the morn- ing, and went in haste unto the den of lions. 20 And when he came to the den, he cried with' a lamentable voice unto Daniel: and the king spake and said to Daniel, O Daniel, servant of the living God, is thy God, whom thou servest con- tinually, able to deliver thee from the lions? 21 Then said Daniel unto the king, O king, live for ever. 22 My God hath sent his angel, and hath shut 1he lions' mouths, that they have not hurt me: forasmuch as before him innocencv was found in 321 Daniel's vision of four beasts, DANIEL, VII. (7) and of God's kingdom. me; and also before thee, king, have I done no hurt. 23 Then -was the king exceeding glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found upon him, because he believed in his God. 24 And the king commanded, and they brought those men which had accused Daniel, and they cast them into the den of lions, them, their chil- dren, and their wives; and the lions had the mas- tery of them, and brake all their bones in pieces or ever they came at the bottom of the den. 25 Then king Darius wrote unto all people, nations, and languages, that dwell in all the earth ; Peace be multiplied unto you. 26 I make a decree, That in every dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel : for he is the living God, and stedf ast for ever, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed, and his dominion shall be even unto the end. 27 He delivereth and rescueth, and he worketh signs and wonders in heaven and in earth, who hath delivered Daniel from the power of the lions. 28 So this Daniel prospered in the reign of Darius, and in the reign of Cyrus the Persian. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 Daniel's vision of four beasts. 9 Of God's kingdom. 15 The interpretation thereof. IK the first year of Belshazzar king of Babylon Daniel had a dream and visions of his head upon his bed : then he wrote the dream, and told the sum of the matters. 2 Daniel spake and said, I saw in my vision by night, and, behold, the four winds of the heaven strove upon the great sea. 3 And four great beasts came up from the sea, diverse one from another. 4 The first was like a lion, and had eagle's wings: I beheld till the wings thereof were plucked, and it was lifted up from the earth, and made stand upon the feet as a man, and a man's heart was given to it. 5 And behold another beast, a second, like to a bear, and it raised up itself on one side, and it had three ribs in the mouth of it between the teeth of it : and they said thus uuto it, Arise, de- vour much flesh. 6 After this I beheld, and lo another like a leopard, which had upon the back of it four wings of a fowl; the beast had also four heads; and dominion was given to it. 7 After this I saw in the night visions, and be- hold a fourth beast, dreadful and terrible, and strong exceedingly; and it had great iron teeth: it devoured and brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with the feet of it: and it was diverse from all the beasts that were before it ; and it had ten horns. 8 I considered the horns, and, behold, there came up among them another little horn, before whom there were three of the first horns plucked up by the roots: and, behold, in this horn were eyes like the eyes of man, and a mouth speaking great things. 9 I beheld till the thrones were cast down, and the Ancient of days did sit, whose garment was white as snow, and the hair of his head like the pure wool : his thrdne was like the fiery flame, and his wheels as burning fire. 10 A fiery stream issued and came forth from before him: thousand thousands ministered unto him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him: the judgment was set, and the books were opened. 11 I beheld then because of the voice of the great words which the horn spake: I beheld even till the beast was slain, and his body destroyed, and given to the burning flame. 12 As concerning the rest of the beasts, they had their dominion taken away: yet their lives were prolonged for a season and time. 13 I saw in the night visions, and behold, one like the Son of man came with the clouds of heaven, and came to the Ancient of days, and they brought him near before him. 14 And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be de- stroyed. 15 I Daniel was grieved in my spirit in the midst of my body, and the visions of my head troubled me. 16 I came near unto one of them that stood by, and asked him the truth of all this. So he told me, and made me know the interpretation of the things. 17 These great beasts, which are four, are four kings, which shall arise out of the earth. 18 But the saints of the most High shall take the kingdom, and possess the kingdom for ever, even for ever and ever. 19 Then I would know the truth of the fourth beast, which was diverse from all the others, ex- ceeding dreadful, whose teeth were of iron, and his nails of brass; which devoured, brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with his feet; 20 And of the ten horns that were in his head, and of the other which came up, and before whom three fell ; even of that horn that had eyes, and a mouth that spake very great things, whose look was more stout than his fellows. 21 I beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; 22 Until the Ancient of days came, and judg- ment was given to the saints of the most High; and the time came that the saints possessed the kingdom. 23 Thus he said, The fourth beast shall be the fourth kingdom upon earth, which shall be diverse from all kingdoms, and shall devour the whole earth, and shall tread it down, and break it in pieces. 24 And the ten horns out of this kingdom are ten kings that shall arise: and another shall rise after them; and he shall be diverse from the first, 622 Vision of the ram and he goat. DANIEL, VIII. (8) Gabriel interpreteth it. and he shall subdue three kings. 25 And he shall speak great words against the most High, and shall wear out the saints of the most High, and think to change times and laws: and they shall be given into his hand until a time and times and the dividing of time. 26 But the judgment shall sit, and they shall take away his dominion, to consume and to de- stroy it unto the end. 27 And the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him. 28 Hitherto is the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my cogitations much troubled me, and my countenance changed in me: but I kept the matter in my heart. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 Daniel's vision of the ram and he goat. 13 The two thousand three hundred days of sacrifice. 15 Gabriel ccmforteth Daniel, and interprete'th the vision. IN the third year of the reign of king Belshaz- zar a vision appeared unto me, even unto me Daniel, after that which appeared unto me at the first. 2 And I saw in a vision; and it came to pass, when I saw, that I was at Shushan in the palace, which is in the province of Elam ; and I saw in a vision, and I was by the river of Ulai. 3 Then I lifted up mine eyes, and saw, and, be- hold, there stood before the river a ram which had two horns: and the two horns were high; but one was higher than the other, and the higher came up last. 4 I saw the ram pushing westward, and north- ward, and southward; so that no beasts might stand before him, neither was there any that could deliver out of his hand; but he did accord- ing to his will, and became great. 5 And as I was considering, behold, an he goat came from the west on the face of the whole earth, and touched not the ground: and the goat had a notable horn between his eyes. 6 And he came to the ram that had two horns, which I had seen standing before the river, and ran unto him in the fury of his power. 7 And I saw him come close unto the ram, and he was moved with choler against him, and smote the ram, and brake his two horns : and there was no power in the ram to stand before him, but he cast him down to the ground, and stamped upon him : and there was none that could deliver the ram out of his hand. 8 Therefore the he goat waxed very great : and when he was strong, the great horn was broken; and for it came up four notable ones toward the four winds of heaven. 9 And out of one of them came forth a little horn, which waxed exceeding great, toward the south, and toward the east, and toward the pleas- ant land. 10 And it waxed great, even to the host of heaven; and it cast down some of the host and of the stars to the ground, and stamped upon them. 11 Yea, he magnified himself even to the prince of the host, and by him the daily sacrifice was taken away, and the place of his sanctuary was cast down. 12 And an host was given him against the daily sacrifice by reason of transgression, and it cast down the truth to the ground; and it practised, and prospered. 13 Then I heard one saint speaking, and an- other saint said unto that certain saint which spake, How long shall be the vision concerning the daily sacrifice, and the transgression of deso- lation, to give both the sanctuary and the host to be trodden under foot? 14 And he said unto me, Unto two thousand and three hundred days; then shall the sanctuary be cleansed. 15 And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision, and sought for the meaning, then, behold, there stood before me as the appear- ance of a man. 16 And I heard a man's voice between the banks of Ulai, which called, and said, Gabriel, make this man to understand the vision. 17 So he came near where I stood: and when he came, I was afraid, and fell upon my face : but he said unto me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end shall be the vision. 18 Now as he was speaking with me, I was in a deep sleep on my face toward the ground: but he touched me, and set me upright. 19 And he said, Behold, I will make thee know what shall be in the last end of the indignation: for at the time appointed the end shall be. 20 The ram which thou sawest having two horns are the kings of Media and Persia. 21 And the rough goat is the king of Grecia: and the great horn that is between his eyes is the first king. 22 Now that being broken, whereas four stood up for it, four kingdoms shall stand up out of the nation, but not in his power. 23 And in the latter time of their kingdom, when the transgressors are come to the full, a king of fierce countenance, and understanding dark sentences, shall stand up. 24 And his power shall be mighty, but not by his own power: and he shall destroy wonderfully, and shall prosper, and practise, and shall destroy the mighty and the holy people. 25 And through his policy also he shall cause craft to prosper in his hand ; and he shall magnify himself in his heart, and by peace shall destroy many: he shall also stand up against the Prince of princes; but he shall be broken without hand. 26 And the vision of the evening and the morn- ing which was told is true: wherefore shut thou up the vision ; for it shall be for many days. 27 And I Daniel fainted, and was sick certain days; afterward I rose up, and did the king's busi- ness; and I was astonished at the vision, but none understood it. 623 Daniel's Confession DANIEL, IX. (9) and prayer. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 Daniel, considering the time of the captivity, 3 maketh confession of sins, 10 and prayeth for the restoration of Jerusalem. 20 Gabriel informeth him of the seventy weeks. IN the first year of Darius the son of Ahasuer- us, of the seed of the Medes, which was made king over the realm of the Chaldeans; 2 In the first year of his reign I Daniel under- stood by books the number of the years, whereof the word of the Lord came to Jeremiah the prophet, that he would accomplish seventy years in the desolations of Jerusalem. 3 And I set my face unto the Lord God, to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting, and sackcloth, and ashes: 4 And I p.ayed unto the Lord my God, and made my confession, and said, O Lord, the great and dreadiui God, keeping the covenant and mercy to them that love him, and to them that keep his commandments; 5 We have sinned, and have committed in- iquity, and liave done wickedly, and have rebelled, even by departing f L'om thy precepts and from thy judgments; 6 Neither have we hearkened unto thy servants the prophets, which spake in thy name to our kings, our princes, and our fathers, and to all the people of the land. 7 O Lord, righteousness belongeth unto thee, but unto us confusion of faces, as at this day; to the men of Ji:dah, and to the inhabitants of Jeru- salem, and unto all Israel, that are near, and that are far off, through all the countries whither thou hast driven them, because of their trespass that they have trespassed against thee. 8 O Lord, to us beiongeth confusion of face, to our kings, to our princes, and to our fathers, be- cause we have sinned against thee. 9 To the Lord our God belong mercies and for- givenesses, though we have rebelled against him; 10 Neither have we obeyed the voice of the Lord our God, to walk in his laws, which he set before us by his servants the prophets. 11 Yea, all Israel have transgressed thy law, even by departing, that they might not obey thy voice ; therefore the curse is poured upon us, and the oath that is written in the law of Moses the servant of God, because we have sinned against him. 12 And he hath confirmed his words, which he spake against us, and against our judges that judged us, by bringing upon us a great evil: for under the whole heaven hath not been done as hath been done upon Jerusalem. 13 As it is written in the law of Moses, all this evil is come upon us: yet made we notour prayer before the Lord our God, that we might turn from our iniquities, and understand thy truth. 14 Therefore hath the Lord watched upon the evil, and brought it upon us: for the Lord our God is righteous in all his works which he doeth: for Ave obeyed not his voice. 15 And now, O Lord our God, that hast brought thy people forth out of the land of Egypt with a mighty hand, and hast gotten thee re- nown, as at this day; we have sinned, we have done wickedly. 16 O Lord, according to all thy righteousness, I beseech thee, let thine anger and thy fury be turned away irom thy city Jerusalem, thy holy mountain: because for our sins, and for the in- iquities of our fathers, Jerusalem and thy people are become a reproach to all that are about us. 17 Now therefore, O our God, hear the prayer of thy servant, and his supplications, and cause thy face to snine upon thy sanctuary that is deso- late, for the Lord's sake. 18 O my God, incline thine ear, and hear; open thine eyes, and behold our desolations, and the city which is called by thy name: for we do not present our supplications before thee for our righteousnesses, but for thy great mercies. 19 O Lord, hear; O Lord, forgive; O Lord, hearken and do; defer not, for thine own sake, O my God : for thy city and thy people are called by thy name. 20 And whiles I was speaking, and praying, and confessing my sin and the sin of my people Israel, and presenting my supplication before the Lord my God for the holy mountain of my God ; 21 Yea, whiles I was speaking in prayer, even the man Gabriel, whom I had seen in the vision at the beginning, being caused to fly swiftly, touched me about the time of the evening obla- tion. 22 And he informed me, and talked with me, and said, O Daniel, I am now come forth to give thee skill and understanding. 23 At the beginning of thy supplications the commandment came forth, and I am come to shew thee ; for thou art greatly beloved : therefore understand the matter, and consider the vision. 24 Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people and upon thy holy city, to finish the trans- gression, and to make an end of sins, and to make reconciliation for iniquity, and to bring in everlasting righteousness, and to seal up the vision and prophecy, and to anoint the most Holy. 25 Know therefore and understand, that from the going forth of the commandment to restore and to build Jerusalem unto the Messiah the Prince shall be seven weeks, and threescore and two weeks: the street shall be built again, and the wall, even in troublous times. 26 And after threescore and two weeks shall Messiah be cut off, but not for himself: and the people of the prince that shall come shall destroy the city and the sanctuary; and the end thereof shall be with a flood, and unto the end of the war desolations are determined. 27 And he shall confirm the covenant with many for one week : and in the midst of the week he shall cause the sacrifice and the oblation to cease, and for the overspreading of abominations he shall make it desolate, even until the consum- mation, and that determined shall be poured upon the desolate. 624 Daniel seeth a viMon. DANIEL, X. (10) Overthrow of Persia. '1/ CHAPTER X. (10) 1 Daniel having humbled himself seeth a vision. 10 Being troubled with fear he is comforted by the angel. IN the third year of Cyrus king of Persia a thing was revealed unto Daniel, whose name was called Belteshazzar; and the thing was true, but the time appointed was long: ana he under- stood the thing, and had understanding of the vision. 2 In those days I Daniel was mourning three full weeks. 3 I ate no pleasant bread, neither came flesh nor wine in my mouth, neither did 1 anoint my- self at all, till three whole weeks were fulfilled, 4 And in the four and twentieth day of the first month, as I was by the side of the great river, which is Hiddekel ; 5 Then I lifted up mine eyes, and looked, and behold a certain man clothed in linen, whose loins were girded with fine gold of Uphaz : 6 His body also was like the beryl, and his face as the appearance of lightning, and his eyes as lamps of fire, and his arms and his feet like in colour to polished brass, and the voice of his words like the voice of a multitude. 7 And I Daniel alone saw the vision: for the men that were with me saw not the vision ; but a great quaking fell upon them, so that they fled to hide themselves. 8 Therefore I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me : for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no strength. 9 Yet heard I the voice of his words : and when I heard the voice of his words, then was I in a deep sleep on my face, and my face toward the ground. 10 And, behold, an hand touched me, which set me upon my knees and upon the palms of my hands. 11 And he said unto me, O Daniel, a man great- ly beloved, understand the words that I speak unto thee, and stand upright : for unto thee am I now sent. And when he had spoken this word unto me, I stood trembling. 12 Then said he unto me, Fear not, Daniel : for from the first day that thou didst set thine heart to understand, and to chasten thyself before thy God, thy words were heard, and I am come for thy words. 13 But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me; and I remained there with the kings of Persia 14 Now I am come to make thee understand what shall befall thy people in the latter days: for yet the vision is for many days. 15 And when he had spoken such words unto me, I set my face toward the ground, and I be- came dumb. 16 And, behold, one like the similitude of the sons of men touched my lips: then I opened my mouth, and spake, and said unto him that stood before me, O my lord, by the vision my sorrows are turned upon me, and 1 have retained no strength. 17 For how can the servant of this my lord talk with this my lord? for as for me, straightway there remained no strength in me, neither is there breath left in me. 18 Then there came again and touched me one like the appearance of a man, and he strength- ened me, 19 And said, O man greatly beloved, fear not: peace be unto thee, be strong, yea, be strong. And when he had spoken unto me, I was strength- ened, and said, Let my lord speak; for thou hast strengthened me. 20 Then said he, Knowest thou wherefore I come unto thee? and now will I return to fight with the prince of Persia: and when I am gone forth, lo, the prince of Grecia shall come. 21 Put I will shew thee that which is noted in the scripture of truth: and there is none that holdeth with me in these things, but Michael vour prince. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 The overthrow of Persia by the king of Grecia. 5 Leagues and conflicts between the kings of the south and of the north. 30 The invasion and tyranny of the Romans. LSO I in the first year of Darius the Mede, even I, stood to confirm and to strengthen A him. 2 And now will I shew thee the truth. Behold, there shall stand up yet three kings in Persia; and the fourth shall be far richer than they all: and by his strength through his riches he shall stir up all against the realm of Grecia. 3 And a mighty king shall stand up, that shall rule with great dominion, and do according to his will. 4 And when he shall stand up, his kingdom shall be broken, and shall be divided toward the four winds of heaven; and not to his posterity, nor according to his dominion which he ruled: for his kingdom shall be plucked up, even for others beside those. 5 And the king of the south shall be strong, and one of his princes; and he shall be strong above him, and have dominion ; his dominion shall be a great dominion. 6 And in the end of years they shall join them- selves together; for the king's daughter of the south shall come to the king of the north to make an agreement: but she shall not retain the power of the arm ; neither shall he stand, nor his arm: but she shall be given up, and they that brought her, and he that begat her, and he that strengthened her in these times. 7 But out of a branch of her roots shall one stand up in his estate, which shall come with an army, and shall enter into the fortress of the king of the north, and shall deal against them, and shall prevail: 8 And shall also carry captives into Egypt 625 Conflicts between kings DANIEL, XL (11) of the north and south. their gods, with their princes, and with their precious vessels of silver and of gold ; and he shall continue more years than the king of the north. 9 So the king of the south shall come into his kingdom, and shall return into his own land. 10 But his sons shall be stirred up, and shall assemble a multitude of great forces: and one shall certainly come, and overflow, and pass through: then shall he return, and be stirred up, even to his fortress. 11 And the king of the south shall be moved with choler, and shall come forth and fight with him, even with the king of the north : and he shall set forth a great multitude; but the multitude shall be given into his hand. 12 And when he hath taken away the multi- tude, his heart shall be lifted up; and he shall cast down many ten thousands: but he shall not be strengthened by it. 13 For the king of the north shall return, and shall set forth a multitude greater than the for- mer, and shall certainly come after certain years with a great army and with much riches. 14 And in those times there shall many stand up against the king of the south: also> the robbers of thy people shall exalt themselves to establish the vision ; but they shall fall. 15 So the king of the north shall come, and cast up a mount, and take the most fenced cities: and the arms of the south shall not withstand, neither his chosen people, neither shall there be any strength to withstand. 16 But he that cometh against him shall do ac- cording to his own will, and none shall stand be- fore him: and he shall stand in the glorious land, which by his hand shall be consumed. 17 He shall also set his face to enter with the strength of his whole kingdom, and upright ones with him; thus shall he do: and he shall give him the daughter of women, corrupting her: but she shall not stand on his side, neither be for him. 18 After this shall he turn his face unto the isles, and shall take many: but a prince for ku own behalf shall cause the reproach offered by him to cease; without his own reproach he shall cause it to turn upon him. 19 Then he shall turn his face toward the fort of his own land: but he shall stumble and fall, and not be found. 20 Then shall stand up in his estate a raiser of taxes in the glory of the kingdom : but within few days he shall be destroyed, neither in anger, nor in battle. 21 And in his estate shall' stand up a vile per- son, to whom they shall not give the honour of the kingdom : but he shall come in peaceably, and obtain the kingdom by flatteries. 22 And with the arms of a flood shall they be overflown from before him, and shall be broken; yea, also the prince of the covenant. 23 And after the league made with him he shall work deceitfully: for he shall come up, and shall become strong with a small people. 24 He shall enter peaceably even upon the fat* test places of the province; and he shall do that which his fathers have not done, nor his fathers' fathers; he shall scatter among them the prey, and spoil, and riches: yea,, and he shall forecast his devices against the strong holds, even for a time. 25 And he shall stir up his power and his cour- age against the king of the south with a great army; and the king of the south shall be stirred up to battle with a very great and mighty army ; but he shall not stand : for they shall forecast de- vices against him. 26 Yea, they that feed of the portion of his meat shall destroy him, and his army shall over- flow : and many shall fall down slain. 27 And both these kings' hearts shall be to do mischief, and they shall speak lies at one table; but it shall not prosper: for yet the end shall be at the time appointed. 2S Then shall he return into his land with great riches; and his heart shall be against the holy covenant; and he shall do exploits, and re- turn to his own land. 29 At the time appointed he shall return, and come toward the south ; but it shall not be as the former, o +- 1 ^3 *^ ■ to 2 to . O — ^ o o S M si 3 g J ° 01 o3 03 £ ' m « "f o g 0> 03 ° ^ o P o The ingratitude of Israel. HOSEA, XI. (11) Ephraim's sing provoke God. 14 Therefore shall a tumult arise among thy people, and all thy fortresses shall be spoiled, as Shaiman spoiled Beth-arbel in the day of battle: the mother was dashed in pieces upon her chil- dren. 15 So shall Beth-el do unto you because of your great wickedness: in a morning shall the king of Israel utterly be cut off. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 The ingratitude of Israel unto God for his benefits. 5 His judgment. 8 God's mercy toward them. WHEN Israel was a child, then I loved him, and called my son out of Egypt. 2 As they called them, so they went from them : they sacrificed unto Baalim, and burned incense to graven images. 3 I taught Ephraim also to go, taking them by their arms ; but they knew not that I healed them. 4 I drew them with cords of a man, with bands of love: and I was to them as they that take off the yoke on their jaws, and I laid meat unto them. 5 "He shall not return into the land of Egypt, but the Assyrian shall be his king, because they refused to return. 6 And the sword shall abide on his cities, and shall consume his branches, and devour them, be- cause of their own counsels. 7 And my people are bent to» backsliding from me: though they called them to the most High, none at all would exalt him. 8 How shall I give thee up, Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee, Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I set thee as Zeboim? mine leart is turned within me, my repentings are lindled together. 9 I will not execute the fierceness of mine an- ger, I will not return to destroy Ephraim: for I am God, and not man; the Holy One in the midst of thee: and I will not enter into the city. 10 They shall walk after the Lord : he shall roar like a lion: when he shall roar, then the children shall tremble from the west. 11 They shall tremble as a bird out of Egypt, and as a dove out of the land of Assyria: and I will place them in their houses, saith the Lord. 13 Ephraim compasseth me about with lies, and the house of Israel with deceit : but Judah yet ruleth with God, and is faithful with the saints. CHAPTER XIL (12) 1 A reproof of Ephraim, Tudah, and Jacob. 3 By form- er favours he exhorteth to repentance. 7 Ephraim's sins provoke God. EPHRAIM feedeth on wind, and followeth after the east wind : he daily increaseth lies and desolation ; and they do make a covenant with the Assyrians, and oil is carried into Egypt. 2 The Lord hath also a controversy with Judah, and will punish Jacob according to his ways; ac- cording to his doings will be recompense him. 3 He took his brother by the heel in the womb, and by his strength he had power with God: 4 Yea, he had power over the angel, and pre- vailed: he wept, and made supplication unto him: he found him in Beth-el, and there he spake with us; 5 Even the Lord God of hosts; the Lord is his memorial. 6 Therefore turn thou to thy God: keep mercy and judgment, and wait on thy God continually. 7 He is a merchant, the balances of deceit are in his hand : he loveth to oppress. 8 And Ephraim said, Yet I am become rich, I have found me out substance: in all my labours they shall find none iniquity in me that were sin. 9 And I that am the Lord thy God from the land of Egypt will yet make thee to dwell in tabernacles»as in the days of the solemn feast. 10 I have also spoken by the prophets, and I have multiplied visions, and used similitudes, by the ministry of the prophets. 11 Is there iniquity in Gilead? surely they ars vanity: they sacrifice bullocks in Gilgal ; yea, their altars are as heaps in the furrows of the fields. 12 And Jacob fled into the country of Syria, and Israel served for a wife, and for a wife he kept sheep. 13 And by a prophet the Lord brought Israel out of Egypt, and by a prophet was he preserved. 14 Ephraim provoked him to anger most bit- terly: therefore shall he leave his blood upon him, and his reproach shall his Lord return unto him. CHAPTER XHI. (13) 1 Ephraim's glory, by reason of idolatry, vanisheth. 5 God's anger for their unkindness. 9 A promise of God's mercy. 15 A judgment for rebellion. WHEN Ephraim spake trembling, he exalted himself in Israel ; but when he offended in Baal, he died. 2 And now they sin more and more, and have made them molten images of their silver, and idols according to their own understanding, all of it the work of the craftsmen: they say of them, Let the men that sacrifice kiss the calves. 3 Therefore they shall be as the morning cloud, and as the early dew that passeth away, as the chaff that is driven with the whirlwind out of the floor, and as the smoke out of the chimney. 4 Yet I am the Lord thy God from the land of Egypt, and thou shalt know no god but me: for there is no saviour beside me. 5 I did know thee in the wilderness, in the land of great drought. 6 According to their pasture, so were they filled; they were filled, and their heart was ex- alted; therefore have they forgotten me. 7 Therefore I will be unto them as a lion : as a leopard by the way will I observe them: 8 I will meet them as a bear that is bereaved of her whelps, and will rend the caul of their heart, and there will I devour them like a lion: the wild beast shall tear them. 9 O Israel, thou hast destroyed thyself; but in me is thine help. 10 I will be thy king: where is any other that may save thee in all thy cities? and thy judges of whom thou saidst, Give me a king and princes? 63a Joel exhortetk to JOEL, I. (1) observe God's judgments. 11 I gave thee a king in mine anger, and took him away in my wrath. 12 The iniquity of Ephraim is bound up ; his sin is hid. 13 The sorrows of a travailing woman shall come upon him : he is an unwise son ; for he should not stay long in the place of the breaking forth of children. 14 I will ransom them from the power of the grave: I will redeem them from death: O deafly, I will be thy plagues; O grave, I will be thy de- struction: repentance shall be hid from mine eyes. 15 Though he be fruitful among his brethren, an east wind shall come, the wind of the Lord shall come up from the wilderness, and his spring shall become dry, and his fountain shall be dried up : he shall spoil the treasure of all pleasant ves- sels. 16 Samaria shall become desolate ; for she hath rebelled against her God: they shall fall by the sword: their infants shall be dashed in pieces, and their women with child shall be ripped up. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 An exhortation to repentance. 4 A promise of God's blessing. O ISRAEL, return unto the Lord thy God; for thou hast fallen by thine iniquity. 2 Take with you words, and turn to the Lord: say unto him, Take away all iniquity, and receive us graciously : so will we render the calves of our lips. 3 Asshur shall not save us; we will not ride upon horses: neither will we say any more to the work of our hands, Ye are our gods: for in thee the fatherless findeth mercy. 4 I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely: for mine anger is turned away from him. 5 1 will be as the dew unto Israel : he shall grow as tke lily, and cast forth his roots as Leb- anon. 6 His branches shall spread, and his beauty shall be as the olive tree, and his smell as Leb- anon. 7 They that dwell under his shadow shall re- turn; they shall revive as the corn, and grow as the vine: the scent thereof shall be as the wine of Lebanon. 8 Ephraim shall say, What have I to do any more with idols ? I have heard him, and observed him: I am like a green fir tree. From me is thy fruit found. 9 Who is wise, and he shall understand these things? prudent, and he shaU know them? for the ways of the Lord are right, and the just shall walk in them: but the transgressors shall fall therein. Joel. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Joel, declaring sundry judgments of God, exhorteth to observe tbem, 8 and to mourn. 14 He prescribeth a fast for complaint. THE word of the Lord that came to Joel the son of Pethuel. 2 Hear this, ye old men, and give ear, all ye in- habitants of the land. Hath this been in your days, or even in the days of your fathers? 3 Tell ye your children of it, and let your children tell their children, and their children an- other generation. 4 That which the palmerworm hath left hath the locust eaten ; and that which the locust hath left hath the cankerworm eaten; and that which the cankerworm hath left hath the caterpiller eaten. 5 Awake, ye drunkards, and weep; and howl, all ye drinkers of wine, because of the new wine;' for it is cut off from your mouth. 6 For a nation is come up upon my land, strong, and without number, whose teeth are the teeth dlf a lion, and he hath the cheek teeth of a great lion. 7 He hath laid my vine waste, and barked my fig tree: he hath made it clean bare, and cast it away; the branches thereof are made white. 8 Lament like a virgin girded with sackcloth for the husband of her youth. 9 The meat offering and the drink offering is cut off from the house of the Lord ; the priests, the Lord's ministers, mourn. 10 The field is wasted, the land mourneth; for the corn is wasted : the new wine is dried up, the oil languisheth. 11 Be ye ashamed, O ye husbandmen ; howl, O ye vinedressers, for the wheat and for the barley ; because the harvest of the field is perished. 12 The vine is dried up, and the fig tree languisheth; the pomegranate tree, the palm tree also, and the apple tree, even all the trees of the field, are withered: because joy is withered away from the sons of men. 13 Gird yourselves, and lament, ye priests: howl ye ministers of the altar: come, lie all night in sackcloth, ye ministers of my God : for the meat offering and the drink offering is withholden from the house of your God. 14 Sanctify ye a fast, call a solemn assembly, gather the elders and all the inhabitants of the land into the house of the Lord your God, and cry unto the Lord, 15 Alas for the day! for the day of the Lord is at hand, and as a destruction from the Almighty shall it come. 16 Is not the meat cut off before our eyes, yea, joy and gladness from the house of our God? 17 The seed is rotten under their clods, the gar-< ners are laid desolate, the barns are broken down ; for the corn is withered. 18 How do the beasts groan ! the herds of cat j tie are perplexed, because they have no pasture; yea, the flocks of sheep are made desolate. 633 God' a terrible judgments. JOEL, II. (2) Zion is comforted. 19 O Lord, to thee will I cry: for the fire hath devoured the pastures of the wilderness, and the flame hath burned all the trees of the field. 20 The beasts of the field cry also unto thee: for the rivers of waters are dried up, and the fire hath devoured the pastures of the wilderness. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Ho she-weth unto Zion the terribleness of God's judg- ment. 12 He exhorteth to repentance, 15 prescribeth a fast, 18 promiseth a blessing thereon. 21 He com- forteth Zion with present, 28 and future blessings. BLOW ye the trumpet in Zion, and sound an alarm in my holy mountain: let all the in- habitants of the land tremble: for the day of the Lord cometh, for it is nigh at hand : 2 A day of darkness and of gloominess, a day of clouds and of thick darkness, as the morning spread upon the mountains: a great people and a strong; there hath not been ever the like, neither shall be any more after it, even to the years of many generations. 3 A fire devoureth before them; and behind them a flame burnetii: the land is as tbe garden of Eden before them, and behind them a. desolate wilderness; yea, and nothing shall escape them. 4 The appearance of them is as the appearance of horses; and as horsemen, so shall they run. 5 Like the noise of chariots on the tops of mountains shall they leap, like the noise of a flame of Are that devoureth the stubble, as a strong people set in battle array. 6 Before their face the people shall be much pained : all faces shall gather blackness. 7 They shall run like mighty men; they shall climb the wall like men of war; and they shall march every one on his ways, and they shall not break their ranks: 8 Neither shall one thrust another; they shall walk every one in his path: and when they fall upon the sword, they shall not be wounded. 9 They shall run to 1 and fro in the city; they shall run upon the wall, they shall climb up upon the houses ; they shall enter in at the windows like a thief. 10 The earth shall quake before them; the heavens shall tremble: the sun and the moon shall be dark, and the stars shall withdraw their shin- ing: 11 And the Lord shall utter his voice before his army: for his camp is very great: for he is strong that executeth bis word: for the day of the Lord is great and very terrible; and who can abide it? 12 Therefore also now, saith the Lord, turn ye even to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning. 13 And rend your heart, and not your garments, and turn unto the Lord your God: for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repenteth him of the evil. 14 Who knoweth if he will return and repent, and leave a blessing behind him; even a meat of- fering and a drink offering unto the Lord your God? 15 Blow the trumpet in Zion, sanctify a fast, call a solemn assembly: 16 Gather the people, sanctify the congrega- tion, assemble the elders, gather the children, and those that suck the breasts : let the bridegroom go forth of his chamber, and the bride out of her closet. 17 Let the priests, the ministers of the Lord, weep between the porch and the altar, and let them say, Spare thy people, O Lord, and give not thine heritage to reproach, that the heathen should rule over them : wherefore should they say among the people, Where is their God? 18 Then will the Lord be jealous for his land, and pity his people. 19 Yea, the Lord will answer and say unto his people, Behold, I will send you corn, and wine, and oil, and ye shall be satisfied therewith: and I will no more make you a reproach among the heathen: 20 But I will remove far off from you the north- ern army, and will drive him into a land barren and desolate, with his face toward the east sea, and his hinder part toward the utmost sea, and his stink shall come up, and his ill savour shall come up, because he hath done great things. 21 Fear not, O land; be glad and rejoice: for the Lord will do great things. 22 Be not afraid, ye beasts of the field : for the pastures of the wilderness do spring, for the tree beareth her fruit, the fig tree and the vine do yield their strength. 23 Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and re- joice in the Lord your God: for he hath given you the former rain moderately, and he will cause to come down for you the rain, the former rain, and the latter rain in the first month. 24 And the floors shall be full of wheat, and the fats shall overflow with wine and oil. 25 And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the cater- piller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. 26 And ye shall eat in plenty, and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God, that hath dealt wondrously with you: and my people shall never be ashamed. 27 And ye shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I am the Lord your God, and none else: and my people shall never be ashamed. 28 And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions : 29 And also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit. 30 And I will shew wonders in the heavens and in the earth, blood, and fire, and pillars of smoke. 31 The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the great and the ter- rible day of the Lord come. 32 And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be de- livered : for in mount Zion and in Jerusalem shall 634 APPLE MERCHANT. (Joel 3,19). Trading is much practiced by Egyptians. You can stand on ifthe Nile bridge and see those living in the rural districts coming in with their donkeys and camels, with all kinds of vegetables and fresh hay. Here, too, are to be seen, flower sellers with immense bunches of flowers, water carriers bearing skins of water, lemonade peddlers and apple merchants, all going in to made an exchange of their goods for money, or supplies of a different nature. The scene we give above is a very common one in the streets of Cairo. The peddler carries a basket on his shoulder and a pair of scales in his hand, containing the fruit which he peddles from house to house, selling small or large weight, just as he can. In this way he obtains employment if but little profit. God will be known AMOS, I. (1) in his judgments. be deliverance, as the Lord hath said, and in the remnant whom the Lord shall call. CHAPTER in. (3) 1 God's judgments against the enemies of his people. 9 God will be known in his judgment 18 His bless- ing upon the church. FOR, behold, in those days, and in that time, when I shall bring again the captivity of Judah and Jerusalem, 2 I will also gather all nations, and will bring them down into the valley of Jehoshaphat, and will plead with them there for my people and for my heritage Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations^ and parted my land. 3 And they have cast lots for my people; and have given a boy for an harlot, and sold a girl for wine, that they might drink. 4 Yea, and what have ye to do with me, O Tyre, and Zidon, and all the coasts of Palestine? will ye render me a recompence? and if ye recompense me, swiftly and speedily will I return your recom- pence upon your own head; 5 Because ye have taken my silver and my gold, and have carried into your temples my good- ly pleasant things: 6 The children also of Judah and the children of Jerusalem have ye sold unto the Grecians, that ye might remove them far from their border. 7 Behold, I will raise them out of the place whither ye have sold them, and will return your recompence upon your own head: 8 And I will sell your sons and your daughters into the hand of the children of Judah, and they shall sell them to the Sabeans, to a people far off: for the Lord hath spoken it. 9 Proclaim ye this among the Gentiles; Pre- pare war, wake up the mighty men, let all the men of war draw near; let them come up: 10 Beat your plowshares into swords, and your pruninghooks into spears: let the weak say, I am strong. 11 Assemble yourselves, and come, all ye heathen, and gather yourselves together round about: thither cause thy mighty ones to come down, O Lord. 12 Let the heathen be wakened, and come up to the valley of Jehoshaphat: for there will I sit to judge all the heathen round about. 13 Put ye in the sickle, for the harvest is ripe: come, get you down; for the press is full, the fats overflow ; for their wickedness is great. 14 Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of de- cision : for the day of the Lord is near in the valley of decision. 15 The sun and the moon shall be darkened, and the stars shall withdraw their shining. 16 The Lord also shall roar out of Zion, and ut- ter his voice from Jerusalem ; and the heavens and the earth shall shake: but the Lord will be the hope of his people, and the strength of the chil- dren of Israel. 17 So shall ye know that I am the Lord your God dwelling in Zion, my holy mountain: then shall Jerusalem be holy, and there shall no stran- gers pass through her any more. 18 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the mountains shall drop down new wine, and the hills shall flow with milk, and all the rivers of Ju- dah shall flow with waters, and a fountain shall come forth of the house of the Lord, and shall water the valley of Shittim. 19 Egypt shall be a desolation, and Edom shall be a desolate wilderness, for the violence against the children of Judah, because they have shed in- nocent blood in their land. 20 But Judah shall dwell for ever, and Jeru- salem from generation to generation. 21 For I will cleanse their blood that I have not cleansed: for the Lord dwelleth in Zion. Amos. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Amos sheweth God's judgment upon Syria, 6 upon the Philistines, 9 upon Tyrus, 11 upon Edom, 13 upon Ammon. THE words of Amos, who was among the herdmen of Tekoa, which he saw concerning Israel in the days of Uzziah king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash king of Israel, two years before the earthquake. 2 And he said, The Lord will roar from Zion, and utter his voice from Jerusalem ; and the habi- tations of the shepherds shall mourn, and the top of Carmel shall wither. 3 Thus saith the Lord; For three transgres- sions of Damascus, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they have threshed Gilead with threshing instruments of iron 3 4 But- F will send a fire into the house of Ha- zael, which shall devour the palaces of Ben-hadad. 5 I will break also the bar of Damascus, and cut off the inhabitant from the plain of Aven, and him that holdeth the sceptre from the house of Eden: and the people of Syria shall go into cap- tivity unto Kir, saith the Lord. 6 Thus saith the Lord; For three transgres- sions of Gaza, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they carried away captive the whole captivity, to deliver them up to Edom: 7 But I will send a fire on the wall of Gaza, which shall devour the palaces thereof: 8 And I will cut off the inhabitant from Ash- dod, and him that holdeth the sceptre from Ash- kelon, and I will turn mine hand against Ekron: and the remnant of the Philistines shall perish, saith the Lord God. 9 Thus saith the Lord; For three transgres- 635 God's wrath against Moab, AMOS, II. (2) Juduh, and Israel. sions of Tyrus, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they delivered up the whole captivity to Edoni, and remembered not the brotherly covenant: 10 But I will send a fire on the wall of Tyrus, which shall devour the palaces thereof. 11 Thus saith the Lord; For three transgres- sions of Edom, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because he did pursue his brother with the sword, and did cast off all pity, and his anger did tear perpetually, and he kept his wrath for ever: 12 But I will send a fire upon Teman, which shall devour the palaces of Bozrah. 13 Thus saith the Lord; For three transgres- sions of the children of Ammon, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; be- cause they have ripped up the women with child of Gilead, that they might enlarge their border: 14 But I will kindle a fire in the wall of Kab- bah, and it shall devour the palaces thereof, with shouting in the day of battle, with a tempest in the day of the whirlwind: 15 And their king shall go into captivity, he and his princes together, saith the Lord. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 God's wrath against Moab, 4 upon Judah, 6 and upon Israel. 9 God complaineth of their unthankfulness. THUS saith the Lord; For three transgres- sions of Moab, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because he burned the bones of the king of Edom into lime: 2 But I will send a fire upon Moab, and it shall devour the palaces of Kirioth: and Moab shall die with tumult, with shouting, and with the sound of the trumpet: 3 And I will cut off the judge from the midst thereof, and will slay all the princes thereof with him, saith the Lord. 4 Thus saith the Lord; For three transgres- sions of Judah, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they have de- spised the law of the Lord, and have not kept his commandments, and their lies caused them to err, after the which their fathers have walked : 5 But I will send a fire upon Judah, and it shall devour the palaces of Jerusalem. 6 Thus saith the Lord; For three transgres- sions of Israel, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they sold the righteous for silver, and the poor for a pair of shoes ; 7 That pant after the dust of the earth on the head of the poor, and turn aside the way of the meek: and a man and his father will go in unto the same maid, to profane my holy name: 8 And they lay themselves down upon clothes laid to pledge by every altar, and they drink the wine of the condemned in the house of their god. 9 Yet destroyed I the Amorite before them, whose height was like the height of the cedars, and he was strong as the oaks: yet I destroyed his fruit from above, and his roots from beneath. 10 Also I brought you up from the land of Egypt, and led you forty years through the wil- derness, to possess the land of the Amorite. 11 And I raised up of your sons for prophets, and of 3 r our young men for Nazarites. Is it not even thus, O ye children of Israel? saith the Lord. 12 But ye gave the Nazarites wine to drink; and commanded the prophets, saying, Prophesy not. 13 Behold, I am pressed under you, as a cart is pressed that is full of sheaves. 14 Therefore the flight shall perish from the swift, and the strong shall not strengthen his force, neither shall the mighty deliver himself: 15 Neither shall he stand that handleth the bow ; and he that is swift of foot shall not deliver himself: neither shall he that rideth the horse de- liver himself. 16 And he that is courageous among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day, saith the Lord. CHAPTER in. (3) 1 The necessity of God's judgment against Israel. 9 The publication, of it, with the causes thereof. HEAR this word that the Lord hath spoken against you, O children of Israel, against the whole family which I brought up from the land of Egypt, saying, 2 You only have I known of all the families of the earth : therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities. 3 Can two walk together, except they be agreed? 4 Will a lion roar in the forest, when he hath no prey? will a young lion cry out of his den, if he have taken nothing? 5 Can a bird fall in a snare upon the earth, where no gin is for him? shall one take up a snare from the earth, and have taken nothing at all? 6 Shall a trumpet be blown in the city, and the people not be afraid? shall there be evil in a city, and the Lord hath not done it? 7 Surely the Lord God will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets. 8 The lion hath roared, who will not fear? the Lord God hath spoken, who can but prophesy? 9 Publish in the palaces at Ashdod, and in the palaces in the land of Egypt, and say, Assemble yourselves upon the mountains of Samaria, and behold the great tumults in the midst thereof, and the oppressed in the midst thereof. 10 For they know not to do right, saith the Lord, who store up violence and robbery in their palaces. 11 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; An ad- versary there shall be even round about the land; and he shall bring down thy strength from thee, and thy palaces shall be spoiled. 12 Thus saith the Lord; As the shepherd taketh out of the mouth of the lion two legs, or a piece of an ear; so shall the children of Israel be taken out that dwell in Samaria in the corner of 636 m He reproveth Israel. AMOS, IV. (4) Exhortation to repentance. H a bed, and in Damascus in a couchi. 13 Hear ye, and testify in the house of Jacob, saith the Lord God, the God of hosts, 14 That in the day that I shall visit the trans- gressions of Israel upon him I will also visit the altars of Beth-el : and the horns of the altar shall be cut off, and fall to the ground. 15 And I will smite the winter house with the summer house; and the houses of ivory shall perish, and the great houses shall have an end, saith the Lord. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 He reproveth Israel for oppression, 4 for idolatry, G and for their incorrigibleness. EAR this word, ye kine of Bashan, that are in the mountain of Samaria, which oppress the poor, which crush the needy, which say to their masters, Bring, and let us drink. 2 The Lord God hath sworn by his holiness, that, lo, the days shall come upon you, that he will take you away with hooks, and your posterity with fishhooks. 3 And ye shall go out at the breaches, every cow at that which is before her! and ye shall cast them into the palace, saith the Lord. 4 Come to Beth-el, and transgress; at Gilgal multiply transgression; and bring your sacrifices every morning, and your tithes after three years : 5 And offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving with leaven, and proclaim and publish the free offer- ings: for this liketh you, O ye children of Israel, saith the Lord God. C And I also have given you cleanness of teeth in all your cities, and want of bread in all your places: yet have ye not returned unto me, saith the Lord. 7 And also I have withholden the rain from you, when there were yet three months to the harvest : and I caused it to rain upon one city, and caused it not to rain upon another city: one piece was rained upon, and the piece whereupon it rained not withered. 8 So two or three cities wandered unto one city, to drink Water; but .they were not satisfied: yet have ye not returned unto me, saith the Lord. 9 I have smitten you with blasting and mil- dew: when your gardens and your vineyards and your fig trees and your olive trees increased, the palmerworm devoured them: yet have ye not re- turned unto me, saith the Lord. 10 I have sent among you the pestilence after the manner of Egypt: your young men have I slain with the sword, and have taken away your horses; and I have made the stink of your camps to come up unto your nostrils: yet have ye not returned unto me, saith the Lord. 11 I have overthrown some of you, as God over- threw Sodom and Gomorrah, and ye were as a firebrand plucked out of the burning: yet have ye not returned unto me, saith the Lord. 12 Therefore thus will I do unto thee, O Israel : and because I will do this unto thee, prepare to meet thy God, O Israel. 13 For, lo, he that formeth the mountains, and createth the wind, and declareth unto man what is his thought, that maketh the morning dark- ness, and treadeth upon the high places of the earth, The Lord, The God of hosts, is his name. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 A lamentation for Israel. 4 An exhortation for repent- ance. 21 God rejecteth their hypocritical service. HEAR ye this word which I take up against you, even a lamentation, O house of Israel. 2 The virgin of Israel is fallen; she shall no more rise : she is forsaken upon her land ; there is none to raise her up. 3 For thus saith the Lord God; The city that went out by a thousand shall leave an hundred, and that which went forth by an hundred shall leave ten, to the honse of Israel. 4 For thus saith the Lord unto the house of Israel, Seek ye me, and ye shall live : 5 But seek not Beth-el, nor enter into Gilgal, and pass not to Beer-sheba: for Gilgal shall surely go into captivity, and Beth-el shall come to nought. 6 Seek the Lord, and ye shall live; lest he break out like fire in the house of Joseph, and devour it, and there be none to quench it in Beth-el. 7 Ye who turn judgment to wormwood, and leave off righteousness in the earth, '8 Seek him that maketh the seven stars and Orion, and turneth the shadow of death into the morning, and maketh the day dark with night: that calleth for the waters of the sea, and poureth them out upon the face of the earth: The Lord is his name: 9 That strengtheneth the spoiled against the strong, so that the spoiled shall come against the fortress. 10 They hate him that rebuketh in the gate, and they abhor him that speaketh uprightly. 11 Forasmuch therefore as your treading is upon the poor, and ye take from him burdens of wheat: ye have built houses of hewn stone, but ye shall not dwell in them ; ye have planted pleasant vineyards, but ye shall not drink wine of them. 12 For I know your manifold transgressions and your mighty sins: they afflict the just, they take a bribe, and they turn aside the poor in the gate from their right. 13 Therefore the prudent shall keep silence in that time ; for it is an evil time. 14 Seek good, and not evil, that ye may live: and so the Lord, the God of hosts, shall be with you, as ye have spoken. 15 Hate the evil, and love the good, and estab- lish judgment in the gate : it may be that the Lord God of hosts will be gracious unto the remnant of Joseph. 16 Therefore the Lord, the God of hosts, the Lord, saith thus*; Wailing shall be in all streets; and they shall say in all the highways, Alas! alas! and they shall call the husbandman to mourning, and such as are skilful of lamentation to wailing. 17 And in all vineyards shall be wailing: for I will pass through thee, saith the Lord. 637 Israel's hypocritical service. AMOS, VI. (6) Judgment of the grasshoppers. 18 Woe unto you that desire the day of the Lord! to what end is it for you? the day of the Lord is darkness, and not light 19 As if a man did flee from a lion, and a bear met him; or went into the house, and leaned his hand on the wall, and a serpent bit him. 20 Shall not the day of the Lord be darkness, and not light? even very dark, and no brightness in it? 21 I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. 22 Though ye offer me burnt offerings and your meat offerings, I will not accept them: neither will I regard the peace offerings of your fat beasts. 23 Take thou away from me the noise of thy songs; for I will not hear the melody of thy viols. 24 But let judgment run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream. 25 Have ye offered unto me sacrifices and offer- ings in the wilderness forty years, O house of Is- rael? 26 But ye have borne the tabernacle of your Moloch and Chiun your images, the star of your god, which ye made to yourselves. 27 Therefore will I cause you to go into cap- tivity beyond Damascus, saith the Lord, whose name is The God of hosts. CHAPTER. VI. (6) 1 The wantonness of Israel, 7 shall be plagued with desolation, 12 and their incorrigibleness. WOE to them that are at ease in Zion, and trust in the mountain of Samaria, which are named chief of the nations, to whom the house of Israel came ! 2 Pass ye unto Calneh, and see; and from thence go ye to Hamath the great: then go down to Gath of the Philistines: be they better than these kingdoms? or their border greater than your border? 3 Ye that put far away the evil day, and cause the seat of violence to come near; 4 That lie upon beds of ivory, and stretch them- selves upon their couches, and eat the lambs out of the flock, and the calves out of the midst of the stall ; 5 That chant to the sound of the viol, and in- vent to themselves instruments of musick, like David ; 6 That drink wine in bowls, and anoint them- selves with the chief ointments: but they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph. 7 Therefore now shall they go captive with the first that go captive, and the banquet of them that stretched themselves shall be removed. 8 The Lord God hath sworn by himself, saith the Lord the God of hosts, I abhor the excellency of Jacob, and hate his palaces: therefore will I deliver up the city with all that is therein. 9 And it shall come to pass, if there remain ten men in one house, that thev shall die. 10 And a man's uncle shall take him ut>, and he that burnetii him, to brins; out the bones out of the house, and shall say unto him that is by the sides of the house, Is there yet any with thee? and he shall say, No. Then shall he say, Hold thy tongue: for we may not make mention of the name of the Lord. 11 For, behold, the Lord commandeth, and he will smite the great house with breaches, and the little house with clefts. 12 Shall horses run upon the rock? will one plow there with oxen? for ye have turned judg- ment into gall, and the fruit of righteousness into hemlock: 13 Ye which rejoice in a thing of nought, which say, Have we not taken to us horns by our own strength? 14 But, behold, I will raise up against you a nation, O house of Israel, saith the Lord the God of hosts ; and they shall afflict you from the enter- ing in of Hemath unto the river of the wilderness. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 The judgments of the grasshoppers, 4 and of the fire, are diverted by the prayer of Amos. 7 By the wall of a plumbline is signified the rejection of Israel. lO'Ama- ziah coinplaineth of Amos. 14 Amos sheweth his call- ing, 16 and Amaziah's judgment. THUS hath the Lord God shewed unto me; and, behold, he formed grasshoppers in the beginning of the shooting up of the latter growth ; and, lo, it was the latter growth after the king's mowings. 2 And it came to pass, that when they had made an end of eating the grass of the land, then I said, O Lord God, forgive, I beseech thee: by whom shall Jacob arise? for he is small. 3 The Lord repented for this: It shall not be, saith the Lord. 4 Thus hath the Lord God shewed unto me: and, behold, the Lord God called to contend by fire, and it devoured the great deep, and did eat up a part. 5 Then said I, O Lord God, cease, I beseech thee: by whom shall Jacob arise? for he is small. 6 The Lord repented for this: This also shall not be, saith the Lord God. 7 Thus he shewed me: and, behold, the Lord stood upon a wall made by a plumbline, with a plumbline in his hand. 8 And the Lord said unto me, Amos, what seest thou? And I said, A plumbline. Then said the Lord, Behold, I will set a plumbline in the midst of my people Israel : I will not again pass by them any more: 9 And the high places of Isaac shall be deso- late, and the sanctuaries of Israel shall be laid waste; and I will rise against the house of Jero- boam with the sword. 10 Then Amaziah the priest of Beth-el sent to Jeroboam king of Israel, saying, Amos hath con- spired against thee in the midst of the house of Israel: the land is not able to bear all his words. 11 For thus Amos saith, Jeroboam shall die by the sword, and Israel shall surely be led away captive out of their own land. 12 Also Amaziah said unto Amos, O thou seer, go, flee thee away into the land of Judah, and there eat bread, and prophesy there : 638 Famine of the word threatened. AMOS, VIII. (8) Certainty of Israel's desolation. 13 But prophesy not again any more at Beth- el : for it is the king's chapel, and it is the king's court. 14 Then answered Amos, and said to Amaziah, I was no prophet, neither was la prophet's son; hut I was an herdman, and a gatherer of sycomore fruit: 15 And the Lord took me as I followed the flock, and the Lord said unto me, Go, prophesy unto my people Israel. 16 Now therefore hear thou the word of the Lord: Thou sayest, Prophesy not against Israel, and drop not thy word against the house of Isaac. 17 Therefore, thus saith the Lord ; Thy wife shall he an harlot in the city, and thy sons and thy daughters shall fall by the sword, and thy land shall be divided by line; and thou shalt die in a polluted land : and Israel shall surely go into captivity forth of his land. CHAPTER VIII. (8) 1 By a basket of summer fruit is shewed the propin- quity of Israel's end. 4 Oppression is reproved. 11 A famine of the word threatened. THUS hath the Lord God shewed unto me: and behold a basket of summer fruit. 2 And he said, Amos, what seest thou? And I said, A basket of summer fruit. Then said the Lord unto me, The end is come upon my people of Israel ; I will not again pass by them any more. 3 And the songs of the temple shall be howl- ings in that day, saith the Lord God: there shall be many dead bodies in every place; they shall cast them forth with silence. 4 Hear this, O ye that swallow up the needy, even to make the poor of the land to fail, 5 Saying, When will the new moon be gone, that we may sell corn? and the sabbath, that we may set forth wheat, making the ephah small, and the shekel great, and falsifying the balances by deceit? 6 That we may buy the poor for silver, and the needy for a pair of shoes; yea, and sell the refuse of the wheat? 7 The Lord hath sworn by the excellency of Jacob, Surely I will never forget any of their works. 8 Shall not the land tremble for this, and every one mourn that dwelleth therein? and it shall rise up wholly as a flood; and it shall be cast out and drowned, as by the flood of Egypt. 9 And it shall come to pass in that day, saith the Lord God, that I will cause the sun to go down at noon, and I will darken the earth in the clear day: 10 And I will turn your feasts into mourning, and all your songs into lamentation; and I will bring up sackcloth upon all loins, and baldness upon every head ; and I will make it as the mourn- ing of an only son, and the end thereof as a bit- ter day. 11 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord God, that I will send a famine in the land, not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but of hearing the words of the Lord : 12 And they shall wander from sea to sea, and from the north even to the east, they shall run to and fro to seek the word of the Lord, and shall not find it. 13 In that day shall the fair virgins and young men faint for thirst. 14 They that swear by the sin of Samaria, and say, Thy god, O Dan, liveth; and, The manner of Beer-sheba liveth; even they shall fall, and never rise up again. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 The certainty of the desolation. 11 The restoring of the tabernacle of David. I SAW the Lord standing upon the altar : and he said, Smite the lintel of the door, that the posts may shake: and cut them in the head, all of them; and I will slay the last of them with the sword; he that fleeth of them shall not flee away, and he that escapeth of them shall not be de- livered. 2 Though they dig into hell, thence shall mine hand take them; though they climb up to heaven, thence will I bring them down : 3 And though they hide themselves in the top of Carmel, I will search and take them out thence ; and though they be hid from my sight in the bot- tom of the sea, thence will I command the ser- pent, and he shall bite them : 4 And though they go into captivity before their enemies, thence will I command the sword, and it shall slay them: and I will set mine eyes upon them for evil, and not for good. 5 And the Lord God of hosts is he that touch- eth the land, and it shall melt, and all that dwell therein shall mourn: and it shall rise up wholly like a flood; and shall be drowned, as by the flood of Egypt. 6 It is he that buildeth his stories in the heaven, and hath founded his troop in the earth; he that calleth for the waters of the sea, and poureth them out upon the face of the earth: The Lord is his name. 7 Are ye not as children of the Ethiopians unto me, O children of Israel? saith the Lord. Have not I brought up Israel out of the land of Egypt? and the Philistines from Caphtor, and the Syrians from Kir? 8 Behold, the eyes of the Lord God are upon the sinful kingdom, and I will destroy it from off the face of the earth; saving that I will not ut- terly destroy the house of Jacob, saith the Lord. 9 For, lo, I will command, and I will sift the house of Israel among all nations, like as corn is sifted in a sieve, yet shall not the least grain fall upon the earth. 10 All the sinners of my people shall die by the sword, which say, The evil shall not overtake nor prevent us. 11 In that day will I raise up the tabernacle of David that is fallen, and close up the breaches thereof; and I will raise up his ruins, and I will build it as in the days of old: 12 That they may possess the remnant of Edom, and of all the heathen, which are called by mv name, saith the Lord that doeth this. 639 *2U a"* 5 (0 ,• - -^ — ■ S -y aj © ,— T 03 rj CO feS 1-1 -E CS cp ,a O « 4> +- v - > 4> eS 4 o 41 .2 -art*- 1 " 3 f rt aa ■a o5 p * OS. *■" 4) "3 co *j w "S 4) •— — ft 4) a lis* co ■a- 1; >> £ _ fl tc rrt +3^3 u D d) o 35 C3 Is- 4) 53 O "S a s+j 2 th s rt aw ^*4.3 •3 a a 2 os 03 S "Z -° fl S co a •° OJ O k> 3 >-, a t, "O os HdSS 11 >*? : a 02 4>a.2 H Elflcjfi ►S ^a o3 . I "^_, oa Ss M C^ 03 r3 q_i tn t, cS n f" m a 3h «> gc Destruction of Edom. OBADIAH. Salvation and victory of Jacob. ''1 13 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that the plowman shall overtake the reaper, and the treader of grapes him that soweth seed ; and the mountains shall drop sweet wine, and all the hills shall melt. 14 And I will bring again the captivity of my people of Israel, and they shall build the waste cities, and inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, and drink the wine thereof; they shall also make gardens, and eat the fruit of them. 15 And I will plant them upon their land, and they shall no more be pulled up out of their land which I have given them, saith the Lord thy God. OBADIAH. 1 The destruction of Edom, 3 for their pride, 10 and for their wrong unto Jacob. 17 The salvation and victory of Jacob. THE vision of Obadiah. Thus saith the Lord God concerning Edom; We have heard a rumour from the Lord, and an ambassador is sent among the heathen, Arise ye, and let us rise up against her in battle. 2 Behold, I have made thee small among the heathen: thou art greatly despised. 3 The pride of thine heart hath deceived thee, thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, whose habitation is high; that saith in his heart, "Who shall bring me down to the ground? 4 Though thou exait thyself as the eagle, and though thou set thy nest among the stars, thence will I bring thee down, saith the Lord. 5 If thieves came to thee, if robbers by night, (how art thou cut off !) would they not have stolen till they had enough? if the grapegatherers came to thee, would they not leave some grapes? 6 How are the things of Esau searched out! how are his hidden things sought up ! 7 All the men of thy confederacy have brought thee even to the border: the men that were at peace with thee have deceived thee, and prevailed against thee; they that eat thy bread have laid a wound under thee: there is none understanding in him. 8 Shall I not in that day, saith the Lord, even destroy the wise men out of Edom, and under- standing out of the mount of Esau? 9 And thy mighty men, O Teman, shall be dis- mayed, to the end that every one of the mount of Esau may be cut off by slaughter. 10 For thy violence against thy brother Jacob shame shall cover thee, and thou'shalt be cut off for ever. _ 11 In the day that thou stoodest on the other side, in the day that the strangers carried away captive his forces, and foreigners entered into his gates, and cast lots upon Jerusalem, even thou wast as one of them. 12 But thou shouldest not have looked on the day of thy brother in the day that he became a stranger; neither shouldest thou have rejoiced over the children of Judah in the day of their de- struction; neither shouldest thou have spoken proudly in the day of distress. 13 Thou shouldest not have entered into the gate of my people in the day of their calamity; yea, thou shouldest not have looked on their afflic- tion in the day of their calamity, nor have laid hands on their substance in the day of their calamity; ■14 Neither shouldest thou have stood in the crossway, to cut off those of his that did escape ; neither shouldest thou have delivered up those of his that did remain in the day of distress. 15 For the day of the Lord is near upon all the heathen : as thou hast done, it shall be done unto thee: thy reward shall return upon thine own head. 16 For as ye have drunk upon my holy mount- ain, so shall all the heathen drink continually, yea, they shall drink, and they shall swallow down, and they shall be as though they had not been. 17 But upon mount Zion shall be deliverance, and there shall be holiness; and the house of Jacob shall possess their possessions. 18 And the house of Jacob shall be a fire, and the house of Joseph a flame, and the house of Esau for stubble, and they shall kindle in them, and devour them; and there shall not be any re- maining of the house of Esau; for the Lord hath spoken it. 19 And they of the south shall possess the mount of Esau; and they of the plain the Philis- tines: and they shall possess the fields of Eph- raim, and the fields of Samaria: and Benjamin shall possess Gilead. 20 And the captivity of this host of the children of Israel shall possess that of the Canaanites, even unto Zarephath; and the captivity of Jerusalem, which is in Sepharad, shall possess the cities of the south. 21 And saviours shall come up on mount Zion to judge the mount of Esau; and the kingdom shall be the Lord's. Jonah. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Jonah, sent to Nineveh, fleeth to Tarshish. 4 He is bewrayed by a tempest, 11 thrown into the sea, 17 and swallowed by a fish. "jVTOW the word of the Lord came unto Jonah -^ the son of Amittai, saying, 2 Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry against it; for their wickedness is come up be- fore me. 3 But Jonah rose up to flee unto Tarshish from the presence of the Lord, and went down to Jop- 640 2 , o>» ©•§5 ^ s*-i ^ w a> o © o *s p — ■^ s © si *.§s§ ,a ** o a "^ SR a) ,3 2-2-Op Sg-S* ■£"«& o >,«o ■""•(* O _, O Oj U P +■> o, 0) eo 5? o tu "rt 4-i Ml > P oj P .. p pt-a O) CO 03 *© £' rt S ° 2 © =8 £i© a ■!-> SO ■ +-> >d o3 a a p-5 =al°S P 3 ^3 « •2.P .P •■* CO . s-i co fl oj P O oj A oj 03 rti co«j g^ a §S . o3 P 73 a F 1 ™ o o u oo ^. 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But Jonah was gone down into the sides of the ship; and he lay, and was fast asleep. 6 So the shipmaster came to him, and said unto him, What meanest thou, O sleeper? arise, call upon thy God, if so be that God will think upon us, that we perish not. 7 And they said every one to his fellow, Come, and let us cast lots, that we may know for whose cause this evil is upon us. So they cast lots, and the lot fell upon Jonah. 8 Then said they unto him, Tell us, we pray thee, for whose cause this evil is upon us; What is thine occupation? and whence comest thou? what is thy country? and of what people art thou? 9 And he said unto them, I am an Hebrew ; and I fear the Lord, the God of heaven, which hath made the sea and the dry land. 10 Then were the men exceedingly afraid, and said unto him, Why hast thou done this? For the men knew that he fled from the presence of the Lord, because he had told them. 11 Then said they unto him, What shall we do unto thee, that the sea may be calm unto us? for the sea wrought, and was tempestuous. 12 And he said unto them, Take me up, and cast me forth into the sea; so shall the sea be calm unto you : for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you. 13 Nevertheless the men rowed hard to bring it to the land; but they could not: for the sea wrought, and was tempestuous against them. 14 Wherefore they cried unto the Lord, and said, We beseech thee, O Lord, we beseech thee, let us not perish for this man's life, and lay not upon us innocent blood: for thou, O Lord, hast done as it pleased thee. 15 So they took up Jonah, and cast him forth into the sea: and the sea ceased from her raging. 16 Then the men feared the Lord exceedingly, and offered a sacrifice unto the Lord, and made vows. 17 Now the Lord had prepared a great fish to swallow up Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three nights. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 The prayer of Jonah. 10 He is delivered from the fish. THEN Jonah prayed unto the Lord his God out of the fish's belly, 2 And said, I cried by reason of mine affliction unto the Lord, and he heard me; out of the belly of hell cried I, and thou heardest my voice. 3 For thou hadst cast me into the deep, in the midst of the seas; and the floods compassed me about: all thy billows and thy waves passed over me. 4 Then I said, I am cast out of thy sight; yet I will look again toward thy holy temple. 5 The waters compassed me about, even to the soul : the depth closed me round about, the weeds were wrapped about my head. 6 I went down to the bottoms of the mount- ains; the earth with her bars was about me for ever: yet hast thou brought up my life from cor- ruption, O Lord my God. 7 When my soul fainted within me I remem- bered the Lord: and my prayer came in unto thee, into thine holy temple. 8 They that observe lying vanities forsake their own mercy. 9 But I will sacrifice unto thee with the voice of thanksgiving; I will pay that that I have vowed. Salvation is of the Lord. 10 And the Lord spake unto the fish, and it vomited out Jonah upon the dry land. CHAPTER III. (3) 1 Jonah, sent again, preacheth to the Ninevites. 5 Upon, their repentance, 10 God repenteth. AND the word of the Lord came unto Jonah the second time, saying, 2 Arise, go unto Nineveh, that great city, and preach unto it the preaching that I bid thee. 3 So Jonah arose, and went unto Nineveh, ac- cording to the word of the Lord. Now Nineveh was an exceeding great city of three days' journey. 4 And Jonah began to enter into the city a day's journey, and he cried, and said, Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown. 5 So the people of Nineveh believed God, and proclaimed a fast, and put on sackcloth, from the greatest of them even to the least of them. 6 For word came unto the king of Nineveh, and he arose from his throne, and he laid his robe from him, and covered him with sackcloth, and sat iD ashes. 7 And he caused it to be proclaimed and pub- lished through Nineveh by the decree of the king and his nobles, saying, Let neither man nor beast, herd nor flock, taste any thing: let them not feed, nor drink water: 8 But let man and beast be covered with sack- cloth, and cry mightily unto God: yea, let them turn every one from his evil way, and from the violence that is. in their hands. 9 Who can tell if God will turn and repent, and turn away from his fierce anger, that we perish not? 10 And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto taem; and he did it not. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 Jonah, repining at God's mercy, 4 is reproved by the type of a gourd. BUT it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was very angry. 2 And he prayed unto the Lord, and said, I pray 641 Micah sheweth God's wrath MIC AH, I (1) against Jacob for idolatry. thee, O Lord, was not this my saying, when 1 was yet in my country? Therefore I tied before unto Tarshish: for I knew that thou art a gracious God, and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repentest thee of the evil. 3 Therefore now, O Lord, take, I beseech thee, my life from me; for it is better for me to die than to live. 4 Then said the Lord, Doest thou well to be angry? 5 So Jonah went out of the city, and sat on the east side of the city, and there made him a booth, and sat under it in the shadow, till he might see what would become of the city. 6 And the Lord God prepared a gourd, and made it to come up over Jonah, that it might be a shadow over his head, to deliver him from his grief. So Jonah was exceeding glad of the gourd. 7 But God prepared a worm when the morning rose the next day, and it smote the gourd that it withered. S And it came to pass, when the sun did arise, that God prepared a vehement east wind ; and the sun beat upon the head of Jonah, that he fainted, and wished in himself to die, and said, It is bet- ter for me to die than to live. 9 And God said to Jonah, Doest thou well to be angry for the gourd? And he said, I do well to be angry, even unto death. 10 Then said the Lord, Thou hast had pity on the gourd, for the which thou hast not laboured, neither madest it grow; which came up in a night, and perished in a night: 11 And should not I spare Nineveh, that great city, wherein are more than sixscore thousand persons that cannot discern between their right hand and their left hand; and also much cattle? MlOAH. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Micab sheweth the wrath of God against Jacob for idolatry. 10 He exhorteth to mourning. THE word of the Lord that came to Micah the Morasthite in the days of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, which he saw con- cerning Samaria and Jerusalem. 2 Hear, all ye people ; hearken, O earth, and all that therein is: and let the Lord God be witness against you, the Lord from his holy temple. 3 For,' behold, the Lord cometh forth out of his place, and will come down, and tread upon the high places of the earth. 4 And the mountains shall be molten under him, and the valleys shall be cleft, as wax before the fire, and as the waters that are poured down a steep place. 5 For the transgression of Jacob is all this, and for the sins of the house of Israel. What is the transgression of Jacob? is it not Samaria? and what are the high places of Judah? are they not Jerusalem? 6 Therefore I will make Samaria as an heap of the field, and as plantings of a vineyard: and I will pour down the stones thereof into the valley, and I will discover the foundations thereof. 7 And all the graven images thereof shall be beaten to pieces, and all the hires thereof shall be burned with the fire, and all the idols thereof will I lay desolate: for she gathered it of the hire of an harlot, and they shall return to the hire of an harlot. 8 Therefore I will wail and howl, I will go stripped and naked: I will make a wailing like the dragons, and mourning as the owls. 9 For her wound is incurable; for it is come unto Judah; he is come unto the gate of my peo- ple, even to Jerusalem. 10 Declare ye it not at Gath, weep ye not at all: in the house of Aphrah roll thyself in the dust. 11 Pass ye away, thou inhabitant of Saphir, having thy shame naked: the inhabitant of Zaanan came not forth in the mourning of Beth- ezel ; he shall receive of you his standing. 12 For the inhabitant of Maroth waited care- fully for good: but evil came down from the Lord unto the gate of Jerusalem. 13 O thou inhabitant of Lachish, bind the char- iot to the swift beast: she is the beginning of the sin to the daughter of Zion: for the transgres- sions of Israel were found in thee. 14 Therefore shalt thou give presents to More- sheth-gath : the houses of Achzib shall be a lie to the kings of Israel. 15 Yet will I bring an heir unto thee, O inhabi- tant of Mareshah: he shall come unto Adullam the glory of Israel. 16 Make thee bald, and poll thee for thy deli- cate children; enlarge thy baldness as the eagle; for they are gone into captivity from. thee. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 Against oppression. 4 A lamentation. 7 A reproof of injustice and idolatry. 12 A promise of restoring Jacob. WOE to them that devise iniquity, and work evil upon their beds! when the morning is light, they practise it, because it is in the power of their hand. 2 And they covet fields, and take them by vio- lence; and houses, and take them away: so they oppress a man and his house, even a man and his heritage. 3 Therefore thus saith the Lord; Behold, against this family do I devise an evil, from which ye shall not remove your necks; neither shall ye go haughtily: for this time is evil. 4 In that day shall one take up a parable against you, and, lament with a doleful lamenta- 642 13 Cruelty of the princes. MICAH, III. (3) Victory of the church. tion, and say, We be utterly spoiled: he hatk changed the portion of my people: how hath he removed it from me! turning away he hath di- vided our fields. 5 Therefore thou shalt have none that shall cast a cord by lot in the congregation of the Lord. 6 Prophesy ye not, say they to them that proph- esy: they shall not prophesy to them, that they shall not take shame. 7 O thou that art named the house of Jacob, is the spirit of the Lord straitened? are these his do- ings? do not my words do good to him that walk- eth uprightly? 8 Even of late my people is risen up as an enemy : ye pull off the robe with the garment from them that pass by securely as men averse from war. 9 The women of my people have ye cast out from their pleasant houses; from their children have ye taken away my glory for ever. 10 Arise ye, and depart; for this is not your rest: because it is polluted, it shall destroy you, even with a sore destruction. 11 If a man walking in the spirit and false- hood do lie, saying, I will prophesy unto thee of wine and of strong drink; he shall even be the prophet of this people. 12 I will surely assemble, O Jacob, all of thee; I will surely gather the remnant of Israel ; I will put them together as the sheep of Bozrah, as the flock in the midst of their fold: they shall make great noise by reason of the multitude of men. 13 The breaker is come up before them: they have broken up, and have passed through the gate, and are gone out by it: and their king shall pass before them, and the Lord on the head of them. CHAPTEE HI. (3) 1 The cruelty of the princes. 5 The falsehood of the prophets. 8 The security of them both. AND I said, Hear, I pray you, O heads of Jacob, and ye princes of the house of Israel ; Is it not for you to- know judgment? 2 Who hate the good, and love the evil; who pluck off their skin from off them, and their flesh from off their bones; 3 Who also eat the flesh of my people, and flay their skin from off them; and they break their bones, and chop them in pieces, as for the pot, and as flesh within the caldron. 4 Then shall they cry unto the Lord, but he will not hear them: he will even hide his face from them at that time, as they have behaved themselves ill in their doings. 5 Thus saith the Lord concerning the prophets that make my people err, that bite with their teeth, and cry, Peace; and he that putteth not into their mouths, they even prepare war against him. 6 Therefore night shall be unto you, that ye shall not have a vision ; and it shall be dark unto you, that ye shall not divine ; and the sun shall go down over the prophets, and the day shall be dark over them. 7 Then shall the seers be ashamed, and the diviners confounded: yea, they shall all cover their lips; for there is no answer of God. 8 But truly I am full of power by the spirit of the Lord, and of judgment, and of might, to de- clare unto Jacob his transgression, and to Israel his sin. 9 Hear this, I pray you, ye heads of the house of Jacob, and princes of the house of Israel, that abhor judgment, and pervert all equity. 10 They build up Zion with blood, and Jerusa- lem with iniquity. 11 The heads thereof judge for reward, and the priests thereof teach for hire, and the prophets thereof divine for money: yet will they lean upon the Lord, and say, Is not the Lord among us? none evil can come upon us. 12 Therefore shall Zion for your sake be plowed as a field, and Jerusalem shall become heaps, and the mountain of the house as the high places of the forest. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 The glory, 3 peace, 8 kingdom, 11 and victory of the church. BUT in the last days it shall come to pass, that the mountain of the house of the Lord shall be established in the top of the mountains, and it shall be exalted above the hills, and people shall flow unto it. 2 And many nations shall come, and say, Come, and let us go' up to the mountain of the Lord, and to the house of the God of Jacob ; and he will teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths: for the law shall go forth of Zion, and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem. 3 And he shall judge among many people, and rebuke strong nations afar off ; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up a sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. 4 But they shall sit every man under his vine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid: for the mouth of the Lord of hosts hath spoken it. 5 For all people will walk every one in the name of his god, and we will walk in the name of the Lord our God for ever and ever. 6 In that day, saith the Lord, will I assemble her that halteth, and I will gather her that is driven out, and her that I have afflicted; 7 And I will make her that halted a remnant, and her that was cast far off a strong nation : and the Lord shall reign over them in mount Zion from henceforth, even for ever. 8 And thou, O tower of the flock, the strong hold of the daughter of Zion, unto thee shall it come, even the first dominion ; the kingdom shall come to the daughter of Jerusalem. 9 Now why dost thou cry out aloud? is there no king in thee? is thy counsellor perished? for pangs have taken thee as a woman in travail. 10 Be in pain, and labour to bring forth, O daughter of Zion, like a woman in travail : for now shalt thou go forth out of the city, and thou shalt 643 The birth of Christ. MIC AH, V. (5) God's controversy. dwell in the field, and thou shalt go even to Baby- lon; there shalt thou be delivered; there the Lord shall redeem thee from the hand of thine enemies. 11 Now also many nations are gathered against thee, that say, Let her be defiled, and let our eye look upon Zion. 12 But they know not the thoughts of the Lord, neither understand they his counsel: for he shall gather them as the sheaves into the floor. 13 Arise and thresh, O daughter of Zion: for I will make thine horn iron, and I will make thy hoofs brass: and thou shalt beat in pieces many people: and I will consecrate their gain unto the Lord, and their substance unto the Lord of the whole earth. CHAPTER Y. (5) 1 The birth of Christ. 4 His kingdom. 8 His conquest. 1VTO W gather thyself in troops, O daughter of -Lll troops: he hath laid siege against us: they shall smite the judge of Israel with a rod upon the cheek. 2 But thou, Betk-lehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting. 3 Therefore will he give them up, until the time that she which travaileth hath brought forth: then the remnant of his brethren shall re- turn unto the children of Israel. 4 And he shall stand and feed in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God; and they shall abide: for now shall he be great unto the ends of the earth. 5 And this man shall be the peace, when the Assyrian shall come into our land: and when he shall tread in our palaces, then shall we raise against him seven shepherds, and eight princi- pal men. 6 And they shall waste the land of Assyria with the sword, and the land of Nimrod in the entrances thereof: thus shall he deliver us from the Assyrian, when he cometh into our land, and when he treadeth within our borders. 7 And the remnant of Jacob shall be in the midst of many people as a dew from the Lord, as the showers upon the grass, that tarrieth not for man, nor waiteth for the sons of men. 8 And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the Gentiles in the midst of many people as a lion among the beasts of the forest, as a young lion among the flocks of sheep: who, if he go through, both treadeth down, and teareth in pieces, and none can deliver. 9 Thine hand shall be lifted up upon thine ad- versaries, and all thine enemies shall be cut off. 10 And it shall come to pass in that day, saith the Lord, that I will cut off thy horses out of the midst of thee, and I will destroy thy chariots: 11 And I will cut off the cities of thy land, and throw down all thy strong holds: 12 And I will cut off witchcrafts out of thine hand; and thou shalt have no more soothsayers: 13 Thy graven images also will I cut off, and H thy standing images out of the midst of thee; and thou shalt no more worship the work of thine hands. 14 And I will pluck up thy groves out of the midst of thee: so will I destroy thy cities. 15 And I will execute vengeance in anger and fury upon the heathen, such as they have not heard. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 God's controversy for unkindness, 6 for ignorance, 10 for injustice, 16 and for idolatry. EAR ye now what the Lord saith; Arise, contend thou before the mountains, and let the hills hear thy voice. 2 Hear ye, O mountains, the Lord's controversy, and ye strong foundations of the earth: for the Lord hath a controversy with his people, and he will plead with Israel. 3 O my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? testify against me. I For I brought thee up out of the land of Egypt, and redeemed thee out of the house of servants; and I sent before thee Moses, Aaron, and Miriam. 5 O my people, remember now what Balak king of Moab consulted, and what Balaam the son of Beor answered him from Shittim unto Gilgal ; that ye may know the righteousness of the Lord. 6 Wherewith shall I come before the Lord, and bow myself before the high God? shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old? 7 Will the Lord be pleased with thousands of rams, or with ten thousands of rivers of oil? shall I give my firstborn for my transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul? 8 He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? 9 The Lord's voice crieth unto the city, and the man of wisdom shall see thy name: hear ye the rod, and who hath appointed it. 10 Are there yet the treasures of wickedness in the house of the wicked, and the scant meas- ure that is abominable? II Shall I count them pure with the wicked balances, and with the bag of deceitful weigJits? 12 For the rich men thereof are full of vio- lence, and the inhabitants thereof have spoken lies, and their tongue is deceitful in their mouth. 13 Therefore also will I make thee sick in smiting thee, in making thee desolate because of thy sins. 14 Thou shalt eat, but not be satisfied ; and thy casting down shall be in the midst of thee; and thou shalt take hold, but shalt not deliver; and that which thou deliverest will I give up to the sword. 15 Thou shalt sow, but thou shalt not reap; thou shalt tread the olives, but thou shalt not anoint thee with oil; and sweet wine, but shalt. not drink wine. 644 The majesty of God NAHUM, 1.(1) in goodness to his people. 16 For the statutes of Omri are kept, and all the works of the house of Ahab, and ye walk in their counsels; that I should make thee a desola- tion, and the inhabitants thereof an hissing: therefore ye shall bear the reproach of my people. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 The church, complaining of her small number, 3 and tha general corruption, 5 putteth her confidence not in man. but ia God. 8 She triumpheth over her enemies. 14 God comforteth her by promises, 16 by confusion of the enemiec, 18 and by his mercies. WOE is me ! for I am as when they have gath- ered the summer fruits, as the grapeglean- ings of ihe vintage: there is no cluster to eat: my soul desired the lirstripe fruit. 2 The good man is perished out of the earth: and there is none upright among men: they all lie in wait for blood; they hunt every man his brother with a net. 3 That they may do evil with both hands earn- estly, the prince asketh, and the judge asketh for a reward; and the great man, he uttereth his mischievous desire: so they wrap it up. 4 The best of them is as a brier: the most up- right is sharper than a thorn hedge: the day of thy watchmen and thy visitation cometh; now shall be their perplexity. 5 Trust ye not in a friend, put ye not confi- dence in a guide: keep the doors of thy mouth from her that lieth in thy bosom. 6 For the son dishonoureth the father, the daughter riseth up against her mother, the daugh- ter in law against her mother in law ; a man's ene- mies are the men of his own house. 7 Therefore I will look unto the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation: my God will hear me. 8 Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord shall be a light unto me. 9 I will bear the indignation of the Lord, be- cause I have sinned against him, until he plead my cause, and execute judgment for me: he will bring me forth to the light, and I shall behold his righteousness. 10 Then she that is mine enemy shall see it, and shame shall cover her which said unto me, Where is the Lord thy God? mine eyes shall be- hold her: now shall she be trodden down as the mire of the streets. 11 In the day that thy walls are to be built, in that day shall the decree be far removed. 12 In that day also he shall come even to thee from Assyria, and from the fortified cities, and from the fortress even to the river, and from sea to sea, and from mountain to* mountain. 13 Notwithstanding the land shall be desolate because of them that dwell therein, for the fruit of their doings. 14 Feed thy people with thy rod, the flock of thine heritage, which dwell solitarily in the wood, in the midst of Carmel: let them feed in Bashan and Gilead, as in the days of old. 15 According to the days of thy coming out of the land of Egypt will I shew unto him mar- vellous things. 16 The nations shall see and be confounded at all their might: they shall lay their hand upon their mouth, their ears shall be deaf. 17 They shall lick the dust like a serpent, they shall move out of their holes like worms of the earth; they shall be afraid of the Lord our God, and shall fear because of thee. 18 Who is a God like unto thee, that pardon- eth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy. 19 He will turn again, he will have compas- sion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities; and thou wilt cast all their sins into the depths of the sea. 20 Thou wilt perform the truth to Jacob, and the mercy to Abraham, which thou hast sworn unto our fathers from the days of old. Iahum. CHAPTER I. (1) The majesty of God in goodness to his people, and sever- ity against his enemies. THE burden of Nineveh. The book of the vision of Nahum the Elkoshite. 2 God is jealous, and the Lord revengeth; the Lord revengeth, and is furious; the Lord will take vengeance on his adversaries, and he reserveth wrath for his enemies. 3 The Lord is slow to anger, and great in power, and will not at all acquit the wicked : the Lord hath his way in the whirlwind and in the storm, and the clouds are the dust of his feet. 4 He rebuketh the sea, and maketh it dry, and drieth up all the rivers: Bashan languisheth, and Carmel, and the flower of Lebanon languisheth. 5 The mountains quake at him, and the hills melt, and the earth is burned at his presence, yea, the world, and all that dwell therein. 6 Who can stand before his indignation? and who can abide in the fierceness of his anger? his fury is poured out like fire," and the rocks are thrown down by him. 7 The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him. S But with an overrunning flood he will make an utter end of the place thereof, and darkness shall pursue his enemies. 9 What do ye imagine against the Lord? he will make an utter end: affliction shall not rise up the second time. 10 For while they be folden together as thorns, and while thev are drunken as drunkards, they 645 3 go3 ,— ! fl) TO a* §»£ , ^ 3 S S _o (> Oj fl o ■*-> 03 == 03 3 ft^ S3 +J t, * a .S 5 d d * oj .S a £p»S jatr o o d to cj " SJ ° " 03 3 ,,■8 TO «i-l »S a o n ■a ., u w to _ £ o3 |S b£) rt c3 „, 03 a * * a a t -* .a o mi "3 +3.2 03 a ** t;.t! o - fcg^aE? a w ■ oa .2 « 5.2 « .-5 • ft +j -i-> tn OS ^-« ci SP s .E; DO 32 a o o Cm 32 o t-H EH <« t> O H m H Cm o ft S o 3 03 X! g t-, 03 CB g p3 a a, - .2 TO Oj OJ CO 03 CD a-a ej_ O W O O O .a £«3o3 0- CJ OJ a * o p 5 H 4) ft 03 03 S 3 a _oj o S3 oft Victorious armies NAHUM, II. (2) of God against Nineveh. H shall be devoured as stubble fully dry. 11 There is one come out of thee, that imagin- eth evil against the Lord, a wicked counsellor. 12 Thus saith the Lord ; Though they be quiet, and likewise many, yet thus shall they be cut down, when he shall pass through. Though I have afflicted thee, I will afflict thee no more. 13 For now will I break his yoke from off thee, and will burst thy bonds in sunder. 14 And the Lord hath given a commandment concerning thee, that no more of thy name be sown : out of the house of thy gods will I cut off the graven image and the molten image: I will make thy grave; for thou art vile. 15 Behold upon the mountains the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace! O Judah, keep thy solemn feasts, perform thy vows:, for the wicked shall no more pass through thee; he is utterly cut off. CHAPTER IL (2) The fearful and victorious armies of God against Nineveh. E that dasheth in pieces is come up before thy face: keep the munition, watch the way, make thy loins strong, fortify thy power mightily. 2 For the Lord hath turned away the excel- lency of Jacob, as the excellency of Israel : for the emptiers have emptied them out, and marred their vine branches. 3 The shield of his mighty men is made red, the valiant men are in scarlet: the chariots shall be with naming torches in the day of his prepa- ration, and the fir trees shall be terribly shaken. 4 The chariots shall rage in the streets, they shall justle one against another in the broad ways: they shall seem like torches, they shall run like the lightnings. 5 He shall recount his worthies: they shall stumble in their walk; they shall make haste to the wall - thereof, and the defence shall be pre- pared. 6 The gates of the rivers shall be opened, and the palace shall be dissolved. 7 And Huzzab shall be led away captive, she shall be brought up, and her maids shall lead her as with the voice of doves, tabering upon their breasts. 8 But Mneveh is of old like a pool of water: yet they shall flee away. Stand, stand, shall they cry; but Done shall look back. 9 Take ye the spoil of silver, take the spoil of gold : for there is none end of the store and glory out of all the pleasant furniture. 10 She is empty, and void, and waste: and the heart melteth, and the knees smite together, and much pain is in all loins, and the faces of them all gather blackness. 11 Where is the dwelling of the lions, and the feedingplace of the young lions, where the lion, even the old lion, walked, and the lion's whelp, and none made them afraid? 12 The lion did tear in pieces enough for his whelps, and strangled for his lionesses, and filled his holes with prey, and his dens with ravin. 13 Behold, I am against thee, saith the Lord of hosts, and I will burn her chariots in the smoke, and the sword shall devour thy young lions: and I will cut off thy prey from the earth and the voice of thy messengers shall no more be heard. CHAPTER HI. (3) The miserable ruin of Nineveh. WOE to the bloody city! it is all full of lies and robbery; the prey departeth not; 2 The noise of a whip, and the noise of the rat- tling of the wheels, and of the pransing horses, and of the jumping chariots. 3 The horsemen lifteth up both the bright sword and the glittering spear: and there is a multitude of slain, and a great number of car- cases; and there is none end of their corpses; they stumble upon their corpses: 4 Because of the multitude of the whoredoms of the wellfavoured harlot, the mistress of witch- crafts, that selleth nations through her whore- doms, and families through her witchcrafts. 5 Behold, I am against thee, saith the Lord of hosts; and I will discover thy skirts upon thy face, and I will shew the nations thy nakedness, and the kingdoms thy shame. 6 And I will cast abominable filth upon thee, and make thee vile, and will set thee as a gazing- stock. 7 And it shall come to pass, that all they that look upon thee shall flee from thee, and say, Nine- veh is laid waste: who will bemoan her? whence shall I seek comforters for thee? 8 Art thou better than populous No, that was situate among the rivers, that had the waters round about it, whose rampart was the sea, and her wall was from the sea? 9 Ethiopia and Egypt were her strength, and it was infinite ; Put and Lubim were thy helpers. 10 Yet was she carried away, she went into captivity: her young children also were dashed in pieces at the top of all the streets: and they cast lots for her honourable men, and all her great men were bound in chains. 11 Thou also shalt be drunken: thou shalt be hid, thou also shalt seek strength because of the enemy. 12 All thy strong holds shall be like fig trees with the firstripe figs: if they be shaken, they shall even fall into the mouth of the eater. 13 Behold, thy people in the midst of thee are women: the gates of thy land shall be set wide open unto thine enemies: the fire shall devour thy bars. 14 Draw thee waters for the siege, fortify thy strong holds: go into clay, and tread the morter, make strong the brickkiln. 15 There shall the fire devour thee; the sword shall cut thee off, it shall eat thee up like the cankerworm: make thyself many as the canker- worm, make thyself many as the locusts. 16 Thou hast multiplied thy merchants above the stars of heaven : the cankerworm spoileth. and fleeth away. 17 Thy crowned are as the locusts, and thy 29 646 NERO'S TOWER. (Hab. 2,1). We read in Acts 11,28, "And there stood up one of them named Agabus, and signified by the spirit that there should be great dearth throughout all the world; which came to pass in the days of Claudius Caesar." Nero was the most cruel and savage of all men, also the most wicked an there were but twenty. 17 I smote you with blasting and with mildew and with hail in all the labours of your hands ; yet ye turned not to me, saith the Lord. 18 Consider now from this day and upward, from the four and twentieth day of the ninth month, even from the day that the foundation of the Lord's temple was laid, consider it. 19 Is the seed yet in the barn? yea, as yet the vine, and the fig tree, and the pomegranate, and the olive tree, hath not brought forth: from this day will I bless you. 20 And again the word of the Lord capie unto Haggai in the four and twentieth day of the month, saying, 21 Speak to Zerubbabel, governor of Judah, saying, I will shake the heavens and the earth ; 22 And I will overthrow the throne of king- doms, and I will destroy the strength of the king- doms of the heathen; and I will overthrow the chariots, and those that ride in them; and the horses and their riders shall come down, every one by the sword of his brother. 23 In that day, saith the Lord of hosts, will I take thee, O Zerubbabel, my servant, the son of Shealtiel, saith the Lord, and will make thee as a signet: for I have chosen thee, saith the Lord of hosts. Zechariah. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Zechariah exhorteth to repentance. 7 The vision of the horses. 12 At the prayer of the angel comfort- able promises are made to Jerusalem. 18 The vision of the four horns, and the four carpenters. IN the eighth month, in the second year of Darius, came the word of the Lord unto Zechariah, the son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo the prophet, saying, 2 The Lord hath been sore displeased with your fathers. 3 Therefore say thou unto them, Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Turn ye unto me, saith the Lord of hosts, and I will turn unto you, saith the Lord of hosts. 4 Be ye not as your fathers, unto whom the former prophets have cried, saying, Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Turn ye now from your evil ways, and from your evil doings: but they did not hear, nor hearken unto me, saith the Lord. 5 Your fathers, where are they? and the proph- ets, do they live for ever? 6 But my words and my statutes, which I com- manded my servants the prophets, did they not j 651 Vision of the horses. ZECHARIAH, III. (3) Redemption of Zlon. take hold of your fathers? and they returned and said, Like as the Lord of hosts thought to do unto us according to our ways, and according to our doings, so hath he dealt with us. 7 Upon the four and twentieth day of the eleventh month, which is the month Sebat, in the second year of Darius, came the word of the Lord unto Zechariah, the son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo the prophet, saying, 8 I saw by night, and behold a man riding upon a red horse, and he stood among the myrtle trees that were in the bottom; and behiud him were there red horses, speckled, and white. 9 Then said I, O my Lord, what are these? And the angel that talked with me said unto me, I will shew thee what these be. 10 And the man that stood among the myrtle trees answered and said, These are they whom the Lord hath sent to walk to and fro through the earth. 11 And they answered the angel of the Lord that stood among the myrtle trees, and said, We have walked to and fro through the earth, and, behold, all the earth sitteth still, and is at rest. 12 Then the angel of the Lord answered and said, O Lord of hosts, how long wilt thou not have mercy on Jerusalem and on the cities of Ju- dah, against which thou hast had indignation these threescore and ten years? 13 And the Lord answered the angel that talked with me with good words and comfortable words. 14 So the angel that communed with me said unto me, Cry thou, saying, Thus saith the Lord of hosts; I am jealous for Jerusalem and for Zion with a great jealousy. 15 And I am very sore displeased with the heathen that are at ease: for I was but a little displeased, and they helped forward the afflic- tion. 16 Therefore thus saith the Lord; I am re- turned to Jerusalem with mercies : my house shall be built in it, saith the Lord of hosts, and a line shall be stretched forth upon Jerusalem. 17 Cry yet, saying, Thus saith the Lord of hosts; My cities through prosperity shall yet be spread abroad; and the Lord shall yet comfort Zion, and shall yet choose Jerusalem. 18 Then lifted I up mine eyes, and saw, and be- hold four horns. 19 And I said unto the angel that talked with me, What be these? And he answered me, These are the horns which have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem. 20 And the Lord shewed me four carpenters. 21 Then said I, What come these to do? And he spake, saying, These are the horns which have scattered Judah, so that no man did lift up his head : but these are come to f rav them, to cast out the horns of the Gentiles, which lifted up their horn over the land of Judah to scatter it. CHAPTER n. (2) 1 God, in the care of Jerusalem, sendeth to measure it. 6 The redemption of Zion. 10 The promise of God's presence. I LIFTED up mine eyes agaiu, and looked, and behold a man with a measuring line in his hand. 2 Then said I, Whither goest thou? Ana he said unto me, To measure Jerusalem, to see what is the breadth thereof, and what is the length thereof. 3 And, behold, the angel that talked with me went forth, and another angel went out to meet him, 4 And said unto him, Run, speak to this young man, saying, Jerusalem shall be inhabited as towns without walls for the multitude of men and cattle therein: 5 For I, saith the Lord, will be unto her a wall of fire round about, and will be the glory in the midst of her. 6 Ho, ho, come forth, and flee from the land of the north, saith the Lord: for I have spread you abroad as the four winds of the heaven, saith the Lord. 7 Deliver thyself, O Zion, that dwell est with the daughter of Babylon. 8 For thus saith the Lord of hosts; After the glory hath he sent me unto the nations which spoiled you: for he that toucheth you toucheth the apple of his eye. 9 For, behold, I will shake mine hand upon them, and they shall be a spoil to their servants: and ye shall know that the Lord of hosts hath sent me. 10 Sing and rejoice, O daughter of Zion : for, lo, I come, and I will dwell in the midst of thee, saith the Lord. 11 And many nations shall be joined to the Lord in that day, and shall be my people: and I will dwell in the midst of thee, and thou shalt know that the Lord of hosts hath sent me unto thee. 12 And the Lord shall inherit Judah his por- tion in the holy land, and shall choose Jerusalem again. 13 Be silent, O all flesh, before the Lord: for he is raised up out of hir. holy habitation. CHAPTER in. (3) 1 Under the type of Joshua, the restoration of the church, 8 Christ the Branch is promised. AND he shewed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the Lord, and Satan standing at his right hand to resist him. 2 And the Lord said unto Satan, The Lord re- buke thee, O Satan; even the Lord that hath Chosen Jerusalem rebuke thee: is not this a brand plucked out of the Are? 3 Now Joshua was clothed with filthy gar- ments, and stood before the angel. 4 And he answered and spake untoi those that stood before him, saying, Take away the filthy garments from him. And unto him he said, Be- hold, I have caused thine iniquity to pass from thee, and I will clothe thee with change of rai- ment. 5 And I said, Let them set a fair mitre upon his head. So they set a fair mitre upon his head, 652 Christ is promised. ZECHARIAH, IV. (4) The flying roll. and clothed him with garments. And the angel of the Lord stood by. 6 And the angel of the Lord protested unto Joshua, saying, 7 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; If thou wilt walk in my ways, and if thou wilt keep my charge, then thou shalt also judge my house, and shalt also keep my courts, and I will give thee places to walk among these that stand by. 8 Hear now, O Joshua the high priest, thou and thy fellows that sit before thee: for they are men wondered at: for, behold, I will bring forth mv servant the BRANCH. 9 For behold the stone that I have laid before Joshua; upon one stone shall be seven eyes: be- hold, I will engrave the graving thereof, saith the Lord of hosts, and I will remove the iniquity of that land in one day. 10 In that day, saith the Lord of hosts, shall ye call every man his neighbour under the vine and under the fig tree. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 By the golden candlestick is f oreshewed the good suc- cess of Zerubbabel's foundation. 11 By the two olive trees the two anointed ones. AND the angel that talked with me came again, and waked me, as a man that is wakened out of his sleep, 2 And said unto me, What seest thou? And I said, I have looked, and behold a candlestick all of gold, with a bowl upon the top of it, and his seven lamps thereon, and seven pipes to the seven lamps, which are upon the top thereof: 3 And two olive trees by it, one upon the right side of the bowl, and the other upon the left side thereof. 4 So I answered and spake to the angel that talked with me, saying, What are these, my lord? 5 Then the angel that talked with me answered and said -unto me, Knowest thou not what these be? And I said, No, my lord. 6 Then he answered and spake unto me, say- ing, This is the word of the Lord unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the Lord of hosts. 7 Who art thou, O great mountain? before Zerubbabel thou shalt become a plain: and he shall bring forth the headstone thereof with shoutings, crying, Grace, grace unto it. 8 Moreover the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 9 The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this house; his hands shall also finish it, and thou shalt know that the Lord of hosts hath sent me unto you. 10 For who hath despised the day of small things? for they shall rejoice, and shall see the plummet in the hand of Zerubbabel with those seven; they are the eyes of the Lord, which run to and fro through the whole earth. 11 Then answered I, and said unto him, What are these two olive trees upon the right side of the candlestick and upon the left side thereof? 12 And I answered ajrain, and said unto him. What be these two olive branches which through the two golden pipes empty the golden oil out of themselves? 13 And he answered me and said, Knowest thou not what these be? And I said, No, my lord. 14 Then said he, These are the two anointed ones, that stand by the Lord of the whole earth. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 By the flying roll is shewed the curse of thieves and swearers. 5 By a woman pressed in an ephah, the final damnation of Babylon. THEN I turned, and lifted up mine eyes, and looked, and behold a flying roll. 2 And he said unto me, What seest thou? and I answered, I see a flying roll ; the length thereof is twenty cubits, and the breadth thereof ten cubits. 3 Then said he unto me, This is the curse that goeth forth over the face of the whole earth: for every one that stealeth shall be cut off as on this side according to it; and every one that sweareth shall be cut off as on that side according to it. 4 I will bring it forth, saith the Lord of hosts, and it shall enter into the house of the thief, and into the house of him that sweareth falsely by my name: and it shall remain in the midst of his house, and shall consume it with the timber thereof and the stones thereof. 5 Then the angel that talked with me went forth, and said unto me, Lift up now thine eyes, and see what is this that goeth forth. 6 And I said, What is it? And he said, This is an ephah that goeth forth. He said moreover, This is their resemblance through all the earth. 7 And, behold, there was lifted up a talent of lead: and this is a woman that sitteth in the midst of the ephah. 8 And he said, This is wickedness. And he cast it into the midst of the ephah; and he cast the weight of lead upon the mouth thereof. 9 Then lifted I up mine eyes, and looked, and, behold, there came out two women, and the Wind was in their wings ; for they had wings like the wings of a stork: and they lifted up the ephah between the earth and the heaven. 10 Then said I to the angel that talked with me, Whither do these bear the ephah? 11 And he said unto me, To build it an house in the land of Shinar:.and it shall be established, and set there upon her own base. CHAPTER VI. (6) 1 The vision of the four chariots. 9 By the crowns of Joshua is shewed the temple and kingdom of Christ the Branch. AND I turned, and lifted up mine eyes, and looked, and, behold, there came four chariots out from between two mountains; and the mountains were mountains of brass. 2 In the first chariot were red horses; and in the second chariot black horses; 3 And in the third chariot white horses ; and in the fourth chariot grisled and bay horses. 4 Then I answered and said unto the angel that talked with me, What are these, my lord? 5 And the angel answered and said unto me, 29a 653 Kingdom of Christ the Branch. ZECHARIAH, VII. (7) Restoration of Jerusalem. These are the four spirits of the heavens, which go forth from standing before the Lord of all the earth. 6 The black horses which are therein go forth into the north country; and the white go forth after them; and the grisled go forth toward the fcouthl country. 7 And the bay went forth, and sought to go that they might walk to and fro through the earth: and he said, Get you hence, walk to and fro through the earth. So they walked to and fro through the earth. 8 Then cried he upon me, and spake unto me, saying, Behold, these that go toward the north country have quieted my spirit in the north country. 9 And the word of the Lord came unto me, say- 10 Take of them of the captivity, even of Hel- dai, of Tobijah, and of Jedaiah, which are come from Babylon, and come thou the same day, and go into the house of Josiah the son of Zephaniah ; 11 Then take silver and gold, and make crowns, and set them upon the head of Joshua the son of Josedech, the high priest; 12 And speak unto him, saying, Thus speaketh the Lord of hosts, saying, Behold the man whose name is The BRANCH ; and he shall grow up out of his place, and he shall build the temple of the Lord: 13 Even he shall build the temple of the Lord; and he shall bear the glory, and shall sit and rule upon his throne; and he shall be a priest upon his throne : and the counsel of peace shall be between them both. 14 And the crowns shall be to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the temple of the Lord. 15 And they that are far off shall come and build in the temple of the Lord, and ye shall know that the Lord of hosts hath sent me unto you. And this shall come to pass, if ye will diligently obey the voice of the Lord your God. CHAPTER VII. (7) 1 The captives enquire of fasting. 4 Zechariah reprov- eth their fasting. 8 Sin the cause of their captivity. AND it came to pass in the fourth year of king Darius, that the word of the Lord came unto Zechariah in the fourth day of the ninth month, even in Chisleu; 2 When they had sent unto the house of God Sherezer and Regem-melech, and their men, to pray before the Lord, 3 And to speak unto the priests which were in the house of the Lord of hosts, and to the proph- ets, saying, Should I weep in the fifth month, separating myself, as I have done these so many years? 4 Then came the word of the Lord of hosts unto me, saying, 5 Speak unto all the people of the land, and to the priests, saying,. When ye fasted and mourned in the fifth and seventh month, even those seven- ty years, did ye at all fast unto me, even to' me? 6 And when ye did eat, and when ye did drink, did not ye eat for yourselves, and drink for your- selves? 7 Should ye not hear the words which the Lord hath cried by the former prophets, when Jeru- salem was inhabited and in prosperity, and the cities thereof round about her, when men in- habited the south and the plain? 8 And the word of the Lord came unto Zecha- riah, saying, 9 Thus speaketh the Lord of hosts, saying, Exe- cute true judgment, and shew mercy and compas- sions every man to his brother: 10 And oppress not the widow, nor the father- less, the stranger, nor the poor; and let none of you imagine evil against his brother in your heart. 11 But they refused to hearken, and pulled away the shoulder, and stopped their ears, that they should not hear. 12 Yea, they made their hearts as an adamant stone, lest they should hear the law, and the words which the Lord of hosts hath sent in his spirit by the former prophets: therefore came a. great wrath from the Lord of hosts. 13 Therefore it is come to pass, that as he cried, and they would not hear ; so they cried, and I would not hear, saith the Lord of hosts: 14 But I scattered them with, a whirlwind among all the nations whom they knew not. Thus the land was desolate after them, that no man passed through nor returned: for they laid the pleasant land desolate. CHAPTER Vni. (8) 1 The restoration of Jerusalem. 9 They are encouraged to the building by God's favour to them. 16 Good works are required of them. 18 Joy and enlargement are promised. AGAIN the word of the Lord of hosts came to me, saying, 2 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; I was jealous for Zion with great jealousy, and I was jealous for her with great fury. 3 Thus saith the Lord; x am returned unto Zion, and will dwell in the midst of Jerusalem: and Jerusalem shall be called a city of truth; and the mountain of the Lord of hosts the holy mountain. 4 Thus saith the Lord of hosts ; There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, and every man with his staff in his hand for very age. 5 And the streets of the city shall be full of boys and girls playing in the streets thereof. 6 Thus saith the Lord of hosts ; If it be marvel- lous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be marvellous in mine eyes? saith the Lord of hosts. * 7 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Behold, I will save my people from the east country, and from the west country; 8 And I will bring them, and they shall dwell in the midst of Jerusalem: and they shall be my people, and I will be their God, in truth and in righteousness. 654 w Joy and enlargement promised. ZECHARIAH, IX. (9) God defendeth his church. 9 Thus saith the Lord of hosts ; Let your hands be strong, ye that hear in these days these words by the mouth of the prophets, which were in the day that the foundation of the house of the Lord of hosts was laid, that the temple might be built. 10 For before these days there was no hire for man, nor any hire for beast; neither was there any peace to him that went out or came in be- cause of the affliction : for I set all men every one against his neighbour. 11 But now I will not; be unto the residue of this people as in the former days, saith the Lord of hosts. 12 For the seed shall be prosperous; the vine shall give her fruit, and the ground shall give her increase, and the heavens shall give their dew; and I will cause the remnant of this people to possess all these things. 13 And it shall come to pass, that as ye were a curse among the heathen, O house of Judah, and house of Israel ; so will I save you, and ye shall be a blessing: fear not, but let your hands be strong. 14 For thus saith the Lord of hosts; As I thought to punish you, when your fathers pro- voked me to wrath, saith the Lord of hosts, and I repented not: 15 So again have I thought in these days to do well unto Jerusalem and to the house of Judah: fear ye not. 16 These are the things that ye shall do; Speak ye every man the truth to his neighbour ; execute the judgment of truth and peace in your gates: 17 And let none of you imagine evil in your hearts against his neighbour; and love no false oath: for all these are things that I hate, saith the Lord. 18 And the word of the Lord of hosts came unto me, saying, 19 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; The fast of the fourth month, and the fast of the fifth, and the fast of the seventh, and the fast of the tenth, shall be to the house of Judah joy and gladness, and cheerful feasts; therefore love the truth and peace. 20 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; It shall yet come to pass, that there shall come people, and The inhabitants of many cities: 21 And the inhabitants of one city shall go to another, saying, Let us go speedily to pray be- fore the Lord, and to seek the Lord of hosts : I will go also. 22 Yea, many people and strong nations shall come to seek the Lord of hosts in Jerusalem, and to pray before the Lord. 23 Thus saith the Lord of hosts ; In those days it shall come to pass, that ten men shall take hold out of all languages of the nations, even shall take hold of the skirt of him that is a Jew, saying We will go with you : for we have heard that God is with you. CHAPTER IX. (9) 1 God defendeth his church. 9 Zion is exhorted to re- joice for the coming of Christ, and his peaceable king- dom. 12 God's promises of victory and defence. THE burden of the word of the Lord in the land of Hadrach, and Damascus shall be the rest thereof: when the eyes of man, as of all the tribes of Israel, shall be toward the Lord. 2 And Hamath also shall border thereby; Tyrus, and Zidon, though it be very wise. 3 And Tyrus did build herself a strong hold, and heaped up silver as the dust, and fine gold as the mire of the streets. I Behold, the Lord will cast her out, and he will smite her power in the sea; and she shall be devoured with fire. 5 Ashkelon shall see it, and fear; Gaza also shall see it, and be very sorrowful, and Ekron; for her expectation shall be ashamed; and the king shall perish from Gaza, and Ashkelon shall not be inhabited. 6 And a bastard shall dwell in Ashdod, and I will cut off the pride of the Philistines. 7 And I will take away his blood out of his mouth, and his abominations from between his teeth : but he that remaineth, even he, shall be for our God, and he shall be as a governor in Judah, and Ekron as a Jebusite. 8 And I will encamp about mine house because of the army, because of him that passeth by, and because of him that returneth : and no oppressor shall pass through them any more: for now have I seen with mine eyes. 9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion ; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass. » 10 And I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim, and the horse from Jerusalem, and the battle bow shall be cut off: and he shall speak peace unto the heathen: and his dominion shall be from sea even to sea, and from the river even to the ends of the earth. II As for thee also, by the blood of thy coven- ant I have sent forth thy prisoners out of the pit wherein is no water. 12 Turn you to the strong hold, ye prisoners of hope: even to day do I declare that I will render double unto thee; 13 When I have bent Judah for me, filled the bow with Ephraim, and raised up thy sons, O Zion, against thy sons, O Greece, and made thee as the sword of a mighty man. 11 And the Lord shall be seen over them, and his arrow shall go forth as the lightning: and the Lord God shall blow the trumpet, and shall go with whirlwinds of the south. 15 The Lord of hosts shall defend them; and they shall devour, and subdue with sling stones; and they shall drink, and make a noise as through wine; and they shall be filled like bowls, and as the corners of the altar. 16 And the Lord their God shall save them in that day as the flock of his people: for they shall be as the stones of a crown, lifted up as an ensign upon his land. 17 For how great is his goodness, and how 655 4. a bog £■ a 7- 8h 73 £ 5l_ '2 &« c -t- 4-1 r^ a ss 1 — 1 5 CJ X +j -4- xr. ___ 1 -c T3» P 73 ► 1 C 73 73 3 a (>■ o o *:: +-> rt 0) y a d 73 p +j % 'S 03 o a 3 fc£ w o p o 73' >> 03 „ H O CJD a _4 -o •rH a w •ft 03 0) to 2 -a 03 03 p M 3h OJ S -0 ,Q 73 3 03 03 XI 03 X a; •^ H P 4-2 xl 0) O 7.1 H ^ , X 03 o b£ ^4 03 IP P -H w O P 73 a ^ ■r-* 03 ft >d X "3 rd 73 a ■r-H Uj c3 fc£ P 3 "S a p 03 73 0) o EH 1 — 1 =4— 1 xi o O *-l 3 73 o w 03 a 03 d 5 73 03 d a 73 9 O 73 6J) rt a -t-* rt rt O 4>-d 03 73 © XI 03 M 03 Cj ^^ a O 3 3 o 03 -^ -M jq 73 X Hi *3 p 73 03 lj ft 03 p d p CS f-4 " d » f X T" 03 s- • '■*> 03 T3 M p» 03 ■a H g E-i a 03 a o 03 p p X 73 •p 2 Eh-o 0) u 4-> OS XI 03 > 03 03 a a 03 a o "3 7! 03 03 X T-l 72 03 +J iH >. 03 73 © !h w rt S3 M 03 X 3 "3 X H O 0) tJ5 X 73 03 X 4-J p 03 +> M "£> t>> -1-1 a H OS 03 O » 4-* X p C3 Q 03 M 03 XI h- 1 ft D 2 H- tf O kJ M a) a d .r-H X H 73 >> 03 >— 1 3 03 03X1 >X1 01 S ; — ; 03 +J ■a 5 X 3 • r-t C3 EH SO - P O XI 'r* p +-* O "u ••H Bj God is to be sought, not idols. ZECHARIAH, X. (10) Destruction of Jerusalem. great is his beauty! corn shall make the young men cheerful, and new wine the maids. CHAPTER X. (10) 1 God is to be sought unto, and not idols. 5 As he vis- ited his.flock for sin, so he will save and restore them. ASK ye of the Lord rain in the time of the latter rain; so the Lord shall make bright clouds, and give them showers of rain, to every one grass in the field. 2 For the idols have spoken vanity, and the di- viners have seen a lie, and have told false dreams; they comfort in vain: therefore they went their way as a flock, they were troubled, because there was no shepherd. 3 Mine anger was kindled against the shep- herds, and I punished the goats: for the Lord of hosts hath visited his flock the house of Judah and hath made them as his goodly horse in the battle. 4 Out of him came forth the corner, out of him the nail, out of him the battle bow, out of him every oppressor together. 5 And they shall be as mighty men, which tread down their enemies in the mire of the streets in the battle: and they shall fight, be- cause the Lord is with them, and the riders on horses shall be confounded. 6 And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will bring them again to place them ; for I have mercy upon them : and they shall be as though I had not cast them off: for I am the Lord their God, and will hear them. 7 And they of Ephraim shall be like a mighty man, and their heart shall rejoice as through, wine: yea, their children shall see it, and be glad; their heart shall rejoice in the Lord. 8 I will hiss for them, and gather them; for I have redeemed them: and they shall increase as they have increased. 9 And I will sow them among the people: and they shall remember me in far countries'; and they shall live with their children, and turn again. 10 I will bring them again also out of the land of Egypt, and gather them out of Assyria; and I will bring them into the land of Gilead and Leb- anon; and place shall not be found for them. 11 And he shall pass through the sea with affliction, and shall smite the waves in the sea, and all the deeps of the river shall dry up: and the pride of Assyria shall be brought down, and the sceptre of Egypt shall depart away. 12 And I will strengthen them in the Lord; and they shall walk up and down m his name, saith the Lord. CHAPTER XL (11) 1 The destruction of Jerusalem. 3 The (n^i oeing cared for, the rest are rejected. 10 The *sutVt:s 9f Beauty and Bands broken by the rejection of Chr^t. 15 The type and curse of a foolish shepherd. OPEN thy doors, O Lebanon, that the fire may devour thy cedars. 2 Howl, fir tree; for the cedar is fallen; because the mighty are spoiled: howl, O ye oaks of Ba- shan; for the forest of the vintage is come down. 3 There is a voice of the howling of the shep- herds; for their glory is spoiled: a voice of the roaring of young lions ; for the pride of Jordan is spoiled. 4 Thus saith the Lord my God; Feed the flock of the slaughter; 5 Whose possessors slay them, and hold them- selves not guilty: and they that sell them say, Blessed be the Lord ; for I am rich : and their own shepherds, pity them not. 6 For I will no more pity the inhabitants of the land, saith the Lord: but, lo, I will deliver the men every one into his neighbour's hand, and into the hand of his king: and they shall smite the land, and out of their hand I will not deliver them. 7 And I will feed the flock of slaughter, even you, O poor of the flock. And I took unto me two staves; the one I called Beauty, and the other I called Bands; and I fed the flock. 8 Three shepherds also I cut off in one month ; and my soul lothed them, and their soul also ab- horred me. 9 Then said I, I will not feed you: that that dieth, let it die ; and that that is to be cut off, let it. be cut off; and let the rest eat every one the flesh of another. 10 And I took my staff, even Beauty, and cut it asunder, that I might break my covenant which I had made with all the people. 11 And it was broken in that day: and so* the poor of the flock that waited upon me knew that it was the word of the Lord. 12 And I said unto them, If ye think good, give me my price; and if not, forbear. So they weighed for my price thirty pieces of silver. 13 And the Lord said unto me, Cast it unto the potter: a goodly price that I was prised at of them. And I took the thirty pieces of silver, and cast them to the potter in the house of the Lord. 14 Then I cut asunder mine other staff, even Bands, that I might break the brotherhood be- tween Judah and Israel. 15 And the Lord said unto me, Take unto thee yet the instruments o^ a foolish shepLerd. 16 For, lo, I will raise up a shepher 1 in the land, which shall not visit those that be cut off, neither shall seek the young one, nor heal that that is broken, nor feed that that stanueth still : but he shall eat the flesh of the fat, and tear their claws in pieces. 17 Woe to the idol shepherd that leaveth the flock! the sword shall be upon his arm, and upon his right eye: his arm shall be clean dried up, and bis right eye shall be utterly darkened. CHAPTER XII. (12^ 1 Jerusalem a cup of trembling to herself, 3 and a burd- ensome stone te her adversaries. 6 The victorious re- storing of Judah. 9 The repentance of Jerusalem THE burden of the word of the Lord for Is- rael, saith the Lord, which stretcheth forth the heavens, and layeth the foundation of the earth, and formeth the spirit of man within him. 656 Fountain of purgation. ZECHARIAH, XIII. (13) Coming of Christ, 2 Beliold, I will make Jerusalem a cup of trembling unto all the people round about, when they shall be in the siege both against Judah and against Jerusalem. 3 And in that day will I make Jerusalem a bur- densome stone for all people: all that burden themselves with it shall be cut in pieces, though all the people of the earth be gathered together against it. 4 In that day, saith the Lord, I will smite every horse with astonishment, and his rider with mad- ness : and I will open mine eyes upon the house of Judah, and will smite every horse of the people with blindness. 5 And the governors of Judah shall say in their heart, The inhabitants of Jerusalem shall be my strength in the Lord of hosts their God. 6 In that day will I make the governors of Ju- dah like an hearth of fire among the wood, and like a torch of fire in a sheaf; and they shall de- vour all the people round about, on the right hand and on the left : and Jerusalem shall be inhabited again in her own place, even in Jerusalem. 7 The Lord also shall save the tents of Judah first, that the glory of the house of David and the glory of the inhabitants of Jerusalem do not mag- nify themselves against Judah. 8 In that day shall the Lord defend the inhabit- ants of Jesusalem; and he that is feeble among them at that day shall be as David ; and the house of David shall be as God, as the angel of the Lord before them. 9 And it shall come to pass in that day, that I will seek to destroy all the nations that come against Jerusalem. 10 And I will pour upon the house of David, and upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the spirit of grace and of supplications: and they shall look upon me whom they have pierced, and they shall mourn for him, as one mourneth for his only son, and shall be in bitterness for him, as one that is in bitterness for his firstborn. 11 In that day shall there be a great mourning in Jerusalem, as the mourning of Hadadrimmon in the valley of Megiddon. 12 And the land shall mourn, every family apart ; the family of the house of David apart, and their wives apart; the family of the house of Nathan apart, and their wives apart; 13 The family of the house of Levi apart, and their wives apart ; the family of Shimei apart, and their wives apart; 14 All the families that remain, every family apart, and their wives apart. CHAPTEE XIIL (13) 1 The fountain of purgation for Jerusalem, 2 from idol- atry, and false prophecy. 7 The death' of Christ, and the trial of a third part. IN that day there shall be a fountain opened to the house of David and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem for sin and for uncleanness. 2 And it shall come to pass in that day, saith the Lord of hosts, that I will cut off the names of the idols out of the land, and they shall no more be remembered: and also I will cause the proph- ets and the unclean spirit to pass out of the land. 3 And it shall come to pass, that when any shall yet prophesy, then his father and his mother that begat him shall say unto him, Thou shalt not live; for thou speakest lies in the name of the Lord: and his father and his mother that begat him shall thrust him through when he prophe- sieth. 4 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the prophets shall be ashamed every one of his vision, when he hath prophesied; neither shall they wear a rough garment to deceive; 5 But he shall say, I am no prophet, I am an husbandman; for man taught me to keep cattle from my youth. 6 And one shall say unto him, What are these wounds in thine hands? Then he shall answer, Those with which I was wounded in the house of my friends. 7 Awake, O sword, against my shepherd, and against the man that is my fellow, saith the Lord of hosts: smite the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered : and I will turn mine hand upon the little ones. 8 And it shall come to pass, that in all the land, saith the Lord, two parts therein shall be cut off and die; but the third shall be left therein. 9 And I will bring the third part through the fire, and will refine them as silver is refined, and will try them as gold is tried: they shall call on my name, and I will hear them: I will say, It is my people: and they shall say, The Lord is my God. CHAPTER XIV. (14) 1 The destroyers of Jerusalem destroyed. 4 The coming of Christ, and the graces of his kingdom. 12 The plague of Jerusalem's enemies. 16 The remnant shall turn to the Lord, 20 and their spoils shall be holy. BEHOLD, the day of the Lord cometh, and thy spoil shall be divided in the midst of thee. 2 For I will gather all nations against Jeru- salem to battle; and the city shall be taken, and the houses rifled, and the women ravished; and half of the city shall go forth into captivity, and the residue of the people shall not be cut off from the city. 3 Then shall the Lord go forth, and fight against those nations, as when he fought in the day of battle. 4 And his feet shall stand in that day upon the mount of Olives, which is before Jerusalem on the east, and the mount of Olives shall cleave in the midst thereof toward the east and toward the west, and there shall be a very great valley; and half of the mountain shall remove toward the north, and half of it toward the south. 5 And ye shall flee to the valley of the mount- ains; for the valley of the mountains shall reach unto Azal: yea, ye shall flee, like as ye fled from before the earthquake in the days of Uzziah king of Judah: and the Lord my God shall come, and all the saints with thee. 6 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the light shall not be clear, nor dark: 7 But it shall be one dav which shall be known 657 ill Malachi complaineth MALACHI, 1.(1) of Israel's unkindness. to the Lord, not day, nor night : but it shall come to pass, that at evening time it shall be light. 8 And it shall be in that day, that living waters shall go out from Jerusalem; half of them toward the former sea, and half of them toward the hinder sea: in summer and in winter shall it be. 9 And the Lord shall be king over all the earth: in that day shall there be one Lord, and his name one. 10 All the land shall be turned as a plain from Geba to Rimmon south of Jerusalem : and it shall be lifted up, and inhabited in her place, from Benjamin's gate unto the place of the first gate, unto the corner. gate, and from the tower of Hana- neel unto the king's winepresses. 11 And men shall dwell in it, and there shall be no more utter destruction ; but Jerusalem shall be safely inhabited. 12 And this shall be the plague wherewith the Lord will smite all the people that have fought against Jerusalem; Their flesh shall consume away while they stand upon their feet, and their eyes shall consume away in their holes, and their tongue shall consume away in their mouth. 13 And it shall come to pass in that day, that a great tumult from the Lord shall be among them; and they shall lay hold every one on the hand of his neighbour, and his hand shall rise up against the hand of his neighbour. 14 And Judah also shall fight at Jerusalem; and the wealth of all the heathen round about shall be gathered together, gold, and silver, and apparel, in great abundance. 15 And so shall be the plague of the horse, of the mule, of the camel, and of the ass, and of all the beasts that shall be in these tents, as this plague. 16 And it shall come to pass, that every one that is left of all the nations which came against Jerusalem shall even go up from year to year to worship the King, the Lord of hosts, and to keep the feast of tabernacles. 17 And it shall be, that whoso will not come up of all the families of the earth unto Jerusalem to worship the King, the Lord of hosts, even upon them shall be no rain. 18 And if the family of Egypt go not up, and come not, that have no rain; there shall be the plague, wherewith the Lord will smite the heathen that come not up to keep the feast of tabernacles. 19 This shall be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all nations that come not up to keep the feast of tabernacles. 20 In that day shall there be upon the bells of the horses, HOLINESS UNTO THE LORD; and the pots in the Lord's house shall be like the bowls before the altar. 21 Yea, every pot in Jerusalem and in Judah shall be holiness unto the Lord of hosts: and all they that sacrifice shall come and take of them, and seethe therein: and in that day there shall be no more the Canaanite in the house of the Lord of hosts. Malachi. CHAPTER I. (1) 1 Malachi complaineth of Israel's unkindness. 6 Of their irreligiousness, 12 and profaneness. THE burden of the word of the Lord to Israel by Malachi. 2 I have loved you, saith the Lord. Yet ye say, Wherein hast thou loved us? Was not Esau Jacob's brother? saith the Lord: yet I loved Jacob, 3 And I hated Esau, and laid his mountains and his heritage waste for the dragons of the wil- derness. 4 Whereas Edom saith, We are impoverished, but we will return and build the desolate places; thus saith the Lord of hosts, They shall build, but I will throw down ; and they shall call them, The border of wickedness, and, The people against whom the Lord hath indignation for ever. 5 And your eyes shall see, and ye shall say, The Lord will be magnified from the border of Israel. 6 .A son honoureth his father, and a servant his master: if then I be a father, where is mine honour? and if I be a master, where is my fear? saith the Lord of hosts unto you, O priests, that despise my name. And ye say, Wherein have we despised thy name? 7 Ye offer polluted bread upon mine altar; and ye say, Wherein have we polluted thee? In that ye say, The table of the Lord is contemptible. 8 And if ye offer the blind for sacrifice, is it not evil? and if ye offer the lame and sick, is it not evil? offer it now unto thy governor; will he be pleased with thee, or accept thy person? saith the Lord of hosts. 9 And now, I pray you, beseech God that he will be gracious unto us: this hath been by your means: will he regard your persons? saith the Lord of hosts. 10 Who is there even among you that would shut the doors for nought? neither do ye kindle fire on mine altar for nought. I have no pleasure in you, saith the Lord of hosts, neither will I ac- cept an offering at your hand. 11 For from the rising of the sun even unto the going down of the same my name shall be great among the Gentiles; and in every place incense shall be offered unto my name, and a pure offer- ing: for my name shall be great among the heathen, saith the Lord of hosts. 12 But ye have profaned it, in that ye say, The table of the Lord is polluted ; and the fruit there- of, even his meat, is contemptible. 13 Ye said also, Behold, what a weariness is it! and ye have snuffed at it, saith the Lord of 658 The priests sharply reproved. MALACHI, II. (2) Messenger of Christ. hosts; and ye brought that which was torn, and the lame, and the sick; thus ye brought an offer- ing: should I accept this of your hand? saith the Lord. 14 But cursed be the deceiver, which hath in his flock a male, and voweth, and sacrificeth unto the Lord a corrupt thing: for I am a great King, saith the Lord of hosts, jid my name is dreadful among the heathen. CHAPTER II. (2) 1 He sharply reproveth the priests for neglecting their covenant, 11 and the people for idolatry, 14 for adult- ery, 17 and for infidelity. AND now, O ye priests, this commandment is for you. 2 If ye will not hear, and if ye will not lay it to heart, to give glory unto my name, saith the Lord of hosts, I will even send a curse upon you, and I will curse your blessings: yea, I have cursed them already, because ye do not lay it to heart. 3 Behold, I will corrupt your seed, and spread dung upon your faces, even the dung of your solemn feasts; and one shall take you away with it. 4 And ye shall know that I have sent this com- mandment unto you, that my covenant might be with Levi, saith the Lord of hosts. 5 My covenant was with him of life and peace ; and I gave them to him for the fear wherewith he feared me, and was afraid before my name. 6 The law of truth was in his mouth, and in- iquity was not found in his lips: he walked with me in peace and equity, and did turn many away from iniquity. 7 For the priest's lips should keep knowledge, and they should seek the law at his mouth: for he is the messenger of the Lord of hosts. 8 But ye are departed out of the way ; ye have caused many to stumble at the law; ye have cor- rupted the covenant of Levi, saith the Lord of hosts. 9 Therefore have I also made you contemptible and base before all the people, according as ye have not kept my ways, but have been partial in the law. 10 Have we not all one father? hath not one God created us? why do we deal treacherously every man against his brother, by profaning the covenant of our fathers? 11 Judah hath dealt treacherously, and an abomination is committed in Israel and in Jeru- salem; for Judah hath profaned the holiness of the Lord which he loved, and hath married the daughter of a strange god. 12 The Lord will cut off the man that doeth this, the master and the scholar, out of the taber- nacles of Jacob, and him that offereth an offering unto the Lord of hostsi 13 And this have ye done again, covering the altar of the Lord with tears, with weeping, and with crying out, insomuch that he regardeth not the offering any more, or receiveth it with good will at your hand. 14 Yet ye say, Wherefore? Because the Lord hath been witness between thee and the wife of thy youth, against whom thou hast dealt treacher- ously: yet is she thy companion, and the wife of thy .covenant. * 15 And did not he make one? Yet had he the residue of the spirit. And wherefore one? That he might seek a godly seed. Therefore take heed to your spirit, and let none deal treacherously against the wife of his youth. 16 For the Lord, the God of Israel, saith that he hateth putting away : for one covereth violence with his garment, saith the Lord of hosts: there- fore take heed to your spirit, that ye deal not treacherously. 17 Ye have wearied the Lord with your words. Yet ye say, Wherein have we wearied him? When ye say, Every one that doeth evil is good in the sight of the Lord, and he delighteth in them ; or, Where is the God of judgment? CHAPTER III. (3) 1 Of the messenger, majesty, and grace of Christ. 7 Of the rebellion, 8 sacrilege, 13 and infidelity of the people. 16 The promise of blessing to them that fear God. BEHOLD, I will send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me: and the Lord, whom ye seek, shall suddenly come to his temple, even the messenger of the covenant, whom ye delight in: behold, he shall come, saith the Lord of hosts. 2 But who may abide the day of his coming? and who shall stand when he appeareth? for he is like a refiner's fire, and like fullers' sope : 3 And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver: and he shall purify the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer unto the Lord an offering in righteousness. 4 Then shall the offering of Judah and Jeru- salem be pleasant unto the Lord, as in the days of old, and as in former years. 5 And I will come near to you to judgment; and I will be a swift witness against the sorcer- ers, and against the adulterers, and against false swearers, and against those that oppress the hire- ling in his wages, the widow, and the fatherless, and that turn aside the stranger from his right, and fear not me, saith the Lord of hosts. 6 For I am the Lord, I change not ; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed. 7 Even from the days of your fathers ye are gone away from mine ordinances, and have not kept them. Return unto me, and I will return unto you, saith the Lord of hosts. But ye said, Wherein shall we return? 8 Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and offerings. 9 Ye are cursed with a curse: for ye have robbed me, even this whole nation. 10 Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. 11 And I will rebuke the devourer for your 659 m Promises to them that fear God. MALACHI, IV. (4) Judgment on the wicked. sakes, and he shall not destroy the fruits of your ground; neither shall your vine cast her fruit be- fore the time in the field, saith the Lord of hosts. 12 And all nations shall call you blessed: foi' ye shall be a delightsome land, saith the Lord of hosts. 13 Your words have been stout against me, saith the Lord. Yet ye say, What have we spoken so much against thee? 14 Ye .'iave said, It is vain to serve God: and what proiit is it that we have kept his ordinance, and that we have walked mournfully before the Lord of hosts? 15 And now we call the proud happy; yea, they that work wickedness are set up; yea, they that tempt God are even delivered. 16 Then they that feared the Lord spake often one to another: and the Lord hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before him for them that feared the Lord, and that thought upon his name. 17 And they shall be mine, saith the Lord of hosts, in that day when I make up my jewels ; and I will spare them, as a man spareth his own son that serveth him. 18 Then shall ye return, and discern between the righteous and the wicked, between him that serveth God and him that serveth him not. CHAPTER IV. (4) 1 God's judgment on the wicked, 2 and his blessing on the good. 4 He exhorteth to the study of the law, 5 and telleth of Elijah's coming and office. FOR, behold, the day cometh, that shall burn as an oven; and all the proud, yea, and all that do wickedly, shall be stubble: and the day that cometh shall burn them up, saith the Lord of hosts, that it shall leave them neither root nor branch. 2 But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall. 3 And ye shall tread down the wicked ; for they shall be ashes under the soles of your feet in the day that I shall do this, saith the Lord of hosts. 4 Remember ye the law of Moses my servant, which I commanded unto him in Horeb for all Is- rael, with the statutes and judgments. 5 Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord : 6 And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse. THE END OF THE PROPHETS. 660 V* A Period of About 400 Years Between THE OliD AND NEW TESTAMENTS, JEWISH HISTORY FROM SECULAR SOURCES. 400 B. C. Hitherto the Divine Scriptures of the He- brews contains the annals of the times. But the history of the Hebrews and those things that were done by them afterwards are delivered unto us out of the books of the Maccabees, Josephus and other secular sources, for a period of about 400 years left out of the Bible, a space through which the Bible student will trace witJh interest the most wonderful nation and people known to the world until they connect with the New Testament history when the Savior of the world was born at Bethlehem. Judea seems to have remained subject to the kings of Persia for about 200 years, and we have no evidence that they had a separate governor after Nehemiah. It was annexed to the province of Syria, and the administration of affairs was in the hands of the high-priest, subject to the control of the provincial rulers. This raised the high-priesthood to a degree of temporal dignity and power which soon made it an object of ambition to the different members of the family of Aaron and gave rise to disgrace- ful and violent contest among them for the office. 335 B. C. Alexander the Great, king of Macedonia, passed out of Europe into Asia and began to lay waste to the Persian empire, and upon the overthrow of the Per- sian army Syria and neighboring countries fell under his power and Tyre was taken after a long and obstinate re- sistance. Alexander then marched into Judea to punish the Jews who as faithful subjects of the king of Persia had sent the Tyrians provisions and refused them to him. But it is related that as he approached Jerusalem and saw the procession of the people clothed in white coming out to meet him, headed by Jaddua, the high-priest, and all the priestly race in their robes of office, his heart w as turned to favor and to spare them. He continued to them the free enjoyment of their laws and religion and exempted them from tribute during their Sabbatical year, and when he built the city of Alexandria he placed a great number of Jews there and gave them the same privileges as to his Greek subjects. Alexandria reigned twelve years and died and his dominions were divided among his generals and Judea became a subject of contention between the kings of Syria and Egypt. Ptolemy Soter, the king of Egypt, brought thousands of Jews into that country, settled them there and treated them kindly and placed them on an equality with the Greeks at Alexandria. Greek being the common language of that country it was quickly learned by the Jews and became the native language of their children born there, who on that account in the process of time were called Hellenists or Grecian Jews, a name which afterwards was applied to all Jews speaking the Greek language in foreign countries. These Grecian Jews had synagogues in Alexandria, where the writings of Mo'ses and the prophets, which had been trans- lated into Greek, were read every Sabbath day. 277 B. C. It is stated that Ptolemy Philadelphus, a son 0'f Ptolemy Soter, who was king at that time, em- ployed 72 Jews to translate the Holy Scriptures out of the original Hebrew into the Greek tongue, which was done in the seventieth year of his reign. This transla- tion, which is called the Septuagent (LXX), contributed much to spread the knowledge of true religion through the western part of the world. It came into use among the Jews, and the quotations made from the Old Testa- ment in the New by the evangelists and apostles are often from this version. Selencus, king of Syria, built numer- ous cities in Syria and Asia Minor and endeavored to attract the Jews to his new cities by the offer of the same privileges as were enjoyed by the Greeks and Macedoni- ans, and they accordingly settled in great numbers, especi- ally at Antioch, Syria. The Jews by these events were brought into contact with new forms of heathenism and there are good grounds for believing that they were the means of communicating to the more candid and teachable among the heathen na- tions some knowledge of a purer religion. After the Jewish nation had been tributary to the kings of Egypt for about 80 years it became, by conquest of Antiochus the Great, subject to the kings of Syria, but the Jews were governed by their own laws under the high- priest and council of the nation. Judea, being situated between Syria and Egypt, suf- fered a great deal during this whole period from the fre- quent wars in which those countries were engaged, and was the arena of many bloody and destructive battles, and in addition to this the peace of the nation was greatly dis- turbed by the claims of rival candidates to the office of high-priest, which afforded the kings of Syria frequent pretext for interfering with the internal affairs of the nation. All these events were aggravated by the misconduct and corruption of the chief men and the increasing wicked- ness of the people t who began to neglect the worship and law of God far more than they had ever done since their return from captivity. God saw fit to punish the Jews for their wickedness by the hand of Antiochus, who taketh the city of Jerusalem and sacketh it, pillageth the temple, destroys 40,000 inhabitants and selleth as many more, and was very cruel in his treatment, and for three years and a half they were deprived of their religious liberties. The daily sacrifice was suspended, the temple itself was dedi- cated by Antiochus to Jupiter Olympus, whose statue was erected on the altars of burnt offerings. The wor- ship of God and the observance of his law were prohibited under the severest penalties ; every copy of the sacred writings that could be seized were burned, and the people were required under pain of death to sacrifice to idols. Never before had the Jews been exposed to so> furious a persecution. The apostates were many; however, a rem- nant continued faithful, and these events doubtless called the attention of the heathens around to those great prin- ciples for which many of the Jews were willing to peril their lives. The Samaritans now disown their relations to the Jews, to whom in prosperity they pretended alliance, and consecrated the temple on Mt. Gerizim to Jupiter. At length God raised up a deliverer for his people in the noble family of the Asmoneans. Mathathais, a priest, with his five sons, slay those that are sent by King Anti- ochus to compel them to offer abominable sacrifices, and after betake themselves to the desert. They were followed by many who were stifled in their caves because they would not defend themselves on the Sabbath day; a thou- sand perished. After having collected around him a num- ber of faithful men he undertook to deliver his people and restore the worship of the God of Israel. But being very old when he engaged in this arduous work he did not live to see its completion. At his death his eldest son Judas succeeded to the command of the army, and was assisted by his brother Simon, a man of remarkable prudence. Jewish History From Secular Sources. The motto on his banner was Exod. XV, n: "Who is like unto Thee among the gods, O Jehovah," the He- brew words being Mi Camaka Baalin Jehovah; and from the initial letters of these words, JVL C. B. J., is said to be derived the word Maccabi or Maccabee, which became the surname of the family. 165 B. C. After several victories over the troops of Antiochus, Judas Maccabeus gained possession of Jerusa- lem, and his first care was to repair and purify the temple for the restoration of divine worship. This reconsecration of the temple and revival of its worship wais ever after celebrated by an annual feast of eight days. It occurred at the time of the winter solstice and was called the feast of the dedication (John X, 22). 164 B. C. Antiochus is taken with a violent pain in his bowels, and such a rottenness seizeth his flesh that worms breed in it ; he confesseth that 'he is plagued for the wrong done Jerusalem, and dieth in the 149th year of the king- dom of the Grecians. His son Antiochus Eupator, a child about nine years old, succeeded him. He maketh peace with the Jews but quickly breaketh it. Demetrious Soter, the son of Seleucus, escapes from Rome and comes into Syria, where he causes himself to he crowned king and putteth to death Antiochus and Lysias. 161 B. C. Demetrious sends Niconor with a great army against Judas Maccabeus, whom he endeavors to surprise. They join in battle and Niconor is slain. King Demetrious sends a new army of 20,000 men against Judas Maccabeus, who, having only 800 men with him, ventures into battle and Judas Maccabeus is slain. His brother Jonathan is chosen general in his stead. Jonathan enters into an alliance with the Romans. Josephus observes that this was the first league that was ever known to be be- tween the Jews and the Romans. 153 B. C. Alexander Balos, the son of king Antiochus Epiphanes, entered with an army into Syria and is care- ful to obtain the friendship of Jonathan and to oblige him confers on him the priesthood. 152 B. C. Jonathan puts on the holy vestment on the seventh month of the 160th year of the kingdom of the Grecians at the feast of the tabernacles. He was the first high-priest of the Asmonean family. 143 B. C. The war was carried on for twenty-six years with five successive kings of Syria, and after many battles the Syrians were driven out of the country, and the Jews, under their Maccabean king, regained for a time their independence and the free exercise of their religion, which they commemorated by commencing a new epoch in 143 B. C. as the year of the freedom of Jerusalem. They again had regular troop, strong garrisons and alliances with other powers, including even Rome, and the boundaries of the state were extended by the subjugation of the Idumeans and Philistians as well as Moab Ammon and Arabia Petrea. Previous to this, in the year 153 B. C, as the Asmonean family were descended from the eldest branch of the race of Aaron, the officeof high-priest was assumed by Jonathan, the then reigning prince, and it remained in his family until the usurpation of Herod. This season of prosperity, however, was of short duration. The nation was exceedingly troubled by internal dissen- sions, especially on the part of the Pharasees, who first appear prominently in history in the reign of John Hyrea- nus as forming a large and powerful body of turbulent characters and lofty pretentions, and carrying on a fierce quarrel with the rival sect of Sadducees, which led upon one occasion to a dreadful civil war. 65 B. C. There were also violent contests for the throne between the rival members of the royal family which greatly weakened the nation, and it was ill-prepared to withstand the extending power of Rome, which, in the year of 65 B. C., subjugated Syria and soon after con- quered Egypt. 63 B. C. Pompey marched his army into judea, besieged and took Jerusalem and made the country tributary to the Romans, though it was still governed by the Maccabean princes. During the reign of the later princes of the family Herod Antipater and Idumean by birth obtained a position of power and influence in the land, and after his death his son Herod the Great so ingratiated himself with the Romans that he obtained the position of king of Judea in the place of Antigonus. He had, however, some difficulty in obtaining possession of his kingdom, as the people were greatly attached to their Maccabean kings. But he came against Jerusalem with a Roman army of 60,000 men and after a siege of half a year took the city by storm and murdered many of the inhabitants. Shortly afterward he put to death Antigonus and thus ended the Asmonean dynasty, after it had ex- isted 126 years. Herod was a man of great ability and un- yielding resolutions, ambitious and a cruel tyrant and unscrupulous as to the means by which he gained his ends. He persecuted unto death all the members of the As- monean family, and he even put to death his wife and two of his own sons. He degraded the high-priesthood by making the tenure of the office dependent on his own pleasure. In order to gain popularity and increase his fame he greatly enlarged and beautified the temple at Jerusalem, making it in some respects more magnificent than that of Solomon. He also erected in neighboring cities many heathen temples and constructed numerous public buildings, such as bridges, roads, baths, aqueducts and harbors, the cost of which was paid by heavy taxation. In the thirty-sixth year of the reign of Herod the Great, while Augustus was emperor of Rome, the Saviour of the world was born at Bethlehem, Judea. Herod was suc- ceeded in the government of the greater part of Palestine by his son Archelaus, who was very cruel and unjust, and in the tenth year of his reign, upon a complaint being made against him by the Jews, he was banished by Augustus to Vienne in Gaul, where he died. Cyrenius, the president of Syria, was then sent to reduce the countries over which Archelaus had reigned to a Roman province and a gov- ernor of Judea was appointed under the name or title of procurator, subordinate to the president of Syria, but the Jews were still permitted to exercise their religious wor- ship without being molested or restrained. Just here we might note that in the Gentile world the old system of idolatry had fallen into disrepute, through the extreme corruption of worship and of morals connected with them and through the cultivation of Grecian philosophy, the conflicting theories of which, however, utterly failed to satisfy the wants and needs of mankind, as they afforded little solid truth and produced no moral improvement. At the same time the universal power of Rome, insuring internal peace and facilitating communication between dif- ferent parts of the world, together with its indifference to the various forms of religious belief and worship, opened for a time a wider field for the diffusion of the gospel. So that Providence, combined with prophecy, marks this as the "Fullness of Time," when the expected Saviour of the world should be born. 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(5) Christ's sermon on the mount. 10 Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and Jiiin only shalt thou serve. 11 Then the devil leaveth him, and, behold, angels came and ministered unto him. 12 Now when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into; Galilee; 13 And leaving Nazareth, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the sea coast, in the borders of Zabulon and Nephthalim: 14 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, 15 The land of Zabulon, and the land of Nephthalim, by the way of the sea, beyond Jor- dan, Galilee of the Gentiles; 16 The people which sat in darkness saw great light; and to them which sat in the region and shadow, of death light is sprung up. 17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. 18 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and An- drew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. 19 And he saith unto them, Follow me, and T will make you fishers of men. 20 And they straightway left their nets, and followed him. 21 And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them. 22 And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him. 23 And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people. 24 And his fame went throughout all Syria: and they brought unto him all sick people that were taken with divers diseases and torments, and those which were possessed with devils, and those which were lunatick, and those that had the palsy: and he healed them. 25 And there followed him great multitudes of people from Galilee, and from Decapolis, and from Jerusalem, and from Judaea, and from beyond Jordan. CHAPTER V. (5) 1 Christ beginneth his sermon in the mount: 3 declaring who are blessed, 13 who are the salt of the earth, 14 the light of the world, the city on an hill, 15 the candle: 17 that he came to fulfil the law. 21 What it is to kill, 27 to commit adultery, 33 to swear: 38 exhorteth to suffer wrong, 44 to love even our enemies, 48 and to labour after perfectness. AND seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his dis- ciples came unto him: 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for their's is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall ob^ tain mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. 10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for their's is the kingdom of heaven. 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. 12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven : for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. 13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. 14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light soi shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. 17 Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. 18 For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. 19 Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven; but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20 For I say unto you, That except your right- eousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven. 21 Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill ; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: 22 But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment : and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council : but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire. 23 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee; 24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. 25 Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him ; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the 665 c ■< s 2 13 to £ D O d ■ - B ^ o _ B w fO 3 p (0 o o 5 M ^ to B t. -o a bd p p SB" g B"^ M ft H